This musical showcasing the songwriting talents of Carole King opened on Broadway in 2014 and in London’s West End the following year. It’s easy to see why it collected a Grammy, two Tonys and two Olivier awards – full of rock-solid hits ranging from You’ve Got A Friend to I Feel The Earth Move, from The Locomotion to (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman. Unlike many … [Read more...] about Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at the King’s Theatre
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Talk of the Town: DM Arthur releases second single
Having emerged from the wilderness with debut single ‘Somewhere In The Inbetween’, Glaswegian born singer DM Arthur returns, with sophomore effort ‘Sinkin’ With Fishes’ a hypnotic indie folk anthem featuring vocals from label mate, upcoming singer-songwriter Alissimon. He has received early support from Roddy Hart, Shereen Cutty and Phoebe IH at BBC Radio Scotland, Jim Gelatly … [Read more...] about Talk of the Town: DM Arthur releases second single
Talk of the Town: New coffee shop to open near Queen Street Station
Independent coffee shop Off the Rails will move in next to the revamped Queen Street Station. The new coffee spot takes over from the former Caffe Nero on Dundas Street. It’s the debut cafe venture from Glasgow business duo - Kevin Campbell and Toni Carbajosa, bringing freshly roasted, artisan coffee to commuters, students and city centre workers. It will join a local … [Read more...] about Talk of the Town: New coffee shop to open near Queen Street Station
Talk of the Town: Rock of Ages at the King’s Theatre
Rock of Ages is a loud, raunchy and hit filled celebration of everything 80s. The show is set in 1987 on the Sunset Strip when Def Leppard and Whitesnake ruled the charts and plenty of big hair and glam rock costumes filled the bars and clubs. While the blockbuster movie may have failed to impress audiences, the musical has achieved great success and holds the title of the 27th … [Read more...] about Talk of the Town: Rock of Ages at the King’s Theatre
Talk of the Town: The Scotia celebrates 230th birthday
The Scotia Bar, in Stockwell Street, is celebrating its 230th birthday this week as Glasgow’s oldest pub. Situated on one of the four original streets in Glasgow, the Scotia Bar was established in 1792 when the Clyde was a thriving waterway, and the pub’s regulars consisted of sailors and merchants. In more recent times, the Scotia Bar became known for its arts scene, … [Read more...] about Talk of the Town: The Scotia celebrates 230th birthday