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We Chat to Lizzie Esau About Her New Single, Working with Steve Grainger, and Dot to Dot
Sun 14 Apr 2024Lizzie Esau may hail from Newcastle, but her long-time working relationship with Notts-based producer Steve Grainger means that she is an honorary citizen. We chat to her all about her latest single Wait Too Late, her upcoming appearance at Dot to Dot, and her unofficially-announced upcoming sophomore EP...
Nottingham Residents Invited to Take Part in World-First Citizen Assembly Initiative at New Art Exchange
Sat 06 Apr 2024New Art Exchange (NAE) is setting a global precedent for community-led arts delivery with the launch of the VOICE Assembly, a permanent citizen assembly to be included within the diverse arts organisation's leadership structure. The initiative invites forty local residents to represent the wider community and directly shape NAE’s neighbourhood strategy and investments. NAE is developing a blueprint for cultural institutions worldwide, championing citizen-led decision-making in arts and culture.
Local Nottingham Artists Have The Chance To Play Legendary Rock City Main Stage @ Dot To Dot Festival
The Future Sound of Nottingham is returning for 2024. FSN gives Nottingham and Nottinghamshire musicians the opportunity to play the iconic main stage of Rock City.
We spoke to Yard Act's Ryan Needham ahead of their gig at Rock City
Thu 07 Mar 2024They’re ace, top, mint, boss - they’re Yard Act! Ahead of their forthcoming return to Rock City, we spoke to bassist Ryan Needham and discussed blowing up, working with Elton John and the new album Where’s My Utopia?
The Pastel Project Talk LGBTQ+ Activism, the Trans Community and Aims to Make Nottingham the UK's First Trans Sanctuary City
Sat 17 Feb 2024The Pastel Project is a grassroots activism group seeking to establish Nottingham as the UK's first Trans Sanctuary City. With aims including to improve trans healthcare and improve LGBTQ+ education in schools, this project works towards solidarity and support for the trans community and making Nottingham a safe haven for all trans and gender non-conforming people...
We Sit Down With the Owners of the Chameleon After It Was Announced That the Building Would Be Sold
Sat 10 Feb 2024When it comes to finding the gems of Nottingham’s creative culture, sometimes you have to do a little intrepid exploring. Tucked down an alley just off the Old Market Square, legendary bar and venue The Chameleon has been hosting gigs, club nights and late night shenanigans since 2007. With the recent news that the building is to be sold, we sat down with owners John and Lauren Rothera to talk about the life and soul of the bar, and the future of independent venues…
Beat the Streets Announces First Acts for 2024
Fri 08 Dec 2023Nottingham-based national music promoter, DHP Family, has announced the first wave of artists for charity fundraiser festival Beat The Streets...
We Spoke With Veronica Pickering, Nottinghamshire’s First Black Female High Sheriff
Fri 13 Oct 2023Everyone has heard of the High Sheriff of Nottingham, but what does the job entail in the modern age? We spoke with Veronica Pickering, Nottinghamshire’s first Black female High Sheriff, about her truly fascinating career journey, her international and local community work, the changing nature of the public sector, and what she likes to do in her free time…
Review: Dot to Dot Festival Nottingham
Fri 02 Jun 2023This past bank holiday weekend, the annual Dot to Dot Festival took place at various venues across Nottingham. Over 80 acts performed throughout the day, and you would need a TARDIS and a sturdy pair of shoes to see them all. We sent Bassey and Rich Higton down to cover the event...
Review: Dot to Dot Festival Bristol
Fri 02 Jun 2023Dot to Dot Festival is a staple in the Nottingham events calendar. But it's also been happening in Bristol for almost as many years as it has here. This year we thought we'd go and see what it's like down South…