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A NOUGHTIES pop group look unrecognisable 18 years on from their catchy hit singles – and they’re headlining a huge charity festival.

Originally formed in Indianapolis, Indiana, in 2003, The Hoosiers consists of Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland.

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They first shot to fame with their 2007 debut album, The Trick to Life, which reached number one on the UK Albums Chart.

Their lead single, Worried About Ray, became an instant classic, peaking at number five on the UK Singles Chart, followed by the hit Goodbye Mr A, which cemented their status in the indie music scene.

Despite their success, the band took a few twists and turns in their career, parting ways with their record label in 2011 and independently releasing music.

This includes the albums The Illusion of Safety, The News from Nowhere and Confidence, their most recent release in 2023.

Over the years, they’ve experimented with different sounds and even dabbled in side projects.

Frontman Irwin launched his solo act White Tail Falls, while he and Alan also performed as comedy duo Felix and The Scootermen at the Edinburgh Fringe.

A previous iteration of the band even included members Tony Byrne, Tom Easey, Martin Skarendahl, Sam Swallow and Toby Smith.

Now, The Hoosiers are making a major comeback, not only with a new tour but also as the headline act for the Test Fest Music Festival 2025.

In a promotional video for their gigs, the pair certainly look different.

And, the charity event, taking place at Taunton Rugby Club on June 21, is organised by It’s in the Bag Cancer Support to raise awareness for testicular cancer.

The two-piece, originally formed by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland in 2003, will be headlining as part of their The Illusion of Safety 15-year anniversary tour.

Charity founder and event organiser Sue Brand said: “2025 is It’s in the Bag’s 10th birthday as an independent charity, and what a great way to celebrate with The Hoosiers being our headline act.

“There are a few more exciting bands and artists to come, so don’t miss out on tickets. This year more than any, we encourage you to buy early.”

The festival has been recognised by the UK Festival Awards, Stand Out Magazine, and the BISFF Film Awards, and aims to attract attendees from across the South West.

Many survivors and their families are expected to attend.

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DIVISION 2 of the Gaelic football League looks sure to live up to its reputation for being the toughest of the four to predict.

Last year’s decider proved to be a preview of the Ulster Championship final as Donegal pipped Armagh.

There will of course be extra intrigue across all four divisions this year on foot of 2025’s new rules.

They were drawn up by the GAA’s Football Review Committee which was headed by five-a-row All-Ireland winning manager Jim Gavin.

Here’s everything you need to know about the layout of the 2025 Division Two fixture list:

Round 1:

• Cork 2-19; Meath 0-21
• Cavan 0-20; Monaghan 2-22
• Roscommon 3-21; Down 1-20
• Westmeath 0-18; 1-17 Louth

Round 2:

• Down 1-19; Cork 2-15
• Louth 1-15; Roscommon 1-17
• Meath 3-21; Cavan 0-20
• Monaghan 2-29; Westmeath 2-21

Round 3:

• Cork 3-18; Westmeath 3-17
• Down 1-18; Meath 0-24
• Roscommon 0-25; Monaghan 2-14
• Cavan 3-15; Louth 0-18

Round 4:

• Monaghan 3-16; Cork 1-15
• Westmeath 0-21; Cavan 1-22
• Louth 2-17; Down 0-22
• Meath 2-18; Roscommon 0-17

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