Hosted by BBC 6 Music’s Matt Everitt, the live event will feature a stellar line-up of artists including Rizzle Kicks, Emeli Sandé, Bright Light Bright Light and Housse de Racket.
With 13 million licensed tracks, including all four major label artists, Deezer is set to become the number one destination for all UK music fans. Already boasting over 20 million users worldwide, 6 million unique visitors per month and more than 1.4 million premium subscribers, Deezer offers access to millions of tracks, anywhere anytime. Far from being a faceless streaming service, Deezer’s dedicated editorial team of music experts have injected real, human passion into Deezer, offering exclusive content and recommendations to help users discover the music they love.
Other
Swedish House Mafia ‘One Night Stand’ Milton Keynes 14th July 2012
This announcement comes hot on the heels of confirmation that they will play another landmark ‘One Night Stand’ show at New York’s Madison Square Gardens on December 16th 2011. This will see Swedish House Mafia – Axwell, Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso – make history when they become the first dance act to have headlined both venues. These shows, once again, reaffirm their status as global superstars.
Swedish House Mafia will join an enviable list of music legends who have headlined the National Bowl including Oasis, Green Day, Metallica, Eminemand Foo Fighters. The list of artists who have played Madison Square Gardens reads like a veritable who’s who of music dating from the late sixties to the present day.
The band are also set to release a live album (date tbc) taken from the road this year. The album will feature their much sought-after, previously unavailableColdplay Vs Swedish House Mafia ‘Every Teardrop Is A Waterfall’ plus ‘Antidote’, their new collaboration with Knife Party (Rob Swire and Gareth McGrillen).
The Swedes have already enjoyed phenomenal success to date. Not only did their recent UK tour sell out in minutes which saw a second night added at London’s Alexandra Palace, but they sold over a million singles in 2010 alone, saw their album ‘Until One’ reach Gold status, co-headlined Radio One’s Big Weekend and played major festivals including Creamfields, T in the Park and Oxegen. Internationally, their infamous Masquerade Motel events sold out in Miami, Las Vegas and Ibiza where they enjoyed a sixteen week residency.
Tickets for the National Bowl show (doors open at 2pm and closes at 11pm) are £45.00 and go on general sale from Friday 30th September at 9am. They’ll be available from www.seetickets.com / 0844 811 0051, www.gigsandtours.com / 0844 811 0051, www.ticketmaster.co.uk / 0844 826 2826,www.ticketline.co.uk,www.
However from 9am on Wednesday 28th September until 9am on the 30th, SHM Originals (ticket holders to the very first Brixton shows by the band) will have exclusive access to tickets before anyone else. These fans will be mailed on Saturday 24th September with a unique code as a thank you for their continued support.
On Thursday 29th September there will be a 24 hour fan presale through Swedish House Mafia’s Facebook.
Madison Square Garden on-sale information is listed on the band’s website
EVENT INFO:
‘One Night Stand’
Saturday 14th July 2012
Swedish House Mafia
Price: £45+BF, tickets on sale 9am Friday 30th September 2011
Times: 2pm – 11pm
Venue: Milton Keynes National Bowl / Info: http://www.thenationalbowl.
Coach Travel: www.biggreencoach.com / Tel: 0845 463 8361 (Enquiries only) / Millennium Coach Travel www.mct-online.co.uk / Tel: 01253 895 555
Pukkelpop Festival cancelled as stage collapses
High winds and heavy rain hit the Pukkelpop Festival near the town of Hasselt in the north of Belgium yesterday. Some giant screens toppled, trees were uprooted, and stages collapsed killing 5 people and injuring dozens more.
Pukkelpop Festival has now been cancelled.
See more news on the Sky website: http://news.sky.com/home/world-news/article/16052613
House of Fun Weekender
25th-27th November 2011
Madness said of the event. “Life is a series of beautiful moments, this weekend is a moment in time where you can, we hope take some beautiful moments home with you. Please endeavour to introduce yourself to as many as possible, make new friends, dance, sing, laugh, give support, create joy, be decent, spread the love and most of all enjoy yourselves as much as you think is possible, you know it makes sense”
With their tenth album currently in the works, Madness will be playing a career-spanning extravaganza over the weekend, with a few extra-special surprises up their sleeves.
The weekend will be packed with top class performances from the likes of the mighty los hermanos Cubanos, The Cuban Brothers, DJ Jerry Dammers, beatbox superstar Beardyman and a set from eclectic powerhouse DJ Andrew Weatherall. Heavyweights The Whip will bring the party, and Norman Jay MBE will be providing yet another classic set. Mr Scruff will grace us with more than three hours of freestyle beats,whilst Squeaky Hill, Marc Roberts and Toddla T & MC Serocee will provide the bass driven rhythms. Check out some arcade-electro rhymes from Dan Le Sac vs Scroobius Pip, and digital-ska maestros Man Like Me.
We have a wealth of comedy acts on show, who will provide side-splitting entertainment just for your pleasure! The amazing talent we have for you includes Bob Mills, Junior Simpson, Nick Wilty, Al Barrie, Kevin McCarthy and Ben Norris with 8-piece horn and percussion ensemble, Brassroots, Wagontails. As if our stellar musical line-up wasn’t enough, we’re also treating you to some of the best comedians around!
The amazing ex-Housemartins and Beautiful South singer Paul Heaton will be one to see, along with Marcus Birdman, Gordon Southern, Michael Smiley and incredible improv-rapping with Abandoman. Halifax Hospital Radio’s very own Barry Peters will make a special appearance, with zoot suited soul flavours from The Milk, electro-swingers The Correspondents and Radio 1’s leftfield master Rob da Bank. Don’t miss DJs,Justin Robertson & Greg Wilson or Brit-Rock Poppers Missing Andy. Watch legendary darts players Wayne Mardle & Peter Manley for something a little bit different, or check out late night treats from Marc Roberts and a ninja-mash-up from Jaguar Skills. DJ sets from Don Letts and erstwhile Specials kingpin Jerry Dammers are sure to get you dancing.
Future garage don Doorly will be unmissable, along with Marc Roberts and Craig Charles’ Funk and Soul Show. We are in for a treat from El Thommo in the form of Lee Thompson’s Ska Orchestra and the Irish Bar will host odd-ball merriment from Squeaky Hill and sing-along japes with Rockaoke all weekend long. You can score a strike with the Bowling Disco plus there will be a very special Madness Pool Competition.
To book the House of Fun Weekender, or for more information, call 0845 070 4730 or visit www.butlins.com/madness (The maximum call charge is 2p per minute from a BT landline. Calls from other networks may vary)
Edith Bowman’s Edinburgh Festival Preview
Edinburgh is renowned as the world’s festival city, but you might be surprised at just how much Scotland’s inspiring capital has on offer this summer.
Most of us have heard about the city’s world famous annual Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the Edinburgh International Festival and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, but the city offers a whole host of events this summer and throughout the year.
Edinburgh is home to so many different festivals that offer the adventurous tourist new experiences at every turn.
Literary fans can lose themselves at the International Book Festival, art-lovers will discover all sorts of artistic inspiration at the Art Festival, music fans will find plenty to keep them entertained at the Jazz and Blues Festival, while those looking to celebrate a range of world cultures need look no further than the Mela festival.
And that’s just the half of it – with the National Museum of Scotland reopening its doors on 29 July after a multi-million pound refurbishment and spaces like the prestigious Signet Library in Parliament Square opening their doors as a pop up venues, a summer break to the Edinburgh Festivals offers a fascinating cultural adventure for all.
So for a guide to what’s on offer, watch our video where Edith Bowman gives you the lowdown on the Edinburgh festival summer season and gets advice from the locals on what you can find around every corner.
The Blackdown Beer & Music Festival details
Expect lots of entertainment on Saturday afternoon to keep the kids happy while you enjoy music from local bands, the lovely, relaxed family atmosphere and beautiful scenery – and maybe the odd glass or two………
The money we raise goes to funding music in the local schools and community – essential in these days of crunches and cuts – so that the next generation don’t miss out on the fun and benefits of making music.
There is a camp site nearby so you don’t have to worry about driving home.
Limmud Fest details
MUSIC! Don’t MISS all of the excellent musical interludes including popular Israeli singer/songwriter, Alma Zohar, with her own eclectic ethnic style; Los Caparos and Boom Pam, the fun Israeli party bands and American rapper, Ephryme..
GET YOUR SPIRIT OUT IN THE OPEN! Escape that sedentary rut through positive mind/soul activity – Come join Meditation, Tai Chi and Storytelling sessions
FEAR NOT! You too can connect with your Prophetic self! A basic course in ”How to become a prophet in 3 not-so-easy steps!” will teach you all you need to know. Biblical guides include: Raphael Zarum, Samuel Lebens, Adina Ben-Chorin & Daniel Goldfarb. For those who can already foresee the future: time-travel back to the past to walk in the footsteps of the prophets in beautiful Winchester! (Hey! It ain’t the Judean Desert but at least we have lush grass and hopefully not too much rain!)
WHEN: Bank Holiday weekend, 25-29 August 2011
WHERE: Sparsholt College, Winchester.
You can book your tickets by clicking here
Bug Jam 25 details
Once more, it’s time for the incredible VW-inspired, weekend long party, where over 33,000 show-goers can expect to have fun in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Now celebrating its quarter centenary , this remarkable show, now the biggest VW Beetle festival in Europe, looks set to pack even more entertainment, fun, action and racing into 3 hectic days than ever before. Often dubbed ‘Glastonbury On Wheels’, Bug Jam offers an eclectic mix of all things VW, wrapped in an intoxicating mix of music, comedy, nightlife and lifestyle. A true festival in every sense of the word, with a vibrant and fun atmosphere, bringing to life the very essence of VW culture. As ever, this year, all of the action is also being captured for a lifestyle documentary programme on Eurosport and Motors TV.
Naturally, Europe’s greatest, shiniest and fastest VWs will be taking centre stage – and, after it proved so popular last year they’ve laid on an improved, full off-road course! But even if that’s not your thing, there’s an incredibly diverse list of attractions to choose from, making Bug Jam a superb event for all sorts of enthusiasts.
As well as non-stop drag racing from the pros, there are numerous chances for you to have a go yourself in the many ‘Run What You Brung’ sessions held over the weekend. Running on the strip throughout the show will be Fireforce, Santa Pod’s own 280mph Jet Car, the insane Jet Beetle and of course, the 7-second quarter mile turning 2 seat dragster, for the very brave to ride in. Polishing buffs will also love the Autoglym ‘Show and Shine’ area, where Europe’s most beautifully finished creations compete for top honours.
Bring a full wallet, because not only will you find one of the biggest collections of VW traders in one place, but also the Autojumble is often known to throw up some real rarities. If you have been looking for that obscure part for months – you might just find it here.
Adrenaline junkies have plenty to keep them entertained. Not only will UKFMX be providing 3 days of gravity-defying action, but they’ll also be ably assisted by Podzilla, Santa Pod’s very own car-crushing Monster Truck, this year battling it out with the similarly able ‘Swamp Thing’. Headlining as ever, will be multiple Guinness World record holder Terry Grant, who will be displaying his own unique brand of car control – and possibly smashing yet another World record or two in the process..
Music fans will hit ‘overload’ thanks to a packed itinerary of live bands across four music arenas, including chart-toppers The Candle Thieves, D:ream and The Farm headlining on the Friday night, and Indie favourites, The Wonder Stuff doing an extensive set on the Saturday. Mix in live DJs and comedy tents to provide something for everyone – and you’ll begin to understand why the event has such a broad appeal. Comedy is always a big draw at Bug Jam and this year, with ‘Mock The Week’ and Radio 4 regular Milton Jones heading up the talent, expect significant hilarity throughout the entire weekend. Frustrated singers and performers are also welcome on the ‘Bug Jam’s Got Talent’ stage, where we can’t promise Simon Cowell, but you might just win a few fans for your trouble.
But that’s STILL not all! There’s free camping on-site all weekend and better still, the under 13s get in for absolutely nothing! There’s a huge funfair and festival traders on site for all to enjoy and to tug at the old heartstrings, The Battle Of Britain memorial flight with a WWII Dakota will be putting in an appearance on the Saturday.
With a capacity crowd expected, show goers are advised to book their tickets early, you DO NOT want to miss this one!
For more information please visit www.bugjam.co.uk.
Sony Radio Academy Awards Winners
The judges said of Annie Nightingale: “In recognition of more than 40 years of exceptional broadcasting including her breakthrough achievements, her championship of the new, and the inspiration she has given to music makers and broadcasters alike.”
Jenni Murray was lauded: “For a career of exemplary broadcasting, for her incisive yet sensitive interviewing skills, her championship of the woman’s perspective and the inspiration she has given to others.”
This year’s ceremony, celebrating 30 years of excellence in radio, reflected a great year for speech radio, especially in the sporting arena. talkSPORT played a blinder, not only scoring their first ever win in the mighty Station of the Year but doing the treble with their Controller Moz Dee crowned Station Programme of the Year and ‘FIFA World Cup 2010’ taking gold for Best Promotional/Advertising Campaign. The judges observed that: “Moz has shown exceptional leadership this year as talkSPORT has grown in stature and sound.” Sporting rivals BBC Radio Five live also had lots to cheer about winning a total of six golds, the highest number for any BBC station. Star strikers for Five live, were Nicky Campbell and Shelagh Fogarty carrying off the hotly contested Breakfast Show of the Year (10 million plus) with the judges commenting: “ This is truly populist radio, created by Gold standard journalists”, Colin Murray’s ‘Fighting Talk’ making him number one for Best Sports Programme and triple nominee, Victoria Derbyshire, taking the honours in Best News & Current Affairs Programme.
Radio 2’s Jeremy Vine was the evening’s sole double gold winner, topping the podium for both Speech Broadcaster of the Year and Best Interview of the Year, with the citation saying: “A broadcaster at the top of his trade, with intimate knowledge of his subject, he dissects Gordon Brown then uses the infamous ‘”She’s a bigot” tape to hammer home the final nail in the prime-ministerial coffin.”
A Rolling Stone gathers a Gold with Ronnie Wood’s winning riff as Music Radio Personality of the Year and Frank Skinner beats Moyles and Westwood to Best Entertainment Programme, two of three Golds , three Silvers and a Bronze for a beaming Absolute Radio. And Radio 1’s Zane Lowe added ‘ record-breaker’ to his job description as he took his fourth Gold for Music Broadcaster of the Year.
The judges citation for Ronnie Wood highlighted that he is ”an amazing character with a really innovative programme. Ronnie has lived the life of a thousand men and you feel like a child sitting at his feet as he unfolds his rarified story book.” While of Frank Skinner, they noted that he “is a natural host, warm and inclusive, fantastic at getting the best from those who appear with him.”
One of the most popular winners on the night was BBC London 94.9’s and 5 live’s Danny Baker, who became Speech Radio Personality of the Year, for being “A true original. A personality who’s found new and innovative ways to use the techniques of radio, whether he’s delivering a unique verbal barrage or creating an endless stream of compelling ideas….” Turning base metal into Gold was physicist Brian Cox for Radio 4 in Best Speech Programme, and there was more excitement for the Station as Matthew Price got the nod for News Journalist of the Year.
Others with that winning feeling were Absolute Radio’s Annabel Port, who became Best On-Air Contributor with the judges praising her as “A naturally funny storyteller whose contributions are hugely entertaining and perfectly pitched.” Also BBC Wiltshire’s Graham Mack, for Breakfast Show of the Year (under 10 million), Radio 2’s Simon Mayo for Best Music Programme and Radio 3’s Jez Nelson for Best Specialist Music Programme. BBC Radio 5 live presenter Robbie Savage walked away with this year’s Sony DAB Rising Star Award, the night’s only people’s choice award, with Robbie Savage rallying the support of listeners to receive thousands of votes – the most in the awards history – to secure him the title.
Radio stations the length and breadth of the country were honoured throughout the night, including an impressive win for Real Radio North East in the Best News Special for ‘Raoul Moat – The Final Hours’. Central FM (103.1) took Gold for Station of the Year (Under 300,000), BBC RadioDerby triumphed in Station of the Year (300,000 – 1 million), Gold for Station of the Year (1 million plus) was scooped by 105.4 Real Radio North Westand Digital Station of the Year was awarded to Fun Kids.
Other golden moments included Kiss 100’s win for Best Station Imaging, ‘BBC Introducing’ for Best Use of Multiplatform, BBC 6 Music’s victory in Best Music Special with TBI’s ‘The John Bonham Story’, Best Internet Programme went to Answer Me This Podcast, Classic FM won Best Use of Branded Content for Alex Masterly with Towry and ‘The Jason Byrne Comedy Show’ won Best Comedy for Radio 2.
The nominations for Best Community Programming all highlighted very powerful issues, such as mental illness, prison, serving in Afghanistan and HIV, but it was BBC Radio Berkshire’s ‘Warning: May Contain Nuts” that most impressed the judges: ‘By bringing together those with mental illness alongside stand up comedians, the station showed real integration can be achieved through laughter.”
Tim Blackmore, Chairman of the Sony Radio Academy Awards said:
“In spite of the continuing emergence of new platforms and of video ubiquity, the creative use of sound continues to attract massive and regular support from the vast majority of the British public. This is entirely down to the skills and talents of radio professionals in all sectors of the audio business and it is these awards that continue to highlight their ever impressive levels of achievement.”
Presenters of the Awards included Beverly Knight, James Cracknell, Ed Byrne, Duncan Bannatyne, Chipmunk, Pamela Stephenson, Rachel Stevens, Natasha Kaplinsky, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Maxine Peake, James Morrison, Kirsty Wark, The Feeling and Wynne Evans.
Judges for the 2011 Sony Radio Academy Awards included Richard Bacon, Moz Dee, Clive Dickens, Sue Lawley, Mary Anne Hobbs, Hardeep Singh Kohli and Miranda Sawyer.
TruthJuice Gathering 2011
It will take place between May 19th to May 24th in some lovely tipis on the banks of the River Dee in one of the beautiful valleys near the village of Glyndyfrdwy, close to Llangollen in North Wales.
The ticket price includes five nights of camping (bring a tent) from Thursday to Tuesday morning. Vegetarian and Vegan food is included in the Ticket Price (Friday – Tuesday). A Community that will live and eat together and will share ideas, ideals and information. All the talks and workshops running over the weekend are also included in the price. As well as hot showers and our legendary VERY CLEAN portaloo toilets, a home from home!
THURSDAY 19th May
Opening Ceremony
Speed Truthing – Hosted by the TruthJuice Branches, a fun evening of speed truthing, a great format for getting to know each other and find out important information in a fun way.
Jamie Drumlake – Chill Out DJ
Listening to last year’s comments – Because of the varied time of arrivals at the gathering, food on Thursday is not included but will be available to purchase from our snack shop at VERY reasonable prices.
FRIDAY 20th – SATURDAY 21st – MONDAY 23rd
Three days PACKED with some amazing speakers and events, you are going to be totally spoilt for choice. We have gathered together the best of the best for you, everything from Free Energy to Freeman on the Land. A buzzing three days of information and Seminars.
Michael Hallam – Bursting the Economic Bubble and Practical Tools for
Community Building
Open Mic Night hosted by Charlie Veitch
http://www.cveitch.org/
Andy Hickie – Entertainer
http://www.myspace.com/
Helena Hawley – Sound Healing Workshop
http://www.helenahawley.co.uk/
Phil Medley – Drumming Workshop
Richard Hoyle – The Bosnian Pyramids: The Untold Story
http://bpblognews.blogspot.
Nick Marchmont – Alchemy and the Birth of Modern Science
Rhian Hill – Nature Art Workshop
Sylvia Chandler – Natural Healing Methods Workshop
Duncan Wordley – Five Rhythms Dance Workshop
http://www.
Ian Moore – Intergalactic Wizard – Practical Free Energy Devices and Multi Fuel Engines Workshop
http://www.arcvillage.org/
Audrey Davies – Meditation and Energy Balancing Workshop
Phil Medley – Stargates: A Personal Journey
Rusty (The Man) & Mike: Dobson – Freemen
Rusty (The Man) – Freeman Advice Workshop.
Charlie Veitch – The End of Fear
http://www.cveitch.org/
Darren Deojee – Codex Alimentarius and Health Solutions
www.alternativeanswers.net
Ian Moore – Intergalactic Wizard
Mark Foster – Empowerment for the People
http://markwfoster.com/
Heal The Last Stand – entertainment
http://www.myspace.com/
Michael Hallam – Local Community & Financial Solutions Workshop
Love Police Academy Patrol in Wrexham with Free Hugs
SUNDAY
Chill Out & Activities Day, YOU CHOOSE what you want to do today, we will have on offer relaxing chill out time, information workshops or full on adrenalin rushing activities – it’s your day, to mingle, take part, watch, chat, and generally have a good time.
Charlie Veitch – Love Police Academy Workshop (Learn the Love Police method of raising awareness)
Jamie Drumlake – Chill Out DJ
The Truth Of Love Roadshow – DJ
Rhian Hill – Nature Art Workshops and woodland skills
Sylvia Chandler – Natural Healing Methods Workshop
Duncan Wordley – Five Rhythms Dance Workshop
Ian Moore – Intergalactic Wizard – Practical Free Energy Devices and Multi Fuel Engines Workshop
Audrey Davies – Meditation and Energy Balancing Workshop
Rusty (The Man) – Freeman Advice Workshop
Mark Foster – Dowsing Workshop
Helena Hawley – Sound Healing Workshop
Zorbing !!
Therapies and Treatments on offer/for exchange: Massage, Reiki, Hopi Ear Candles, Reflexology and many more
TruthJuice – Grant Art Project – ongoing all weekend.
Kids – Treasure Hunts, mini Workshops and activities
And much much more . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Final Day – TUESDAY 24th May
Networking opportunities and Closing Ceremony, an opportunity to bring together the whole weekend with an amazing closing ceremony with Andy Harrop Smith our TruthJuice Druid, bringing us together as a community of likeminded hearts and souls, spreading Truth, Peace and Love.
Tickets cost £150 each all inclusive. There are a limited number of tickets for 12 and under at £55 each. Please e mail or call before you purchase a childs ticket.
Tickets are limited in number, so please do book early, once they are gone, they are gone.
Tickets are available from our website or our facebook shop
https://www.facebook.com/
For more info see the website or call on either
01978 861586 or 01691 600356