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Tom Jones Coming to Perform at Union Chapel – 15th September 2010

admin — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:13:21 +0000

Considering Tom Jones spent most of this time a year ago completing a massive Tom Jones Arena Tour, performing live for thousands of people at a time, the fact that this month sees him coming to the much more intimate Union Chapel in Islington is enough to get the most adamant Tom Jones residential property fund for fans cashing in their tickets.

Tom Jones latest show will see him performing a one night only complete run through of his new album, Praise & Blame, from start to finish. Tom Jones last album was a huge hit in the UK, an album which many dubbed as his “best ever”. Praise & Blame has already gone gold in the UK and this once in a lifetime Tom Jones concert will be worth every penny of your London property fund money as you get to see Tom Jones live; up close and personal.

So what are you waiting for? Make sure to get hold of your Tom Jones live show tickets today and ensure that you don’t miss this intimate performance from one of the world’s greatest entertainers of all time. To get a taste of what you’re in for, check out the Tom Jones video below and judge for yourself whether or not you think the legend that is Tom Jones, still has what it takes!

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Standup Comedian Lee Mack is Back!

admin — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 13:58:08 +0000

Everybody likes a good laugh. No matter who you are, where you live or what you do for a living, no person you know will pass on a tummy aching, thigh slapping laugh. If you are looking for a source of laugher, we suggest that you leave your Earlsfield property and go watch a Lee Mack performance. We promise you that no matter if you are an estate agent Streatham or a lawyer from central London – you will enjoy Lee Mack and his humourous take on daily life.

Lee Mack is a British standup comedian and actor and is most commonly known for the hilarious sitcom series Not Going out as well as the comedy panel game show Would I Lie to You? He got into comedy in 1994 and since then, Lee Mack has performed for packed theatres all over London and the UK.

Lee Mack left the standup comedy industry a few years ago but has returned to tour the UK in 2009 and 2010 and so far his “Going Out” show has been such a success that organisers have added further Lee Mack appearances to the bill. So be sure not to miss out on some of Lee Mack’s London gigs in November at the famous Hammersmith Apollo Theatre.

Here is a short Lee Mack clip to get you giggling:

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Jimi Hendrix 40th Anniversary Celebration in London

admin — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:49:13 +0000

You might not hear this kind of news from letting agents Marylebone or your friendly grocer down the road but if you meet any music enthusiast in the area, it is likely that you will be told about the Jimi Hendrix music Memorial Tour that is about to hit London shores.

This tribute concert featuring some of Jimi Hendrix style hits including Purple Haze and All Along the Watchtower will be held at legendary Ronnie Scott’s club in London. This London gig will feature The Nigel Kennedy Band as well as the Ronnie Scott’s All Stars just to name a few. Jimi Hendrix played his last ever gig on the 18th of September, 1970 at this exact Ronnie Scott’s Club – a musical experience that will forever be remembered by those who attend.

The Jimi Hendrix tribute gig will run for two nights at the Ronnie Scott’s club and you will be entertained by the sounds of Nigel Kennedy as he collaborates with other musicians to bring the songs of Jimi Hendrix back to you. The Ronnie Scott’s Club is based in 47 Frith Street, Soho and if you are a fan of the legendary Jimi Hendrix and his songs that you will never forget, then this tribute concert will let you relive the great memories of the past for ne night only!

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4 Must-See London Gigs in September

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:55:31 +0000

As winter sets in, Londoners are retreating from the parks and football pitches in pursuit of much-needed warmth. But you needn’t spend the winter months hibernating in the living room – get out there and warm up with the sizzling live London gigs that will be hitting the city in September. Nothing works up a sweat quite like the dance floor at a London rock gig, and this month’s musical events promise to be hot, hot, hot!

Muse
The supergroup from Devon will be on stage at Wembley Stadium on 10th and 11th September. This is one of those London music gigs not to be missed, as Muse never fail to deliver an electrifying performance. You couldn’t pick a better London gig if you’re in the mood to dance the night away as Matthew Bellamy’s vocal stylings soar over the crowds of die-hard fans.

Interpol
These New Yorkers will be bringing their melancholy rock sound to one of London’s best-known clubs, Heaven. Interpol’s London gig will be going down on 15th September, and tickets are running out fast. Follow the sound of Interpol’s bassline to the doorway of Heaven and you may really think the London gig listings have led you to the blissful afterlife!

Grinderman
“Bad seeds” of London rejoice! The Relentless Garage will be rocking to the raw, gritty sounds of Grinderman on 23rd September. The band is playing a series of London music gigs to promote their new album, and Nick Cave fans will be flocking to their live London gigs to see the man himself on stage!

Placebo
Is the O2 arena really big enough to contain all the angsty melodrama and star power of the world-famous alternative rock trio? Find out at their London gigs on 27th and 28th September. Placebo tickets are in high demand and fans of the iconic band will be packed into their London rock gigs at the O2 as September draws to a close.

With so many scorching London gigs coming up in September, there’s no excuse for giving London nightlife the cold shoulder!

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Million Dollar Quartet may feature in London Theatres by 2011!

admin — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:52:42 +0000

If you are a fan of the kings of rock and roll from the 50s you should be sure not to miss the musical Million Dollar Quartet. This stage musical has travelled all over the world and brings you the complete story of the musical collaboration of these four musical geniuses and recently, rumours have been flying around that this musical will hit London stages sooner than later. So if you are a theatre lover as well as a lover of good music, we suggest that you continue to check West End theatre bookings as well as West End event tickets sales for Million Dollar Quartet.

According to various London theatre websites, producers of Million Dollar Quartet are looking into bringing this musical to London from its Broadway roots but according to sources, the musical is yet to release an exact tour date.

Million Dollar Quartet is based on a true story of a historical event that took place between Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis. These four musicians joined together one day at a recording studio in Memphis in 1956 and created an impromptu band jam session which even though it was a private affair, became one of the worlds most talked about and famous collaborations of our time. Million Dollar Quartet features songs that were originally performed by the great musicians themselves such as Blue Suede Shoes, Hound Dog and Great balls of Fire – just to name a few.

Let’s hold thumbs that Million Dollar Quartet will make its way over to London theatres next year!

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Are cookery shows too extreme?

admin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 13:36:42 +0000

It’s unfortunate that cookery on TV has become such a competitive sport. Who can do the craziest show? I watched a bit of Jimmy’s Food Factory last night and couldn’t say I felt I had enhanced myself from the experience. He’s like a poor man’s Heston Blumenthal, and what they both have in common are TV series about food, with nothing edible at the end to inspire. Where oh where have the good old days of telly cookery gone? Now we have to rely on the morning shows to show us what to cook.

Saturday Kitchen, ITV’s This Morning or GMTV all have good food offerings and you can actually learn something from the better chef presenters such as Dean Edwards who is always so inventive, full of great tips and not bad to watch either! Even the guest chefs on Saturday Kitchen occasionally inspire me to get going in the kitchen and cook what I just watched (after a spot of shopping of course).

James Martin looks bored with the whole thing though – he’s obviously doing a job now, and like day old bread, he’s gone a bit stale. What we need are more initiatives like This Morning’s hunt for a new chef.

I want new ideas, new ingredients, new faces from TV viewing. Why isn’t Yotam Ottolenghi on TV? He could do an entire series on eggplants alone, and I would be riveted. But maybe that’s just food porn for kitchen geeks like me…

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West End Welcomes back Denise Van Outen

admin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:30:53 +0000

It only took six months for superstar Denise Van Outen to recover after her pregnancy until the glitz and glamour of West End beckoned her back to the bright lights. Pictures of Denise Van Outen paints the portrait of a happy mum who is eager to jump back into the spotlight. West End Theatre tickets are already on sale for her portrayal of a busty blonde in the onstage adaption of ‘Legally Blonde – The musical’. Denise van Outen’s baby, Betsy was born in May and since then once pregnant Denise van Outen has spoken often of her desire to return to the stage.

Her role in the musical adaptation of Legally Blonde will be that of Paulette, a ditsy American teen who is determined to make it big in the courts of her home state. The formerly pregnant Denise Van Outen was attacked by the paparazzi and photos of her public breastfeeding were splashed across the local papers – this forced her to curb public breastfeeding once and for all, much to the dismay of her male fans who might have enjoyed these images of Denise van Outen. West End Festival Tickets for the show are already on sale, and Denise Van Outen will join the cast of this hit musical on the 25th of October. Book now to avoid any disappointments.

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Last Night of the BBC Proms

admin — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 07:39:10 +0000

The BBC Proms, London’s famous eight-week orchestral music festival, is one of the world’s most popular – and most sophisticated – music events. Founded in 1895, the BBC Proms (or The Henry Wood Promenade Concerts presented by the BBC) are steeped in tradition. While you may not require a heavy pair of womens safety shoes or boots from Terra footwear to fight your way through jostling crowds, you may find your BBC Proms experience enhanced by sturdy footwear as you join fellow audience members in the “Prommers’ Stamp” – stamping of the feet to applaud an exceptional musical performance!

This Saturday, 11 September 2010, will mark the annual “Last Night of the Proms” as the BBC Proms draws to a close for the year. The programme for the last evening of the BBC Proms for 2010 looks set to wow seasoned Prommers and newcomers alike. Soprano Renée Fleming and conductor Jiří Bělohlávek will be giving stellar performances, and Prommers can expect traditional BBC Proms favourites like Rule Britannia! and of course the Pomp and Circumstance March.

Tickets are, as always, in high demand for the Last Night of the BBC Proms. Most tickets were allocated by ballot to Prommers who have bought tickets to 5 or more BBC Proms concerts at the Royal Albert Hall. Another 200 tickets were available by open ballot, which has now closed. While it seems unlikely that any further tickets to the wildly popular BBC Proms would still be available, standing tickets are often purchasable for £5.00 on the Last Night for anyone willing to join the queues at the Royal Albert Hall.

It is said that the spirit of original Proms conductor Henry Joseph Wood presides over the present-day BBC Proms, and many Prommers would attribute this to the uplifting experience that is the famous Final Night.

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A Mini Gig Guide for London music events!

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:57:59 +0000

Even though we have recently waved goodbye to an array of exciting music festivals that have hit London over the past few months, this does not mean that there are no more London gigs on the cards, and the next few months surely won’t disappoint. If you are looking for a gig guide with gusto, then here are just a few gig guide happenings in and around London that you would be mental to miss out on. From pop to rock, metal to disco, this mini gig guide will let you follow the sound of music gigs in London.

LCD Sound System and Hot Chip:

If you looking at getting your feet tapping and cannot seem to find a gig guide that will let you know where to find such a vibe, then get yourself down to Alexandra Palace in Wood Green and enjoy the live funky disco punk sounds of LCD Sound System along with the beat stirring Hot Chip as they bring you the hits that you know and love.

Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, N22 7AY
10 November – 6pm

Paolo Nutini:

So, you enjoy music that is more soothing for the soul and cannot seem to find a gig guide that will give you what you want? We are happy to let you know that one of the world’s most chilled out guy, Paolo Nutini, is taking to the stage next month at the HMV Forum so if you enjoy the sounds of this Scottish singer and songwriter, then guide your way down to his gig will only leave you feeling better than before.

HMV Forum, London
22 October – 7pm

Interpol:

Just for all of those indie rock music fans out there, here is an opportunity to tick this band off your gig guide list as Interpol are one of the most inspiring indie acts out there. With the release of their fourth album, there is no doubt that you will be hearing an eclectic mix of old and new songs, showing that this is a gig guide event not to be missed.

Heaven, Under The Arches off Villiers St, WC2N 6NG
15 September – 7pm

MIA

If you do not like to define yourself to a certain genre of music and enjoy mixing it up, there is no other band better to kick start your end of year gig guide with rather than MIA. They do pop, rock, hip hop, funk and pretty much anything else you can think up, and they do it well. Mathangi “Maya” Arulpragasam will blow you away with her rapping and singing skills as well as perform the hits that will undoubtedly get you grooving in no time.

Brixton Academy, 211 Stockwell Rd, London, SW9 9SL,
8pm – 10 November

Here are only four music gig guide entries that caught our eye. If you have a gig guide that you would like to share with us – let us know!

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Michael Jackson tribute thrills the West End

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 08:17:12 +0000

Many a Michael Jackson fan mourned the passing of their musical idol in June last year – from electrical contractors who couldn’t resist the occasional moonwalk to car dealers who sing along to Beat It on the way to work, the King of Pop left behind legions of loyal followers. Now fans can catch their favourite Michael Jackson songs performed live at London’s Lyric Theatre, as Thriller – Live takes the stage.

Thriller – Live is a Michael Jackson tribute concert that has been running since before the star’s death in 2009. A group of talented performers treat the audience to spectacular choreography and special effects in a celebration of the famous Michael Jackson music hits.

The Michael Jackson album Thriller has become the best-selling album of all time, with 10 million copies sold and surely many more sales to come. It is fitting that this Michael Jackson tribute on the UK stage takes its name from the phenomenally successful album. Thriller – Live covers Michael Jackson’s 40-year career from his childhood with the Jackson 5 to his latest hits, and demonstrates just why the troubled and eccentric star was such an inspiration musical figure.

Thriller – Live opened in February and will be running until September 12th, so with the dazzling musical event nearly at the end of its West End run, Michael Jackson fans who haven’t yet experienced it should book tickets as soon as possible. If you loved Michael Jackson, boogie on down to the Lyric Theatre for a performance that’s truly “off the wall”!

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