[VOLUME 5 ISSUE 09] NOVEMBER 2014
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NOVEMBER 2014
Why’s it so warm still? At this rate I’ll be wearing my green velour mankini to Bonfire Night. I’m assured it’s completely fireproof, so I’ll be able to participate in this centuries old demonstration of religious separatism in both safety and style. Christmas is almost here, if you believe what TV ads tell us, and the addition of some red tinsel and suitable weather will undoubtedly make it ideal attire for when they fire up Brighton’s festive lights on Thu 13 Nov. It might be prudent to stock up on Easter eggs as well, just to beat the rush. ALAN DAVIES PAGE 28
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News - Cinecity News Peepers at the Pavilion Little Dragon Tusks Interview MUSIC Guide CLUB Guide WIN Competitions Hobo Bonobo Drill festival Alan Davies Topman personal Shopping
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NEWS
Birdman
CINECITY Thur 20 Nov - Sun 7 Dec Brighton’s biggest film festival returns this November as CINECITY celebrates its 12th anniversary. Showcasing some of this year’s finest international films, along with sneak previews to upcoming pictures, premieres and cinema classics from the CINECITY archive, the team have put together yet another year of sensational filmmaking talent. Their top event this year is ‘BERG’, a free exhibit with the University of Brighton starting on Sat 20 Nov, and will carry on into late Dec. This film-set installation offers an immersive and cinematic environment, complemented by sound design from renowned musician and composer Barry Adamson. A boarding house in out of season Brighton is the background for this strange, disturbing and darkly comic drama. Published in 1964, BERG is described as the best novel ever set in Brighton. A phenomenal series of spectacular special events and screenings will take place across the city with the festival’s opening night picture presenting the UK premiere of ‘Birdman’, on Nov 20 at Duke of York’s Picturehouse. This American black comedy film was co-written, produced, and directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, and stars Michael Keaton, Zach Galifianakis, Edward Norton, Amy Ryan, Emma Stone and Naomi Watts. A faded star from a superhero franchise is attempting to revitalise his career with a return to the stage. The walls between fantasy and reality begin to crumble, in this treatise on the seductions (and differences) of fame and status.
Another treat on offer forms part of the BFI’s Sci-Fi: Days of Fear and Wonder UK–wide season. CINECITY will present pop-up screenings of François Truffaut’s ‘Fahrenheit 451’ amongst the empty shelves of the old Brighton Reference Library. This makes a poignant setting for the classic dystopian tale of a society where books are outlawed. Two other acclaimed science fiction texts, ‘The Midwich Cuckoos’ and Kay Dick’s ‘They: A Sequence of Unease’ will also be revisited with special one-off events. CINECITY are again giving an opportunity for local filmmakers to contribute their work to be displayed as part of the event which will be shown at their Brighton Screenings strand. Many of these films were selected through open submissions to the festival. This year also sees the festival join forces with FILM CITY, an initiative supporting film in Brighton & Hove. With walk-through film sets, screenings with live scores, pop-up screenings and for the very first time in Brighton; Edible Cinema, CINECITY 2014 presents a real cinema of the senses – all ready to be experienced.
For full details of their schedule, visit: www.cine-city.co.uk Cinecity 2014 runs on Thu 20 Nov – Sun 7 Dec 2014, in venues across Brighton.
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NEWS
Colin Hoult
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BRIGHTON BURLESQUE FESTIVAL
MADE BRIGHTON
On Sat 15 Nov Brighton Burlesque Festival will turn a spotlight onto the art form and showcase the finest burlesque the South Coast has to offer. Beginning at 2pm the festival will take over the Thistle Hotel for eight hours and provide a plethora of events for those fascinated by burlesque’s risqué and decadent style.
Over 120 exceptional and inventive craft makers and designers will feature at this year’s MADE exhibition. In recent years the event has made quite a name for itself among designers and the general public and hosts a dynamic range of textiles and home ware. Running from the 21st to the 23rd of this month, the popular event showcases a variety of designer’s work from hand-made jewellery and ceramics to home textiles and furniture.
Thistle Hotel Brighton, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GS Sat 15 Nov
Centre stage is given to the burlesque performances and the line-up features over ten top burlesque acts including Sukki Singapore, whose stage performances as well as work for women’s rights have earned her worldwide recognition. Away from the main event the festival features a large number of side attractions including burlesque fashion stalls, pole dancers and tattoo artists. There’s also ample opportunity to get involved with workshops and ‘have a go’ sessions for those who want to get a real experience of burlesque performance, and prizes for the best-dressed visitors who embrace burlesque style. The festival is the first of its kind in Brighton, with a view to becoming an annual celebration of burlesque in the area. An after party will be held at the Thistle Hotel’s Waterfront Bar from 11pm to 2am to celebrate the festival’s first year. www.brightonburlesque.co.uk
Corn Exchange Fri 21 - Sun 23 Nov
This year the event boasts of being even more budget friendly, allowing shoppers to purchase freely whilst being easy on the pocket. Designer’s include installation artist Anniemarie O’ Sullivan, ceramist Tina Davies and textile extraordinaire Mailis Clayton. An indoor café has also been made available to the public to offer a chance to relax and unwind whilst overlooking the event. Tickets will be available in advance from the MADE website and are also available on the door, a private screening will take place prior to the event on the 20th November. www.brighton-made.co.uk/tickets
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REBEL BINGO
BRIGHTON CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
Having travelled from London to New York, from Lisbon to Rio de Janeiro the phenomenon of Rebel Bingo is coming to Brighton and Concorde 2 on Thurs 27 Nov. Identifying itself as a “new, mutant form of Bingo” – it’s a cocktail that’s equal parts stage show, club night and bingo. The basic premise is the same as regular, non-Rebel bingo you have a bingo card and marker and numbers are read out by an MC, with prizes on the line to be collected on stage. The ‘Rebel’ aspect comes from the fact that it’s played in a club atmosphere, and as such the venue is louder and contestants are less sober than your average bingo player. As you can imagine as time goes on the game gets more and more challenging (and entertaining), those who mistakenly believe they have winning tickets will be booed off-stage for being unable to complete a game usually played by octogenarians.
Once again our city streets will see the sky above ablaze with colour and festive magic. The Brilliant Brighton Christmas lights are returning, bigger and better than ever, unplanned blackouts permitting.
Concorde 2, Madeira Drive, BN2 1EN Thur 27 Nov
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KOVAK SINGLE LAUNCH WITH THE GO! TEAM The Hope Sat 8 Nov
Brighton based four-piece Kovak are back on the scene playing a special gig at the Hope on Sat 8 Nov, with their new single ‘Swing Song’, released 28 Oct and taken from their forthcoming album ‘Modern Lovers’. Making a special guest appearance on the night, offering a DJ set is the inimitable The Go! Team. After gaining prestige as one of the first unsigned acts to be play-listed in the UK by BBC Radio 2, the boisterous and compelling Kovak return with a slightly more intense sound than that of their previous album, which comprised mainly of Electro-Pop. Supporting them is Shona Plum, who is tipped as ‘One to Watch’ by Best British Unsigned.
East Street, Brighton. Thur 13 Nov, 5pm – 7pm
Everything gets turned on during a grand ceremony taking place at 5pm, on Thu 13 Nov, in East Street. This massive FREE event is sponsored by Domestic & General, in partnership with Juice 107.2, and brings city residents an evening of entertainment to welcome in the festive season. There’ll be live performances from The Sleigh Belles and The Theatre Workshop, in addition to some very special guests. Once again there’s a free-to-enter Christmas raffle, which offers everyone there a chance to win some amazing prizes. This will be the largest seasonal display of lights on the South Coast. This year should be hoax-free, after a prankster posted a video online, supposedly showing the displays contained lewd images. But, we can’t guarantee everything.
SINNA ONE: LOST AND FOUND
Art Schism Gallery, 87 Gloucester Road, Brighton, BN1 4AP Fri 7 – Tues 25 Nov Sinna One’s work has been on display on walls and junction boxes across Brighton for the past six years, including work on the mural of musical icons on the Prince Albert pub. From Sat 8 Nov his work will also be on display at the Art Schism Gallery for his first ever solo show. Running from 10am – 7pm daily until 25 Nov, Sinna One’s signature cartoon style will be displayed alongside more varied and diverse pieces. ‘Lost and Found’ – the title of the show - refers to both the types of items that Sinna One uses as a canvas, as well as a more personal statement about his journey through art and where his life in Brighton has brought him to. www.artschism.net www.sinnaone.com
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Naomi’s Flight
NAOMI’S FLIGHT The Old Market, Brighton Tues 11, Thur 13 & Fri 14 Nov, 7.30pm Brighton-based organisation Dementia Care Matters is bringing over In-Flight Theatre’s production Naomi’s Flight from the USA. Naomi’s Flight is a solo aerial performance that reveals the love story between George and his wife Naomi who has Alzheimer’s disease. The performance combines theatrical storytelling with daring aerial acrobatics on three suspended metal sculptures to present an intensely personal drama and often humorous perspective of a family coping with age, diabetes, and dementia. The production will open the 9th UK Dementia Congress being held in Brighton on Mon 10 Nov. It will be open to the public on Tues 11, Thur 13 and Fri 14 Nov at the Old Market Theatre in Hove. Book tickets on The Old Market website www.theoldmarket.com or call the Box Office on 01273 201 801
ETSY
FAMILY FIREWORK SPECTACULAR
Etsy Christmas Fair - 16 Nov - Open Market, London Road Etsy Pop-up-shop - 6 Nov to 4 Dec - 16 Brighton Square, Brighton
Neville Recreation Ground, Hove Sat 8 Nov
November sees the Brighton Etsy Sellers Team bringing items from their online shops to the streets of Brighton via two events. Between 11-5 on Sat 16 Nov over 40 local members of their team will be selling their wares at the Open Market. Brighton Etsy are also teaming up with We Are Pop Up. For four weeks from Thurs 6 Nov a brick and mortar shop at Brighton Square will open. It will sell handmade goods in the run up to Christmas and offer workshops and craft activities.
As autumn draws to a close, the excitement of firework night fast approaches. With several events being held across Brighton, you’re often spoilt for choice with which dazzling display to attend. However finding an event that’s family friendly and fun for all can sometimes prove tricky, especially when tickets are sure to sell out fast. Brighton’s Family Firework Spectacular is the perfect event that offers a spectacular show suitable for all ages. Hosted by Bright Fire Pyrotechnics and Fireworks, the display will undoubtedly be a feast for the eyes and ears with a fantastic musical line up brilliantly choreographed as the show kicks off. Wristbands for the event will be made available for ticket holders, allowing for easy access to the display on arrival. With great food available at the venue on the night too, this firework extravaganza will sure to be a memorable night of madness which is sure to go out with a bang. (Gates open at 5.00pm the firework display starts at 7.00pm)
Etsy.com is a global online marketplace that offers a wide variety of handmade and vintage items from cards to jewellery, to one off pieces like furnishings and other quirky finds. These Etsy stores and stalls provides the opportunity to find unique items and meet the people who made them. www.brightonopenmarket.com brightonetsyteam.wordpress.com
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AXIOS TATTOO 9 Boyces Street
A custom only tattoo studio is set to open on the north side of Hove train station in early November. Newly established by Adrian Stacey and Nigel Palmer, the Axios Tattoo team will deliver unique skin designs and will occasionally create original commissioned artwork, in various media forms, to be sold in studio. Boasting over 10 years of experience in Brighton city, and a total of 30 years between them, Stacey and Palmer are a reputable duo, formerly operating from the renowned ‘Nine’ tattoo studio in Boyces Street, Brighton. Whilst Ade’s creations are often inspired by fine art, photography and Japanese themes, Nigel tends to focus on blocks, layers, and mathematical structures. For information on appointments or the launch date, visit the sites below. www.axiostattoo.com www.facebook.com/axiostattoo instagram.com/axiostattoo
HOME FOR CHRISTMAS New Independent Film
Jump Start Productions, an independent film production company based in Brighton, is about to announce the release of Home For Christmas. The film follows the story of Beth Prince (April Pearson). Having always loved fairytales, even at the age of twentyfour, she might be on the verge of her own happily ever after. She lives by the seaside, works in a charming old cinema and has a boyfriend who is so debonair and charming she can’t believe her luck!! There is just one problem - none of her boyfriend’s ever told her they love her and it doesn’t’ look like Aiden is going to say it any time soon. Desperate to hear ‘I love you’ for the first time Beth takes matters into her own hands, then instantly wishes she hadn’t. Written by award-winning author Cally Taylor - a regular at Brighton’s Duke of Yorks Picturehouse cinema - the book was picked up by Duke of Yorks employee and co-owner of Jump Start Productions, Nathalie Grace. She asked Cally to make a film about it, a process which saw Jump Start, Picturehouse staff and Cally working collaboratively to make this heartwarming film about their beloved cinema, the Duke of Yorks. ‘Home For Christmas’ is set to be the first film screened as per public demand. The film will be using the OURSCREEN strand of programming from Picturehouse. The film will be accompanied on its tour by a number of cast and crew who will be hosting Q and As at each event. A real love story, not just between the characters, but to the city it takes place in, it highlights the beauty of landmarks Brighton residents pass every day. The film has a cast and soundtrack that puts the warmth back into traditional Christmas movies. For release details visit: www.homeforchristmasfilm.com www.facebook.com/homeforchristmasfilm
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Peepers An installation by Maisie Broadhead Artist Maisie Broadhead has received praise throughout her career, winning acclaim across the UK for her exhibitions such as ‘Seduced By Art: Photography Past and Present’, which was the National Gallery’s first major photography exhibition. This autumn sees the Jerwood Open Makers winner bring her work to Brighton with ‘Peepers,’ a new installation at the Royal Pavilion as part of the Pavilion Contemporary series, running from October until 1 March of 2015. Entitled ‘Peepers’, the work explores themes of voyeurism. Visitors to the installation are made to feel like figures in a doll’s house as giant photographic faces watch and stare through windows. In her own words, Broadhead “aims to turn the gaze from the viewer to become the viewed”. Using the scale of the Royal Pavilion and the historical context of its famous inhabitants, she uses the installation to make comment on our modern voyeuristic obsession with celebrity and royalty. This is not Broadhead’s first experience with our city, having studied a BA in 3D Design from Brighton University, when she recognised the Pavilion as a “visual icon of Brighton”. However it is her work for Pavilion Contemporary that has given her an insight into the history of the Pavilion, specifically the character of King George IV who constructed the extravagant pleasure palace between 1787 and 1823. Through discussion with David Beevers - the Royal Pavilion Keeper - Maisie Broadhead became interested with what she calls the “fascinating conflict between how George IV seems to have wanted to be perceived, to actually how he was perceived”. The installation’s attitude of scrutiny inspects the juxtaposition between the “confident, opinionated” King George IV, who constructed the lavish and loud Royal Pavilion and the older, more
Pavilion Contemporary 2014 25 Oct 2014 to 1 Mar 2015 By Elliot Tyers private King George IV, who later became a recluse in the same Pavilion hiding from the outside gaze. The Pavilion Contemporary programme - which was inaugurated in 2010/2011 - has seen two previous commissions: ‘A Dark Day In Paradise’ by Clare Twomey and ‘The Lost Pagodas’ by Geraldine Pilgrim. With each commission, the artists are tasked to create imagery that is inspiring amongst the already impressive environment of the Royal Pavilion, as well as challenge perceptions of the history of the palace. To this end, Broadhead utilised a range of artistic skills. After research was completed, the ten-month process involved prop and costume making in period Georgian style, followed by a choreographed photo-shoot. Then digital work was performed on the images prior to printing and lighting set up was installed on location to support the images. Although a large amount of the work on this project involved photography, Maisie Broadhead identifies herself as “an artist and image-maker rather than a photographer” – noting the variety of mediums and materials that went into the 3D nature of ‘Peepers’. Broadhead does acknowledge that it has “taken a long time to feel comfortable in the shoes of an ‘artist’, often feeling like… a fraud.” ‘Peepers’ provides an insight into ideas of fakery and illusion under observation that takes from both Broadhead’s experience as well as the history of the Pavilion. ‘Peepers’ creates an unsettling sensory and emotive experience in the palace’s unique space. The Royal Pavilion’s Creative Programmer Nicole Coleby notes, “this commission will transform the visitor’s experience of the Music Room, and provoke historical reflection as well as commenting on contemporary society.” www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk | www.maisiebroadhead.com
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Little Dragon Straight outta Gothenburg!
By Stuart Rolt
Image by Nik Hartley
Scandinavian electro-soul superstars Little Dragon have been enjoying a marked rise in their stock this year. Bridging the fault-line between commerciality and experimentalism, band mates Yukimi Nagano, Erik Bodin, Fredrik Källgren Wallin and Håkan Wirenstrand brilliantly employ rhythmic variations and odd textures, with a constant air of self-awareness. They might be extraordinarily clever in what they produce, but won’t be rubbing our noses in it. There’s certainly a Little Dragon shaped hole in the lexicon of modern music, and perhaps the world is now waking up to the Gothenburg four piece. “There was a time when we didn’t at all imagine such a thing,” singer Nagano tells me. “We sort of saw ourselves as musicians and writers, but we didn’t really have that confidence to be like: ‘This is what will happen to us!’”
1996, but now their momentum is becoming unstoppable. They’ve signed to Because Music, the springboard for bands like London Grammar and Metronomy, and a new album is capturing the public’s imagination. This release, the nimble, futuristic-sounding Nabuma Rubberband, sees an evolving mix of R&B, electro, pop, jazz and dance, underpinning the unearthly vocals of their unique front-woman. This fourth LP is more adventurous, but remains deliriously catchy. With odd game show-styled interludes, strings from the Gothenburg Symphony Orchestra and spacious, lush arrangements, its 12 songs swing from the understated to the truly funked out.
Fond of singing since her childhood, it was always something she felt comfortable doing. As with many pop stars, she grew up in an environment filled with music. “I sang along to anything and everything on the radio. I just loved music.”
Some of it might be challenging, but occasionally confounding the listener has always been a staple of the great band meme. “…and having a vibe! I always feel it’s noticeable when people have session musicians in their band. When there’s a good chemistry between people, you can feel that on stage. They know that person’s language with how they play. You know each other and you’re relaxed with each other, and you play together in a way you couldn’t do with strangers.”
With an artful and clever look at how pop music should be constructed, Nagano drew attention after involvement with Gorillaz’s platinum album, Plastic Beach. This saw her beguiling smoky vocal talents set alongside Lou Reed, Mark E. Smith, Snoop Dogg, Bobby Womack, De La Soul and Mick Jones. Their rise may have been gradual for a band formed in
The Internet is a technology Little Dragon embraced enthusiastically, perhaps more than most. Early on, Nagano realised the potential of MySpace for more than looking at cats and ugly fonts. Realising social media was a portal for the overlooked, she’s been able to communicate with, and view the work of, countless geographically remote artists and designers.
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“All of a sudden there was this was this whole network of people. Just as much as there were up and coming bands, there was up and coming imagers and visual artists. I’ve met a lot of people online, even the guy who did our second album cover. Hideyuki Katsumata.” Without it, the band themselves might not have the public profile they enjoy today. “That’s the beauty of it. I think if you have an interest, everything’s in front of you to take.” This year’s album has seen the band has significantly dented the charts, as well as delighting critics, on both sides of the Atlantic. So was there a lot of pressure to produce something so wonderful? “I think there was… Not from outside, but from ourselves. Especially when you’ve been on the road so long and you haven’t written anything. It’s like you’re doing shows, shows, shows and it’s a different beast when you come home and you’re like: ‘it’s time to write!’”
8 November Justin Currie Tickets: £18.50
So the commercial breakthrough in Britain and the US is beginning to happen. As we’re speaking the band have arrived in Columbus, Ohio, Nagano enjoying a beautiful Autumn day, surrounded by yellow and red leaves, suburban looking American houses and a few students C in college sweaters. It would seem she’s also enjoying the M US tour. “It’s good, we’re visiting a lot of places we haven’t Y been to in a while, like yesterday was Louisville, Kentucky CM and before that was Philadelphia.”
9 November The Delines - In the Cafe Bar Tickets: £12
MY
Strangely similar success is not as forthcoming at home. Whilst the Swedish bands generally have an innate CY understanding of classic marketable pop, Little DragonCMY has chosen a less traditional path. Nagano’s amused by my firm belief every band in Sweden knows each K other, perhaps socialising, living in the same apartments and high-fiving each other when passing in the street, “I’m a little detached to it, because I’m not home that often. It’s not like me, Lykke Li and Jose all hanging out together. I feel like everyone’s a bit: ‘it’s cold!’ and keep to themselves in their own little world. I find out more about Swedish music when I’m abroad, which is just a bit weird.”
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The pressures of fame aren’t playing on her mind thus far. She’s still able to walk down a hometown street unharnessed. But even if people do recognise her, it’s not an intimidating experience. ”I guess we’re not that kind of band. On this tour you can feel, after shows, you’ve fans waiting for you. But when we’re walking around on the street at home? No. It happens mostly in LA.” Even with less time to stop and take stock of their situation, Nagano’s still aware of the impact of their music has on people. “You can’t really step away from it. It’s so gratifying. We get to do what we love, without any compromises, and there are people who are into it.”
Little Dragon play Brighton’s Corn Exchange on Mon 17 Nov, 2014. Their album, Nabuma Rubberband, is out now.
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TUSKS Psychedelia bites back!
By Holly Cozens
“ Image By Steve Brown and Laura Brown Now, I’m sure everyone at one time or another has felt a little envy emulating out of them - sometimes with great resistance when it comes to those we admire in music. Whether we yearn for just a fraction of their talent, feel a superficial need to lust after their extravagant lifestyles or declare ourselves style-less compared to their impeccably prepared appearance, I think we have all had a little of the green-eyed glint at some point. When I went to meet Brighton band ‘Tusks’ one afternoon at the Nowhere Man Café on Upper North Street, I had a similar glint just resting underneath the surface. Not necessarily for any of these earlier reasons, but for the simple fact that this is a young group of three guys who maintain an air of relaxed effortlessness in their attitude, not only to their music but their future.
It all started when guitarist/singer Tom Sullivan and drummer/ singer Nick Klar met at college in Chelmsford, Essex and moved down to Brighton, where they met George Boorman – bassist/ singer (well he sings quietly to himself anyway, laugh the other two). A year later and they have been gigging for the majority of that time in various locations around Sussex and London. With a reluctance to limit their sound to one particular movement, Tusks are clearly influenced by their love for psychedelic rock (which Tom claims is contributed to the fact that he listens a lot to this genre at the moment and through some kind of musical osmosis, it filters into the songs he writes), whilst also drawing on the music of those who may have had a part in their musical upbringing.
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Since the arrival of the third band member (George), Tom describes how their sound went from “soft psychy songs – a bit Radiohead-y and mellower” to “really heavy and grungy. Like Tame Impala and Nirvana but blended together with other influences thrown in there.” Nick also quips about how Tom’s past obsession with Muse has definitely affected a lot of his pedal choices when playing too. At this point, I notice how unabashed they all are about their lack of showiness and listening to them talk about the music they make is enjoyable as it comes from a very organic place. There is an air of similarity in the answers to a lot of my questions, exposing a natural bond that these boys seem to possess which I can only assume will go on to be an asset in their bright future. Definitively labeling their genre seems unimportant but George and the other two are definitely aware of their sound -
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ut t is good abo “I think wha c li e d e is psych what we do e th s a lot on music draw to are really in 60s but we a ff so it’s like our 90s stu is re e two. Th mix of the o h you can d only so muc d n edelic sou with psych y other grung so by doing g n ri b you can stuff means to l a er materi in all this oth tie into it.”
Tusks – named after a Fleetwood Mac song – are just one of the new and upcoming bands to be making themselves known in different venues around Brighton. There is a new generation of acts edging onto the radar and the fact that they are either friends or take part in a little incestuous musical activity - Nick and George also play in other band ‘Bird Skulls’ and George also in ‘Abbatoir Blues’ – solidifies for me their dedication and enjoyment for music and less to their egos. After a incredibly popular gig at Bleach on London Road, where they supported The Wytches on the night of their album launch party, things can only get more exciting for these very genuine lads. soundcloud.com/tusks-band www.facebook.com/tusksband
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MUSIC
PLANNER
NINE BELOW ZERO
KATE TEMPEST: HOLD YOUR OWN
WE WERE EVERGREEN
Sat 8 Nov
Thu 13 Nov
Sat 15 Nov
The Old Market
The Haunt
Bleach
Nine Below Zero are back on tour with their four original band members. They’ll be only performing songs from the first three albums: Live At The Marquee, Don’t Point Your Finger and Third Degree, all of which have been remastered and re-released by Universal Music.
She’s a hip-hop lyricist, playwright, poet and novelist, and she does it all rather well. Since winning the Ted Hughes poetry prize in 2013 for Brand New Ancients, a narrative work full of heroes, hopes and hardships, she’s been recognised by the Mercury prize for her phenomenal Everybody Down album.
With videos packed full of tiny instruments and crappy props everywhere, there’s something endearing about the sweet cutesy lo-fi world of We Were Evergreen.
The band have been flying the flag for nearly four decades, acquiring something of a fanatical following along the way. Music genres have come and gone, but they’ve always stayed true to delivering top quality rhythm and blues. Other appearances this year has seen them in superb form, proving there’s still a place today for their good-time music. www.theoldmarket.com
All this attention demonstrates England is finally developing love and respect for the 27-year-old Londoner and her playful obsession with powerful language. Now she’s presenting us with a new collection of work. This is as real as it gets.
The cheery tones of Towards, their immaculately produced debut album, is a triumph of multi-instrumental alt-pop. Across its twelve tracks is an enthralling range of sonic variety, whilst still managing to remain relatively understated.
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Alt-J are cutting a path to the charts for a growing army of odd-pop acts, so there’s no reason why We Were Evergreen shouldn’t be finding themselves with a growing fan-base. www.bleachbrighton.com
THE TING TINGS
ECHO & THE BUNNYMEN
TALIB KWELI
Sun 23 Nov
Tue 25 Nov The Haunt
Nearly one of pop’s great MIAs, this cheeky pair had a tough time recording their second album, and a tougher time hearing the critic’s reactions. This year they reflected the promise of their debut, with disco-dripping single ‘Wrong Club’. Now the duo is touring the UK, their first proper shows in three years, in support of new single, ‘Do It Again’. There’s also a new album ‘Super Critical’ out. Recorded in Ibiza and co-produced by Duran Duran’s Andy Taylor, it offers an encouraging return for a band that has been gone too long.
www.thehauntbrighton.co.uk
Tue 25 Nov Concorde 2
The Haunt
After finally releasing the fan-funded ‘Meteorites’, their first studio effort in half a decade, the Bunnymen are on the road. Whilst the new release might be the band’s most soul-searching and personal to date, we should take time to consider the breadth and influence their back catalogue possesses.
This Brooklyn-based rapper is one of the most lyrically-gifted and politically insightful artists of the last 20 years. Finding fame after collaborating with Kanye West, Kweli’s landmark solo material delivers top-tier lyricism and demonstrations of his ability to rhyme over almost any beat.
The luminescent post-punk/proto-indie output of their 80s incarnation provided the inspiration for bands like Coldplay and Radiohead. That’s not to say their 35-year career is keeping them locked in the past, the familiar epic, guitar riffs have no trouble staying relevant to this day.
One of rap’s most in-demand performers, there’s no denying he leads by example. Whether in conversation with political activists, producing genre-straddling work with Idle Warship or encouraging us all to examine our lives and engage with the world, Kweli is that rare breed of global star that has something significant to say. www.thehauntbrighton.co.uk
www.concorde2.co.uk
MUSIC
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NOVEMBER PAUL THOMAS SAUNDERS
MR.B THE GENTLEMAN RHYMER
ERASURE
Wed 19 Nov
Thu 20 Nov
Sun 23 Nov
Green Door Store
The Prince Albert
Brighton Dome
After his wonderful debut album, ‘Beautiful Desolation’, stacked up adoration from the critics earlier this year, this Brighton resident is now proving his worth to the masses. Dreamy vocals drift across a background of powerful instrumentation, as Saunders and his band gently rewrite the lexicon of British song-writing. There have been comparisons to Radiohead and Jeff Buckley, certainly the ambition, musicianship and clarity of purpose are all there. But we need to overlook the majesty of his inspirations and appreciate just how good he really is. Expect perfectly layered sonic waves, unwieldy song titles and something rather beautiful. www.thegreendoorstore.co.uk
Mr. B the Gentleman Rhymer, arguably the inventor of, chap-hop makes a welcome return to Brighton.
www.facebook.com/ThePrinceAlbert
www.brightondome.org
DUB PISTOLS
HACKTIVIST
TEMPLES
Fri 28 Nov
Sat 29 Nov Concorde 2
The Dub Pistols are hitting the road again. Loved by anyone that witnesses their incendiary live performances, they combine dub, hip-hop, ska and punk. With a reputation that balances between critical acclaim and notoriety, the band has just released their sixth album, Return of the Pistoleros. All brought together by legendary Barry Ashworth, this band are true rock outlaws. With a revolving door of live guest vocalists, a hearty party-hard attitude and a brace of great tunes all add to the dynamic thrill of the Dub Pistols’ live experience. Catch it if you can. www.concorde2.co.uk
Simultaneously celebrating the golden ages of both the British Empire and hip-hop, he’s bizarrely been name-checked by Michael Gove as something of an inspiration. Where his cabinet fan might harbour odd ideas about education, Mr. B is committed to illuminating and inspiring with his hip-hip history lessons. Enter a world of cricket flannels, pipes, tea abuse and kissing in porn, this is where Sir John Gielgud meets Chuck D.
With a great ear for a cracking synth-pop tune and unerring appreciation of joyful theatrics, Andy Bell and Vince Clarke have been hard at it since 1985. The costumes have inevitably toned down, Bell conceding PE knickers and a Christmas decoration may not be suitable attire for a man of his years, but many core Erasure themes remain. Down the line there have been dalliances with experimentation and the obligatory covers work, yet they’ve never strayed far from their remit of supplying bright and breezy anthems. Surely there’s a place in everyone’s heart for some bouncing pop?
Sun 30 Nov Audio
Concorde 2
With a recording schedule contradicting the fierce urgency of their live shows; tech-metalgrime-rock hybrid Hacktivist finally released a new track this August. Although, as yet, there’s no word on the impending debut album, they’re on the road this Nov / Dec, headlining the ‘Download Freezes Over’ tour, which features Sheffield metal-core act Dead Harts and Guildford’s The One Hundred. Let us rock!
This Kettering four-piece mix scuzzy glam stomp, dreamy folk and droning psych-rock, with a 2014 style. Don’t call it ‘retro’ though! Temples might look akin to 70s garage rockers, cast eternally on an acid trip of some magnitude, but they are nothing but forward looking.
Tight rhymes, crushing riffs and jagged tempos all combine in a sensual blur of pure energy. They might not be one of the UK’s most prolific bands, but their live shows are some of the best. www.audiobrighton.com
Founded a couple of years ago, this four piece all share a love for the work of psychedelic visionaries, like Huxley, Leary and Kenneth Anger. They might appear to be far out, but their convention breaking song structures and imaginative wordplay are a perfect antidote to pedestrian pop nonsense. www.concorde2.co.uk
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CLUB
NETSKY
SHOGUN AUDIO
Tue 4 Nov
Fri 7 Nov Concorde 2
Following on from storming stage headline slots at Reading, Leeds and SW4 Festivals this summer, Netsky is touring his live UK show during October and November. It’s been a busy summer for the Dutch artist, partly because of the hype generated by his dancefloor anthem ‘Running Low’ which features Beth Ditto on vocals.
PLANNER
BAD DOG Sat 8 Nov Audio
Bar 76
It’s been ten years in business for this Brighton-based label, so where better to celebrate than where it all began?! Started by Radio 1’s Friction and K-Tee, they have released some of the most breath-taking beats in drum and bass. Their roster features some of the genres best artists, including Alix Perez, Rockwell, Icicle, Spectrasoul and The Prototypes. Everyone contributes their own style and passion to the Shogun brand.
It’s a return to Hove for the city’s finest providers of naughty house music. For this month they’ve employed the services of super-star DJ Seamus Haji. The event has underground and uplifting house downstairs and old school, funky and vocal house in the bar.
Audio has just had a Traction sound system installed, so Icicle, Rockwell, Technimatic, Primitive People, MC Ad and MC Double J will all be pushing it to the limit.
Also feeling some Big Love are residents Nick Hook and Ash Huntington, on a lineup featuring Jayess (Renaissance & Pacha London), Brett Hayes (Hot Box Club), Rob Holme (Global Dance Sessions) and Paul Hilditch (Codesouth FM). This will be a night of proper house music to get down to.
www.concorde2.co.uk
www.audiobrighton.com
www.facebook.com/BadDogBrighton
ROGER SANCHEZ
LTJ BUKEM
BEARDYMAN
Sat 15 Nov
Fri 21 Nov
DJ, producer and graphic design artist, Netsky has made quite a name for himself, and his deep, soulful and electrifying brand of bass music, during his six years on the scene. His third album is out soon, and it’s going to be huge!
Mon 1 Dec
Coliseum
Komedia
From a humble beginning in NYC, digging in dusty crates for great records, to annual residencies in Ibiza and headlining festivals around the world, Sanchez is a giant on the dance music scene. Sanchez was introduced to DJing through friends, his creativity behind the decks flourishing from a few singles into a catalogue of over two thousand original productions and remixes.
In The Loop bring LTJ Bukem, Aquasky and DJ B’Ka to Brighton, for a special bass music session. LTJ Bukem, an artist synonymous with the rise of hardcore, jungle, and drum & bass music, will be blasting out a 90 minute set of the best in drum & bass including many of his own unique productions.
Roger Sanchez may always be moving forward, but he’s never losing sight of where he’s been. Now Brighton has the chance to catch one of dance music true innovators.
www.coliseumbrighton.com
Aquasky will also be playing a range of drum & bass classics including a range of their own superb genre specific works. This is just one of a new series of electronic dance music events featuring Loopmasters associated artists. www.komediabrighton.com
Concorde 2 If you’ve heard of this chap, you’ll be pleased to know his new album, Distractions, is out on Mon 10 Nov. If you haven’t, you should know his tracks are created using only his vocal cords. These sounds, are then warped with music technology. Mixing dubstep, breakbeat, techno, reggae and even a spot of country, there’s nowhere his beatboxing can’t go. He’s also the brains behind the One Album Per Hour concept, where an album is created on the spot, based upon the audiences’ suggestions, chosen by a guest producer.
www.concorde2.co.uk
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Gigs In Brighton... RHODES
Sunday 2nd November Sticky Mike’s Frog Bar
GROUNDATION
Tuesday 4th November Komedia
SIKTH
Tuesday 11th November Concorde 2
CROSSFAITH
Tuesday 18th November Concorde 2
LIT
Thursday 20th November The Haunt
GOMEZ
Thursday 20th November Concorde 2
THE TING TINGS
Sunday 23rd November The Haunt
PULLED APART BY HORSES Monday 24th November The Haunt Monday 24 november Brighton The Haunt Tickets: kililive.com | seetickets.com The new album ‘BLOOD’ out now
A/pulledapartbyhorses pulledapartbyhorses.com S@PulledHorses A Kilimajaro and Lout presentation by arrangement with The Agency Group
RALEIGH RITCHIE
Sunday 30th November The Haunt
Also Coming In November…
Sunset Sons, Framing Hanley, Port Isla, Phox, Dolomite Minor, Nimmo, The Blockheads, Bayside, Ed Prosek, Johnny Lloyd, Coasts, Vaults, Mighty Oaks and Much More!
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Competitions
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The winner takes it all
WIN a luxury pamper pack with The Beauty Shed To celebrate our Christmas pamper party packs The Beauty Shed is offering one lucky BN1 winner and a friend a treatment each from their ‘Christmas Party ready’ package! Choose from either a spray tan, eyelash tint, manicure or pedicure.
What part of the body is tended to during a ‘manicure’ treatment? A. Mouth B. Feet C. Hands
Here’s a glimpse at our pamper packages! Treat yourself and your workmates, friends or family with something really wonderful this Christmas and join them at The Beauty Shed for some luxury pampering ahead of, let’s face it, the stresses the festive season brings.
Send your answer, including your name, address and telephone number to: competition@bn1magazine.co.uk Please put ‘BEAUTY’ in the subject header.
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Both BN1 Magazine and The Beauty Shed T&C’s apply. Winners will be announced at the end of November.
‘Christmas calm’ @ £30pp with lunch Back neck and shoulder massage or Green and Spring facial Essie manicure or pedicure
WIN tickets to every show at
earsthetic
The Dome’s mini-season, ‘earsthetic’, is back this year with a mass of new music: DJ sets, live performances and installations. The key idea of this condensed festival is to merge sound and vision for the audience and boy, do these acts know how to put on a show. To warmly welcome in the winter months, this December is host to acts such as Chicks on Speed, Moments of weightlessness, Simian Mobile Disco, Emptyset and Bloc Party’s very own Kele Okereke. With such a varied line up, every music fan can enjoy what ‘earsthetic’ has to offer. The shows open from Mon 8 Dec and run until the 13 – almost an entire week’s worth of musical and visual experimentation.
WIN All you need to do is answer the question below: Kele Okereke is the lead singer of which British indie-rock band? A. Foals B. Franz Ferdinand C. Bloc Party Send your answer and the act you would most like to see (including your name, address and telephone number) to: competition@bn1magazine.co.uk Please put ‘EARSTHETIC’ in the subject header.
Thanks to the fabulous people at Brighton Dome, we are privileged to give you lucky readers the chance to win a pair of tickets for each artist listed!
BN1 and Brighton Dome T&Cs apply. Winners will be announced at the end of Nov. www.brightondome.org
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The Hobo Bonobo Say hello wave goodbye
Like some revolting old sausage dog coming back for another lick of still warm spew, then vomiting it up all over again, the train returned to Brighton station to disgorge its sweaty load. Piggy eyes swivel, “where’s the sea?” The sea, the sea, everyone wants the sea. The sea licked its lathery lips in foamy anticipation as it cast its eye over the filthy shoreline. “Soon , soon.” it burbled to itself. Then came the rain, more rain than anyone could remember. Malevolent lightening lashed out indiscriminately, while bitching winds picked up hipster children and women in clackey heels walking pointless dogs and dashed them into the slimy shingle. The sea broiled in glee as mermen in bloated tampons armour snatched drunken stags caught pissing at the water’s edge and dragged them down into the plastic choked depths. War like waves tossed great reeking heaps of stinking sewage into crowded seafront bars. One great wave carrying vengeful mermaids in barnacled shopping trolley chariots thundered up West Street. Fish hook fingers snagged swaggering provincials and clucking pink hens and stole them from the land. Honour restored, the sea becalmed itself. An oily film of cheap cosmetics and rancid chip fat was all that told of the day the sea got even.
Brighton Marina A wave of change Whilst much of the city is winding down from the summer, Brighton Marina has been busy moving in more inventive and exciting businesses. Queenie May’s Tea Rooms (pictured) has arrived in Marina Square. This new family-run business offers a quintessential English tea room experience. You can immerse yourself in the traditional charm of cream teas, afternoon teas, homemade sandwiches, cakes, scones and snacks, and first class service. Blue Mango is up and running now on the Boardwalk, serving authentic Indian cuisine. An offshoot of the hugely-successful Birmingham restaurant, they are evolving sub-continent dining into a superb culinary experience. Visitors to the recently opened sasta fitness have already been seeing amazing results. Using the latest smart fitness solutions combined with food science, this revolutionary health & fitness studio is taking the city by storm.
Jimmy’s World Buffet is due to open before Christmas, the biggest buffet restaurant around; it will boast over 100 dishes from around the globe. Jimmy’s is looking set to be an event organisers dream destination, no matter what the size of your social or business function they can accommodate.
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DRILL FESTIVAL
Drill Brighton recently added over 30 more artists to its already stellar line up. The festival, curated by Wire and Brighton’s very own One Inch Badge, brings over 100 bands, artists, films, talks and exhibitions to 14 different venues, across four days on Thu 4 – Sun 7 Dec 2014. The massive four-day event will see a multitude of incredible artists performing, including Wire, SWANS, Savages, Toy, Courtney Barnett, Gold Panda and The Wytches. Italian 70’s progressive rock legends Claudio Simonetti’s GOBLIN will be performing their soundtrack from the classic horror film Suspiria, along with shows from Japanese instrumental rockers MONO, East India Youth, Telegram, and a one-off world exclusive collaboration between Wire and SWANS! Other highlights include a special performance from British Sea Power with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet at All Saints Church, Young Fathers, These New Puritans, Cassetteboy Vs DJ Rubbish, Three Trapped Tigers, Esben & the Witch, Zu and Lonelady. The event also features a host of artists, talks, and films being showcases, with more shows and bands being announced over the coming weeks. In February 1980, the first phase of Wire ended at the Electric Ballroom, Camden with an infamous performance eventually released as the ‘Document and Eyewitness’ live album. It saw a band, frustrated with the confines and rules of punk and rock orthodoxy, challenging themselves and their audience with visual performance, art and none of the songs that the crowd had paid to see. It was the sound both of progress and dissolution.
Image by © Steve Gullick
The Wytches
Let’s torque about great music!
Three decades later, Wire used fragments of those aborted sketches to produce ‘Change Becomes Us’, their most confident sounding album in years, 13 tracks of classic artpop ferocity. To coincide with the release of this critically– acclaimed LP, Wire curated the initial Drill: Festival in London, the first instalment in a planned series of multi-venue festivals across the UK and beyond. More events happened in London and Seattle during 2013, with more to come in 2015 following the Brighton event next month. The concepts behind Drill Festival are simple: to challenge preconceptions of Wire. The event showcases the band’s impact on, and relationship with, groups and artists from younger generations, to connect with both new and established artists whose work they find inspiring and feel that they have a kinship with. This also opens up opportunities for one-off collaborations. This year’s festival will see Wire team up with rock titans SWANS, to perform an extended version of the ever-mutating Wire track ‘Drill’. The Brighton event will also see the return of the historic ‘Pinkflag Guitar Orchestra’, which sets Wire onstage with members of bands involved with the festival, along with local friends, allies and past collaborators. The guitarists then play an extended, improvised version of Wire’s ‘Pink Flag’ at high volume. After successful Drill Festival events in both London and Seattle, this is the biggest and most ambitious to date. To see the full line-up as it currently stands, or buy tickets, head to: www.drillfestival.com
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FESTIVAL CURATOR COLIN NEWMAN (OF LEGENDARY BAND WIRE) GIVES US SOME CHOICE BANDS TO CATCH AT BRIGHTON’S FIRST EVER DRILL FESTIVAL...
TELEGRAM
GITHEAD
ULRICH SCHNAUSS
IT HUGS BACK
“They’re very Welsh. His singing sounds like its not in English. The way he sings changes everything completely. They’re just fascinating!”
“His second album is a total classic. His ‘On My Own’ is one of the best bits of music ever. It’s like a head on collision between My Bloody Valentine and a techno record, without being either. If someone manages to do just one thing that is breath-taking in their life, they’ve got my respect for that.”
TRAAMS
“They come from Chichester, and they did some shows with us last year. I think they‘re really good, as does BBC 6 Music’s Marc Riley, who was playing their record for two weeks straight recently.”
LONELADY
“We’ve known her for years, so we have a strong personal connection with her. It’s taut, funky and minimal. She hasn’t done anything for a while, so this is a small comeback.” She’s a fantastically good guitarist, she’s so inventive…”
“It’s my other band! We have an album coming out in December. So the show will be our first in four years, and double as an album launch.”
“They’re (Wire guitarist) Matt’s band. He’s an incredible talent. It showcases a different side of what he does, they’re a bit more experimental and ‘American’. There are drop dead gorgeous tracks across all of their albums.”
HEXENSCHUSS
“This is probably one of the most obscure things on the bill. I don’t think they’ve ever played in Britain before. They’re just keyboards and drums instrumental. They’re really coming from somewhere else.”
YOUNG HUSBANDS
“A young band, they’re a guitar rock four-piece that have some great songs. Their track: ‘Constantly In Love’ was just one of those universal songs. I can’t understand why it wasn’t a worldwide hit.”
WIN TICKETS TO DRILL FESTIVAL The lovely people at Drill Festival have given us a pair of tickets to their event to just giveaway! All you have to do to be in with a chance is answer the following question! Which legendary rock band is curating Drill Festival? A. B. C.
The Chuckle Brothers Transatlantic Cable Wire
Send your answer, including your name, address and telephone number to: competition@bn1magazine.co.uk Please put ‘DRILL’ in the subject header. Winners will be announced at the end of Nov. Terms & Conditions apply samaris
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Alan Davies It’s a victory worth sharing
By Stuart Rolt
The amiable shaggy-haired comic will be familiar to millions as providing a down to earth foil to the perceived genius of Stephen Fry, on their long-running QI TV show, or as a crime-solving magician’s assistant in BBC drama series Jonathan Creek. However it had been quite a while since he’d returned to where he made his name – the stand-up circuit.
He’s only recently properly opened up about suffering family tragedy, his depression and the years of therapy peppering his real life, but it’s a safe assumption he’s a stronger and more focussed person of late. This has to be due largely to his becoming a proud father. “Kids are amazing really. Every day is different, and they’re changing all the time. There’s no time to think about anything.”
That is until 2012, which saw Davies begin flexing his muscles in a live arena again, after a break of over a decade. That show “Life is Pain” drew its concept from the tale of a child, whilst being admonished by a parent, responding: “life is pain!” This provided the springboard for a series of reflections on the nature of life and family dynamics, and an evolution in Davies’ comedy style.
Undoubtedly there’s a strong family theme to his new show. Whether discussing how his children fail to realise his food intentions or his occasional amusement from their misadventures, there’s no shortage of hilarious recollections. Titled Little Victories, the show offers another unusual mix of soul-baring confessions.
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Polished, insightful and darkly funny, it was a long way from his early more laddish stand-up. There was a strikingly honest self-analysis now infusing his return to the stage. ‘Life is Pain’ was an enthralling series of reflections from Davies. Growing old, humiliation at the hands of his kids, trying to reconcile what happened during his own childhood and a complicated relationship with his father, these may be idiosyncratic themes for a comedy show, yet it was a solidly hilarious performance. Life can be pain, but that’s not to say the ironic, the inappropriate and the plain awkward situations it throws up can’t offer flashes of dark amusement.
The return to touring stemmed from a few of his projects not working out as planned. This made him realise if he put as much work into writing, he could produce at least six live shows. “It works better with a family life, as opposed to a filming schedule, which is quite unforgiving,” he tells me. “It’s different now. I think of it as a day out, I’m not drinking at the moment, so I don’t think of it as opportunity to cut loose whilst I’m out the house. It’s a nice way to work.” Perhaps it’s the significant changes to his lifestyle that prompted the change in comedy outlook. On my mind is the incident outside London’s Groucho Club in 2007, when, after a few drinks, Davies playfully tried to bite off the ear of a passer-by who’d bombarded him with profanities. I wanted to ask him about this, but decided against it. We’d already taken a break in our call, a family matter demanding immediate attention, leaving me reluctant to add to the hassles of his day. Perhaps I was just feeling soft, or was I genuinely warming to the comedian? He’d already been brutally honest with me earlier on, instilling me with a certain sense of respect.
ING IN MY “WHATEVER I’M DO MING UP LIFE , WHEN I’M CO UND TO WITH A SHOW, IS BO BE REFLECTED.”
It’s a statement of middle-aged induced torment perhaps, but even if the show doesn’t provoke understanding, it’s a cold heart that doesn’t delight in kids swearing, the perils of changing nappies or a grown man interacting with kids’ play equipment. “It’s quite personal and autobiographical now; all the material is from last year. My father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and the kids are just tossers now, so I’m not getting a lot of sleep. When I put it like that, it sounds like a misery memoir, which it’s not.” Once again it’s deeply personal, achingly funny and occasionally ironic material from a comedian that’s only just beginning to reach the peak of his abilities. In the hands of lesser talent, some of these recollections could be tear-jerking, but Davies has little time for mawkishness. His life has changed, and is indeed still changing, bringing with it a new set of bizarre and painful circumstances. You get the idea his children will be bringing comic inspiration to Davies for a very long time yet. “I think they’re getting an inkling as to what I do now. When I was doing a show for Dave, there was a big poster for it at our local station. They probably think everyone’s Daddy has their picture on the wall of the Tube.” Alan Davies - Little Victories comes to Dome Concert Hall, on Sat 6 Dec 2014
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TOPMAN TOPSHOP
At some point over the summer, you probably will have noticed a lot of crashing and banging going on outside of Churchill Square. No, I’m not talking about the buskers with a bin and a frying pan, thinking they are the next generation of STOMP! No, our city shopping centre has had a facelift. Furthermore, nestled nicely in the middle of it all is a brand spanking new Topshop/Topman. Now I have been a customer of this fashionable high street store for a number of years. However over the last few, fear of being escorted out by the armpits for attempting to pass myself off as someone that isn’t over 30 and no longer a size ‘teenager’ has kept me at bay. So earlier this month, you can imagine my trepidation when my colleague and I went down to try their new premium, complimentary personal shopper service. As we made our way through the shop, past selections of cool clothing and up to the exclusive suite, I already had dream items running through my head. We were greeted by the (of course) smartly dressed team, who informed us that John James would be taking care of my companion, while Olivia would be looking after me. While John James got straight on the case, already plucking looks and items out of his mind as my colleague described his want for a more smart
but still casual style, Olivia asked me what kind of outfit I was going for. As someone who is quite happy and comfortable at any time of day in her pyjamas, I decided to see if Olivia could help me with some smart but non-restrictive workwear. After a few minutes briefing on suitable garments (basically as long as it cleverly disguised my cankles), I waited in a huge changing room as she came back with a varied choice of trousers, blouses, dresses, shoes and jewellery. At this point, I would like to say that while my colleague was suited and booted within a normal amount of time, Olivia exceeded my expectations by really spending time to make sure that the mixture of my insecurities and indecision on fashion turned into a really respectable looking outfit. She understood perfectly my needs and was quick to point out those items that didn’t suit, instilling an added sense of trust that she wasn’t just humouring me. What was impressive about Topshop/Topman’s complimentary new service is that it is not only a luxury for those who love to shop and are in tune with their ‘Fashionista’ self but for all parts of the spectrum, down to those who like me, welcome just a little guidance and reassurance. Topman/Topshop - 7 Churchill Square Shopping Centre, Brighton, BN1 2TE
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THEATRE
THE SMALL HAND
COLLECTOR OF TEARS
NAOMI’S FLIGHT
Mon 3 – Sat 8 Nov
Wed 5 Nov
Tue 11 – Fri 14 Nov
PLANNER
Theatre Royal
Marlborough Theatre
The Old Market
The critically acclaimed Woman in Black was one of the most petrifying stage plays ever staged. Now its author Susan Hill returns with an even scarier story. Starring Andrew Lancel, Diane Keen and Robert Duncan, The Small Hand promises a new level of terror.
A poetic and epic love story spanning over 4 hundred years, Collector of Tears is told by Tanya Sealt, a young woman who cannot age until she has cried. Instead Tanya collects tears from the people she encounters during moments of radical English history.
Combining theatrical storytelling with aerial acrobatics, Naomi’s Flight follows a narrative exploring illness, loss and withdrawal. Challenging, beautiful and thoughtprovoking, this is an extraordinary account of commonplace experiences.
An art dealer comes across a derelict Edwardian house, after taking a wrong turn. He takes a closer look, but suffers a ghostly encounter. Afterwards he suffers recurring nightmares and panic attacks, so he tries to discover more about the house and its occupants.
Ultimately this hauntingly lyrical play is about humanity, human rights and the universality of love. Collector of Tears received a Peggy Ramsay Foundation Grant in 2012. An earlier version was given development time and performances at The Queens Hall Arts Centre, Hexham in 2009.
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Performed on three asymmetrical suspended steel sculptures, it portrays the love story of 82 year old George and his wife Naomi, stricken with dementia. Using movement to express a life bound by physicality as mental facilities wane; blinking in and out of existence, powerful, poetic, and humorousthis is a courageous journey into an upside down world. www.theoldmarket.com
GROUNDED
MISS BEHAVE’S GAMESHOW
GOLEM
Fri 21 Nov
Fri 21 Nov
Fri 21 – Sat 22 Nov
Dome Studio Theatre
The Marlborough Theatre
The Old Market
A gripping and compulsive new play, that flies from the heights of lyricism to the shallows of workaday existence. A Top Gun pilot is grounded after becoming pregnant. Now, she flies remote-controlled drones over the Middle East. Struggling through 12-hour shifts far from the battlefield, she hunts terrorists by day and is a wife and mother by night.
Cardboard and glitter for one night only, here’s a renegade gameshow for the austerity generation. Part Gameshow, part Variety Show, part Disco… and everyone’s a winner! In a reaction to the slick and earnest high production populating the world of modern entertainment, Miss Behave presents a deliberately lo-fi, silly and audience-centric bag of fun. Ably assisted by her glamorous assistant Harriet, Miss Behave creates a world of anarchy, chaos and fun for all.
Acclaimed theatre company, 1927, make a welcome return to The Old Market for a residency. Their new show Golem, a fantastical tale of an extraordinarily ordinary man and his Golem, synchronises live performance and music, with stunning handdrawn animation, claymation and film.
Using Western values, the morality of modern military tactics and our sense of humanity, Grounded targets assumptions about war, family and what it is to be a woman. A sobering story of our times. www.brightondome.org
T&Cs: Bring your phone. Keep it ON. Think for yourself. Use your initiative. Life’s not fair. Nothing means anything. There are no rules.
One day, Robert Robertson buys a Golem. He’s apprehensive at first, but anxiety turns to excitement as it starts to make life easier. Robertson becomes more relaxed, happy and confident. Now he’s a modern man with his very own Golem, and he thinks he’s in control...
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NOVEMBER OUR COUNTRY’S GOOD
YERMA
Tue 11 - Sat 15 Nov
Wed 12 Nov, 7.30pm Theatre Royal
The true story of convicts putting on a play under the guidance of an earnest young marine officer, this is a beautiful demonstration of how dignity can emerge from hopelessness. As the barriers between captors and captives break down, they start to discover each other, both onstage and behind the scenes. Our Country’s Good premiered at the Royal Court Theatre 25 years ago, before winning major awards on both sides of the Atlantic. Idealistic, vigorous and uplifting this new production by original director, Max StaffordClark, was hailed as a triumph.
HOKE’S BLUFF Sat 15 Nov Dome Studio Theatre
This Kathak interpretation of the story of Yerma filters Federico Garcia Lorca’s savage, yet lyrical, play through the beauty of Indian classical dance accompanied by live musicians. A woman’s despairing desire for motherhood becomes an obsession. Her situation, acutely at odds with what is expected of her by society, moves her to commit a terrible crime.
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This production transplants the action from rural Spain to a contemporary British inner-city community. The timeless themes of loneliness, desire, expectation and frustration remain, now enhanced by boundary-pushing of Kathak dance. www.brightondome.org
THE MUDDY CHOIR
TWELFTH NIGHT
Sun 23 - Mon 24 Nov
Tue 25 - Sat 29 Nov Dome Studio Theatre
November 1917, and the Third Battle of Ypres lurches towards its bloody conclusion. Three young soldiers are thrust into a landscape starkly different to the playing fields of their home. When their singing causes a disturbance, they face unwelcome attention from their commanding officers. Is music their ticket away from the front, or will it prove more dangerous than bullets and gas? Commissioned and produced by Theatre Centre, The Muddy Choir is a story about boys growing up and the humanising power of music, marking the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War. www.brightondome.org
Corn Exchange It’s a familiar underdog story we’ve all heard a million times before, about a team playing a sport we don’t understand; about winning the game; and about winning in life, whatever it takes. Hoke’s Bluff tears into clichéd high school storylines and inspiring locker room speeches, examining America’s nostalgic yearning for the simplicity and success. Through hackneyed formulas and cheap sentimentality, we find out what it means to be a real winner. But beneath the acerbic portrayal of US teen spirit, there’s a true affection for its sugary romantic notions. www.brightondome.org
A FAREWELL TO ARMS Thu 27 – Sat 29 Nov Theatre Royal
A shipwreck separates twins who begin new lives unknowingly in the same land. Disguise and deception, unrequited love and confusion set the scene for this hilarious Shakespearian comedy. Fusing vivid storytelling with director Jonathan Munby’s highly distinctive visual style, Twelfth Night includes some of Shakespeare’s best loved characters, including Malvolio, Viola, Sir Toby Belch and Orsino. Munby was nominated for an Outstanding Director with The Dog in the Manager for the Shakespeare Theatere Company and won public and critical acclaim for his productions of Sondheim’s Company and Julius Caesar. www.atgtickets.com/brighton
The Old Market Acclaimed theatre makers - imitating the dog - bring their unique theatrical vision to an adaptation of A Farewell to Arms. Fusing video projection, innovative stage design and original music, they bring Ernest Hemingway’s meditation on love and the brutality of warfare to life. Based on the author’s real-life Great War experience in Italy, it follows the story of an American ambulance driver and his relationship with a British nurse. They discover the redemptive power of love and experience the loss of innocence, as their relationship cements during this devastating conflict. www.theoldmarket.com
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The Dog Hotel We check-in and order groom service at the House Of Hugo
Taking a joyous and celebratory look at all things canine, ‘The Dog Hotel’ follows doggy behaviourist and hydrotherapist Matt and Leon, on their barking-mad journey to provide the best pet care in the UK. Luxury memory foam beds, tranquil spa treatments, state-of-the-art gym facilities, a restorative hydrotherapy pool… no, this is not an inventory from the Hilton Hotel, this is a catalogue of but a few services provided by Shoreham-based couple Matt and Leon Henderson-Rood, in their five star boutique doggy hotel ‘House of Hugo’.
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Pampered pooches of Brighton and surrounding areas have at long last found their ultimate nirvana in the form of the ‘House of Hugo’, or ‘The Dog Hotel’ as it is known by Factory Films and digital channel ‘Watch’. This particular boarding-house provides a vast selection of lavish and somewhat eccentric services for man’s best friend - and what is Brighton but wacky and eccentric? Understandably then, the ‘House of Hugo’ has proved to be hugely successful, with a strong clientele list, repeat custom, and a number of success stories.
Lately, the doggy day-care market has been flourishing with innovative canine-centric concepts such as the ‘Borrow My Doggy’ online match-maker and the pop-up pup café-cumcrèches found in Brighton and London. What is it then, that differentiates ‘House of Hugo’ (HOH) from the competition? “Our strapline is ‘The Ultimate Dog Experience.’ We want it to be like Disneyland for dogs, basically,” explains Leon, in an undiluted stream of consciousness. “That’s the best way to put it I think… We just wanna progress and get better, and since doing the TV series we’ve come up with a whole range of ideas
Upon the mention of their new ideas, his tone audibly changes to one of utter animation.
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According to Leon, who can barely contain his excitement, this new project is set to be showcased in the New Year and will be featured in their dog-u-soap TV series. For a couple who literally live, sleep and breathe dog, (yes, the Henderson-Roods do indeed sleep onsite at HOH, and are on call 24/7 to tend to every dog’s need) it isn’t unusual that the two are endlessly foraging for new and unique ideas to cater to both pet and parent. Providing this scintillating, all-singing alldancing “Disneyland for Dogs” is of utmost importance to the duo, who share an incomparable passion for all things hound.
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Episode four of ‘The Dog Hotel’ saw the pair judging auditions, to ‘discover’ the face of their new male and female HOH signature scent. “We did an open audition like X-Factor, chose two dogs, and then got this house on Shoreham beach called the WOW house. It was amazing. We did the photo-shoot there for the publicity shots, so on the [company] postcards and posters we’ve got two different dogs for the scent.” To date, the business also incorporates a dog gym, with bespoke weight-loss programmes for the paunchier pooch, a Reiki healing programme, for those who have encountered any physical or emotional trauma, grooming facilities for dogs in dire need of a trim, and aromatherapy massages for general pooch relaxation. To top it off, the couple also create gourmet doggy snacks and ice-cream treats, and even have their very own doggy clothing range in the pipeline. Utterly dedicated to the cause, the flamboyant and bubbly twosome have proved ideal TV personalities, and admittedly love having a TV crew around to document their antics. It’s unsurprising that Leon previously worked as a children’s TV presenter, given his wacky, positive disposition. Between them, the couple have had many previous experiences unrelated to the four-legged variety; Matt worked as a flight attendant for British Airways, whilst Leon worked in a boutique hotel in Brighton - and together they were full-time foster carers. Amalgamating their skills and experience, the pair later came up with the concept of HOH, and dedicated their time to training in their respective areas of doggy care. They now have a ten-man strong team, and a matriarchal mentor in the form of successful millionaire and friend Gina Citroni, who advises (and frequently scolds) them on their business acumen. ‘The Dog Hotel’ delivers some truly heart-warming moments throughout the series; particularly so when Matt and Leon genuinely transform the lives of the pooches in their care. “My biggest reward is getting a dog to walk again that [was] advised, by a vet, to be put down. I’m blubbing up just thinking about it…” says Leon. Matt, on the other hand, explains that one of his most rewarding experiences was taming “Little Midge, the white Terrier” with the help of her owner in episode six, using counter-conditioning techniques. Fundamentally, it’s not about canine gimmicks and glamorous amenities for these furry-friend-enthusiasts. It’s about the enduring love between man and dog. “It’s like I own like 2000 dogs,” Leon laughs. “Cause they’re all so happy to see you, you know? And it’s just so lovely. That’s probably the most rewarding part, just seeing their little faces!” The Dog Hotel is broadcast by Watch TV, on Tuesdays at 8pm www.houseofhugo.com
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TIFF STEVENSON
LORRAINE BOWEN’S CABARET CAMPANOLOGY Sat 1 Nov
THE QUEEN’S KNICKERS
Sun 2 Nov
Sat 8 Nov Komedia
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After landing several highly sought after roles, alongside Ricky Gervais in The Office and Stephen Fry in Absolute Power, the quick-witted actress gave an unforgettable Edinburgh Fringe performance in the Eric Bogosian play, Talk Radio. Following several spectacular reviews from her previous solo performances in Cavewoman and Along Came A Spider, Tiff has been touted as one of the best female newcomers on the acting scene. Widely praised for her fantastically free-spoken perspectives and sharp witted observations on everyday life, Tiff offers an evening of tongue in cheek humorous delights.
This ridiculously riotous production follows the events that unveil after the Queen’s pants disappear without a trace. Guarded everyday by the Queen’s dutiful maid Dilys as though they were as treasured as the crown jewels, the pair awake one morning to find the knickers gone.
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PAUL FOOT: HOVERCRAFT SYMPHONY IN GAMMON SHARP MAJOR
TONY JAMESON – FOOTBALL MANAGER RUINED MY LIFE
SEAN HUGHES – PENGUINS
Wed 19 Nov
Wed 19 Nov
Brighton funny woman Lorraine Bowen makes a riotous return to with her brand new comedy cabaret. Best-known for bizarrely offbeat stage show appearances, including The Chalkwell Ladies Drum ‘n’ Bass League and Polyester Fiesta, her cabaret camapanology also features hand bell extraordinaire Ms Sandra Winter straight from her South Korea tour. Bowen has previously appeared on The One Show and BBC radio Woman’s Hour and with her performances often being described as ‘The Mighty Boosh meets Mary Poppins’. Her eccentric and light-hearted comic genius will certainly give you a night to remember. www.komedia.co.uk/brighton
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Dubbed a ‘cult classic’, Paul Foot takes hysterically perceptive wit to an all new level in his latest production - Hovercraft Symphony in Gammon Sharp Major. Gaining a remarkable following known as The Guild of Connoisseurs, Paul is best-known for his unbeatable appearances on BBC1’s “Would I Lie To You”, BBC2’s “Never Mind The Buzzcocks” and C4’s “8 Out Of 10 Cats”. This skilled comic delves into the absurd, challenging the audience to leave without their sides aching from laughter. After receiving 5-star reviews all round, following his most recent tour, the irreplaceable Paul is one act not to be missed this Nov. www.komedia.co.uk/brighton
A nationwide search begins causing the entire country to enter a state of alarm, with several side-splitting adventures and hurdles for Dilys to overcome. An ode to clothes voiced by two gifted actors inviting you to watch a refreshingly fun performance enjoyable for all ages.
Tues 25 Nov
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The Old Market
A fantastic debut for comedy newcomer Tony Jameson, with his never-before-seen UK tour. Following the realisation that he has been sat playing the same video game for the past 20 years, Tony fears he is doomed as his supposed mid-life crisis draws near, despite he is in fact only 33. Has he really thrown away the best years of his life? Is it too late for him to put things right or will he manage to escape his fast approaching fate. Taking a heart-warming and laid back stance to storytelling, Tony mixes together turbulent tales with football references he hopes you have heard of.
Back on tour after being awarded the Herald Angels Award for Best Comedy Show and achieving sell-out success at the Edinburgh Fringe, Sean Hughes brings his outstandingly applauded ‘Penguins’ to Brighton this month.
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Warmly acknowledged for his lengthy stretch as team captain on ‘Never Mind the Buzzcocks’ (BBC2) and Channel 4’s Sean Show, the eccentric Irishman returns with a delightfully fun and surprising presentation which maps out Hughes’ teenage years back in Dublin. With twists and turns along the way, this wonderfully put together performance is both hysterical and heartwarming. www.theoldmarket.com
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NOVEMBER THE NOISE NEXT DOOR’S COMEDY LOCK-IN
CHARITY CHUCKLE Tues 11 Nov Komedia Unmasking several of the finest stand-up acts across the coast, Charity Chuckle is the South-East’s sole comedy fund-raiser, supporting a different local charity each month. This month’s edition features Edinburgh Fringe newcomer Spencer Jones, also known for his recent roles in Skins and BBC’s Uncle; as well as stand-up comic Lou Sanders, as seen on Russell Howard’s Good News and fresh on the block comedy writer Stephanie Laing. A popular event that frequently sells out fast, Charity Chuckle will leave you going home knowing your night out has helped aid a local charity. www.komedia.co.uk/brighton
Thur 13 Nov
Back in Brighton, after sell-out success at this year’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Noise Next Door return with a comedy lock in. A sure to be unforgettable performance, the night will no doubt unleash some superbly chaotic comedy, packed with uproarious gags and hilarious musical interludes. November’s special guests feature BBC3’s ‘Badults’ and ‘Live at the Electric’ comedy duo Max and Ivan alongside stand-up genius and renowned storyteller Andrew Bird. An unequalled night of comedy with special guest performances featuring some of the finest acts on the comedy circuit. www.komedia.co.uk/brighton
AN EVENING WITH NOEL FIELDING
Fri 28 Nov
Sat 29 Nov
Fancy a grumble about the globe? Got a bone to pick with British politics? Andy Zaltzman offers you the chance to just let it all out. On purchasing your ticket, you’re in with the chance to submit your very own satirical query on why the world is getting you down. Following the success of his worldwide hit podcast The Bugle in which he stars alongside The Daily Show’s John Oliver, Zaltzman makes a worthy return with the most productive stand-up show of the year. Expect uniquely strung together hysterical responses to the worries and woes of your fellow audience members. www.ropetacklecentre.co.uk
Sat 15 Nov
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ANDY ZALTZMAN Ropetackle Arts Centre
BARNSTORMERS COMEDY CLUB
Brighton Centre A mind-boggling mix of music, live animation and stand-up comedy, from the brain behind The Mighty Boosh. Following frequent appearances on Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Channel 4’s Big Fat Quiz Of The Year, Noel Fielding provides a brand new live tour sure to blow the minds of even the most eccentric amongst us. Featuring a few of Fielding’s favourite TV characters including The Moon and Fantasy Man, you’ll be in for an unforgettable night of nonsense that will leave your brains warped for eternity. So prepare to enter into a fantastical world of pure gobbledygook for one whole night. www.brightoncentre.co.uk
Ropetackle Arts Centre Promising a night of first class comedy action, Barnstormers ensure a memorable time at the Ropetackle, each month featuring some of the finest stand-up comics from across the UK. With their unique style of comedy mayhem, the Barnstormers troupe never fails to entertain, capturing the audience from start to finish. Packed with hilarious new sketches each month, the comics compete to win over the hearts of their audience, with plenty of interaction and a chance to join in. Enjoyable for any age group, Barnstormers remains an unbeatable night of laughter with plenty of fun to be had by all. www.ropetacklecentre.co.uk
JOHN SHUTTLEWORTH: A WEE KEN TO REMEMBER Sun 30 Nov
Brighton Dome
After the triumph of BBC Radio 4’s John Shuttleworth’s Lounge Music, the brilliantly clever singer and organist appears with a freshly-hewn show in which he reminisces his favourite weekends past. Yet unfortunately, due to a typographical error on John’s poster, the singer is indebted to devote part of the evening in a tribute to his pocket-sized manager and next-doorneighbour, Ken Worthington. Dubbed “Sheffield’s funniest man” by The Times, Shuttleworth performs several of his classic songs along with a glimpse at some of his newly written melodies. Flawless stand-up and a series of songs that will melt your heart. www.brightondome.org
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WWE Live Spandex ballet!
Broadcast in over 150 countries to more than 650 million homes worldwide, the WWE Universe is exactly that- a universe. For decades, WWE has been an enduring powerhouse in sports entertainment, with stars such as John Cena, The Undertaker and Hulk Hogan winning the hearts of adults and children alike across the globe. And now, that ever expanding universe is (finally!) extending its reach to some untapped territory our very own Brighton Centre. BN1 were lucky enough to chat with the Ghanaian high-flyer himself, Kofi Kingston, ahead of their 17-day UK tour this month. Amidst performing more than 320 live shows in a year, WWE Superstars will be hitting the Brighton Centre on Tue 11 Nov, for a long overdue show fans are dying to see. “This is actually going to be a new market for us. We’ve been going to the UK for years now, but never to Brighton in particular. So yeah, we’re all really looking forward to being there and spreading our wings, and I’m sure the people over there are looking forward to having us too.” It seems that the rowdy nature of UK audiences is a welcomed embrace to Superstars like Kofi. Throughout the standard WWE chants that emit from the crowds, distinctive football fan-esque melodies unique to the UK define the lively atmosphere. “Each city is different, and everyone’s just really happy to be there. It makes it very easy for us to perform there and like I said, I’m really looking forward to it.” The 33 year-old Superstar made his debut back in 2006, and has since enthralled fans with the mesmerising acts of agility and strength that won him ten championships. These titles include the Intercontinental Belt four times, as well as tag team titles with the likes of CM Punk and R-Truth. The most notable moments of Kofi’s bouts are as he defies gravity at the famed Royal Rumble, taking centre stage with spellbinding acrobatics to avoid touching the floor around the ring. “It’s all I’ve ever wanted to be since I was a kid,” Kofi tells me. “I grew up watching guys like Shawn Michaels and Ricky Steamboat. I was just so enamoured by the whole spectacle and entertainment aspect of it. It’s basically like storytelling. You always have good guys and the bad guys, you know, it’s the battle of good and evil! You mix that up with an athletic contest and put it in the ring- I just couldn’t help being attracted to it.”
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It won’t surprise many of you to know that Kofi’s favourite current superstars include Big-E and Xavier Woods. Their tight bond and relationship, born from being on the road together for so long, is easily identified from watching them over the last few months. An alliance between the three has been strongly suggested, and Kofi excitedly hints that something is in the works, but he wouldn’t want to count his chickens before they’ve hatched. “Actually,” he reveals, “when we come to Brighton, I will be in a match with Xavier Woods, probably taking on the Wyatts, Eric Rowan and Luke Harper. It makes for a great dynamic when you’re in the ring and partnered with someone you like, you know what I mean?” Nonetheless, there’s far more to being a WWE Superstar than meets the eye. “When I decided I wanted to be a WWE Superstar as a kid, it was kind of for selfish reasons. I wanted to get in there and have great matches, but I never realised how big of a voice the WWE would have.” Kofi admits his favourite part will always be meeting the fans and encouraging young people to go out and follow their dreams, just as he did. But it’s a hard life being on the road for so many days out of the year. “Especially now, my son is about 17 months,” he continues. “We’re probably on the road for five days of the week, but luckily in this day and age we have FaceTime and Skype, so I can still see him pretty much every day. But being away from home and your family is definitely the hardest part of being a WWE Superstar.” And as for the long overdue appearance of the WWE Network to European audiences? “I know they’re trying to get it over there ASAP,” he laughs. “We just gotta sit tight and wait, and it’ll be over there sooner than later!”
The WWE will be visiting the Brighton Centre on Tue 11 Nov, tickets are available now at www.brightoncentre.co.uk or by calling 0844 847 1515
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Getting physical and getting smart with Bluetooth!
Matchbox Mobile give us the inside tech spiel... There’s never been a better time to make something real using Bluetooth Smart. Whilst the last few years have seen mobile apps become routine, this year has really opened up new ways of engaging with the physical world.
At Matchbox, we are passionate about the potential of Bluetooth Smart, and we are working with the Bluetooth Special Interest Group, an international body that defines and promotes Bluetooth technology.
We recently braved the bicycle-thronged roads of Amsterdam to give a talk at Bluetooth World Europe. There we learned about the Internet of Things, the excellent projects people are working on, and how much of it boils down to Bluetooth. • BEACONS: You will have heard of Apple’s iBeacons; low-powered short-range radios that broadcast a unique ID your smartphone can pick up. All beacons, not just Apple’s, use Bluetooth Smart to let you know something interesting is nearby: a shop entrance, a pile of last season’s cashmere sweaters, a public convenience. The power of the beacon lies in how it hooks us into a much larger system of data gathering and targeted content (yes this means advertising, too) and lets us interact with retailers, the real world and each other.
• BEATS: Dr. Kate Stone has a superb TED talk about using special ink to print DJ decks onto paper and, with Bluetooth Smart, get mixing and scratching like a superstar DJ.
• BREMEN IN GERMANY: This is where the clever folks at TobyRich are working on a super-stable and tiny remote-controlled toy aeroplane. It’s forgiving, it’s fast, it’s agile – and you drive it with your phone.
• BRIGHTON: With maker fairs and hack-a-thons, a mass of talented techies and dynamic business dreamers, our city is a perfect place to pitch and prototype your crazy new idea. How about a contact lens that flashes red when your heart rate goes up? Or a ringtone you can smell? Already on Kickstarter.
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Burgers & Cocktails Welcome to the patty... Finding the right burger is like finding the right man. Some might say it’s mission impossible, some might think the right one just doesn’t exist and others will know that it’s all about trial, error, perseverance and getting yourself out there. Fortunately, there’s an ubiquity of burger places (and men) in Brighton, ranging from the fast to the fancy. The purpose-serving drunken quickie burger - easily forgotten. The deliciously dirty burger-van-burger. The hot-spicy-and a-little-bit dangerous chilli burger. The good honest no-animalswere-hurt-ever veggie burger. There’s a time and a place for them all. Brighton’s burger diversity means there is plenty of potential for good, bad and ugly patty-and-bun experiences. A good burger is a beautiful thing, and you never want it to end. A bad burger can ruin your week. The ugly; a huge sloppy mess on a plate that can only be consumed like a proactive cat finishing off a rabbit carcass. So with Brighton’s burger perfectionists opening up all over the city, is there room for one more? And more importantly, could it be the one? On a sunny Autumnal lunchtime, myself and my colleague went in search of burgers and everything that goes with them, so headed to Burgers and Cocktails on North Road. There was an instant attraction to the slick surroundings as we arrived. This was the kind of burger joint that wouldn’t look out of place in a Tarantino film. Bleached wooden interior, Hokusai-inspired waves on the wall, soulful tunes and damn comfy window seats; the perfect setting for our burger pursuit. Our server Emily was incredibly welcoming without being intrusive, and was so passionate about the food and surroundings. Being slightly strapped for time, we regrettably skipped the starters, which included Veggie Nachos (£6.95) and Fajita Spiced Chicken Wings (£5.10). Going straight in for the burgers, my colleague jumped on The American with Irish Reared Beef, bacon, mushrooms and American Cheese (£7.95).
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By Beki Turner all-new-to-me aubergine and goat’s cheese burger with roasted garlic aioli (£6.95). We opted to share the large crinkly fries (£3.95), Deep Fried Onion Rings (£2.50) and the Coleslaw (£2.75). Our food arrived all at once and in good time. My colleague stopped talking, which was an indication that his burger was a good one. He eventually reported juiciness without the greasiness, and I could see in his eyes that he was feeling pretty taken by its taste. The goat’s cheese burger looked great, and tasted awesome. As the flavours melted together - the softness of the aubergine embracing the punchiness of the goat’s cheese - I felt truly loved up. I tried to get a look in on the chips and onion rings, but my eager dining partner put up a good fight. We agreed that they were refreshing and grease-free with lashings of crispiness, complimented by the fresh, creamy coleslaw. Not being much of a daytime drinker, I left the cocktail bit down to my colleague. He went for his usual lunchtime tipple of Strawberry, Lime and Passion Fruit Daiquiri (£6.95) which was absolutely gorgeous and looked stunning. Emily recommended the non-boozy Strawberry Smash for me (£3.00), which was a fruity little number comprising of strawberry puree, lemon juice and mint. It was divine. Having caught the cocktail bug, my companion also demolished a Brighton Beach Iced Tea which was an off-the-menu boozy delight with the addition of popping candy. Yes, popping candy. The dessert menu was tempting, but we declined Key Lime Pie (£4.95), a glorious list of ice-cream sundaes including Banoffee Popcorn (£5.50) and Retro Black Forest (£5.75) due to our overindulgence and inability to walk properly. We did, however, promise to return and try their all-new weekend brunch menu, which includes Banana Waffles and the Breakfast Burger. Burgers and Cocktails offer a generous 20% discount for students all day Monday to Friday and after 6pm on a Sunday, catering for omnivores, vegetarians and vegans.
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It’s spicy by the seaside.. The last time I went to the Marina I’m embarrassed to say that I was that girl obsessed with army combat trousers, football and trainers (don’t worry, I grew out of it). I don’t really journey to this side of town to watch the latest 12-rated film or (try to) smash my friends and family at bowling anymore. Instead of swapping my shoes, I came out to try one of the newly opened restaurants, Blue Mango. It’s an Indian oasis tucked away in a rainy, grey-skied corner of Brighton (this evening at least), which welcomes us in out of the cold. The décor is a majestic mixture of gold and red, warming us from the moment we walk in. Combined with friendly staff ready to greet us in traditional Indian dress - think rich fabrics and intricate detailing - we are happy with how our Monday evening has begun. It also has a large blue light brightening up the main restaurant as a nice contrast. We were shown to a booth with a low lamp hanging over the table that really added to the atmosphere. I’ve always enjoyed a good curry, although recently I’ve shied away from super hot foods as I’ve completely lost my knack for coping with spice. I was glad to be distracted when we were recommended a Georgian wine with floral notes: Marani Alazani Valley, which perfectly whet our palates. As we waited, we were given complementary papadums with four dips to choose from. Though our starters took a little longer than expected, we were certainly not disappointed when they finally hit our table. My favourite has to be the tandoori seabass that literally melted in my mouth pretty much instantly and whose perfect searing was complimented by its flavour. We also had Akbari Lamb Chops, which looked and tasted great though but could have had some more meat on the bone. We
By Freya Hughes were served Lasooni Khumb too – the most tenderly cooked stuffed mushrooms I think I’ve ever eaten. The starters (ranging from £4.75-£8.95) were accompanied by beautifully sculpted garnishes such as onions, cucumbers and radishes shaped into flowers and petals that, despite being par for the course in Indian restaurants, were a really nice touch. On the next bottle, we were recommended a drier Marani, called Mtsvane, which went nicely with the main. After a welcome gap between courses, our mains were served. As a seafood lover, I opted for the King Prawn Karahi (£11.95). The succulent prawns were perfect with slightly crunchy onions and peppers cooked in with the sauce. The spices (ground to order for freshness) took nothing away from the taste of the prawns, which were divine. My dining partners had the very tender Punjabi Deg Sey Lamb (£10.95) and the flavoursome vegetarian option, Dal Makhari (£6.95). By this point we were rather full (to put it gently!) so we opted for bread instead of rice to accompany our mains. The naans are made from scratch – the best, we thought, being flakey and full of coriander. Executive head chef Rakesh Kumar came to our table to make sure we were happy. Cooking since the early 1980s in Delhi, he explains that his grandfather inspired his line of work. He keeps his standards high and will work outside of the menu for customer satisfaction. Fit to burst, dessert arrived. We had warm cinnamon sponge with homemade vanilla ice cream served in a martini glass gorgeous. Eventually we waddled out in the cold, wondering if eating out would ever be the same again. www.bluemangobrighton.com
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La Cave à Fromage C’est La Brie La Cave á Fromage does exactly what it says on the tin; a room filled to the brim with wonderfully pungent, top class cheese as well as a selection of those things that go best with cheese: wine, cured meats and bread. This is no place to come for something to grate over your spag bol; this is a place for people who really love and appreciate good cheese; this is for the connoisseurs, or at least the aspiring. We were in for an education with an interesting twist. The element of competition, successfully rids this cheese tasting night of any stuffiness, and automatically generates conversation around the table. The plain and simple task tonight: to learn about cheese, to eat cheese, drink wine, and pick a winner. Seated at the back of the ‘cave’, each guest is presented with a black slate. On it: four English cheeses go head to head with four French cheeses. Each table is also given a mouthwateringly good selection of cured meats and some little slices of poppy seed bread. First up is the Cremet and La Colline aux Chévres. A dry white is poured into each glass to complement the lemony notes in the goat’s cheese, and instructions to eat the cheese alone are given. Our hosts are passionate and knowledgeable, detailing how to taste the cheese effectively and how to take in the wine. For me, one little bite and there’s a clear favourite. The Cremet is creamy, full of flavour and melts in the mouth. After I eat half my slice, I can’t resist secretly smearing the rest onto a bit of bread. The French contender seems a little mild in comparison. Next it was France’s chance to shine. This time we are told
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By Sarah Gathercole to expect mushroomy tones from the two Camembertstyle cheeses and their fluffy white rinds and are served a medium bodied red to accompany them. We learn the French Rothschild is one of the last few remaining cheeses made using only the milk from the cheese makers’ own herds, therefore is left unpasteurised. This cheese is super-rich and creamy, as promised, and wins this round almost unanimously. Onto the ‘cheddar course’. We are introduced to some harder cheese; a Montgomery Cheddar, which crumbles in the mouth, and a smoother French Cantal Vieux AOC, served with a glass of a much lighter, fruitier red. Although this decision is a little harder to make, the Montgomery gets my vote! Our final indulgence is the blue cheese; our hosts may well have saved the best for last. We all listen intently while the perfect technique for bringing out the full flavour of the cheese is revealed to us. Taking some cheese in our mouths, we are advised to drink our dessert wine through the cheese, to discover a taste sensation. With the final vote in place, the room unveil their winners… a draw is announced! This seems a fair result; no cheese here could really be labelled a loser. On the way out we can’t resist treating ourselves to a rather tasty block. Maybe the wine has gone to our heads, or maybe we now fancy ourselves as connoisseurs? Whatever it might be, the evening had been a great success and I suspect later some curious dreams would have be had by all!
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Señor Buddha An experiment in taste through Spanish and Thai influences Pop-up restaurants are becoming increasingly popular, attracting food lovers who are in search of something new and exciting. Most importantly, they provide an effective way for aspiring chefs to gain important exposure. The opportunity to create dishes for paying guests provides a platform to showcase their skills and to trial their menus, with a view to hone in on what works and what doesn’t. This evening, Lala’s Café, located on George Street in Hove, is the setting for Señor Buddha’s pop-up restaurant. The café itself is a lovely, breezy and colourful place; the ideal host for Mediterranean Tapas, with an Asian twist. All diners have been asked to select five dishes from the menu in advance. Wine is also pre-ordered and in our case is waiting for us on the table when we take our seats. Our smiley, attentive, waitress informs us it is the ‘house red’ and we find it very drinkable indeed. In order to get a rounded view of Señor Buddha’s, we have selected our menu with variety in mind. There is only a little wait before the first dish arrives and as we are booked onto the 9pm sitting, we are certainly ready for it when it does. Dishes arrive at tables one at a time, which does mean they cannot be enjoyed together. Nonetheless, as soon as one dish is polished off, another appears! First up, ‘Scallops and Chorizo’, which is devoured quickly. Served on a slate, the scallops and the pieces of chorizo are quite small, but do complement each other. The coconut & cauliflower puree is an interesting accompaniment, although the coconut gets a little lost. Next, ‘Bloody Mary Tomato Cubes’, (Señor Buddha’s personal favourite) come presented in a glass, alluding to the cocktail that inspires this dish. The vodka is very subtle, but overall, this is a refreshing combination. Before the next dish, we are offered a complimentary aniseed aperitif by ‘Señor Buddha’, who is making his way around the restaurant, greeting all of his guests. He stops for a little chat and we learn of his dream to eventually open a restaurant in Ibiza.
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Then comes the ‘Volcano Chicken’, served on the bone. This is a healthy sized portion and the sweet honey and whiskey marinade makes for some juicy bits of chicken. We find the yellow curry sauce is a little too strong for the potato tortilla dish, although the tortilla itself is made well and unfortunately, the prawns in the spicy whiskey sauce, are slightly overdone. However, the dishes that follow these are very pleasant. The ‘Green Mango Salad’ - a sweeter take on the Thai classic, papaya salad - is light and nicely dressed. The ‘Octopus Tentacles’ are tender and the accompanying, vivid green sauce, reminds me of a coriander spiked aioli. These dishes, we really enjoy. The ‘Mountain Mutton Stew’ - which has been slow-cooked in a ‘secret dry spiced rub and soy sauce’ - falls off the bone and works well with the cardamom-infused coconut milk sauce. Now we are starting to feel quite full and mentally cross off what we have eaten, to work out what is left. We only have to make room for the ‘Lemongrass Halloumi’ and the ‘Lime and Chilli Cured Mackerel’, our final two dishes. The mackerel is tasty, but the rhubarb underneath is a bit tart to really complement its delicate flavour. The halloumi, which comes served on Asian puy lentils with a lemon and ginger foam, is decorated with rose petals. I can’t quite decide on the lemon foam, but who doesn’t love a piece of grilled halloumi?! ‘Señor Buddha’ attributes his fusion menu to his love of the hugely popular Spanish and Thai cuisines and his dishes this evening undoubtedly nod to this. He describes himself, quite simply, as having a good palate, adding he has not been professionally trained or even grown up in a family of foodies. Who knows if his palate alone is enough for success, but the ethos behind his vision is certainly an easy one to get on board with: ‘Great food should be enjoyed by everyone, it shouldn’t be elitist; it should be a way of life’. Well I can’t argue with that! Señor Buddha ‘An Experiment in Taste’ – Pop-up Restaurant at Lala’s Café Hove (5 dishes for £20) www.senorbuddha.co.uk
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Be Gluten Free By Mila Statham
Polenta & Honey Biscuits Recipe: 80g margarine 140g rice flour 140g golden caster sugar 65g polenta, plus extra for sprinkling 1 tbsp honey 1 egg Preheat the oven to 170c. Line a baking tray with baking paper and sprinkle with the extra polenta. Mix the margarine and the sugar together until creamy and smooth. Add the flour and polenta then mix together. Finally add all the remaining ingredients and mix again until completely combined. With polenta dusted hands, roll up a walnut-sized piece of the wet dough into a ball. If it feels too sticky, grab some of the extra polenta and sprinkle over the ball. Press down onto the baking tray to form a biscuit . Repeat until all the dough is used up (leaving quite large spaces between each biscuit). Bake in the preheated oven for 15 - 20 minutes until golden.
Food For Friends Established in 1981 and winner of Foodie Awards ‘Best Restaurant 2012’, Food For Friends is a lovely little vegetarian restaurant in the heart of The Lanes. It is perfect for lunch, dinner, Sunday lunch or a spot of afternoon tea. They even sell cakes made to order.
An extra bonus is that they sell gluten free beer. The afternoon tea has gluten free options and is served between 12pm and 5pm every Monday to Friday.
A lot of the food they sell is also gluten free and vegan. Everything on the menu is clearly labelled if it is gluten free (gf) or if they have a gluten free option (go) for that dish. They also have labels for vegan (v), vo: vegan option (vo) and contains nuts (n). The staff are clearly informed on food allergies and will make sure you were looked after, while the restaurant itself is bright, clean and airy. The food is fantastic and varied, with generous portions and fresh tasting ingredients. All the food served is vibrant and bursting with so many interesting flavours.
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£3.90
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£3.90
Batter fried paneer tossed with fresh green chillies and garlic Masala mash with assorted mushroom shallow fried Chick peas and samosa with yoghurt and chutneys
Potato tikkies with chick peas chutney
• Crispy fried chilli garlic baby squids
£4.50
• Chicken banoo kebab
£4.50
• Kerala beef chilli fry
£5.45
Squid rings marinated with fresh red chillies and garlic paste then deep fried
Hand chopped chicken fillet marinated overnight with black pepper, coriander, royal cumin pan grilled Strips of beef marinated overnight with crushed green chillies, shallots. Curry leaves and fresh ginger
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Strips of duck stir fried with fresh red and green chillies
VEGETABLE SIDE DISH • Paneer butter masala
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Cottage cheese in a buttery sauce with fenugreek
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