Music at the Hare and Hounds
The sound of Brooklyn, New York coming to Kings Heath
David Bowie 1947-2016
Steve Beauchampé pays tribute
Hotter than July
Dave Woodhall talks to guitarist Michael Schenker.
The stars come out for Mike
Big names play charity concert.
Our Big Gig
The Public to be part of a nationwide celebration of music in communities
Pupils hit the right note for former teacher
Loyal ex-teacher Roland Holland celebrated the 30th anniversary of handing out a special trophy for talented musicians at Aldridge School.
Elvis has entered the building
Dave Woodhall talks to a singer who’s walking it like he talks it.
Gig review: Steve Reich – Birmingham Town Hall
Steve Beauchampé has been to see Steve Reich in action. Here’s his review of the 6th March concert.
New York Sounds: Drum Thunder
Martin Longley watches those drumsticks fly in New York City…
Music students given real-world insight by record industry luminaries
Students on Coventry University’s music technology course gained a fascinating insight into working in the music and recording sector when they heard from a panel of industry heavyweights.
Nostalgia: It’s not what it used to be
Last year Laurence Inman found himself treading in the footsteps of legends.
‘Can’t Stop The Boogie’ 20th Anniversary
The original line-up of Steve ‘Big Man’ Clayton & The 44s is getting back together for one night only
Local lad(s) Done Good
We’re pretty sure that this has never happened before, so well worth highlighting
Andy Hamilton – A Celebration of His Life
A celebration of the life and work of legendary Jamaican-British jazz musician and community figurehead Andy Hamilton MBE is to take place at Symphony Hall on Tuesday 26th June at 2.30pm.
New Model Army victims of Walsall gear theft
Van broken into in the car park outside the Walsall Holiday Inn Express and a large number of items stolen
Andy Hamilton 1918–2012
Dave Woodhall pays tribute to a remarkable man
This week at the Robin
‘Tried and tested’ is the phrase to use.
Martin Longley’s New York Sounds: Live From The Allen Room
Martin Longley has made a pronouncement to the effect that The Allen Room boasts the best view from a New York City venue. It also plays host to some pretty hot music…
What’s on at the Robin
Some interesting new arrivals is part of the answer.
Ironing Butterflies
Andy Wainwright witnesses a night of nostalgic psychedelia.
Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” returns to Birmingham
Mendelssohn wrote this great work specifically for a Birmingham Festival in 1846
Town Hall & Symphony Hall Listings
There’s a good sprinkling of legendary names coming up at the two venues.
Mills Thrills
Dave Woodhall watches an extraordinary talent.
What’s On at Symphony Hall
Some new dates have been announced at the venue.
Mostly Jazz Line-Ups Announced
The countdown has begun to one of the country’s most promising new festivals of recent years.
What’s On at the Robin
There’s the usual varied line-up this week.
Ian Anderson Talks to the Press
An enduring legend of music speaks ahead of his upcoming tour.
The Big Session Festival moves to Catton Park
The long-established midlands event The Big Session Festival is moving to a new home at Catton Park, South Derbyshire
Chamber Made
Some of the world’s pre-eminent classical musicians will be performing at the Warwick Arts Centre next month
Of Rock, and Roll
Dave Woodhall watches the return of Half Man Half Biscuit to Bilston.