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Summer Series at Somerset House

• 25th Apr 2012

This July will see the much anticipated return of one of London’s must-see events of the festival season, Summer Series at Somerset House.

Set in the spectacular courtyard of one of London’s most celebrated historic buildings, Summer Series at Somerset House is a wonderfully unique event in the summer’s live music calendar. This year the programme runs from 7 to 17 July.

Come July, this extraordinary open air venue will be the setting for a truly exciting and eclectic array of musical talent. Australian musical cabaret superstar Tim Minchin will kick off proceedings with a bang on July 7, paving the way for 11 nights of truly diverse programming; ranging from the slinky urban soul of Jill Scott to the chart smashing pop of dubstep breakthrough Katy B; from returning indie rock juggernauts The Enemy and The Temper Trap to the darker, more dramatic palettes of Anna Calvi and Paloma Faith.

In addition, M83, fresh from the critical acclaim of their new album “Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming” also play a much anticipated show, as do Tindersticks, renowned purveyors of finely wrought melancholia, and a night devoted entirely to Afrobeat, the vibrant and hugely thrilling strain of politically infused music started in Nigeria by Fela Kuti, but which now sees its influence spreading everywhere from indie music to electronica. All in all, this is undoubtedly Summer Series’ most varied and invigorating lineup yet, and promises to make this the most special installment to date.

For the third year running, American Express is headline sponsor of Summer Series at Somerset House meaning Cardmembers will benefit from presale and reserved tickets for all shows. This is one of the many events that make up American Express’ Preferred Seating Programme.

Somerset House has effortlessly established itself as a much-loved destination for live music in London. In previous years, sell out crowds have seen performances from Adele, Amy Winehouse, Bloc Party, Corinne Bailey Rae, Doves, Erykah Badu, Florence + The Machine, Gil Scott-Heron, Goldfrapp, Grace Jones, Hot Chip, Justice, Lily Allen, Mogwai, Orbital, PJ Harvey, Robert Plant, Sigur Ros, Professor Green, My Morning Jacket, The Prodigy and The xx, amongst others. It is a chance for everyone to see exciting and innovative artists in a spectacular location, and Somerset House has become an essential destination for music lovers from across London and beyond.

For priority booking for Summer Series 2012 and to be kept informed about events at Somerset House sign-up here: link

For the first time this year there will be strictly limited quantities of Premier Tickets on offer – for an additional £25 + BF, attendees will receive a free drink (beer/ wine/ soft drink) plus access to Fernandez & Wells bar and cafe to purchase food and drink throughout the concert.

July 07 TIM MINCHIN
July 08 KATY B
July 09 JILL SCOTT
July 10 JILL SCOTT
July 11 THE TEMPER TRAP
July 12 ANNA CALVI
July 13 THE ENEMY
July 14 DJ ABRANTEE PRESENTS AFROBEATS NIGHT FEATURING OLU MAINTAIN, CAPPO SNOOP, ATUMPAN, SCENE MAY7EN AND VIBE SQUAD
July 15 TINDERSTICKS
July 16 M83
July 17 PALOMA FAITH

Tickets go on general sale at 9am on Friday, 27th April

Tickets from £22.50 – £35.00 (plus booking fee) available online at link and link