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Gig review: Deaf Havana at Rock City, with The Dangerous Summer

Sun 08 Nov 2026

Fifteen years on from its release, Fools and Worthless Liars still means a hell of a lot to a lot of people. Judging by the queue outside Rock City and the packed room long before the headliners appeared, tonight wasn’t just another anniversary show for Deaf Havana. For many in attendance, it was a chance to reconnect with an album that sound tracked a particular chapter of their lives...

Gig review: The Mary Wallopers at Rock City

Fri 30 Oct 2026

There are some gigs that you walk away from feeling like you've experienced something special, and Monday night at Rock City was certainly one of them. A very Irish evening, and what a treat that was, as The Mary Wallopers came to town...

Gig review: Panchiko at Rock City

Thu 29 Oct 2026

The legend of Panchiko came to life at Rock City as the elusive local band made a homecoming, and filled the floor with local and out-of-town fans alike...

Gig review: Skindred at Rock City

Tue 27 Oct 2026

On the first night of the You’ve Got This tour, and the first of two sold-out shows at Rock City, Skindred arrived in Nottingham with their unparalleled force that turns a gig into a full-body workout. For more than two decades, the Welsh ragga-metal pioneers have built a reputation as one of the most electrifying live bands around, blending crushing riffs and reggae grooves with frontman Benji Webbe’s unstoppable charisma. A Skindred show always promises high-energy and opening night of the tour was no different...

Gig Review: Brandon Flowers at Rock City

Mon 19 Oct 2026

It’s not too often we get a bona fide superstar and one of the greatest songwriters of this generation come to town. As part of his THRASHER world tour, the charming frontman of 00s indie icons The Killers, Brandon Flowers, stopped by Rock City for a special and incredibly intimate show, playing a bunch of his new country songs and a couple of career classics too. A night to remember for those in attendance, here’s what went down when this arena-sized artist played in such a humble setting, right in the heart of Nottingham…

Gig review: Courtney Barnett at Rock City

Mon 19 Oct 2026

Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett was back at Rock City last week, treating her fans to another captivating performance with songs from her back catalogue and new album, Creature of Habit, with support from Body Type...

Gig review: We Are Scientists at Rock City

Mon 05 Oct 2026

More than 20 years ago, We Are Scientists wowed with their major label debut With Love and Squalor. Now, with the album certified gold and a cult career on their belt, they have returned with a tour celebrating this seminal record. We caught them at Rock City...

Gig review: The Sisters of Mercy at Rock City

Tue 29 Sep 2026

The Sisters of Mercy proved beyond any shadow of doubt that they are still at the forefront of the Gothic music scene, with a breathtaking and flawless performance at a packed Rock City, that will likely linger in the memory of the those there for a long time to come...

Gig review: Primal Scream at Rock City

Thu 17 Sep 2026

Primal Scream returned - again - to Nottingham and proved their relevance and willingness to harness their art to speak out. Rock City proved the perfect canvas...

Gig review: Cody Pennington at Rock City

Fri 11 Sep 2026

Cody Pennington brought the Nashville spirit to Nottingham turning Rock City into Cowboy City, for one night at least. Rich Morris braved the sea of cowboy hats and boots to experience the independent artist's music and spirit for himself...

From the Kitchen: With Bryan Henesey, owner at Breadmill Bakery

Sat 29 Aug 2026

Bryan Henesey owns Sneinton Market Avenues' award winning Breadmill Bakery. For this month's instalment of From The Kitchen we chat to him...

Truth or Legend: the case of England's city of football

Thu 13 Aug 2026

Now the World Cup is out of the way, our resident weird history investigator Matthew Blaney takes a look at Nottingham's football history...

Locating Lawrence: August 1926

Wed 12 Aug 2026

Grouse shooting is ‘an event for those that shoot, and a still bigger one for those that get shot’... Here's what DH Lawrence was up to 100 years ago this month.

From Pinot to Americano: ØKENDE’s new city centre location

Tue 11 Aug 2026

West Bridgford born coffee shop and bakery ØKENDE is known for its cool, minimalist design and elegant pastries. Last month, this popular independent opened a second store on Broad Street, introducing a new day-to-night spot in Hockley.

Nottingham City of Literature's Big City Reads: meeting four authors involved

Fri 07 Aug 2026

The Big City Reads campaign continues until 12 August to provide free books to young people across the city. With a mix of very different stories covering this year’s theme of identity, we asked four young writers to interview some of the selected authors about their work...

Nottingham's first citywide Citizens' Assembly creates bold plan for environment

Mon 03 Aug 2026

Nottingham’s aim to reach Carbon Neutrality by 2028 (CN28) sounds like a tall order, but a new manifesto from the Nottingham Environment & Climate Assembly (NCA) might just bring it closer by connecting the public, the City Council, and local businesses.

Locating Lawrence: July 1926

Wed 29 Jul 2026

The hot weather is affecting Lawrence’s ability to write, but he has the energy for sword-dancing…

Big City Reads - Young Adult Book Reviews

Mon 20 Jul 2026

The Nottingham City of Literature free book giveaway campaign (29 June -12 August) features five compelling Young Adult titles, selected by young people, for young people…

Book reviews: Nottingham City of Literature's Big City Reads giveaway 2026

Wed 17 Jun 2026

Big City Reads is a free book giveaway campaign run by Nottingham UNESCO City of Literature to encourage reading for pleasure among young people in Notts. Returning for its fourth year, they’ll be giving away 2250 books this summer. Here, members of Nottingham City of Literature’s Youth Selection Panel have reviewed some of their favourites from the shortlist.

Locating Lawrence: June 1926

Sun 14 Jun 2026

"I am always glad when one can go about with light clothes on, and feet in sandals, and not bother about anything."

Free entry to Rock City and Nottingham painted red: Here's what's on this week 8-14 June

Sun 07 Jun 2026

Live music, free exhibitions and artistic workshops, here's what's happening in Nottingham this week.

Gig review: Sugar at Rock City

Thu 04 Jun 2026

A three-decade hiatus seemed to dissolve into sweet nothing as Sugar claimed the Rock City stage once again. Bob Mould, Malcolm Travis and David Barbe presenting something much more than a nostalgia trip, adding energy, humour and volume into the mix...

Locating Lawrence: May 1924

Fri 29 May 2026

The Great Strike and rise of fascism threaten to unsettle Lawrence’s Tuscan calm...

Gig review: DMA's at Rock City

Sat 23 May 2026

Australian rock band DMA's have become a core part of musical memories for so many people. With music spanning a decade-and-a-half, their tours have become pilgrimages for their loyal fans worldwide. Their return to Nottingham was, of course, centred on Rock City...

Gig review: The Wonder Stuff at Rock City (again!)

Mon 18 May 2026

Four decades on from their small Stourbridge beginnings, The Wonder Stuff are still here playing live at one of their favourite venues. Tonight they are celebrating their 40th anniversary. But this isn’t just a nostalgia act: loss, line-up changes, hiatuses and everything else that you can throw at a band have taken their toll over the years, but their fans have remained loyal and they’re packing out Rock City tonight.

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