On paper at least, the last Quarter-Final of the Dorset Music Awards at The Winchester looked almost unmissable, with an eclectic five band line-up of top quality, original local music. I managed to miss the second Q/F, which by all accounts packed out the venue completely, whereas tonight’s event (at its peak) fell short of ...

Let the debates begin – the quarter-finalists for this year’s Dorset Music Awards have just been announced. Before we pass comment on those who did and didn’t make it, here’s the all important list who made it through… Bel Casino Big Face Reggae Cella Creeps Constellation County Hospital Evolver Fearne Hessian Kinnie The Explorer Lauren ...

Last Thursday Oxjam Bournemouth’s fundraising activity kicked off in earnest, with an afternoon pitch at the Bournemouth Family Festival in Meyrick Park, followed by a five band gig at O’Neill’s in the evening. Fundraising Co-ordinator Geoff Birchenough deserves a standing ovation for his efforts, not just in organising these events, but more for his dedication ...

As the preparation continues for the main Oxjam Bournemouth Takeover Event on 23 October, we’ve been busy organising a number of fundraising events over the coming months. The first of which will be taking place a week tomorrow (29 July) at O’Neill’s at the Lansdowne in Bournemouth. This gig is FREE ENTRY! and features five ...

It takes a lot of knowledge, hard work and dedication to make what is effectively a ‘battle of the bands’ competition as credible and successful as the Dorset Music Awards. Before I start to comment on the quality on stage, it must be said the quality shown off it by not just Rich and Trev ...