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Let me tell you about a weekend that completely restored my faith in sustainable fashion. The Good Clothes Show rolled into Manchester on November 8-9, and honestly? It was everything the conscious fashion movement should be – vibrant, accessible, and refreshingly free of pretension. More Than Just Another Vintage Fair Held at a buzzing Manchester venue, The Good Clothes Show isn't your typical sustainability lecture disguised as a shopping event. Instead, it's a thoughtfully

Photo By Sam Wall Røry’s Newcastle show in November felt less like a standard tour date and more like a communal exhale, an evening where catharsis, connection, and raw storytelling took centre stage. Performing to a packed crowd at Northumbria University, Røry turns vulnerability into spectacle, transforming songs born from grief, addiction, and heartbreak into something defiantly celebratory. It was a night that proved why her following has grown so fiercely loyal. The musi

Following many triumphant headline shows at the concert series in 2024 and this past summer, Forest Live has announced that musical icon and legendary hitmaker Nile Rodgers and his band CHIC will bring their ultimate summer party to Forestry England High Lodge, Thetford Forest on Thursday 18 June. Support for the show comes from incredibly funky Special Guests The Brand New Heavies .    Nile Rodgers is a Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame inductee, a Songwriters Hall of Fame induc

Looking for gifts that stand out this Christmas thoughtful, practical, and a little bit cool? This curated guide brings together tech essentials, style saviours and portable sound that transforms any moment into something special. Whether you’re shopping for a creator, a globetrotter, a sneaker obsessive or the life-of-the-party friend, these picks deliver joy long after the wrapping paper is gone. For the Adventurous Creator SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD From £90.99 - sandisk

Let's be honest - finding the perfect beauty gift can feel like navigating a maze of serums, palettes, and fancy packaging. Whether you're treating yourself (no judgment here!) or shopping for friends and family, I've rounded up the best beauty buys this festive season. From indulgent skincare to playful makeup, consider this your curated guide to gifting sorted. Advent Calendars 🎁 L'Occitane Luxury Advent Calendar L'Occitane's advent calendar is basically a love letter to H

Some places feel instantly alive, and Ziggy Green is one of them. Celebrated as one of the best places in London for its imaginative brunch and radiant energy, this lively destination has become a favorite for both locals and travelers. Sitting on a charming Regent Street corner, the restaurant glows with personality, its very name and spirit paying homage to David Bowie’s legendary alter ego, Ziggy Stardust. Fittingly, it stands just steps from Heddon Street, the iconic loca

Photography By Federica Burelli A sea of vans paired with a long-sleeve top under a band t-shirt (me included) streamed into Newcastle’s Utilita Arena last Saturday (15th November) as The Offspring returned to the city for the first time in decades for their Supercharged Worldwide Tour. This somewhat felt like a homecoming for the Newcastle fans after waiting so long for a return headline, and joined by special guests Simple Plan, this really was a special one.  The anticipat

Let me tell you about something that's genuinely got me excited this Black Friday. NUXE – you know, that gorgeous French skincare brand with the cult-favorite dry oils – is offering some seriously impressive deals on Amazon right now. We're talking up to 30% off, which for a premium brand like this, is pretty remarkable. The Star of the Show: Huile Prodigieuse If you've been anywhere near the beauty world lately, you've probably heard whispers about NUXE's iconic Huile Prodig

Support:  James Bruner, Autumn Kings Venue:  Leeds University Stylus Date:  October 2025 Rating:  ★★★★★ When Those Damn Crows  roll into town, you can count on two things: thunderous riffs and an audience ready to roar right back at them. At Leeds University’s Stylus, the Welsh rock heavyweights proved once again why they’re one of the UK’s brightest live forces — delivering a set brimming with passion, grit, and that unmistakable Crows swagger. Rolling in to the fair city of

The rising pop sensation expands his intensely personal story with the deluxe edition of Tension , opening up about shared heartbreak, finding community, and the awkward honesty that fuels his ambition. The vampire aesthetic synonymous with Haiden Henderson —all sharp lyricism, leather jackets, and an intentional, moody gloom is the perfect reflection of an artist who pours the most vital parts of his soul into his music. His recent project, the Tension  EP (and its newly rel

Irish rock band Ash have returned with ‘Ad Astra’, a colourful and energetic record featuring a mix of indie rock, power pop, and electronic synth that comes together to create a very solid album perfect for fans of the 90s rock sound.  The album kicks off with ‘Zarathustra’, an instrumental that mixes the original theme from 2001: A Space Odyssey with an exciting indie guitar riff. It sets the tone for the album well: punchy rock bangers with a theme of space and stars tucke

As MCM London Comic Con rolled into its second day, the ExCeL Centre once again transformed into a buzzing celebration of cosplay, sci-fi, fantasy and all things pop culture. With more than 100,000 fans flocking through the doors over the weekend, the event proved once again that Comic Con is the beating heart of fandom in the UK. The Stars Take the Stage One of the biggest draws of the day was Superbad and How to Train Your Dragon star Christopher Mintz-Plasse , who charme

Photography By Sam Wall On October 13 th , Manchester rock quartet Pale Waves opened their ‘Still Smitten’ tour in the North East with an impeccable set at Sunderland’s Fire Station.  The Fire Station is a fantastic venue, intimate without being cramped, right in the heart of the city. I’ve always preferred smaller venues for the atmosphere they create – making you feel as though you’re on stage with the artist themselves. With general admission seating and standing, fans cou

From the moment we entered the lobby at the venue in the ExCel London (Royal Docks), it all felt very, VERY REAL - we truly felt like participants gearing up for something big. The welcome team greeted us, handed us our bibs and wristbands, and the set-design pulled us in immediately: the dormitory block, the neon lighting, the giant red guards looming overhead ... What we LOVED The Red Light, Green Light game was genuinely tense. When the doll mentiones "red light" twice i

From the moment Neil Hannon and his six‑piece ensemble stepped onto the stage at the Barbican, there was a sense that something both celebratory and deeply personal was about to unfold. This was more than a concert; it was a journey through time, feeling and memory, held together by craftsmanship, wit, and a voice that still surprises in its clarity and warmth. Hannon’s stage presence is quietly charismatic: sharp‑suited, mildly theatrical but never ostentatious. He greets th

On a damp September morning in London, Kingfishr are still buzzing from the night before. The Irish trio, made up of Eddie (vocals/guitar), McGoo (bass), and Fitz (drums) have just come off stage from another sold-out UK show, and instead of nursing hangovers or catching up on sleep, they’re sitting down to talk about Halcyon, their long-awaited debut album. It’s a moment they’ve been building towards since they first emerged in 2021 with their soaring folk-rock sound: stormy

THE MAGIC MOD – aka Ben Taylor – is a card magician and entertainer of huge esteem who can proudly count himself as a member of the exclusive Magic Circle fraternity. Born in Crawley in South London, he now lives in Belfast and has previously supported The Libertines, Paul Weller and The Brian Jonestown Massacre on tour, all people he can now call friends alongside the likes of Liam Gallagher, Shaun Ryder and Rick Witter.  Ben has appeared on Sky Sports Soccer AM , considers

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In a small Brixton kitchen back in 2011, two friends set out to make burgers the honest way but also simple, British, and built around great ingredients. That’s how Honest Burgers began: with a love for local produce, handmade chips, and a promise to keep things real. What started as one tiny restaurant has grown into a nationwide favourite, but their passion for quality, craft, and flavour has never changed. This October, Honest Burgers are serving up their latest seasonal s