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Survivor's Guilt and Hidden Trauma: the Hillsborough Disaster 35 Years On

On April 15 1989, during an FA Cup tie between Nottingham Forest and Liverpool FC 766 people were injured at Hillsborough and a further 97 died as a result of overcrowding in one of the stands. We  delve into the depths of the fallout of this tragedy, exploring the hidden trauma and survivor's guilt present within many of the two clubs fanbases. 

Trigger warning: Mentions of suicide and violence

We Speak to World Music Event Producer Rastarella as Her Signature Event Cultural Vibrations Turns Fifteen Years Old

Born in Trinidad, Rastarella is a world music event producer, an empowerment speaker and hosts on Nottingham’s number one urban radio station, 97.5 Kemet FM. She is also a mother of three daughters, a SEN mother, and married. If you ever get to meet Rastarella, you will never forget it. Launching her signature event Cultural Vibrations in 2009 at Hockley Hustle and founding the Nottingham Global Roots Festival in 2015, 2024 marks her fifteenth year in business. It's a massive milestone as a grassroots promoter who is consistently showcasing music from around the world at numerous venues, events and festivals. This is Rastarella, interviewed by Parisa East of Acoustickle…

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…

We Speak to Festival Booker Joe Patten Ahead of This Year’s Beat the Streets

Tomorrow, Beat the Streets Festival will return to the streets of Nottingham. We spoke to festival booker Joe Patten to gain his perspective on the festival’s continued success since 2018...

Preview: American Poets at Five Leaves Bookshop

As some of the USA's best poetic minds come to perform in Notts, we learn about what we can look forward to...

Kicking Off the New Year in Notts - Theatre, Music and Meeting New People: Here’s What’s on in Notts 8 - 14 January

If it's your resolution to get out more in 2024, kick off your year with some theatre, cabaret and social events to meet new people in Notts this week...

Concert Review: Sinfonia Viva's New Year Gala at the Royal Concert Hall

Kevin Stanley sees in the New Year with Sinfonia Viva at the Royal Concert Hall...

Celebrate New Year's Eve 2023 in Notts with Cocktails, Classical, Soul, Drum & Bass, Indie and Family Friendly Events

Whatever your musical taste, if you want to hit the streets this New Year's Eve, there's an event for you in Nottingham...

Music to Our Ears: We Look Back at a Record-Breaking Year for Nottingham’s Award Winning DHP Family

We caught up with our friends at DHP Family for their reflections on a milestone year for the live music company which brings hundreds of top tier artists to Nottingham, as well as giving a platform to our finest homegrown talent...

Nottingham Forest Sack Steve Cooper After More Than Two Years in Charge

It's a sad day for Nottingham Forest fans, as it is announced that manager Steve Cooper is gone for good...

Nottingham's Mary Earps Crowned Sports Personality of the Year 2023

England goalkeeper and Nottingham's very own Mary Earps won the 2023 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award tonight...

The Best Places to Catch Festive Favourites and Classic Films in Nottingham This Christmas and New Year

From Die Hard to Home Alone, Notts cinemas have got you covered...

Victoria Centre’s Emett Clock Turns 50 This Year

Between the Market Square lions, Anish Kapoor’s Sky Mirror at Nottingham Playhouse and Les Johnson’s Brian Clough statue, Nottingham has its fair share of iconic public art pieces, but none perhaps more fantastical than Victoria Centre’s Emett Clock, which turns fifty this year.

Meet Ignite, the Organisation Who Have Been Unleashing Creative Sparks for 20 Years

Everyone has a creative spark that simply needs unleashing, and that’s where Ignite! come in. Along with organising the Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity, this Nottingham-based charity has been supporting young people to achieve their potential for twenty years. We spoke to the founder of it all, Rick Hall, for a ‘potted history’ of Ignite!, the lowdown on their unique Nottingham festival, and his outlook on creativity in our city…

We Speak to the Founder of Five Leaves Bookshop as It Celebrates Its 10th Birthday

Tucked away in Swann’s Yard behind Primark, Five Leaves Bookshop has become a vital fixture in Nottingham’s literary scene, winning the British Book Awards’ Independent Bookshop of the Year in 2018. As it celebrates its tenth birthday, we had a chat with Five Leaves’ Scottish founder and manager, Ross Bradshaw...

We Chat to the Owners of the Tokenhouse as the Shop Turns 50 Years Old

Situated on St Peter’s Gate, The Tokenhouse is one of Nottingham’s hidden gems, selling everything from toys, jelly cats, pottery, mugs, jewellery, books, and greeting cards. Since becoming an established retail outlet in 1973, Geoff, Dizz, and their daughter Holly are celebrating The Tokenhouse’s fifty year anniversary.

After 30 Years as a Tour Guide, Ezekial Bone Tells Us What Robin Hood Means Today

In a city steeped in legend and lore, where history and myth intertwine seamlessly, the story of our rebel outlaw Robin Hood remains strong after hundreds of years. Tour guide Ezekial Bone, a.k.a. Ade Andrews, has spent thirty years developing his craft, bringing legend (and truth) to the modern city. We had a chat to discover his thoughts on what the myth means today and what’s next in Nottingham’s story…

We Catch Up With Artistic Director Saad Eddine Said as New Art Exchange Turns 15 Years Old

With 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. 

Learn More About Independent Film Club Jackie Treehorn Productions

Since December 2021, two brothers - Charlie and George Alexander - have been running Jackie Treehorn Productions, an independent film club showcasing a large variety of films throughout Nottingham. Inspired by other local independent programmers such as Kino Klubb, they use cinematic programming as a way of sharing films they love with more people (with the benefit of also being able to see those films on the big screen themselves).

We Catch Up With BEKA, the Nottingham Artist Performing at This Year’s Hundred

The Hundred, a relatively new innovation in the world of professional cricket, takes place this August including several games at our very own Trent Bridge. As well as eight men’s and eight women’s teams competing for titles, The Hundred also features live music and DJ’s each day. We spoke to music artist BEKA who will be performing at the event...

Beat the Streets Raised £89,500 for Framework This Year

Vital funds raised by DHP Family's charity festival Beat the Streets in 2023 have been handed over to Framework to support its work helping the homeless population in Nottingham...

3 of the Best Events to Check Out at This Year’s Nottingham Poetry Festival

It's that time of year again: The city's finest celebration of poetry is back. Here are three events from the Festival that you'd be mad to miss...

Wild Clothing Celebrate 40 Years In Hockley

Nottingham vintage fashion shop Wild Clothing is celebrating its Ruby Anniversary this month. We speak to owner Shaun Hoolan about second hand clothing, their vinyl basement and that time Tarantino peered through the window...

We Chat With Journalist Gary Younge Before His Visit to Nottingham's Squire Performing Arts Centre

Journalist, author, sociology lecturer and former Editor-at-Large at The Guardian, Gary Younge is heading to our city in March to discuss his sixth book. Ahead of his visit, we sit down with him to delve deeper into his fascinating career…

We Celebrate Rescue Rooms on Their Twenty Year Anniversary

Sure, it’s not the biggest - but few would argue that Rescue Rooms isn’t one of the best spots for catching live music in our city. Welcoming everyone from Dua Lipa to Jake Bugg over the years, it’s helped to launch the careers of tons of our country’s - and our county’s - greatest artists for two decades. To celebrate its twentieth birthday, we take a look at one of Nottingham’s most valuable venues…