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[[Bob Dylan]] played his first [[UK]] gig here in December 1962.<ref>[http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2007/sep/17/popandrock.folk guardian.co.uk Guardian News and Media Limited 2009]</ref> [[The Pogues]] (then known as the Pogue Mahones) had their first performance here on October 4, 1982.<ref>[http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/kinks-mourn-the-loss-of-their-shrine-as-another-british-boozer-bites-the-sawdust-441604.html Article by Sara Newman in the Independent, Saturday, 24 March 2007]</ref><ref>[http://www.independent.ie/unsorted/features/shanes-world-the-return-of-the-pogues-65435.html ''Shane's World: the return of The Pogues'' Independent.ie]</ref> [[Oasis (band)|Oasis]]'s debut London performance took place here on 27 January 1994.<ref>[http://oasisweb.net/?p=30 New Oasis Poster - 14th year commemoration by band.] Oasis official site.</ref> [[The Beta Band]] played their debut show here on Wednesday 23 July 1997.<ref>[http://www.betaband.com/tours/1997.php Beta Band 1997 gigography]</ref> Acts such as [[Katy Perry]], [[Sisteray]],<ref>http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/sisteray/2013/the-water-rats-london-england-23d8c857.html</ref> [[The Courteeners]] and [[Ra Ra Riot]] also appeared here prior to international acclaim. In 2014, The Water Rats began hosting a weekly quiz night.<ref>http://questionone.co.uk/venues/water-rats</ref> The reopening was in 29 October 2015 with a new management.<ref>{{Cite web|title = http://thewaterratsvenue.london/|url = http://thewaterratsvenue.london/|website = thewaterratsvenue.london|accessdate = 2015-11-18}}</ref> They have laboured in (and achieved beyond all expectations), the task of bringing this historical and iconic building back to, and beyond it's former glory. They are always looking forward to welcome you through their doors for a myriad of events, their aim is to extend and embellish the reputation and prestige of this already legendary landmark in London's musical history. They are presenting a vast array of the finest entertainment and cuisine, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week, under supervision of a professional chefs. They are also offering a meticulously chosen selection of fine wines, ales, spirits, beers, ciders, hot beverages and cocktails designed to please even the most discerning palate. The best in live entertainment, Bands,Dj Sets and comedy, as well as book launches, film screenings, exhibitions, karaoke, fashion shows.Their consept is to bring the smile back to your face.<div><br> |
[[Bob Dylan]] played his first [[UK]] gig here in December 1962.<ref>[http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2007/sep/17/popandrock.folk guardian.co.uk Guardian News and Media Limited 2009]</ref> [[The Pogues]] (then known as the Pogue Mahones) had their first performance here on October 4, 1982.<ref>[http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/kinks-mourn-the-loss-of-their-shrine-as-another-british-boozer-bites-the-sawdust-441604.html Article by Sara Newman in the Independent, Saturday, 24 March 2007]</ref><ref>[http://www.independent.ie/unsorted/features/shanes-world-the-return-of-the-pogues-65435.html ''Shane's World: the return of The Pogues'' Independent.ie]</ref> [[Oasis (band)|Oasis]]'s debut London performance took place here on 27 January 1994.<ref>[http://oasisweb.net/?p=30 New Oasis Poster - 14th year commemoration by band.] Oasis official site.</ref> [[The Beta Band]] played their debut show here on Wednesday 23 July 1997.<ref>[http://www.betaband.com/tours/1997.php Beta Band 1997 gigography]</ref> Acts such as [[Katy Perry]], [[Sisteray]],<ref>http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/sisteray/2013/the-water-rats-london-england-23d8c857.html</ref> [[The Courteeners]] and [[Ra Ra Riot]] also appeared here prior to international acclaim. In 2014, The Water Rats began hosting a weekly quiz night.<ref>http://questionone.co.uk/venues/water-rats</ref> The reopening was in 29 October 2015 with a new management.<ref>{{Cite web|title = http://thewaterratsvenue.london/|url = http://thewaterratsvenue.london/|website = thewaterratsvenue.london|accessdate = 2015-11-18}}</ref> They have laboured in (and achieved beyond all expectations), the task of bringing this historical and iconic building back to, and beyond it's former glory. They are always looking forward to welcome you through their doors for a myriad of events, their aim is to extend and embellish the reputation and prestige of this already legendary landmark in London's musical history. They are presenting a vast array of the finest entertainment and cuisine, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week, under supervision of a professional chefs. They are also offering a meticulously chosen selection of fine wines, ales, spirits, beers, ciders, hot beverages and cocktails designed to please even the most discerning palate. The best in live entertainment, Bands,Dj Sets and comedy, as well as book launches, film screenings, exhibitions, karaoke, fashion shows.Their consept is to bring the smile back to your face.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Iconic London music venue The Water Rats to re-open|url = http://www.standard.co.uk/goingout/a2323851.html|website = Evening Standard|accessdate = 2015-11-19|language = en-GB}}</ref><div><br> |
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The Pindar of Wakefield | |
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| Address | 328 Grays Inn Road, Kings Cross, London England |
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| Owner | Sally fox |
| Type | Theatre, Pub and Restaurant |
| Capacity | 200 |
| Opened | 1992 |
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| http://thewaterratsvenue.london | |
The Water Rats is a live music venue at 328 Grays Inn Road, Kings Cross, London, England. Until 1992 it was known as The Pindar of Wakefield and was famous for its regular old time music hall entertainment. Bob Dylan played his first UK gig here in December 1962.[1] The Pogues (then known as the Pogue Mahones) had their first performance here on October 4, 1982.[2][3] Oasis's debut London performance took place here on 27 January 1994.[4] The Beta Band played their debut show here on Wednesday 23 July 1997.[5] Acts such as Katy Perry, Sisteray,[6] The Courteeners and Ra Ra Riot also appeared here prior to international acclaim. In 2014, The Water Rats began hosting a weekly quiz night.[7] The reopening was in 29 October 2015 with a new management.[8] They have laboured in (and achieved beyond all expectations), the task of bringing this historical and iconic building back to, and beyond it's former glory. They are always looking forward to welcome you through their doors for a myriad of events, their aim is to extend and embellish the reputation and prestige of this already legendary landmark in London's musical history. They are presenting a vast array of the finest entertainment and cuisine, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week, under supervision of a professional chefs. They are also offering a meticulously chosen selection of fine wines, ales, spirits, beers, ciders, hot beverages and cocktails designed to please even the most discerning palate. The best in live entertainment, Bands,Dj Sets and comedy, as well as book launches, film screenings, exhibitions, karaoke, fashion shows.Their consept is to bring the smile back to your face.[9]
- ^ guardian.co.uk Guardian News and Media Limited 2009
- ^ Article by Sara Newman in the Independent, Saturday, 24 March 2007
- ^ Shane's World: the return of The Pogues Independent.ie
- ^ New Oasis Poster - 14th year commemoration by band. Oasis official site.
- ^ Beta Band 1997 gigography
- ^ http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/sisteray/2013/the-water-rats-london-england-23d8c857.html
- ^ http://questionone.co.uk/venues/water-rats
- ^ "http://thewaterratsvenue.london/". thewaterratsvenue.london. Retrieved 2015-11-18.
{{cite web}}: External link in|title= - ^ "Iconic London music venue The Water Rats to re-open". Evening Standard. Retrieved 2015-11-19.
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