Issue 58 / August 2015

Bido Lito! August 2015
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ARTHUR RUSSELL’S INSTRUMENTALS
One of the great musical enigmas of the past four decades, ARTHUR RUSSELL died in relative obscurity due to his inability to finish and release his
work. Regarded by his peers as somewhat of a genius, he collaborated with many legends of the NYC scene such as Talking Heads and Steve Reich.
For this incredibly special and one-off event, Peter Gordon brings an amazing ensemble – including Rhys Chatham and Peter Zummo – to Liverpool to
perform some of Russell's music in the only performance in the North of England.
The Kazimier / 11th August
MERSEYRAIL SOUND STATION UPLOAD DAY @ LIMF
Liverpool International Music Festival spreads its tentacles as far as Aigburth on the August bank holiday weekend, as Merseyrail Sound Station
host a pop-up stage at St. Michaels station to welcome guests travelling by train to the LIMF Summer Jam at Sefton Park. As well as featuring artists
performing on trains on the way in, the pop-up event (on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st August) will double as an Upload Day for emerging musicians
to go along and enter the Merseyrail Sound Station Prize. The overall winning artist receives studio recording time and a year of industry mentoring,
so it’s well worth heading along. For more details, and to listen to the latest podcast, go to merseyrailsoundstation.com
GODSPEED LMW 2015
The good folks at Liverpool Music Week have roused much excitement with the release of the first group of artists to be performing at this year's
event. Post-rock pioneers GODPSEED YOU! BLACK EMPEROR (pictured) will be making their Liverpool debut at Camp and Furnace on 27th October, which
should, of course, be pretty special. As if that isn't enough, indie legends DEERHUNTER will also be performing, alongside other stellar acts such as
HEALTH, BEST COAST, GANG OF FOUR, SOAK and JOSH T PEARSON. An amazing first announcement from the LMW team, and we look forward to see
what else awaits us for the multi-venue affair across 22nd-31st October. liverpoolmusicweek.com
MEINE NACHT
Such is the interest in the second Meine Nacht party that it will be live-streamed from its secret location. Only one hundred tickets will be available
via RSVP and those wanting to get their hands on one will have to keep watch on the event's Facebook page for updates. For this instalment, SAMUEL
DEEP – founder and co-owner of house label SlapFunk Records – will be performing along with resident DJs OR:LA, MATT CHAMPION and JESSICA
BEAUMONT. An event shrouded in mystery that should be a pretty unique experience.
Secret Location / 15th August
LIVERPOOL’S LOVIN’ IT
Liverpool Loves is a long weekend of entertainment spread across various zoned-off areas of the Pier Head, taking place over 6th, 7th and 8th August.
There will be a selection of events within ‘The People’s Festival’ covering music, the arts, dance, comedy, food and drink, health and wellbeing, as well
as lots of family-friendly activities. The music comes on Saturday 8th August across three live stages, curated by Bold Management, the Dovedale
Social and Merseyrail Sound Station: STEPHEN LANGSTAFF, CHELCEE GRIMES, SATIN BIEGE and SHAMANARCHY are among those taking care of the
entertainment. Definitely enough to keep you busy for the day. liverpoolloves.co.uk
IZEM
Having won the approval of 6Music's world-music connoisseur Gilles Peterson, tropical beat master IZEM released his debut album Hafa this year
to much acclaim. Known for making African and Latin-inspired rhythms, he has come to be regarded as one of the most exciting DJs and producers
around. His tracks are written as he crosses the globe, picking up the sounds of different cultures and incorporating them into his own music, leading
to an eclectic and innovative palette. Support on the night comes from Kolours Soundsystem
The Kazimier Garden / 20th August
AWOLNATION
Led by Aaron Bruno, formerly of Under The Influence Of Giants and Hometown Hero, AWOLNATION have found commercial success with a series
of hit singles, such as Sail, which went gold in the US. Though critical acclaim has not necessarily accompanied their mainstream appeal, their
blend of electronic music and straight-up rock will appeal to many and might make a nice change for those of us who rarely venture into chart
territory. The band are currently touring to promote their second studio album Run.
O2 Academy / 27th August
BIDO LITO! INTERN PROGRAMME
Ever wanted to know what it’s like working in independent print publishing? Are you looking for a career in music journalism and want some hands-on
experience? Well, we may be able to help. As well as opening up a discussion about the role of internships in the creative industries, we are offering a
new six-month intern role with us as an Editorial Assistant. Far from being stuck in the corner making tea, our role will offer the successful applicant
the chance to get stuck in to editorial and planning discussions on all aspects of our monthly magazine production. Interested? Come down to our
Social at Aloft Hotel on Thursday 20th August with some examples of your written work and meet the team.
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