Neil Young is set to headline the annual BST Hyde Park concert series in London on July 11, performing with his band Chrome Hearts. He will be joined by support acts Yusuf/Cat Stevens and Van Morrison, with more artists still to be revealed. This marks Young’s return to Hyde Park following his performances in 2014 and 2019 alongside notable figures like Bob Dylan.

An American Express pre-sale begins today, while official pre-sale starts on March 3 at 10 a.m. GMT. General ticket sales will be available from March 5 at 10 a.m. GMT. Young is part of a star-studded lineup including previously announced headliners such as Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, Zach Bryan, Noah Kahan, and Jeff Lynne’s ELO.

The Hyde Park concert is part of Young’s worldwide tour promoting his upcoming album, “Talkin’ to the Trees”. The Love Earth tour will commence on June 18 in Rättvik, Sweden and conclude on September 15 in Los Angeles. Young is also confirmed to perform at Glastonbury in late June.

On his official website, Young expressed, “Music unites! We will be there with you! Join us as we celebrate the Summer of Democracy. Old songs and new songs. Long jams! We are ready for you! LOVE and Democracy reigns in the USA and the world.”

Neil Young will headline BST Hyde Park on July 11 with support from Yusuf/Cat Stevens and Van Morrison. The concert is part of his global tour for the new album. Pre-sale tickets are available soon, contributing to a diverse lineup that includes other major artists. Young’s message focuses on unity and music’s role in celebrating democracy this summer.

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The New York Dolls, influenced by Morrissey’s 2004 reunion proposal, had their final performance on October 31, 2011, at the Clyde Auditorium in Glasgow. Initially sceptical, lead singer David Johansen found camaraderie with fellow members Sylvain Sylvain and Arthur “Killer” Kane, leading to a successful reunion and new music, despite the band’s original disbandment. After Kane’s passing, Johansen and Sylvain toured with new band members and released three albums, albeit not bestsellers, yet critically acclaimed. The band toured extensively until exhaustion led to a hiatus, marked by their last show without realising it would be their final performance.

The New York Dolls experienced a significant reunion in the 2000s, bringing joy to fans with their music despite various challenges and the loss of key members. Their final show in 2011 symbolised the end of an era, especially following the passing of Sylvain Sylvain and later, David Johansen. While the classic lineup has since disappeared, their legacy and influence on rock music remain.

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Noma Bar’s latest exhibition at KK Outlet in London, titled ‘Bitter Sweet’, merges dark humour with potent political commentary. The Israeli artist excels in simplicity, turning ordinary symbols into thought-provoking visuals that encourage viewers to reflect. Featuring new woodcuts, installations, and screen prints, Bar cleverly employs negative space to create striking imagery, such as a gun trigger revealing a dead man’s head. While he is renowned for his reimagined portraits of iconic figures, this exhibition focuses more on his reflections of life and the faces he encounters.

Noma Bar is an Israeli illustrator who uses minimalistic designs to convey deep messages. His works blend political themes with humour, engaging audiences through clever visual insights. The ‘Bitter Sweet’ exhibition offers a fresh perspective, showcasing how Bar’s artworks comment on contemporary issues while maintaining an element of playfulness. His unique approach often transforms mundane objects into symbols with powerful statements.

The ‘Bitter Sweet’ exhibition by Noma Bar stands out for its creative fusion of humour and serious themes. Through innovative use of negative space, Bar invites viewers to explore deeper meanings in his work. This exhibition emphasises his observational skills on life and the societal reflections he captures, providing both entertainment and provocation for thought.

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