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Movie Review: Fifty Dead Men Walking can't be wrong Posted on 21-04-2009 02:36:00 PM (GMT +01:00) Published By gemma@thelondondailynews.com By Gemma Brosnan Fifty Dead Men Walking is the new political thriller inspired by Martin McGartland and Nicholas Davies's book, capturing the tension and character of Northern Ireland in the 1980’s. Directed by Kari Skogland with grit, precision and sensitivity, this widescreen story highlights the personal ...
All around Sloane Square - Barts Speakeasy Bar Posted on 20-04-2009 02:51:41 PM (GMT +01:00) Published By gemma@thelondondailynews.com By Gemma Brosnan A refreshing dose of Prohibition-inspired nostalgia is redefining the concept of unique, as the monied shun overstated shimmer and glitz and flock to South Kensington’s favourite hideaway. Barts may have exceptionally exclusive neighbours including Boujis, Chelsea Arts Club and The Harrington, but its ...
The Prodigy - Wembley Arena Posted on 17-04-2009 03:30:05 PM (GMT +01:00) Published By Gemma@thelondondailynews.com By Gemma Brosnan IT may have been over a decade since the Firestarters produced the infamous classic which turned them into a global phenomenon overnight, but The Prodigy proved last night they can still raise the roof when required. Creatively, there has been little of note over the ...
Bloc party scale London Olympia Posted on 16-04-2009 04:36:22 PM (GMT +01:00) Published By Gemma@thelondondailynews.com by Gemma Brosnan Bloc Party chose the London Olympia as the venue for their Easter special last week as they wrapped up their UK tour with a spectacular, memorable set. The Grand Hall provided a perfect warehouse themed backdrop with concrete and steel in abundance, evoking the ...
THEATRE – OLDER BUT NONE THE WISER Posted on 15-04-2009 03:40:06 AM (GMT +01:00) Published By GEMMA BROSNAN BY GEMMA BROSNAN SHE has been described as a real life ‘Jessica Rabbit’ with boundless energy, talent and charm, leaving most audiences breathless from both laughter and admiration. The Divine Miss Em’s latest creation, ‘Older But None The Wiser’ was brought to the ...
THEATRE – COOKING WITH ELVIS Posted on 14-04-2009 11:46:38 AM (GMT +01:00) Published By EMMA BROSNAN BY GEMMA BROSNAN COOKING WITH ELVIS may have started life off as a radio play, but this latest theatre production has proved a phenomenal comic hit, effortlessly balancing dark intelligence with relentless piercing humour. Lee Hall (‘Billy Elliot’, ‘The Pitmen Painters’) has produced ...
INTERVIEW WITH AMBASSADORS OF MOROCCO Posted on 13-04-2009 10:50:49 PM (GMT +01:00) Published By GEMMA BROSNAN BY GEMMA BROSNAN AMBASSADORS OF MOROCCO have already developed a cult following, defying genres and crossing boundaries with their unique brand of indie pop. Peppered with grunge, Brit-pop and rock with influences ranging from classical to funk, their fresh, bold sound and dynamic ...
INTERVIEW WITH SONS OF ALBION Posted on 11-04-2009 12:40:11 PM (GMT +01:00) Published By GEMMA BROSNAN BY GEMMA BROSNAN SONS OF ALBION are smashing all the stereotypes and changing the face of dark, hard rock with an imminent debut single creating much more than just a stir. Deliciously dark and dramatically intense, with a dangerously hypnotic stage presence, their ...
AN INTERVIEW WITH EASY STAR ALL-STARS Posted on 11-04-2009 11:53:47 AM (GMT +01:00) Published By GEMMA BROSNAN BY GEMMA BROSNAN WHEN it first emerged that Easy Star All-Stars were planning on tackling the greatest albums of all time, it was widely dismissed as a gimmick and seemed like a project destined for disaster. But New York’s finest reggae musicians did more ...
DECANDANCE STILL REINS AT CAFÉ DE PARIS Posted on 11-04-2009 11:50:43 AM (GMT +01:00) Published By GEMMA BROSNAN BY GEMMA BROSNAN CALUM BEST was amongst those who joined revellers at Café de Paris on Saturday night, cementing its celebrity credentials long into the early hours. The club has long been renowned for its dazzling glamour and dramatic opulence, providing vintage glam since ...