"I love this city."
Blur have spoken about their decision to take part in the BT London Live concert at Hyde Park.
The Olympics were brought to an end on Sunday might (August 12th), with millions around the globe watching an extravagant closing show.
Over in Hyde Park, though, fans were able to soak up something a little simpler. New Order and The Specials entertained the crowds, before Blur took to the stage for a triumphant, emotional set.
Available on iTunes now, the performance could well become Blur's final concert. Speaking to The Sun, Damon Albarn emphasised that the band weren't doing it for the money.
"Guess how much they're paying us?" Damon Albarn asked the tabloid. "Three hundred quid. When you divide that between four and add publishing, management and tax, it's down to about a quid."
"That's not why you agree to do it," he said. "It gives us a chance to play to a lot of people in London. In the sense of the Olympics it's nice to get involved and celebrate this amazing city. Everyone's feeling pretty good about London. I'm there with that because I love this city."
The show featured a guest appearance from Phil Daniels - who recited his part from 'Parklife' - before Harry Enfield appeared onstage dressed as a tea lady.
Read our review HERE.
Meanwhile, debate over the closing ceremony at the Olympics is ongoing. The Guardian has produced a list of artists who they claim turned down the efforts of organiser Kim Gavin.
It's a fairly extensive list, and includes such luminaries as David Bowie, Sex Pistols, The Rolling Stones and Kate Bush.
The music of each artist was used during the ceremony, with a remix of Kate Bush' classic single 'Running Up That Hill' available now on Amazon. On her official website the singer wrote: "I hope you all enjoyed the remix of Running Up That Hill this evening at the Olympics Closing Ceremony. They certainly put on a brilliant show."
The Olympics were brought to an end on Sunday might (August 12th), with millions around the globe watching an extravagant closing show.
Over in Hyde Park, though, fans were able to soak up something a little simpler. New Order and The Specials entertained the crowds, before Blur took to the stage for a triumphant, emotional set.
Available on iTunes now, the performance could well become Blur's final concert. Speaking to The Sun, Damon Albarn emphasised that the band weren't doing it for the money.
"Guess how much they're paying us?" Damon Albarn asked the tabloid. "Three hundred quid. When you divide that between four and add publishing, management and tax, it's down to about a quid."
"That's not why you agree to do it," he said. "It gives us a chance to play to a lot of people in London. In the sense of the Olympics it's nice to get involved and celebrate this amazing city. Everyone's feeling pretty good about London. I'm there with that because I love this city."
The show featured a guest appearance from Phil Daniels - who recited his part from 'Parklife' - before Harry Enfield appeared onstage dressed as a tea lady.
Read our review HERE.
Meanwhile, debate over the closing ceremony at the Olympics is ongoing. The Guardian has produced a list of artists who they claim turned down the efforts of organiser Kim Gavin.
It's a fairly extensive list, and includes such luminaries as David Bowie, Sex Pistols, The Rolling Stones and Kate Bush.
The music of each artist was used during the ceremony, with a remix of Kate Bush' classic single 'Running Up That Hill' available now on Amazon. On her official website the singer wrote: "I hope you all enjoyed the remix of Running Up That Hill this evening at the Olympics Closing Ceremony. They certainly put on a brilliant show."
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