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Picked guitars, ghostly harmonies and instruments that flit in and out like butterflies. Philadelphia duo @ (pronounced “at”) have landed on our radar with Autosmile, their first album for 4AD and a masterclass in understated psychedelic folk.

Start with the near seven-minute title track, where Victoria Rose’s multi-tracked vocals prove less really is more.

Main Features

From America’s Got Talent to fiercely independent artist: Marq Sutton was blown away by Courtney Hadwin’s blues-soaked, story-filled show at Rough Trade Nottingham.
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The Smiths, Simple Minds and a dash of Pulp’s sleaze: Marq Sutton reviews What’s In Between, the debut album from Melbourne post-punks Radio Free Alice, ahead of their UK tour
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As the denim market continues to grow and evolve, the investment potential of jeans shows no signs of fading. Your jean box might be worth some serious wonga.
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Art Fest returns to Nottingham this November with a programme of exhibitions, artist-led workshops, talks and events exploring how we can build a city for artists.
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Big sounds, bigger choruses: Marq Sutton reviews Kid Spirit’s new EP The Electric Glow of the Sun and reckons arenas and festivals beckon.

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From arena spectacle to grassroots gems, Marq Sutton takes a tour of Nottingham’s live music venues, and the places you might just catch the next big thing.
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Winnipeg dream-poppers sundayclub brought their dreamy gut-punch pop to The Grove. Marq Sutton reviews the show and talks origins, influences and touring with Courtney and Nikki, plus why they’d want Morrissey, Liam Gallagher and Matty Healy bickering in the crowd.

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New York songwriter Coco Smith shines a light on life’s greyer areas with nuanced beauty. Marq Sutton dives into her superb album You Won’t Get My Message but You’ll Hear It and new single ‘Twomac’.
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From marine biologists to a cheeky mums’ routine and a Dolly Parton tribute, Marq Sutton was at Vibez Danceworks’ high-energy annual showcase.
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Ferocious guitars, big hooks and the sleazy swagger of Suede: Marq Sutton reviews The Howlers’ new album Heavy, ahead of tonight’s Rough Trade Nottingham date.
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Ever heard of ambergris? Sometimes called ‘whale vomit’ or ‘floating gold’, this strange substance comes from the digestive system of sperm whales and can be worth an absolute fortune.
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From Oasis to Slipknot, gig tickets have entered silly territory. Marq Sutton asks what the hell is going on, and why your money might go a lot further at a grassroots gig.

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Where do you go for a late-night pint, a hidden rooftop beer, retro gaming or possibly the best rock playlist in Nottingham? New NottsRocks contributor Marq Sutton has a few ideas.
In his first piece for us (we were mainly checking he could read and write), Marq takes us around six of his favourite Nottingham drinking spots, from well-known haunts to a couple of places you might have walked past without ever knowing what was hiding inside.
So, what’s Notts got? According to Marq, quite a lot.

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It started as a beer cruise to Calais in 1990 and it hasn't stopped since. Seven days paddling the Dordogne with Jimi and Andy. A Rugby World Cup tour of northeast France with Ant, no matches attended, one car flattened by a tree. And now ten days every summer with the boy, Paris then the Normandy coast, all of it on a train. A long read on food, wine, beaches, castles and why France just works. Read
It’s the ketchup on a certain dish that’s the most controversial. Read
From late nights in Camden to cocktail-fuelled adventures in Manchester's Northern Quarter, our writer makes the case for ditching the routine, rounding up the lads, and rediscovering that kid-on-a-holiday buzz. No itinerary required, just a group chat, a hotel booking, and a willingness to see where the night takes you. Next stop: Berlin.

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Nottingham's own Daft Funk launched new album Welcome to Funktronika, with a masked, tracksuited and gloriously filthy night of dirty beats, sax appeal and dancefloor crownings. Marq Sutton was down the front.
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With over 120,000 tracks uploaded to streaming platforms every single day, standing out as an independent band is tougher than ever. We spoke to artists about the reality behind the music—the time, money, and mental load it takes to keep going. From £1,000+ just to release a single to juggling gigs with day jobs, this isn’t a hobby—it’s a full-on hustle. Our latest feature dives into the unseen struggle behind the grind and why your support—buying tickets, sharing songs, turning up—matters more than ever. Read Feature
Sunflowers From You Last Forever by UK artist Joshua Benmore is a vibrant oil and acrylic on canvas that radiates joy, romance, and memory. Standing in a field of towering blooms, the central figure is wrapped in sunflowers – a symbol of thoughtful gestures that linger long after the moment has passed. Bright, spontaneous, and deeply personal, the work captures both love for another and the importance of self-acceptance. True to Benmore’s “romantic escapism,” it’s a piece that makes you pause, reflect, and feel the sunshine of nostalgia and belonging. Read Review

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