Live Reviews

James Bay took to the stage of Nottingham’s dazzling music venue Rock City in the latter part of his tour for his new album Leap. After being given the privilege to attend, Impact’s Hayley Lawson reviews....

It's been 10 years since Nottingham legend Jake Bugg first hit the music scene, with his self-titled debut album. The album, which sang of the trials and tribulation of growing up in 'speed bump city' (Clifton), was a success, and an immediate favourite with locals. Holly Lizzie Wilson attended...

Following the release of their fourth album ‘Uncanny Valley’, the Nashville, Tennessee pop-rock band are finishing off their tour in Nottingham. Bringing energy, good vibes, and a whole load of learning and loving to Rescue Rooms. Isabelle Hunter reviews....

After the release of their second studio album, 'Homesick', back in March, Indie Rock band Sea Girls kicked off their UK 'Hometown' tour with enthusiasm and energy at Nottingham's Rock City. Impact's Emily Campbell reviews....

On the 10th of October, Beabadoobee stopped off at Nottingham’s Rock City on the 5th date of her UK/IE Beatopia Tour. After releasing her album ‘Beatopia’ back in July, fans finally got the opportunity to hear the album in an intimate live setting. Impact’s Emily Campbell reviews....

La Triviata is a dramatic three-part opera by Giuseppe Verdi. Originally titled Violetta, after the main character, this play is memorable in so many ways. For three nights only, Opera North have bought La Triviata to Nottingham's Theatre Royal. Impact's Jasmine Butler attended Tuesday's performance, and reviews....

On Monday 7th November, the rapidly emerging band Crawlers graced us with their presence in Rescue Rooms. Following the release of their mixtape 'Loud Without Noise', the band have been touring the UK, taking their fans on a compelling journey of alt-rock greatness. Impact's Lottie Murray reviews....