Former Kinks singer 'thrilled' to take control of the Southbank Centre's 18th annual festival, promising to forge a 'musical bridge between past, present and future'Ray Davies has been appointed artistic director of next year's Meltdown festival at the Southbank Centre in London. The former Kinks frontman follows in the footsteps of Morrissey, Jarvis Cocker and Patti Smith to curate the annual music and art event.Davies said he was "thrilled" to be asked, adding: "My wish for Meltdown 2011 is t...
Guardian Music — Former Kinks singer 'thrilled' to take control of the Southbank Centre's 18th annual festival, promising to forge a 'musical bridge between past, present and future'Ray D... more info