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Poetry, Light Displays, and The History of Electronic Music Here's What's On This Week in Nottingham: 15 - 21 April 2024

There's plenty to keep you entertained this week in Nottingham, from futuristic light displays in the sky to reflective poetry and the history of electronic music. Here's our top picks of what to get up to....

Back with a Boom: The Return of Nottingham Artists amillionsons

When it comes to talent spotting, Pete Tong isn’t often wrong – and amillionsons, an act he first picked out years ago, is back on the scene with a very special release. We caught up with the Nottingham-based artists on Misti Blu Two, featuring vocals from legendary soul siblings Taka Boom, Chaka Khan and Mark Stevens.

A Fashion Revolution is Coming Next Week! We Discovered How To Get Involved

In celebration of the 10th annual Fashion Revolution Week, a national campaign of fashion activism which takes place this year from 15 - 24 April, we delve into how Notts locals can do their bit to support the cause right here in our city.

Nottingham Rapper Juga-Naut Talks About New Album Bem II

Humour, truth and growth are some of the ingredients to Bem II, the brand new self-produced album from Nottingham rapper Juga-Naut. We asked him to give us a taste of how he blends lyrics, meaning, production, collaboration and visuals to make such a record.

Nottingham Residents Invited to Take Part in World-First Citizen Assembly Initiative at New Art Exchange

New Art Exchange (NAE) is setting a global precedent for community-led arts delivery with the launch of the VOICE Assembly, a permanent citizen assembly to be included within the diverse arts organisation's leadership structure. The initiative invites forty local residents to represent the wider community and directly shape NAE’s neighbourhood strategy and investments. NAE is developing a blueprint for cultural institutions worldwide, championing citizen-led decision-making in arts and culture.

Jude Forsey Tells Us All About His New Single ‘It’s all a waste'

We sit down for a chat with 16-year-old Wollaton-based musician Jude Forsey, who tells us all about his song-writing process, studying at Confetti, his musical influences, his acting work, and the support he has received from Dean Jackson and BBC Introducing...

Our April Cover Artist Rebecca Evans Talks About Her Inspirations and Process

The Thompsons on Warhammer, Inspirational Women and Upcoming Gigs

Nottingham's most opinionated grocers on...

LeftLion issue #170 April 2024

April's edition of LeftLion features interviews with Notts musicians Holly Humberstone, Juga-Naut and Express Office  Portico, Luminarium creators Architects of Air, trentbarton buses and Zippy Puppeteer Ronnie Le Drew. We also take a look back at the Hillsborough disaster 35 years on and hear from a Palestinian in Nottingham about the right to freedom of movement. Plus, find your usual helpings of Nottingham art, literature, film, food and culture.

We sat down with Charlotte Thomson-Morley to ask about her ideas, inspiration and other work.

Our wonderful cover art this month is by Charlotte Thomson-Morley, a South Notts illustrator and printmaker who makes work based around folklore and Paganism. We sat down with Charlotte to ask about her ideas, inspiration and other work.

Comedy, Theatre, Ice-skating and Music: Here's What's on in Nottingham 25 - 31 March 2024

The Easter Bank Holiday awaits! Whether you're a theatre enthusiast, comedy lover, or simply looking for family-friendly activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Lenton gallery Primary hosts Sonya Dyer’s speculative installation The Ready Room

Reclaiming the neglected stories of Black women in science and mythology, Lenton gallery Primary hosts Sonya Dyer’s speculative installation where hard science meets science fiction and the artist reimagines an alternative journey for immortal HeLa cells beyond the laboratory’s confines…

Gig Review: Indira May and Saffron at Jamcafé

Performing their multi instrumental collaborative EP ‘Disconnected’ Artists Indira May and Saffron sell out Jamcafe and host a groovy, lively Wednesday Night. 

Classical Concert: Wild Isles from the BBC Concert Orchestra

Kevin Stanley and Rachel Imms enjoyed the sights and sounds of nature at the Royal Concert Hall…

Hop Idol: Nottingham's Home Beer Brewing Contest Returns

Nottingham-based beer event team, Let’s Beer, is working with Brew Day home brew supplies on Hop Idol 2024, Nottingham’s annual home brewing competition.

Theatre Review: DARKFIELD's Immersive Arcade Experience at Lakeside Arts

ARCADE is the latest immersive theatre experience from DARKFIELD, a choose-your-own-path experience full of binaural sounds and sensory effects in a completely pitch-black shipping container. We went down to Lakeside Arts and gave it our best go. 

We Spoke to Artist Martin Rayment about Whipping Imagined Worlds Onto Canvas

Within intricately layered large-scale collages, Martin Rayment whips imagined worlds onto canvas. We sat down to chat with Martin about his creative process, merging music and art, and staying curious as an artist.

Ice Hockey Heroes to Dear England at the National Theatre: Here's What's On This Week beginning 11 - 18 March

Kicking off this week we have a spicy ice-hockey fixture between Nottingham Panthers and Fife Flyers. Following this make sure to see fan favourites Yard Act raise the roof at Rock City, England's manager scores his own show down at the National Theatre and artists unleashing their creativity in both the National Justice Museum and the New Art Exchange.

Sheriff of Nottingham Shuguftah Quddoos on the Nottingham cuts and her suspension from the Labour Party

Following on from famous film depictions by the likes of Alan Rickman and Matthew MacFadyen, Shuguftah Quddoos is the current Sheriff of Nottingham, a role which stretches back to the Norman conquest. We caught up with her on what has been quite a week on the council…

Nottingham Her-story: Our Top Women From Notts

Our fair city has been home to some spectacular women in its time, from comedians and performers to activists and artists. To celebrate International Women's Day we thought we’d round up some of the fabulous ladies who have made us proud and continue to inspire…

Artist Di Ali-Arab Reclaims Feminine Sexuality Via Cheeky Images With Powerful Messaging

With Friday 8 March marking International Women’s Day, what better way to highlight its importance than spending time with self-proclaimed feminist, artist Di Ali-Arab. The 25-year-old is spreading a message; to turn the archetypal objectification of women on its head, and replacing it with empowering graphics of the female form. LeftLion HQ joined her in RSP Studios, where her work is currently being displayed and sold.

We Spoke to Sonia Hawkes of Sisters of Sound Ahead of their International Women's Day Set

Sonia Hawkes has been spinning records under the name Stiff Kittens for many years, playing at places like The Angel, The Bodega and Malt Cross. Now she’s joined forces with a host of other female DJs to create the Sisters of Sound collective. We caught up with Sonia ahead of the SoS International Women’s Day event to talk about life on the other side of the decks, buying vinyl, and how she organises her huge record collection.

LeftLion Issue #169 March 2024

Featuring interviews with Yard Act, Martin Rayment, Rob Green and Sonia Hawkes of Sisters of Sound. We also hear about life on a longboat, a local tree planting scheme Canopy 2050, and present a roundup of Nottingham ladies who have done good in celebration of International Women's Day.

We Interviewed the Snuts Ahead of Their Rough Trade Show

We had the chance recently to have a lovely chat with the even lovelier Callum Wilson from Scottish indie band The Snuts to talk all things millennials, tours and being a happy artist...

Interview: Ray Bradshaw

With the Doppelginger tour coming to Nottingham in March, Ian C Douglas sat down with Ray Bradshaw to learn more about this red-letter day...