2008 is the first full year that I have spent in London and one of the things I like most about this city is the sheer number of quality musical events that take place on an almost daily basis. "Spoiled for choice" is the truth. I managed to squeeze in just over 50 gigs this year, covering a range of genres and venues. Below I've listed the ones that really stood out and these are the musicians that I think are worth putting on your "would like to see live" lists. All venues are in London, unless otherwise stated.
DJ Krush @ Koko (Saturday 19 January)
Japan's DJ master put down a sublimely crafted set of downtempo, lesser known instrumental Hip-Hop that left me wondering "where does he get this stuff from?" Seriously beautiful beats, perfectly blended. Domo arigato sensei. DJ Vadim did a decent opening set, Memory9 was interesting, and The Herbaliser dropped a great closing set.
Björk @ Apollo Hammersmith (Monday 14 April)
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DJ Krush @ Koko (Saturday 19 January)
Japan's DJ master put down a sublimely crafted set of downtempo, lesser known instrumental Hip-Hop that left me wondering "where does he get this stuff from?" Seriously beautiful beats, perfectly blended. Domo arigato sensei. DJ Vadim did a decent opening set, Memory9 was interesting, and The Herbaliser dropped a great closing set.
Björk @ Apollo Hammersmith (Monday 14 April)
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