Vintage Rockbar - March 2011 gigs

Profile: Kiziah & The Kings

Described as a band with essential elements from soul, rock, reggae, pop and blues, Doncaster's own Kiziah and the Kings deserve your attention.

Frontwoman Kiziah's big soulful voice evokes the sounds of past legends and is on full display on Baby Don't Go, their current single, which shows they have the energy and groove to match strong melody.

An appearance on Look North and support of well backed Californians The Like aside, a deeper delve into Kiziah & The Kings's material reveals virtuosity as well as variety - elements which surely mean more recognition in 2011.

Baby Don't Go is available from Amazon and iTunes and a series of gigs are currently being planned - these are ones to keep an eye on!

Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/kiziahandthekings

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Kiziah-and-The-Kings/130445340317873

26:02:11 - Cheap Spirits, Slow Pines & Dear John @ Vintage Rockbar

Video: Doncaster's New Performance Venue + Civic & Cultural Quarter

Doncaster’s magnificent new venue opens in summer 2013. Featuring 21st century facilities – two main performance spaces and two studios – one for dance and one for drama, plus meeting rooms and a café bar, it will change the arts and entertainments on offer in Doncaster dramatically.

Open from early morning until well after shows have finished, it will offer workshops, classes, films and live entertainment for all ages and interests. Its café bar will look out onto the new public square and be a lovely space to simply sit and take time out or to meet friends for a coffee and a chat.

More info: www.doncaster.gov.uk/npv

09:03:11 - 24 Hours @ Civic Theatre

Four artists, some technical wizardry and only 24 hours to create and perform a new dance piece for a public performance! So what happens when you bring together a choreographer, a dancer, a musician, a film-maker and some technical help to create a new work for public performance the next night?

In 24 hours – you’ll find out! With regular online updates you’ll be able to follow the story before coming to the show.

An experiment yes, a challenge definitely – join us to see the results!

More info: http://doncasterhothouse.co.uk/24-hours/

Profile: The Hottest State

Up and coming Doncaster band The Hottest State are heavily influenced by many styles of American rock music and aspire to build upon the legendary characteristics, sound and style of various such iconic artists and songwriters.

They have developed their own commercial rock sound with accessible lyrics and a strong melodic hooks which aim to make rock DJs think again before giving airplay to another major label, million dollar artist; instead, their listeners can enjoy genuine, self crafted songs by a band devoted to its love for music.

The Hottest State have enjoyed recent exposure on BBC regional television and radio as well as local radio station and newspaper interviews, and also have had excerpts from their songs used in radio commercials.

The band are continuously developing new songs and have currently released a new studio EP available from global digital distributors such as iTunes and Amazon. The band are keen ambassadors for live music and are often out on the road performing at established music venues throughout the year.

Courtesy Graham Sutherland.

The Hottest State play at Doncaster Rovers versus Ipswich Town at the Keepmoat Stadium on 15th February, then at Vintage Rockbar on 25th February.

Website: http://www.thehotteststate.co.uk/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=110116542345437

22:02:11 - Alexandra Burke @ The Dome

‘ALL NIGHT LONG’ TOUR

The UK’s pop goddess Alexandra Burke is set to light up the UK as she announces her debut UK tour will take place at the start of 2011. The ‘All Night Long’ tour will see the songstress play a massive 18 dates around the country. Alexandra Burke will hit the road to bring her fans a spectacular gig with show stopping routines and sensational performances of all her much loved songs and hit singles!

4 ways to promote an event on What's Happening in Donny?

Hi folks. No posters for 2011 yet, but there are sure to be some exciting gigs, concerts, club nights and happenings this year.

And What's Happening in Donny? needs you to help us to help you promote yours!

You can get in touch so I can publicise your happening on Doncaster's premier events blog and twitter in the following ways:

1. Direct message us on twitter with a link to the details
2. Send an email to dalmeidi@gmail.com
3. Get in touch via the facebook.
4. Send a fax! to 01302 553591

I just need:
- Date & time
- Location
- Venue
- Information about the event
- A poster if you want to get blogged

Thanks,
Ben

01:12:10 - Manchester Camerata present Baroque Favourites @ Civic Theatre

http://www.manchestercamerata.co.uk/about-us/manchester-camerata-ensemble

26:11:10 - The Book Club @ Social

Former Milburn frontman Joe Carnell's new band plays at The Social.

Facebook event: http://tiny.cc/cthjj

20:11:10 - J*R & Slow Pines @ Vintage Rockbar

Legendary Doncaster band J*R appear for a one off gig with new group Slow Pines and special guests to be announced.

Ill-advised, ill-concieved and unrehearsed - J*R return [...] to celebrate nothing at all.

04:11:10 - Tango Motion Tango Siempre @ Civic Theatre

"We are thrilled to welcome back Tango Siempre with an evening of virtuoso choreographed dance to the exquisite sound of 1930’s Bueno Aires – creating a breathtaking journey into the heart of Tango Argentino.

Tango Motion features four of the world’s leading tango dancers, who have appeared in Strictly Come Dancing, Tango Por Dos, and in the film Evita, starring Madonna. Accompanied by live music from the outstanding Tango Siempre musicians this show must not be missed. Book early to avoid disappointment."

Thursday November 4 at 7.30pm
Doncaster Civic Theatre
£14 / £12 Conc. / £5 under 18
http://www.doncasterhothouse.co.uk