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We talk to Boston Manor about chart success and Nottingham memories

Mon 16 Sep 2024

Experienced Blackpool-based rockers Boston Manor have recently released their fifth album, but success still brings them joy and surprise. We spoke with vocalist Henry Cox as the band waited for news of Sundiver's chart position, and prepared to lift the roof off Rock City...

Legendary and local music, art and 2000s telly at the theatre: Here's what's on this week in Notts 16-23 September

Sun 15 Sep 2024

This week in Notts! Check out live music, from the legendary to the local, enjoy some art, or have a bloody good time at the theatre.

25 years ago, four friends from Champaign, Illinois formed a band, made a record together and then headed off to college - not once thinking of the potential impact of their music. Little did they know that album would go on to become a seminal masterpiece, one that would inspire a whole genre, as well as a new generation of artists and legions of fans all around the globe. Now travelling the world in 2024 celebrating that album’s quarter century, American Football stopped by Rock City to play their iconic LP1 in full…

LeftLion's Latest Listens #5: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 13 Sep 2024

This week's edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands, features new releases from Bloodworm, Otala, Marseille and #NAME?...

Gig review: Molly Payton at The Bodega

Wed 11 Sep 2024

Molly Payton has taken back the driver’s seat after a tumultuous period in her career: finding herself completely independent for the first time, navigating the limbo of being between managers and labels, and emerging more determined than ever. Following the release of her debut album YOYOTTA, she is revelling in how fun making music can be, while performing her new songs around the UK with her full band. We were lucky enough to catch her performance at The Bodega in Nottingham, alongside daydream indie-pop artist tinyumbrellas...

Our September cover artist D.A Orli talks 3D art, consumerism and the ownership of history

Tue 10 Sep 2024

We sat down with this month’s cover artist D.A. Orli to hear about some of his previous work and inspirations…

Review: Proms Nottingham-Music of Sherwood Forest

Mon 09 Sep 2024

The BBC orchestra visits Nottingham for a first for the world-famous Proms.

Gig review: The Hoplites and friends at Metronome

Mon 09 Sep 2024

Brand-new Nottingham ska group The Hoplites have already impressed listeners with their blend of original tunes and stomping rhythms, and as they took to the stage for the first time at Metronome, they proved that their live sound is also something very special...

LeftLion's Latest Listens #4: Notts music we're currently spinning

Fri 06 Sep 2024

In this week's edition of LeftLion's Latest Listens, our music team's picks of the latest and greatest sounds from all around Nottingham and the Midlands, we review new releases from Dark Bloom, ktlyle and Alex Blythe...

GrowNotts talk to us about greening up Nottingham with their colourful street planters

Fri 06 Sep 2024

You may have seen some of the planters dotted around town looking extra loved up lately - a dash of colour around Canning Circus, Bridlesmith Gate becoming an altogether more pollinator-friendly aisle to walk down. A lot of this greening action can be traced back to GrowNotts. Angelena Efstathiou caught up with grower-in-chief Jack Harris, to hear all about how they’re greening up our city whilst bringing the community with them…

Gig review: A golden era of dance music with Haçienda at Wollaton Hall

Thu 05 Sep 2024

Haçienda, the iconic music brand that has captivated audiences for over three decades, made history once again amid the beauty and heritage of Nottingham's Wollaton Hall. Headlined by Soul II Soul with DJs galore, and other big name acts including 808 State and Ultra Naté, the event proved to be an eye-opener...

Alt-rock quartet Bored Marsh talk festivals, finding success and their upcoming EP

Wed 04 Sep 2024

In just a few short years, alt-rock quartet Bored Marsh have gone from non-existent to becoming one of the hottest bands to emerge from the booming Nottingham music scene. Now with the release of their debut EP on the horizon, we sat down with frontman Joe Need and guitarist Brad Westby to discuss their rapid rise.

Gig review: Melt-Banana with Arch Femmesis at Rescue Rooms

Tue 03 Sep 2024

Japanese noise rock band Melt-Banana are known for speed, energy and experimentation. Dropping in for a whirlwind gig as part of hurricane of a world tour, they subjected Rescue Rooms to a dose of that legendary power...

Gig review: Lime Cordiale at Rescue Rooms

Tue 03 Sep 2024

Adding a splash or two of Lime Cordiale to your playlist is guaranteed to make your day a little sweeter! One of Australia’s biggest and busiest bands performed to a sold-out Nottingham Rescue Rooms crowd, and we couldn’t wait to have a taste...

Artist Maximillion Speed talks about Surrealism and his collaborative art exhibition Circus of Life

Tue 03 Sep 2024

The circus is coming to town later this month, with an array of artistic feats on display in a new exhibition at Surface Gallery. Showcasing the work of six very different artists, The Circus of Life playfully reveals both inner and other worlds, with shared themes of mental health, healing, playfulness and illusion. Ahead of the exhibition’s grand opening, artist Maximilion Speed treated LeftLion to a chat about the strange workings of creative thinking, why art should be made by humans, and what to expect from the work on show.

Review: Live at the Hall featuring Razorlight

Mon 02 Sep 2024

Live at the Hall provided a day of fantastic live music in the beautiful setting of Nottingham's Wollaton Park. With the event headlined by Razorlight, we were also treated to guest performances from indie-rock stars Feeder and The Sherlocks, as well as local artists including Catmilk...