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ICC Wales Appoints New Co-Chair & Director in Post-Pandemic Recovery

ICC Wales appoints new co-chair and director

International Convention Centre Wales appoints Mark Rhydderch-Roberts as co-chair and Alan Wilkins as director to drive post-pandemic recovery. Learn how these changes will boost Welsh economy.

UK's Top 10 Concert-Obsessed Cities Revealed - Leeds Tops List

Leeds Named UK's Most Concert-Obsessed City

New 2025 study reveals surprising UK concert hotspots. Leeds beats London and Glasgow to become the nation's most music-mad city. See the full top 10 ranking.

Middlesbrough Music Project Secures £100k Youth Music Grant

£100k Grant for Middlesbrough Youth Music Project

Musinc receives major £100,000 Youth Music grant to support young musicians in Middlesbrough facing barriers. Discover how this funding will create inclusive music opportunities until 2028.

15 Most Expensive Vintage Band Shirts for November 2025

Top 15 Priciest Vintage Music Shirts Revealed

Discover the 15 most expensive vintage band shirts for sale in November 2025, from Kylie Minogue to Metallica. Explore the booming market for rare music memorabilia.

MeMe Detroit's Spectacular EP Fundraiser Lights Up Digbeth's Deadwax

MeMe Detroit's Spectacular EP Fundraiser in Digbeth

Birmingham artist MeMe Detroit delivered a spectacular EP fundraising show at Deadwax in Digbeth, featuring special guests and a vibrant mix of acoustic and full-band performances. Discover the highlights of this unforgettable evening.

Wales Unemployment Hits 5.7%, Highest in UK Nations

Wales unemployment reaches 5.7%, highest in UK

New ONS data reveals Wales has the highest unemployment rate of any UK nation at 5.7%, its highest level outside the pandemic in nearly a decade. Explore the figures and political reactions.

Sam Fender Donates £25k Mercury Prize to Music Venue Trust

Sam Fender donates Mercury Prize to music charity

Sam Fender donates his entire £25,000 Mercury Prize winnings to the Music Venue Trust, supporting grassroots music venues across the UK. Discover how this act helps the music ecosystem.

Welsh Retail Revival: Footfall Surges Across Shopping Destinations

Welsh Retail Footfall Surges 7.1% in March

New data reveals Welsh retail is outperforming other UK nations with significant footfall increases in March 2024, offering hope for high streets and shopping centres.

Music World Mourns: Squeeze Bassist John Bentley Passes Away at 68

Squeeze Bassist John Bentley Dies Aged 68

The British music scene is in mourning following the death of Squeeze bassist John Bentley at age 68. Bandmate Jools Holland leads tributes to the influential musician who helped shape the sound of one of Britain's most beloved bands.

From School Desks to Chart-Topping Success: The Birmingham School That Forged Music Legends

Birmingham School Alumni Sell 280 Million Albums

Discover the extraordinary story of Birmingham's Moseley School, where former pupils have collectively sold over 280 million albums worldwide, creating one of Britain's most remarkable educational success stories.

Musical Mavericks Unleashed: Rosalía's Epic 'Motomami' & Danny Brown's Raw 'Quaranta' Hit the Airwaves

Rosalía & Danny Brown Release Revolutionary New Albums

A seismic week for music lovers as Spanish superstar Rosalía drops her revolutionary 'Motomami' album while Detroit rapper Danny Brown delivers his deeply personal 'Quaranta' - two contrasting masterpieces redefining their genres.

Bargoed Carer Kelly's Heartwarming Triumph: Wales Care Award Celebrates Local Hero

Bargoed carer Kelly wins Wales Care Award

Discover how Kelly Jones, a dedicated carer from Bargoed, won the prestigious Wales Care Award for her extraordinary compassion and commitment to care home residents.

Welsh Water Under Fire: Performance Falls Behind Other UK Water Companies

Welsh Water Performance Lagging Behind Competitors

Exclusive investigation reveals Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water is lagging significantly behind competitors in key service areas, raising concerns about value for money and environmental performance.

Birmingham's Historic Digbeth Institute Transformed into Premier Music School After Planning Victory

Historic Birmingham venue becomes music school

A landmark Birmingham music venue is set to become a state-of-the-art educational facility after planners greenlight the ambitious transformation project in the city's cultural quarter.

National Lottery Boost for Welsh Heritage: Alabaré's Veteran Stories Project Secures Vital Funding

National Lottery backs Welsh veteran heritage project

A groundbreaking heritage project preserving the stories of armed forces veterans in Wales receives significant National Lottery Community Fund support, ensuring their experiences are remembered for generations.

Welsh Government Unveils £2.7bn Draft Budget: What It Means for Public Services

Welsh Government unveils £2.7bn draft budget plans

The Welsh Government has published its draft budget for 2025-26, revealing a £2.7bn spending plan focused on protecting frontline services amid ongoing financial pressures. Discover where the money will be spent.

Download Festival 2026 First Acts Revealed: Rock Titans Set to Dominate Donington

Download Festival 2026: First Acts Revealed

The legendary Download Festival has announced its first wave of acts for 2026, featuring rock royalty and metal giants at Donington Park. Early bird tickets are selling fast!

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