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Classical music at Nottingham Theatre Royal & Concert Hall with Matt Wigley, Music Programme Manager
Fri 13 Nov 2026Whatever genre of music you’re into, it’s likely you’ll be able to find an iconic music venue in Notts catering for your taste. Taking care of the classical corner, Matt Wigley has been Music Programme Manager at the Royal Concert Hall since the end of 2024, attracting top orchestras and classical superstars to the city. He talks to us about upcoming acts, world-class acoustics, and why anyone can get into classical music…
LeftLion's Latest Listens #55: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 06 Nov 2026Welcome to edition 55 of LeftLion's Latest Listens! This week, our music team reviews new releases from Panchiko, Keane Baldwin, Cathedra and Emily Ashberry...
Theatre Review: Nottingham Operatic Society - Chess The Musical
Thu 29 Oct 2026A musical tale from the cold war that will give you goose bumps
LeftLion's Latest Listens #54: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 23 Oct 2026In this 54th edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews new releases from ROB GREEN, Revenge of Calculon, Pillow Fort, Lucas Walters and A-Tota-So
LeftLion's Latest Listens #53: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 02 Oct 2026In the 53rd edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews releases from Otala, Matt Blaney, Wayne Banks and Make Strangers...
Overheard in Notts: September 2026
Tue 29 Sep 2026Nicotine and the Babadook feature in this month's Overheard in Notts.
The Kingston Queen: A profound coming-of-age novel with accompanying musical album
Mon 28 Sep 2026A spare time lockdown project lay dormant in Melvin Grant’s drawer for three years before resurfacing as an emotional, inspiring coming-of-age novel, spanning themes of abuse, homophobia, racism, love and loss. And if that isn’t enough, The Kingston Queen even has an accompanying musical album, written entirely by Melvin.
How the Notts Community Choir is connecting local people through music
Thu 24 Sep 2026Have you got the X Factor? Or maybe you just enjoy that gratifying feeling of achieving perfect harmony with fellow vocal enthusiasts? The Notts Community Choir, based in Queen’s Walk Community Centre, might be for you. Penny Harrison shares her own, and others' experiences since joining while founder and director, Josh Elliott, shares the choir’s journey…
LeftLion's Latest Listens #52: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 18 Sep 2026For the 52nd edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews new releases from Mondo, Hunch Power, Eyre Llew and Blu Syrup...
Undercover artist: Iulia Matei celebrates creative pastimes with our September 2026 cover
Sat 12 Sep 2026This month’s cover artist Iulia Matei talks comics, creativity and letting things figure themselves out.
In photos: Foolhardy Folk Festival 2026 at The Arboretum
Sat 05 Sep 2026Skilfully curated by honorary Notts-man Beans on Toast, Foolhardy Folk Festival has become a hugely popular bank holiday event. With the bandstand as its focal point, this year's festival once again combined the best elements of nature and music. This year's lineup included Badly Drawn Boy, Skinny Lister, 3 Daft Monkeys, K.O.G and Beans on Toast himself...
LeftLion's Latest Listens #51: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 04 Sep 2026As autumn begins to take hold, with rain replacing the sun, the LeftLion music team are taking refuge in the best new local music. This week, the team reviews recent releases from Stone Black Witches, Amantes, People Laughing and Revenge of Calculon...
Left Magpie: September 2026 - Everything Flows
Thu 03 Sep 2026It's been an encouraging start to the season for the (at the time of writing unbeaten in the League) Notts County FC. To celebrate our columnist Julian McDougall has gone all Zen Buddhist on us...
Gig review: The Grove turns two!
Thu 03 Sep 2026When it opened in 2024, The Grove immediately became a vital part of Nottingham's grassroots music scene. With legendary sound, friendly staff and a truly inclusive attitude, it has since grown as a favourite among bands and gig-goers alike. The venue recently celebrated its 2nd birthday with a series of performances by local acts Rainbow Frog Biscuits, Jacquline, Veduna, OK, Lady, Amantes, Riley Marsh, George Gadd + The Aftermath, Cheap Dirty Horse and Hystamine. We sent Ryan and Nigel along for a slice of cake and some top tunes...
Locating Lawrence: September 1926
Wed 02 Sep 2026Oh, we do like to be beside the seaside, even if it’s bracing… The latest Locating Lawrence tells all about what DH Lawrence was up to in September 1926.
Overheard in Notts: August 2026
Mon 31 Aug 2026Karma and iPad watches feature in this month's Overheard in Notts...
LeftLion Issue #199 September 2026
Fri 28 Aug 2026Featuring playwright Beth Steel, musician Jim Ghedi, photographer Alan Lodge, The Garage in Chilwell, hidden spots in Nottingham, creative opportunities, and more...
Festival review: LeftLion at 110 Above
Thu 27 Aug 2026Almost hidden on a Leicestershire plateau set at the lofty altitude of 110m above sea level, the lucky few (hundred) can discover a music festival like no other. Without any sign of corporate sponsorship or gimmick, 110 Above exists to create a shared experience, for all ages, based on good music. LeftLion spent two special days there...
Undercover artist: Lucy Holt on music industry design and her August 2026 cover for LeftLion
Mon 17 Aug 2026Our August cover artist Lucy Holt talks about projection art, previous projects and inspiration…
LeftLion's Latest Listens #50: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 14 Aug 2026We have reached the 50th edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens! Thanks to all our writers who have contributed since our first edition in 2024, and a very big thank you to all the Notts artists who have made our lives better with their music. In this edition, our music team reviews new releases from Di$mal, Wayne Banks, Rainbow Frog Biscuits, Laura Williams and ronnietoldus...
Locating Lawrence: August 1926
Wed 12 Aug 2026Grouse shooting is ‘an event for those that shoot, and a still bigger one for those that get shot’... Here's what DH Lawrence was up to 100 years ago this month.
Art, gigs, Bowie, European parties, and family festivals Here's what's on this week in Nottingham Monday 3 - Sunday 9 August
Sun 02 Aug 2026There's lots happening this week to kick off August's event schedule, from European parties to family festivals and events - here's our top picks...
LeftLion's Latest Listens #49: Notts music we're currently spinning
Fri 31 Jul 2026In this 49th edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team reviews new releases from Richard Snow, Emily Ashberry, Pillow Fort and CATHEDRA...
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