Music
Kentishtuner: What is the appeal of the open mic night?
[quote] “There was a guy staring so intently at his drum I genuinely thought we were about to witness some form of instrument-related homicide.” [/quote] …
Review: Stornoway at Kentish Town Forum
Although a big fan of Stornoway since the release of debut album Beachcomber’s Windowsill back in 2010, their music has always evoked simplicity. As a …
Pinboard: Things to do Easter 2013 – & a new festival for Camden Town
1. The best hot chocolate in the world, ever? If you’re stuck at home with not much to do this long weekend and fancy a …
Name a King’s Cross street after a lost nightclub
First came the article, celebrating London’s much-loved ‘lost’ nightclubs, then came our inspired day out, placing guerrilla blue plaques on what remains of the buildings …
Top 5 Gigs: The Bull and Gate
Last month we reported that the Bull and Gate, that K-Town bastion of alternative rock and indiepop rumblings for over 30 years, will cease operating …
Pinboard: Dach & Sons no more – plus Club Kali, DRAF, Station Sessions and St Patrick’s Day
1. Have you ever been to K-Town’s legendary Club Kali? Did you know the “world’s biggest LGBT Club where Eastern beats blend with Western classics” …
Ich Bin Kentishtowner: Rafael Pesce, Owner, Spiritual Caiprinha Bar
Rafael Pesce moved to north London from Italy six years ago. He owns the Spiritual Caipirinha Bar, one of our Top 5 Camden Bars, on …
London’s Lost Nightclubs Get Blue Plaques
These buildings’ heritage needs to be celebrated! Which is what we did the other day. Without getting caught (just)…
Top 5 Lost London Nightclubs of the 90s
Former DJ Magazine Deputy Editor Tom Kihl investigates what happened to the clubs that once dominated London’s nightlife
Pinboard: Kentish Town Road is Going Green. Plus – A Reader vs Greggs!
1. Kentish Town Road is Going Green First, some news just in. Soho House Group have agreed to sponsor six planter/bike locks which will be …
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