UB40: at First Direct Bank Arena on 13 June
UB40 were the soundtrack of my childhood. Both my parents were born in Birmingham to immigrant families in the 1970s, growing up during the era that UB40 were forming and becoming and integral part of the City’s musical identity. Their music reminds me of the multicultural City, and seeing them live felt like a celebration […]
Live at Leeds in The Park 2024: Part 4 – DIY Stage – Good Neighbours and Caity Baser
Good Neighbours Some technical issues resulted in a delayed start, but Good Neighbours made up for it and played some new releases, which had never been heard before. The crowd were even taught the lyrics to the songs and encouraged to interact and dance along. Not only was it a nice touch, as it allowed […]
Live at Leeds in The Park: 25 May 2024 – Part Two
There’s nothing like a good old festival to kickstart your way into summer. Shania shares her perspective – includes Lucia and the Best Boys and Overpass. With a number of different festivals happening around the UK this weekend, Live at Leeds in the Park was not one to disappoint. On my drive into the park, […]
Brooke Combe and Ellur at The Brudenell Social Club on 2 February
I arrived to a large crowd that had been drawn in by a familiar face – Friday night’s support act from my hometown Halifax, Ellur, who did exactly what she came to do – she got the crowd warmed up and ready for the phenomenal performance Brooke Combe was about to give us. Ellur brought […]
