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

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Hot off the release of their debut album, Of A Nature Or Degree, on Castle Face Records, the manic Mancunian outfit kicked up a fuss at the Hare & Hounds

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January 23, 2018 Francis Smith

Pop songstress Nina Nesbitt to play Birmingham on UK spring tour

In the wake of her recent US tour, Nina Nesbitt is set to play a series of UK shows, including a date in Birmingham

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live reviews

January 20, 2018 Francis Smith

Review: Local favourites Riscas play a passionate sold-out show

Local favourites Riscas play a relentless set filled with flare and passion, supported by a bill of promising emerging bands at The Sunflower Lounge

music

January 19, 2018 Francis Smith

The Rainbow Venues announces closure of ALL clubs in heartfelt video

Digbeth raving hotspot The Rainbow Venues have launched their #EducateNotRevocate campaign as they close ALL of their clubs with immediate effect.

features

January 19, 2018 Francis Smith

8 things to get excited about in Birmingham this year

Our selection of some of the best events in cinema, arts and culture to look forward to in Birmingham in 2018.

music

January 19, 2018 Francis Smith

British rock’s next big hope, Shame, to tour the UK in April

With a critically acclaimed debut record, Songs of Praise, under their belt, the South London outfit are touring the UK, including a date in Birmingham

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January 18, 2018 Francis Smith

Yes announce Birmingham date on their expansive 50th anniversary tour

Celebrating their remarkable fifty years together, the prog rock maestros are playing a string of dates across the UK, including a date at Symphony Hall