The city is filled with buzzing little venues with killer playlists and a hedonistic late-night spirit that offer a great alternative to the more notorious super-clubs. We’ve selflessly been out to experience some of the best places for DJ nights in London; read on for our recommended picks...
Composed of Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, better known as Sting, drummer Stewart Copeland, and guitarist Andy Summers, The Police emerged in the late 1970s, amidst the new wave rock scene. Fusing together elements of reggae, punk, and jazz, the group quickly broke through the boundaries of ...
Since starting in London, Hidden Jazz Club shows have popped up in Tokyo, Barcelona, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, and San Francisco. Whilst the club remains a platform for incredible local talent, we have also been visited by Grammy Award winners and internationally acclaimed jazz musicia...
A regular fixture at local schools and youth clubs in south London, Sounds 5 decide to adopt a new name after the band’s manager Bob Charman (Tony’s father) invited Carl Douglas to join the musicians on stage. “Carl came up and sang with us,” remembers Tony Charman. “Our singer ...
Only a couple of minutes from the station, The Cocktail Bar South Norwood is one of London's hidden gems. A relaxed, jazz-inspired with exceptional, affordable cocktails, expect to find favourites on the menu like a Moscow Mule or Old Fashioned. ...
It is understood that much of London pubs, clubs and other places of entertainment, plans to close down in spite of Scottish fans having one of the best reputations in world football. But at least one pub will be open. Compton’s in Old Compton Street run by Stevie and George from ...
This Week in London – A rare surviving piece of Queen Elizabeth’s dress on show?; Inside Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, and, Islamic influences on art… •An altar cloth which may have once been part of a dress worn by Queen Elizabeth I goes on show at Hampton Court Palace (pictured)...
1950s & 1960s: The Kids Are Alright – Who Wipeout – Surfaris Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond I Saw Her Standing There – Beatles Land of 1000 Dances – Wilson Pickett Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Andy Williams Paint It Black – Rolling Stones ...
JAZZ ORCHESTRA:Guildhall Jazz Orchestra and Morley College Jazz Orchestrateam up for a concertof the music of American composer, arranger and trombonist Bill Russo, who founded the London Jazz Orchestra in the 1960s. Takes place at Barbican.7.30pm ...
Music enthusiasts are drawn to the jazz clubs and old haunts of famous musicians such as Charlie Parker and Count Basie. With more fountains than Rome, there is ample opportunity for scenic strolling from fountain to fountain. Stop along the way to discover interesting neighborhoods and browse ...