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Coldplay concert in Prague

Cinta Blanch Only-Be, Praguer, Things to do in Prague

On the 16th of September, at the Slavia Eden Stadium in Prague, you will be able to enjoy Coldplay live in concert. This band was formed in 1996 in London and it´s made up by Chris Martin (vocals), Jon Buckland (guitar), Guy Berryman (bass) and Will Champion (drums). They have always been compared with important bands such as Radiohead, Oasis, Muse or even U2, since their musical style has always been characterized by an acoustic sound. If their alternative rock could be described, it would be meditative, romantic and emotional. Their first hit was Yellow, followed by the album that would kick start their musical career in 2000, Parachutes. However, Coldplay aren´t just a band famous for their music but also for their political and social activism. One of their premises is not to use their songs in advertising, because for them music must not be sold for this purpose. Also, for many years, they have supported Amnesty International and have collaborated with Oxfam campaigns, so much so that 10% of their winnings go to charity. So, which album are they presenting this year? Its name is Mylo Xyloto, which was released on October 24th 2011 and thus announcing its North American, European and Asian promotional tour. This new album, Mylo Xyloto, with its first single Every Teardrop is a Waterfall, has a story behind it. Three years before, they had an idea for a character with Mark Osborne, who is an American film director, writer, producer and animator. This character, thought by all of them, was Mylo Xyloto (which comes from Xylo or Xylophone). Next year, there will be a 6-part comic... read more

Blues Fridays at the Museum of Modern Art in Barcelona

emejota Barcelonian, Only-Be, Practical Guide to Barcelona

The European Museum of Modern Art M.E.A.M. located in Barcelona, is offering every Friday evening a special blues concert (and other musical styles) in a definitely unique location: the Palau Gomis, within an eighteenth-century Renaissance building. Today, The MEAM is at the Palau Gomis, in the Born neighborhood, definitely an area with clear cultural interest that attracts every year thousands of tourists looking for another face of Barcelona, the museums and culture. If you are in Barcelona in September, a blues concert will be held every Friday at 18:00 and you should´nt miss it You can enjoy one of the best interpretations of figurative modern art, in the very Europeu Museu d´Art Modern de Barcelona, the MEAM. If you buy your ticket to enjoy this great blues show in a magical and special as the Palau Gomis, you can also enjoy extra input, a visit to the Museum of approximately one hour, the concert itself (lasting between 30 and 40 minutes) and also a delicious glass of cava. More details on the remaining concerts in September: September 14 Big Dani Perez & Marc Ferrer September 21 Chicago Blues with La Teoria del Taburete September 28 West Coast & Jump Blues with Johnny Big Stone & The Blues Workers During your stay in Barcelona Maybe you can take advantage of the weekend and see Barcelona at its fullest, after enjoying the blues in the MEAM. We´ve been thinking and the “musts” not to be missed to see in Barcelona to be a complete culturally weekend are: Las Ramblas Plaza Catalunya Park Güell Holy Family Gothic Quarter Boqueria Market Facades... read more

Pet Sitters in Barcelona

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It´s the star service to care for your pet. If you have to be away from home for whatever reason and you need someone to care for your pets, you don´t have to ask neighbours, family or friends anymore. For a few years now, together with the animal care houses, the services of Pet Sitter are on the rise, the animal carers. So what is this service all about? To summarise, in the event that you need to be away, your best friend won´t have to leave home. An animal expert and friend will visit your home how many times you need, so that your dog or cat have everything necessary. With this, you avoid a lot of stress for your pet. ALso, you can also find expert people who offer more specific services, such as dog walkers. In a city so cosmopolitan and open to animal rights, an initiative like this could not go amiss. Without further ado, here are some of these services: Fido´s Playground Owned by Susie Hunt, offers carers for cats, night service, walks and special care for small animals. Also, they´re specialists in dealing with the erratic behaviour of animals. If you want your dog to obey you or to get used to being with a baby, you can also find help here. Great Au Pair In the international website as part of their family services (carers for babies, children, elderly people, house work, etc.), self-employed people offer their services to carry out these pet sitter tasks. There are many offers for it in Barcelona and its surrounding areas. The advantage is that it´s usually... read more