Review: Let It Be

By Josie Howie ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿà Let It Be is a tribute-act meets musical which walks, or rather dances, us through The BeatlesÔÇÖ history! The cast consists of only 5 members (the 4 Beatles and an extra member to play ÔÇÿthe bits they donÔÇÖt have enough hands forÔÇÖ) so donÔÇÖt expect a huge chorus of backing singers, but expect what you might imagine a rock ÔÇÿnÔÇÖ roll … Continue reading Review: Let It Be

Review: Pale Waves – My Mind Makes Noises

By Isabel Cosford ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿå NMEÔÇÖs ÔÇÿUnder the RadarÔÇÖ winners Pale Waves are releasing their brand new album My Mind Makes Noises on September 14th, which is anticipated to ripple through the charts next month. If you havenÔÇÖt already heard of them, Pale Waves are a mix between Swedish pop duo Icona Pop with The 1975 who also look a bit like a gothic rock group. … Continue reading Review: Pale Waves – My Mind Makes Noises

The Future of CardiffÔÇÖs Street Food

By Josh Ong Street food throughout the UK has seen a meteoric rise in the last decade. With ever increasing growth of ÔÇÿGrab and GoÔÇÖ convenience food within the culinary industry, street food vendors have begun to find a more grounded position in the nationÔÇÖs food sphere. Indeed, for the last 5 years there has been a notable boost of events popping up around Cardiff … Continue reading The Future of CardiffÔÇÖs Street Food

Interview | Paul Richards: Serial Showman

By Max Modell The Tim Minchin of drums? An ugly Hugh Grant type? Or just another lanky, awkward, middle class comedian? Who is Paul Richards? Drummer, playwright, comedian, novelist, film maker and all-round nice guy, Paul Richards is certainly all of these things. An Edinburgh Fringe fanatic, Paul performed 85 times at last yearÔÇÖs festival. However, this year he is taking on even more, bringing … Continue reading Interview | Paul Richards: Serial Showman

Fancy and Fresh Water Infusion Recipes

By Angharad May LetÔÇÖs be honest, drinking the recommended daily amount of water can be as much a chore as Harvard referencing, so several years ago I bought myself one of those cheap and cheerful water infuser bottles. It was my most-prized kitchen gadgetÔǪuntil it broke. Does this mean one has to go all-out and spend a small fortune on a fandangle bottle? Not at … Continue reading Fancy and Fresh Water Infusion Recipes

REVIEW: Route 66 Movement ÔÇô We Are Followers EP

By Rowan Lees ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿå The Route 66 Movement is a grand project, there is no mainstay line-up, the music will pass over from one person/group to another without mention of names, and this original EP serves too as a humanitarian effort in partnership with Meal-A-Day. The music itself has a classic singer-songwriter style delivered entirely with voice and guitar, both by the founder of the … Continue reading REVIEW: Route 66 Movement ÔÇô We Are Followers EP

Films and TV Shows that get the university experience just right

Fresh Meat by Isabel Cosford University can be a dauntingly awkward experience, whether youÔÇÖre a hot-shot singleton, a career-ridden bookworm, or troublemaker with a serious attitude – which is why the U.K. hit series Fresh Meat is a must-watch for all students either continuing their studies or for those who are about to indulge in the shameless and shabby world of higher education. Fresh Meat … Continue reading Films and TV Shows that get the university experience just right

Summer Holiday Essentials

by Jenna Dowling [click on the images- we’ve only gone and added links for you to online shop these essentials- you’re welcome!] With summer in full swing IÔÇÖm sure many of you are preparing to jet off. Here are some summer essentials for whether youÔÇÖre sunning yourself in the South of France or, rather less glamorously, working away your student debt and spending your days … Continue reading Summer Holiday Essentials

LightÔÇÿn free berry-licious ice cream – Summer Bakes

By Josie Von Jascheroff In this day and age, veganism is the latest craze of both environment and fitness. But even if youÔÇÖre not a vegan, this light and delicious dessert will rock your summer evenings. With the scorching heat both abroad and in the UK, desserts need to satisfy sweet cravings and leave us feeling light enough to dash in for a pool dip. … Continue reading LightÔÇÿn free berry-licious ice cream – Summer Bakes

A run-down of the 2018 Mercury Prize shortlist

by Abigail Thomas ItÔÇÖs that time of year again! That period where the most prestigious annual music award bears light on the best British Albums of the year. The Mercury Prize has payed homage to an array of artists and genres, aiding many new-starters, old timers and icons of the music industry. This year it bears a colourful cast at varying stages of their career, … Continue reading A run-down of the 2018 Mercury Prize shortlist

Simple and Fresh Water Infusion Recipes

By Georgia Evans Procrastination is my thing. The dishes, my washing, deadlines ÔÇô IÔÇÖll put it off until the last possible second. But thereÔÇÖs one thing that you bet IÔÇÖll achieve every single day without failÔÇô drinking my two litres (minimum) of water. Not only do I genuinely enjoy a great glug of H20, I notice such a difference in my brain function, energy level … Continue reading Simple and Fresh Water Infusion Recipes

Anthony Bourdain: Celebrating The Life of One of The WorldÔÇÖs Most Iconic Chefs

By Katie Duffin Known for his candid attitude and unrivalled passion for food, throughout his lifetime Anthony Bourdain became one of the worldÔÇÖs most iconic chefs. On one side, his love for the culinary arts and will of adventure led him to all corners of the world, on the other, his sharp-witted writing quickly made him one of the most influential chefs of all time. … Continue reading Anthony Bourdain: Celebrating The Life of One of The WorldÔÇÖs Most Iconic Chefs

Review | Kendal Calling, Lake District

by Rowan Lees ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿå Kendal Calling returned to Lowther Deer Park for another year of drinking, dancing, music, and general festivities. The line up saw acts as varied as The Libertines, Bugzy Malone, and Super Hans of Peep Show fame (ÔÇ£IÔÇÖve accidentally run to the Lake DistrictÔÇØ). Sadly a few of the promised and anticipated acts, including Hans and pioneering rap group Run DMC, were … Continue reading Review | Kendal Calling, Lake District

The World Cup- Pushing People to Travel since 1930

As we wave goodbye to the world cup, we also wave goodbye to a union of nations that brings people and cultures together. Not to mention providing us with the absolute unexpected. This tournament saw England last longer than Germany, Spain, Portugal, Argentina and Brazil, underdogs Croatia make it to the final, and title holders Germany knocked out in the group stages. We also saw … Continue reading The World Cup- Pushing People to Travel since 1930

“Our music develops from a positive attitude” – an interview with LYLO

Interview by Courtney Moody So, if I can start by getting you guys to introduce yourselves and your position in the band? Mitch: Sure thing ÔÇô IÔÇÖm Mitch, I play guitar and I sing. Jack: IÔÇÖm Jack ÔÇô I play bass. Niall: IÔÇÖm Niall ÔÇô I play the synthesiser. Iain: IÔÇÖm Ian and I play the sax. Justin: IÔÇÖm Justin and I play the drums. … Continue reading “Our music develops from a positive attitude” – an interview with LYLO

Review | LYLO, Gwdih┼Á

by Courtney Moody ÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿàÔÿà Gwdih┼Á,┬áor more commonly referred to as the ÔÇÿcolourful pubÔÇÖ,┬áwith its rainbow┬áexterior and vibrant swirls – is a true reflection of the creative minds that perform there; whether that be in the form of poetry recitals or live music. The intimate bar is a home-from-home for many students; with plenty of beer bottles, comfy cushions and quirky d├®cor in sight. The vibe … Continue reading Review | LYLO, Gwdih┼Á