Richard Franks, Author at Counteract – News | Music | Film

We need to support independent businesses more than ever before

The threat of COVID-19, or coronavirus, is beginning to have an impact on Birmingham’s independent restaurants, bars and retailers

Dishoom Birmingham will finally open its doors in April, following a ten-day soft launch with 50% off all food

Genesis have confirmed fans’ suspicions and will reunite for a series of UK & Ireland tour dates later this year,

Sonic Wave Festival, a new multi-venue music experience, takes over some of Digbeth’s biggest and brightest music venues this May

A brand new retro gaming bar has opened in Digbeth, and it’s a must-visit for fans of classic console and arcade games.

In a dramatic u-turn, hmv’s Birmingham Bullring store, along with five others, is set to stay open following showdown talks with landlords

Entertainment retailer hmv looks set to close a number of stores across the UK, with Birmingham Bullring, Merry Hill and Worcester branches affected

Olivier Award-winning musical Sunny Afternoon, depicting the story of The Kinks, lands in Birmingham in December 2020

Films with Chastain in a supporting role, on the other hand, have raked in well over $2 billion (£1.56 billion)

Football fans will soon be able to enjoy a very different match day food experience when they visit the Villa.