by James Nicholson. The 1975 have returned to the UK with a tour which they claim is them ‘at their very best’. After seeing them at Bournemouth International Centre on Monday night, I am inclined to agree. Last year saw the release of their fifth studio album, which...
Southampton-based samba rock band Tuto Tribe play homecoming gig at Whiskey Blue
Southampton-based samba rock band Tuto Tribe will be playing a gig on home turf next month, when they take to the stage at Whiskey Blue on Friday, 24th February. Brazilian extrovert, Tuto, and his tribe of musicians perform joyful, fun-fuelled and interactive shows with their modern, bright Brazilian sound...
Southampton listings, January 10 – 16
What’s the cut of for wishing people a happy New Year? Whatever it is, In Common would like to wish you one, and to say that if one of your resolutions was to Do More Stuff or words to that effect, or just if you’re looking for something different...
Fergus McCreadie brings his blend of jazz and traditional Scottish music to Turner Sims Southampton on February 14
The 2022 Scottish Album Of The Year award-winner & 2022 Mercury Prize shortlisted pianist and composer Fergus McCreadie, one of the most exciting young talents out of the new UK jazz scene, begins his extensive sixteen-date UK tour this week, bringing him to Southampton’s Turner Sims on February 14....
Reader’s letter: Tips for trying Veganuary
Hints for those trying Veganuary: 1/ Don’t throw away meat and dairy you have already in your fridge/freezer/cupboards. Eat it as you go along but don’t buy anymore. 2/ Avoid vegan forums/pages etc because there will be ‘that’ vegan who burns anyone who slips or asks an innocent question....
Dancefloor pioneers Leftfield come to Bournemouth as part of UK tour in May
Electronic and dancefloor pioneers Leftfield have announced This Is What We Tour ‘23 in support of their acclaimed new album This Is What We Do. Taking place in May and June, the tour includes dates rescheduled due to illness as well as new dates across the UK, kicking off...
Interview: Everybody’s Talking About Jamie’s John Partridge
By Hugh Montgomery. Getting to dress-up must be one of the most fun elements of an actor’s life, and in that respect John Partridge is certainly relishing his new role playing Hugo, aka frustrated drag artiste Loco Chanelle, in the new tour of hit musical Everybody’s Talking about Jamie....
Positive Money Solent teaming up with Southampton Tenants Union to help the people of Southampton
Positive Money Solent and Southampton Tenants Union will be talking to people on the streets of Southampton this month. The two groups will be at Kingsland Market from 11am to 2pm on Thursday 12th January with both a Positive Money stand and a Southampton Tenants Union stand. “If you...
Preview: Lucy Porter, Wake Up Call
Following a successful run at the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, comedian, actress, writer, voiceover artist and podcaster Lucy Porter is set to embark on a national tour of her critically acclaimed show ‘Wake Up Call’, bringing her to Totton and other dates across the region this spring. ‘Wake-Up Call’...
Preview: The 1975 at Bournemouth International Centre
Formed in Manchester in 2002, The 1975 have established themselves as one of the defining bands of their generation with their distinctive aesthetic, ardent fanbase and unique sonic approach. Being Funny In A Foreign Language, the band’s fifth studio album, was recorded at Real World Studios in Wiltshire, United...