"Nicknamed Tin Pan Alley after New York's songwriting hub, Denmark Street has been the crucible of British pop culture for more than a century. Charlie Chaplin composed Smile here, David Bowie stepped out as Ziggy Stardust, The Sex Pistols lived and rehearsed in squalid flats, and The Rolling Stones, Elton John and Black Sabbath all laid down their earliest tracks in its studios. Even Bob Marley bought his first guitar here."
"But it is not just a nostalgic trip: the programme blends legacy with the cutting edge, heritage names with emerging talent, all stitched together by the street's close-knit creative community. From 2 pm until the small hours, venues, bars and shops along the street will throw open their doors for an evolving programme of performances, talks and exhibitions. Rather than one big stage, think of it as a treasure hunt of experiences where the best approach is to wander, ducking into spaces as the night unfolds."
On Saturday 6 September, Denmark Street will host Denmark Street Sessions, a free day-to-night celebration featuring live music, art, talks and exhibitions across venues, shops and bars. The programme pairs legacy artists with emerging talent and foregrounds the street's close-knit creative community. Activities run from 2 pm into the small hours and encourage visitors to wander between multiple intimate performances rather than gather at a single stage. The street's century-long musical heritage includes recordings and connections to figures such as Charlie Chaplin, David Bowie, The Sex Pistols and Bob Marley. The event aims to revive and showcase Denmark Street amid pressures from Soho redevelopment.
Read at www.london-unattached.com
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