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Free minds: the Notts open mic celebrating poetry's power
Mon 06 Apr 2026In the current climate of economic instability and political discourse, creative communities face bigger threats to remain connected. Poppy Thomason caught up with Caetano Capurro and Jasmine McCallion, the co-hosts of Free Minds – a free poetry open mic night at The King Billy pub – to ask them about the power of expression within accessible creative spaces.
Blues, dance, and Hong Kong culture: Here's what's on in Nottingham
Sun 05 Apr 2026There's lots of events this week set to spread some strong community spirit and selfless sentiment here in Notts. Here are some of our favourites...
Laid bare: James bassist Jim Glennie talks the story of the band before their Motorpoint show
Sat 04 Apr 2026Plenty of legendary bands have come out of Manchester but James are one of the most enduring. Through four decades the group have continued to evolve – delivering iconic indie anthems like Sit Down, She’s a Star and Laid – alongside their famously unpredictable live performances.
They’re playing Motorpoint Arena this month, as part of a UK tour in support of their new Definitive Best Of collection – in advance bassist and founding member Jim Glennie looks back on the story of the band…
LeftLion Interviews Podcast #15: Blur’s Dave Rowntree on NASA, Nottingham gigs and his new book of old Blur photos
Fri 03 Apr 2026This episode we are joined by Blur drummer Dave Rowntree who talks about Blur's early years, his memories (or lack of) of their Nottingham appearances, NASA and space and his new photo book No-one You Know'..
Undercover artist: April Seaworth depicts springtime Notts in motion
Fri 03 Apr 2026The stars align this month, as our regular contributing illustrator April Seaworth presents our April 2026 cover. Below April talks about her work, inspirations, and why we should listen closely to the city and to nature…