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Gigs of the week

The lowdown on the best live music in London this week...

JOOLS HOLLAND
Where: Hampton Court
When: Tuesday, June 10 & Wednesday, June 11
Tickets: £42.50-£45
www.joolsholland.com
Jools Holland's performances with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra are always a popular choice at Hampton Court Palace Festival. The pianist and performer is a joy to watch and this setting is ideal for a summer evening of entertainment. This year he welcomes Marc Almond of British electro duo Soft Cell as a special guest.

THE CRIMEA
Where: The Enterprise
When: Monday, June 9
Tickets: £6
www.thecrimea.net
The Crimea first came to light when lead singer Davey MacManus gave a demo to the legendary John Peel, who took an instant liking to the band. Things have come a long way since then. Before jetting off to America to tour they will play the last of their Starship Enterprise shows at The Enterprise in Camden. New single The 48a Waiting Steps will be on the set list amongst others from album Secrets of the Witching Hour.

GAVIN ROSSDALE
Where: Underworld
When: Wednesday, June 11
Tickets: £12.50
www.gavinrossdale.com
As the frontman of British band Bush, Gavin Rossdale experienced success on a grand scale in the States. Now a solo artist, he is taking his distinctive vocals and guitar on the road for his world tour. Playing songs from latest album Wanderlust he will perform at Camden's Underworld on Wednesday.

KID ROCK
Where: Shepherds Bush Empire
When: Wednesday, June 11
Tickets: £25
www.kidrock.com
Kid Rock has sold over 23 million albums since the release of his debut album Grits Sandwiches for Breakfast in 1990. After a dry patch, Rock N Roll Jesus revived his career in 2007; it was his first album to debut at number one in America and was certified platinum last month. He will bring his Trucker band to Shepherds Bush this week.

ESTELLE
Where: Shepherds Bush Empire
When: Thursday, June 12
Tickets: £15
www.estellemusic.om
Estelle has been well-praised, receiving the MOBO for Best Newcomer and three consecutive Best Female Artist trophies from the UK Hip-Hop Awards. Not bad. She also counts Kanye West amongst fans and duetted with him on single American Boy. As part of her mini tour she will play Shepherds Bush this Thursday.

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