Brum bartender community unites to save a fellow bar owner from closure
The best of Birmingham’s bartenders have joined forces to help keep a popular Jewellery Quarter bar open after a health disaster struck its owner. When Amanjot Singh… Read more »
ITV’s Chasers are coming to Birmingham to test your quizzing skills!
This April, Birmingham’s oldest pub, The Old Crown, will be playing host to stars of the hit ITV quiz show, The Chase! Shaun Wallace (AKA The Dark… Read more »
Passionate Pilgrim at Ikon
MELATI SURYODARMO: PASSIONATE PILGRIM17 May – 3 September 2023Ikon Gallery, BirminghamFree entry. Open Weds-Sun, 11am-5pm This summer, Ikon becomes home to a major exhibition of ground-breaking performance… Read more »
His Lordship at Night Owl in Birmingham on April 8th
Rock ‘n’ roll duo HIS LORDSHIP have announced a UK headline tour for Spring 2023. Kicking off in Bristol on 29 March and stopping off in twelve cities along the way,… Read more »
Mostly Jazz Festival Final line-up news – Fred Wesley & Craig Charles added!
Music legend Fred Wesley and ‘Maestro of Funk’ DJ Craig Charles are the latest big name additions to Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival (Friday 7 to Sunday 9 July 2023,… Read more »
Steakhouse Bar + Block opens its second site in Brum 27th March in Exchange Square
There’s a new kid on the block as Bar + Block gets set to open its second steakhouse in Birmingham this spring. Launching on Monday 27th March, the nationwide steakhouse will… Read more »
Jam Jah Sound’s Reggae Monday Nights return!
Jam Jah Sound’s Reggae Monday Nights return to the Dark Horse, weekly! Kicking off with a 2am Bank Holiday Monday with special guest YT alongside Jam Jah… Read more »
Gritty dance-theatre show DROWNTOWN tour extends into May 2023 – with date at Birmingham MAC
Double National Dance Awards nominated Rhiannon Faith Company new show visits venues across the UK to hold a tender and honest mirror to a society at tipping… Read more »
Be Inclusive Hospitality to launch in Birmingham on Monday 24th April
Be Inclusive Hospitality, founded by award-winning Birmingham-born hospitality veteran Lorraine Copes to launch in Birmingham on Monday 24th April at the Grand Hotel. The not-for-profit and social… Read more »
Segweh Sound take on a new residency at the Rainbow Pub
Ahead of their headline show supporting David Rodigan at Crooked House Festival. DJ Duo Magoo & Wayne Chambers aka Segweh Sound take on a new residency at the… Read more »
Paul Jones, Ginge Brings It On Home and Helen Humes
THIS TUESDAY 21st MARCH AT HENRY’S BLUESHOUSE AT VELVET MUSIC ROOMS JO CARLEY & THE OLD DRY SKULLS The music of Jo Carley & The Old Dry… Read more »
New Night! All My Circuits – Loula Yorke at Pan Pan
Live modular synths LOULA YORKE + Abstract organ duo IMPORTER/EXPORTER. Visual artist TBA. ALL MY CIRCUITSEP2//MUSICAMC: LOULA YORKE 31 MAR / 7:30 PM Come down for a night of… Read more »
Two Year Break play Scruffy Murphy’s 30th March
Two Year Break are playing in Brum. The dynamic and fresh 4-piece from Essex received praise for their self-released debut album ‘Do You Wanna Find Love?’ (2021),… Read more »
New Films 17th March 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Shazam! Fury Of The Gods (12A) Making the familiar mistake of assuming sequels… Read more »
NSPCC invites Birmingham parents to baby brain-building campaign launch event
An exciting new campaign for parents and carers of children under two is to be launched in Birmingham to help them nurture a strong bond with their… Read more »
Spring 2023 with Gulp!
ASTE, TOUCH AND SMELL! with Royal Museum of Worcester March to November 2023 I’ve recently begun a commission with the Royal Museum of Worcester which holds an incredible collection of… Read more »
Birmingham Film & TV Market 2023
Submissions are now open for the third edition of the Birmingham Film & TV Market! A one day pitch and market event, the BFTM links emerging producers… Read more »
Joshua Buatsi headlines at the Resorts World Arena
Witness a night of ‘Crowning Glory’ as new major signing Joshua Buatsi headlines at the Resorts World Arena Tickets on sale soon Buatsi will fight on May… Read more »
Candlelight 100 Years of Warner Bros. Celebrates a Century of Iconic Classics from the Most Renowned Franchises in Birmingham
In celebration of Warner Bros. Studios’ 100th anniversary, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Fever, the leading entertainment discovery platform, are proud to launch in Birmingham… Read more »
Dough-nut panic, you can now order a Simpson’s inspired doughnut, BURGER!
Dentists look away now! A new, limited edition Simpson’s inspired doughnut burger combines sweet, spice, and all things nice this Spring. A new brand collaboration between burger… Read more »
22nd March 2023 – Kamaal Williams and Koba-Ko Crowdfunding
Blow Water have an exciting opportunity to bring Kamaal Williams, SE London jazz musicians to Kings Heath Wednesday 22/3! Blow Water collaborated with Henry Wu in 2021, a… Read more »
Tunde – The Voice of The Lighthouse Family – Announces UK Tour 2023 including Birmingham date
Singer-Songwriter Tunde, the iconic voice of the multi-platinum selling Lighthouse Family, has announced a UK tour through May & June. The singer will be performing Lighthouse Family… Read more »
The Digbeth Estate (Oval Real Estate) has re-launched The Bond on Fazeley Street, Digbeth
The Digbeth Estate (Oval Real Estate) has re-launched The Bond on Fazeley Street, Digbeth The £18million facility will become a focal point for television, film and all… Read more »
IST IST – Return to BIRMINGHAM this April & Release New Single
With their upcoming third album fast approaching, IST IST are pleased to unveil the latest track to be cut from the record: “Nothing More Nothing Less”. Chiming… Read more »
Mother’s Day at The Lost & Found with special menu + wine pairing and whimsical cocktails
For a picture-perfect Mother’s Day, lose yourself in a botanical drinking and dining den at The Lost & Found, with a special set menu complete with wine… Read more »
Fuzzbox new single Voodoo Feline 239 featuring Maggie Dunne & Sugary Staple
Voodoo Feline is the new single from Fuzzbox featuring Maggie Dunne and Sugary Staple. With Jenny Tingle on flute and drums, this exciting new lineup explores industrial… Read more »
Pairc Festival biggest celebration of Irish Music and Culture in the UK 26th – 27th August 2023.
Páirc Festival is on course to be the biggest celebration of Irish Music and Culture in the UK, bringing the best talent from Birmingham and Ireland to… Read more »
New Films 10th March 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Scream VI (15) Having survived last year’s carnage, Sam Carpenter (Melissa Barrera), the… Read more »
Vanley Burke sound installation exploring Black culture to open in Handsworth
Celebrated British Jamaican photographer and artist Vanley Burke launches his first outdoor sound installation, Reactivating sounds of Blackness, in Handsworth Park, Birmingham, on Sunday 02 April 2023. Working with… Read more »
THE HALAL FOOD FESTIVAL makes it’s debut this Summer coming to BIRMINGHAM – NEC on Saturday 27th May & Sunday 28th May 2023!
With over 150+ exhibitors, outdoor street food vendors, an indoor exhibition with Muslim lifestyle stalls and entertainment we are set for a tasty bank holiday weekend with… Read more »
New SOLAR EYES EP + gig dates!
A twangingly fuzzy fierce panda one sheet The Act: SOLAR EYES The Tune: ‘NAKES MONKEY ON A SPACESHIP’ EP The Format: DIGITAL EP The Release Date: MARCH… Read more »
ERIC BIBB Heading to Birmingham This May + New Single ‘Ridin’ Out Now
The final single to be taken from the celebrated Blues musician’s forthcoming album (out 24 March on Repute Records), “Ridin’” pays homage to the brave Freedom Riders of 1961 who risked… Read more »
Brand New Birmingham Festival INTERMISSION FESTIVAL celebrates diversity, inclusivity & gender balance
TEG Live Europe announce the launch of a brand new festival, InterMission Festival – a one-day multiroom festival featuring live music, sound workshops, industry talks and food… Read more »
TEENAGE FANCLUB — Announce Birmingham Show For November 2023
Following the release of their latest album ‘Endless Arcade’, Scottish alt-rock five-piece Teenage Fanclub have announced details of a live show in Birmingham for Winter 2023. Part… Read more »
Mother’s Day at The Manor House of Whittington
Wine and dine with the mum in your life at local pub The Manor House of Whittington this Mother’s Day with its exclusive Sunday set menu, full of scrumptious… Read more »
New Films 4th March 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Creed III (15) As well as reprising the title character, Michael B. Jordan… Read more »
The Lost Notes – Tours, Bassists and EPs
After a lovely start to the year at The Red Lion, Nuneaton, Bedworth, Lighthorne folk clubs and the magical Temperance in Leamington Spa, there’s a busy few… Read more »
Announcing UB40 THE HOMECOMING – marking 45yrs, where it all began …
Iconic reggae band UB40 are celebrating their 45th anniversary with a very special outdoor show in their native Moseley, Birmingham, on Sunday 27 August 2023. Entitled The Homecoming, the performance… Read more »
Brumbeat – Best Music Events in Birmingham March 2023!
Here’s our take on the coolest original live music and DJ nights in Birmingham this March 2023. We search high and low to bring to you the best original music Brum has to… Read more »
Music legend Graham Nash set for Moseley Folk 2023
Graham Nash is the latest addition to the line-up of Moseley Folk and Arts Festival (Friday 1 to Sunday 3 September 2023). Set to appear at the… Read more »
Beans On Toast Plays Birmingham on 12 March
One year since the war in Ukraine began and with the Doomsday clock closer to midnight than ever before, the UK folk singer returns with a timely… Read more »
New Films 24th Feb 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW What’s Love Got To Do With It? (12A) That it shares its title… Read more »
Harborne Record Fair 25th March 2023
HARBORNE RECORD FAIR SAT 25TH MARCH 2023 We’re an independent record fair, with over 20 traders selling records and CDs across a range of genres including rock, punk,… Read more »
Land & Andy Low ‘N’ Slow Collaboration
On Tuesday 14th March, Birmingham-based plant based restaurant Land and local Texan street food vendor Andy Low ’N’ Slow will collaborate on a special 6-course menu, taking… Read more »
Tour with Annie Dressner, Lucy Grubb, Dan Wilde & Luke James Williams
Annie Dressner, Lucy Grubb, Dan Wilde & Luke James Williams are hitting the road in March to perform as part of their songwriters’ circle. Bound by a… Read more »
Dance with one of Little Mix’s backing dancers at an SOS Dance A-List Pop Up in March
The world’s most empowering dance classes, SOS Dance, has launched a series of A-List Pop Up events for all dance levels, including absolute beginners A-List pop ups… Read more »
Brand new metal venue and bar opening in Digbeth
A new independent hardcore metal venue is coming to Digbeth this February. Devil’s Dog will be opening its doors on Adderley Street on Friday 24th February –… Read more »
Outlands and Centrala presents 33, Alpha Maid and Olan Monk
Outlands and Centrala invite all audiences to enjoy three new live commissions from transnational artist collective and label C.A.N.V.A.S. Alpha Maid , Olan Monk and 33 The evening is… Read more »
Wing Wednesday at Yardbirds starting from Wednesday 22nd February
From Wednesday 22nd February, Yardbirds are introducing Wing Wednesdays to their restaurant in Stirchley. A dedicated wing menu will be on offer which includes customer favourites, Buffalo… Read more »
New Films 17th Feb 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (12A) Calling to mind thoughts of Fantastic Voyage… Read more »