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LIVE: Shrimp Eyes w/ Callum & The Pookies & Alfresco Love Sounds @ The Sunflower Lounge

Birmingham is a city of culture and has a bustling live music scene; travelling from Cardiff to this wonderful city was made worth it when seeing three excellent bands including Shrimp Eyes are the epitome of what makes it full of life. On Friday night, Birmingham truly blossomed in the intimate and charming Sunflower Lounge, for the bands first date of their 'Wondering EP Tour'. The atmosphere was enigmatic, with fans excited and ready for a night of perfect indie pop sounds.

INTRODUCING: Basic State

Meet Basic State, a thriving band who formed in Cardiff, South Wales. Creating a name for themselves in the local music scene and far beyond by building a incredible reputation for mesmerising live sets, selling out iconic venues across the country.

Welsh Music Prize 2025 shortlist announced

The shortlist for the Welsh Music Prize 2025 has been announced, with 15 artists in the running once again for the prestigious award and £10,000 prize money. Molly Palmer announced the list on BBC Radio Wales in her Tuesday evening show ahead of the award ceremony in October.


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