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Gig Review: Malevolence at Rescue Rooms

Arguably Britain’s best hardcore band, Sheffield’s Malevolence have been paving a trail for themselves that seems to be nearly impossible to miss, although why would you want to? 

We chat with the Gedling Climate Group on what locals are looking for in the fight against climate change.

Since the 90s, the Gedling Climate Change Group have been lobbying their borough council for climate action. They fill us in on their recent Climate and Nature convention, and what their hopes are from the local authority in the ongoing fight against climate change…

Music Reviews: February 2024

This month, we review music from Louis Croft, Molly, Alfie Wallace, Cheap Dirty Horse, Serena Jasmine, LYVIA, Charity Stow, Tom Shawcroft and Betsey B...

Circle of Light To Orchestrate Music Career Opportunities For Hundreds of Young People

The Circle of Light music and wellbeing project is back for a fifth year with opportunities for young people aged 16-25 looking for pathways into the music industry...

In Photos: Evil Scarecrow at Rock City

One of the UK’s most absurd, yet stand out Heavy Metal acts in the last few years, Evil Scarecrow headline Rock City...

Gig Review: Mickey Callisto at The Chameleon

For anyone who caught Mickey Callisto at The Bodega as part of Dot-to-Dot last year, it was obvious he was destined for superstardom. The Sunderland-born, Liverpool-based synth-pop sensation commanded the stage with the voice and presence of a young Freddie Mercury, instantly standing out as an exceptional talent just waiting to be discovered. So, when it was announced he was returning to Nottingham as part of his first headline tour, we just had to go along to see if word was getting out…

Gig Review: Enter Shikari at Motorpoint Arena

Enter Shikari burst into life in the Motorpoint Arena earlier this month, for a night that combined vibrant visuals, sweaty bodies and pumping bass in the most spectacular way...

Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean Winning Olympic Gold at Nottingham’s National Ice Centre

Nottingham’s National Ice Centre is gearing up for its busiest time of year with thousands of skaters of all ages and abilities set to take to the ice over February half term at the home of Torvill and Dean...

Preview: Sao Paulo Dance Company

We speak to the choreographer behind this weekend's dose of Brazilian sunshine  

We Speak to Music Artist and Entrepreneur Parisa East as Her Live Music Platform Acoustickle Turns Fifteen Years Old

Parisa East is a music artist and entrepreneur with many years of experience promoting live music events, supporting local talent, and providing quality cultural experiences in Nottingham. In 2009 she launched Acoustickle: a live music platform to spotlight emerging artists, and encourage musicians to share their original compositions with respectful audiences. With decorated venues, and intimate, inspiring performance spaces, the immersive atmosphere captivates all that are present. In 2022, she received an AIM award, as the East Midlands local hero, nominated by Dean Jackson, presenter of BBC Introducing. This is Parisa East, interviewed by Acoustickle’s very own CeCe about her visions for the future and the importance of creating a stage for unknown artists…

Film Review: The Iron Claw

The Iron Claw will pin you into emotional submission despite its weak script…

Gig Review: As Everything Unfolds at Rescue Rooms

As Everything Unfolds came to Nottingham to show the crowd what their headline tour is all about…

We Catch up With Murdah SRVC Ahead of Their Gig at the Angel Microbrewery

MURDAH SRVC is an audio and visual project based in Catania, Italy, mixing Manga illustrations with music. The band's singer and creator Che spoke to Boogie O. Churchill about his current UK tour - hitting the Angel Microbrewery tomorrow - his artwork, and his time in Japan…

From Wrestling to Climate Action Cinema: Heres Whats On in Nottingham this week 12-18 Feb 2024

Whether you crave the sarcasm of Post-Punk or the catharsis of a good old film, check out our top picks for this week in Nottingham...

We Sit Down With the Owners of the Chameleon After It Was Announced That the Building Would Be Sold

When it comes to finding the gems of Nottingham’s creative culture, sometimes you have to do a little intrepid exploring. Tucked down an alley just off the Old Market Square, legendary bar and venue The Chameleon has been hosting gigs, club nights and late night shenanigans since 2007. With the recent news that the building is to be sold, we sat down with owners John and Lauren Rothera to talk about the life and soul of the bar, and the future of independent venues…

We Chat to Katherine Priddy Ahead of Her Rough Trade Gig

Katherine Priddy is one of the most exciting names in modern folk, and the imminent launch of her second album - which has already received glowing reviews - will inevitably elevate her reputation even higher. We spoke to her ahead of her in-store live performance and album signing at Rough Trade on 20th February…

Event Review: Ruby Tuesdays at The Pelican Club

Infectiously charming, intimate and joyful, Ruby Tuesdays at The Pelican is a must see by all. If you want to be greeted with a smile and be made to feel at home from the very moment you step in, all while watching a group of masterful musicians play infectiously, then Ruby Tuesdays is the place to be…

Gig Review: Bombay Bicycle Club at Rock City

Indie heroes Bombay Bicycle Clubs are without a doubt one of the country’s best festival bands. With a collection of songs that radiate warmth, positivity and a joyous collage of sounds and styles, their live performances are tailor-made for sun-kissed stages as you party in a field with your friends. The question is – can they do it on a cold, wet Tuesday night in Stok…er, Nottingham? We went along to Rock City to find out…

Food Review: Big Apple Hot Dog Specials at Pizza Punks

It's National Pizza Day! So we went down to Pizza Punks to try their newly collaborated, limited edition ‘Classic Dawg’ and ‘Vegan Dawg’ pizzas with ‘Big Apple Hot Dogs’, to see if they truly were a Super Bowl hit. 

Theatre Review: Bluey's Big Play at Theatre Royal

The celebrated Australian cartoon canine family now have their own stage show. But how will the charms of Bluey, Bingo, Bandit, Chilli and co transfer over from the small screen to the big stage?

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Get Your Gladrags On: We Chat to Baby Tap, DJ Boz, Marilyn Sane, and Nana Arthole

Nottingham has a colourful palette of local, committed and diverse LGBTQ+ artists and creatives. Baby Tap, DJ Boz, Marilyn Sane, and Nana Arthole are all part of the Nottingham club night Gladrags, a welcoming space that hosts DJs, live music, drag and burlesque performers, where all people can get their Gladrags on and be authentic without judgement. They told us more about who they are, the events that are happening across the city, and the new wave of LGBTQ+ identifying musicians who are emerging from Nottingham…