The xx – Queen Elizabeth Theatre – May 24, 2013 On a night with multiple shows happening around town The xx show at the Queen E certainly had a lot of buzz around it. The British trio arrived onstage, in their usual dark attire, like shadows emerging from a brilliant blaze of lights. The stage…
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Jessie Ware brings Devotion to Vancouver
Jessie Ware – Commodore Ballroom – April 8, 2013 British singer-songwriter Jessie Ware made her Vancouver debut on Monday night. The multi-award nominated performer was touring in support of her 2012 debut album “Devotion”. While this was her second time performing in Vancouver, having been a backing singer for Jack Penate on a previous tour,…
English Country Pub vs London City Pub
Everyone visiting the United Kingdom should have experience the classic British Pub. Having just returned from a visit to London and visiting other friends out in the country it was interesting to note that there is two versions of the pub. The traditional English country side village pub and the more upscale London city neighbourhood…
Kasabian – Velocirap-Tour
Kasabian – Vogue Theatre – 09Apr12 Touring in support of their 2011 released album, Velociraptor, Leicester based Kasabian hit the stage at Vancouver’s Vogue Theatre. In a blaze of light, the veteran performers showed their skills to a packed house of very dedicated and enthusiastic fans. Performing hits from all four of their albums ,…
Scars On 45
Scars On 45 -February 26, 2012 – The Orpheum Opening for The Fray, British band Scars On 45 impressed the early audience at The Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver. Great melodic music and easy chat with the audience won over the crowd, as did some great covers, a mix of Dreams intertwined with their single “Give…
Brit Awards 2012
The best and brightest of the British music scene came together to celebrate the year’s achievement in music at the Brit Awards 2012. Hosted by comedian James Corden at London’s O2 Arena, the ceremony included performances by Coldplay, Jesse J, Adele, Ed Sheeran, Florence & the Machine, Noel Gallagher, Bruno Mars and Rihanna. Tributes were…
BAFTA Film Awards 2012
Sunday night the British Academy of Film & Television Arts (BAFTA) presented the 65th British Academy Film Awards in London. Hosted by Stephen Fry, the awards are the British equivalent to The Oscars and perhaps the next most prestigious. BAFTAs are presented in British and International categories and include some unique accolades like Academy Fellowship…