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Bas Bevan
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Redbrick (University of Birmingham),
The Indiependent
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Music, Arts, Culture
Bas Bevan’s Journalist Portfolio
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BRITs 2025 Award Selections
Basilica
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After a huge year in music, especially in Britain, we pick who should win each category in this year's BRIT Awards.
Top Performances of 2024
Basilica
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A reminiscent look back at the best shows we had the pleasure of attending in 2024.
Review: Bastille - "&"
Basilica
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A bold and intelligent concept album showcasing Bastille's strength of captivating storytelling.
Review: Wunderhorse at Manchester Academy
Basilica
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An un-improvable performance from arguably the most exciting band around today.
Oasis Live '25 International Stops Announced
Basilica
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The most talked about musical event of recently memory looks to be heading off around the world.
Mystical and Historical Wonders of Herefordshire
Basilica
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An exploration of some of the fascinating sites in Herefordshire, both historical and link to myths and legends
Review: ZAYN - ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS
Basilica
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A far cry from 2016’s Mind of Mine, ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS is a tasteful and frank tribute to classic sounds and song writing
Track Review: Alienated // ZAYN : The Indiependent
The Indiependent
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ZAYN's 'Alienated', from the forthcoming album ROOM UNDER THE STAIRS, showcases a new stripped-back sound that allows us to feel part of his emotional journey. Bas Bevan reviews.
The Experience of The Cheltenham Festival in 2024
Basilica
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The four fabled days of the Cheltenham Festival have again raced by, but despite its issues it is still an unequivocally magical week
Track Review: Showtime // Catfish and the Bottlemen : The Indiependent
The Indiependent
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Following a turbulent few years for the band, Catfish and the Bottlemen have released their statement new single 'Showtime'.
British Landscape Art's Battle Against Popular Taste
Basilica
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How paintings of the dramatic British landscape overcame artistic tastes to become celebrated on these Isles and around the world.
Reading and Leeds Festival 2024: First 10 Acts Are Announced
Basilica
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The first ten artists who be taking to the stage at Reading and Leeds Festival 2024 have been announced and will once again feature six headliners
Review: Nothing But Thieves at The Resorts World Arena, Birmingham
Basilica
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The perfect arena rock show possible in 2023 delivered almost effortlessly delivered by one of the most forward-thinking bands around
Review: Royal Blood at The Halls, Wolverhampton
Basilica
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After almost ten years, Royal Blood are still a must-see attraction and can stand alongside anyone in terms of live performance