When commercial fortunes start to wane it's time to repackage the greatest hits, but not usually like this. Basement Jaxx have teamed up with the Dutch Metropole Orkest and conductor Jules Buckley... more
Anyone who made it to London festivals Wireless or Lovebox to see Basement Jaxx and the mighty Dizzee Rascal this year will know that the mosh pit is still going strong... more
Glastonbury kicks off this week and once again has managed to grab the festival headlines. Don't get me wrong, I don't mind the mud, the wellies or pitching a tent up, but the fact is I don't need to leave London to attend a fantastic festival this summer... more
The holiday season is always dominated by one catchy tune. David Smyth listens to this year's most likely sunny songs and lays odds on a winner.... more
The London Community Gospel Choir are on a mission to get the country singing and they set to work with an evening of glorious soul music at the Jazz Cafe.... more
Their latest album may have enjoyed a mixed reception, but The Killers left an ecstatic Brixton Academy crowd in no doubt about their excellence as live performers.... more
From Coldplay and Pulp to The Who and Pink Floyd, much of modern music flourished in the capital's seats of higher learning. A new poll has revealed where they studied.... more
Basement Jaxx always cram their records with character and their latest is no exception, Bob Dylan gets rootsy with Modern Times and The Roots release a classic.... more
For backroom boys, Basement Jaxx put on a sparkling show under London Bridge station. Their hip ship may have sailed some time ago, but they set about storming The Vaults with admirable gusto.... more
Basement Jaxx are back to their best, Beyoncé's album is surprisingly understated and there are also impressive outings for Dylan Howe and Sir Simon Rattle.... more
Exclusive: After high-profile allegations this season, Charlton's manager is pleased the issue is now being addressed but says the authorities still have plenty of work to do