British rapper MIA has recorded a track with Madonna for the legendary singer?s 12th studio album.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047673&c=1
Wednesday 30 November 2011
Live Music Bill ?closer than ever? to becoming law
The Live Music Bill, which aims to roll back almost a decade of licensing restrictions on small live music events, is ?closer than ever? to being passed by Parliament.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047679&c=1
Hellooo weekend!
Chris: will be going to the gym and then chilling, illing, maxing and relaxing
Dave: has rushed off so we're not sure what he's doing this weekend
Tina: has a 10.30 hair appointment, then she's trying to figure out what to wear to a Halloween party tonight (it's a major stress)
Dom: is getting his hair cut and coloured in a different salon to Tina's, then he's up to general family stuff
Aled: is spending the weekend with his sister and her daughter, shopping and doings kids stuff
Matt: is going out with his parents for dinner tonight and then tomorrow night he's going to a Halloween house party
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/10/hellooo_weekend.html
Watch Footage of Frank Ocean Performing in New York City
Go here to watch Frank Ocean of Odd Future performing his first show in New York City. Ocean is one of the most buzzed about and mysterious singers in music, and he had to cancel his initially planned NYC performance earlier this month when he got sick. It was worth the wait, though. With just a
post christmas bloat
my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml
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Circus Action
Do do doo-doo-do do do-do do dooooo.. that's the circus music as Annie & Grimmy went to Cirque Du Soleil at The Royal Albert hall to try and see if they could join the circus... check out how they got...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/circus_action.shtml
Alfie Boe launches Nordoff Robbins Christmas appeal
Opera Tenor Alfie Boe has become an official ambassador for the charity Nordoff Robbins. As part of his role he will help launch the 2011 Christmas appeal to raise �100,000 to transform the lives of vulnerable people.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047690&c=1
It is Thursday and tomorrow is BIG!
Chris - will be recording links for the Radio 1 Free Download, meeting some mates to have a catch up whilst drinking tea, then getting ready for tomorrows show as we have a massive BBC Radio 1Xtra announcement and the X Factor panel; Kelly Rowland, Gary Barlow, Tulisa Contostavlos and Louis Walsh will be coming in!
Dave - will be recording links for the Radio 1 Free Download, doing a few jobs, picking the car up from the garage and then having a kip
Dom - will be doing Newsbeat's Odd Box and then probably have a turbo sleep which could well begin at 6pm tonight
Tina - has a couple of meetings, going food shopping, then catching up on Boardwalk Empire and True Blood
Aled - preparing for our big BBC Radio 1Xtra announcement tomorrow with Kelly Rowland and her friends Gary, Tulisa and Louis and then going to the gym
Matt - is off to a city somewhere in the UK to recce some suitable venues for an exciting Christmas event involving the show
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/it_is_thursday_and_tomorrow_is.html
Tuesday really is a dull day - but the blog rocks!
Chris - is filming with Stacey Solomon and then he's having a night in with his mate tonight
Dave - is mainly doing some assorted jobs and then he's going to swimming class later
Tina - is having a darts masterclass with Vernon Kay and Phil 'The Power' Taylor
Aled - is recording an interview with old producer Sam for our Boxing Day show, physio and the gym
Matt - is having some injections for his trip to Thailand in the new year and then he's planning tonight where him and his friends are actually going to go whilst they're there
Dom - will be trying to watch the Chelsea vs. Liverpool game, but he's not sure it's on TV
Freya - is playing darts with Tina, Phil 'The Power' and Vernon Kay
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/tuesday_really_is_a_dull_day_-.html
Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!
Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml
Elliot Minors Christmas Songs
Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml
Midem to hold second Hack Day
Midem 2012 will play host to the second Midem Music Hack Day, with 30 developers from around the world given 48 hours to come up with new apps for the music industry.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047672&c=1
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New dates announced for Lovebox festival 10th anniversary
London festival Lovebox will take place earlier in the year than usual in 2012, with the Victoria Park weekender happening between June 15-17.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047684&c=1
Gorillaz celebrate with Spotify
Gorillaz are celebrating their 10th anniversary, as well as new singles collection, with Spotify.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047671&c=1
Panic At The Disco dates!
Hey, Hope you all heard the lovely Brendan from Panic (note the lack of !) At The Disco on the show. Not only did he make us laugh and sing with Annie but he also announced EXCLUSIVELY the UK...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/panic_at_the_disco_dates_1.shtml
David Attenborough
Next week, we're going to pre-record an interview with the legend that is Sir David Attenborough. We really want to ask him your questions, so please do let us know any questions you want to ask him.. just stick it...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/david_attenborough.shtml
Videos Galore
If you've not heard the show over the last two weeks you've been missing out on loads of things, but as we're so lovely (and modest) we've put some videos online of us doing stuff for you to see with...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/videos_galore.shtml
Merry Monday
Chris - is off to film again for his new TV show with Stacey Soloman and then he's getting back home to watch I'm A Celebrity
Dave - has a meeting with Roy Walker in his Imaginrrium, then he's doing the school run and then he's having an early night
Dom - is presenting the lunchtime edition of Newsbeat and then he is taking his kids out for dinner
Tina - has lots of domestic chores to see to, then she's having a nap and looking for a new flat
Freya - has a couple of meetings, then she's sleeping after her first day of show producing
Matt - is busy working in the office, then tonight he's going for a run and then packing for Manchester
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/merry_monday.html
David Bowie Says There is No Musical Planned For the O2
The David Bowie Organization has issued a statement regarding the rumors that a musical based on Bowie tunes would be take place at the O2 in London. "Neither the David Bowie Organization, nor its co-publishers EMI Music and Chrysalis, has issued a license for a Bowie musical at the O2, as has been
Bauer research suggests radio remains top music destination
Kiss and Magic owner Bauer Radio says new research shows radio remains the number one place its audiences go to for music.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047681&c=1
We're getting festive today
Chris - is going to a screening of Arthur Christmas with his friend Matt Fincham (aka Arthur) and then this afternoon he's working on scripts; as he's so busy over the next week, he's going to start packing his bag for Manchester now ahead of Children In Need Rocks
Dave - is also going to the screening of Arthur Christmas, then he's doing the school run and then he's going swimming with his daughter Nicole
Dom - unfortunately won't be able to go the screening as he has to go to an important news meeting
Tina - is going to dry her hair after recovering from being gunged this morning, then she's going to the screening
Freya - is also off to the screening and is then going to spin at the gym
Matt - is also off to the screening and then tonight he's going for a run
Aled - is also going to the screening and then he's off to the gym to get buff ahead of JLS being on the show tomorrow
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/were_getting_festive_today.html
Panic At The Disco dates!
Hey, Hope you all heard the lovely Brendan from Panic (note the lack of !) At The Disco on the show. Not only did he make us laugh and sing with Annie but he also announced EXCLUSIVELY the UK...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/panic_at_the_disco_dates_1.shtml
Norah Jones and The Little Willies to Perform on Grand Ole Opry Today
The Norah Jones-led The Little Willies will release For the Good Times on Jan. 10 and the group is gearing up for the album with a key performance at the country music showcase known as the Grand Ole Opry. It will air live today and you can listen on the radio by tuning to 650 AM WSM, or go here for
Norah Jones and The Little Willies to Perform on Grand Ole Opry Today
The Norah Jones-led The Little Willies will release For the Good Times on Jan. 10 and the group is gearing up for the album with a key performance at the country music showcase known as the Grand Ole Opry. It will air live today and you can listen on the radio by tuning to 650 AM WSM, or go here for
Tuesday 29 November 2011
Trick or Treat...
Chris: has a meeting with Aled, then he'll be going to the gym, having a suit fitting for his new TV series and then learning the script for the he's recording tomorrow
Dave: will be taking his car in for a service, picking his daughter up from school and working out the best way to this without a car
Dom: will be presenting the 12:45 Newsbeat programme, attending lots of meetings and then going back home to terrorise the neighbourhood (as it's Halloween!)
Tina: is having a nap, waking up to do lots of work and then needs to sort out her road tax
Aled: has a busy week ahead so will be using today as his sleep day
Matt: has three back-to-back meetings, record company appointments, then tonight he's going out with two good mates
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/10/trick_or_treat.html
Live Music Bill ?closer than ever? to becoming law
The Live Music Bill, which aims to roll back almost a decade of licensing restrictions on small live music events, is ?closer than ever? to being passed by Parliament.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047679&c=1
Happy November!
Chris - is off to film the pilot of his new TV show with Stacey Soloman
Dave - is off to Manchester to give a speech at the Radio Academy Festival
Dom - is interviewing Fireman Sam after the show and then going to his Mum's for her birthday
Tina - has a massage booked at 11 and then she's going back to her hometown of Harrow
Aled - is also off to Manchester to speak at the Radio Academy Festival
Matt - is working hard in the office, getting a long overdue haircut and going for a run
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/happy_november.html
Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle
Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml
Plastic Head agrees deal with Italian rock label
Plastic Head has agreed a UK distribution deal with Italian hard rock label Frontiers Records.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047683&c=1
Top Stop Music Partners With Atlantic Records For Distribution Deal
Calling all Latin music fans! Top Stop Music has entered an exclusive distribution deal with Atlantic Records for the U.S. Founded by producer Sergio George and Gregory Elias, Top Stop has grown into one of the leading Latin independent labels in the US in just three short years. The label boasts an
MIA works with Madonna on new album
British rapper MIA has recorded a track with Madonna for the legendary singer?s 12th studio album.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047673&c=1
Wyclef Jean Says He is Proud of How His Charity Dealt With Haiti Earthquake
Even though his bid for presidency of his native Haiti was a miserable failure, musician Wyclef Jean says he's proud of the way his charity responded after the earthquake that rocked the nation almost two years ago. The artist's Yele Haiti Foundation rebuilt an orphanage and set up a system of
MIA works with Madonna on new album
British rapper MIA has recorded a track with Madonna for the legendary singer?s 12th studio album.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047673&c=1
Dizzee Rascal takes Dirtee Stank to Universal
Dizzee Rascal, whose hits on his own Dirtee Stank label have been one of the indie success stories of the past few years, has signed his first major label deal ? with Universal.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047669&c=1
Panic At The Disco dates!
Hey, Hope you all heard the lovely Brendan from Panic (note the lack of !) At The Disco on the show. Not only did he make us laugh and sing with Annie but he also announced EXCLUSIVELY the UK...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/panic_at_the_disco_dates_1.shtml
Bloodline Cartel Web Site Launches
Director and photographer Corey Soria preserves the blood, sweat, and tears of every artist in front of his lens. Whether he's shooting artists live onstage, directing music videos, or creating press shots, Soria maintains every subject's raw integrity. Soria's brand new web site for his photography
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/bloodline-cartel-web-site-launches/9805251
Nordic Music Prize reveals longlist of nominees
The Nordic Music Prize 2011 has revealed 10 candidates voted for by each of the 5 Nordic countries that are eligible to be put forward for the coveted 12-place shortlist of acts vying for the prize.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047682&c=1
Watch Ladytron MTV Iggy Footage
Fresh from the release of their gorgeous fifth album Gravity the Seducer, MTV IGGY presents electropop heroes Ladytron. The shimmering live session saw the group perform songs under bright neon lights in a Victorian theatre. The glamorous venue set the mood for their somber-yet-sparkling synth
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/watch-ladytron-mtv-iggy-footage/9801632
Thank flip it's nearly the weekend!
Chris - is going for a coffee with his 2 producers
Dave - has had to rush off to appear on a live TV show at midday today
Dom - is doing the OddBox today and then having a sleep
Freya - is going for coffee with Chris then is doing some training and catching up with a mate
Matt - is compiling the Golden Hour, going to yoga, going to a meeting this afternoon and then catching up on some new music tonight
Aled - is having some record company appointments and then going to the gym
Tina - is off to see 50% of a tennis match with Roger Federer today
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/thank_flip_its_nearly_the_week.html
Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle
Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml
Regina Spektor to Release "What We Saw From the Cheap Seats"
Regina Spektor's cleverly titled new album What We Saw From the Cheap Seats is set to drop in May 2012. The album, recorded with producer Mike Elizondo, will be her first release since Far, which landed in 2009. "I'm very excited to say that this summer I recorded a new record with Mike Elizondo in
This, is my skin
Ok, that was a poor attempt at being a bit like Kate Nash, the title of this blog, but it's about Skins. We've spent today (my birthday) in the office drinking tea, eating cake and working out which Skins characters...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/this_is_my_skin.shtml
The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video
Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml
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Grooveshark internal emails made public
Following the news that Universal music filed a million-dollar lawsuit against Grooveshark in relation to alleged cases of copyright infringement, internal emails from the case have been made public, revealing the apparent audacity of Grooveshark...
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047674&c=1
Mac's podcast links
So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml
We're getting festive today
Chris - is going to a screening of Arthur Christmas with his friend Matt Fincham (aka Arthur) and then this afternoon he's working on scripts; as he's so busy over the next week, he's going to start packing his bag for Manchester now ahead of Children In Need Rocks
Dave - is also going to the screening of Arthur Christmas, then he's doing the school run and then he's going swimming with his daughter Nicole
Dom - unfortunately won't be able to go the screening as he has to go to an important news meeting
Tina - is going to dry her hair after recovering from being gunged this morning, then she's going to the screening
Freya - is also off to the screening and is then going to spin at the gym
Matt - is also off to the screening and then tonight he's going for a run
Aled - is also going to the screening and then he's off to the gym to get buff ahead of JLS being on the show tomorrow
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/were_getting_festive_today.html
George Michael Cancels Remaining 2011 Tour Dates
No more tour dates for George Michael in 2011?at all. The singer canceled the rest of his remaining 2011 tour dates in order to recover from a bout with pneumonia. Michael was hospitalized in Austria on Wednesday and doctor's diagnosed him with pneumonia at that time. He immediately canceled a batch
The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video
Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml
Monday 28 November 2011
Robin Gibb Issues Heartfelt Statement
Ailing Bee Gees member Robin Gibb released a statement to the press on Thanksgiving (Nov. 24). Even though he is battling cancer, he was still very thankful. His statement is as follows: "I wish to thank my family, friends and fans and the many thousands of people who do not know me but have enjoyed
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/robin-gibb-issues-heartfelt-statement/9801626
Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!
Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml
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IFPI takes action against Pirate Bay
Following last week?s action by the BPI that extended a Pirate Bay block request to 5 of the UK?s largest ISPs, the IFPI has made a move against the copyright infringing company by suing the Finnish-based administrators.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047660&c=1
Out this week: Adele, Take That and Kylie Minogue
As we enter the gifting season, a host of live offerings are being released - this week sees such offerings in the album chart from Adele (Live At the Royal Albert Hall), Kylie Minogue (Aphrodite Les Folies ? Live in London) and Take That...
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047664&c=1
Gwyneth Paltrow Robert De Niro Liam Neeson Justin Timberlake
Watch Ladytron MTV Iggy Footage
Fresh from the release of their gorgeous fifth album Gravity the Seducer, MTV IGGY presents electropop heroes Ladytron. The shimmering live session saw the group perform songs under bright neon lights in a Victorian theatre. The glamorous venue set the mood for their somber-yet-sparkling synth
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/watch-ladytron-mtv-iggy-footage/9801632
Muffin Tuesday
Chris - will be filming the last two editions of his show with Stacey Solomon, having lunch with Andi Peters and then tonight packing a bag with fresh pants and socks for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester and oh yes he is excited!
Dave - will be having a meeting with Roy Walker, doing assorted jobs, picking Nicole up from swimming and then packing a bag for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester
Dom - will be writing BBC's Newsbeat Odd Box today as he normally records it on a Wednesday, but tomorrow he is going to Manchester. Then tonight he'll be packing for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester
Tina - will be sending emails, packing her bag for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester and then her friend is staying over tonight
Freya - will be eating chocolate and nut muffins all morning, sleeping and then going to a spin class later
Matt - will be avoiding the muffins, going for a nice lunch, getting ready for Manchester and then going out for a friend's birthday drinks
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/muffin_tuesday.html
Is it really only Monday?
Chris - has a meeting about the Children In Need Rocks concert, then he's off to the gym and then he's buying some cheap clothes for our Truth Or Gunge feature
Dave - will be having a meeting with Roy Walker in his imaginarium, then he's doing the school run and then having a chicken salad for his tea
Dom - will be presenting Newsbeat at lunchtime, then he's going to have another shower after being gunged today and then tonight he's also doing the school run
Tina - has a meeting, some work bits and bobs to sort and then she's going to try to go to the gym
Freya - is catching up on what's been happening and then having an early night as she's suffering from jet lag
Aled - is going to a school to see how Children In Need money is spent
Matt - will be continuing to sort out Truth Or Gunge and then going for a sleep
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/is_it_really_only_monday.html
George Michael Cancels Remaining 2011 Tour Dates
No more tour dates for George Michael in 2011?at all. The singer canceled the rest of his remaining 2011 tour dates in order to recover from a bout with pneumonia. Michael was hospitalized in Austria on Wednesday and doctor's diagnosed him with pneumonia at that time. He immediately canceled a batch
Out this week: Adele, Take That and Kylie Minogue
As we enter the gifting season, a host of live offerings are being released - this week sees such offerings in the album chart from Adele (Live At the Royal Albert Hall), Kylie Minogue (Aphrodite Les Folies ? Live in London) and Take That...
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047664&c=1
David Attenborough
Next week, we're going to pre-record an interview with the legend that is Sir David Attenborough. We really want to ask him your questions, so please do let us know any questions you want to ask him.. just stick it...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/david_attenborough.shtml
Lily Allen Gives Birth to a Daughter
British singer Lily Allen has welcomed a daughter. Her ex, DJ Seb Chew, broke the news via Twitter on Friday (Nov. 25). He tweeted the following post: "sending out love to lily, sam and mini cooper?? YES." Mini Cooper, huh? Like the car? Allen, 26, married Sam Cooper in June. They revealed they were
Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lily-allen-gives-birth-to-a-daughter/9801621
See the Music: Gym Class Heroes ? "Kid Nothing and the Never-Ending Naked Nightmare"
Fresh off their performance at Sunday night's AMAs, Gym Class Heroes popped by our office to talk about their latest, The Papercut Chronicles II, for our "See the Music" series. They enlightened us about not one, but two songs from the album. First, they offered up the scoop on "Stereo Hearts," one
Oh My Gosh I Saw Skins
Oh my oh my, I'm one excited fella today. This morning I got to go see the first episode of Series 2 of Skins, which'll be hitting your TV screens early Feb, and if that was not exciting enough I...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/oh_my_gosh_i_saw_skins.shtml
David Attenborough
Next week, we're going to pre-record an interview with the legend that is Sir David Attenborough. We really want to ask him your questions, so please do let us know any questions you want to ask him.. just stick it...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/david_attenborough.shtml
Out this week: Adele, Take That and Kylie Minogue
As we enter the gifting season, a host of live offerings are being released - this week sees such offerings in the album chart from Adele (Live At the Royal Albert Hall), Kylie Minogue (Aphrodite Les Folies ? Live in London) and Take That...
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047664&c=1
More companies join Julie's Bicycle
AEG, Kilimanjaro, NEC and Artichoke have all signed up to Julie?s Bicycle Associate scheme ? which finds all four companies commiting to make their businesses more environmentally friendly.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047648&c=1
UK Airplay Chart: Maroon 5 and Rihanna continue rule
In radio airplay, the top 3 remains the same as last week with Maroon 5, Rihanna and David Guetta heading up the chart. Labrinth re-enters the top 10 following an audience increase, landing at 5 withEearthquake. Other risers inside the top...
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047665&c=1
More companies join Julie's Bicycle
AEG, Kilimanjaro, NEC and Artichoke have all signed up to Julie?s Bicycle Associate scheme ? which finds all four companies commiting to make their businesses more environmentally friendly.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047648&c=1
This, is my skin
Ok, that was a poor attempt at being a bit like Kate Nash, the title of this blog, but it's about Skins. We've spent today (my birthday) in the office drinking tea, eating cake and working out which Skins characters...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/this_is_my_skin.shtml
Muffin Tuesday
Chris - will be filming the last two editions of his show with Stacey Solomon, having lunch with Andi Peters and then tonight packing a bag with fresh pants and socks for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester and oh yes he is excited!
Dave - will be having a meeting with Roy Walker, doing assorted jobs, picking Nicole up from swimming and then packing a bag for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester
Dom - will be writing BBC's Newsbeat Odd Box today as he normally records it on a Wednesday, but tomorrow he is going to Manchester. Then tonight he'll be packing for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester
Tina - will be sending emails, packing her bag for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester and then her friend is staying over tonight
Freya - will be eating chocolate and nut muffins all morning, sleeping and then going to a spin class later
Matt - will be avoiding the muffins, going for a nice lunch, getting ready for Manchester and then going out for a friend's birthday drinks
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/muffin_tuesday.html
Will.i.am Reveals How He Wooed Mick Jagger
will.i.am revealed how he got The Rolling Stones' singer Mick Jagger's attention! You can go hard or go home, especially when it comes to Mick Jagger! Will apparently went hard. Jagger is featured on the track "T.H.E. (The Hardest Ever)" off will's forthcoming solo album #willpower and the Black
Official Singles Chart: Rihanna pips Olly Murs to No.1, Rebecca Ferguson in at No.10
Rihanna's We Found Love (feat. Calvin Harris) has tonight enjoyed another week at the top of the UK's Official Singles Chart.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047652&c=1
Hellooo weekend!
Chris: will be going to the gym and then chilling, illing, maxing and relaxing
Dave: has rushed off so we're not sure what he's doing this weekend
Tina: has a 10.30 hair appointment, then she's trying to figure out what to wear to a Halloween party tonight (it's a major stress)
Dom: is getting his hair cut and coloured in a different salon to Tina's, then he's up to general family stuff
Aled: is spending the weekend with his sister and her daughter, shopping and doings kids stuff
Matt: is going out with his parents for dinner tonight and then tomorrow night he's going to a Halloween house party
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/10/hellooo_weekend.html
Rock City Art music photography gallery launches
A Bedford-based photographic gallery, run by music photographers and dedicated to a host of famous rock ?n? roll images, is due to open on December 2.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047634&c=1
Sunday 27 November 2011
Elliot Minors Christmas Songs
Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml
Is it really only Monday?
Chris - has a meeting about the Children In Need Rocks concert, then he's off to the gym and then he's buying some cheap clothes for our Truth Or Gunge feature
Dave - will be having a meeting with Roy Walker in his imaginarium, then he's doing the school run and then having a chicken salad for his tea
Dom - will be presenting Newsbeat at lunchtime, then he's going to have another shower after being gunged today and then tonight he's also doing the school run
Tina - has a meeting, some work bits and bobs to sort and then she's going to try to go to the gym
Freya - is catching up on what's been happening and then having an early night as she's suffering from jet lag
Aled - is going to a school to see how Children In Need money is spent
Matt - will be continuing to sort out Truth Or Gunge and then going for a sleep
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/is_it_really_only_monday.html
Mac's podcast links
So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml
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Official Singles Chart: Rihanna pips Olly Murs to No.1, Rebecca Ferguson in at No.10
Rihanna's We Found Love (feat. Calvin Harris) has tonight enjoyed another week at the top of the UK's Official Singles Chart.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047652&c=1
David Attenborough
Next week, we're going to pre-record an interview with the legend that is Sir David Attenborough. We really want to ask him your questions, so please do let us know any questions you want to ask him.. just stick it...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/david_attenborough.shtml
Circus Action
Do do doo-doo-do do do-do do dooooo.. that's the circus music as Annie & Grimmy went to Cirque Du Soleil at The Royal Albert hall to try and see if they could join the circus... check out how they got...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/circus_action.shtml
Band named in stage collapse lawsuit
Following a stage collapse during a concert in Indiana State Fair last December that killed seven people, a lawsuit has been filed by survivors that names performing act Sugarland amongst the parties they seek damages from.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047646&c=1
Rock City Art music photography gallery launches
A Bedford-based photographic gallery, run by music photographers and dedicated to a host of famous rock ?n? roll images, is due to open on December 2.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047634&c=1
We like Lady Gaga
Chris: will be having a medical and then attending a very important meeting
Dave: will be going to lunch with his Grandma and daughter Nicole
Dom: will be doing the Odd Box and blatantly plugging his video
Tina: is having a surveyor round which is annoying, having lunch at a restaurant which sells mainly chicken and then may see Maverick Sabre tonight
Aled: will be taking his sister and niece out and around London
Matt: will be going to yoga then tonight is cooking a salmon and pasta dish for his housemates
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/10/we_like_lady_gaga.html
It's only bloomin' Tuesday :(
Chris - has a meeting with his accountant which is going to be fabulously exciting and then tonight he might treat himself to an hour with his new computer game Call Of Duty which he purchased yesterday
Dave - has a Twinterview, then he's picking up Nicole from school and taking her swimming
Dom - will also be taking his daughter swimming tonight
Aled - is going to see his physio and then he's going to try to have an evening out with a friend
Matt - will be meeting up with Roy Walker, having a nice lunch and then going for a run tonight
Freya - is organising Christmas on the show
Tina - is off sick with an ulcer in the eye
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/its_only_bloomin_tuesday_1.html
ISM voices concerns over music education plan
ISM has welcomed Government?s plans to continuing music education, but has expressed serious concerns over its practicalities and the scheme?s 'hub' structure.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047650&c=1
Take Aim: JVC Mobile Entertainment Rocks
Few brands have willingly embraced modern rock 'n' roll as much as JVC Mobile Entertainment has. With their Turn Me On viral video campaign?a phenomenon that's amassed over 40 million impressions over the course of four installments?the brand has enlisted the likes of Papa Roach, Buckcherry, Puddle
We like Lady Gaga
Chris: will be having a medical and then attending a very important meeting
Dave: will be going to lunch with his Grandma and daughter Nicole
Dom: will be doing the Odd Box and blatantly plugging his video
Tina: is having a surveyor round which is annoying, having lunch at a restaurant which sells mainly chicken and then may see Maverick Sabre tonight
Aled: will be taking his sister and niece out and around London
Matt: will be going to yoga then tonight is cooking a salmon and pasta dish for his housemates
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/10/we_like_lady_gaga.html
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Midweek Chart update: Rihanna album smashes through 100,000 sales
Rihanna?s new album Talk That Talk has broken through 100,000 UK sales in just three days to become one of the fastest sellers of 2011.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047635&c=1
Kid Cudi Working on New Project W Z R D
Rapper Kid Cudi has launched a new project with producer Dot Da Genius. He posted a tweet revealing that the project will be called W Z R D. The debut album is slated for release on Jan. 30, which is Kid Cudi's birthday. It's a present to himself and to fans, yo. Will you celebrate Kid Cudi's bday
Lollapalooza Chile and Brazil Lineups Announced
The lineups of Lollapalooza Chile and Brazil have been announced and the South American versions will share some but not all acts on their bills. Lollapalooza Chile and Lollapalooza Brazil will feature Foo Fighters, Arctic Monkeys, Skrillex, Calvin Harris, MGMT, TV on the Radio, Bassnectar, Band of
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Perez Does The Grapest Challenge Ever
Perez Hilton joined us on the show yesterday, and he completed Switch's Grapest Challenge Ever... the top scorer previously was Reggie Yates and he got a grand total of was 32... see how he does.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/perez_does_the_grapest_challen.shtml
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Merry Monday
Chris - is off to film again for his new TV show with Stacey Soloman and then he's getting back home to watch I'm A Celebrity
Dave - has a meeting with Roy Walker in his Imaginrrium, then he's doing the school run and then he's having an early night
Dom - is presenting the lunchtime edition of Newsbeat and then he is taking his kids out for dinner
Tina - has lots of domestic chores to see to, then she's having a nap and looking for a new flat
Freya - has a couple of meetings, then she's sleeping after her first day of show producing
Matt - is busy working in the office, then tonight he's going for a run and then packing for Manchester
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/merry_monday.html
Birthday Action
On Monday I celebrated my Birthday, which was very lovely. The rest of the switch team very kindly brought me a cake and a card. That's not all though... keep reading....
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/birthday_action.shtml
Circus Action
Do do doo-doo-do do do-do do dooooo.. that's the circus music as Annie & Grimmy went to Cirque Du Soleil at The Royal Albert hall to try and see if they could join the circus... check out how they got...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/circus_action.shtml
Thank you very much - it is finally Friday!
Chris - this weekend he'll be looking after his cousin Glenn who is visiting from foreign shores
Dave - will be having a nice quiet weekend, not travelling around the country but rather spending quality time with his daughter
Dom - his daughter Xanthe will be celebrating her 6th birthday by having a party tonight and then it's bonfire night tomorrow which Dom will be safe at after Fireman Sam's advice earlier this week
Tina - is doing voiceover work today and then going to a bonfire party tomorrow night
Aled - is going to Bangor tomorrow night to DJ
Matt - will be trying to go for a drink later if he's still awake and then tomorrow he's celebrating Bonfire Night with a group of friends
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/thank_you_very_much_-_it_is_fi.html
The White Buffalo's "House of the Rising Sun" to Be Featured in "Sons of Anarchy" Season Finale
The White Buffalo's song "House of the Rising Sun" will be prominently featured in the season finale of Sons of Anarchy (TV Series). The series has featured other songs, including "Wish It Was True." The latter song is available on his Lost and Found EP, which is out digitally on Dec. 6. The White
Mary Mary Sisters Erica + Tina Campbell to Star in WE Series
TV alert! Talk about a sister act! As the popular three-time Grammy� award-winning Gospel duo, "Mary Mary," Erica and Tina Campbell are busy career women touring the country, promoting their sixth album, Something Big and walking Hollywood red carpets. More than that, they're sisters and mothers who
It's only bloomin' Tuesday :(
Chris - has a meeting with his accountant which is going to be fabulously exciting and then tonight he might treat himself to an hour with his new computer game Call Of Duty which he purchased yesterday
Dave - has a Twinterview, then he's picking up Nicole from school and taking her swimming
Dom - will also be taking his daughter swimming tonight
Aled - is going to see his physio and then he's going to try to have an evening out with a friend
Matt - will be meeting up with Roy Walker, having a nice lunch and then going for a run tonight
Freya - is organising Christmas on the show
Tina - is off sick with an ulcer in the eye
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/its_only_bloomin_tuesday_1.html
Saturday 26 November 2011
Midweek Chart update: Rihanna poised to overtake Murs
Rihanna looks increasingly likely to deny Olly Murs a third UK number one single this weekend after her We Found Love hit with Calvin Harris closed the sales gap on Murs? Dance With Me Tonight to just 49 units.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047647&c=1
We're getting festive today
Chris - is going to a screening of Arthur Christmas with his friend Matt Fincham (aka Arthur) and then this afternoon he's working on scripts; as he's so busy over the next week, he's going to start packing his bag for Manchester now ahead of Children In Need Rocks
Dave - is also going to the screening of Arthur Christmas, then he's doing the school run and then he's going swimming with his daughter Nicole
Dom - unfortunately won't be able to go the screening as he has to go to an important news meeting
Tina - is going to dry her hair after recovering from being gunged this morning, then she's going to the screening
Freya - is also off to the screening and is then going to spin at the gym
Matt - is also off to the screening and then tonight he's going for a run
Aled - is also going to the screening and then he's off to the gym to get buff ahead of JLS being on the show tomorrow
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/were_getting_festive_today.html
Florence set for R1 Hackney Weekend
Florence + The Machine has been added to the bill for the Radio 1 Hackney Weekend next year and is also set to take over Annie Mac?s R1 show tomorrow night.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047641&c=1
Rihanna Designs Collection For Emporio Armani
Rihanna has designed a clothing collection for Emporio Armani. RiRi has a previous relationship with the fashion house, since she is the spokesmodel for the label's underwear and jeans collection. She will now go behind-the-scenes to create a limited edition range, including T-shirts, lingerie and
Wiley set for third new album in six months
Ever-maverick grime artist Wiley is to release his third album in six months this January on Big Dada.
Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1047644&c=1
Muffin Tuesday
Chris - will be filming the last two editions of his show with Stacey Solomon, having lunch with Andi Peters and then tonight packing a bag with fresh pants and socks for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester and oh yes he is excited!
Dave - will be having a meeting with Roy Walker, doing assorted jobs, picking Nicole up from swimming and then packing a bag for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester
Dom - will be writing BBC's Newsbeat Odd Box today as he normally records it on a Wednesday, but tomorrow he is going to Manchester. Then tonight he'll be packing for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester
Tina - will be sending emails, packing her bag for BBC Children In Need Rocks Manchester and then her friend is staying over tonight
Freya - will be eating chocolate and nut muffins all morning, sleeping and then going to a spin class later
Matt - will be avoiding the muffins, going for a nice lunch, getting ready for Manchester and then going out for a friend's birthday drinks
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/muffin_tuesday.html
Thank flip it's nearly the weekend!
Chris - is going for a coffee with his 2 producers
Dave - has had to rush off to appear on a live TV show at midday today
Dom - is doing the OddBox today and then having a sleep
Freya - is going for coffee with Chris then is doing some training and catching up with a mate
Matt - is compiling the Golden Hour, going to yoga, going to a meeting this afternoon and then catching up on some new music tonight
Aled - is having some record company appointments and then going to the gym
Tina - is off to see 50% of a tennis match with Roger Federer today
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/11/thank_flip_its_nearly_the_week.html
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Lollapalooza Chile and Brazil Lineups Announced
The lineups of Lollapalooza Chile and Brazil have been announced and the South American versions will share some but not all acts on their bills. Lollapalooza Chile and Lollapalooza Brazil will feature Foo Fighters, Arctic Monkeys, Skrillex, Calvin Harris, MGMT, TV on the Radio, Bassnectar, Band of
Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle
Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml
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