Jerron Paxton

There is something so utterly compelling about his stage presence and his connection to the present moment, that the idea that there might be something anachronistic about his music seems absurd

NEW NOISE! PRESENTS THE GOURDS, ALICE-LILY, SILHOUETTES & ORLO

The future is bright, the future is New Noise!

PANIC SHACK & THE PILL

Nowt particularly new but blooming heck this was FUN

Sari Schorr

The new album is due out in the Autumn and, from this sneak preview performance, it is going to be a cracker.

Andy Hamilton

I say "cosy" not in a snide or condescending way, but because it's simply the best word I can think of describe the warm hearted disposition of the man whose company felt like time spent with the uncle everyone wishes they had.

Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

A stunning and spectacular production.

SPY MOVIE : THE PLAY!

A gloriously comic melange of slapstick, puns, innuendo and parody, all rolled into one super-evil package.

Simon Munnery

I was frequently amused, and remained engaged throughout, but I don’t think that I was able to indicate my appreciation in a particularly audible way. Hopefully this message will go some way to redressing this, as I am confident that I will remember last night for far longer than the other meetings I attended this week.

Ali Bongo

Tabitha caught up with Simon to find out more

First Bus Depot Sprowston Verfied Net Zero

Trett Films

Eliza Delf and The Wilderness

Kids in Glass Houses discuss their new album

Kids in Glass Houses guitarist Iain Mahanty joined me for a quick call just days before the release of the group’s comeback album Pink Flamingo.

The Howlers

Gabby Rivers - Rework Taylor Swift 8th June

Barish - Rework Taylor Swift 8th June

Showdown

This is an absolute MUST SEE for the Spiegeltent. An hour of entertainment perfect for adults, young children and teens alike.

Heka + Compline

Once I settled down to the stop/start format and the realisation that this was essentially a juggling show with a few magic skills thrown in for good measure, there was much to enjoy. The cast were strikingly dressed throughout, the sound and lighting design was perfect, as was the far-reaching choice of accompanying music.

Emma Rawicz

With a saxophone and a talented band, Emma Rawicz blessed the Octagon Chapel with fantastic jazz melodies.

AROOJ AFTAB & WOOLY AZIZ

A glorious start to NNF25

Baque Luar - NNF 2024

Baque Luar is all about the beat, and that is what their first visit to Norwich will be remembered for, long after this year's Norfolk & Norwich Festival has ended.

Apartment House NNF 2024

The musicians’ performance was very respectful of the original album and largely managed to recreate its dark, chilling, chaotic quality while being able to add subtle touches of their personality

An Accident/ A life

Viewed as pure spectacle, this was the kind of grandstanding show not seen at the festival for years, thankfully forestalling what had been a shrinking theatrical component. The bigger question, however, is whether that spectacle served the show's strong autobiographical content.

Laura Misch - NNF 2024

Another wonderfully atmospheric music evening within the Adnams Spiegeltent.

Kitewing

Support local talent. Buy this album. And watch Kitewing soar.

Brown Horse - Reservoir

It’s a brilliant debut with all the flavours and buzz of that very special gig.

Lonely The Brave - What We Do To Feel

Teenage Fanclub - Nothing Lasts Forever

Afternoon Tea - That's Right Afternoon Tea

What the hell is Outline up to you may well say.......... Well we got an invite so why not go along, thought we would send our Jessica along

Brix and Bones

I usually try to surmise at the end of a review, but let’s put our cards on the table: what is to follow is an attempt to do justice to one of the most exciting, most exceptional meals I’ve had in a long time.

Danomey Kitchen @ The Stanley

A month in but Danomey kitchen are serving beautiful plates with a whole heap of great tastes.

Blue's Kitchen @ The Rosebery

Blue's kitchen made their name with their impressive lockdown takeaways, now this was my chance to go out, into the real world, and try it ........

When Rivers Meet

King King - Waterfront Norwich - 10th March

Best of 2023

Our volunteer writers and photographers are STARS. Not only do they trudge along to all kinds of shows and gigs in Norwich, they also take the time to write reviews and take photos so y’all can pretend you were there. Here are some of their personal picks on music and more in the year of 2023!