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A Fistful of Fandango at 229. September 2nd - September 6th.
26/08/2008
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A Fistful of Fandango at 229. September 2nd - September 6th.

Get Loaded in The Park! Clapham Common! August 24th!
11/08/2008
One of the finest one day festivals to grace our green and pleasant pastures, or, um, Clapham Common, Get Loaded in The Park returns on August 24th. With the final line-up announced, we present you with a short and sweet run-down. Iggy and The Stooges – yes, the Iggy and The Stooges will headline the main stage, with artists including Brit-pop middleweights Supergrass, Gogol Bordello, The Hives and Plastic Little also confirmed. Noah and The Whale are the final act to join the main stage. In keeping with Get Loaded’s annual tradition of promoting beyond minor, below major, soon to be massive talent, big things are expected of the folk-rockers this year. As if that wasn’t enough to give you semi or wide-on, legendary beatbox champion, Beardyman, will host the main stage. Of the three other areas, the XFM Stage will welcome artists including Kate Nash, Reverend and The Makers, Wiley, and Midnight Juggernauts; whilst highlights on the Together/Time Out ‘Dance Stage’ include the formidable talents of Gossip, Metronomy, Streetlife DJs, Soulwax and a Mylo DJ set. Finally, celebrating their 10th Anniversary, Finger Lickin’ Records will play host to luminaries including Krafty Kuts, Utah Saints, Plump DJs, DJ Yoda, and Soul of Man. Oh, and in order to make the one day festival an all-nighter, Get Loaded has revealed details of their after party: Get Loaded in The Dark. See what they did there? Original party beast, Bez, will be DJing a mere walk away from the festival at the Clapham Grand, as will Reverend and The Makers front man Jon McClure. Among those joining the pair, will be DJYoda, Streetlife DJs, and Beardyman. As an added incentive, Get Loaded have teamed-up with Manchester fashion brand Gio-Goi, offering the first 50 people through the door a limited edition 'Get Loaded Gio-Goi’ t-shirt. For further information, including the full line-up and ticket details, visit the Get Loaded website .
Get Loaded in The Park! Clapham Common! August 24th!
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Lost Vagueness and BE Present: Lost in Camden! 19th July!
16/07/2008
Festival fave Lost Vagueness has teamed up with Camden scene-setters ‘Be Present’ for a brand new mini-festival type shindig: ‘Lost in Camden’. To cut to the chase; it’s like the Stones’ Rock n’ Roll Circus; minus the Stones; with a tad less rock; and with all the fun of the carnival spread across three different venues. In other words, it’s pretty bloody splendid. The first venue, Proud, will be transformed into a classic 1950s diner; kind of like that scene on Pulp Fiction where John Travolta and Uma Thurman win that dance competition. You know; before Thurman ODs because she thinks Travolta’s stash of smack is blow and snorts it all? Proud will be minus the smack and blow… Obviously. Which is great. Anyway, those who visit Proud will witness a host of vaudeville acts, with highlights including The Great Voltini and Nurse Electra. The clue’s in the name: they’re an electrocution act with fans including, um, Graham Norton. Dangerous Dolly will also be performing. She’s an amazing aerial performer who wears next to nothing. Basically, she’s amazing. Also on the bill: ‘Be’ DJs Bioux and David H will be spinning their yarn; joined by a very “hush hush” special celebrity who lives in Camden. Finally, as an added bonus, you’ll be able to get a full makeover in the ‘Lost Vagueness Changing Rooms’ by “super stylists” bubbles and squeak. Oh, and another “hush hush” special guest. This time a stylist… Second venue, The Monarch, will be hosting a special guest vaudevillian suite, full to the brim with performance artistes. Exciting, huh? Those in attendance are invited to try their hand at the Lost Luck Casino, whilst three “hush hush” headline bands will perform. ‘Be’ host, Miss Vicky Butterfly - part-burlesque, part-musician, part-macabre (quite-beautiful) – will perform with a special guest; whilst Lost Vagueness familiars ‘Can Can Boheme’ will make the trip and ‘Push Me Pull You’ will spin their shizzle on zee decks. Final venue, The Enterprise, will welcome cabaret act Chrysalis. Hailing from the infamous Coney Island sideshow, New York, Chrysalis is a one man Jackass who does the unspeakable with broken glass, screwdrivers, animal traps, and elephants… Okay, we made the last one up. Musical comedian Des O’Connor, not to be confused with the cheesy bloke who perves over Carole Vorderman, will also entertain; whilst the “suicidal tones” of Delores Miel, accompanied by pianist Miss Lily Farling, will have all and sundry weeping into their pints… Hopefully with joy. On top of this, two very “hush hush” headline bands will be performing; and Lost Vagueness regulate, Tiny, will be supplying a good ol’ fashion knees-up with a blend of Balkan beats, gypsy swing, and classic tunage (sic). Phew… So that’s that then. Those attending are invited to dress-up for the occasion in classic vaudevillian attire. A wrist-band entitling entrance to all three venues will cost a mere £13 (adv). For £13 you could buy 13 cans of Red Stripe in the shop next door to Notion Towers. This is by no means a good thing. We only buy 13 cans of Red Stripe from the shop next door when we’re (A), really snowed under, or (B), feeling darn right miserable… We like to put £13 to a positive use at least once a week. For more information on Lost in Camden, click here . For tickets, click here .
Lost Vagueness and BE Present: Lost in Camden! 19th July!
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Okay, it's not a gig, but... Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling at The Roundhouse!
24/06/2008
There’s something about grown men clad in spandex-leotards and masks like characters from an 80s ‘Slasher’ B-Movie, that gets me all hot and tingly inside. Synonymous as one of Camden’s top music venues, The Roundhouse is now opening its doors to a whole new level of entertainment; it’s going all Mexican, and we’re not talking handlebar moustaches, ponchos and sombreros – a rendition of the Okay Kerole on a little guitar like the ones you get from Argos. Nope, we’re talking the Lucha Libre London, or Mexican free (style) Wrestling as it’s commonly known. The Lucha Libre has grown quite a cult following, due less in part to the Jack Black comedy ‘Nacho Libre’, and more to do with the acrobatic skills of the fighters. Unlike the likes of Giant Haystacks and Big Daddy, the Luchadores (free style wrestlers) can run a metre without getting heart-palpitations and a yearning desire for a "pint of stout and a packet of pig-snacks". Put simply: To see the Luchadores is to believe... Corny; but true. The Luchadores are split into two groups; kind of like the wrestling of yore, you’ve got your good guys and your damn-right bad. The good chaps, or ‘tecnico’ Luchadores, are the far more technical (surprise, surprise) of the two; they’re the ones that leave you gawping at their high-flying skills as opposed to tree-trunk thighs and arms like pork-joints. The bad guys look like they could tear you apart with a pinch of their fingers, and are a far less cultured, villainous and aggressive beast… There are even women fighters and dwarves and stuff, so it’s a pretty eclectic affair; not to mention jolly good fun. The Roundhouse will be going full-throttle, with ringside and balcony seats for spectators, standing areas and VIP sections. In a nut-shell, the venue will be turned into a live Luchadore arena, with four different events taking place over a three-day period. As if that wasn’t authentic enough, there’s also going to be Mexican drinks and food (think Old el Paso) to chug down and tuck into. Oh, and with it being The Roundhouse, there’s also going to be a Mexican DJ playing authentic tunes; this on top of the live-show relay and animations introducing the combatants… And what a fine and dandy bunch they are. El Hijo del Santo, donned the “greatest living Luchadore” and the son of the greatest Luchadore in living history, El Santo, will be performing. Imaginatively nicknamed ‘The Man in the Silver Mask’, El Hijo’s signature moves include a flying head-butt; so famous is El Hijo in his homeland that they paid homage to him on a postal stamp. Star of Cartoon Network's Lucha Libre cartoon 'Mucha Lucha', Blue Demon Jr. will also be showcasing death-defying acrobatic skills. Nicknames are clearly the Mexicans’ weak point, as the Blue Demon is known as ‘The Son of the Blue Legend’; which is a bit like David Bowie being referred to as ‘The Son of Hayton Stenton Jones’. But perhaps the most exciting of the Luchadores descending on The Roundhouse is the man-mountain: Ramses. Sure, he had his arse-kicked by Jack Black in the 'Nacho Libre' film, but he’s actually a much-feared and much-revered opponent. There’s also going to be a camp Luchadore called Cassandro, whose signature move is a kiss, which apparently leaves his opponents incapacitated; and yes, he does look like a woman… And if that doesn't sound like your cup of tea, you should probably hop on down for a Mocha and a Croissant and a little Biscotti like the pansy you are! GRRRRR! Lucha Libre London The Roundhouse Chalk Farm Road Camden , London NW1 8EH Friday July 4th: 7pm Saturday July 5th: 2pm and 7pm Sunday July 6th: 7pm www.luchalibrelondon.com
Okay, it's not a gig, but... Lucha Libre Mexican Wrestling at The Roundhouse!
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New Generation Arts Festival with Julian Lloyd Webber! Birmingham! From June 5th!
29/05/2008
Gigs were light and open two-wheeled carriages drawn by horses back in the early 1900’s. Hell, I’m no historian, so gigs were probably being used before then. All I know is that when musicians were moved along by the authorities for playing in the streets (loitering) they’d hop onto a horse-drawn gig and perform as it moved along. Hence how the modern ‘gig’ obtained its name. I learnt this on Countdown. Thing is, a gig doesn’t necessarily have to be reserved for music; it could relate to any of the arts; at least in our book anyway. The point of this wee history lesson? To explain why Planet Notion is reporting on Birmingham’s New Generation Arts Festival (NGAF), a showcase of the brightest graduating talent in the arts world today. The subject of this years NGAF is Digital Utopia; the exploration of digital outlets and themes broadcast live via renowned talent and greats of the future. Organised by Birmingham City University with support from Arts Council England, the NGAF celebrates youth, diversity and the rise of digital culture. The festival has had staunch support from a host of celebrities in the past, including comedian Frank Skinner, model Erin O’Connor, and artist Anthony Gormley (he built the Angel of the North). All in all there’s going to be over 35 performances and exhibitions. One of the most exciting will be a collaboration breaking the boundaries between music and art. Oh yes, launching the festival will be none other than… Julian Lloyd Webber! Julian is one of the greatest cello players in the world and has worked with the likes of Elton John and legendary conductor Georg Solti. You may know Julian as the son of famous composer William Lloyd Webber and brother (blessed with looks) of theatre composer Andrew Lloyd Webber. Julian is in collaboration with award-winning composers Michael Wolters and Marcus Dross on the ‘And Now, The News’ project – with renowned digital artist Jane Prophet, curator Mona Casey, and VJ/DJ collective Project X Presents, who blend music and visual performance with a difference, all showcasing their talents at the festival. And that’s not all… In collaboration with ‘New Guide To Opera’ composers Michael Wolters and Marcus Dross, Julian and his merry men will match every aspect of BBC4 World News with an original and improvised soundtrack. As Michael Wolters explains: “The emotional situations created in news stories are diverse and complex. In our project we will reflect the ambiguity of emotions and offer a complete musical response which will come face to face with the sobriety of the news.” Basically, the news will be put into the emotional context of the audience via music. Which is great. There’s also going to be a debate, aptly named (drum roll please) The Big Debate, chaired by the BBC’s respected technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones. Rory will be exploring the age-old question: Does the digital revolution equal ‘More Power or More Powerless’? Well, 'More Power' for Rory obviously, because he’s chairing a debate on the subject… One of the centrepieces of the festival will be a Mobile Phone Portraiture, where the Birmingham public are asked to send-in mobile phone pictures of “Life in Birmingham”. The photos will be exhibited on BBC Big Screens across the city, with commuters encouraged to submit ideas and responses via text message. These messages will then be made into a storyboard by a network of writers. Of course, the hidden dangers about this kind of thing are photographs being submitted of testicles, bums, and floaters in toilets… Hopefully the Mobile Phone Portraiture will prove a more controlled affair. The NGAF is one of the largest showcases of graduate talent in Europe. All in all there’ll be 16 days of digital art based events. For a full-listing of events and to purchase tickets visit www.newgenerationarts.co.uk
New Generation Arts Festival with Julian Lloyd Webber! Birmingham! From June 5th!
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THE INSOMNIACS BALL: London's biggest annual one-night Indie extravaganza! May 31st
27/05/2008
Once again London plays host to the largest indoor Indie extravaganza of the year. Yes, The Insomniacs Ball returns on Saturday (May 31st) for its fifth instalment, and it’s a far larger beast than previous incarnations; albeit a friendly beast. Not the kind that snarls viciously and crunches your hand like a bear-trap on a watermelon for petting its head and cooing “Who’s a pretty boy then?” The Insomniacs Ball is kind of like a one-night festival - only really cheap to get into and with special offers on drinks before 11pm - which is always music to our ears. Taking place at SeOne, beneath the vaulted arches of London Bridge, the night offers an eclectic mix of bands and artists hand-wrapped into a (not-so) delicate package of music and debauchery. (NOTE: Planet Notion does NOT condone debauchery. We just enjoy it.) The night will be split into five arenas, each showcasing an array of musical talent, visuals and performance. These include The Insomniacs Stage (Live Room), Clash Magazine (VIP) and the Lizard Lounge (Chill Out). Two new additions for 2008 will be The Club Room, an arena hosted by London’s infamous club promoters Adventure’s Close To Home (ACTH), and the ‘Be@Insomniacs’ arena, hosted by avant-garde club promoters Be. Like a kid given free-rein in the Woolie’s Pic‘n’Mix department, ACTH have picked some of the finest talents in club land. French fashionista and crunk/trance DJ ‘DJ Orgasmic’, ghetto-ravers Radioclit – who recently had Notion’s ‘Stand and Point’ a-shaking, remix maestro Riton, Parisian princess Missy Rabbit, and the resident DJs will all be representing ACTH at SeOne. BANGIN’! Be@Insomniacs will be putting on a show of walking burlesque, fire-breathing and performance acts, backed by renowned DJs from the successful French label Kitsune. London’s very own Punks Jump Up will be spinning pop-tinged beats, remixes and grooves alongside the electro, post-punk of the Lovely Jonjo, and the "SICK" sounds of resident 'Be' DJ, David H. DOUBLE BANGIN’! Add to this eclectic mix the likes of Joe Lean and the Jing Jang Jong, the bass-driven, post-hardcore, electro of The Ghost Frequency, The Dead Kids, and a whole host of other acts and DJs, and you’ve got yourself one hell of a night… Hmmm… They don’t call it The Insomniacs Ball for nothing. Sleep’s going to be bottom of the agenda. Welcome to My World! The Insomniacs Ball Saturday May 31st 2008 9pm – 6am SeOne, Great Western Street, London Bridge, London Tickets: £9.50 (adv) Queue Jump Tickets Also Available! www.myspace.com/insomniacsball www.ticketweb.co.uk/ FREE drink available for EVERY drink before 11pm (Excludes Champagne)
THE INSOMNIACS BALL: London's biggest annual one-night Indie extravaganza! May 31st
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Morcheeba set for nationwide Summer tour and festival dates!
21/05/2008
Usually on Future Gigs we talk about a specific event and go into long, drawn-out (but thoroughly enjoyable) details on the different bands that are playing. This time we’re doing things a little differently and talking about a specific band who are touring the country. Why? Because we can. And because it’s Morcheeba. And we like them… A lot. The Godfrey brothers, DJ Paul and multi-instrumentalist Ross, are releasing a new single and album, and this naturally means they’re touring the country and playing a fair few festivals. The story of Morcheeba is an interesting one. The Godfrey’s have been through a large number of female vocalists, most noticeably Skye Edwards, who they split from after eight years in order to move in different musical directions - despite the songstress featuring on their best-selling album 'Fragments of Freedom'. Since then Morcheeba have seen the similarly soulful Daisy Martey of ‘Noonday Underground’ come and go, consistently keeping their early down-tempo, 90s trip-hop beats throughout the changes whilst expanding their sound for the new millennia. Upcoming album ‘Dive Deep’ (released May 26th), has seen the introduction of several guest-vocalists, including American rapper Cool Palm Pete, Judie Tzuke, and French singer Manda. The bittersweet songstress contacted the Godfrey brothers on MySpace, and as well as lending vocals to new single Gained The World, was recently announced as the singer to accompany Morcheeba on their upcoming tour... Details below! June Fri 06, Edinburgh Liquid Rooms, £20.00 Sat 07, Gateshead Sage Gateshead, £19.50 Sun 08, Manchester Lowry, £18.50 Tue 10, Dublin Academy, €35.50 Fri 13, Oxford Academy, £18.50 Sat 14, London, Shepherds Bush Empire, £22.50 Tue 17, Bristol Academy , £18.50 July Sun 27, East Anglia, Secret Garden Party, £125 (4 day ticket) August Fri 8, Cornwall, Rip Curl Boardmasters, £29.99 (day ticket) Fri 29, Birmingham, Moseley Folk Festival, £15 Sat 30, Yorkshire, The Magic Loungeabout, £78 Tickets are available from 0871 2200260 or www.gigsandtours.com For further information on Morcheeba visit their MySpace
Morcheeba set for nationwide Summer tour and festival dates!
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