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GIRLBAND! talk to us about their rising fame, the Notts music scene and what they’re currently listening to
Mon 12 Aug 2024Redefining alternative music and inclusivity, GIRLBAND! are smashing preconceptions with every release and live performance. Michael Prince recently spoke to the band for LeftLion…
We chat to Hollow Stone about new music, and keeping it real
Sun 11 Aug 2024Hollow Stone sport a diverse and unique style, with authenticity and a love of music always being placed at the forefront of their work. We caught up with lead singer James Doherty ahead of the band's album launch show at The Angel on 17th August, to hear about the album and the development of Hollow Stone's eclectic indie sound...
A House in Jerusalem: How this Nottingham company made the first UK and Palestine co-produced film
Tue 06 Aug 2024For 24 years Al Clark and Rachel Robey have produced independent films, from all around the world, through their Nottingham based company Wellington Films. They've just wrapped up their tenth feature film, Sister Midnight, which saw the pair travel to Mumbai to shoot on location, aired at Cannes recently and set to be released early next year. Their most recent film, A House in Jerusalem, saw them travel to Palestine - the film is the first ever UK/Palestine co-production - for several months. Last month it screened in Broadway, which is where the company is based, but it is returning for two more screenings due to popular demand.
We delve into Notts Queer History with CJ DeBarra
Fri 02 Aug 2024With the colour and joyfulness of Pride celebrations now a key part of our calendar, it’s easy to forget that not too long ago the LGBTQ+ community had to carefully hide their identities. The history books may skirt around it, but Queer people have existed forever - in Notts and beyond - and gradually their stories are coming out. Historian and journalist (and LeftLion’s newly appointed History Editor), CJ DeBarra has been researching Nottingham’s Queer history ahead of the upcoming release of their LGBTQ+ History Project. LeftLion HQ caught up with them to hear more about Nottingham’s Queer history…
Theatre, cricket and LeftLion live. Here’s what’s on in Notts this week: 29 July - 4 August 2024...
Sun 28 Jul 2024The Summer holidays has officially started; LeftLion's here to help keep you and the little ones occupied. From romantic theatre, to radical punk, cricket and a special LeftLion live podcast, read all about them and more below...
Join Us For A LeftLion Live Interview at Nottingham Central Library with Artist Emily Catherine
Thu 25 Jul 2024Next up in our series of LeftLion Interviews at Nottingham Central Library is the hip-hop inspired illustrator Emily Catherine on Friday 2 August at 7pm…
We speak to Notts based men’s mental health charity Tough to Talk
Thu 25 Jul 2024Since forming in 2022, Notts based charity Tough to Talk has already been making positive waves in workplaces and male-centric communities. With his own personal mental health struggles giving him first hand knowledge of the struggles some men have with talking, founder Steve Whittle tells us about their successes so far and strategy for the future.
Notts Pride, 80s inspired Boho festival, Imara art auction, a punk gig. Here's what's on in Nottingham this week 22 - 28 July
Mon 22 Jul 2024Happening here in Nottingham this week: Notts Pride street parties, Boho festival in the wilderness, Imara art auction, punk rock band Phat problem & friends, Madagascar the Musical at The Royal Centre.
LeftLion Interviews Podcast #2: The Petebox on Beatboxing, Youtube Fame, Two Decades of Touring and ITV's The Voice
Fri 19 Jul 2024Welcome to the second episode of the ‘LeftLion Interviews’ podcast. Our guest is the amazing musician and beatboxer The Petebox...
We spoke to Emma Gray and Grace Carter about their new play at Broadway
Fri 19 Jul 2024Emma Gray and Grace Carter met behind the famous Broadway bar. Now they've come full circle, launching their new play Yeah, No, Fine at Broadway. But how did they do it? What challenges were there to overcome?
We spoke to Charity Shop Sue creators Dead Sweet TV about comedy writing, creating a LGBTQ+ icon and working with Shane Meadows and Vicky McClure.
Wed 17 Jul 2024From her beginnings as a YouTube mockumentary star to appearing MTV Cribs, Charity Shop Sue has won the hearts of many - but what were the beginnings of Bulwell's iconic boss laydeh? We spoke to Stu Edwards and brothers Tim and Matt Chesney, creators at Dead Sweet TV to talk about comedy writing, creating a LGBTQ+ icon and working with Shane Meadows and Vicky McClure.
A protest organiser in Notts
Wed 17 Jul 2024Why is the right to protest important? From Pride to the Luddite movement, an activist in Notts talks about the need for demonstrations past and present.
Notts Folk-punk band Cheap Dirty Horse talk punk, politics and pop up gigs
Mon 15 Jul 2024I stumbled into The Old Bus Depot during the Dot To Dot Festival in May and came across my 'Best Find of the Day' award, as Cheap Dirty Horse played an anarchic set of songs, I was blown away by their attitude and their performance has stayed with me since. Imagine my pleasant surprise when LeftLion asked me to interview the band as part of the LGBT Pride special…
Loud and proud: ten top LGBTQ musical acts to discover in Notts
Fri 12 Jul 2024Within music and entertainment the LGBTQI+ community have always been at the forefront of creativity, pushing boundaries of identity, performance and sound. In celebration of these, we take a look at some of the musical artists hailing from Nottingham's vibrant LGBTQ+ community. Have a read, and explore some new sounds from these wonderful creatives.
LeftLion Interviews Podcast #1: DJ Graeme Park on Selectadisc, The Hacienda and the UK Club Scene Past and Present
Thu 11 Jul 2024Welcome to the first episode of the ‘LeftLion Interviews’ podcast. Our guest is the radio and nightclub DJ Graeme Park.
LeftLion Interviews Residency at Nottingham Central Library begins with The PETEBOX
Tue 09 Jul 2024We’re starting something new. It’s a series of live interviews at Nottingham Central Library with some of our favourite artists from or connected to Notts. We’re inviting you to join us for an early-evening of conversation about creativity.
Kings Of Leon, PETEBOX, Acoustickle, Women in S.T.E.M and a picnic. Here's what's on in Nottingham this week - 8th-14th July 2024...
Sun 07 Jul 2024This week Nottingham is bringing you music galore, kicking it off with BRIT Award winners Kings of Leon on Monday night. Then, later on in the week, the first LeftLion Live Podcast with The Petebox, and local acts from Acoustickle and Cultural Vibrations will come together for 15th anniversary showcases. Plus we have an exciting day of talks, that will celebrate women in S.T.E.M, a comedy night and much more.
Gig review and interview: Calva Louise speak our language at The Bodega
Sun 07 Jul 2024The feast is far from over: a band fluent in electronica rock and fuzzy grunge, before their Rough Trade Nottingham gig, we sat down with Jess Allanic, Alizon Taho, and Ben Parker of Calva Louise to discover what it really means to be an oportunista...
Burrata, focaccia, sangria - oh my! Explore the Notts food scene with this tasty new tour
Fri 05 Jul 2024A new treat for cuisine connoisseurs in town is EAT: Nottingham Food Tours. Our two intrepid Food Editors, Julia and Lucy, take a wander through the streets of Nottingham to sample some of the best food the city has to offer - and along the way, they uncover historic tales that bring Nottingham’s past to life.
Festivals, exhibtions and gigs: Here's what's on this week in Notts: 1 - 7 July 2024
Sun 30 Jun 2024This week in Notts! Enjoy some homegrown talent on the canal at Waterfront Festival or an array of tribute acts at Could Be Real Festival, take an arty excursion to New Art Exchange or have a family day out at the Sneinton Festival.
Follow the rainbow: we learn about Notts LGBT+ Network
Sat 29 Jun 2024With official Pride month coming to an end and Notts Pride coming up soon, we thought it important to honour a charity that has given nearly fifty years of its time to Nottingham’s Queer community: Notts LGBT+ Network. Beth Green is a current volunteer for the Network; they caught up with two others David and Rachel, to share their commendable work and dedication.
Notts Book Arts Festival Returns To A Library Near You
Thu 27 Jun 2024'Blend' is the word at this year's celebration of zines, illustrations and bookbinding...
Overheard in Notts: June 2024
Thu 27 Jun 2024'That's Wollaton Hall, where they filmed the Spider-Man movies.'