Another month over and yet another day of mixed weather….sun n showers outside the studio. Today was Armed Forces Day, and so we doff our cap to our Brave men & woman, and as per, played some great songs. Including two from The Stone Roses, on my Twofers as they were playing a massive reunion gig on Friday….
My Comedy show picks for this week……
Marcus Brigstocke: The Brig Society Edinburgh Preview 3rd July 2012 • Leicester Square Theatre
Marcus Brigstocke is promising no less than the total restructuring of every aspect of life in Britain, organised through the medium of jokes. How can you miss that? The Leicester Square Theatre seats around 420 people
Rich Hall’s Hoe Down – 4th – 12th July 2012 • Soho Theatre
You might have seen Rich Hall on comedy quiz shows like “QI”, but if you haven’t seen him on stage then you’re missing a treat. Now’s your chance to catch Rich with some of his musical mates in a late-night mix of music
Welsh comedian Rhod Gilbert – 5th – 7th July 2012 • Hammersmith Apollo
Welsh comedian Rhod Gilbert is starting to make a name for himself after a string of successful performances on the “Royal Variety Performance”, “Live At The Apollo”, and “Michael Mcintyre’s Comedy Roadshow”. Now he’s back.
My music pick for this week;
Sun 01 Jul |
Garbage – O2 Academy BrixtonNineties indie band fronted by fiercely intelligent Shirley Manson who provides the tortured and acerbic lyrics to the male musical backbone of Duke Erikson, Steve Marker and Butch Vig. |
Thu 05 Jul |
The Gossip – O2 Shepherd’s Bush EmpireFeminist punk band from Arkansas who have their backs against the wall. Beth Ditto is their highly charismatic front woman, whose thunderous soulful vocals will ensure that anyone attending a Gossip concert will be subject to an overwhelming punk experience. |
Fri 06 Jul |
Gruff Rhys – Royal Festival HallSuper Furry Animals front man Gruff Rhys showcases his latest psych-folk pop gems |
Sun 08 Jul |
Faith No More – HMV Hammersmith Apollo, LondonLegendary American rock-metal group from San Francisco who have reformed to play once again in front of their worldwide fanbase |