March, Rachel Baiman Americana Bluegrass from Nashville comes to Birmingham
Well versed in a variety of fiddle traditions including Old-Time, Bluegrass, Scottish and Canadian styles, Rachel Baiman is a versatile and dynamic musician. Rachel is a winner… Read more »
Digbeth Dining Club are back in town!
Digbeth-based party venue Luna Springs is set to host Digbeth Dining Club every Friday and Saturday, from 27th January – 1st April. This time round, expect to… Read more »
New Films 12th Jan 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW M3gan (15) The latest addition to the killer doll horror sub-genre also taps… Read more »
2023 Begins Seasonal Highlights Here at MAC
Goodbye 2022. Hello 2023!Here at MAC we can’t wait to welcome you all back for a fresh season of exciting and brand-new events. With our wide and… Read more »
Boo to Celebrate Opening First Branch in Birmingham by Giving Away 500 Free Burgers
Promising to bring “burger joint classics, Boo style”, fast food restaurant Boo is set to open its first-ever Birmingham branch on Saturday 21st January in Moseley. Serving handcrafted burgers,… Read more »
Stirchley Open Cinema team up with Birmingham Brewing Company to bring you ultimate bar film, ROAD HOUSE!
The Double Deuce is the meanest, loudest and rowdiest bar south of the Mason-Dixon Line, and Dalton (Patrick Swayze) has been hired to clean it up. He… Read more »
Bagel Factory launches new site, in Birmingham Grand Central station!
Popular bagel outlet Bagel Factory is continuing its glorious expansion plans. Bagel Factory are excited to announce their newest upcoming opening in Birmingham’s Grand Central station. This… Read more »
Hugh Cornwell new Moments of Madness tour comes to Birmingham May 2023
Accompanied by a full band, the shows will see Hugh perform two live sets: one filled with solo songs including cuts from his recent album ‘Moments of… Read more »
SOLAR EYES – Naked Monkey on a Spaceship
“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 »
48 Hours in Birmingham – Two Kids on the Bloc
Living in Worcester, it’s a pretty easy commute to Brum. I’ve lived in The Jewellery Quarter, the worst parts of Wolverhampton & West Bromwich, and was born… Read more »
Brian Eno & Roger Eno Announce Live At The Acropolis, Concert Film of Their Only Ever Live Performance – Exclusive to UK Cinemas 2nd March 2023
“The Eno brothers make their much anticipated live debut on the slopes of the Acropolis. Were the gods listening they couldn’t help but be moved.” ~ Uncut September,… Read more »
UK Garage All Stars – 20 June 2023 – Utilita Arena Birmingham
Megaman, pioneering founder of So Solid Crew and S9, joins forces with major independent UK promoters Triple A in a wide-ranging partnership deal, which will see a… Read more »
Peter Gabriel new song and Birmingham date
PETER GABRIEL has revealed the first new song from his forthcoming album i/o. The track is accompanied by a cover image by the artist David Spriggs. LISTEN… Read more »
Sounds of the 60’s Live Tour 2023 – Hosted by Tony Blackburn
Every week, listeners across the UK tune into BBC Radio 2 to hear the legendary Tony Blackburn play the greatest songs of the 60’s. Now, the legendary… Read more »
The Bun & Barrel, new burger restaurant to open in Harborne 20th January
The walk-in-only restaurant will bring burgers made with the finest ingredients, barrel-aged beverages and a rock ‘n’ roll soundtrack to Harborne from 20th January The Bun &… Read more »
January Japes with Belly Laughs x SIFA Fireside
This month, The Belly Laughs comedy festival is launching in Birmingham to raise funds to support Birmingham’s homeless AND banish the winter blues! #BellyLaughsBrum This month Birmingham… Read more »
New Films 5th Jan 2023 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Empire Of Light (15) His first film as both writer and director, bolstered… Read more »
Join Fat Hippo to celebrate ALL THINGS VEGAN for the month of Veganuary!
Fat Hippo and vegan aren’t necessarily words you expect to see in the same sentence. But don’t worry, you didn’t read it wrong! They have a whole… Read more »
Vital Signs Judith Alder’s new solo show at RBSA
Vital Signs: complex networks, meshes and entanglements in a new solo show from artist Judith Alder at The Royal Birmingham Society of Artists Gallery Judith Alder’s Vital Signs reflects… Read more »
Land and 670 Grams to collaborate on special 8-course menu this January
On 22nd January, Birmingham-based fine dining restaurants Land and 670 Grams will collaborate on a special 8-course menu, taking place at Land’s premises. The menu will offer… Read more »
Roxy Leisure to open second site in Birmingham adjacent to Victoria Square
Roxy Leisure have announced plans to open their second site in Birmingham in February 2023 whilst their Digbeth site will be re-branded and become a Roxy Lanes,… Read more »
New Films 29th Dec 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody (12A) There’s already been two documentaries… Read more »
BOXSTOCK – The UK Cigar Box Guitar Festival 2023
In today’s economic climate, there’s pressure on everybody’s finances, and many music-makers have gone back to the old-time approach of making their own entertainment, and making their… Read more »
New Films 22nd Dec 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (12A) Having done blockbuster style business on… Read more »
Julian Siegel – Tales From The Jacquard Tour – February 2023
TUESDAY 7th FEBRUARY BIRMINGHAM SYMPHONY HALL STAGE THURSDAY 9th FEBRUARY TURNER SIMS, SOUTHAMPTON FRIDAY 10th FEBRUARY SHEFFIELD JAZZ SATURDAY 11th FEBRUARY DERBY JAZZ, DEDA STUDIO THEATRE SUNDAY 12th FEBRUARY LONDON, RONNIE SCOTTS… Read more »
New Films 16th Dec 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW Avatar: The Way Of Water (12A) Thirteen years in the waiting, James Cameron… Read more »
Neurodiverse theatre company take Moseley Bog into homes
What would it be like to immerse yourself in a forest surrounded by a kaleidoscopic array of sights, smells and tastes all from the comfort of your… Read more »
Michelin-star chef Brad Carter opening One Star Doner Bar at Hare & Hounds
Michelin-star chef Brad Carter is set to launch his One Star Döner Bar in Birmingham in early 2023. Due to be located inside the much-loved Hare &… Read more »
Beans on Toast — Brings ‘Back Out On The Road’ Tour To Birmingham in March 2023
Outlaw folk musician – Beans on Toast – will be “Back Out On The Road” next Spring.Following the runaway success of his extended UK tour in 2022,… Read more »
Vanley Burke: A Gift to Birmingham – Handsworth Library
Ikon tours A Gift to Birmingham by Vanley Burke to Handsworth Library. The exhibition features seventeen portraits of members of Migrant Voice, a migrant-led national organisation with a hub in… Read more »
Birmingham’s Creative Content Hub ‘The Bond’, launches in Digbeth February 2023
The Digbeth Estate (Oval Real Estate) is set to re-launch The Bond on Fazeley Street, Digbeth, as a home for the best creative talent in the West Midlands. Oval,… Read more »
B Eats has launched a brand new menu of festive specials including a Boxing Day Sarnie!
B:Eats, a daytime cafe and evening eatery created by B:Music, the music charity responsible for Symphony Hall and Town Hall, has launched a brand new menu of… Read more »
Goldie, Fat Freddy’s Drop + more set for Brum’s Mostly Jazz 2023
Fat Freddy’s Drop, Goldie and Jungle DJ Set announced. Friday 7 to Sunday 9 July 2023, Birmingham. Mostly Jazz Funk and Soul Festival has revealed the first… Read more »
Dreamgirls at The Alex review by Mazzy Snape
Dreamgirls, thestage musical, a multi award winning production is currently in residence at The Alexandra Theatre in Birmingham until 31 December. You might be familiar with the… Read more »
Friendly Neighbourhood Cinema Life of Brian + more!
Independent Stourbridge pop-up, Friendly Neighbourhood Cinema presents Monty Python’s anarchic, religious satire LIFE OF BRIAN screening inside of Stourbridge’s beautiful St Thomas’ Church on Sat 17th December,… Read more »
Apres Ski Bar opens at Bullring
Those wishing they were on the slopes in Aspen or Val d’Isere are in for a treat as a cosy ski lodge style pop up bar has… Read more »
Crazy Pedro’s Celebrates The Festive Season With A Limited Edition Pizza
Late night pizza bar, Crazy Pedro’s have marked this year’s festive season with a limited edition pizza called ‘The Ghost Of Christmas Past(y). The pizza flavour encapsulates… Read more »
New nightspot set to shake up Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter
A brand new bar, restaurant and late-night venue will open in the Jewellery Quarter later this week, just in time for Christmas. Set to shake up the… Read more »
Live music and more at the We Are Birmingham ’22 Finale
This year is the 20th Anniversary of Celebrating Sanctuary Birmingham. To mark the occasion, we launched a year long program called We Are Birmingham 2022. The programme… Read more »
A Night Out in The Independent Republic of Stirchley!
A recent invite to attend the Birmingham-based spirits brand BeauFort pop-up press night at Kong Bar was a perfect opportunity to catch up on the current bar… Read more »
The Magical Winter Funland is Officially Open at the NEC!
The Christmas extravaganza, that is Winter Funland, is officially open and has one aim, to bring a holly jolly Christmas to the people of the Midlands. The… Read more »
ERIC BIBB – Blues Legend Announces BIRMINGHAM Show + New Album ‘Ridin’ out 24 March
Blues legend Eric Bibb has announced details of his new album ‘Ridin” and released lead single “Family”, listen here. Following the release of ‘Ridin’’ (on March 24 on Repute Records)… Read more »
Birmingham graffiti artist, Robbie Jeffcott pays tribute to Ozzy Osbourne in the Custard Factory
A local graffiti artist has created a mural for the Birmingham legend, located on the Digbeth Estate Birmingham graffiti artist, Robbie Jeffcott, has paid tribute to famous Brummie and Prince… Read more »
1960s Soul icons The Flirtations to headline The Night Owl this December
This December 17th 1960s soul sensations, The Flirtations, are set to headline Digbeth’s soul & retro venue The Night Owl for a very special Christmas show. Support… Read more »
New Films 8th Dec 2022 by Mike Davies
This column will review films both screening theatrically and/or on various streaming platforms. NEW The Silent Twins (18) Their story previously told in a BBC drama, a… Read more »
Peter Kay announces extra Birmingham date for 2023
Following the announcement of a nationwide arena tour, one of Britain’s best loved comedians, Peter Kay, has announced an extra Birmingham date for 2023 Tickets for Peter… Read more »
Legendary Birmingham club & birthplace of Duran Duran, The Rum Runner to be awarded Blue Plaque
This December 16th, The Birmingham Civic Society are unveiling a Blue Plaque on the site of the legendary Rum Runner Club in Birmingham. The former Broad Street… Read more »
First acts for MOSELEY FOLK 2023 Wilco, Squeeze + more
Birmingham’s ever-popular Moseley Folk and Arts Festival returns for its 17th edition from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 September 2023. Adored for its forward-thinking yet accessible programming,… Read more »
Sunday Times names The Grand Hotel Birmingham as one of the ‘Top 100 Best Places to Stay in Britain in 2023’
The Grand Hotel Birmingham has been featured in the official guide, ‘Top 100 Best Places to Stay in Britain in 2023’, by The Sunday Times. Housed in… Read more »
Gulp announce some delicious edible adventures with Mangia! Mangia! for 2023!
Gulp is delighted to announce some delicious edible adventures with Mangia! Mangia! next year. The Holy Palate Supper Club Thursday 23 Feb, 7.30pm and Friday 24 Feb,… Read more »