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Weekend gig guide
By Amira Hashish, Evening Standard 30.05.08
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The lowdown on the best live music in London this weekend...
PETE MURRAY
Where: Carling Academy Brixton
When: Friday, May 30
Tickets: £17.50
www.petemurray.com
To celebrate his soon to be released third album, multiple award-winning Aussie singer / songwriter Pete Murray is hitting the road with his band the Stonemasons on a European tour. He plays London for one-night-only at Brixton Academy. Expect songs from hit records Feeler and See The Sun, as well as the latest Summer at Eureka.
LONDON COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR
Where: The Albany
When: Saturday, May 31
Tickets: £10-£15
www.thealbany.org.uk
LCGC have sung with the likes of Madonna, George Michael, Mariah Carey & Sir Paul McCartney. They have also performed for Nelson Mandela. Known for their up-tempo gospel flair, RnB, traditional and soulful arrangements and stunning vocal gymnastics, they will be performing a range of original and classic songs at the Albany.
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN
Where: Emirates Stadium
When: Fri & Sat
Tickets: £47.50-£57.50
www.brucespringsteen.net
Bruce Springsteen has quite a set list to get through. Renowned for his excellent live performances and with a wealth of hits to play this one isn't likely to disappoint. The Emirates Stadium will host Bruce and his band for two nights as part of the London leg of the European Tour.
BOYZONE
Where: O2 Arena
When: Fri, Sat & Sun
Tickets: £35
www.boyzonetour.com
Well, who would have thought? Boyzone are back together and ready to perform at the 02 Arena. They have spruced themselves up for the occasion but only time will tell whether they will be able to pull the dance moves out of the bag. For those who can't resist a bit of nostalgia and a good sing-along this will be a fun night.
THE OSMONDS
Where: Wembley Arena (Fri & Sat), 02 Arena (Sun)
When: Fri, Sat & Sun
Tickets: £39.50
www.osmond.com
Probably one of the most high-profile families in the world, The Osmonds are back together and ready to do what they do best. It's all in aid of their 50th anniversary as a band. No matter how much they age though, there is always room for a rendition of Puppy Love as far as Donny is concerned.
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