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Ozzy Osbourne is set to embark on the European leg of ‘No More Tours II’, with Judas Priest providing support. Tickets available now.

live reviews

Review: Florence + The Machine play mythical, transcendent set at Genting Arena

November 17, 2018November 17, 2018 Declan Bowring Florence + The Machine, Genting Arena, Wet

South London baroque-pop band Florence + The Machine return to Genting Arena, Birmingham on their ‘High As Hope’ UK tour.

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Mumford and Sons disappoint with new single ‘If I Say’

October 30, 2018October 30, 2018 Holly Carter Birmingham, Genting Arena, If I Say, Mumford and Sons, single review

The latest single from Mumford’s upcoming album feels trite and cliched in what is becoming an increasingly predictable disappointment.

touring

Mumford & Sons to bring new album ‘Delta’ to Birmingham

October 8, 2018October 9, 2018 Declan Bowring Genting Arena, Genting Arena Birmingham, Maggie Rogers, Mumford & Sons, Mumford and Sons

Quartet from West London return to the live stage with UK and Ireland shows, including a Birmingham date, before taking on North America.

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Review: Shiiine On brings 90s nostalgia to Birmingham

September 9, 2018November 13, 2018 Richard Franks Bentley Rhythm Ace, Birmingham, Cast, Embrace, Genting Arena, Glasvegas, Happy mondays, Ivory Wave, Jim Bob, O2 Academy Birmingham, Orbital, Shed Seven, Shiiine On, Steve Lamacq, The Haçienda

Shiiine On – a one day celebration of 90s alternative and dance culture – came to Birmingham’s O2 Academy on Saturday 8th September armed with three rooms of legendary music.

touring

Florence + The Machine announce national tour, with a date in Birmingham

May 31, 2018May 31, 2018 Declan Bowring Florence + The Machine, Genting Arena

With latest single ‘Hunger’ out and new album High As Hope being released on June 29th, Florence + The Machine have

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Review: Arcade Fire deliver a knockout blow in Birmingham

April 16, 2018November 14, 2018 Richard Franks Arcade Fire, Birmingham, Genting Arena

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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Review: Morrissey re-emphasises his legendary status in Birmingham

February 28, 2018March 5, 2018 Hannah Pezzack Genting Arena, Low in High School, Morrissey, The Smiths

As ever, Morrissey’s latest tour has polarised public opinion between vehement vitriol and critical acclaim, but his Birmingham show was a unanimous success

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Review: Imagine Dragons wow Brum crowd with a memorable performance

February 25, 2018March 5, 2018 Kieran Raza Birmingham, Genting Arena, Imagine Dragons, K.Flay

Imagine Dragons brought their spectacular and impactful live performance to a sold-out Genting Arena on February 24th, providing an emotional rollercoaster for fans.

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Imagine Dragons to bring the thunder on a series of UK arena shows

February 4, 2018February 8, 2018 Kieran Raza Genting Arena, Imagine Dragons

With a third successful album, Evolve, under their belts, the US group will be playing a handful of UK shows, including a date in Birmingham