Maverick artist Bob Log III is coming to renowned Digbeth venue The Night Owl for an all day Rock and Roll Party on the 11th March 2023. Bob Log III is the Crown Prince of punk blues, and puts on absolutely unforgettable live shows, in a fair world he’d be filling stadiums. Bob claims his left […]
Author Archives: Brum Radio Writers
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Feb
Feb
By Max Dobney Long time no see Mom Jeans. Almost 5 years since their last sighting in Birmingham, Mom Jeans. were back for a night of guitar-heavy grooves at the o2 Institute in Digbeth, Birmingham. Opening was IDestroy to provide a ripping riotous perspective on the female experience of punk. Oso Oso travelled across the […]
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Sep
Sep
A chaotic night in the best way possible. See all of these acts if you can. Gig review by Henry Fox With a last minute drop-out, the show was already off to a chaotic start. As people filed into the iconic Victoria in Birmingham, a mysterious opener armed with only an acoustic guitar and harmonica […]
22
Aug
Aug
By Henry Fox What’s Going on Around Here? Last night was a blood-pumping rollercoaster at Dead Wax Digbeth, the small black box of their gig space being filled with the sound of screams and drumming – The culprits? Hardcore and metal bands Johanna Rey, Callous Hands and Respire. Promoting the event was Surprise You’re Dead Music, a […]
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Jul
Jul
Words by Ross Carley After an incredible run from local band Karkosa including big headline shows, a UK tour, reputable support slots and even sold-out shows in South Korea, it’s sadly time to say goodbye to the indie-rock group we’ve all come to know and love since 2013 when they first emerged. This month, the band […]
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Jun
Jun
Words by Ellie-Mae Fenn. With the government’s latest announcement delaying the ease of restrictions, venues up and down the country have been forced to reschedule and postpone events once again, much to their horror, but how can you help? With the industry starting to come back to life, Birmingham was preparing to welcome our […]
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May
May
On the 17th May 2021, live music returned to the UK. Taking stock of this, Brum Radio’s Danny de Reybekill attended his first gig in over a year, courtesy of the Hare & Hounds in Kings Heath. For the most part, live music really has been on hold. Save for a short period where outdoor […]
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May
May
Words by Ellie-Mae Fenn, interview by Ross Carley. It’s no secret that the industry has been hit hard by the pandemic, with many of our favourite venues shutting their doors to regular gig-goers for close to 14-months. So, with the Government announcing the go-ahead for venues to reopen on May 17th, a surge of hope […]