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UK nightclubs facing extinction: the fight to save cubbing culture
EditorsDec 7, 2024

UK nightclubs facing extinction: the fight to save cubbing culture

The future of clubbing in the UK is under serious threat, as new data reveals an alarming rate of nightclub closures. According to recent figures from the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA), 2024 has already seen an average of five nightclubs closing each week—67 venues in just the first four months. This marks a dramatic… Continue reading UK nightclubs facing extinction: the fight to save cubbing culture
Freddie Mercury 30 years on – remembering the theatrical, eccentric genius
EditorsMay 11, 2024

Freddie Mercury 30 years on – remembering the theatrical, eccentric genius

There is no doubt that Freddie Mercury was a genius: it’s clear in his music, his theatrical performances, and his eccentrically stylised persona. These different art forms constructed a full creative package and made Mercury an icon. As we mark 30 years since his death, we should celebrate the revolutionary lyrics, piano mastery and flamboyant… Continue reading Freddie Mercury 30 years on – remembering the theatrical, eccentric genius
Beyoncé is first Black woman to top Country Album charts
EditorsMay 10, 2024

Beyoncé is first Black woman to top Country Album charts

Beyoncé has made history by becoming the first Black woman artist ever to claim the top spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart in modern country music history. This achievement comes courtesy of her country debut single, “Texas Hold ‘Em,” which not only reached Number One on the country chart but also debuted at Number… Continue reading Beyoncé is first Black woman to top Country Album charts