entertainment

It’s A Sure-Fire Hit

Just as people of a certain age can always remember where they were when they heard that Kennedy had been shot (as comedian Steven Wright put it, ‘I remember where I was, I was on the sixth floor of a book depository….’) so Londonist imagines …

Destiny’s Riled

We have to admit, we weren’t too excited by the reports of Destiny’s Child’s appearance at Piccadilly Circus on Monday. After all, when the NME is forced to report that “Kelly Rowland sported a new afro hairstyle, while Beyonce Knowles wore jeans and a suede …

Stars And Their Homes

Don’t worry we’re not going to go all Hello magazine on you. This isn’t about “stunning interiors” and “fabulous hallways”, it’s about the curse of Chelsea football club. First up, Sven-Goran Eriksson, who has had a few ‘connections’ with the west London club, to say …

A Quick Buck For Hirst

The Young British Art Phenomenon has come in for a lot of stick over the years. Hirst, Emin and Turk et al have been accused of shallow shock tactics, cruelty to animals, and making themselves comfortable in the pocket of Charles Saatchi. But last week …

The Bols Hotel Rooms

Question: What connects the ageing, scouse doyen of light entertainment, Cilla Black, with the people behind Bols Blue, arguably one of the most evil spirits ever concocted? Answer: The Great Eastern Hotel. From this week, the Bols marketing team has enlisted the help of London …

Dave’s Big Night Out

The 23rd of March 2005, The Royal Albert Hall, London. Put it in your diaries and book your ticket now because it’s going to be a sellout. At least Londonist hopes it will be for Dave Loew’s sake. Dave is our new hero because he’s …