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SOULTASIA – The UK’s biggest touring Soul & Disco Spectacular comes to BRISTOL – Amphitheatre on The Waterfront today for a truly unmissable event… Featuring the biggest ever anthems from the biggest ever artists and a star-studded unmissable event celebrating the legacy of Soul & Disco featuring some of the world’s finest artists like Kenny […] The post Bristol Welcomes Soultasia appeared first…
*FROM DAVID BOWIE TO THE SPICE GIRLS: STAR-SIGNED MEMORABILIA HEADS TO $10 MILLION ENTERTAINMENT AUCTION* Propstore, one of the world’s leading entertainment memorabilia auction houses, will offer a selection of star-signed memorabilia as part of its Summer Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction, taking place August 26 – 29, 2026, in Los Angeles. The auction will offer more than […] The post David…
Last two touring members of the 60s group The Hollies, Tony Hicks and Bobby Elliott have announced their retirement following 63 years with the group… On their Facebook page they announced, “Due to health reasons, Tony has decided to step away from touring. Out of respect for Tony and everything they have shared throughout their […] The post Last Touring Hollies Members Call It A Day appeared…
Thompson Twins are widely regarded as one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s. Known for their unique fusion of pop, new wave, and synth-driven dance music, combined with an eclectic visual style, the band enjoyed consistent success in both the singles and albums charts throughout the decade on both sides of the Atlantic. […] The post It Felt Like A Revolutionary Act To Get Into Music – Tom…
Prince Buster’s “Blue Beat Hits” refer to the definitive early ska and rocksteady singles released on the legendary Blue Beat Label. Iconic releases such as “Al Capone,” “One Step Beyond,” and “Enjoy It (Enjoy Yourself)”— defined the sound of Jamaican music and heavily influenced the UK Mod and 2-Tone movements… These iconic single releases on […] The post Prince Buster Classics Out On Blue Beat…
Since it opened to the public in 2018 in the heart of Liverpool’s famous Matthew Street, the Beatles Museum has gone from strength to strength… By Ian Woolley The new things in the museum include John Lennon drawings from the ‘I Feel Fine’ music video, Stuart Sutcliffe paintings, a purple cloak from the Apple Boutique, […] The post Liverpool Beatles Museum Keeps On Growing appeared first on Beat…
A riser is one of the easiest elements to get wrong in beat production. If it’s too short it barely registers before the drop arrives and if it’s too long the listener checks out before the payoff lands. Producers who consistently nail this moment usually build their risers from layered whooshes sound effects rather than […] The post Building risers using whooshes in beat production appeared first…
“Paul came in and introduced himself. It was ridiculous, but it was so fantastic to meet him and to actually sing around the same mic,” recalls The Christians lead singer Garry Christian… By Ian Woolley The Christians debut album entered the album charts at number two and eventually went on to sell over a million […] The post The Day We Met McCartney – Garry Christian appeared first on Beat…
You’re staring at Ableton’s piano roll, dragging MIDI notes with the mouse. The chord progression sounds flat. The melody has no soul. Something essential is missing, and quantising harder only makes it worse. In bedrooms and studios across the UK, plenty of electronic producers know this frustration. A growing number have found an unexpected fix: […] The post From Electronic Music to Classical…
Formerly known as Miss Beehive, singer Mari Wilson wants to spread some good news and it just happens to be the title of her recent single… By Ian Woolley Taken from her upcoming new album, the first single release was ‘Good News’ – a catchy song which has picked up a lot of airplay. “I […] The post The Neasden Queen Of Soul – Mari Wilson appeared first on Beat Magazine .
Here’s what’s in our bumper-filled July issue… The eldest singing Nolan sister Anne graces our cover this month as she exclusively talks with THE BEAT about all things Nolan. Join ANNE, MAUREEN & DENISE NOLAN for an afternoon of story, song & lots of Nolan Natter! The ladies will be singing, answering your questions, and […] The post Our July Issue appeared first on Beat Magazine .
Meet former Iron Maiden frontman Paul Di’Anno – one of the most influential heavy metal vocalists you probably haven’t heard of – in a strikingly raw, intimate and inspiring feature documentary capturing the final years of the late rock pioneer and unwavering support of his devoted fans… Most have heard of Iron Maiden – one […] The post Paul Di’Anno…Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer appeared first on Beat…
Yell! ft Daniel James returns with Feel-Good Summer Anthem “Hands Up” has just been released… Following a successful run of spring performances across the UK, Daniel James has headed back into the studio with the newly reformed Yell! ft Daniel James to record a brand-new summer anthem celebrating the feelgood spirit surrounding England’s memorable World […] The post Former Yell! Singer Has The…
Reuniting for their first ever summer season in the resort since the 1980’s, join the Nolan’s at home in Blackpool! Join Anne, Maureen & Denise Nolan for an afternoon of story, song & lots of Nolan Natter! The ladies will be singing, answering your questions and talking about their life in and out of Show […] The post Nolan Sisters Return To Blackpool For An Intimate Show appeared first on Beat…
