World leaders and veterans gathered in France on Thursday to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. King Charles and the Prince of Wales both made speeches praising the bravery and sacrifice of those who served during the campaign to liberate Nazi-occupied north-western Europe. The King laid a wreath at the British Normandy Memorial… Continue reading D-Day: King and world leaders attend emotional D-Day events
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Vaughan Gething: Uncertain first minister can carry on – Labour MS
Jenny Rathbone, a Labour member of the Welsh Parliament, has expressed doubt regarding the future of Vaughan Gething’s role as first minister after he lost a confidence vote on Wednesday. Two Labour Senedd members were absent due to illness, which led to his defeat. Ms Rathbone has said that it is an uncertain environment and… Continue reading Vaughan Gething: Uncertain first minister can carry on – Labour MS
76% of new artists say that music career is financially unsustainable
According to a study conducted by Toolroom Academy, 76% of new artists say their music career is financially unsustainable. The report, titled ‘From Mix to Mainstage – The Blueprint for Emerging Electronic Artists’, was created in collaboration with Audience Strategies. The objective of the study was to identify and understand the barriers that emerging artists… Continue reading 76% of new artists say that music career is financially unsustainable
Spotify CEO claims cost of creating “content” is “close to zero”
Spotify CEO Daniel Ek caused an uproar among fans and artists after claiming that the cost of creating music or “content” in the modern world is “close to zero”. In a tweet, Ek remarked that people can now easily share an incredible amount of content with minimal expenses. However, his statement received backlash online, with… Continue reading Spotify CEO claims cost of creating “content” is “close to zero”
Sports Banger is giving a Glastonbury DJ set to a key worker
Sports Banger, a DIY fashion, pop culture, and rave brand, are providing a DJ slot for essential workers to play at their Glastonbury takeover. The lucky selector will be given the opportunity to say “thank you” by performing at the opening ceremony of the Shangri-La Glastonbury stage. The company has called on nurses, teachers, junior… Continue reading Sports Banger is giving a Glastonbury DJ set to a key worker
New 25,000 sq ft warehouse venue to open in Bristol, PROSPECT
Prospect, a new 25,000 sq ft warehouse venue, is due to open this summer in Bristol’s St. Philips neighborhood. The newly renovated cultural space will take over the same venue as Bristol’s former Propyard, which had a capacity of 2,000 and became uncertain earlier this year when its website went down and was labeled as… Continue reading New 25,000 sq ft warehouse venue to open in Bristol, PROSPECT
Anthony Stocks raped girl and pushed her brother off cliff
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The humble heroes of D-Day who rarely spoke of wartime
As the world commemorates the 77th anniversary of D-Day, the stories of those who fought and died on the beaches of Normandy are still being retold today. One such story belongs to Ronnie Fraser’s father, Ralph. Ralph was a Jewish refugee from Nazi Germany who fled to Britain in 1939. In June 1942, he joined… Continue reading The humble heroes of D-Day who rarely spoke of wartime
“First of its kind” UK garage musical to head to London, Bangers
London’s Arcola Theatre will be hosting a groundbreaking UK garage musical next month called “Bangers”, featuring a live DJ in a blend of theatre and gig. The show is written by Danusia Samal and directed by Chris Sonnex. Its premiere took place last year at Edinburgh Fringe, and it was also shown at the Soho… Continue reading “First of its kind” UK garage musical to head to London, Bangers
Kirk Field’s Rave New World book to hit the stage with new theatre show
The book Rave New World by Kirk Field is being adapted into a theatre show, set to premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe festival this summer. Titled Rave New World: Acid House Cabaret, the one-man show will run for two weeks at the Edinburgh comedy club Other Yin from August 13th. The show, which chronicles Field’s… Continue reading Kirk Field’s Rave New World book to hit the stage with new theatre show