The problem with compilation albums is that while there are some belting tracks on them – in this case, The Stranglers ‘No More Heroes’, Blondie ‘Hanging on the Telephone’, The Clash ‘Rock the Casbah’ – there’s always some dross as well. Good when it’s good, but rubbish when it’s not.

This album is delightfully bonkers! As always, the White Stripes can be relied upon to give us something original and innovative. My personal favourite is I’m A Martyr For My Love For You, but all of the songs here are great.

I watched this today – two days before I get married. I wanted to watch something romantic, and I had never seen this before, although I had had a copy of the DVD for ages. This was exactly what I wanted for the romantic mood I am in – romantic, funny and sweet. It made me laugh and made me cry. It won’t be long before I watch it again. Al Pacino and Michelle Pfieffer are both excellent in their roles, and the supporting cast, without exception, are wonderful.

Three words of advice – just watch it!

I’ve heard a lot of criticism of this show, but I don’t care. It’s funny and charming, and always makes me laugh. Each character is perfectly cast.

RIP Peter Boyle.

This is the first book I have read by Adriana Trigiani, and I really enjoyed it. The characters are quirky and loveable, and it’s an easy read.

Ave Maria is the town spinster of Big Stone Gap – a town where if you’re female, over 20 and unmarried, you’re classed as something of an old maid. Life is passing Ave by, and she doesn’t even realise it. She is also coping with the recent death of her mother. However, a letter which her mother wrote to her before she died throws Ave’s life into turmoil, and sets her on an inner journey.

I found myself rooting for Ave, and loving all of the other characters who populate Big Stone Gap. I will definitely be reading the rest of this series.

Boomtown was a fantastic show – great concept, superb acting, interesting stories. Who can guess why it was cancelled shortly after the second season began? Too many great shows seem to get cut down in their prime. Whatever the reason, this first season is well worth checking out if you enjoy quality, intelligent drama.

This was a great show, and I am very surprised that it was cancelled after just one season. Bebe Neuwirth stars as ADA Tracey Kibre, ably assisted by a supporting cast including Amy Carlson, Scott Cohen (who is fantastic) and Kirk Acevedo.

The third spin off from the Law and Order series, this show concentrates on the workings of the District Attorney’s office. It’s a shame to see Jerry Orbach – so beloved of Law and Order fans – looking so ill, and in fact he is only in the first two episodes. Jerry sadly died shortly after filming these episodes.

I believe that this show was cut short way before it’s time. By about the third episode, it had really found it’s stride, and the acting and storylines were compelling.

I really enjoyed this album. The White Stripes are a truly original and innovative band, who are hard to categorise. Never afraid to try something different – which I like in a band.

My favourite tracks are Seven Nation Army, The Hardest Button To Button, Well It’s True That We Love One Another, and the cover version of I Just Don’t Know What To Do With Myself.

This has to be one of the best albums – if not the best – that I have listened to this year. There is not a single bad song on it, but stand out tracks for me are Learn To Fly, Breakout and Generator.

One By One is a great album. I personally didn’t enjoy it as much as There Is Nothing Left To Lose, but there is still loads to enjoy on this one.

Apart from the fantastic single, Times Like These (a song which never gets boring), my personal favourites are Have It All, All My Life and Overdrive.