I saw Regina in Edinburgh this week after what seemed like forever since I saw her last. The show was great as always, but especially noteworthy was her recital of The New Colossus to start the show. This was in response to there being 'a new asshole in The White House' who had dismissed the poem and its imortance as it was only added to the Statue of Liberty later. Obviously as an immigrant to New York it means a lot to Regina and her speech beforehand, and the recital itself was very moving. I wish I could have recorded it but the venue had a very strict no photo/video policy. (The show that followed was amazing too, and it was fun to see the guitar back!)

Platinum blonde Regina is too scary! But mermaid Regina is cool!

I've got a heart of stone (I didn't even cry at Marley & Me ) but The Light almost moved me to tears!

Maybe the alternative version(s) of Better?

Although I've listed the old songs I would love to hear recorded, I would much rather have an album of 10 songs we've never heard before.

1.Loveology 2.Making Records 3.Mermaid 4.You 5.Raindrops 6.Dulce et Decorum 7.I Cut Off My Hair 8.Dog and Pony 9.Secret Stash

Outside of my family, this is possibly my favourite photo of anyone, ever!

I remember watching this live on Later with such anticipation. Regina still didn't get a great deal of attention in the UK at the time and to get on Later is quite a big deal. I was almost holding my breath when she came on, willing her to do well. My heart was in my mouth at the slightly shaky start but by the end I could have punched the air, it felt like a triumph! Sounds a dramatic account of watching a TV show, I know, but that's how it felt

I was just thinking about Loveology today and wondered what fans would prefer: 1. It appears on a future studio recording, but is given the full instrumentation / production treatment. 2. It never appears on a studio recording and retains its legendary status. For me, it would be option 1. It's too good a song not to be heard, even if it's a very different version.

THE YEARNING - If I Can't Have You

A victim of facebook/twitter I'm afraid. Many forums have gone the same way. I'm sure whenever any new music or tour is announced the place will get lively again. On the plus side, if Regina still reads this board it will be easier for her to keep up, as I'm sure she has her hands pretty full these days

I'm listening to the just released debut album from Honeyblood, which contains these beauties:

Very impressive! I had never heard of Winter Guard until now, it looks like it is highly competitive.

I wonder if they're now going to get a silver bullet trailer? And happy birthday Lilyfloss!