6 of the best Midlands music festivals to attend this summer
To help you enjoy a summer of stress-free fun, we have compiled a list of some local festivals, proving that you do not have to travel far to have a great summer.
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Author: Francis Smith
British Sea Power’s legendary Krankenhaus clubnight to make its Birmingham debut
Already making waves in Brighton, Krankenhaus follows the band’s Club Sea Power events held back in the early 00s, before British Sea Power shot to fame.
Read more10 acts you need to see at Dot To Dot Festival 2016
We love this year’s line-up so much that we’ve put together a list of 10 artists you should probably check out.
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10 great FREE things to see and do in Birmingham
We’ve compiled a list of 10 free things to see and do in Birmingham, all perfect for a bank holiday weekend, half term or if you’ve simply got no plans!
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Review: Eagulls showcase latest LP ‘Ullages’ at the Hare & Hounds
Despite the undeniable dark undertones of Eagulls songs, at points the music reached heights of optimism and almost hypnotic, beautiful melody.
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Review: Yuck bring distorted slacker-rock to Digbeth
While commercial success alluded Yuck, the four-piece garner a highly supportive crowd, and their new album shows that they’re continuing to flourish.
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The Fratellis to mark 10th anniversary of debut album Costello Music with winter UK tour
The record, which features the likes of ‘Chelsea Dagger’, ‘Whistle for the Choir’ and ‘Flathead’ will be aired in full for the first time on the tour, which kicks off in Nottingham.
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See photos from inside Birmingham’s derelict Carling Academy
On Thursday July 7 2011, Counteract was lucky to be invited down to Birmingham’s famous Dale End music venue during its refurbishment to have a chat, a look around, and to take some photos; the first since 2009.
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Album review: Field Harmonics blend genres on melodic second LP, Corners
Corners is an appropriate title; it touches upon every crevice of pop, from dark electronica to shamelessly chipper rock. Expect them to soundtrack a passed-out field this summer.
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Review: Manic Street Preachers roll back the years in Birmingham
20 years on and The Manic Street Preachers prove that their triple platinum album, Everything Must Go is still a cultural touchstone for fans old and new.
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