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

Sam Fender returns to the Midlands later this year

Sam Fender and his band will return to Birmingham later this year after the release of his debut album ‘Hypersonic Missiles’.

Exciting indie pop band The Night Café have announced their debut album ‘0151’, alongside a lengthy UK tour.

The thirteenth edition of Flatpack Film Festival served up some great films on the bank holiday, from Scandi-eco adventures to Giallo horror.

The South London duo may sing about spontaneously combusting, but their short serenade to each other missed the mark in Birmingham.

The musical project of Mac Demarco’s former guitarist, Peter Sager, continues in the form of Homeshake – tickets on sale now

Learn about the ins and outs of Oasis, Britpop and more as Creation Records founder Alan McGee heads to Birmingham’s The Night Owl.

Boston legends Pixies will play Birmingham O2 Academy this autumn, in support of their forthcoming seventh studio album.

The five-piece are bringing their vibrant 7th record, ‘Tasmania’, on the road later this year.

Oxford alt. rock legends Swervedriver head out on a UK tour this month – including a Birmingham date. Get tickets here.

Student festival staple Valefest announce another huge lineup for their 2019 edition, from student bands to major festival mainstays.