‘Last Living Cannibal’ & ‘Corridor’ Shacklewell Arms – Gig Review
It was one of those days. I found out that the Alt-Folk night was cancelled because it was to be held outside – and this is England in spring. I had cycled over to east London for it, partly in the rain, so I figured as I’d come this far I’d find out what else […]
Kerry Ellis and John Owen-Jones – King’s Head Theatre
Get a peak inside the rejigged venue! KERRY ELLIS AND JOHN OWEN-JONES ONE NIGHT, TWO VOICES AT THE NEW KING’S HEAD THEATRE MONDAY 10 JUNE 2024 Kerry Ellis and John Owen-Jones, award-winning, record-breaking stars of the West End and Broadway, will join forces for a very special and intimate concert at the new King’s Head […]
Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club: May – July 2024
We love the Upstairs Bar at Ronnie’s. Intimate and friendly place. One of our favourite London hangouts. There, we’ve said it. Here’s a peak at what’s on now. See you there! Feel free to use the links and find out what’s on when you’re reading this! Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club May – July 2024 An […]
‘Emma Smith: Meshuga Baby’ JW3 – Review
Let’s get to the point. This lady is an entertainer, a wonderful talent with a smile to fill the Albert Hall. Yeah, ok, so JW3 don’t yet know what jazz is, or how to fire up a loud speaker, or make a microphone work, but is that gonna phase our Emma? Nah. With an enthusiasm […]
Drake And The Lights – The Boy Meets World Tour Review
The thought of paying £99 a ticket (+ service fees) for a concert at The O2 shocks most and I’ll admit when I saw the price I was a little taken aback myself. But having been almost three years since Drake’s last European tour I knew my money already belonged to him. Throughout the summer, […]
The Lock Tavern Festival
By Hannah Phillips Ditch the egg hunts and treat your ears instead this Easter, at one of Camden’s best pubs. From Thursday 24th March until Sunday 27th March, The Lock Tavern will continue its acclaimed annual festival, bringing with it a whole host of emerging bands and high calibre DJs. This time, London’s Riot grrrls Skinny Girl Diet […]
White Mink – the Future of Swing?
Wanna hear (and see!) the clash of swing music’s old guard with the avant-garde? Grab a bit of The After Hours Quintet, who will be opening White Mink’s live music show on 11th March presented by Nick Hollywood and DJ Chris Tofu. Hell – both musical and dietary eructations in one place! As well as […]
War Child
By Hannah Phillips War Child teams up with the BRITS and O2 this February for a week of exclusive intimate gigs. Part of a series of War Child affiliated dates, Passport to BRITS Week will offer the rare opportunity to see some of the UK’s leading acts up close and personal – and a whole host […]
Peckham Rye Music Festival – No Wellies Required!
By Hannah Phillips Braving the rain in the middle of London’s parks not your thing? Look no further than May’s inaugural Peckham Rye Music Festival to kick off your festival season good and proper – and without a pair of wellies in sight. Celebrating the area’s rising local music scene, Peckham’s leading venues – the […]
Ben Cox Band
We’ve got a nice quiet jazz evening sorted for next Monday. The Ben Cox Band – a gruff sounding Sade – is launching their debut album ‘This Waiting Game’ at Pizza Express, Dean Street. Ok so the band has been championed by Jamie Cullum – but it’s not all bad: the album features guest appearances from Claire Martin, Kirk […]