Hockley Hustle returned this year with a line-up like no other. Creating a parallel universe in which each person could handcraft their own musical world for the day. As a newcomer to gigs, this festival was a masterful intro – whether you’re a seasoned attendee or a beginner. The diverse array of genres, electrifying performances, and salt–of-the-earth artists. The Mic’s Daniela Roux  reports. Pretty Windows, The Angel Microbrewery: My committee and I took a leisurely walk t

The city hosts numerous festivals across its many venues, offering a great way to experience its flourishing scene; Hockley Hustle being just one example. With over 40 venues taking part, and a mixture of music acts, drag artists, DJs, political speakers and more, Hockley Hustle is a vibrant celebration of Nottingham culture. The Mic's Sami De Jong reports. A performance that epitomises my experience was the much loved Nottingham punk band Cheap Dirty Horse . Frontman Finbar

As July comes to a close once again, Truck festival is back. Beth Coldwell reports. If you’re even slightly indie-inclined, chances are you’ve heard whispers (or shouts) of Truck Festival, one of the UK’s most beloved indie/rock events nestled in the stunning countryside of Oxfordshire. Truck 2025 offered a glorious weekend of music, sunshine, and more baked potatoes and beans than you could shake a biodegradable fork at. Thursday evening began with slightly less ease and ch

As August bank holiday rolled around again, it only meant one thing… Leeds Festival was upon us. This year’s festival looked a little bit...

Here it comes again... the end of festival season dawns on us and the sound of autumn is calling. But, not before the finale of the...

In the heart of the country, where the hills roll like a lullaby and cows watch over crowds like benevolent festival guardians, Y Not Festival 2025 unfolded in a glorious celebration of music, community, and the kind of joy that only a cold peach Jubel and a good old UK festival can bring. The Mic's Beth Coldwell eagerly reports on the weekend. Our weekend began with a deceptively smooth drive into the Peak District, a place we already adore. Spirits were high, the sun was s

'Is it really that time again?' I hear you ask. Sure is! And I can't believe it, either! As August approaches, so does a weekend in the...

A festival at a castle in a glen… it sounds magical. And magical it was. Kelburn Garden Party returned for its 15th year of music,...

Following a year off in 2024, Splendour is back in full swing this summer on the weekend of 19 th  and 20 th  July! Nottingham’s...

To usher in the final days of January, Sunday saw the return of Beat the Streets for its seventh year running. Beat the Streets is a...

The end of January is rapidly drawing near, and that can only mean one thing: Beat The Streets is back! On this coming Sunday 26th,...

Concluding an eclectic mix of music at All Points East this summer, The Mic's James Dawson headed to Victoria Park to catch sets from...

End of the Road festival returned last weekend to Larmer Tree Gardens , gathering thousands in the Dorset fields to watch music, poetry,...

Fernhill Farm in Somerset gathers around twelve thousand festival goers each year to experience live acts like no other. Defined widely...

It was a glorious sunny Saturday afternoon in Victoria Park and thousands (including Charlotte Foulkes ) flooded to the All Points East...

As the sun starts to set a little earlier, and the sky is becoming gradually more overcast - mother nature is alerting us that the end of...

Brockwell Park’s Wide Awake 2024 hailed in a seriously solid lineup, to the throng of pinstriped crank-wave veterans and jorta-holic city...

Just as the festival season begins, Faith Hussain takes you through a day at Cross the Tracks... We fuelled up on a spoons full English,...

Dot 2 Dot is back for 2024, promising another year of unforgettable performances and vibrant cultural experiences in both Nottingham and...

Bearded Theory Festival, an annual celebration of music, culture, and community, will return in 2024 with a bang, captivating attendees...