Digbeth Oktoberfest is back for 2024! Birmingham’s oldest pub hosts the eighth year of Oktoberfest celebrations.
The Old Crown will be hosting this year’s Oktoberfest celebrations in Digbeth! On Saturday 11th & 18th October, they’ll be celebrating the event’s eighth year with live… Read more »
Global entertainers Blue Man Group head to Birmingham next week
In just one month’s time, the sensational Blue Man Group will return to the UK, bringing their critically acclaimed Bluevolution World Tour to venues throughout the country… Read more »
NIK KERSHAW announces Autumn – October 2024 UK Tour coming to WOLVERHAMPTON – The Wulfrun Halls on Friday 11th October!
The small but perfectly formed Nik Kershaw and his fabulous band have announced ‘The 1984 Tour’ coming to cities this October 2024. Nik Kershaw – The 1984… Read more »
Drum & Bass icon Ray Keith & The Renegade LIVE band to reimagine 30 years of rave anthems at XOYO Birmingham
The Drum & Bass icon along with his band, The Renegade, will perform rave anthems as never heard before, with the help of special guests Ragga Twins… Read more »
The Madchester Experience at Actress & Bishop 13th Sept
A reincarnation of the MADCHESTER era bringing the Pills & Thrills to you… The Madchester Experience recreate the iconic sounds of BRIT bands such as THE STONE… Read more »
The Lost Notes – New Album release: 20.9.24.
What an exciting few months we’ve had – an amazing festival season including a wonderful weekend performing at the fabulous Shrewsbury Folk Festival! Goose bumps after that one…. Read more »
Paperback Theatre and Little but LIVE! in Moseley Park 21-22 September
Little but LIVE! in Moseley Park returns for its fifth edition for a celebration of creativity, community and the very best that Birmingham’s artists have to offer…. Read more »
UB40 feat Ali Campbell announce Up Close & Personal London and Wolverhampton shows for December 2024
REGGAE ICONS ANNOUNCE TWO UK SHOWS FOR DECEMBER 2024 3rd DECEMBER – LONDON EVENTIM APOLLO 5th DECEMBER – WOLVERHAMPTON CIVIC HALL TICKETS:Pre-Sale – Wednesday 11th September, 10amVenue… Read more »
The Black Country Cowboy plucked from obscurity now reaching international audiences at the age of 80
– Singer-songwriter Pete Boddis, from the English Midlands, is the star of an internationally acclaimed film despite never having achieved commercial success until his eighth decade –… Read more »
John Cale announces POPtical Illusion UK Tour for March 2025
Tickets On-Sale: Thursday 12th September, 10am at Ticketmaster.co.uk The iconic John Cale has announced a UK tour for March 2025, following the release of his most recent album,… Read more »
Birmingham has what may be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to invest in its independent live music ecosystem
“New data released this week by LIVE, the federation representing Britain’s live music industry, has revealed that concerts and festivals across the country contributed a record £6.1billion to the UK’s… Read more »
British music icons The Manfreds announce major 30 date ‘Maximum Rhythm and Blues’ UK tour for Autumn 2025
British music icons The Manfreds to bring their celebrated Maximum Rhythm N Blues Show across the UK in Autumn 2025 with major 30 date tour Tickets on-sale… Read more »
Rolling Stones Now and Then in King’s Heath
Rolling Stones Fans are being invited to Spend The Night Together on Saturday 5 October to commemorate the 61st Anniversary of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll band… Read more »
Bella Hardy 2024 UK Tour playing Kitchen Garden Cafe Birmingham Thursday 28 November
Bella Hardy, the inimitable voice of modern folk, is set to embark on a highly anticipated UK tour. Hardy a previous winner of the BBC Radio 2… Read more »
Lewis Barfoot UK Solo Tour 7th-22nd November 2024
Contemporary folk artist and singer-songwriter Lewis Barfoot returns to the UK for an 11 date solo tour opening at the illustrious Green Note in London on 7th… Read more »
7th November, Bare Jams “Genre Mashing Collective” at The Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham
Bio:Bare Jams are a six-piece band that effortlessly combines feel-good, summer vibe pop with soul, funk, jazz, rock, and a myriad of other elements. Frequently found on… Read more »
Paul Carrack 50 Years of ‘How Long’
Ahead of his tour that kicks off this week, Paul Carrack is available for interviews. The tour comes at a time when his album, How Long – Has… Read more »
SOLAR EYES PREPARE FOR LIFT-OFF WITH NEW VIDEO FOR DEEP TRIP AHEAD OF IMMINENT UK GIGS
Shaded with the technicolour LCD-infused daydreamings of early Pink Floyd, and streaked with the sonic chem trails of shoegaze trailblazers like Spacemen 3, “Deep Trip” is the… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – September 2024!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this September 2024. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic music Brum has… Read more »
Upskill Your Team at Every Level With Government Funded Training
An Evening of 60s ClassicsPerformed Live by the Sounds Of The 60s All-Star Band and Singers Tickets on-sale 9th September, 10am at ticketmaster.co.uk Canterbury on-sale soon One of… Read more »
Dexys & CMAT hit the right note at Moseley Folk 2024 + 2025 headliner announcement
Kevin Rowland’s triumphant return to Birmingham and Irish star CMAT among the many highlights of 2024’s Moseley Folk & Arts FestivalPlus 2025 dates and first headliner announced:… Read more »
Kathy Brown Diva & Guests Early Bird Tickets
Hey People!!! Get Your ‘Singles’ now at the Cheaper price of £12.50 +booking fee for singularly purchased Tickets, goes up slightly after Midnight, but with other concessions,… Read more »
THE SHARON SHANNON BIG BAND A TRIBUTE TO SHANE MacGOWAN BIRMINGHAM DECEMBER DATE
This December – THE SHARON SHANNON BIG BAND – are pleased to present a special tribute to the seminal works of Shane MacGowan. Featuring A-list special guests… Read more »
Kathy Brown & Guests… Raising Funds for Macmillan Cancer Support 22nd September 2024!
Raising Funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, KATHY BROWN DIVA & Guests Birmingham 22.09.24 Just a gentle reminder as one of the sponsors, that in 4 weeks Online… Read more »
In UK cinemas on 11th October for one night only | Experience Heavy metal legends SABATON electrifying concert film
Heavy Metal legends SABATON will premiere a one of a kind concert film, recorded on their 2023 tour ‘The Tour To End All Tours’, on 11th October… Read more »
21st Oct. Gilbert O’Sullivan Promoting His New Album “Songbook” at Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham
One of the most revered singer-songwriters of his generation records pared down versions of 12 songs from his outstanding catalogue Includes the first ever re-recording of his… Read more »
ONE WEEK TILL MOSELEY FOLK: Belle & Seb’, Dexys, Levellers + more
It’s just one week until Birmingham’s Moseley Folk and Arts Festival (Friday 30 August to Sunday 1 September 2024). Headlining this year are Levellers, Irish Americans Flogging Molly and troubadour Beans… Read more »
PARALYMPICS GB HOMECOMING – UTILITA ARENA BIRMINGHAM – 12TH SEPTEMBER 2024
Aitch, Caity Baser, Jonas Blue and Sugababes have been announced to perform at The National Lottery’s ParalympicsGB Homecoming event taking place at Utilita Arena Birmingham on 12 September. Hosted… Read more »
BLOSSOMS – Announce BIRMINGHAM Show this November
Blossoms have today revealed details of their headline UK and Ireland tour for October and November this year. The Stockport band will be embarking on an extensive… Read more »
Victoria Wood in Birmingham
Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood, the celebration of the music of the late comedy genius and national treasure written and performed by Paulus (‘The Cabaret… Read more »
UK venue leads the way for diverse cultural programming in ‘challenging market’
– Birmingham’s Hockley Social Club doubles down on commitment to presenting accessible and diverse live arts and music with Autumn 2024 programme – Birmingham Royal Ballet, City… Read more »
Supersonic Festival approaching 30th August to 1st September, Digbeth, Birmingham
JUST OVER ONE MONTH TO GO UNTIL SUPERSONIC FESTIVAL 2024!30TH AUG – 1ST SEPT – WEEKEND AND DAY TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAYDame Area | Gazelle Twin |… Read more »
Aslan rock legends return for BIRMINGHAM show 17 Oct
Irish rock legends – ASLAN – have confirmed details of a new tour this Autumn. After 40 years of playing with their frontman Christy Dignam; Joe Jewell,… Read more »
DIZZEE RASCAL – Announces Wolverhampton Tongue N Cheek Anniversary Show 17 Oct
Dizzee Rascal has announced a UK tour celebrating the 15th Anniversary of his most iconic and commercial album ‘Tongue ‘N Cheek’. Dizzee will be performing all the… Read more »
The UK’s Biggest Summer Celebration Of Irish Music And Culture
Páirc Festival, the UK’s premier celebration of Irish music and culture, is thrilled to announce its return to the New Irish Centre in Kings Heath on 24th… Read more »
Tenille Arts Returns To UK Next Month For Headline Tour – Tickets
Tenille Arts has built an enviable career releasing music that is as authentic as her beautiful voice and as heartfelt and direct as the songs she writes and… Read more »
9th Oct Hook Driven Indie Folk Songs Sam Carter Silver Horizon Album Release Tour at Birmingham Symphony Hall, Birmingham
BBC Folk Award-winning songwriter announces “Silver Horizon” album tour. Sam Carter announced his fifth solo album, Silver Horizon, for release on Captain Records on Friday, 16th of August…. Read more »
Birmingham bank holiday must-attend events
August Bank Holiday is nearly upon us and there’s plenty to sink your teeth into across the Second City! From an Irish Festival in Kings Heath to… Read more »
Digbeth’s Most Affordable One-Day Festival Is Back This Summer!
Owlstock – the ultimate one-day festival celebrating music and peace – is back for 2024! Taking place on Sunday 25th August, the event will offer the ultimate… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – August 2024!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music nights in Birmingham this August 2024. We search high and low to bring to you the best original and eclectic music Brum has… Read more »
What’s on this summer – free performances, exclusive discounts and colouring competition at B Eats
B:Eats announces line-up of free performances and menu item discounts alongside Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book colouring competition B:Eats, a daytime cafe and eatery created by B:Music, the… Read more »
SOLAR EYES REVEAL TRIPPY NEW VIDEO FOR “ACID TEST” PLUS, UK SHOWS THIS AUTUMN
Swooping and captivating soundscapes and haunting vocals that pull you in with twanging guitars and haunting strings that pulls the big sky of the wild west into… Read more »
Irish rock legends ASLAN live in Birmingham on October 17th – interview time available
After 40 years of playing with their frontman Christy Dignam; Joe Jewell, Alan Downey and Billy McGuiness, know it’s not the same and never will be, but have… Read more »
World’s Greatest Stage Musicals In Cinemas on the big screen this Autumn
AUTUMN SEASON MISS SAIGON – 25TH ANNIVERSARY (2016) SUNDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER + TUESDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AT THE ROYAL ALBERT HALL (2011) SUNDAY… Read more »
Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul 2024 Festival Review
It’s been a couple of years since I last spent the weekend at Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul in Moseley Park. Prior to that I’d been involved… Read more »
SABRINA CARPENTER – UTILITA ARENA BIRMINGHAM – 6TH MARCH 2025
Sabrina Carpenter has today announced the UK/European leg of her wildly-anticipated Short n’ Sweet Tour. Including Utilita Arena Birmingham on the 6th March 2025 – Short n’ Sweet Tour kicks off this September, with… Read more »
COURTEENERS – UTILITA ARENA BIRMINGHAM – 23RD NOVEMBER 2024
Following the release of a new single Solitude Of The Night Bus, and news of their forthcoming seventh album Pink Cactus Café, Courteeners have announced details of an autumn… Read more »
Brum ROCKED! Birmingham’s biggest band rocked out at Forum Birmingham
Misfits Music Foundation’s 14month Brum Rocks project culminated in Birmingham’s biggest rock band on Sunday 14 July at Forum Birmingham with 400 musicians, singers, audience members coming… Read more »
BIRMINGHAM JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL TO CELEBRATE AN AMAZING NON STOP 40 YEARS
In the 10 days from July 19th to 28th The Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival will celebrate its 40th consecutive year of bringing the finest and most… Read more »
Dumpling Room by Blow Water is taking over Birmingham’s highest rooftop bar & private members club SAT 27th July
Dumpling Room Rooftop Edition II by Blow Water is taking over Birmingham’s highest rooftop bar & private members club @eighteenclubspace Blow Water are back this summer in Birmingham… Read more »