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Reclaim the Night: marching for women's safety

Beginning in Leeds in 1977 as part of the Women's Liberation Movement, Reclaim the Night is an annual march throughout the UK against sexual violence, calling for gender equality, and women’s right to be safe on the streets at night. Katherine Monk-Watts recounts the profound experience of attending the event for the very first time...

LeftLion Interviews Podcast #7: Chanel Cresswell on This Is England, Shane Meadows, Guy Ritchie, Colleen Rooney, Winning a BAFTA and more.

Our seventh episode is an interview with BAFTA-winning actor and Television Workshop alumnus Chanel Cresswell... 

Gig review: Travis at Rock City

It's a rejuvenated Travis that take to the Rock City stage, that legendary stage which seems to transform a night out from good to great...

A seasonal stocking packed with composers and their Christmas gifts

Kevin Stanley is full of Christmas spirit as he reviews the Hallé's annual festive concert at the Royal Concert Hall...

Life is a Cabaret: revisiting the iconic Parkside Club

Nottingham is well-known for having a vibrant nightlife that entertains a large student population, what with the countless clubs and bars, you are spoiled for choice. But did you know that this reputation has been in the making since the 60s? We chatted with Christine Fletcher-Noble to get a look into the suave and sexy Parkside Club on Station Street and its booming business back in the day...

Gig review: The Damned at Rock City

Despite mellowing a little with age, The Damned ripped through a generous set at Rock City, delighting fans and providing more than a few surprises...

Our December cover artist Marcus Gilmore talks inspirations and staying creative

This month’s cover artist, Beeston-based Marcus Gilmore talks about his mythic and fantastical inspirations as an illustrator and printmaker, staying creative, and capturing the spirit of Christmas in this edition’s magical cover art...

Gig review: Skinny Lister at Rescue Rooms

With an energetic and "free spirited" set at Rescue Rooms, folk-punk group Skinny Lister put us straight into in Christmas mode...

In photos: Been Stellar at The Bodega, with Cardinals

Conscious Closet talk to us about sustainable and festive fashion

With the season of glitter and cheer now well and truly here, Fashion Editor Addie Kenogbon-Harley caught up with Sarah Rockley and Lisa Holland, co-founders of Nottingham sustainable fashion brand and occasion wear rental service, Conscious Closet, to find out how rented looks could be the key to a more sustainable festive party season.

Gig review: Victory Lap at The Bodega

It was a night of diverse sounds and dynamic performances at The Bodega, with relative newcomers Victory Lap headlining an evening that also featured two exceptional support acts: Leeds-based Prima Star Power and well-known local group Grain Mother…