What's on in Bournemouth, Hampshire

Gary Numan

Gary Numan was a pioneer in the early electronic scene, confounding the contemporary music press with his androgynous stage presence and signature technique of feeding synthesizer hooks through guitar effect pedals. His most famous single, "Cars", spent one week at number one in the UK, while "Down in the Park", while not a commercial success, remains a fan favourite and spawned more covers than any of his other efforts. Though Numan was quickly eclipsed by more ambitious acts such as Adam Ant and Depeche Mode, he remained an important influence for plenty of modern musicians. Numan took hi…

Essence of Ireland

Now with their biggest and most talented cast of Dancers, Singers, and Musicians, Essence of Ireland combines breathtaking dance routines with the very best of Irish music, a touch of Irish craic, all cleverly woven into a heart-warming tale. Anyone Irish or otherwise, cannot fail to be mesmerised by this truly amazing show.…

Following a six-year hiatus & a massive reunion with Genesis, Mike Rutherford has joined forces with one of the UK's most successful R&B acts Andrew Roachford & Canadian born singer & actor Tim Howar for a new generation of Mike & The Mechanics. Mike & The Mechanics formed in 1984, as a side project that would go onto sell over 10 million albums. The band scored hit with the tracks 'Silent Running', 'All I Need Is A Miracle', 'The Living Years' & 'Over My Shoulder'. Over the years Mike & The Mechanics has defined the chameleon nature of the group as the band return for 2011. Both co-wr…

Strictly Come Dancing

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Fresh off his NAACP Award for Best Jazz Album for Guitar Man, 10 time Grammy winner and legendary guitarist George Benson is bringing his jazzy style across the pond. A singer, songwriter, composer and guitarist of unparalled skill and talent, George Benson is not to be missed by jazz enthusiasts. Benson, who began playing soul jazz with Jack McDuff in the 60's, has been known to alternate between pop, jazz, and R&B as well as dabbling on Broadway. In his over four decade career, he has recorded 35 studio albums; six live albums as well as three music DVD's. No stranger to the jazz communi…

Blink 182

After being in indefinite hiatus for quite some time, this American rock band is so back! Yes! Blink 182's Tom DeLonge, Travis Barker, and Mark Hoppus have decided to play music again together. Since their last appearance onstage in December 2004, the band have reformed. With their exceptional musical style and original songs-- with occasional lyrical toilet humor, Blink 182 fans are undoubtedly excited to hear and watch them play music together again on the stage. Playing new songs from their album entitled ‘Neighborhoods,’ which was released in September last year, Blink 182 is going to m…

Noel Gallagher is an English musician and singer songwriter famous for his backing vocals and song writing for the band Oasis, which was formed with his brother Liam Gallagher in 1991. Noel’s time with Oasis had always been turbulent especially during the Britpop scene in the 90’s. In 2009 just before a gig, a fight began between the brothers and Liam was reported to have broken Noel’s guitar and stormed off. This concert and their European tour was cancelled and a statement was released saying the “band doesn’t exist anymore”. Noel has now formed a new band called Noel Gallagher’s High Flying…

John Bishop

Scouse comedian John Bishop was named best newcomer by BBC Radio Merseyside, winning the North West Comedy award for best stand-up in 2004. Since then he has been nominated for the Edinburgh Comedy Award. His material is drawn mainly from life's experiences, from being a father to cycling around the globe, to playing semi-pro football and working as a night club bouncer.…

Benjamin Francis Leftwich

Many people have heard of the song writer Benjamin Francis Leftwich, but few understand that he was introduced to music through classic rock. Some of his idols include the Rolling Stones and Nina Simone, such groups went on to cause the performer to take a decidedly more classic slant in his composition. This is not to say that he "re-hashes" his work, no in fact he is rather revolutionary. He is a relatively new artist on the scene with his debut album Last Smoke Before the Snowstorm coming out in 2011. There is no end to what Benjamin Francis Leftwich may do in the next couple years, but…

Maverick Sabre

Hackney-borne and New Ross native Maverick Sabre got his start in the music industry in 2008, alongside Irish rappers Terawrizt and Nu-Centz on their "Sense the Terror" album. The 21-year-old rapper then went on to perform and collaborate alongside such artists as Jermicide, Danny Diggs, Professor Green, and Chase & Status. His collaboration with Professor Green on "Jungle", debuted at number 34 on the UK Singles Chart. Sabre's debut mixtape, "The Traveling Man", featured fellow rapper Wretch 32. His blending of rap and folk music styles, along with his haunting and soulful vocals, helped his …