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Roddy Woomble lived in Carnoustie first as a child and again as a teenager. Image: Supplied.

My Carnoustie: Roddy Woomble reveals why he left – and why he keeps coming back

Plus: The Idlewild frontman opens up on his family history with LiveHouse building as band announce their upcoming gig at hot new Dundee venue.

By David Pollock

Paul Anderson. Image: We Go Again Productions

Peaky Blinders star Paul Anderson talks fatherhood, fame and fights ahead of Dundee show

In a Courier interview, the Peaky Blinders actor known for his role as Arthur Shelby Jr, reflects on fame, fatherhood and his Scottish roots ahead of a special event in Dundee this June.

By Michael Alexander

King Creosote on keeping ‘dark forces’ at bay ahead of Stirling and Perth gigs

King Creosote - aka Kenny Anderson - says he hopes fans will be able to forget their woes by indulging him in his own at his upcoming gigs.

By Gayle Ritchie

Forfar artist Astrid Weigel has been involved with the Angus Festival of Makers since it began. Image: Supplied.

5 Angus artists you might meet at this year’s festival of makers

The Angus Festival of Makers allows visitors to try out crafts including printmaking, glasswork and jewellery making, as well as browse products from local artists.

By Chris Mugan

Finlay McKillop and Kyle Gardiner in Restless Natives. Image: Mihaela Bodlovic.

Review: Restless Natives at Perth Theatre keeps good times rolling with leads who steal the show

The Scottish cult film has been adapted for the stage. What did reviewer David Pollock make of it?

By Rebecca Baird 3

Dundee actor ‘controversially’ leaves ITV show 99 To Beat after breaking the rules

Finlay McKillop is also in the lead role of a musical now showing at Perth Theatre.

By Stephen Eighteen

Cast of Doubt: A Parable. Image: Dundee Rep

Why Doubt: A Parable at Dundee Rep will keep you on the edge of your seat till the very end

What did our theatre reviewer David Pollock make of the latest production at the Dundee Rep?

By David Pollock

Image shows: rock music fans at Bonfest in Kirriemuir.

Which ‘heavy metal heroes’ are heading to Kirriemuir for this year’s Bonfest?

A heady mix of rock and metal tribute acts, up and coming bands and international heavy metal groups makes Kirriemuir's annual tribute to Bon Scott a must for fans of the AC/DC rocker.

By Andrew Welsh

Harry Doy was an extra in Monty Python and the Holy Grail - and hung out with the cast at Doune Castle during filming in 1975

New film marks Doune Castle’s iconic role in Monty Python and the Holy Grail as cult comedy turns 50

Monty Python and the Holy Grail was released in April 1975 and is still revered as comedy gold. Many scenes were shot at Doune Castle in Stirlingshire - and The One Show has made a short film to celebrate.

By Gayle Ritchie