"The Matinee showbiz guests"

Richard recently spoke to James Dean & Madame Aries about his upcoming single “Hold Me Close” and his soon to be appearance at Tameside Hippodrome for “Gala Night of Stars” a show that is to be produced by Sue Jenkins with a variety of stars and music from all aspects of Musical Theatre. There is even a rumour that James & Madame Aries will be appearing in a section of the show.

Check out the interview here

Former X factor star Rowetta recently visited the studios of Tameside Radio. On Sunday she joined James Dean on the Matinee Show to cover for Madame Aries whilst she is off on her Hols, They chatted about Rowetta’s upcoming shows in the 02 Arena in London “Christmas on Broadway” and a show closer to home The Songs of Sister Act which is on at the Palace Theatre on the 8^th of February 2008. Rowetta who is proberably most famous for working with the Happy Mondays and her stint on X Factor has produced yet another string to her bow with Musical Theatre. Talking to James on Sunday seemed to make it very clear that she has a strong passion for the music of the theatre. After the show she said “It was absolute pleasure and a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.” Check out www.rowetta.com for all the latest ticket information on the shows mentioned and you can guarantee that they will be featured on the Matinee.You can also check out Rowetta's MySpace page.  Rowetta also joined the growing number of stars to appeal for a new set of False Teeth for Madame Aries -  watch the video.

Tameside Radio's James Dean taking part in the Matinee Challenge, a simple game of who can sup the most white wine in an evening! Whilst they may "appear" to be in a showbiz hug, here we see Nicki French propping James up!