Lindisfarne & Rod Clements
In 2024, the esteemed folk-rock group Lindisfarne embarks on a UK tour, marking 60 performances that include shows at O2 Academy venues in Bournemouth, Leicester, and London's Shepherd's Bush.
Known for classics like "Run For Home", "Meet Me On The Corner", and "Lady Eleanor", Lindisfarne, under the guidance of founding member Rod Clements, continues to captivate audiences more than five decades since their inception in the north east of England.
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Rod Clements comments, “As long as people keep returning to our shows, we'll keep performing. We're excited to be performing at O2 Academy theatres for the first time in 2024.” This tour aligns with new releases celebrating the band’s legacy and that of founding member Alan Hull.
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History of Lindisfarne
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Lindisfarne’s history is rich with hits that have become staples in British music culture, including "Meet Me On The Corner", "Lady Eleanor", "Run For Home", and "Fog On The Tyne". These songs have contributed to the band's lasting impact since their formation in 1970 by Alan Hull and Rod Clements.
Lindisfarne is credited with a distinctive sound that merges acoustic and electric elements, which played a crucial role in their successful albums and live performances.
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Their 1972 album ‘Fog On The Tyne’ was the UK's best-selling album of the year, thanks in part to the hit "Meet Me On The Corner" penned by Clements. Their influence continued with subsequent albums and their reputation as live performers solidified their status as festival and concert favorites.
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The current Lindisfarne lineup features Rod Clements, Steve Daggett, Paul Smith, Ian Thomson, and Dave Hull-Denholm, showcasing a mix of original and longstanding members. They promise a tour filled with their globally recognized songs, delivered with the unique energy that has defined their live shows since the 1970s.
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The Eves
The Scottish pop duo 'The Eves', consisting of Caroline Gilmour and Marissa Keltie, stands out in the UK music scene with their engaging, melody-driven pop music.
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Their recent singles, 'Big Love' and 'Brand New Day' have garnered significant attention from both the media and radio platforms. Notably, 'Big Love' was chosen as the official anthem for the Scottish Women’s Football 2022/2023 League Season.
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'Brand New Day' achieved remarkable success, being featured for five weeks on the BBC Radio 2 playlist. It ascended to No. 6 on the iTunes pop charts and No. 15 on the main download chart, also breaking into the top 65 on the UK Official Charts download single charts. Additionally, the song was included in an episode of The Kardashians in 2022.
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The duo's performance history is impressive, including opening acts for Belinda Carlisle, live sessions on BBC Radio Scotland, opening for The Shires, tours with Skerryvore and Horse, and performances at notable events like TRNSMT and the BT Murrayfield Stadium for the Guinness Six Nations Rugby in 2023.
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Ahoy there! A wee reminder we are performing at ButeFest this year on Sunday 28th July! Can’t wait!
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The Eves YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheEves
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Links to socials:
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Official Website theeves.co.uk
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Spotify open.spotify.com/artist/4mOeKBVAe6zmcT4MnqcPq8?si=qFvmSiDZQNWxaYCtYHstFg
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Instagram instagram.com/theevesmusicuk
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Facebook facebook.com/theevesmusic
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Twitter twitter.com/theevesmusic
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Tik Tok tiktok.com/@theevesmusic
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Bandcamp bandcamp.com/recommended/theevesmusicuk
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Soundcloud soundcloud.com/the-eves-667719698
Sean Smith
Artist. 1/2 of @thexfactor finalists Same Difference. Sean Smith's new song out: 'Feels Like Forever'
Multi-talented guy
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Links
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Twitter twitter.com/seansmithsolo
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Instagram instagram.com/seansmithsolo
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Facebook facebook.com/seansmithsolo
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Website seansmithsolo.co.uk
Katrina Leskanich
Katrina Leskanich, originally from the US, was heavily influenced by the West Coast sound, Motown, and girl groups like The Shangri-Las and The Shirelles. She relocated to the UK in 1976, where she established the band "Katrina and the Waves."
Their initial surge in popularity came when The Bangles covered their track "Going Down To Liverpool."
The band's global breakthrough was with "Walking on Sunshine" in 1985, which led to a Grammy nomination and a series of hits both in the US and the UK, alongside extensive international tours. In 1997, their song "Love Shine A Light" secured a victory at the Eurovision Song Contest by a record-breaking margin, which was followed by four appearances on Top of the Pops.
Following the dissolution of Katrina & the Waves, Katrina released two solo albums, titled 'Blisland' and 'Hearts, Loves, and Baby's.'
Rozalla!
Rozalla, a Zambian dance music artist, gained fame for her 1991 hit "Everybody's Free (To Feel Good)", a track that achieved significant success and underwent numerous remixes and re-releases.
Her career reached a notable peak in 1992 when she opened for Michael Jackson during his tour, showcasing her talent on a global stage.
In 2015, Rozalla made a remarkable comeback to the Top 10 of the Billboard Club Dance Charts with "If You Say It Again", marking her first return to the top ranks since 1994.
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She is a lovely lady to chat with and I have been very lucky to have interviewed her now 3 times over the last 4 years!
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Find Rozalla on YouTube: Rozalla - Official
@rozallaofficial1651
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Find Rozalla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozallab
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Rozalla's Official Channel, featuring her best-known hits and introducing brand new music.
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website: www.rozallaofficial.com
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Download her tracks on Spotify