Local Band Special - Bad Magic (Formally Colt 45)

Since August 2008, Colt 45 has amazed audiences with their incredible live shows at their own sold out concerts, local pubs, music venues and festivals. With well over 100 gigs under their belt, performing to tens of thousands of people, this band has attracted attention on both sides of the Atlantic.

As Colt 45, they have been one of the busiest bands on the local scene and always in hot demand with an ever increasing fan base; however, their days as a cover band are to coming to an end as they now look to focus on their future as original artists.

Lostprophets Add Bournemouth Date

Lostprophets released their first album, 'thefakesoundofprogress', just over ten years ago. Ten. Years. They've been years of shifts in both style and attitude as the band made the ascent through the British rock spectrum. Their forthcoming fifth record promises to encompass all the sound and experience that Lostprophets have developed along the way. It's simultaneously a return to form, reminiscent of the chaos of their early work, and an expression of newfound maturity and growth.

How better to celebrate the evolution of Lostprophets than with a quick return to roots? This summer, the band is ticking all boxes. For a chance to warm up after nearly a year away from the stage and a chance to remind fans of the excitement and intensity that has sustained Lostprophets' career for over a decade, the band is playing four special gigs in addition to their previously announced festival appearances. Oxford, Bournemouth, Cardiff and Norwich, prepare yourselves now.

Village People to Judge this year's Fancy dress Competition

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We are buzzing at Besti-HQ with the fantastic news that the Village People will be judging our Rock Stars, Pop Stars and Divas fancy dress competition! Prime purveyors of classic New York Disco, Village People's predilection for dressing up as American cultural stereotypes made them one of the most iconic bands the world has ever seen, so there really couldn't be a better band to judge our world famous fancy dress shenanigans.

Louise Clare Marshall Returns to Delight the Stompin' Crowds

Jools Holland singer, Louise Clare Marshall, is making a return visit to Stompin' on the Quomps, Christchurch's popular, al fresco, smooth jazz event. Louise will be performing with local band Not Just Sax. The live event takes place on Christchurch Quay on Saturday 6 August from 12 noon until 10pm and has five professional bands performing throughout the day along with other entertainment.

Internationally renowned, Louise Clare Marshall has worked with many of the most famous names in the music business, including: Robbie Williams, Bryan Ferry, Ronnie Wood, Lulu, Van Morrison, Madeline Bell, Sheila Ferguson, Ruby Turner, Sam Brown, and many more. Following her Stompin' performance, Louise will dash to join Jools Holland and his Rhythm Orchestra for an evening concert.

Local Band Special - Colt 45

Colt 45 are Chris Payn on lead vocal and guitar, Rus Scagell on lead guitar and vocals, Andy L Smooth on drums and vocal and Scotty Parfett on bass guitar.

Since forming in the summer of 2008, they have quickly become one of the most sought after live bands in the area, having already played well in excess of 100 events.

The band draw their influences from classic rocks bands such as Guns N Roses, Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Queen and many others.

Easy Star All-Stars

Reggae Masters (creators of Dubside Of The Moon, Radiodread, Sgt Peppers Dub Band) bring their bass heavy reggae to Poole. Showcasing incredible talent, the bands live show is one of the most entertaining and satisfying musical experiences of today.

Famed for their reggae re-workings of some of British music's most cherished albums - Pink Floyd's Dark Side Of The Moon, Radiohead's OK Computer and Sgt Pepper's… by The Beatles - the Easy Star's make a well-deserved return to Mr Kyps after last year's sell-out show. The band's live show is as well constructed with as much attention to detail as you would expect considering the time put into the albums. With huge amounts of energy, deep basslines, vocal harmonies and a powerful brass section, the band outperform many of their reggae contemporaries.

The Coral Are Coming To The Old Fire Station

Intimate UK Warm-up Shows Announced

The Coral have announced two UK warm up shows ahead of their appearance at Glastonbury Festival on 24th June.

Following their phenomenal return with their critically acclaimed sixth studio album, 'Butterfly House' The Coral have cemented their position as one of the UK's most valued bands. The new UK shows follow their European tour and recent appearance at Japan Disaster Benefit at O2 Brixton Academy in aid of the British Red Cross Japan Tsunami Appeal.

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Arts Show Set to Rock Bournemouth

It is time to celebrate the local arts scene and publicist Strawberry Fields RePresents is making it happen in partnership with music producer and artist, Tim Peach of Momo:tempo.

For one evening, Champions in Bournemouth will be opening its doors to invite everyone to enjoy a spectacular celebration showcasing art, music, fashion, poetry and film. Engaging the local art network, the line-up boasts the

Momo:tempo Electro Pops Orchestra with a show-stopping performance (including trombones and their groove style vibe), Shmoo the electronic act from Manchester, Little Orphan Boy promoting their Poets Republic nights, and wonderful singing from the award-winning Funky Little Choir Company. There will also be an acoustic set byAdam Dupree, White Lantern Film's preview of their exciting new documentary 'Drying For Freedom' (a showcase of Left and Right's fashion range), live art performance by Moon Street, party style records spun by DJ Rupert, and the whole event hosted by MOMO himself, Tim Peach.