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London, UK – October 2025. On Saturday 4 October 2025, London’s Westminster City Hall will host the UK premiere of Requiem A by German composer Sven Helbig. In a landmark concert of European collaboration, the prestigious Trinity Boys Choir will join youth choirs from Germany, France, and Poland alongside the acclaimed London Contemporary Orchestra to perform this moving new work.

4th October, 2025 - Sven Helbig's Requiem A - CHW

 

The London Breeze Film Festival, now in its 10th year, celebrates this Oct - 22nd to 26th -  with its most ambitious programme to date with world and UK premieres. In partnership with the Royal College of Art, screenings will take place across London venues and online. More here:

London Breeze Film Festival – A breath of fresh air on the international film festival circuit.

 

Americana trio, My Girl The River, are back with a beautiful, acoustic version of No More I Love Yous, made famous by Annie Lennox. The song was written in 1985 by Joe Hughes and David Freeman. Joe is the guitarist in MGTR with Kris Wilkinson Hughes, his wife and lead vocalist, and daughter Rue on backing vocals. It's out on 18th September.  Much going on for this talented trio and iconic song.

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The LP Swing Orchestra are back at the iconic Cadogan Hall in September '25 for their new concert On Broadway. Fronted by band leader extraordinaire, Joe Pettitt, and joined by three of the UKs best vocalists - Gary Williams, Julia Sullivan and Joe Stilgoe.

Tix here:On Broadway with the LP Swing Orchestra | Cadogan Hall

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If you haven't heard of the Stem Cell Vet, Dr Stewart Halperin, You soon will! 

From features on MSN, Yahoo!, Times Radio, K9 Magazine and across the BBC as well as ITV Somerset. With a mission to bring pioneering stem cell treatments to dogs who need them most. His work is groundbreaking and life changing!

Stem Cell Vet – UK’s Leading Veterinary Stem Cell Clinic for Dogs’ Joint Pain

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Celebrated Jazz singer Joanna Eden is back with a new album 'The Road To Paysandu'. A tribute to the beautiful city in Uruguay. The album launch is at Pizza Express, Soho on 4th May where Joanna will be performing songs from the album. 

"the reason I sing! - SAM SMITH

Times Radio, BBC Radio London, BBC Radio 5 Live

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Grammy nominated West End/Broadway star Ute Lemper is back with a fabulous new album celebrating Kurt Weill.  Also a concert of her music at Cadogan Hall on 13th June.

Profile includes: The Observer, BBC's Woman's Hour, Channel 4 news feature, BBC Radio scotland, BBC Radio London Gaby Roslin show, Jazz FM, Elaine Paige on Sunday BBC Radio 2, Gaydio, Times Radio,  BBC Music Magazine and many others.

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Feb 2025. Veteran British composer Simon May celebrated 40 years of the Eastenders theme with a very special performance on BBC's The One Show. He also performed on Gaby Roslin's BBC London show rounding off a week of anniversary celebrations.

 

London duo, Lost Chimes, are releasing their album 'Now I Swim' in June. The first of three singles from the album is coming out on 28th Feb. 'Something Different' is an evocative anthem about how relationships evolve, adapt, and endure over time. Live performances on BBC Radio London, Soho Radio, Radio 4s Loose Ends, BBC Wales Celtic Heartbeat, Times Radio and a video exclusive with Americana UK. 

 

After a 15 year Hiatus, Alexis Strum is back with her infectious single 'If You Think I'm Too Much (You Should Go Find Less!). Out on 7th Feb.

'I nearly fake-dated Robbie Williams — he still has no idea' | Metro News

 

Award-winning singer-songwriter Hannah White is back with not one, but two Christmas singles: "Emmanuel" and "Christmas Tree." White is also touring the UK with her Working Class Woman Tour, which includes supporting Jools Holland and Hothouse Flowers. ​

Jingle Bells Friday – so, we are having a tree then? – Americana UK

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The new musical 'KIDULTS!' is set to premiere in London at The Bridewell Theatre on October 21st, and will subsequently move to The Courtyard and 229 London. This groundbreaking production addresses neurodiversity, bullying, and mental health, offering a blend of humour and poignancy. It has garnered attention on BBC London TV, London Live, Sky TV, and Radio 2 with Elaine Paige, among others.

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The London Breeze Film Festival 2024, running from 23rd October to 27th October, will commence at Riverside Studio featuring the film "In Camera." The festival will showcase over 100 films from 40 different countries, supporting emerging filmmaking talent. Celebrating its 9th year, the event is recommended by BBC London TV, London Live, Getty Pictures, Time Out, Times Radio, The Reviews Hub, among others.

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Brooke Law, never one to rest on her laurels, releases anti AI song 'Real' on 16th Oct. Play across BBC radio, Black Deer Radio, Countryline Radio  and a performance on Gaby Roslin's BBC show. as well as press including W21, Holler and Americana UK.

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Drummer Pete Cater, recognized as the 5th Best Jazz Drummer globally, has released a double A-side titled 'Hoops'/'Stuff Like That'. He has been featured in interviews across both national and local press, as well as on national and local radio stations.
 
The LP Swing Orchestra are bringing their At The Movies concert to the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne on 25th August and to Cadogan Hall on 8th September. Featuring Matt Ford, Lance Ellington and Julia Sullivan.
www.lpswingorchestra.com 

ITV London News, London Live TV, Gaby Roslin Show, Times Radio, Sussex World, Radio 2 Elaine Paige on Sunday plus more.

Singer songwriter Mark Harrison to release his eighth album 'Fools & Clowns'. Mark is at the forefront of UK Blues having been nominated for the UK Blues Awards in '21, '22, '23, 24.
As heard on BBC Radio 2, Jazz FM and across regional BBC stations.
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Singer songwriter Kaviani  releases The Real You . Fantastic live performances on Gaby Roslin's BBC Radio London Show, BBC Radio Sheffield and Salma El Wardany's BBC Radio London show.
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World Premiere of the Finellis Musical at London's Wonderville from 5th June til 
16th June. Starring Mark Janicello. Based on the award winning comedy The Finellis Movie.
Times Radio - Ed Vaizey Show, BBC Radio London - Gaby Roslin Show

World Premiere of the new musical in concert Wild About You coming to Theatre Royal Drury Lane on 25th & 26th March. Starring Eric McCormack (Will of Will & Grace). More news tba 
https://lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/wild-about-you-a-new-musical-in-concert/
Good Morning Britian - The Times - Sunday Brunch - ITV London News - Gaby Roslin Podcast
BBC Radio London, Gaby Roslin Show - Chris Evans Show on Virgin Radio - Press Association
Times Radio, Ed Vaizey Show - BBC Radio 2, Elaine Paige on Sunday - 

Brooke Law is back with another fantastic and hooky single 'Help Me'. Co-written with Jeff Cohen (Josh Groban, The Shires). Out on 10th November via Right Track/Universal. "showcasing Law’s ability to produce memorable, radio-friendly and rocking tunes.  Once again, Brooke Law’s powerful voice, with a hint of Chrissie Hynde, is the highlight of this song" - Americana UK
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=purVTXvBUA4

Joe Pettitt's LP Swing Orchestra are bringing their successful Swingin Christmas show to Dorking Halls on 5th December with Gary Williams (West End's Rat Pack), Julia Sullivan (Ronnie Scott's) and virtuoso violinist Ben Holder. As seen on Sky Arts.
https://www.dorkinghalls.co.uk/live-event-2/
 
The Buddy Rich Big Band is bringing its Groovy Christmas show to The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester on 1st December for a one off UK show with Buddy's daughter Cathy Rich. Cathy will be joined by Emmy Award winning drummer Gregg Potter and legendary Deep Purple drummer Ian Paice. 
https://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/whats-on/buddyrichbigband-011223/

Brooke Law has a new single coming, 'Help Me', on 10th November. Fresh from The Buddy Holly Song Writing Retreat in Lubbock Texas. See her at Bush Hall on 17th Oct as part of Under The Apple Tree Sessions presented by AEG, C2C and BBC Radio 2's Bob Harris.

Hannah White is back with her widely anticipated new album 'Sweet Revolution' which she launches at Bush Hall on 3rd Nov. Hannah is currently touring with Paul Carrack on his UK tour. Fantastic reviews in Americana UK, Holler, W21, Fatea RNR and more.
https://lnk.to/Z9yGo4LM

Flowers For Mrs Harris (Riverside Studios) - 30th Sept - 26th Nov
https://riversidestudios.co.uk/flowers-for-mrs-harris/
The Independent, Standard, Aol, Yahoo, Mail online
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/jenna-russell-british-flowers-lesley-manville-gentleman-jack-b2411269.html

The LP Swing Orchestra is back with Another...100 Years of Big Bands at Cadogan Hall on 1st October. With Nicola Emanuelle and Matt Ford.
https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/the-lp-swing-orchestra-comes-to-cadogan-hall-chelsea-on-october-1/

Halls the musical at The Turbine Theatre til 30th July. 
https://www.hallsthemusical.com/

Ute Lemper releases a new album of original songs, Time Traveller. Interviews include Ed Vaizey on Times Radio and BBC Culture Cafe as well as  The Times, Culture Fix.
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/my-culture-fix-ute-lemper-m5qnkjn9n

Singer Songwriter Brooke Law made Epiphone Artist by Gibson Guitars. Brooke seen at C2C Festival at the o2 Arena, Buckle & Boots, Black Deer, Livestock and Long Road Festivals.

Hannah White began 2023 standing on the winner's podium at the Americana Music Association UK Awards, as a hugely popular winner for UK Song of the Year with the goosebump-inducing 'Car Crash.
https://www.recordoftheday.com/news-and-press/uk-americana-music-awards-2023-winners

The LP Swing Orchestra  record their second Sky Arts Special. The Orchestra have a busy year coming up!
https://www.lpswingorchestra.com/