Coventry approves temporary fire escapes for HMV Empire, despite “undesirable” look, to prevent its closure amid city redevelopment. Coventry Square Emergency Stairs Approved Despite Visual Concerns Coventry will get emergency stairs in a public square. This keeps a live music spot from shutting down. The council approved two temporary fire escapes for HMV Empire on…
Locals see Halifax Piece Hall summer concerts transforming the former mill town into a vibrant music destination. Halifax Piece Hall Music Gigs Give Town an Upgrade Locals Say The Piece Hall in Halifax got a big makeover in 2014. It cost £19 million. It reopened in 2017 with a new look, but still kept its…
Manchester mourns Roadhouse closure recalling its impact on famous bands and music scene. Legendary Manchester Club Roadhouse Remembered Fondly by Musicians It is almost ten years since Roadhouse closed. This legendary club welcomed huge music stars. It sat in the Northern Quarter, on Newton Street. Before Roadhouse, Papa’s Club existed there. Papa’s opened back in…