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November 20, 2024

43,000 Lego bricks used to make famous Black Country singer at Birmingham Bullring - can you guess who it is?

News|23 hours ago

November 18, 2024

Emotional evening in store for Zayn Malik as he takes to stage at The Halls Wolverhampton

November 16, 2024

When Beatlemania came to town - a look back at the West Midlands in the 1960s

Nostalgia|Nov 16

November 15, 2024

Recording studio bus tours Walsall with dozens of savvy students having a go at content creating

Walsall entertainment|Nov 15

November 12, 2024

Rock legend Roger Daltrey set to play Wolverhampton as part of solo tour

November 8, 2024

Big names announced to headline as popular forest concert series returns to Cannock Chase Forest

Cannock Chase|Nov 8

Britain's Got Talent star Amy Lou puts on a big show to help Wednesbury coffee group keep dancing

November 3, 2024

Liam Payne’s funeral plans get underway as his body is repatriated to the UK from Buenos Aires

October 30, 2024

Haydn's The Creation to be performed by Stourport Choral

Your World|Oct 30

Coming to Bridgnorth - Robin Nolan Trio: For The Love Of George Harrison

Your World|Oct 30

October 29, 2024

New music by Wolverhampton singer Liam Payne to be released following his death

October 27, 2024

Live shows in Wolverhampton: 30 photos showing superstars who have graced stages in our great city

Wolverhampton entertainment|Oct 27

October 26, 2024

'Those were my last words to him' - Liam Payne's school friend shares memories of late singer

Homepage|Oct 26

October 25, 2024

Liam Payne: All One Direction studio albums return to UK top 40 as fans mourn singer's death

Wolverhampton entertainment|Oct 25

West Midlands chosen to trial new pilot scheme to train hospitality workers to tackle sexual violence and harassment

Petition calls for permanent Wolverhampton memorial for Liam Payne

Wolverhampton|Oct 25

October 21, 2024

Review: Trumpeter Steve King leads a storming night of big band music

Staffordshire entertainment|Oct 21

Motown superstar Lionel Richie is coming to the West Midlands – find out more here

Endearing photos released of Liam Payne taking to the stage as shy teenager in Wolverhampton

October 20, 2024

'We can live forever': Thousands of Liam Payne fans pay tribute to Wolverhampton singer at Birmingham vigil

Birmingham Diwali Mela: Thousands prepare to celebrate Diwali at Victoria Park in Smethwick

What's On|Oct 20

How aristocrat from Shropshire kept 'rock god' Eric Clapton company during his darkest days

Nostalgia|Oct 20

October 19, 2024

Liam Payne vigil in Birmingham: Fans of Wolverhampton singer prepare to pay tribute in the West Midlands

October 17, 2024

Stourbridge music legends to be honoured in the town centre with iconic artwork - full details here

Stourbridge|Oct 17

October 15, 2024

'Captivating' folk-pop trio to play Stourbridge gig this weekend

Your World|Oct 15

October 4, 2024

'The song had them in tears': Wolverhampton-born musician releases charity single to raise money for health staff

Wolverhampton|Oct 4

September 29, 2024

I fell for £600 Oasis tickets scam and felt so bad I threw up in my garden in the West Midlands

September 27, 2024

Teenage singer vows to carry on career despite looming homelessness from no-fault eviction

Property|Sep 27

September 25, 2024

The Ultimate Elton John Concert Experience coming to Pelsall!

Your World|Sep 25

Beverley Knight at The Halls: Wolverhampton singer returns to her home city and wows fans with a stunning performance

September 24, 2024

Beverley Knight returns home to Wolverhampton - we take a look at the soul singer's rise to stardom

Wolverhampton|Sep 24

September 23, 2024

Music legend Sting to play Cannock Chase gig next year - tickets on sale this week

Cannock Chase|Sep 23

September 20, 2024

Why Birmingham date will be extra special for Kylie Minogue as world tour announced

September 18, 2024

Chase and Status set to emulate their iconic Boiler Room set with live band in Birmingham

Prodigy the latest super group to swap stadiums and arenas for the chance to play Wolverhampton Civic Halls

September 17, 2024

Charity gig in memory of guitarist's brother

Your World|Sep 17

'Gutted': Bay City Rollers reveal disappointment after tour van stolen in Walsall

September 16, 2024

Stourbridge musicians turn out to Black Country Cowboy star Guvnor Pete Boddis as he celebrates his 80th birthday

Stourbridge|Sep 16

September 15, 2024

Wolverhampton Oasis fan who queued nine hours in bid for reunion show ticket finally gets one

September 14, 2024

Watch: Legendary pop act has van 'with all their gear' stolen during Walsall stopover

'Ticket pricing needs to be looked at' – Legendary front man speaks ahead of Wolverhampton visit

Wolverhampton|Sep 14

September 12, 2024

Wolverhampton DJ aims for the stars, eager to unite fans at Nas show after party!

Your World|Sep 12

September 11, 2024

Meet the Black Country Cowboy preparing to celebrate his 80th birthday for the ultimate gig

Stourbridge|Sep 11

September 10, 2024

Broadcaster Stuart Maconie ready to return to the West Midlands for celebration of the music he loves

Birmingham entertainment|Sep 10

September 9, 2024

UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell to perform intimate show in Wolverhampton

Wolverhampton entertainment|Sep 9

From the Pageant to the Planes: Kupid the King to rap his way into RAF museum

Your World|Sep 9

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell announce 'Up Close and Personal' show in Wolverhampton

Your World|Sep 9

September 7, 2024

'I was asked to come up with eight songs that defined my life' - Editor Mark Drew braves Inside Tracks on Wolverhampton's WCR radio

Nostalgia|Sep 7

September 6, 2024

The 16 best bands to come out of the Black Country, according to locals

September 1, 2024

Resorts World Arena at the NEC in Birmingham announces a new name