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With all seating tickets sold out for the hotly anticipated first Wainwright/McGarrigle Family Christmas concert in London, ‘A Not So Silent Night’ – a limited number of exclusive charity VIP Packages have been released.

Rob Da Bank presents: Sunday Best Showcase, White Heat @ Madame Jojo’s, Tuesday 1st December, 2009

Radio 1’s Rob Da Bank and Sunday Best Recordings give us a taste of some of the exciting projects they have lined up for your pleasure next year!

The Temper Trap Announce XFM Winter Wonderland Appearance

To top off a stellar year that has seen them invade the charts with summer anthem “Sweet Disposition” and embark on a sell-out UK tour, The Temper Trap join forces with XFM to celebrate Christmas in a very speical way.

Last night, Sunday November 1, 2009, we attended the 7th annual Urban Music Awards (UMA) at the Bloomsbury Theatre in London.

Dave and I made our way to London via the Oxford Tube bus which is convenient and not too pricey. We were somewhat entertained by strangers Charlie and his mates, sitting behind us.

White Rabbits Announce London Show – Water Rats, November 18th

New York six-piece, White Rabbits make their much anticipated return for a must-see gig at Water Rats, November 18th, to light the fuse on the impending release of their hotly awaited new album, ‘It’s Frightening’ (January 25, 2010).

A Star Shines On TV… Camilla Kerslake Filmed GMTV Appearance With Gary Barlow This Friday

21-year-old Camilla Kerslake begins her small screen charge THIS Friday, October 30th, with her television appearance on GMTV in a filmed studio piece with Gary Barlow, which is immediately followed by a live performance in the GMTV studio on Monday (November 2nd).

Great news for the Wildhearts faithful out there!

The Wildhearts announce special Christmas shows + special birthday show for Ginger!

Deadwax are quickly becoming south west London’s hottest rock and roll outfit.

Deadwax have a sound mixing old and new whilst retaining their own modern identity. Influenced by The Beatles, Supergrass, Oasis, BRMC, 2009 is set to be a great year for Deadwax.

Fans and Media are invited to: The Saw Doctors Acoustic Performance and Signing at Borders, 120 Charing Cross Road, London on Tuesday 27th October, 2009 @ 6.30pm.

Ireland’s best loved rock band celebrates the release of their new album To Win Just Once: The Best of the Saw Doctors with an intimate acoustic appearance and signing.

Natalie Merchant announces new album and UK performances

Natalie Merchant will give her first UK performance in over seven years on Monday November 16, 2009 at Conway Hall in London. The date – an evening with Natalie Merchant – will showcase material from her forthcoming Nonesuch album release, as well as selections from her celebrated 28-year career.

Thursday night on the Cowley Road, Oxford. It’s drizzly outside but warm in the O2 Academy, and as we enter we’re greeted by a steward who informs us of the forthcoming entertainment and hopes we enjoy the evening. So for some ale and to find a good spot to stand to see Little Comets.

Stylusboy is a singer-songwriter from Coventry playing melodic, delicate songs that warm the heart. Think Aqualung, Damien Rice, Badly Drawn Boy or maybe Elbow.

‘Fingerprint EP’ is Stylusboy’s debut release which he recorded and produced himself, with the help a few friends.

White Rhino’s eponymous debut album, which was recorded at Stinson Studios in Austin, Texas, features 38 minutes of gritty vocals ploughing through psyched out guitar riffs and pummeling drums.

Love Grenades NYC debut at CMJ October 22, 23, 24, 2009

Sam Sparro’s proteges the Love Grenades are everywhere: ENTOURAGE, CHUCK, KXLU, Lobster Fest, Sunset Junction, European festivals, Los Angeles and this October, CMJ and New York City.

Released on JDub Records, November 3, 2009

Girls In Trouble celebrate the release of their self-titled debut at New York’s Joe’s Pub November 2nd and Public Assembly November 11th with friends Franz Nicholay, Pepi Ginsburg and more.