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		End of Term gigs!!! (June 08) The 2007/2008 academic year concluded to a thrilling finale, with some of the most talented, up-coming BIMM musicians taking to the stage for the ‘End of Term’ celebratory events. Gig-goers of Brighton ventured in their masses to the city’s Concorde 2 and Komedia venue to witness a highly anticipated double-dosage of rock and acoustic acts. Pioneering Kerrang! radio DJ ‘Loz’ took to the microphone as special guest presenter for the final night. With the honour of introducing the 60 acts our musicians performed a variety of classic covers as well as their own material. All profits made, including previous events, came to £4500 and were donated to local charity “Argus Appeal”. Chris Difford of Squeeze even popped by to present the cheque with BIMM musician Puff Gandolfo to local newspaper The Argus! He finally sang the Squeeze hit “Cool for Cats” which went down a storm.

		BIMM tutor plays Remo Night of Drummers! (June 08) James Hester, Head of Drums at BIMM Bristol, took the stage alongside the best drummers on the planet at Remo Night of Drummers, part of Drummer Live and the London International Music Show on June 14th. The show, raising money for the Teenage Cancer Trust, featured James Blunt’s band backing each drummer playing one number of their choice. Whilst the actual songs played were a secret until the show, James mentioned beforehand he will be playing something funky to get the room going! The full line up was - Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Steve White (Paul Weller), Neal Wilkinson (session legend inc Van Morrison), James Hester (Malakai), Jo Jo Mayer (drumming legend), Karl Brazil (James Blunt), Andrew Small (Kylie, Massive Attack), Mark Shulman (Cher, Pink), Simon Hanson (Squeeze), Cherrise Osei (Mika), Paul Stewart (The Feeling), Ian Matthews (Kasabian), Geoff Dugmore (session legend) and Trevor Lawrence Jnr (Snoop Dog, Alicia Keys).

		BIMM Bristol’s Night of Drums (April 08) On April 20th the sound of thundering drums on board the good ship Thekla in Bristol signaled the arrival of BIMM Bristol’s Night of Drums. Pro sticksmen James Hester (Malakia), Craig Blundell (Bruce Dickinson, King Crimson) and Jason Bowld (Pitchshifter/This Is Menace) gave 130 Bristol drummers and special guests from Rhythm Magazine and Drummer Magazine the chance to get up close and personal showing what hard work, practice and focus can achieve. James Hester demonstrated how to develop simple patterns into usable groove ideas. Craig Blundell wowed the audience with his ability to bend time signatures and Jason Bowld took the audience through double bass and solid beat development ideas. The trio concluded the night by playing a medley together which was simply incredible! And that’s not all, BIMM Bristol College Manager Mark Clayden (Pitchshifter/This Is Menace) gave away hundreds of pounds worth of Mapex gear to some very lucky winners.

		Live & Lyrical (May 08) On Wednesday 28th May BIMM Brighton held the ever popular Live & Lyrical event at The Joogleberry Playhouse. Our termly event focuses on vocalists and song writers and showcases some of the best talent around. 25 acts each performed an original song and there were an electric mix of genres ranging from ballads to folk to psychedelic rock! The evening displayed their creativity and originality to a new level. Consequently the audience response to all BIMM acts was extremely positive. This was a great event to prepare the musicians for the final end of year shows.

		Alternative Great Escape (May 08) Another great BIMM/South Coast Sounds event! Our Alternative Great Escape show took place both upstairs and downstairs at The Joogleberry Playhouse on Thursday 15th May with loads of acts playing. BIMM bands Way Tangent, Mean Poppa Lean, Mascara, Arty Karate, and Dom Meakins amongst many others played on the night. It was a great combination of artists and bands which made the evening unique. A brilliant start to the Alternative Great Escape weekend!

		BIMM musician to support Elton John! (July 08) BIMM musician Rene Woollard is getting ready for a jam packed tour this summer, supporting the likes of international multi award winning artiste and the legend that is Elton John! Rene will be playing with Richard Fleeshman and are running a stadium tour around the UK with some dates in Germany too. Aside from touring with Elton and Richard, Rene will also be playing a few dates with Sophie Ellis-Bextor in South America this Spring!

		BIMM presents . . . .AN AUDIENCE WITH THE VOCAL TUTORS (April 08) On 28th April at The Hanbury Club BIMM presented . . . . AN AUDIENCE WITH THE VOCAL TUTORS, an event which focused on BIMM musicians and tutors. During the evening the audience had an opportunity to meet specially invited guests and hold a Q&A with them. BIMM tutors who performed include co-host Ashley Slater (No 1 hit Jazz/Funk artist with Freakpower), host Kate Cameron (Norman Cook, Judge Jules, Boy George, Paul Oakenfold, Ministry of Sound, Zion Train), Billy Godfrey (Beverley Knight, Prince, Sting, Lionel Ritchie, Texas, Kylie Minogue, Chaka Khan, Jools Holland’s Rhythm and Blues Orchestra and INXS), Heidi Berry (5 highly acclaimed solo albums plus live/recording work with Tori Amos, Primal Scream, Everything But The Girl and This Mortal Coil), Ann Bailey (over 100 album credits including Donna Summer, Martine McCutcheon, Earth Wind and Fire) and Kirk Brandon (Theatre of Hate and Spear of Destiny). Thanks to all the musicians, tutors and staff involved!

		World Class Drummer Jojo Mayer visits BIMM! (March 08) One of the hottest players on the world drumming scene today paid a special visit to BIMM East on Tuesday 18th March for a clinic / masterclass. Jojo Mayer is noted for his work with artists such as The Screaming Headless Torsos, Me’shell Ndegeocello and his own solo project, Nerve. He demonstrated his incredible technique and musicality, as witnessed on his recent best-selling DVD, ’Secret Weapons For The Modern Drummer’. The atmosphere was electric and needless to say all BIMM drummers went away stunned and totally inspired!

		BIMM @ Brunswick (Feb 08) Introducing some of our most talented musicians from the BIMM BA Honours in Professional Musicianship and Foundation Degree in Professional Musicianship courses, BIMM @ The Brunswick was a melting pot of talent. The show presented original material, as well as covers, giving the audience a real variety of what BIMM has to offer. Bands performing included: Staxx, Dancefloor Fillers, Way Tangent, Little Laura and the Sunsets, The Ben Poole Band, Heatwave and Beats and Pieces. The atmosphere was electric and the response was immense. BIMM vocal teacher and graduate Gerri Cunningham said “the vibe and support amongst performers and audience members made it a memorable evening. I look forward to the next one!”

		BIMM Musicians on BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge (Dec 07) BIMM degree musicians Steve Carter and Mike Hall recorded Live Lounge sessions for BBC Radio 1 at Maida Vale studios, London. Mike played percussion whilst Steve played guitar for the Shaun Anthony recordings. Steve also oversaw the role of Musical Director for the session. Three tracks were aired on Ras Kwame’s show on Sunday 9th December. Additional material was also played on BBC Radio 1 Extra. Steve recently performed with Lee Mead on UK TV programs Loose Women and This Morning. You can check out Steve’s performance on This Morning by clicking the link below.