Entertainment
Virgin Media and Spotify agree exclusive partnership
Virgin Media have announced an exclusive agreement with digital music service Spotify that will make Virgin Media the only digital entertainment provider in the UK to offer the music platform across multiple services.
Very special guest Diddy Dirty Money for Orange RockCorps 2011
Orange RockCorps has announced Diddy Dirty Money will play at the Wembley Arena concert on 12 July, joining Primal Scream and Eliza Doolittle.
Jazz up your July at Touchwood
Touchwood is proud to welcome some of the region’s most talented musicians to the centre, as it plays host to Birmingham’s annual Jazz and Blues Festival for the fourth year running.
Spike Milligan painting goes under the hammer
Nearly 10 years after his death, comedy genius Spike Milligan, who spent his childhood growing up in Lewisham, will again be the centre of attention when one of his paintings comes up for sale – the first time that a painting by the former Goon has gone under the hammer, according to Grand Auctions.
SuperHeavy release ‘Miracle Worker’ tomorrow
Miracle Worker, the first single to be taken from the debut album by SuperHeavy, the brand new musical project featuring Mick Jagger, Dave Stewart, Joss Stone, Damian Marley and A.R.Rahman, will be released through Universal Music from Thursday 7 July 2011 and available to download.
Samsung’s 3D Video-On-Demand service hits 1 million views
Samsung has announced that its 3D Video-on-Demand (VOD) service has passed the 1 million content views mark in just three months.
Scissor Sisters live in concert at Sandown Park Racecourse
If you enjoy horse racing, good food and great entertainment, then you won't want to miss this spectacular charity event, with Scissor Sisters live in concert, at Sandown Park Racecourse on Wednesday, 20th July 2011.
London’s first absinthe bar
The award-winning Brompton Bar and Grill will launch London’s first ever absinthe bar in stylish Knightsbridge.
R. Kelly & Nicki Minaj to headline Jamaica’s Reggae Sumfest
Looking for an alternative to the UK rain soaked, sold out music festivals? Jamaica has the perfect alternative with the largest outdoor music festival, Reggae Sumfest, taking place this summer at Catherine Hall in Montego Bay from 17 – 23 July 2011.
James Martin drives Ferrari FF at Goodwood Festival of Speed
Ferrari’s brand new flagship V12 four-seater, the FF was driven by James Martin, TV personality and celebrity chef, at the famous hillclimb course on the final day of the 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Jessie J cancels festival appearances
Jessie J has been forced to cancel her forthcoming festival appearances. Due to a serious injury, having broken her foot in two places Jessie J has had to undergo emergency surgery.
BMW is back in Hollywood with Mission: Impossible
Back in Hollywood. BMW has announced their participation in the upcoming Paramount Pictures release “Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol” as the film’s main automotive partner.
New student festival survival guide website
Students will take over £800 worth of valuables with them to music festivals this summer according to a survey published by the student insurance provider Endsleigh.
‘Lady Gaga Day’ puts Taichung on the tourism map
The city of Taichung in central Taiwan has named this coming July 3rd ‘Lady Gaga Day’, marking the pop idol’s first visit.
Halle and Ursula voted top for swimwear
Dr No, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary next year, has topped the ‘best swimwear scene’ in a film poll conducted by beachwear specialists Trixan Body.