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Matte moise lle by FE NTY Since its launch last September Fenty Beauty, the makeup brand launched by Rihanna to offer “something for a dark-skinned girl, something for a pale-skinned girl and everything in-between” has proved a massive hit. The latest offering in the range is a range of matte lipsticks that offer mega rich colour without the weight. “Lipstick is all about having fun and expressing your mood at any given moment” says Rihanna. “This collection makes it easier than ever because there’s a colour for everyone.” High-octane pigment meets 14 unexpectedly universal shades to complement all moods, all skin tones, all day, so whether you’re looking for the perfect red, everyday nude, or moody blue, it’s easier than ever to rock the entire rainbow. Rihanna loves changing up her lipstick depending on her current mood or look, so she hand-picked the range of 14 shades that anyone can pull off, with names that embody the personality of each colour. The ultra slim lipstick has a longwearing, petal-soft matte finish, with a light-as-air texture that glides on creamy and stays put—no bleeding or feathering after application. Just swipe on and go! Mattemoiselle Plush Matte Lipstick is available exclusively in stores at Harvey Nichols and online through HarveyNichols.com and fentybeauty.com. www.69-degrees.co.uk

Young buyers seizing chance to join growing

community at stylish waterside development in Leicester

Boasting a range of stylish homes in a tranquil waterfront setting close to the hustle and bustle of Leicester’s city centre, Westleigh Homes’ Wolsey Island development is simply the perfect place for young professionals to call home. Situated in a prime location between the east bank of the River Soar and the Grand Union Canal, Wolsey Island has transformed an area that has long stood as a landmark to the city’s cultural identity while paying tribute to its industrial past – and quick-off-themark buyers have been discovering the fabulous lifestyle opportunities the development has to offer.

A stunning selection of contemporarystyle two, three and four-bedroom townhouses, which were formerly opened by Leicester City Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby, is still available to reserve here, with prices starting from £202,950, £241,950 and £289,950 respectively. The three-storey, three-bedroom Singer home style, for example, offers flexible family living and features a spacious living room, a modern kitchen/diner and a guest cloakroom. The first-floor landing leads to two good-sized bedrooms and a main bathroom, while the top floor is home to a further bedroom and a shower room. What’s more, the Government’s Help to Buy scheme is proving incredibly

popular with property-seekers at Wolsey Island. Help to Buy: Equity Loan enables first-time buyers and those with a property to sell to make a move to a brand new home with an equity loan of up to 20% of the full price of the property from the government with just a 5% deposit and a 75% mortgage. The equity loan is interest free for the first five years.

To find out how you could join the lucky buyers at Wolsey Island, visit the website at www.westleigh.co.uk/ wolsey-island or call 0330 058 0911. Alternatively, the marketing suite is open daily from 10am to 5pm.

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For those looking for a little bit of rock chick chic, the KARL LAGERFELD Spring-Summer 2018 fashion jewellery collection is a riot of colourful crystals combined with playful embellishments and contemporary styling. Fans of the feline will love the Klassik Karl collection inspired by his meowing muse Choupette. This black cat bling ring comes studded with Swarovski crystals and costs just £45. Other highlights of the range include celestial stars and safety pins in the Ikonink range and the simplistic, graphical lines of the Essentials range. Prices start at just £39. Visit karl.com

8 BIT EIGHTIES GAMER Bringing all the best bits from the 80s to the now, vintage gamers are going to love this Retro Handheld Console. Crammed with over 150 old school 8-bit games from classics like Tic Tac Toe and Connect Four to shooting the enemy and collecting coins, you’ll be sure to find some of your old favourites.

Crammed full of local creatives, fine local food, drink, art and craft producers, the Makers Market is back for Spring in Leicester’s New Market Square ( Just behind the main market near the Knight and Garter.)

Bring back all that nostalgia and all the fun (without the need for a bag of coins). Plus it’s portable and fits in your pocket!. The Retro Handheld Console costs £17.99 www.iwantoneofthose.com

Running the first Sunday of each month from 11am-4pm, the Makers Market features makes, bakes and creates from Leicester’s finest creatives. Come along and buy something unique from someone local! If you’re a maker and would like a stall at the market or are a musician or performer then get in touch! Email carey@fu-media.co.uk www.69-degrees.co.uk

Achieve your best real you without the help of Instagram and Snapchat filters with YUGEN, which has just launched in Birmingham. Sure, it’s a clinic that offers the standard fillers and injectables, but it’s so much more – and you need to know about it, as it’s taking the Midlands’ cosmetic surgery industry and shaking it up by bringing a more holistic, but highly qualified GP-led approach to non-surgical cosmetics, skin corrections and wellness. With their help, you can be your best you with #nofilternecessary…

#NOFILTERNECESSARY Who is Dr Jane Holloran? Well firstly I’m a highly qualified GP, with over 20 years’ experience. What made you get into Aesthetics? I decided to utilise my skills in the Aesthetic field, as I realised that I was very passionate about this arena and I was talented in improving the appearance of facial defects and scarring using simple, non-surgical techniques. I still work as a GP, but have also launched YUGEN, a dedicated clinic that incorporates my skills with some of the most innovative treatments, products and machines within the Aesthetic and medical industry such as Coolsculpting®, Laser and nonsurgical aesthetic treatments. Tell us about YUGEN, how would you describe the clinic/ services? YUGEN is an important concept of Japanese aesthetics. The exact translation of the word www.69-degrees.co.uk

depends on the context, but in this case, it means an ‘awareness of the universe that triggers emotional responses too deep and mysterious for words’. Our aim is to make you feel beautiful from the inside out and feel comfortable in your own skin. Our approach is not about beauty, but about confidence in your own skin. Confidence is the key to beauty and we actively encourage patients to make the best of their own features rather than slavishly follow any celebrity trends. It’s about dealing with those areas that make you feel insecure and helping you become the best you. The Edgbaston clinic is situated in a very convenient location within the Medical district of Birmingham and just minutes from the city centre. We appreciate that everyone has busy schedules, so we are really flexible offering late evenings, weekend and out of hour appointments by special arrangement.

What advice would you give someone considering cosmetic work? Well, at YUGEN, we are different because we try to understand the patient before embarking on a treatment plan. The first thing to do is get in touch for a consultation. I may be a doctor, but I’m human too and have my own insecurities about my body, face, skin and the ageing process. I know what it’s like to have a ‘fat’ or ‘bad hair’ day, so I know how important it is not to make drastic decisions on a day when the world appears to be falling apart. Together, we can go through your requirements and what can and cannot be achieved, so that we build a complete treatment plan for you. The journey to being the best you starts here. YUGEN, Highfield House, 2 Highfield Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham. B15 3ED. Tel 0121 455 6974 or visit them online at yugen-clinic.co.uk

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NON-SURGICAL PROCEDURES Non-surgical rhinoplasty is just one of many procedures Dr Holloran specialises in to tackle those areas which have always bothered you and to give you the confidence to feel amazing.

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DR JANE HOLLORAN Dr Holloran MBCHB MRCGP is a highly experienced GP who has been practicing medicine for over 20 years since qualifying in 1995 at University of Wales College of Medicine.

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EAT YOURSELF BEAUTIFUL Kick start spring with a pledge to be beautiful from the inside out with the latest clean-living culinary delights that hydrate, boost energy and improve complexion. From detox tea to rosemary water, we asked the team at HARVEY NICHOLS BIRMINGHAM to select their favourite health treats.

2: Hip water bottle, £14.95: Up your water intake in style with the hippest hip flask around. Its flatter than the standard water bottle meaning its fits perfectly into your bag. No excuses then.

3: Mindful Bites cashew nut and boabab nut butter, £8.95: A premium nut butter without added sugars and preservatives and then blended with superfoods ... what’s not to love.

5: Rosemary Water sparkling water, £3.95: This pure extract drink contains herbal rosemary, hailed by experts and academics as a possible key to a longer, healthier life. 6: Seeplip Garden 108, £28.95: The first distilled nonalcoholic spirit, this sugar-free tipple includes handpicked peas, spearmint, rosemary and thyme. Cheers to a healthier you! www.69-degrees.co.uk

1: Bloom Teas mindpower matcha tea powder, £16.95: Matcha green tea, ginger and ginseng make this the ideal pick-me-up. Add to smoothies, cereal or drink on its own for your daily health kick.

4: Potion London Eat Your Greens supplements, £30: Packed full of beautyboosting, anti-viral, anti-ageing and antioxidant superfoods; the perfect way to boost your fivea-day. 7: Teapigs Clean n Green detox tea, £4.50: With green tea, lemongrass, ginger, coconut and dandelion leaves, here’s a cuppa to help cleanse and refresh.

Products featured are available from the in-store Foodmarket and Beauty Hall at Harvey Nichols, The Mailbox, or online at harveynichols.com

ORIGINL Lisa Lashes Brings New Techno Night To Leicester For over 20 years Lisa Lashes has been filling clubs all around the world and most recently she’s busy producing tracks in her own basement studio which have had full support from Dj’s including the don of Techno Carl Cox! 2018 will see more signings to major labels and Carls label Intec which is one of the biggest techno labels around. Lisa’s passion has always been behind the decks and now Lisa Lashes is bringing her signature underground techno brand, Originl, to Leicester accompanied by a handpicked selection of the finest local and UK talent. Joining Lisa at Leicester’s first Originl will be Paul Jamez (WCIT), Jake Twell (DBE, Nowhere), Madame Twisted (Fixate) and Spencer (Sonido). Doors open at 10pm at Boxed in Braunstone Gate and tickets are on sale now. Keep up to date with what’s in store follow Lisa @djlisalashes

EXTREME THRILLS, SPILLS AND NS ACTION IN QUAD NATIO

Fancy watching an afternoon of extreme sport played by some of the World’s best players? Then you’d best get tickets for the inaugural King Power Wheelchair Rugby Qad Nations tournament, coming to Leicester this March. Paralympic Gold, Silver and Bronze winning medallists from Australia, Japan, the USA and Great Britain will converge on the Leicester Arena from the

9- 11 March for a sporting event filled with thrills, spills, endless energy and extreme action. One of the only full-contact disability sports, Wheelchair Rugby (originally called Murderball) is played by two teams of four who aim to score by carrying the ball across the opposing team’s try line and along the way things tend to get a bit rough...

You can grab tickets from just £5 with special offers available for groups- bargain! www.wrquadnations.com

Chocoholics unite!

Whether you’re nuts about nuts, crazy about caramel, bonkers for biscuits, or frantic for fruit, imagine the chocolate you loved as a child, but reimagined for grown ups... the chocolate bar of your dreams is finally within reach thanks to the Grown Up Chocolate Company’s range of the most indulgent and decadent chocolates. www.69-degrees.co.uk

As reigning European Champions Great Britain will be looking to capitalise on home court advantage as they take on the World’s very best and they need your support.

Reminiscent of the chocolate we used to scoff as kids but reimagined for grown ups only and handmade using only the highest quality ingredients with 41% of pure cocoa solids. We’ve been snaffling down unashamedly indulgent creations like Superb Salted Peanut Caramel, Crunchy Crispy Toffee Trilogy, Glorious Coconut Hocus Pocus and Very Naughty Nutty Nougat and we’re hooked. Each bar costs £2.25 and is available from www.thegrownupchocolatecompany.co.uk

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19 KATE BRINKWORTH I have always been fascinated by stories & have a deep love of film which combines the two elements I thrive on the most: imagery and narrative” says artist Kate a graduate in Fine Art from Nottingham Trent University. “I started to look in depth at the construction of a film: how do images go together to form a cohesive plot and originally used film scenes to look into this but soon wanted to set up my own stills & I began to collect objects that would enable me to do this, dice, insects, cameras, letters, papers, anything I could find that had a sense of intrigue about it. I then played around with setting up small still lifes, lighting them differently, changing the focal point to emphasize a certain item and then working these into paintings. I became more involved in the process of this, enjoying the translation of light into paint, the properties of pigments and the challenge of photorealism. katebrinkworth.com

OHMME Seeing all the offerings of yoga wear available to women, Louis d’Origny and Jonty Hikmet wondered why guys didn’t have the same range of choice So they set about creating OHMME; a socially friendly, environmentally friendly and conscious company that is disrupting the male sportswear industry. Having regularly practiced yoga but been unable to find clothing they wanted to wear, OHMME was born under the brief of style, movement and comfort. ‘Our fabrics are made with your body, and the planet, in mind. I took a lot of time really investigating

sustainable fabrics, which are, for the majority, made from recycled polyester. This is much better for the environment, in terms of the reduced waste and the recycling of materials that already exist. Our fabrics feel cool, are sweat wicking and breathable, so they have all the benefits of great sportswear, with the bonuses of them being recycled and having a reduced environmental impact,’ explained Louis. Having tried them we have to say the quality and the cut is exceptional.

Yoga Hoodie (£62)- we love the thumb holes designed to keep your wrists and pulse points warm and help regulate your body temperature. www.ohmme.com.

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THE WANDERING HEARTS Folk-Americana group The Wandering Hearts are kicking off 2018 with their debut album Wild Silence, out on Decca Records. The band– AJ, Chess, Tara and Tim – recently played Kings Heath’ The Hare & Hounds as a hometown gig for Brummies Tara and Tim. Tara and her family moved to Edgbaston when she was a baby, later living in Moseley. She went to Edgbaston High and Sutton Coldfield Girls School and sang with the Birmingham Opera Company when she

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was a child, then the City of Birmingham Symphony Youth Chorus. Tim grew up in Droitwich Spa, attending Droitwich High School and the University of Wolverhampton. Tara and Tim met at a charity gig and hit it off over their love of folk, Americana and vocal harmonies. Mutual friends introduced them to AJ and Chess and The Wandering Hearts were born. Hearing how naturally their four voices blend together, it’s incredible they met almost by chance. A #DMUglobal trip to Silicon Valley inspired final year Computer Science student Kate Lowe to set up Tech Us Together, a group designed to inform and educate graduates into what roles are actually available to them in the tech industry. Kate Lowe explained “I went to university at 28 thinking I would become a “developer”, because that’s the only job title in tech I knew about. After going on an industry year placement and then to Silicon Valley, I realised there are so many different opportunities across technology that I had never

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heard of and I wanted to let others know about them too!” TUT is designed to bring together people that want to know more about technology by holding Q&As with speakers that work across all areas of tech and not just the ones you expect. They go into schools, sharing industry experiences with students and inspire them to find out more about careers in technology. Find out more at www.techustogether.co.uk

21 Tim Fowler Contemporary Fine Art graduate Tim Fowler’s paintings are recognisable images distorted with strong colour and abstract elements. “I try to capture something deeper, as opposed to literal representation.” You may have seen Tim and his work at Leicester’s LCB Depot where he displayed himself and the creation of his artwork as an art installation in a work called Observe where he lived ‘observed’ in the building’s gallery space.

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Tim uses combinations of acrylic, enamel, gloss, spray paint, ink, graffiti paints, oil sticks and marker pens to create his work alongside techniques including using masking tape, stencilling, broken lines, flat colour, palette knife painting, mark making and the hardest technique making mistakes. Says Tim “I find making mistakes helps me to discover a new sense of direction with a painting, especially if I feel like I've hit a dead end with a particular piece.” www.timjfowler.co.uk

Having assisted photography legend Annie Leibowitz early in her career, Birmingham based Marta Kochanek is a multi – award Commercial and Fine Art Photographer.

medium that let’s Marta express her analytical observations, dreams and fantasies. Her never-ending fascination of people creates a field that she can fill with moody, thoughtful and eye-catching light.

Her creative talents were firstly expressed in the form of human sized sculptures as well as small and very detailed designs of perfume bottles she precisely shaped with a scalpel in her hand. It is where Marta’s attention to detail developed.

She describers herself as annoyingly pedantic and brutally concentrated while she works to achieve her goals. Photography isn’t her job, it’s a ‘soul-feeder’ – in other words something that lets her breath.

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Over the last year, we’ve been covering the progress of Echo Factory, the specialist music school, based in Leicester’s Cultural Quarter. With even first year music degree students landing regular work, the results are promising. We caught up with students Sim Dorset and Pete Cornell, to discuss their recent experiences… Sim: I’ve just come back from a tour of Germany, singing for Adal, an artist who’s developing a good following there. This was the first time I’ve done the indie/80’s synth vibe, so it was good to be pushed out of my comfort zone. Pete: I recently toured with singer songwriter Yakabo. I got a last-minute call and had to learn the material whilst on holiday! The first gig was on the day I was flying back; I landed at 12pm, had to be at the venue for 2pm and the gig was at 7pm. That night was the first time I played with the band. Fortunately, it went well! What challenges did you face on tour? Sim: Being with a small group of people all day, every day. You’ve got to avoid conflict and keep the peace! Sometimes we’d all start singing to cope with the stress or just sleep! What hits you, is that you have a lot of time to yourself. www.69-degrees.co.uk

Pete: You have to force yourself to be sociable, even when you don’t feel like it. You won’t get repeat work if you can’t get on with people. How did you secure the work? Sim: I’d been working at HQ Recording Studios in Leicester, and the owner put me forward. I had to audition over Skype. So, networking is key? Pete: Absolutely! I’d played with the guitarist before and he put me forward. Often, it’s a case of establishing a personality match, doing a good job and then people spread the word. How has studying at Echo Factory helped? Pete: They’ve really developed my musicianship, I’ve gone from being a drummer to a complete musician. It’s essential for the modern industry. Sim: The tutors really know their stuff, my vocals have really improved and I understand the business a lot more. What advice would you give to those seeking a career in music? Pete: Don’t be arrogant, thinking, `I just want to play guitar`, open yourself to the fact that you’ve got to learn other things. Sim: Gain good business knowledge and always be professional on and off stage. Ready to get ahead in performance, production or business? For advice on a career in music or to apply for a course, contact: info@ echofactory.co.uk 0116 253 5657. Follow @ EchoFactoryUK

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RAPER’S RECORD With a wry laugh, former Mansun frontman Paul Draper reveals it was a mere quirk of fate that saved his long-awaited solo album from complete oblivion writes Neil Barston.

According to the Liverpool-born singer, the demos earmarked for Spooky Action had frustratingly gathered dust within the depths of his West London studios, seemingly destined for classic ‘lost album’ status. But after finally summoning the courage to revisit these half-realised songs following a successful spell as a producer, it emerged his sound engineer Ben had accidentally taken the album’s fledgling recordings home thinking they were blank DVDs ripe for recording over. “It’s just lucky we had those demos on DVD-R’s that were not a rewritable format, otherwise they would have ended up as Ben’s recording of Arsenal on Match of the Day. If anyone wants to ask him any more about that, he’s now in my band as our guitarist,” says Paul on the curious course of events. While such an ocean of time elapsed since his former output could easily have put paid to the prospects of a return, it seems there was a strong sense of unfinished business surrounding Spooky Action’s emergence. Though it may have been a long and winding road, persistence has paid off with the album gaining critical acclaim and cracking the top 20 charts. Its performance prompting record label Kscope to embark on a major re-issue of Mansun’s back-catalogue over the next 18 months. Significantly, the band’s vocalist has no interest in being viewed as a nostalgia act, though admits the decision to perform and write again was in part inspired by fans’ devotion. This included several high profile conventions over recent years that ensured the music remained in the public’s consciousness. “I suppose I was a studio person as that’s where I’d been for the past 15 years, but I’ve so enjoyed being out doing the live shows again, It’s been quite an adventure,” remarks

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Paul on the whirlwind events of the past six months, which has seen him move away from production desk duties honing material for the likes of Skin of Skunk Anansie, and most recently being at the helm of the debut album for The Anchoress.

records following the group’s demise. Consequently, by Paul’s own admission, “It’s more likely the Beatles would get back together in their original line-up than Mansun,’ though he explains he has had contact with former drummer Andie Rathbone.

He says he owes a debt of gratitude to those who have carried forth the legacy of the band, which at its late 90’s peak stood on the brink of near stadium-sized fame with the success of their first two albums.

Despite the band’s untimely implosion, there were some notable highs, including the chance to meet Paul’s musical hero Prince while touring in the US. As he recalls, it was an all too fleeting encounter in a VIP club lounge, with the Purple Rain songwriter being surrounded by a typically large entourage. He described his shock death as ‘a massive loss to music,’ as was the passing of his other great inspiration, David Bowie.

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27 “I’ve always been a Bowie fan, and it was great to be able to support him on his tour of Italy back in 97. One night, he just came backstage to our dressing room, chainsmoking a cigarette and he just said how much he liked our music. He insisted we just call him Dave - he was very disarming, and the consummate performer. It didn’t get much cooler than being able to hang out with him,” adds the Mansun singer of one of his favourite touring memories.

terms is something that he is valuing hugely, as he speaks with real hope for future shows and recording. “What’s been happening the past few months has taken me into a whole new world – the response to the new album has been much bigger than I’d thought.

“It’s been a long while since I’ve played the songs As for his latest band from our debut line-up, he enthuses it’s far more complex than it was first time around, Mansun album, and with keyboards adding to depth of their sound. I think certain They’ve even raided the records last the EMI archives for effects that were used on his test of time, former early recordings that will be placed centrestage for the upcoming which this one tour dates. has done. “It’s been a long while since I’ve played the songs from our debut Mansun album, and I think certain records last the test of time, which this one has done. “For the new tour, this will be the first time that we’ll be playing Attack of the Grey Lantern in its entirety, which we didn’t even manage back in the day. “I’m just pleased that fans have seen the new material as a continuation of what we achieved with Mansun,” explains Paul, who had been refreshingly modest about the prospects of his latest material before its release. While he admits that being on an independent label has meant that the sustained promotion afforded to the likes of solo artists such as Ed Sheeran would never be possible, it’s a situation he is entirely happy with. Being able to pursue his music on his own

“We’re putting out a live album based on London show last year at the Scala, which is taking up all my time right now,” admits Paul, who recalls he managed a few drinks with friends over Christmas before swiftly returning to the studio that has almost become his second home.

The New Year has clearly brought key challenges in preparing to head out across the country. But buoyed by a fresh sense of momentum, Paul enthuses that he’s already penned several tracks towards the follow-up to Spooky Action, and feels in a rich creative vein. For someone who has already achieved so much in their career, you can’t help wonder if there’s anything that he would add to a personal wish list of ambitions? “I think to be honest, I would be fine just being a jobbing version of me, I’m happy just doing what I’m doing right now,” adds the singer who is clearly thriving in a rich vein of songwriting and relishing the prospect of hitting the road once more. Paul Draper’ will be at Nottingam’s Rescue Rooms on the 5th March, visit pauldraperofficial.com

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STYLE LIS THE SPRING EDIT: mad hatters, dark denim and sheer lunacy

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Born in 2010 after the chance discovery of a wooden hat making block, Superduper hats have charmed the fashion world with their eclectic collections of handmade hats with design notes from boho to urban and avant garde. With a clothing capsule range on the way, transforming the brand from super duper hats to the super duper hatters crew, you can find the range at Selfridges, yoox.com and lyst.co.uk www.69-degrees.co.uk

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1. Dress £99.99H&M 2. Trousers £35 TopShop 3. Love Moschino Foral Print Jumper £160 Very Exclusive 4. Fuscia Sweater £175 Kenzo, Harvey Nichols 5. REBECCA VALLANCE Saffron Dress £420 Harvey Nichols. 6. Earrings By New Look 7. Popsicle Pump £95 Yull. 8. Marigold Tie Jumpsuit £42 Miss Selfridge. 9. ink Shift Dress £29.99 Zara 10. Bag £35 Faith at Debenhams. 11. Wide leg trousers £35 Next

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EARN YOUR STRIPES Sporty, pin and panelled: secure your style status with SS18 standout stripes. We’re loving fashion’s favourite print in every iteration from graphic chevrons to bright rainbows and the bolder the better. LISA PIDDINGTON, from Harvey Nichols, reveals this season’s wardrobeworthy pieces.

1: Free People striped lace top, £55. 2: Alice + Olivia wrap effect dress, £495. 3: Gucci square-frame glasses, £250. 4: Gucci striped leggings, £480. 5: Loewe canvas espadrilles, £325 6: Loeffler Randall pompom raffia bag, £390. 7: Free People fringed poncho, £170. 8: Kenzo sweatshirt, £230. 9: Victoria Victoria Beckham jumper, £265.

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35 way to add interest and put a twist on an outfit. Occasionally dress codes apply. These restrictions can limit your colour palette. When this is the case, pay attention to beautifully cut tailoring with interesting detailing”, says Suzy. An easy was to look smart and chic throughout the week is to stick to classic items like a white shirt. And get this, shirts that don’t need ironing now exist. Who wouldn’t love a shirt that gives you an extra 10 minutes in bed in the morning! Check our Orvis for wrinkle free shirts in a variety of colours. £85

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There is something quite pleasurable about turning you mind to a new workwear wardrobe ready for the sunshine. Workwear, like any fashion, offers the possibility of reinvention. Maybe it’s because we’ve all lost a few pounds, maybe it’s because we didn’t (I tried..!). Or perhaps it’s the thought of getting our sun kissed glow back, but our Image courtesy can of Outfit. workwear have an air of next season reinvention. Spring / summer workwear can be a daunting prospect. We ditch our darker, polished clothes and hide our tights away. It’s time to get the razor out. Our heavier, polished

winter outfits can make us feel professional and empowered but it’s time to make way for lighter, brighter business attire. Just like anything in your wardrobe, your workwear should be an extension of your personality. “Workwear is essential to get right and feel fabulous in as it’s usually the part of the wardrobe worn the most”, says Suzy Fawke, who has over 20 years’ experience working in high end ladies wear. “Start with a capsule wardrobe; a basic suit including a dress, jacket, skirt and trousers but add some colour and print.

Coats and jackets might be something you don’t think matter for spring or summer, but April showers might make you change your mind. Don’t underestimate the impact of a good jacket. It’s the first thing people notice and the last thing your colleagues will see when you leave work. Finally, if you’re not brave enough to be so bold, try accessorising to bring the spring into your wardrobe. There are many items that will inject a bit of fun, but are subtle enough to enter the boardroom with. At only £35, this Marks and Spencer classic tassel tote bag is the perfect start to revamping your work wardrobe this season and won’t break the bank. Just like this bag will, let everyone know you’re ready for spring. £39.50

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beauty spring clean Forget giving the house a good going over and instead pay some attention to you. HELEN GOUGH, Beauty Manager at Harvey Nichols Birmingham, reveals her favourite luxury must-haves to deep clean and detox from top to toe.

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As the days finally get longer and the temperatures rise, it’s time to shed those winter layers and bare some flesh. But while you may soon be full of the joys of spring, your skin could still be showing signs of the winter blues. A couple of months wrapped up toasty warm with the heating on full blast does little to nourish the complexion, leaving skin feeling dry and looking dull.

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Kick start the new season with some top to toe TLC – forget clearing out the cupboards and turn your attention to giving your skin a spring clean instead. Hard-working exfloliators and scrubs are designed to wash away dead skin cells while cleansers clear out your pores to leave you with radiant, glowing skin.

1: Estée Lauder NightWear Plus 3-minute detox mask, £34. 2: Bodyboom strawberry coffee scrub, £16. 3: Elemis lime and ginger salt glow, £39. 4: La Mer The Cleansing Fluid, £70. 5: Malin+Goetz detox face mask, £32. 6: Skin Laundry nourishing cleansing oil, £26. 7: Pixi peel and polish resurfacing concentrate, £26. 8: MaskerAide Detox Diva facial mask, £5.

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5 10 9 8 13 1: Sport T Shirt £24.99 Hype. 2: PS BY PAUL SMITH Green Jumper £85 Harvey Nichols. 3: Chino £14 Primark 4: Round Phantos Sunglasses £125 RAY-BAN 5: A BATHING APE Pink Camp Cap £115 Selfridges 6: Pink velvet tux blazer £135 Label Lab at House of Fraser 7: Pastel Beanies £2 Primark. 8: Baby Blue Crew £8 Primark. 9: Spiral Backpack In Apricot Marl £25 ASOS. 10: Blush Suede Boat Shoes £45 Burton. 11: Camouflage crew neck sweatshirt £60 Farah 12: Lilac spray-effect cotton jumper £240 Stone Island Harvey Nichols. 13: Striped Trouser £35 Topman

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40 on everyone’s shopping list this season as the trend for extremely long beards is definitely on the wane with the return of the stubble length beard which does require maintenance and commitment.

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THE STYLE COUNsel JAY BIRMINGHAM ON THE KEY SS18 TRENDS THE CLOTHES Men are starting to have much more fun with fashion with creativity and originality being celebrated heavily at the moment. It’s great to see guys experimenting with style and see the interpretation of trends from a unique and individual perspective. One trend that doesnt seem to be going anywhere though is Sports Luxe and Loungewear. With its roots in urban and sportswear it’s a Image courtesy of Outfit. trend still endorsed within celebrity circles with the likes of Kanye West and Brooklyn Beckham opting for the relaxed chic of jogging bottoms, plain t-shirts and bomber jackets . The trick is to keep the palette nuetral and the shape simple. In fact neutral tones are going to be big business www.69-degrees.co.uk

within men’s fashion this season as clothing is moving away from bright, daring colours and leaning more towards pastel tones, stones, taupe, beige and greys.

THE Grooming Men’s grooming has boomed over the past couple of years with more focus on precise facial hair and clean cut hair lines than ever before. Trimmers and clippers are

men’s fashion although there has been an obvious shift in the style and finish of this popular look. A return in longer length can definitely be expected and this contrasted against the traditional fade is a look men love just now. Keep hair light of product for a clean, weightless look and try with the hair pulled back off the face. Pair this style with a beard to accentuate the jawline and bone structure. Pageboy inspired hair is also breaking into the limelight and is another looks that looks well with a slight, understated fade to keep things fresh. Fringes are making a comeback are a great way for guys to experiment without fully committing. The front of the hair can be styled downwards onto your face for a pageboy feel or it can be quiffed upward for a cleaner finish. Jay Birmingham Hair is at Highfield Wellness & Beauty, 23A Highfield Road, Birmingham. B15 3DP Tel: 07984924008

Identity codes This season it’s not about statement pieces ... it’s about statement brands. Forget subtle and low key, showy is SS18’s buzz word so opt for a wardrobe that screams your fashion choices loud and proud.

LISA PIDDINGTON reveals the logo-laden must-haves from Harvey Nichols Birmingham.

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9 1: Dolce & Gabbana T-shirt, £195. 2: Balmain logo T-shirt, £185. 3: Dsquared2 sweatshirt, £310. 4: Givenchy panelled trainers, £525. 5: Dolce & Gabbana logo-print holdall, £895. 6: Givenchy logo-appliquéd hooded sweatshirt, £660. 7: Kenzo backpack, £185. 8: Gucci GG trainers, £630. 9: Valentino logo T-shirt, £225. 10: Fendi neoprene bomber jacket, £915.

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From musthave tattoo moisturiser to the cleanser that delivers, these hero products from House 99 prove looking good shouldn’t be a chore. LISA PIDDINGTON rounds up the latest grooming range from David Beckham.

THE HOUSE 99 SKIN CARE GUIDE EYE OPENER: Enriched

with caffeine and mica, the Truly Brighter Eye Balm (£19) helps brighten and energise. Make sure to smooth from outside of your eye, back to the bridge of your nose to tackle those under-eye bags.

CLEAN SLATE: Purefectly Clean Face Wash (£17) is a charcoal-enriched face gel with peppermint extract and is a surefire route to clearer looking skin. Apply when the face is still wet and rub for a minute, forehead down, to ward off bacteria.

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will be open – giving you a closer shave, with reduced risk of nicks.

THINK PERFECT INK: With more than 40 artistic creations, David Beckham knows a thing or two about tattooed skin. Spray Bold Statement Tattoo Body Moisturiser (£22) directly on to the target area and massage until absorbed. You’ll create a barrier between your skin and the elements, preventing fading or stretching.

THE MULTITASKER: Even the manliest of skin needs protection. Step forward Broad Defense Face Moisturiser SPF20 (£22) which

hydrates and protects against pollution. Plus, a cheeky pinch can be great for taming any Sideshow Bob hair moments.

WELL GROOMED: Softer Touch Beard Oil (£22) is a lightweight and nongreasy oil that will not only keep your beard tamed and nourished, but is essential prep for the skin preshaving.

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NEW YEAR, NEW ROUTES Start the new year with a break to one of the new destinations on offer, direct from Birmingham Airport. Take 2018 as an opportunity to explore places you’ve never visited and indulge in new experiences.

Further afield Make a short hop over to the other side of the pond with Primera Air and discover the fascinating city of Toronto. Or head East with Air India and discover the Indian cities of Amritsar and Delhi. Accessible fares make these destinations perfect for either a long weekend break or an extended holiday.

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chaotic and worlds away from anything you may have previously experienced, Delhi will arrest your senses and create lasting memories. Immerse yourself in culture and incredible food in this city. To learn about the history of India, a great place to start is at The Red Fort. Following this, jump in a rickshaw and tour the bazaars of Delhi in search of handicrafts, jewellery, clothing and saris. Once you’re ready to escape the hustle and bustle of the street, take a seat and watch the world go by in The Lodi Gardens. Extend your trip by stopping off in Amritsar and let it seduce you with its heritage and beauty. The most spectacular sight is The Golden Temple, one of India’s most serene and spectacular sights. It is Sikhism’s most holy shrine, crafted from marble and gold. www.69-degrees.co.uk

Toronto is a dynamic

and buzzing city with a skyline populated by skyscrapers. Famous for the CN Tower and its stunning 360° views, but home to so much more than the typical tourist traps. With so much to see and do, it is hard to narrow it down to just a few recommendations, but our must-do list includes an afternoon picnic beneath the cherry blossom trees in Trinity Bellwoods Park with a macaroon from Nadege, the best French patisserie in the city. Follow this with a day spent in Toronto’s Annex district, a bohemian neighbourhood full of independent businesses and entertainment venues including the Bloor Hot Docs Cinema and Lee’s Palace, the area’s concert venue. Then either check-out Ossington Avenue and grab a signature bagel from Schmaltz Appetizing or Kensington Market, with its gluten free bakery, burrito bar and vintage shops.

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If you’d rather stay a little closer to home there are some exciting new destinations in Europe easily accessible from your local airport this summer. Stockholm, Venice, Bodrum and Dubrovnik are all fascinating cities worth exploring if you’ve not had the chance to visit before.

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individual islands, has recently found itself regarded as one of the coolest Scandinavian cities to holiday in. Built on the water, Stockholm has an air of calm about it, whilst still being a dynamic and modern city to explore. Brimming with museums and interesting buildings, most notably Skansen, the world’s first open-air museum, you’ll leave the city feeling enriched and inspired.

Venice with its Grand Canal,

Venetian buildings and Basilica di San Marco is on the top of most people’s bucket lists. To do the city justice, you’ll need to spend longer than just a few touristy hours there. Stay for at least a couple of nights in the city itself so you’ve got a chance to venture off the beaten track and discover its quieter, narrow backstreets. You’ll stumble across neighbourhood churches, cafes offering cicheti (Italian tapas) and bistros with a plentiful supply of the infamous Venetian prosecco. The best way to take in the city is from the water. Bypass the expensive gondola trips and have a go at being a gondolier yourself in a lesson with Row Venice, or jump inside a kayak and paddle yourself through the city’s canals.

Dubrovnik, in the still fairly

undiscovered southern part of Croatia, is known for its incredible stone-walled Old Town and picture perfect views across the Adriatic Sea. To get the best bird’s eye view of Dubrovnik climb the city walls either first thing in the

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morning or before they close in the evening – the cruise ships will have left the port so the city will be quieter and even more magical. If you are looking to escape the tourists in the peak of the day, Cavtat, just across the bay, is worth a visit. A slightly calmer version of Dubrovnik, with an old Riviera style, the town has a range of harbour front restaurants and bars, and is a perfect boat day trip ride from Croatia’s capital.

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its elegance and culture even through its progression to a popular beach holiday destination. Jutting out into the Aegean and home to an impressive castle, lots of mosques and multiple marinas, the city has an exotic feel and is a fascinating place to discover. To enjoy the best of the coast, head about 20 minutes south of Bodrum to Barbaros Bay with its breath-taking panorama views. A more remote spot with white washed buildings and deep azure haze, this is the perfect place to really relax and unwind.

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Getting there From June there will be direct flights from Birmingham to Toronto with Primera Air and you can fly to Amritsar and Delhi direct with Air India. Jet2.com has launched flights to Venice, Bodrum and Dubrovnik for summer 2018 and SAS has recently announced a new direct route to Stockholm from Birmingham starting in April.

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18TH MAY @ NOTTINGHAM PLAYHOUSE A bold new show, about country legend Dolly Parton, cloning, branding, immortality and death.

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Trainspotting Live

13-17TH MARCH @ CURVE LEICESTER This punchy production recaptures the passion and controversy of the famous novel and globally successful film, and repackages it into an immersive production – the audience are literally part of the show, including the notorious ‘Worst Toilet in Scotland’ scene.

The Play That Goes Wrong

19-24TH MARCH @ BELGRADE THEATRE The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920s murder mystery, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong… does! As the accident prone thesps battle on against all the odds to reach their final curtain call, hilarious results ensue!

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17TH MARCH @ DRYDEN STREET SOCIAL The R&B sensation from Leicester returns to her home town as part of her UK tour following the success of her soulful single ‘Sober’.

20-24TH MARCH @ BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME Following its smash hit runs in London Bill Kenwright’s production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Evita is thrilling audiences once again across the UK.

Gung-Ho!

17TH MARCH @ VICTORIA PARK LEICESTER Some of Europe's largest inflatable obstacles placed around a 5K route open to all people no matter if you're a seasoned marathon runner or if you just fancy joining in the fun, everyone that wants to take part can.

Paloma Faith

21ST MARCH @ GENTING ARENA Paloma embarks on a UK arena tour in support of her latest album The Architect, with a stop at the Genting Arena. www.69-degrees.co.uk

G 16 - 26 AND LOOKIN FOR A CULTURE FIX? Based in the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter, Curve is one of the UK’s leading producing theatres. Each year, the venue creates a number of its own ‘Made at Curve’ productions and also showcases a varied visiting programme of new performances, musicals, dance, drama, comedy and work for young people.

Tom Grennan

24TH MARCH @ ROCK CITY A bluesy, soulful tone balanced with an original indie flair, Tom is guaranteed to make a massive impact on the scene when his music is revealed to fans.

MCM Birmingham Comic Con

17TH - 18TH MARCH @ NEC BIRMINGHAM MCM Birmingham Comic Con returns to the NEC this November for another fun-filled celebration of geeky goodness! Two days of movies, sci-fi, comics, cosplay, anime and gaming, Birmingham Comic Con is brought to you by the team behind MCM London Comic Con, the third largest comic convention in the world.

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Blackstreet + Mya + Case Live

29TH MARCH @ O2 ACADEMY BIRMINGHAM With over two decades of material, Blackstreet have a classic catalogue and will be performing songs of their self titled album 'Blackstreet' as well as 'Another Level and others besides with support from Mya and Case.

RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq The World Tour

27TH MAY @ SYMPHONY HALL Your favourite drag stars return with a fierce new show for 2018 in The Official RuPaul’s Drag Race World Tour! Hosted by celebrity judge Michelle Visage with sickening performances by Kim Chi, Latrice Royale, Shangela, Sharon Needles, Violet Chachki, Valentina and a surprise guest from the all new 10th season!

It’s an exciting space, and if you’re aged between 16 and 26, it just got even better. Curve recently relaunched its FREE 16-26 Membership scheme, offering a range of discounts such as theatre tickets from just £10!, priority booking, access to exclusive discounts at bars, restaurants and shops in Leicester and more - all without paying a penny to sign-up.

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explore this extraordinary era – James Graham’s This House is a searing look at British politics; Truth by Helen Chadwick and Steven Hoggett, looks at the once simple notion of truth in a messy modern age; The Kite Runner highlights a friendship on the verge of war, and Terrence Rattigan’s masterpiece, The Winslow Boy offers a compelling investigation of the fallout on one family of a very different war in a very different time.

TURBULENT TIMES P’S REFLECTED IN THE RE SPRING SEASON

The REP’s new season starts the year with a variety of dramatic highs that will live on in the minds of audiences long after the applause has settled down.

“New times call for new ways of presenting stories and I am pleased to welcome back one of Europe’s most exciting directors, Calixto Bieito, with an ambitious new work, The String Quartet’s Guide To Sex and Anxiety, featuring live music from The Heath Quartet. “For this season I’m particularly thrilled to welcome back two playwrights who have been important figures in The REP’s history: Gurpreet Kaur Bhatti’s latest play, Elephant premièred in February and playwright, David Edgar, marks his debut as a performer, with the auto-biographical, Trying It On.”

The Theatre’s Artistic Director, Roxana Silbert, tells us how stories told across The REP’s three stages mirror and examine the stormy age in which we live.

The REP also offers a special ticket price for people aged 14-30. Preview Club encourages young people to attend more theatre, more regularly. It’s FREE membership offering £5.00 tickets on selected preview performances.

Roxana said: “This season we are reflecting the increasingly turbulent times we live in with stories that

To join simply visit The REP’s website or call our box office, The BOX, on 0121 236 4455.

Equinox presents bam50

sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Dane Baptiste brings his third smash hit show on national tour. Original, provocative and exceptionally crafted, G.O.D. (Gold. Oil. Drugs) explores our worldwide pursuit of wealth, power and pleasure.

30TH MARCH @ REPUBLIC Following on from the exquisite 2nd Birthday, Equinox is more than proud to bring to you a first for the brand. Teaming up with BamRadio to celebrate it’s 50th show they present 2 artists who represent the ethos of BamRadio and the trance community.

25 Years of Sweat 31st March @

HARE AND HOUNDS BIRMINGHAM Sweat celebrates 25 years of existence, with a two-room takeover at the Hare & Hounds.

Wicked

4-29TH APRIL @ BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME Winner of over 100 international awards, Wicked has been casting its magical spell across the world for over a decade

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Dane Baptiste

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headliners and emerging talent and with the aim of showcasing Derby as a respected and valued music destination.

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7TH APRIL IN DERBY Hosting an eclectic mix of big name

16TH APRIL @ RESCUE ROOMS 20TH APRIL @ O2 INSTITUTE BIRMINGHAM Birmingham Duo Lotto Boyzz are pushing their way through the ranks of Afro

THE HOME OF COMPELLING DRAMA THIS SPRING 2 - 17 FEB

Kneehigh Theatre and Birmingham Repertory Theatre present

NOËL COWARD’S

BRIEF ENCOUNTER Adapted and directed by Emma Rice

The timeless love stroy live on stage

13 - 24 MAR

Martin Dodd for UK Productions and Derek Nicol & Paul Walden for Flying Entertainment present

THE KITE RUNNER Adapted by Matthew Spangler from the novel by Khaled Hosseini

A haunting tale of enduring friendship and one man’s journey to confront his past

10 - 14 APR

Pilot Theatre and York Theatre Royal, by special arrangement with STUDIOCANAL present

BRIGHTON ROCK By Graham Greene Adapted by Bryony Lavery

An unmissable version of the gripping noir thriller

24 APR

TO A SIMPLE, ROCK 'N' ROLL . . . SONG. Michael Clark Company It flowers into moments of warmth – particularly in its

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GRAND FINALE Performed by Hofesh Shechter Company.

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Dua Lipa

17TH APRIL @ GENTING ARENA Last year saw her single 'New Rules' hold the #1 spot for two weeks, become gold certified and break 270,000,000 views with the official music video.

24TH â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 28TH APRIL @ THEATRE ROYAL Direct from the West End, the multiaward winning master of mind-control and psychological illusion returns to amaze, astonish and enthral audiences with his latest smash hit show. Bringing together a collection of the very best of his work, Derren Brown: Underground promises a jawdropping experience of magical genius and epic showmanship not to be missed.

Ultimo Hombre

18TH APRIL @ PRYZM BIRMINGHAM Ultimo Hombre offers the chance to play on mind melting gaming rigs and experience life-changing Virtual Reality technology with some of the biggest brands in the business.

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Tokio Myers

27TH APRIL @ O2 ACADEMY LEICESTER Britain's Got Talent 2017 winner Tokio Myers is heading out on his first UK tour since the show, The talented pianist and producer is sure to stun crowds as he performs his hypnotic compositions all over the country.

BSIDE Hip-Hop festival is back for its third year and will take place across the weekend of 12 & 13 May. The popular festival will feature a range of exhilarating outdoor performances, pop-up dance events, interactive talks and live graffiti art alongside an explosive programme of street dance and high-energy workshops. Over the weekend there will be a mix of free and paid for workshops that will be available to book in advance and during the weekend, and a series of hip hop choreographic dance classes for professionals. There will also be a number of school workshops during the Easter holidays with a BSIDE theme, with a chance of performing their created piece at the festival in May. www.birminghamhippodrome.com

ALL THE NU THI It’s all Netflix and no chill this spring as there’s so much to see, hear, play and read that’s new. Here’s our pick. with Charlie saying on Twitter that “it’s not perfect yet”. Having cut his teeth uploading acoustic covers online before making it big with track “Marvin Gaye” which earwormed its way to number one in the UK and going multi-platinum in the

VOICENOTESCHARLIE PUTH The sophomore studio album from American singer-songwriter and producer Charlie Puth, Voicenotes was originally intended for a 2017 release and then for March will actually make its way to the download this May www.69-degrees.co.uk

Streetfighter 30th Anniversary Collection.

anniversary with this special arcade collection for Windows, PS4, Nintendo Switch and XBOX. The collection includes an anthology of 12 classic games as well as online battles to put your fighting skills to the ultimate test. Fans of the series can also access a huge museum mode including character bios and catalogue of music tracks from across the series.

Red Sparrow

The iconic Street Fighter franchise is celebrating its 30th

Jennifer Lawrence stars as a Prima Ballerina who faces a bleak and uncertain future after she suffers an injury that ends her career. She soon turns to Sparrow School, a secret intelligence service that trains

55 The End of the F***ing World. Netflix Following one of our usual Netflix series obsessions we get really weirded out when we realise that the rest of the population haven’t experienced the same box set blindness as us so although The End of The F***ing World is already on Netflix we bet you haven’t watched it and you really, really should.,

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James is a 17-year-old who believes he is a psychopath. He kills animals as a hobby and decides he wants to try killing a human. He settles on Alyssa, a mouthy 17-year-old classmate, after she extends the hand of loneliness to him. Alyssa proposes they run away together and James agrees with the intention of finding an opportunity to kill her. Nice. Based on the comic series by Charles S. Forsman we guarantee you will devour this.

MUSIC FOR CARSTHE 1975 The third release from The 1975 is set to mark the end of an era for the band according to lead singer Matt Healy with a narrative charting the band’s growth from getting their first record deal to selling out arenas. Set to be released on the 1st June Healy told NME Magazine “If you look at third albums, ‘OK Computer’ exceptional young people to use their minds and bodies as weapons. As she comes to terms with her new abilities, Dominika meets a CIA agent who tries to convince her that he is the only person she can trust, unravelling the security of both nations.

or ‘The Queen Is Dead’, that’s what we need to do.... I want people to look back and think our records were the most important pop records that a band put out in this decade.”

FE Fe, a fox-like creature, roams the forest communicating with the creatures and plants within it. The forest creatures are being attacked by entities called the Silent Ones, threatening the forest’s wildlife and Fe sings to creatures to gain their help. These creatures can teach Fe a new song which gives the fox additional abilities through the forest. The game features minimal instructions, requiring the player to experiment and to observe the forest’s ecosystem to determine how to progress.

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Line of Duty writer Jed Mercurio returns with a six-part drama set in and around the corridors of power. Bodyguard, starring Keeley Hawes, tells the fictional story of a heroic but volatile war veteran now working as a Specialist Protection Officer assigned to protect the ambitious and powerful Home Secretary Julia Montague whose politics stand for everything he despises. Responsible for her safety, is he actually her biggest threat? www.69-degrees.co.uk

Brigsby Bear Saturday Night Live’s Kyle Mooney wrote and stars in this charming story about the show “Brigsby Bear Adventures” a slightly sinister eighties children’s television program produced for an audience of one: James. When the series abruptly ends, James’ life changes forever as he sets out to finish the storyline himself. To do that, he must learn how to cope with the realities of a new world that he knows nothing about. We cried. Lots.

Call Me by Your Name

Written by James Ivory and based on the 2007 novel of the same name by André Aciman, this romantic coming of age drama direted by Luca Guadagnino transports us to 1983 where 17-year-old Elio Perlman is spending his summer with his family at their 17thcentury villa in Lombardy, Italy. Oliver, a handsome doctoral student who’s working as an intern for Elio’s father arrives and amidst the sun-drenched splendour of their surroundings, Elio and Oliver indulge in a summer romance with repercussions that will alter their lives forever. www.69-degrees.co.uk

ARDEH M S T E G X R E H S A Asher X's debut EP titled 'Mardeh', released by HQ Familia, is a British Hip-Hop record that juxtaposes organic, rolling beats (Produced by Dise Beats) with abrasive critiques and observations of everyday life in working class Britain. This EP charts Asher X's journey from spoken word urban poet to Hip Hop/Grime rising star. Asher X has recently been part of a campaign by UK charity Headway, that works to help people recovering from brain injury. 'True Romance', taken from this EP, deals with a brain injury that her boyfriend received after being attacked, with all profits going to Headway, who helped him through this ordeal. 'Mardeh' marks the beginning of a cycle for Asher X that sees numerous singles and another EP on the horizon in 2018. Available now from all major online retailers.

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EM-Con

My Dad Wrote A Porno

2ND MAY @ DE MONTFORT HALL, LEICESTER 7TH JUNE @ ROYAL CONCERT HALL, NOTTINGHAM What would you do if your dad wrote a dirty book? Ignore it? Not Jamie Morton. He reads it to the world. Hear the hilarious My Dad Wrote A Porno live as the team behind the smash hit podcast take their sell-out show on tour.

give the people what they want: an epic interactive experience of rants, roasts, battles, stories … and surprises that will make you laugh, cry, cringe and puts the audience in control unlike anything before!

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The Vamps

Dan & Phil World Tour 2018 – Interactive Introverts 2 MAY @ ROYAL CONCERT HALL NOTTINGHAM 22ND MAY @ SYMPHONY HALL BIRMINGHAM Youtubers Dan and Phil present their new stage show – Interactive Introverts. Two internet dwelling, insecure nerds standing under the spotlight to www.69-degrees.co.uk

5-6TH MAY @ MOTORPOINT ARENA EM-Con 2018 will see the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham filled with the very best in film, television and pop culture fandom as attendees, celebrity guests, traders and cosplayers flock to an annual celebration that has become a firm fixture in the Nottingham calendar.

1ST MAY @ MOTORPOINT ARENA 4TH MAY @ GENTING ARENA Coming off the back of their biggest single ever ‘All Night’ with 300 million global streams and a number one UK album, The Vamps will continue to be centre stage in 2018 and will take the midlands by storm.

Derby Film Festival

4-13TH MAY @ DERBY QUAD Derby Film Festival is back for its fifth edition taking place from 4th – 13th May 2018. Expect the usual array of previews,

5TH MAY @ O2 ACADEMY LEICESTER Handmade Festival is a totally independent music and arts festival that takes place every year on May bank holiday

Forbidden Forest

6TH MAY @ THE FOREST DONINGTON PARK A series of unique forest parties at Donington Park Forest in Derbyshire. Forbidden Forest was born as a passionate response to the stagnation of the dance music festival and clubbing circuit in the UK.

Everywhere 2018 with Patrick Topping

6TH MAY @ STEALTH NOTTINGHAM One of the most in-demand names in dance music, Patrick Topping leads the line-up of Nottingham's Biggest Indoor Dance Event

I'm About To Lose Control And I Think Joe Lycett

25TH APRIL @ NOTTINGHAM PLAYHOUSE 10 & 11TH MAY @ NEW ALEXANDRA THEATRE BIRMINGHAM Pop in and see Joe Lycett on his brand new stand-up tour, where he'll be sharing jokes, paintings and some of the internet trolling he's been up to recently.

B-SIDE Hip-Hop Festival 11TH-13TH MAY @ BIRMINGHAM HIPPODROME A weekend takeover of dance and rap

studio. Local singer-songwriter Hayley has penned a memorial song for Jodie, but the makeshift band canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem to agree on what their late friend would have wanted from a musical tribute.

battles, live music, workshops and graffiti in the streets around the theatre.

The Leftovers

24-28TH MAY @ BELGRADE THEATRE From Sheep Soup Productions, creators of hit Rita Ora musical Mrs Green. 16TH MAY @ O2 Following the ACADEMY BIRMINGHAM sudden death of Following the Jodie, occasional release of her gig reviewer and long-awaited second the definition of album, Rita Ora misadventure, some will embark on seven of her friends dates in the UK join forces in a before heading to 2FMC 69 advert_v2.pdf 1 16/02/2018 10:14:05 Nottingham recording the rest of Europe.

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28TH MAY AT GENTING ARENA The festival is set to return for its biggest year to date with not one, but two major headline artists! Pop Punk titans Good Charlotte will be joining the previously announced emo-rock legends Jimmy Eat World. Their co-headline performance is set to be a defining moment for the festival.

Dot to Dot Festival

27TH MAY IN NOTTINGHAM The UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Premier Festival for unearthing the best new talent, Dot To Dot Festival, returns to Nottingham for its 13th edition.

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A search for Birmingham’s brightest and best musicians/ music industry professionals is underway as the ‘Birmingham Music Awards’ hosts their first ceremony on May 2nd. The organisers of the BMAs are on a mission to bring together the best of the city’s contributors to music. Backed by some very exciting music industry heavyweights, entrants can submit their work for several different categories including Best Song, Best Male, Best Female, Best Band, Best Live Venue, Best Urban Act, Best Newcomer, Best Radio Station, Best DJ. Submissions are welcome from anyone across the region who has passion for music and their city. Enter at www.birminghamusicawards.com Deadline for submission is 18 March. www.69-degrees.co.uk

GONNA BE A BLINDER!

Boy’s get out your flat caps, dust off your tweeds and girls get ready with your best flapper moves as the Peaky Blinders are taking over the Midlands this Spring. With two sell out shows already planned in Leicester, this homage to twenties Midlands’ gangland tomfoolery offers a hedonistic night of drinking, dancing and gambling to a backdrop of roaring twenties wildness. Entertainment on the night includes Live Post Modern Swing band and a DJ set curated by The Shelby Sound System who will be spinning some of the choice cuts from the TV hit series Peaky Blinders including the theme tune by Nick Cave as well as bands such as the Arctic Monkeys, The White Stripes & The Black Keys just like the tv show. Guest will be joined on the dancefloor by some of the finest burlesque dancers in the country as well as an eclectic host of 1920’s show girls to keep you entertained throughout the night. The next event is at Saltbox Nottingham, 28 April. and it’s gonna be a blinder! To grab tickets or to find out more visit www.2funkytickets.co.uk

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& NOTTINGHAM BAR DS RESTAURANT AWAR Nottingham’s bar and restaurant elite came out in force to celebrate the newly branded Nottingham Restaurant & Bar Awards at Colwick Hall Hotel. A record breaking 48,609 votes were received from the public, after which, the nominees were passed to independent judges representing the world of food and drink; journalists and critics, industry experts and assessors, in order to deliver a final verdict, making the decision process clear and unequivocal and valued by the industry. This year’s winners included Sexy Mamma Love Spaghetti for Best new Restaurant, World Service for Best Cocktail, Hockley Arts Club for Best Bar and Bar Iberico for Restaurant of the Year.

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Beat the Streets - the all-day music festival staged to help the homeless smashed through its fundraising target of £100,000 this year. Taking place across venues in Nottingham, thousands turned out to watch storming sets from the likes of Sleaford Mods, Ferocious Dog, The Invisible Orchestra, Lawnmower Deth, Rolo Tomassi, Kagoule and Eyre Llew. Organisers DHP Family has now confirmed the festival will become an annual event with the next Beat the Streets scheduled for January 2019. As well as raising vital funds, the festival is also raising awareness of the growing homeless problem in Nottingham. The money raised from Beat the Streets will go to Framework, the charity dedicated to improving the lives of homeless people. Donations can still be made by texting BTSN81 followed by the amount they wish to donate to 70070 (so to donate £3 you can text ‘BTSN £3’

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66 other. “At one point, I started giving my dad some interior design advice about having the desk at a particular angle by the window and he said ‘why don’t you get your own house?’ There’s a little bit of tension around. Still, there are some changes afoot in Tom’s life and the good news is that he’s passed his driving test at the third attempt. “I had a lovely two to three years of learning; it was like another degree and I feel very happy that I can drive. What I want to talk about in the show is that sense of moving forward. I think a lot of people experience those around them running ahead and sometimes if you’re not in the same boat as them (if you’re not getting married or not owning your own home) you can feel a bit left out. For me, I wonder, well, is what they’re doing necessarily better? So, I’ll talk about weddings and some hen parties that I’ve been invited to. I don’t quite know when that started, when gay men began to be invited to hen dos. I don’t think lesbian hen dos invite a straight bloke along so they can sit in front of Sky Sports.”

ABSOLUTELY TOM ALLEN If you’ve availed yourself of any TV panel show lately you are sure to have seen Tom Allen pop up- simply one of the most erudite acts in British comedy, this man’s profile, and no doubt his dander, is up! Never happier than when he’s tossing out quotes from the poet William Henry Davies or lyrics from the movie Grease, Tom is positively purring about his upcoming tour of the land for new show, Absolutely, coming to Curve 15 April and Warwick Arts Centre on 26 April. And early preparations have been proceeding most agreeably. “I like to do a preview around the house, maybe for some teddy bears: they’re a gay social grouping that I know. You want it to feel fresh and invent around it and add things and you want to be relaxed about it. Last year I talked a lot about things in my past and this time I wanted to do something about my present which admittedly remains dogged by my past because I’m still living with my parents.” Living at home with his parents will inevitably lead to some friction, no matter how much they love each

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You’d have assumed that having passed his driving test, a sense of liberation, freedom and extra bon vivant would have washed over Tom as he took to the open roads of the United Kingdom. Not a bit of it. “Because I couldn’t afford my own insurance on a car, I got insured on mum and dad’s Ford Fiesta Zetek. The boot doesn’t open, which is not a euphemism. The car is maroon which is great because it goes with nothing, and so clashes no matter what I wear. There’s moss on the back windows and the wing mirrors are being held on by gaffer tape. To quote from the song Greased Lightning, it’s a real pussy wagon.” Motoring issues aside, as someone who clearly has a deep love of language, you can imagine Tom joyfully revelling in the discovery of new words. “I do like words. I learned the word esoteric just the other day: ‘that which is created or delivered for a specific audience or an audience with a specific reference point’. I don’t know if I’m esoteric; I think I’d like to think I was, but in reality I’m actually very ordinary. But isn’t that the thing, it’s the game we all play, the secret we all hide is that we’re actually the same as everybody else. I do say the word ‘absolutely’ quite a lot and last year I called my show Indeed. They’re just words for saying yes, and it is important to say yes to things and to live life to the full as much as one can.” Get tickets at tomindeed.com

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