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We Sat Down With Effy Owner Mitch Farr to Discuss the Aesthetics, Ethos and Essence Behind Good Coffee and Good Business
Tue 07 Nov 2023Nottingham certainly has a comprehensive selection of coffee shops to choose from, but without a doubt it is the independents that each bring their own individual flavour to the industry. After moving to a new premises in Hockley, we sat down with Effy owner Mitch Farr to discuss the aesthetics, ethos and essence behind good coffee and good business…
Art, Poetry, Music, and the Being Human Festival: Here’s What’s on in Nottingham This Week 6 - 12 November
Sun 05 Nov 2023Head down to the Being Human Festival, and enjoy some art, poetry or music in between...
Music Review: Chiaroscuro Quartet at Djanogly Recital Hall
Tue 31 Oct 2023Dubbed 'a trailblazer for the authentic performance of High Classical chamber music’ in Gramophone, this quartet performs on gut strings and with historical bows. For their inaugural concert at Lakeside they are joined by Matthew Hunt performing Mozart’s much-loved Clarinet Quintet, one of the great works of the chamber repertory...
Music Review: Leonkoro Quartet at Lakeside Arts
Thu 19 Oct 2023Formed as recently as 2019 in Berlin by the Schwarz brothers. The Quartet are: Jonathan on first Violin and Lukas on Cello. They are joined by Amelie Wallner on second violin and Mayu Konoe on Viola. In their time together they have won numerous awards - among them, first place in the Wigmore Hall International String quartet competition. Shortly thereafter, the quartet became BBC Radio 3 New generation artists. Last night, they took over Lakeside Arts for a magical evening of music...
Festivals of Music, Art and Film, plus Halloween Season Kicks Off: Here's What's In Nottingham 16 - 22 October
Sun 15 Oct 2023Dance at Hockley Hustle, hear the stories of the Windrush generation, hobnob with artists or get a taste for the city's dark history this week in Nottingham.
Down to the Bare Bones: An interview with Mayhem Film Festival
Thu 12 Oct 2023October is in full swing, so that can only mean one thing for Nottingham’s film fanatics: Mayhem! Founded in 2005, Mayhem Film Festival commences on 12 October, and brings you four days of some of the best contemporary horror in the game. LeftLion HQ caught up with the organisers: Steven Shiel, Chris Cooke, and Film Programmer Melissa Gueneau ahead of the festival...
Peter Pan Goes Wrong, Live Music, A Beer And Cider Festival, And A Spooky Writing Workshop. Here's What’s On 9 October – 15 October…
Sun 08 Oct 2023Get into the spirit of Halloween early with some spooky writing, enjoy some beer or cider (responsibly) in the name of Notts legend Robin Hood, or go and see a variety of live music...
Biggest Ever Hockley Hustle Will Be An Inspiring Showcase of Nottingham’s Music Scene
Tue 03 Oct 2023Vicky McClure’s Our Dementia Choir and the UFO Orchestra are just two of the 350 stellar acts lined up to deliver a fantastic showcase of Nottingham’s thriving music scene at the biggest ever Hockley Hustle on Sunday 22 October...
Tastemaker Dean Jackson Tells Us How He Identifies Nottingham’s Most Talented Musicians
Mon 25 Sep 2023Whether you’ve heard his voice on BBC radio, or seen his friendly face announcing who’s coming on stage next at a festival, Dean Jackson is one of the most important figures in Nottingham when it comes to the music industry. He tells us all about the origins of his career, the artists he’s been loving recently, and what the future holds for the local music scene…
We Talk to Musician Jerub About Finding His Sound at the University of Nottingham and Performing at the King’s Coronation Concert
Sun 24 Sep 2023From finding his sound at the University of Nottingham to performing at the King’s Coronation Concert earlier this year, Jerub’s meteoric rise has been nothing short of incredible. The talented and soulful Nottingham musician tells us how his experiences at university shaped him into who he is today…
Music Reviews: September 2023
Wed 20 Sep 2023This month, we review the music of Seas of Mirth, Melonyx, Dan Ottewell, Office Goth, and Fat Digester...
We Catch Up With Artistic Director Saad Eddine Said as New Art Exchange Turns 15 Years Old
Mon 11 Sep 2023With a sleek, black facade that sets it apart from the predominantly red brick cityscape of the locality, New Art Exchange, (NAE) which stands as a local (and national) landmark at the heart of Hyson Green, is celebrating their 15th birthday. Saad Eddine Said, artistic director and CEO at the NAE speaks about how the institution has emerged as a centre that celebrates the diversity of artistic expression and creativity rooted in South-Asian, African and Caribbean traditions.
Cultural Festivals, Music Gigs and Going Back to Nature, Here’s What’s on in Nottingham This Week: 4 - 10 September
Sun 03 Sep 2023This week you could be at a psychedelic party, having spicy South-Asian food or planting a sapling. Here is a list of our hot picks for the week…
Theatre Review: Heathers The Musical at Theatre Royal
Wed 30 Aug 2023Heathers the Musical has gained something of a cult following since its debut Off-Broadway in 2014, moving to the UK’s West End in 2018. It’s easy to see why - colour-coded queen bee bullies, a brooding bad boy and a musical number called My Dead Gay Son that manages to be both vibrant and dark at the same time...
From Art Shows, Music Gigs And Grand Productions, Here’s What’s On In Nottingham This Week: 28 August - 3 September
Sun 27 Aug 2023This week is going to be a busy one for all the art buffs, music fans, theatre enthusiasts and film lovers…
Outdoor Cinema, Beer and Music Festivals, and Singles Night - Here’s What’s On In Nottingham This Week: 21 - 28 August
Sun 20 Aug 2023This week, you can drink some beer, listen to some live music, watch a film, or find your perfect love match...
Music Review: Ensemble M Candlelight Concert at National Justice Museum
Tue 15 Aug 2023We have something very different to bring to you today, as we headed off to the National Justice Museum...
We Talk To Nottingham-Based Promotors Bushdoctor About The Evolution Of Jungle Music
Mon 14 Aug 2023We chat to Nottingham-based promotors Bushdoctor about regional politics in and beyond music, the evolution of jungle as a genre – and why they’re celebrating 29 years since their launch with a very special event on 16 September featuring artistic heavyweights Fabio & Grooverider alongside Nicky Blackmarket, Navigator, MC Spyder, DJ SS and more…
In Photos: Mangata Festival 2023
Tue 08 Aug 2023If you're a metal fan, Mangata is the place to go...
Festival Review: Mangata 2023
Tue 08 Aug 2023Mangata Festival made a triumphant return to Nottingham in July, bringing three stages of thrilling rock and metal to the masses...
From Morrissey to The Coffee Shop Musical, Here's What's On in Nottingham This Week 3 July - 9 July
Sun 02 Jul 2023Looking for things to do in Nottingham this week? Then look no further…
Music Review: The Hallé's Drivetime concert
Sat 24 Jun 2023Ian C Douglas reviews the Hallé's Drivetime concert at the Royal Concert Hall
Meet Jayahadadream, Nottingham’s Hip Hop Sensation Set to Take the Music Industry by Storm
Sat 03 Jun 2023Raised in Cambridge with Jamaican and Irish heritage, Jayahadadream moved to Nottingham in 2018 to study at university. Since then, her time has been split between the two locations, and we were lucky enough to catch her for a chat in our LeftLion offices while she was visiting our city for the weekend…
Binks Yard Sessions Provide Real Hope to Musicians in Nottingham With a Unique Deal
Fri 26 May 2023Ben Hicklin is the Head of Events at Nottingham canal side bar, restaurant and entertainment venue Binks Yard, and he kindly took time out to answer questions about the Binks Yard Sessions…
Interview: Abi Moore on New Album ‘No More Chasing’ and Putting Down Roots in Nottingham
Mon 22 May 2023On Saturday 27 May, singer-songwriter Abi Moore celebrates the launch of her new album with a full band show at The Chapel. Phil Taylor spoke with her and found out why she made Nottingham home, how the album came about, and what she hopes the show will achieve...
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