This week in Nottingham, experimental musicians of highest calibre take over all of the best grassroots venues, while over at Motorpoint Arena the Disney canon is well-and-truly brought to life...
When: Wednesday 13 November
Where: Rock City
How Much: £22.50
After ten years together, post-punk sextet Warmduscher are still going strong, set to close out 2024 with a tour of their most ambitious record yet: the jazzy, disco-punk Frankenstein Too Cold To Hold. As a record that reconfigures their sound from a brand new angle, the tour attached to Too Cold is set to be just as exciting a category-evading as the music, and the Rock City date is guaranteed to be an unquestioned highlight.
When: Thursday 14 Nov
Where: Metronome
How much: From £17.25
From ‘sparkling pop backdrops’ to ‘gothic harmonic unease’ is how Metronome have described the music of Alfie Templeman, who plays there this month following the release of his second album Radiosoul. His first record Mellow Moon was praised by the likes of The Guardian and NME so we’re excited to hear what’s next from this star who’s countless sold out headline shows have been captivating worldwide audiences.
When: Friday 15 November
Where: The Old Bus Depot
How Much: £10 (£5 low income/unemployed)
If, in another life, you were an artist deep in-amongst the experimental, freeform sound systems of 1960s New York or 1990s Bristol, this isn't a night you should miss. Friday night will see trip-hop-electro-punk trio Charlie and the Oscillator perform their original and adrenaline-fuelled tunes, supported by Green Grango, Rights for Flies, and Earth is Doomed, followed by a cypher that welcomes any spontaneous contributions of rap and spoken word.
When: Thurs 14 - Sun 17 Nov
Where: Motorpoint Arena
How much: From £30
Relive your childhood dreams as Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends embark on Road Trip Adventures, a wild ride through favourite Disney destinations with unexpected hijinks. See characters from Moana, Frozen, The Lion King, Toy Story 4, Aladdin, and your favourite Disney Princesses glide on the ice and create some magical new memories.
When: Saturday 16 November
Where: The Chapel (@ The Angel Microbrewery)
How Much: £16.75
As one of the UK's most prolific hip-hop artists with a storied 25-year-long career to his name, rapper Verb T's visit to The Angel's cherished upstairs space is set to be a special one. A member of super-group the Four Owls, Verbs is known for blending the iconic stylistic qualities of 90s hip-hop with modern paradigms. Support comes from Osiris Rex, Enemies Of Success, and many more...
When: Saturday 16 November
Where: Theatre Royal
How Much: From £35.50
From a career as one of England’s greatest cricketers to his new chapter as Sky Sports’ pundit and founder of ‘The Cat & Wickets Pub Company’, Stuart Broad brings his colourful personality from the pitch to the stage. Discussing highs and lows, Ashes and T20 World Cup glories, as well as the new challenges he faces beyond the boundary rope, this wicket night is sure to bowl cricket fans over.
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