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Uptown Festival Blackheath in London,

Jul 28, 2024  ·  Blackheath Common Blackheath Common

Uptown Festival
Jul 28
Uptown Festival
Past Concert

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Madness, formed in 1978, blend ska with British pop and are renowned for hits like "Our House" and "It Must Be Love." Their debut, "One Step Beyond," was a 2-Tone ska era classic. Known for their humorous style and engaging performances, the band had numerous Top Ten UK hits throughout the '80s. They collaborated with producers Clive Langer and Alan Winstanley and key members included Suggs, Mike Barson, and Lee Thompson. They played the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the 2012 London Olympics, and launched hits like 2009's The Liberty of Norton Folgate.
Liverpool-born Ian Broudie, known for The Lightning Seeds, crafted hits like Pure, The Life of Riley, and Three Lions. His style blends pop rock with introspective lyrics. Broudie's album See You in The Stars features collaborations with Terry Hall and James Skelly, showcasing his songwriting finesse. Known for his production skills, Broudie's work continues with tracks like Sunshine, embodying resilience and optimism.
Formed in Liverpool in 2002, The Zutons are known for their hit Valerie, famously covered by Mark Ronson and Amy Winehouse. Their debut album hit 2x Platinum and earned a Mercury Prize nomination.

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Blackheath Common

total acres, Missing green colouration of large segment (maybe 50%) of Blackheath Common World Heritage Site (211 acres), London SE13 to, Blackheath, London SE3, UK Directions

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