

However, with the gig scheduled for November 2012, the announcement of Johnson’s terminal illness led to the cancellation of the show. Wilko handed Tom his famous Fender Telecaster and said, “Show me how you do it?” The pair then jammed together, with Hamilton-Hughes receiving a guitar master class from the R&B icon in the process.Įncouraged by this encounter with one of his heroes, Hamilton-Hughes then sent Johnson a demo The 45s had recorded, which impressed him so much he gave the band the support slot for his date in their hometown.

After Johnson had given the aspiring rocker his autograph, he then asked Johnson about his playing technique. Johnson and The 45s guitarist Tom Hamilton-Hughes first met two years ago when the then 14 year-old blagged his way backstage at a gig in Kendal. When I asked him, “ Where were we when that was recorded?”, he told me it was a young band from Carlisle called The 45s. When I first heard them I thought my manager was playing a version of a Dr Feelgood song I hadn’t heard for years. Johnson, who is terminally ill with pancreatic cancer, believes The 45s – who are all 16 years-old – are the next generation of R&B sensations, saying, "The 45s are my favourite band. The gig, which takes place at the island’s Oysterfleet Hotel, will see Johnson join the Carlisle-based group to play some classic Dr Feelgood songs, before The 45s headline the show. WILKO JOHNSON TO HAND R&B CROWN TO THE 45S AT CANVEY ISLAND GIGĭr Feelgood legend Wilko Johnson will hand his R&B crown to teenage band The 45s, when he plans to join them onstage at a sell-out gig in his hometown of Canvey Island on Thursday, 19 thSeptember. With these new additions, this September 2013 will no doubt see a further increase.Ĭontinually developing and improving September’s show has returned to its usual Sunday, Monday, Tuesday format.ġst-3rd September 2013, The National Hall, Olympia, Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UX Web: Ian Chaddock No Comment Last season saw an overall increase in buyer attendance of 14% against September 2012 with 14% increase in the UK attendance & 13% increase in overseas attendees. A particular focus this season is on exhibitor nominated, VIP buyers from countries with a strong or growing economies including Australia, Scandinavia, USA and Germany. It delivers results.Īlways with the exhibitors needs at the forefront, this September, LondonEdge have a dedicated Buyer Liaison Manager on board inviting attendees from all over the planet. When it comes to the more serious stuff, this is a show that is very well known to generate onsite business as well as substantial new business contacts.
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Themed lounges are scattered around the floor, with complimentary hairstyling, free liquor shots & energising music all contributing to the shows great atmosphere. Once again the plethora of entertainment on offer will not disappoint, with a unique blend of specialist acts and fashion shows taking to the main stage as well as Fashion Show Scenes.

New exhibitors to keep an eye out for include Bettie Page, Faux Real, Hello Margo, Isabelle Batz, Jubly Umph, Music Legs, Time City and Dark Candles to name a few.Įlsewhere on the bustling trade show floor, Hell Bunny, Sourpuss, Iron Fist, Loungefly, Alchemy, Too Fast, One Direction, Banned, Collectif, Dead Threads, New Rock and TUK return once again to wow buyers and attendees with their one-of-a-kind and eye catching collections. With both areas heaving with clothing, accessories and beauty brands, there truly is something for everyone.Īlthough in its 14th year, Londonedge is still breaking barriers & this September 2013 show welcomes the highest number of new, first time exhibitors for years.Īlong with the usual array of brands available, visitors can expect to see over 30 new, never seen before companies showing as many as 50 collections from all corners of the planet. Split into two notional areas, Original & Fashion, LondonEdge Original represents over 200 hard-edged, punk, rock, goth and tattoo inspired brands where as LondonEdge Fashion houses over 150 rock n roll, vintage, retro, pin up, burlesque and rockabilly collections. With a reputation for attracting a high percentage of overseas buyers, this unique global show is dedicated to short order merchandise and is one of the most successful and enduring trade shows on the circuit. Presenting the biggest exhibition of alternative merchandise anywhere on the planet, LondonEdge celebrates the world’s most creative and exciting ‘niches’ in fashion, footwear and accessories. LondonEdge will once again take London Olympia by storm this weekend with the biggest and best show of its kind in the world.
