Do you have your ticket for the ultimate pop glam band of the 70s yet?

If not, then don’t delay any longer as this may be the last chance you’ll ever get to re-live up close and personal the nostalgic experience of one of the few, if not the only, virtually all original 70s chart bands that are fast becoming an endangered species! 70s hit makers The Rubettes featuring Alan Williams, the original vocalist and guitarist, John Richardson and Mick Clarke, also both 70s originals on drums and bass guitar respectively, complete this Rubettes line up with Steve Innes Etherington on Keyboards and guitar and will be touring the U.K. for only the second time since they first took the world by storm when their number one hit ‘Sugar Baby Love’ topped the charts selling over 10 million copies. With the ever increasing continuing demise of our 60s and 70s pop heroes, this is a chance not to be missed. Pop history waits for no person and ‘tributes’ aside, there really is nothing like the real thing. The upcoming ‘An Evening With’ Tour visits 55 theatre venues throughout England, Scotland and Wales and promises something entirely different to a usual concert experience.

All the hits, of which there are many, will naturally be featured plus a selection of songs that hold special significance to the band members before and during the success years together with some album tracks that they have never before performed live. All this, interspersed  with recollections and often hilarious anecdotes surrounding the early years, including the real reason the ‘caps’ were adopted and what ‘Showaddywaddy’ and another famous American band had to do with the Rubettes’ success, make it the 70s show of 2016 that you won’t want to miss.

As tribute bands are steadily replacing their original counterparts in perpetuating Rock’n’Roll legends, the authenticity of the Rubettes featuring Alan, John and Mick is unique. Most of the original band members who actually played and sang on such 70s hit classics as ‘Sugar Baby Love’, ‘Tonight’, ‘Juke Box Jive’, ‘Baby I know’ and many more are still there in the band which means the songs don’t just sound the same but they are the same. It makes the whole concept of time travelling to the heyday of 70’s pop music an imminent possibility.

Links:

http://www.rubettes.com/

http://www.rubettesfeaturingalanwilliams.com/

https://www.facebook.com/The-Rubettes-featuring-Alan-Williams

TOUR DATES:

http://www.rubettesfeaturingalanwilliams.com/tour-info/

After having been a massive success in 2015 the first 100 super early bird tickets for 2016 are already on sale at an extraordinary price of only £20 for the whole weekend and a very affordable £9 per head a night for accommodation –don’t miss out and grab yours now!

Having grown over the years, Ilfracombe Rocks will accommodate up to 1500 music lovers this November. The three-day event is held from 4^th-6^th November 2016. Brought to life by iconic radio presenter DJ John Forster, known for hosting the number one unsigned rock music show on the net called ‘Dr. John’s Unsigned Rock Surgery’ on Rockbandom Radio, this event is a true gem for admirers of handmade sonic bliss. Located in John Fowler’s Holiday Park in Devon the annual celebration of gritty guitars and amplified solos is a perfect way to spend a rock’n’roll weekend not only for hardcore bikers in leather jackets, but for the whole family!

This year’s headliners are some of the most excellent tribute bands in the scene. Thunderstruck, The ZZtops and Higher on Maiden will be bringing back the days of rock revolution. While there’s certainly a whiff of nostalgia in the air, the festival is also host to some of Europe’s finest new unsigned rock bands. This is a brilliant way to get to listen to potential stars on the rise and the stadium fillers of tomorrow!

Dr. John’s motto is simple – the DJ wants to promote good quality music and says: “the unsigned scene is possibly the most under-listened aspect of rock music. In many cases it is far superior to the mainstream and more honest. Many of them don’t get anywhere near the airplay and exposure they deserve.” That is why he decided to extend his work at the radio and give emerging artists an additional platform to get heard.

To get your super early bird ticket for the whole weekend just go to http://www.drjohnsunsignedrocksurgery.co.uk/the-surgery-live-2016/ !

To include accommodation please pay additionally:

One 4-bed-room per night: £36 for one person (£9 per head if four people share, £12 per head if three people share, £18 per head for two people)

Accomodation for the whole Weekend: £72 for one person per room(£18 per head if four people share, £24 per head if three people share, £36 for two people)

LINKS:

https://www.facebook.com/ilfracomberocksa2016/?fref=ts

www.facebook.com/DrJohnsUnsignedRockSurgery/

http://www.drjohnsunsignedrocksurgery.co.uk/

http://www.drjohnsunsignedrocksurgery.co.uk/the-surgery-live-2016/

A platform for unsigned artists to perform and compete in a structured environment by uploading a music video/track. Encompassing a competition dynamic for all acts involved, the artists who perform best regionally will then be invited to participate in a national event in 2016 with a range of prizes to be allocated for the winners, with up to and beyond £5000 going to first place!

If this was not exciting enough the TOP 3 artists nationally will win cash prizes and also relevant prizes essential to help acts grow from recording, manufacturing and distribution through to promotion, full details will be available from December onwards at www.amplifytheanthems.com

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https://www.gumtree.com/p/jobs/kick-start-your-modelling-career-do-you-want-to-be-a-zing-model-this-christmas/1143679689

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p037kbss

Are you looking for a high powered, exciting learning environment that caters for your every musical need? Look no further than Echo Factory! Their unique and tailor-made approach is geared towards enabling students to make it in the music world.  And, they have all the resources to equip you with the necessary skills, knowledge, experience and contacts.

Based in Leicester’s vibrant Cultural Quarter, Echo Factory’s newly refurbished building houses its own live venue, record label, recording studio, band practice facilities, cutting edge business hub, music classrooms, lecture theatre, café/bar and chill out zone.

In the UK, the traditional music schools no longer cater for the real needs of young musicians.  Echo Factory delivers a life-changing, real-world and relevant experience which draws on your passion for creativity, collaboration and – most importantly – music. 

To apply for a course, contact Echo Factory now, on 0116 253 5657 or info@echofactory.co.uk

For more information, please visit the Echo Factory website: http://www.echofactory.co.uk

Online radio platform Mixcloud, which is reshaping the way the world listens to long-form music and speech radio, announces this week the next stage in its platform expansion by launching a bespoke app on Apple’s new ‘Apple TV’.

With Mixcloud’s 13 million monthly listeners, the app is set to position the burgeoning tech tastemaker alongside online media giants such as Netflix, Vimeo and YouTube, by breaking into the mainstream TV market ahead of the likes of SoundCloud, Spotify and Deezer.

Mat Clayton, Co-founder of Mixcloud: "We're excited to be on the new Apple TV platform as it launches. The living room is a big opportunity for Mixcloud. We launched our Sonos app in beta earlier this year and Apple TV is the next part of our strategy to go big in the home. We've got a great catalogue of shows to entertain people at home both alone and with friends, and we've built the product to be simple and intuitive with a more lean back experience than our other apps.”

The new launch on Apple TV will help Mixcloud reach a new, broader audience catering to the in-home listening experience. Consumers are increasingly investing in high end TV/AV systems for their homes in place of pure audio systems, and so access to streaming audio services via the TV will give consumers more flexibility in how they consume their music.

Mixcloud offers a huge catalogue of DJ mixes, radio shows and podcasts to its users. The service, which is in its seventh year, is built for long-form radio and DJ content, with some unique features such as track-list fingerprinting, timestamping of shows and listener engagement statistics for radio stations.

Customer Feedback:

“@T888_SCB: New @mixcloud app on the Apple TV is sick. Can listen to all my favourite @DJRUSSKE Mixes”

“@jamesburlander: Really enjoying Apple TV’s Mixcloud App… Channel: Chill Mix: Gelka – Coloured Thoughts Mixtape”

In Home Listening

77% of UK adults listen to audio at home verses 51% in the car and just 17% at work, according to research by Audiometrics. In the US, Millennials are adopting streaming rapidly and in home is leading the way with 63% adoption amongst 18-34 year olds (Edison Media). By comparison 46% are streaming radio while working out and 44% while walking/on the go.

Radio on the TV

There are millions of hours of audio on Mixcloud - now you can search and find something to suit any occasion from the comfort of your couch. The app provides access to Mixcloud's unique catalogue of audio via shows, reposts, favourites and playlists on any host's profile page, all tailored to fit the Apple TV with a sleek custom design. This new app also sees Mixcloud placing a greater emphasis on their catalogue of thousands of talk Podcasts, from Science and Education to Technology and Food.

Mixcloud prides itself on being at the forefront of the streaming revolution, connecting listeners to the world's best radio and allowing users to discover new music & ideas from a community of a million DJs and radio presenters - from superstar DJs such as Carl Cox, Jazzy Jeff and Moby all the way down to bedroom heroes who have built a strong following on the site.

Links:

https://mixcloud.com

https://twitter.com/mixcloud

https://facebook.com/mixcloud

https://instagram.com/mixcloud/

http://mixcloud.tumblr.com/

Zing is the first of a range of products being developed by MvBii (pronounced Moo-Bee) in Cambridge. It can be worn as a watch, a pendant, or kept in your pocket, it plays music and claims to monitor your mood using a range of built-in sensors.Other features include a messaging function and games.Quite Great has been briefed to handle all media relations for Zing across online, regional and national PR.The account will be led by Quite Great PR manager Victoria Berry.Ludo Chapman, commercial director for MvBii Ventures, said: “Zing is a fun, alternative to high-end products such as the Apple Watch, we are delighted that Quite Great Publicity will be handling our publicity campaign. The agency is truly creative with a sense of fun and enthusiasm that is infectious.”

This week sees the launch of the latest big budget secret agent franchise and what better time to announce to the world a super spy’s ultimate smart gadget that is set to go head to head with expensive alternatives like the i-Watch™, a gadget that any self-respecting spy master should not be without. Zing is this new must have item, it is a sleek looking multi usage watch covering activity, games, and friendship group interaction which is truly For Your Eyes Only. Designed by a team of Cambridge scientists, the Zing would bring any secret service gadget chief out in a cold sweat with so many extras they wouldn’t know what to use next.  

Working in a secret tech building far away from the eyes of competitors, the MvBii team have made sure Zing comes fully loaded with a range of truly cool, lifestyle and not to mention, fun features. The hi tech sensory communication capabilities and the bespoke Zing-ER clip messages allows the owner to send private messages to other Zings with just a blow on the watch; communicate, controltheir music player, take selfies and track their day with just a flick of the wrist.  Unique to Zing, the private messaging and sharing features lets you establish your own secret groups of Zing users - a great way to equip all your nearest and dearest without needing the resources of Goldfinger.  This definitive, top of the line smart watch has a Licence to Thrill and is the must have gift for Christmas 2015 and given its initial limited edition run, the quicker it is found the better as it will be in short supply. And guess what, the price is incredible too! With a starting price of £54.99 and amazing special offer multi-packs for families and couples, Zing is something for everyone to enjoy.  

Zing is the brainchild of founder Justin Pisani and Ludo Chapman. After years of research the Cambridge based international tech syndicate MvBii was formed and the Zing is now available for all to take to a secret hideaway and discover for themselves in a wide range of designs for the wearable technology marketplace including the Zing-Zap, Zing+, and the Zing-A App.

Ludo Chapman, Commercial Director said “We wanted to create a brand which fits into the lives of the people who will use it and not be a standalone piece of technology demanding your instant attention.   Zing is about you, how you feel, the people who are close to you and what you're into.”

Zing has one mission; to remain fun, interesting, cool and relevant.  They say diamonds are forever and this sparkling piece of technology is set to shine brightly in thousands of Christmas stocking this festive season.

You can purchase a Zing online here: http://www.amazon.co.uk/MvBii-Wearable-Lifestyle-Exercise-Activity/dp/B00YHBRS8A

Links:

Twitter: @MvBii_Zing

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/mvbiizing

Website: www.mvbii.com

Director Kenton Hall: “We’re absolutely thrilled to have been selected for Mill Valley Film Festival. For a small film like ours to be screening amongst some of the greatest films from around the world is just mind-blowingly. I could not be more proud of the entire cast & crew who worked tirelessly on an incredibly low budget to deliver what we hope is something which speaks to children and adults alike.”

A Dozen Summers screens at Mill Valley on October 10^th and October 18^th.

http://www.mvff.com/childrens-filmfest/