Big mike energy

Every month we get inside the mind of one of the biggest names in music. This issue: Roy Harper . Since the mid-60s, the progressive folk singer-songwriter has enjoyed a successful solo career that’s also found him collaborating with everyone from Pink Floyd and Peter Gabriel to Kate Bush and Ian Anderson. But he’s never quite reached the commercial heights of his peers. As his Final Tour: Part Two fast approaches, he looks back over highlights from his career so far and teases a brand-new album.

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Gareth Malone opens up about touring, family and how he keeps cheery in difficult times

Growing up in Nigeria was so chaotic. I had many moments where it was almost life or death. My parents didn’t have any money. Sometimes even now, thinking about some of the meals we had I’m like, kudo

After her surgery to remove a brain tumour last year, Davina McCall is approaching life with more confidence and purpose than ever before. She tells Saska Graville about facing her fear of death and why finally, at 57, she believes in herself

The breakthrough Brit talks mental toughness, career insecurity and enjoying the journey as well as the destination