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Melt Yourself Down – 27 Feb 2013 at The Shacklewell Arms

By on January 14, 2013
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A fabulous beast composed of various members of , & and Transglobal Underground in Dalston, where else? Should be great or a spectacular mess.

Melt Yourself Down describes itself as “the sound of ’57, Cologne ’72, ’78, 2013. A riot of colour and noise, they rip the heart from the remains of Acoustic Ladyland and deliver it to the party, still beating. Reanimated with intense, sweaty , uplifting horns and blistering Nubian drums, this tightly drilled unit return for their second ever show after selling out the Queen of late 2012.”

Note: the show will now take place at The Shacklewell Arms, not the Sebright Arms as had been announced.

Link:
Tickets: www.capitalmusicevents.com/melt-yourself-down-2/

Sahara Soul – featuring Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni ba, Tamikrest and Sidi Touré

By on January 14, 2013
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One of Africa’s richest musical heartlands, today is sorely afflicted by internal conflict, an ongoing state of adversity from which this defiantly inspiring collaboration, uniting artists from three of ’s different musical cultures, arose to demonstrate their shared homeland’s strength, diversity, and its music’s power to bring people together.
26 January 2013 – ,

Dingwalls Returns with Dr Bob Jones – November 25, 2012

By on July 19, 2012
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The Sunday Service is back for the people who feel J-A-Z-Z! At the pulpit as ever will be and .

Another Sunday Afternoon At with Gilles Peterson & Patrick Forge

  • Sunday 25th November 2012
  • Dingwalls
  • Camden Lock
  • 12.30- 7pmish
  • Early Arrivial recommended. No guaranteed Entry after 2pm
  • Tickets £16
  • Limited tickets on the door
  • Advance Tickets from http://www.dingwalls.com/listings/

 

Doug Carn and Jean Carne, Band on the Wall and Ronnie Scott’s

By on June 13, 2012
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Reunions are becoming increasingly frequent, often with mixed results. For every success, such as The Specials, there is many a disappointment.

The Doug Carn and Jean Carne reunion gives hope of something special. Though Jean Carne recorded successfully in her own right for both and Philadelphia International, it is their work as a duo (and then as husband and wife) which brings the most expectancy.

Their albums from the Seventies recorded for the renowned Black album hit a nerve with its mix of Coltrane type spirituality and earthy . The duo found an audience in the Eighties with the Dance/Acid crowd, who revelled in tracks like ‘Higher Ground’ , ‘Power and Glory’ and ‘Moon Dance’.

Over two sets Doug Carn and Jean Carne will include tracks from both their work as a duo and Jean Carne’s solo career. There is one date at Band in the Wall (20th June) and three dates at (21st-23rd June).

Look out for a full review from the Ronnie Scott’s show.

Flat Earth Society – Vortex, London (Live)

By on May 13, 2012
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. Photo: Raymond de Vries

On entering the intimacy of one of ’s premier venues, Vortex, it was clear to me that this was going to be a cosy gig. The place was packed out and the 15 members of Belgium’s Flat Earth Society squeezed onto the stage, filling a quarter of the room. Continue reading Flat Earth Society – Vortex, London (Live)

Wara – Wara EP

By on January 16, 2012
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Here’s some hot underground from Town that’s been hiding in my bag and it’s just what you need to raise  spirits in the bleak mid-winter.

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Jerry Dammers’ Spatial A.K.A Orchestra – Barbican, 18 November 2011

By on November 5, 2011
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Following their highly acclaimed national tour and appearances at Glastonbury and on Later with Jools Holland, Jerry Dammers’ Spatial AKA Orchestra return to play a date at the . Continue reading Jerry Dammers’ Spatial A.K.A Orchestra – Barbican, 18 November 2011

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  • Artist: Jerry Dammers’ Spatial A.K.A Orchestra
  • Tour: London
  • Date: Friday, November 18th 2011
  • Time: 7:30pm
  • City: Jerry Dammers’ Spatial A.K.A Orchestra in London
  • Venue: Barbican
  • Address: Silk Street, EC2Y 8DS
  • Venue phone: 020 7638 4141
  • Country: UK
  • Admission: £15 – 25
  • Notes: Featuring: Jason Yarde, Denys Baptiste, Larry Stabbins, Nathaniel Facey, Shabaka Hutchings, Terry Edwards (saxes), Finn Peters (flute), Robin Hopcraft (trumpet), Harry Brown (trombone), Anthony Joseph (vocals), Francine Luce (vocals), Alcyona Mick (piano), Roger Beaujolais (vibes), Larry Bartley (double bass), Patrick Illingworth (drums), Crispin “Spry” Robinson (percussion), Steve Gibson (percussion), Ollie Bayley (electric bass), Patrick Hatchett, Guy Clarke (guitars), Jerry Dammers (keyboards).
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Ana Moura at the Barbican – 31 October 2011

By on October 15, 2011
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Catch ’s newest shining light live at the on 31st October +  at Queens on 29th October Continue reading Ana Moura at the Barbican – 31 October 2011

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London Jazz Festival 2011 at Ronnie Scott’s

By on October 8, 2011
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In keeping with its own traditions and reflecting the ethos of the , Ronnie Scott’s presents a ten day diary of special collaborations, emerging talent and established stars from across the generations and continents, as well as the ubiquitous after-hours hang. Continue reading London Jazz Festival 2011 at Ronnie Scott’s

Chucho Valdes – Floridita, London (Live)

By on September 30, 2011
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Floridita has revived its policy and kicked it off with Cuban maestro . Diners get the views but giggers get the moves and the ambiance along the edges of this restaurant-based venue in bustling Soho. Continue reading Chucho Valdes – Floridita, London (Live)

5ive – Kaidi Tatham (Jazz Re:freshed)

By on September 20, 2011
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At five tracks ’5ive’, the second in a set of releases from the -based Re:freshed promoters/label, is woefully short but it is a timely reminder of the sheer talent of Mr Kaidi . Continue reading 5ive – Kaidi Tatham (Jazz Re:freshed)

Martyn – Masks / Viper

By on September 7, 2011
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When ’s Deviation returned to Cable, top of the ‘wants list’ to play was Brainfeeder’s Martyn with some cuts from his new album and here’s a preview couple on a single.

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Save our favourite labels

By on August 12, 2011
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Paul Bradshaw’s blog features a plea to everyone to help out labels like Brownswood, , Ninja Tunes and Warp after the Sony distribution centre was burned down in the recent riots. Buy a digital download from these labels while they get themselves back on track. Check out Ancienttofuture for some ideas.

Amira Kheir – Music between the spaces and places

By on August 10, 2011
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We spoke to Amira Kheir about life, origins, destinations and love. Her debut album View from Somewhere is a stunning set infused with many influences but anchored in the sounds and identity of her parents’ homeland .


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02 London Mela – Sunday 4 September 2011

By on August 9, 2011
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The 02 Mela – Europe’s largest outdoor – returns to , Ealing, on Sunday 4 September. Last year’s Mela attracted a record-breaking 92,000 people, and this year the festival is set to be even bigger and better than ever, with nine zones including The Main Stage, Mix Tent, Introducing, The Classical stage, Community & Kids zone, Outdoor arts and ‘In conversation with’, not to mention the food markets and funfair.

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