A murder investigation has been launched after a man was stabbed outside a Mile End on Saturday night.
23 year old Kelvin Easton, from Tottenham, was attacked with a champagne bottle at Boheme nightclub.
Paramedics were called at around 4.30am, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Arts organisations in Hackney were holding their breath yesterday as the funding axe finally fell.
The announcement from Arts Council England brought a mixture of joy and disappointment for venues, theatres, galleries and arts groups around the borough.
Among those hit hardest was Shoreditch-based Theatre Centre, the UK’s oldest drama company for young people, which will lose 14.7 per cent of its ACE cash between 2012 and 2015.
Robin van Persie will be assessed by Arsenal's medical staff, after picking up another injury while on international duty.
He scored the opening goal in the Netherland's 5-3 win over Hungary, but was forced off after forty minutes with a leg problem.
Weather - Damp and drizzly at first, but it should brighten up by afternoon with some sunshine. Feeling pleasantly warm, despite rather blustery southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 18 °C. Sunset in Shoreditch is 19:31
Beau & the Arrows - The Fix Released 4/4/11 'Hope & Release Records'
My first hearing of this record just melted every string in my heart.
The longing, beautiful, romantic frustration in which the single ends leaves you wanting so much more as fires through in a heartbeat.
A stunning debut from this South London four piece - with distinction, grace and hopeful emotion.
This song gets the girl/guy and wraps them close to you hugging away any troubles, soothing your doubts, leaving you believing - they will be with you in the morning.
Residents of a housing block on Old Ford Road were shocked to hear an explosion as Armed police raided a house on the estate.
Around 40 officers, some carrying guns, reportedly stormed into Jossiline Court close to St Stephen’s Road at around 10am yesterday.
The first neighbors' knew of it was a loud bang as police made their way into one flat within the block.
Radiohead singer Thom Yorke turned paper boy for the day this week to hand out copies of the bands promotional title The Universal Sigh.
The paper was to celebrate the release of the bands album The King of Limbs available in hard copy now.
York greeted fans at Rough Trade East on Brick Lane to hand out copies, its was the only London location to get hold of the paper.
The Olympic Stadium has been completed.
The last piece of turf was laid in Stratford yesterday afternoon.
The final layer of running track is still to be put in place.
Weather
Mainly dry at first, but cloud will increase and with rain spreading from the west. This becoming heavy at times. High's of 13c. Sunset in Shoreditch is 19:30
I'm really over hyped and happy at the moment, all that glitters is just so golden - BST just just a 2nd hand tick away and this songfull show will make my day (if you listen)
The Xcaliba of musical tallent is perhaps the best its ever been? T'was recorded in a slightly diffrent way with real focus back on the songs, Hoxton/Clapton news, gig guide, dedications and all things you want to know about Shoreditch Town.
We're getting so much coverage right now and the degree of success can be felt in both farenheit and c'
3. Stroke – Two kinds of happiness Angles out now / Sat Reading / 7* NME
Dedications – James Durkin Durkbox telecom tower Joe Parry 9PR – Sophie Barker Zero 7 / Garden State / Beau & Arrows Bill Bones / George Lamb – Marc Hughes – New North Road Simon Franks – Audio Bullys Joel Death – Mythophonic Management – Creatures of Love
4. Talk Talk – its my life BST 18c Weds / Soho Sq / BBQ
5. Anna Calvi – Blackout Doves Snowdon? Sky / 6 Nations / Arsenal *tense*
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6. Radiohead – give up the ghost? Wimbledon / Ozz GP / 2012 I'll still be when the boy of last summer is gone.
7. Don Henley – Boys of Summer Ginger Beer / Isabella / MNC
8. Joy Formidable – Austere Us Tour – May 10 Koko
Xoyo / Talking Clock / Friendly Fires Wiki – Great Escape 9. Friendly Fires – Live those days tonight
10. Lego Johonson - Just say yes.
11. League 2 + Blue square & the scottish results.
The Reading Festival has been sneak leaked online which has perked up a really muckky Monday.
Emma also forwarded me a link for the Strokes record so that's helped me get over the crushing updates I read :'(
We went on the Saturday last year - Daniel Garvey Esq, John Simmit, Colum, Jappy, another simO mate, my friend Steve Xfm, his goony mates - Debs and Jav + some other festivities'
Rocked up lunchish time on the Sat, faffed round for ages before getting into and onto the festival around 4ish.
It was such a great day in everyway, we hung near the lighting rig an kept reconvening there after each set - Libertines, Cribs, Arcade Fire.
Forking great guns, no camping, no wellies just wholesome city slicking Indie rock n roll.
The line up this year looks tepid but Stroke & Pulp are worth the adventure (Daniel an I saw Pulp subheadline Stroke in 2002 but that is another gay as story)
Arsenal have lost ground in the battle for the Premier League crown after drawing 2-2away at West Brom.
The Gunners fought from two goals down to level the match thanks to Andrey Arshavin and captain Robin Van Persie.
Speaking to Sky Sports News boss Arsne Wenger insists his team have the determination to contest the crown.
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Aston Villa are just a point clear of the relegation zone after losing 1-0 at home to fellow strugglers Wolves.
It's their third straight defeat.
Speaking to Sky Sports News boss Gerard Houllier praised his players' efforts.
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Blackburn Rovers rescued a point in the closing stages as they drew 2-2 with fellow strugglers Blackpool in the Premier League.
The home side were two goals down before Chris Samba and Junior Hoilett struck deep into injury time to spare their blushes.
Speaking to Sky Sports News manager Steve Kean was particulary pleased with the response from the fans.
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Wolves have boosted their chances of Premier League survial after picking up a vital 1-0 win away at local rivals Aston Villa.
Mick McCarthy's men are still in the relegation zone but move to within a point of thier neighbours.
Speaking to Sky Sports News after the match the manager was delighted.
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West Brom nearly caused a huge upset in the Premier League after drawing 2-2 against Arsenal.
The Baggies were two goals up before the Gunners clawed back to draw level.
Speaking to Sky Sports News after the match manager Roy Hodgson was pleased with the point.
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England have won rugby union's Six Nations despite losing their final match to Ireland in Dublin.
They went down 24-8 but still top the table after Wales were beaten by France.
Speaking after the match, flanker James Haskell said they were never able to take control.
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Wolves notched up a famous victory over Aston Villa in the Premier League - and, with it, they sucked their neighbours deep into the relegation battle.
The 1-0 win was their first at Villa Park for over 30 years, and means they are now just a point behind them.
Speaking after the match, Mick McCarthy told Sky Sports News a number of sides could be facing the drop.
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Blackburn Rovers shared the spoils with Blackpool in the Premier League as both sides remain deep in relegation trouble.
Rovers clinched the draw deep into injury time, having been two goals down.
Manager Steve Kean told Sky Sports News it's vital they keep battling for survival.
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Aston Villa find themselves just a point above the Premier League drop zone after a 1-0 home defeat to Wolves.
The win moves their Midlands neighbours to within a point of them.
The home support began to turn during stages of the match - speaking to Sky Sports News, boss Gerard Houllier was just as disappointed.
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Arsenal find themselves five points off the top of the Premier League this morning after slipping up away at West Brom.
The Gunners could only draw 2-2 at the Hawthorns.
A goalkeeping error from Manuel Almunia gifted the Baggies their second goal.
Jens Lehmann could now be drafted in to firm things up at the back as Arsene Wenger explained to Sky Sports News.
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Tottenham's hopes of clinching 4th place in the Premier League were dealt a blow after a goalless draw with West Ham.
Spurs had a number of close efforts but couldn't capitalise.
Speaking to Sky Sports News boss Harry Redknapp says it was just one of those days.
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West Brom will be kicking themselves this morning, after letting a two-goal lead slip at home to Arsenal in the Premier League.
The Baggies were thirty minutes from a famous win before the Gunners fought back.
The point moves them one off the drop zone and boss Roy Hodgson told Sky Sports News things are getting tight.
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Manchester United find themselves five points clear at the top of the Premier League this morning.
They were 1-0 winners over Bolton.
Second-placed Arsenal slipped up away to West Brom, drawing 2-2.
Tottenham were held to a goalless draw by West Ham.
At the bottom - Wigan beat fellow strugglers Birmingham 2-1.
Wolves secured a 1-0 win away to Aston Villa.
Blackburn drew 2-2 with Blackpool, while Stoke thrashed Newcastle 4-0.
Everton beat Fulham 2-1.
Today, Chelsea take on Manchester City and Sunderland host Liverpool.
Its very exhausting watching and writing about sport all day, no it really is, its really strict, my grammar is appauling and accurate swift checking of names, results, past results, form, predictions, pace, accuracy?
Its fucking tough but so, So unbelieveably rewarding, I don't stop to think how the fuck am I here but I should.
The biggest thanks to the biggest and most inspiration Radio Head I've ever worked with, he pushed me, pushed me, helped me, pushed me, inspired me, pushed me and was with me the day I sent the demo to Sky.
Head of News at Radio Jackie Rod Bradbury is lending his expert country music knowledge with some of the youngest tallent emerging in news broadcasting.
The list is endless of young starletts who step into the office mazy headded and step out and into Sky, BBC, Heart, TV whatever that is?
Thanks so much Rod, you've really made this happen for me, it was great being the stations Winter Olympics Correspondant and it will be an even bigger pleasure representing the station in everyway I can at London 2012.
Promotions, prizes, cake on your face - Nobody move Nobody Get Hurt.
Hard hitting issues addressed in this weeks show - is it sunglasses weather yet?
Fierce fine sounds to fling a spring step in your walk.
With prizes and ticket give aways there will also be real hard facts and stats to armour your Arsenal when talking landmarks - Telecom Tower I'll give you all you need to know.
London is a place in the sun, this show I hope you'll find fun.
Show 8 Press Play .....
Download if you so please http://www.divshare.com/download/14335003-25b
You can also download all of todays tunes: 1. Friendly Fires - Skeleton boy (Paul Epworth Remix) - Give me your hand, lets face this night together
2. Midi Midis - It's Difficult
3. Lego Johnson - Just say yes - I'm not asking politely anymore'
4. Joy Formidable - Buoy - I Know I'm impacient but its been a month now!
5. Duel - Propoganda - You start leaving I start screaming
6. Womack & Womack - Teardrops - Reminds me baby of you
7. Loose Cannons - Hit the road Jack (Ray Charles Remix)
8. British Sea Power - Living is so easy - Oh my gosh does she look cute, Rive Gauche Girl'
9. Ellie Goulding - Stary eyed (Russ Chimes Remix) - If you can listen to this Tune without feeling the funk, your finished.
10. I are Scientists - Nobody move, Nobody get hurt - My body is your body, I wont tell any body, if you want to use my body Go For It.
11. Muse - Sunburn - She burns like the sun, & I can't look away
Monday 7th March 2011 Repeats of the best shows from last week.
Tuesday 8th March 2011 10am - Joe Lyons 12pm – The Vehicle 1pm - 3 Men and a little Radio
Wednesday 9th March 2011 10am - Dance Dance Dance to the radio 12pm - The Anoraks 1pm - Mudlove
Thursday 10th March 2011 10am – 7 Treasures 12pm - The Vic Hollup Show 1pm - Invisible Jukebox
Friday 11th March 2011 10am - My Band's Better Than Your Band 11am - The Killing Moon 12pm - The Vehicle 1pm - Not Shy
WEEK THREE
Monday 14th March 2011 Repeats of the best shows from last week.
Tuesday 15th March 2011 10am - Melting Pot 12pm - Super Flex 1pm - Scotch on the Socks
Wednesday 16th March 2011 10am - Stlyizers 12pm - Conchitas Cabaret 1pm - Lady Luck Club
Thursday 17th March 2011 10am - The Rare Groove Show 12pm - Groin Exchange 1pm - Dalston's Diamond Lights
Friday 18th March 2011 10am - My Band's Better Than Your Band 12pm - Kiss my Teeth 1pm - Killing Moon
WEEK FOUR
Monday 21st March 2011 Repeats of the best shows from last week.
Tuesday 22nd March 2011 10am - Fleur De Lys 12pm - Eleanor Conway's Social Network 1pm - 3 Men and a little Radio 3pm - Not Shy
Wednesday 23rd March 2011 10am - Dance Dance Dance to the radio 12pm - The Anoraks 1pm - Leach and Maggots Societal Dissection 2pm - Banu Muzik 3pm - Invisible Jukebox
Thursday 24th March 2011 10am - The Joe Show 12pm - Patrick Monahan 1pm - The Coquette Sister Hour 2pm - Show Pony and Big Fun 3pm - Mudlove
Friday 25th March 2011 10am - The Killing Moon 12pm - The Vic Hollup Show 1pm - The Vehicle 2pm - Benson and Proudfoot 3pm - 7oel
WEEK FIVE
Monday 28th March 2011 Repeats of the best shows from last week.
Tuesday 29th March 2011 10am - Melting Pot 12pm - Superflex 1pm - Scotch on the Socks 3pm - Mend London
Wednesday 30th March 2011 10am - Stylizers 12pm - Conchitas Caberet 1pm - Lady Luck Show 3pm - The Rare Groove Show
Thursday 31st March 2011 10am - Dalston's Diamond Lights 12pm - Groin Exchange 1pm - The Vic Hollup Show 3pm - Matthew Williams
Friday 1st April 2011 10am - My Band's Better Than Your Band 12pm - Kiss My Teeth 1pm - Killing Moon 3pm - Benson & Proudfoot
With delicious brit pop optimism spinning all around, inspired by the downloading of Sleeper's The It Girl - this show will spring your step in direct fashion.
Just a joy to kick off with Shoreditch's own the Infadels a tune what I once spun about 6 times on repeat upon first purchase.
Birthday messages, child like reflections, inspirational sounds and visions beaming from Telecom Tower.
This show has Front, its up front and I'm gunner get you yes I am.
1. Infadels - Girl that speaks no words 2. The Streets - Trust Me 3. British Sea Power – Who's in control 4. Mystery Jets – Serotonin - Ruby 5. Stan Bush – The touch 6. Bizarre Inc – I'm gonna get you 7. Sleeper – What do I do now? 8. Kate Nash – DO wah Do ;-) 9. Radiohead – Lotus Flower http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfOa1a8hYP8 10. Joy Formidable – Whirring
