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Offline Christmas party in Brixton.

Sun 21st December, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Well, that was a blast. We had the electronics whizz Anchorsong playing live on our lovely new stage (yes! a proper stage!) with the fantastic Danny Fontain and the Horns …

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So, goodbye Brixton Woolies…

Thu 18th December, 2008Tue 31st July, 2012 - by editor - 3 Comments.

There was certainly no Christmas cheer for workers at Woolworths this year with the news breaking that all 807 stores would close if the business remained unsold by January 5th, …

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No festive cheer in Brixton

Thu 18th December, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Compare and contrast these scenes, seperated by a hundred years. Electric Avenue, 1908: Electric Avenue, 2008: More: Christmas in Brixton, old and new

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A rainy December walk in London

Sun 14th December, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Some photos from my rainy walk around central London and Brixton yesterday… Beheaded Belisha beacon, Atlantic Road, Brixton. Named after Leslie Hore-Belisha (1895-1957), who was Minister of Transport responsible for …

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Brixton Offline with David Goo and the Actionettes!

Fri 12th December, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

The temperature inside the venue may have been bordering on sub-zero, but with a fine fare of entertainment on offer, things soon warmed up. The bill included the David Goo …

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Offline – ukuleles, rappers and protest singers

Sun 23rd November, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Some photos from Friday’s Offline club night in Brixton.

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Brixton autumnal sunsets

Fri 21st November, 2008 - by editor - 2 Comments.

There’s been some fantastic autumnal sunsets around Brixton over the last couple of days. Here’s a few pics:

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Offline Club mayhem!

Sun 16th November, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Some photos from last night. It was a wild one, alright! There’s another Offline on Friday with four acts, rappers, ukuleles and more. And, as ever, it;’s free all night!Offline …

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Fireworks Night, Brixton

Thu 6th November, 2008 - by editor - 1 Comment

A hefty urban75 crew assembled at the George Canning, Hobgoblin, Hootananny ready for the annual Fireworks display at Brockwell Park, and it was a good ‘un. Here’s a few photos: …

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US Election night 2008

Wed 5th November, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Some pics from the Brixton election parties at the Ritzy Cinema and the Madusa Club. I don’t think I met a single person who wants McCain to win. Unfortunately, we …

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Offline Halloween Party

Sun 2nd November, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Friday night’s Offline Halloween turned out to be a great night – the place was packed and the bands were fantastic. The bill included wild gypsy-punk shenanigans with DRUNKEN BALORDI, …

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Inner City Pirates, Brixton

Fri 31st October, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

We loved the Inner City Pirates when they played our Offline club back in July this year, so when we heard they were playing one of our favourite venues in …

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Filthy Pedro & The Shanners @ Offline

Mon 20th October, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Some photos from Friday’s lively Offline night at the Albert in Brixton.

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Brixton Skating Rink

Fri 17th October, 2008 - by editor - 1 Comment

Opened in 1910, Brixton Skating Rink was situated in Effra Road and was a popular venue until it closed around 1965. If you’d gone in the 1920s you could have …

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The Mystery of the Brixton Road footbridge

Tue 14th October, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

It started with a request by Paulie for a photo of the old footbridge in Brixton on the urban75 bulletin boards. The request was met by such head scratching that …

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Offline: Ottoman march bands, samba drummers and more!

Fri 10th October, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Offline reverberated to some lively sounds last night. I’m too hungover to go into any detail, so here’s a few photos. Lots more here.

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Offline – skiffle, ska and comedy mayhem!

Sun 5th October, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

We had a fantastic night at the Albert on Friday. Here’s some photos from the night – click here for more! Don’t forget – we’ve got an ENORMOUS  club night …

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Punk rock special at Offline

Sun 28th September, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

I’ve just about recovered from Friday night’s mad punk rock special at the Albert in Brixton. Two great bands, lots to drink and a happy, mosh-pit loving crowd. Terrific fun! …

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Another Brixton murder

Sat 20th September, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Just come back out from an excellent Brixton night out to discover the area around my front door taped off, and police everywhere. It seems a 23yr old was stabbed …

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No Frills Band and Dates; Offline Club

Sun 17th August, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

We had two great bands last night at Offline – and any band that has a spoon player is alright with me!

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Offline this Saturday

Thu 14th August, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Sat 16th AUGUST LIVE MUSIC SPECIAL9pm – late. Prince Albert, 418 Coldharbour Lane, Brixton SW9 8LF.Tel: 020 7274 3771Transport: 2 mins from Brixton tube/BR/buses.FREE ADMISSION! CHEAP BAR! Map and venue …

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Celebrity Chimp, Beans on Toast and Evil Genius

Wed 6th August, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Some pics from the all-star line-up at Offline, Brixton on Saturday!

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David Goo & Corp Machine, Offline

Tue 5th August, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Some photos from Friday’s shindig:

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The Thirst & Innercity Pirates

Sun 20th July, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Wow. Last night’s Offline was fantastic – we had a special acoustic performance from fast-rising local boys The Thirst and I think the Innercity Pirates are my new favourite live …

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Upcoming Offline Club nights in Brixton

Thu 10th July, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Thursday’s Offline show (tonight) has got a ‘Critic’s Choice’ rating in Time Out – do come along as there’s a chuffing fantastic bill on offer and it’s all for free! …

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Offline Club: recommended in Time Out!

Tue 8th July, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

We’ve had two nice previews in Time Out for Thursday’s gig at JAMM in Brixton and been awarded a ‘recommended’ rating. So come along and don’t miss out on the …

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A stormy afternoon in Brixton

Tue 8th July, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

The weather continues its un-summer like path (which is fine by me seeing as I prefer the golden browns of Autumn and the crisp air of wintery mornings!)… Here’s some …

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Offline at the Albert

Sun 6th July, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

Friday night at the Albert with the Royal Trumpets, The Hospital Bombers and Nigel of Bermondsey was fun. Here’s some photos! More photos 

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Trans-Siberian March Band at Offline

Mon 23rd June, 2008 - by editor - Leave a Comment

We had a great live show at the Brixton Albert on Saturday with the 12-strong Trans-Siberian March Band headlining. The band bravely started their set outside on Coldharbour Lane before …

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Barrington Road, tower block sunset

Sun 15th June, 2008 - by editor - 1 Comment

Sunset in Brixton, London.

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