UB40 in legal threat over band name

Remaining members “outraged” at developments.

Raising roofs to improve the lives of people with dementia

Sing for the brain and improve lives.

Robin scores rock hat-trick

There’s a busy time coming up for lovers of classic rock at the Robin next month.

Coming up at Artrix

There’s a mixed bag arriving at the Artrix in Bromsgrove next month.

New at Town Hall/Symphony Hall

The usual eclectic mix now on sale.

Send for the doctor

Dr Feelgood will be on the patch soon. Martin Longley caught them last year and they were on top form.

Coming soon at Artrix

World music, ballet and the chance to be a stand-up, all before the end of January.

Weller announces Midlands date

Day in the forest for the Modfather.

Mandela tribute announced

Artists, poets, musicians and community representatives coming together to pay tribute.

New chair of Town Hall/Symphony Hall named

Former BBC executive to head venues group.

Cooking on Congo Square

FEMI OYEBODE TRAVELS TO THE DEEP SOUTH OF THE US TO TAKE IN SOME GREAT MUSIC IN NEW ORLEANS AND BEYOND

What’s On: The Nutcracker

Hey, it’s Christmas.

CBSO announces inaugural conducting fellowship

Orchestra shows its commitment to the future of conducting by appointing local musician to key role.

Town Hall & Symphony Hall – forthcoming II

More new arrivals for Birmingham’s iconic venues.

Town Hall & Symphony Hall – forthcoming

The first of a bumper list of new dates announced for the city centre’s premier venues.

Bigger than Dylan

Dave Woodhall talks to John Otway, music’s most successful failure.

Solihull musician with dementia performs on Christmas charity CD

Solihull trombonist Derek Harrison, 76, who has been living with Alzheimer’s disease for the last four years, is the star of a charity CD that goes on sale this week to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society.

Gospel at the Drum

Local award-winners celebrate Christmas.

Ferry cross the Ouse

Perhaps thou clutchest tickets for tonight’s sold out Bryan Ferry gig at Symphony Hall? Or perhaps there will be a few stray returns at the door? Regardless, Martin Longley caught the show up in York last Thursday night…

This week at the Robin

Blues, tributes and Scandinavian metal.

Blues brother

Dave Woodhall talks to one of Britain’s most respected musicians.

This week at the Robin

It won’t exactly be quiet.

‘Come and sing Faure’ event open to all

School welcome for former pupils.

Low riding in Bromsgrove

The latest events announced at the Artrix, Bromsgrove.

What’s On at the Robin

Debutants and regulars are in town this week.

The big journey

Dave Woodhall speaks to Big Country guitarist Bruce Watson.

Cornwall Calling

Two bands to watch out for in November.

Part of the Union

Dave Woodhall talks to Pete Shoulder, singer with blues rockers the Union.

Going out with a bang

Local visual and performing artists come together to celebrate The Public

What’s On at the Robin

There’s a strong veterans line-up this week.