Francis Smith, Author at Counteract – Music | News | Food

Osaka psych-rock band Hibushibire are stopping off at the Hare & Hounds in Birmingham for Kushikatsu Records on May 3rd,

food and drink

April 25, 2018 Francis Smith

Introducing Kilder: Birmingham’s newest craft beer and natural wine bar

The duo behind iconic burger restaurant Original Patty Men have expanded their archway residence to include Kilder, one of Birmingham’s largest tap rooms.

music

April 24, 2018 Francis Smith

Go Kart Mozart release new album ahead of their headline show in Birmingham

Hot off the release of their new record, the Lawrence fronted indie rock outfit are set to return to the frontman’s home town of Birmingham for an unmissable live show

festivals

April 20, 2018 Francis Smith

Rag & Bone Man, Metronomy and The Charlatans join Benicassim line up

The classic 80s synth pop duo Pet Shop Boys are joining a full list of acts including Liam Gallagher, Travis Scott, Wolf Alice, Jessie Ware and more for the Spanish summer festival

live

April 18, 2018 Francis Smith

Review: Self-confessed “semi-professional” rockers Shame bring the house down in Birmingham

Playing their debut headline show in Birmingham at the Hare & Hounds, Shame slammed through their acclaimed debut to a swarming sold-out crowd

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live

April 16, 2018 Francis Smith

Review: Arcade Fire deliver a knockout blow in Birmingham

Arcade Fire brought their visually stunning Infinite Content tour to Birmingham on Sunday 15th April, as they performed fan favourites old and new in the round.

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live

April 15, 2018 Francis Smith

Review: Lions of Dissent create mind bending psychedelia at sell out-gig

The Wolverhampton based arts collective, Lions of Dissent, had their sell out crowd in a trance through a mind bending britpop and psychedlia fusion

live

April 14, 2018 Francis Smith

Review: BICEP bring acclaimed live show to Birmingham

Bicep’s critically acclaimed live show returns to Birmingham following a controversial cancellation late last year. An incisive and euphoric evening with support from HAAi.