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Yak at The Rainbow Courtyard in Birmingham

Kieran Raza May 12, 2016May 20, 2016 Inheaven, The Hungry Ghosts, The Rainbow Courtyard, yak

Review: YAK incite Birmingham crowd with chaotic performance

YAK have been upon the tip of many people’s tongues lately and received outstanding critical reception for their new album – so anticipation was high.

Benjamin Francis Leftwich at The Rainbow Courtyard in Birmingham

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Kieran Raza May 6, 2016May 10, 2016 Benjamin Francis Leftwich, Rainbow Courtyard, Warwick Finch

Review: Benjamin Francis Leftwich returns with intimate Birmingham show

Following a few years away, 26 year-old musician Benjamin Francis Leftwich returned with a spring tour, just before the release of his second studio album

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Kieran Raza April 24, 2016April 26, 2016 Astrid S, O2 Institute Birmingham, Trove Sivan

Internet sensation Troye Sivan performs an impressive set at sold-out O2 Institute

An hour before the doors have even opened, thousands of teens have already lined up around the block eagerly anticipating Internet pop star Troye Sivan.

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Kieran Raza April 5, 2016May 10, 2016 LANY

Interview: LANY discuss forthcoming album and Ellie Goulding support slot

Los Angeles trio LANY are on the brink of becoming massive, Counteract caught up with Paul, Les and Jake before their support slot in Birmingham.

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Kieran Raza April 2, 2016April 10, 2016 Barclaycard Arena, MØ, Nimmo, Years and Years

Review: Years and Years show their worth on debut arena tour

Years and Years’ career has truly rocketed, from gaining initial recognition last year to becoming the fully fledged successful pop stars they are today.

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Kieran Raza March 25, 2016April 12, 2016 Walk The Moon

Walk The Moon discuss David Bowie, returning to Birmingham and playing on the moon

Even in their down time off stage they still have a vibrant presence dressed in bright sweatshirts and eye catching bizarre Japanese cartoon designs.

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Kieran Raza March 22, 2016April 10, 2016 Barclaycard Arena, Ellie Goulding, John Newman, LANY

Review: Ellie Goulding brings intensified show to Birmingham

Following an angelic introduction and intensified build up, Ellie Goulding emerged onto the stage surrounded by dancers and cloaked by shining gold curtains.