Lakeside Arts Centre, Nottingham
Posted April 20, 2009 – 6:30 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
The Lakeside Arts Centre is actually a number of venues based at Highfields Park in Nottingham and run by the University of Nottingham. It’s a lovely setting – a beautiful lake and grounds, and two cafes: Café L and Aqua. Look here for jazz, classical music, celtic dance etc. read more »
The Maze, Nottingham
Posted April 19, 2009 – 9:19 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
The Maze describes itself as “a music venue … with an eclectic music policy and a good atmosphere”.
What do people say about the Maze?
“Music is the key at Maze with a huge range of bands and DJs to tickle your fancy and fine liquid refreshments to quench your thirst”.
“…laidback atmosphere and great alternative club and live music nights”.
“It’s a cosy music venue, the sort of sweaty little den where live music was made to be played. As well as bands, Maze hosts DJs and stand-up comedy nights”.
“Punks, rockers, folk-y sorts and all-round music fans turn up to mosh about and swill beer. Real-ale fans like it and students come here, too”.
“The fact that it has such diversity and has maintained a traditional feel, while constantly moving with the times, makes this a very special place. And it’s not pretentious”.
“This is one of those places you’ll be glad you found. A comfortable environment with a good mix of people and music, it’s perfect if you’re looking for a venue of substance rather than pretence”.
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About NottinghamMusic.com
Posted March 26, 2009 – 10:49 pm in: Site InfoNottinghamMusic.com is a website created to provide a free, useful guide to Nottingham Live Music Venues and other Nottingham music resources.
Many of our venues in Nottingham have their own websites and there’s also LeftLion which provides up-to-date event listings.
NottinghamMusic.com is not intended to replace these great sites, but to act as a compliment to them, bringing you an overview of Nottingham Music Venues, selected event listings, Nottingham Music Shops, venue news and articles of interest.
Have you got a website, venue, event or band you want to list on this site? Just post a ‘comment’ below (or email jen@nottinghammusic.com) and we’ll check it out. Please leave contact info for us. Articles, reviews and details of forthcoming events are very welcome! read more »
The Golden Fleece, Nottingham
Posted March 26, 2009 – 10:19 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
The Golden Fleece was bought out by the people who run Detonate and given a complete overhaul. It now offers good food (winning the best bar food award at the 2007 Nottingham bar awards) and good drinks, alongside good live entertainment. Their events are usually listed on the Left Lion listings as well as on their MySpace page. read more »
Nottingham Royal Centre
Posted March 26, 2009 – 9:57 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
Nottingham Royal Centre comprises of the Nottingham Royal Concert Hall and Theatre Royal. The Concert Hall used to be the main venue in Nottingham for live music but the Arena has now taken this role. The Concert Hall still has a good selection of acts, including orchestras, comedians and dance acts plus rock bands and solo artistes from all over the world. The Theatre mainly shows plays and ballet.
Nottingham Arena
Posted March 25, 2009 – 9:38 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
The Nottingham Arena doesn’t need much introduction. Hosting up to 10,000 people, it provides live music, international ice shows and sporting events. It’s also home to the Nottingham Panthers Ice Hockey Team.
Expect huge names to play here – currently (at time of posting) there’s Lionel Richie, Simply Red, the Progidy (an awesome band to see live), Girls Aloud, Boyzone, Neil Young… and many more. Great sound for really big bands but if you want to see them up close, go early and stay through the support acts to secure your place. read more »
Nottingham Southbank Bar
Posted March 25, 2009 – 9:19 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
The Southbank Bar on Nottingham’s world famous Trent Bridge is owned by the same person that owns The Approach just off the market square (David Willans). It proudly claims to offer more live music than almost any other bar in Nottingham. Popular acts include the “laid back groovy dad jazz sound of The Wise Guys”, the “full on indie rock of Performance and The Establishment”, Roy De’ Wired who also plays at The Approach, the acoustic Herb Birds, the fabulous Fab 4, Urban Intro and Sticky Morales. There’s live music on five nights a week, entry is free, check the website and flyers for full listings. read more »
The Approach, Nottingham
Posted March 25, 2009 – 8:32 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
The Approach in Nottingham is owned by the same person that owns Southbank Bar on Trent Bridge (David Willans). It offers good food, drink and a diverse range of entertainment. Many of the acts who play at the Approach also play at the Southbank Bar so it’s worth checking both websites and picking your favourite.
As a live music venue, it’s a bar, with a small raised stage and dance floor. Nottingham bands frequently play here – current regulars include Roy de Wired, Urban Intro, The Joe Strange Band, Kris Ward and the Richie Muir band. The quality of bands is always very good although it’s a great shame the fabulous ‘Fab 4′ no longer play here. read more »
Nottingham Malt Cross
Posted March 25, 2009 – 8:06 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
Tucked away on St James Street, just off the market square, Nottingham’s Malt Cross is a beautiful and relaxed venue for music, exhibitions and eating/drinking, set in an old Victorian Music Hall. They offer fairtrade coffee and juice, beer and great food. In terms of live music, there are open mic nights, resident bands and smaller artists read more »
Nottingham Rescue Rooms
Posted March 25, 2009 – 7:47 pm in: Nottingham Music Venues
What’s it about?
It’s a great venue, just round the corner from Rock City (near the Theatre Royal) in Nottingham. The venue is pretty small which means when you get an awesome band playing there (like the Bravery, for example) it’s like having your own private gig. read more »
