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Growing up, you tend to have an idea of your life on a timeline, mapped out in front of you with each successive milestone marking a new momentous occasion or point in your life. At 18 whilst studying at university, I believed that my life would be on track by the time I reached 25....
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Since moving away to university I have met a range of people from a variety of different backgrounds, and whilst being shocked when hearing their life stories I feel as though it has taught me to become much more open minded towards individual people. It’s important that we embrace diverse opinions and outlooks and learn from...
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Often when scrolling through social media or browsing the internet I come across insulting comments aimed at women who choose to wear a lot of makeup. Insinuating  that these women are supposedly misleading others by masking their ‘real’ face, or trying too hard to look like somebody they are not. Women are being made to feel guilty...
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Some of you will know me as Editor of Semple, but as of today I have officially relinquished my position. After five wonderful years at Semple I left for the last time on Friday. During my time at Semple I have grown from a shy intern to a proud and confident Editor. It’s been an...
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When it comes to the next big thing to hit the music scene, I like to believe that I am marginally clued up and for me there is no better feeling than hearing the unique sounds of a fresh new artist on the cusp of their imminent road to fame, fortune and global success. It...
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On Wednesday 26th November, my sister and I went to see the Bryan Adams Reckless Anniversary Tour at Wembley Arena – now I wouldn’t exactly call it ‘reckless’ as Bryan’s age is now beginning to show, but my God he can still rock a guitar and read a crowd! With 11 studio albums under his...
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Everyone has a story in them. At least that’s what they say. But in the modern age when our lives are filled with white noise, often those stories are, at best told in 140 witty, carefully crafted characters or at worst they go untold. But here at Semple, we predict this is all about to...
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Since they first burst onto the scene in 2012 Haim have had quite the year, from festivals up and down the country including the coveted Glastonbury and Reading, to recognition from BBC and NME, these three sisters hailing from San Fernando Valley, California have well and truly cemented themselves as one of this years most...
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Peacefully electric is how I would describe a London Grammar gig. The sound of the three piece band from Britain has been described as “a blend of ambient, ethereal and classical sounds”, with what I would describe as chilled out, enchanting vibes. Hannah Reid, Dot Major and Dan Rothman have introduced a completely new and...
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“Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions…” Have you ever had something you dreamt of turn into your reality? Maybe you’re finally in your dream job? Or had the chance to go to a country you’ve always wanted to visit? It feels great to accomplish a goal or achieve a desire...
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