James Walsh Performs Exclusive Gig for Absolute Radio and StubHub

James Walsh Performs Exclusive Gig for Absolute Radio and StubHub

DUBLIN, May 22, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --



Get gig tickets, not #gigenvy!



James Walsh has sealed his solo status with the arrival of his debut album, TURNING
POINT, after almost a decade fronting multi-million-selling band Starsailor. The
singer-songwriter played an exclusive gig on Wednesday 21st May to celebrate his brand new
solo project, arranged by National radio station Absolute Radio with StubHub UK
[http://www.stubhub.co.uk ] - the world's largest ticket marketplace.



Since Starsailor's hiatus the artist has been securing his credibility as a solo
performer, even branching out into cinema with an on-screen appearance and soundtrack
contribution in 2010's Powder. James' songwriting prowess has flourished in collaborations
with the likes Eliza Doolittle, Melanie C and more recently Suzanne Vega on album track
Firing Line. Walsh showcased tracks from his new album, as well as select hits from
Starsailor's back-catalogue as he treated 40 fans to an intimate, stripped-down
performance in a secret location, followed by a Q&A with Absolute DJ Sarah Champion asking
questions provided by StubHub fans.



The gig was made possible by a unique collaboration between StubHub and Absolute Radio
in a campaign which brings together a series of memorable, once-in-a-lifetime, intimate
music experiences, exclusive only to radio listeners. Live music from Absolute Radio's
core artists will continue to feature in an initiative which is set to create #gigenvy
[https://twitter.com/hashtag/GigEnvy?src=hash ] amongst passionate music lovers and
increase awareness of ways in which to obtain tickets for must-see events.



Richard Griffiths, Interim European Head of Communications at StubHub, commented:



"We're delighted to be partnering with James Walsh and Absolute Radio to host his VIP
live and intimate London gig. At StubHub, the fan experience is what matters to us and
partnering with Absolute Radio has allowed us to put on the ultimate gig for James' fans.



"It's all about giving fans great seats, available right up until the start of a gig,
and making the experience unforgettable for them - we want people to get the gig tickets
they want, not gig envy!"



Get gig tickets, not #gigenvy and keep updated via the dedicated StubHub microsite at
absoluteradio.co.uk
[http://www.absoluteradio.co.uk/freebies/competitions/stubhub/jameswalsh.html ] and on
Twitter @StubHubUK



Notes to Editors:



About StubHub UK



StubHub UK is the world's largest ticket marketplace and part of the eBay Inc family
of companies. It connects ticket buyers to sellers on a safe, secure and transparent
trading platform. Unlike current UK competitors, the company does not buy or sell tickets
itself or charge fans additional booking fees at the point of purchase - a first for the
industry.



StubHub, which launched in the US in 2000, consistently holds the highest customer
satisfaction ratings in the entire ticketing industry, and boasts one of the highest
scores in all of e-commerce. Every purchase made through the site is backed by StubHub's
FanProtect(TM) Guarantee, which guards against fraud and ensures that buyers get what they
pay for.



StubHub offers a full suite of mobile applications, and opened the first-ever central
London retail outlet for fans to buy, pick up or drop off their tickets on Great Portland
Street last year. Additional pop-up locations are also planned across the country. These
will be conveniently located close to major venues, meaning fans will never have to worry
about getting in at the last minute.



The company also has a Dublin-based call centre, open from 09:00 - 21:00, seven days a
week, to handle any and all customer queries (0800-358-8585).



The StubHub UK site: http://www.StubHub.co.uk



About Absolute Radio



Absolute Radio is an innovative national entertainment and music brand. The Station
pioneers groundbreaking digital innovations and broadcasts award-winning programming
across multiple platforms from One Golden Square.



Absolute Radio is committed to live music, comedy and football, and leads the industry
in developing applications for the web and new and emerging platforms, including mobile,
wi-fi radio, next-generation DAB, smart TV and Xbox.



Absolute Radio also runs a network of brands; digital stations - Absolute Radio 60s,
Absolute Radio 70s, Absolute 80s, Absolute Radio 90s, Absolute Radio 00s and Absolute
Classic Rock.



For Further Press Information, please contact:




Cat Macdonald - Absolute Radio Press Office
T: +44(0)20-7432-3317

Sophia Vanezis - StubHub Press Office
T: +44(0)20-7611-3808
e: Sophia.vanezis@ketchum.com


StubHub UK


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