The Streets have started touring their 'A Grand Don't Come for Free' album, which is the first album I ever bought. Mike Skinner from The Streets appeared at a 'Fred Again...' gig, that video has been on repeat, and all I have been singing is "When the Samba rhythm starts to play..."
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Another goal from Rayan, another winner from Amine Adli and another comeback win against the blue half of Merseyside. Not our best performance by any stretch but we held out for a long period and stuck it out. A lot of thanks has to go to man of the match, James Hill, who defended like his career depended on it in those last 10 minutes. He's been a really consistent rock at the back for us this season.
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Onto a revitalised West Ham today who have only lost one of their last five. It's not the most atmospheric stadium but it should be an exciting battle on the pitch with both teams' lack of clean sheets. I believe we will come out on top with plenty of goals being scored. Let's keep the points coming lads.
Going back to music and creativity in particular, BCP Council have announced their bid for UK town of culture for 2028. Growing up in Bournemouth I have been to so many music and comedy events at venues such as the BIC, the Old Fire Station and the O2 Academy, I enjoyed coffee conversations with Bournemouth based artist Lucanart, who's excellent murals brighten the promenade even when the weather has been how it has recently and I also feel like I have been involved in the culture with the three bouts at the BIC and the world title stadium fight. It's good to see the town aiming for bigger things on all fronts.
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I know I have teased boxing for a while now (trust me it's frustrating for me too), however we are in deep discussions for my next bout. The opportunity and the long term plan is exciting.
Training has been flowing well, the foundations are in place and I am ready to go through the gears to make this year the best one of my career. I feel fresh, revitalised, motivated, driven and happy with where I am. You will know as soon as news is announced, both on social media (@chrisbillam) and an article here in the Echo. Keep your eyes peeled over the coming weeks.