BIRMINGHAM! GET READY TO ROCK!
The upcoming final Black Sabbath performance is a hugely momentous occasion, not only for Sabbath fans, not only for Birmingham, but mostly for the bands, musicians and… Read more »
Celtic culture to be celebrated with four-day festival
– Halfway Fest at Nortons Digbeth features an all-star Irish and Scottish line up of All Folk’d Up, Calum McPhail, Ceol, Clada, and One for the Road – Four… Read more »
FANTOONS ANNOUNCE ‘WHERE IS OZZY?’ – OFFICIAL SEEK-AND-FIND BOOK
L.A based Animation studio and book publisher Fantoons announce their upcoming book Where Is Ozzy?, an officially licenced seek-and-find book from the same publisher that bought you Motörhead:… Read more »
Last Chance for Black Sabbath Fans – Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity Raffles Two Tickets To This Year’s Hottest Gig
Birmingham Children’s Hospital Charity is giving its supporters one final chance to bag tickets for Black Sabbath’s upcoming ‘Back to the Beginning’ gig, taking place at Villa… Read more »
The slow death of Birmingham’s culture and hospitality ecosystem can still be avoided, says NTIA
Central, regional, and local government must take immediate action together to stem further losses in Birmingham’s culture, entertainment, hospitality, music, and NTE, experts have warned. Lyle Bignon,… Read more »
Business ‘calls time’ on Hockley Social Club venue project
‘The natural end to our five-year project has arrived’, say the directors of Hockley Social Club (HSC), who will now focus on new initiatives and Digbeth Dining… Read more »
Pikes presents Detroit Love feat. Carl Craig & Moodyman
This summer, the legendary club night Pikes Presents spreads its wings and lands at 528 Ibiza, bringing its magic from day into night in the pine-clad hills… Read more »
JEWELLERY QUARTER FESTIVAL 2025 A DECADE OF CELEBRATION – BIRMINGHAM’S UNMISSABLE SUMMER PARTY IS BACK!
The annual Jewellery Quarter Festival returns this summer for its 10th anniversary, bringing a day packed with live music, market stalls, tours, creative workshops, and hands-on experiences… Read more »
Millennium Point Announces Free Mini Music Festival This Summer
Birmingham’s Millennium Point has announced a day of free events as part of the 41st Birmingham Jazz & Blues Festival. On Saturday 26th July, music fans can join a… Read more »
MetFilm School and BIMM Performers College Birmingham set to host educational workshops this Summer
MetFilm School and Performers College are set to inspire the next generation of creatives this summer as they host a series of dynamic educational workshops. Taking place… Read more »
The Visit Of Oz comes to Brum this July!
Birmingham’s Rock Musicians Are Ready To Welcome Back Our Leading Music Ambassador To The UK Home Of Rock & Roll. It is undeniable that the upcoming final… Read more »
MAVIS STAPLES SHARES HEARTFELT COVER OF FRANK OCEAN’S ‘GODSPEED’ – U.S. SHOWS & EUROPEAN FESTIVALS THIS SUMMER
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, have kicked-off the second leg of their mammoth 70-date summer 2025 UK tour. Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of… Read more »
70 Piece All Star Orchestra – John Wilson & Sinfonia Of London – Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Greatest Hits – UK Tour Starts This Month
Prepare to be enchanted as John Wilson & Sinfonia of London bring the timeless music of Rodgers & Hammerstein to life in a spectacular concert tour across… Read more »
Forum Digbeth, Birmingham’s brand new 2000 capacity music venue
Following the sad, unexpected and indefinite end of Forum Birmingham in April due to the closure of the Corporation Square building by its landlords, the team behind… Read more »
ORCHESTRAL MUSIC THAT’S RIGHT UP YOUR STREET CBSO ANNOUNCES 2025-26 SEASON
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) today announces its 2025-26 season, presenting a compelling programme of concerts deeply connected to the city’s vibrant cultural identity. Findings… Read more »
Digbeth Club The Night Owl Celebrates 10 Years with 10 Special Events
The Night Owl is turning 10 and they’re celebrating the only way they know how…with the very best in live music and fun parties! They’re throwing 10… Read more »
THE PSYCHEDELIC FURS – Announce UK Tour Dates This October – with Special Guest Anja Huwe
Icons of the original post-punk era The Psychedelic Furs have announced their UK tour plans for later in the year, stopping at beloved venues across the country… Read more »
The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III – 26 Date UK Tour Announced – Celebrating A Trio of Iconic Musical Pieces – Feb/March 2026
Following on from the hugely successful extended 50th anniversary celebrations of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells, which toured throughout the UK, Europe, Australia and New Zealand in 2023… Read more »
The Everything Digbeth Market Returns for Summer 2025
Everything Digbeth returns to Zellig on Saturday, 26th July for a full day of creativity, culture, and community. This free-entry event is set to be bigger and… Read more »
Brumbeat Live Music Guide – June 2025!
All the best original live music across Birmingham every month! 3rd June Panda Bear @ The Castle & Falcon 4th June William William Rodgers + Raiments @… Read more »
We Were Kings release album in memory of friend – All proceeds go to St David’s Hospice
Forward by Chris Titley: Brother Andrews wake could not have happened without live music.We reconnected and played. There are no words to describe that day and that… Read more »
3rd July, From Australia “The Weeping Willows” Folk/Bluegrass/Americana at Kitchen Garden Cafe, Birmingham
Australian Folk/Bluegrass/Americana Duo, The Weeping Willows UK July 2025 Tour. http://www.theweepingwillows.com.au/. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ff7pMy5C_Ng&t=22s 3 x CMAA ‘Golden Guitar’ and 2021 ‘Australian Folk Music’ and ‘Music Victoria’ award winners, Laura… Read more »
B:MUSIC ANNOUNCES DETAILS OF ITS SECOND COLLABORATION WITH ABBEY ROAD STUDIOS AND THE ABBEY ROAD MUSIC PHOTOGRAPHY ACCELERATOR PROGRAMME FOR 2025
B:Music, the Birmingham-based music charity responsible for Town Hall and Symphony Hall, has announced details of its second collaboration with Abbey Road Studios and its Music Photography… Read more »
Over 8,000 young musicians attending the Music for Youth National Festival 2025
Music for Youth National Festival Returns to Birmingham: Showcasing the brilliance of young musician from across the UK 🎶 This July, Birmingham will once again take centre… Read more »
29th June, The Intriguing Dan Whitehouse and Hammered Dulcimer Virtuoso Max ZT at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, Birmingham.
New Yorker Max ZT, aka the ‘Jimi Hendrix of the hammered dulcimer‘ (NPR), and much-loved Black Country tunesmith Dan Whitehouse will reunite for the third time in… Read more »
Mostly Jazz 2025 delves into The Woods
With anticipation continuing to rise for 2025’s Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 11 to Sunday 13 July 2025), organisers have now revealed the line-up for… Read more »
Kenny Thomas – 90s soul icon returns with first new album in 15 years / biggest ever UK tour inc London Eventim Apollo date
Multi-platinum selling British soul singer Kenny Thomas, who rose to prominence with a string of hits in the 90s, has announced a brand new album and tour…. Read more »
Bryan Adams announces huge Warwick Castle show as part of Warwick Castle Live 2025 series
Bryan Adams has been announced for a huge outdoor show this summer as part of Warwick Castle Live 2025, an unforgettable summer series of concerts in the… Read more »
ELMHURST BALLET SCHOOL ANNOUNCES ITS 2025 SUMMER PERFORMANCES
Elmhurst Ballet School, in association with Birmingham Royal Ballet, is thrilled to share details of its summer run of shows under the umbrella title, Voices & Virtues. Elmhurst’s… Read more »
SLADE – Play ‘The Final Tour’ UK Dates – This December
This December, Dave Hill’s Slade will embark upon their final tour, bringing their thrilling live show to O2 venues across the UK in the run-up to Christmas. … Read more »
The Lost Notes play Birminhgham
The Lost Notes had a fab start to the year – the new album GOOD LUCK SHOES” is doing really well. It was selected as Editor’s Choice by the British Country Music Association and was album… Read more »
Matteo Bocelli announces trio of UK dates as part of world tour – comes ahead of new album due later this year
Classical crossover star Matteo Bocelli has announced a trio of UK shows in Manchester, Birmingham, and London, as part of his ‘Falling In Love’ world tour for 2025,… Read more »
THE FRATELLIS – Celebrate 20 Years of ‘Costello Music’ with UK Tour Next February
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of their debut album ‘Costello Music’, The Fratellis have announced a run of dates across the UK in February 2026. In the autumn… Read more »
Pairc 2025 Confirms New Partnership With The Birmingham-Irish Association!
Páirc Summer Series, the UK’s biggest celebration of Irish music and culture, is thrilled to announce its brand new partnership with the Birmingham-Irish association; the Midlands’ leading… Read more »
Birmingham Bach Choir: La Belle France (5 July, Malvern) + premiere
Birmingham Bach Choir return to Worcestershire’s historic Great Malvern Priory on Saturday 5 July 2025 for a concert with a distinctly French flavour. La Belle France will see… Read more »
IST IST – Announce UK Tour Dates this Winter w/ YAANG
Marking their 10th Anniversary in 2025 – IST IST – have confirmed a special commemorative tour of UK venues this Winter. With fixtures in favourite haunts of Leeds,… Read more »
ERNEST AINES – On Tour in the UK incl. Birmingham Date – New Single “Just Once” Out This Friday
Australian folk songwriter Ernest Aines has announced his new single, “Just Once”, which arrives on the 23rd May. Aines will also embark upon his fourth tour of the… Read more »
Introducing Farm Fest 2025 – A New Family Food and Music Festival at Umberslade Farm
Seasonal Markets is thrilled to announce the debut of Farm Fest 2025, a brand-new, family-friendly food and music festival taking place on Sunday, 13th July 2025, at… Read more »
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone In Concert – Family favourite film brought to life in grounds of Warwick Castle – Warwick Castle Live 2025
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert has been announced for Warwick Castle Live 2025, the series which is set to bring incredible shows to one of… Read more »
Rising star Amelia Coburn with praise from Paul Weller and Paul Heaton to play Birmingham
Proudly hailing from the North East, fast-rising artist Amelia Coburn has released her first single of 2025 with the bewitching ‘Sandra’. It takes a certain type of… Read more »
Canadian Rock Band The Sheepdogs Play Castle & Falcon
Acclaimed Canadian rock band The Sheepdogs will take the stage at The Castle & Falcon on Tuesday, 27th May, bringing their signature blend of blues-infused riffs, rich… Read more »
GRAHAM NASH RETURNS FOR UK TOUR THIS OCTOBER
Titled ‘Graham Nash – More Evenings Of Songs & Stories, with Special Guest Peter Asher’, Nash will perform songs spanning his sixty-year career from The Hollies to Crosby,… Read more »
Roy Harper Announces The Final Tour Part Two & Birmingham show
CelebratedBritish folk icon Roy Harper has announced part two of his final tour this autumn. Performing three very special live dates across September and October at some… Read more »
The future of UK metal to play live at BBC celebration of Black Sabbath
CHERRYDEAD, GANS and Meatdripper fly the flag for the future of UK heavy music at a special BBC Radio WM evening celebrating ‘Masters of Reality’ legends Sabbath… Read more »
This Weekend: Eurovision Grand Final 2025 To Be Broadcast In Over 100 Cinemas Across The UK – 17th May 2025
Mark your calendars – the biggest night in music is back! For one night only, on Saturday May 17th, cinemas up and down the UK will come together… Read more »
ERNEST AINES – To Release New Single and Tour UK This May and June – Birmingham Date
Australian folk songwriter Ernest Aines has announced his new single, “Just Once”, which arrives on the 23rd May. Aines will also embark upon his fourth tour of the… Read more »
Caribbean culture to take centre stage at city celebration of reggae
All-day Birmingham Reggae Carnival special at Hockley Social Club (HSC) on late May Bank Holiday Sunday will bring together the city’s Caribbean community in celebration – Event… Read more »
THE GRAND HOTEL BIRMINGHAM PRESENTS DOWNSTAIRS AT THE GRAND
The Grand Hotel Birmingham is launching Downstairs At The Grand, a sophisticated speakeasy, serving as the city centre’s only late-night live music jazz bar from Friday 16th… Read more »
Where Does Birmingham’s Live Events Scene Rank in the UK?
Photo by William Hook on Unsplash Should Birmingham really live in the shadows of London and Manchester when people talk about live events? The city attracts some of the biggest… Read more »
Holy Holy in Birmingham on May 17th – Woody Woodmansey, Glenn Gregory and Tony Visconti
“WE’RE NOT A TRIBUTE BAND; WE ARE THE REAL DEAL!” – Tony Visconti Due to phenomenal demand, supergroup HOLY HOLY, featuring Tony Visconti and Woody Woodmansey, are… Read more »