Northeast Music Guide

Double Headliner Gig at the Sage Gateshead and the Arc Stockton  Hazel O'Connor and Hugh Cornwell Hazel will perform songs from her stunning back catalogue and her critically acclaimed recent material whilst Hugh’s electric performance will include a mix of solo and classic Stranglers catalogue. Coinciding with the the 2014 release of the new album, Here She Comes, award-winning singer- songwriter Hazel O'Connor teams up with legendary performers - saxophonist Clare Hirst (Bellestars, Communards, David Bowie) and Sarah Fisher (Eurythmics) on keyboards. The superb blend of the three voices and musicianship adds a touch of class to their vibrant performance. Her unforgettable songs from the iconic film Breaking Glass including Eighth Day, Will You, Big Brother and If Only seem even more relevant in our present times. “They were absolutely fantastic, bringing the entire audience roaring to its feet.”  - DAILY TELEGRAPH Hugh Cornwell is one of the UK's ...

Michael Schenker  Coming to the O2 Newcastle On the 10th December The award-winning, legendary guitarist  Michael Schenker  will embark on a nationwide UK tour at the  Newcastle O2 Academy  from  10th December . Tickets are available from the 24 hour box office  0844 478 0898  or from  www.thegigcartel.com . Even better...walk to the box office at the O2, pay cash and avoid those pesky booking and credit card fees! photo by Diana Fabbricatore Schenker will perform tracks from his current studio album  "Bridge The Gap"  which features the new single  "Lord Of The Lost And Lonely" . Four days before his UK tour kicks off, Schenker will headline  Planet Rockstock  Festival at Trecco Bay in South Wales on  Saturday 6th December .  Bridge The Gap features Schenker’s Temple of Rock band, comprising ex-Scorpions Herman Rarebell (drums) and Francis Buchholz (bass), ex-Rainbow vo...

Two Gigs on Two Consecutive Nights: Peculiar Disco Moves: The "When Your Mother Goes Home" Launch Lady Gaga : the ArtRave Tour Venues:   Peculiar Disco Moves: Not one but 2 venues consisting of the historic Castle Keep and the almost as historic Bridge Hotel, both across the cobbled road from each other in Newcastle. The beautiful vaulted high ceiling and  sandstone block walls with all the little stairways and room made for a very niche venue. The Bridge Hotel has a cosy upstairs room with delicious, reasonable priced beer. Simple lighting, mic stands and the usual stage furniture. Lady Gaga: only one venue, the Metro Radio Arena no less, with a capacity of of over 10,000 and most of those seats taken. Beer expensive and bland, soft drinks equally as expensive, and the food follows suit. The stage was extended into undulating runways into the crowd, some runways went over the heads of the standing audience. The lighting was sophisticated and everywhere. The ...

WHO KNEW  the P!nk musical Coming soon to Newcastle It's rare a new musical is developed and produced right here in Newcastle but Limelight Theatrical Services have taken the bull by the horns and created this, a family story built around the songs of P!nk. Check out the Facebook page . Initially set to run from 19-21st February 2015, this production has ideas way beyond the Basement Cafe venue in Carliol Square. Although I've found the venue behind the cafe to be absolutely perfect for this kind of performance and a hidden gem in the Carliol Square crown. The story is built around a cast of 5 players. We start with a headstrong 14 year old Alecia Hart struggling with the knowledge her parents' marriage is crumbling. We follow her through her life as a troubled teenager than as a young woman with the love of her life Tom, even if the love of Tom's life lies with the motors he works on as a mechanic. There is sadness, joy, a little domestic here...

Brewery Open Day at Almasty! There’s an open day at Almasty Brewery on Saturday 15 th  November between 12noon and 5pm. The brewery is at Unit 11, Algernon Industrial Estate, New York Road , Shiremoor. NE27 0NB (Near Cobalt Business Park ) There will be Almasty beers on sale plus guests, food from Utter Swine (Local Sausage Company) and coffee from Lola's Coffee (the events side of Flatcaps coffee). There will be a mix of cask and keg beers available to drink on site or purchase to take home. The Free Trade Inn will be running a bus, leaving at midday and returning at 4:30 for anyone who cannot make it otherwise. For information on this please contact  michael.t.potts@gmail.com  or 07584636656

Got the mother-in-law coming round this Christmas? Is your home going to be some kind of festive "Dragon's Den?" Available on Bandcamp as MP3 or limited edition CD on 5th December Forced to face 20 questions by your partner's disapproving mum? Peculiar Disco Moves release  When Your Mother Goes Home , an addictive hook-littered pop rollercoaster to provide a light-hearted anecdote to this very situation that has haunted mankind since the dawn of time. The single will be available to purchase via  Peculiar Disco Moves' bandcamp page  and will be supported by a special launch event at  Newcastle's Castle Keep and the Bridge Hotel on Friday 21st November. A very appropriate and yet surprising video is being prepared for your enjoyment right now.  We'll be in touch when it's ready to view. When Your Mother Goes Home  is simple in sentiment, based on young love struggling to blossom because of a mother's refusal to accept her daughter...

Denature  "Time" In "My Music Masterclass" Competition Vote for "Time" b y Denature, video by Chris Lavelle Denature are asking for your vote so that they can win some crucial new equipment to help them in their next musical project. They've entered their most recent single, "Time" with a video from award winning videographer Chris Lavelle. Denature are signed to Music Panther and are currently working in Loft Studios on new music. Give this northeast band your support and help us help them to to next level. Jo Oliver Jowheretogo PR MD Music Panther