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FYA FOX latest release ‘Need It’ is a compelling alt-pop hit

JackProverbs September 7, 2021 No Comments alt-popalternativealtpopmusicfyafoxmusicpopmusicpopstar

The alt-pop artist FYA FOX returns with her new powerful, independence track ‘Need It’ – a banging song for the autumn season. FYA is the…

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East London rock band 'Chapter and Verse', who have released their latest single 'After Midnight'
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London rockers Chapter and Verse state new intent with latest single ‘After Midnight’

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Finding something truly unique in rock music is, without question, quite a challenge. The line between derivative and being ‘different’ for different’s sake can be…

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Leicester’s Easy Life provide perfect summer soundtrack with debut ‘life’s a beach’

HelenBarber June 7, 2021 No Comments Album reviewalternativeeast midlandseasy lifeLeicestermusicpopR&Breviewrock city

The fast-growing Leicester band Easy Life are back with their debut album, ‘life’s a beach’. With the album’s release date brought forward to 28 May,…

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Our top picks for this year’s Halloween entertainment

Katie Green October 29, 2019 No Comments alternativeautumnnight outoctoberwhats on

Whether you prefer your Spooktober activities to be booze-fuelled or sober, there’s always something to do in and around Notts – it’s time to whip…

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3 tips for not drinking at Uni

Jessica Goddard October 4, 2019 No Comments alternativenon drinkingNTUstudent life

You may be off to uni and thinking well I don’t drink or don’t fancy the lifestyle usually associated with freshers and the stereotypes. Maybe…

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Dot to Dot Festival 2019: A showcase of Nottingham’s vibrant music scene

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Nottingham may not be the biggest city, but the cultural talent that was on offer at Dot to Dot surpassed populated distinctions. A festival that…

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5 products you can change to help the environment

Jessica Goddard May 17, 2019 No Comments alternativebambooenvironmentfishmother natureoceanPlanetplasticplatform magazineproductsscienceshampoosustainabilityworld

Scientists have estimated that there will be more plastic than fish in the sea by 2050. Here is what you can do to save our…

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