Tag Archives: Open Mic

Bank Holiday Bonanza

By anne c | Published: 22 May 2009

Searching for some soul, or perhaps you’ve got beach babes on your mind… Whatever tickles your fancy you’ll find it in the north east enclave known as N16. From drum ‘n’ bass to ska, there are discos, DJs, live music, karaoke, beer gardens, BBQs and even a bit of bashment. If you fancy some fancy [...]

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Plugged In, Switched On – Open Mic at the White Hart

By anne c | Published: 22 May 2009

Recently had the chance to catch up with affable Scotsman, Stokey local and familiar face around the bar and party scene, Iain Houston to find out what he’s been up to. Turns out he’s been busy setting up a new fortnightly event called Plugged In, Switched On at the White Hart. First things first, how [...]

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Adventures in Striddyland – An interview with Astrid Brook

By Tom | Published: 23 March 2009

Astrid Brook is a local singer and songwriter, a generally lovely person, and probably as nice an urban hippie as you could ever hope to meet. I met up with her in The Lion to talk about her new album, her charity work in Sri Lanka and all things Stoke Newington. How long have you [...]

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