Bands

An eclectic mix of local bands and musicians have been chosen to play at this summer’s Exeter Festival.

The free afternoon of music takes place in Exeter’s Northernhay Gardens on Saturday 6 July.

Earlier in the year local bands and musicians were invited to pitch for a slot at the Exeter Festival, which runs from 5 to 7 July.

A total of 29 acts applied to play and these were whittled down to a final six by a judging panel which included local presenter Chris Dinnis. Organisers Exeter City Council have now revealed the full line-up for the afternoon session – over...

The 12th annual Lapstock Music Festival is set to be the most memorable yet as the longest lunar eclipse this century will take place on Friday evening to provide a spectacular backdrop for festival goers and dedicated stargazers.

The eclipse gives the moon an eerie deep red tinge when it passes through the shadow cast by Earth and according to the Met Office forecast, the good weather in the West will make Devon one of the hotspots to see it.

History shows that Blood Moons have been revered and feared in equal measure but in reality it is a moment when three celestial...

You may not be aware but World Cancer Day is fast approaching on the 4th February, which is a great time to raise funds and vital awareness in the fight for young lives against cancer.

CLIC Sargent, the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people, are calling on locals to ‘band together’ behind families affected by cancer by donating just £2 to get your own their special Band Against Cancer wristband (available in three different collectable colours).

CLIC Sargent Fundraising Engagement Manager, Jordan Anderton, said: "Cancer can leave a lot of friends, family...

There has been a surge of sales for next weekend’s 11th annual Lapstock Music Festival in Mid-Devon as disappointed Olly Murs fans search around for alternative entertainment on the same date after the singer’s Powderham gig was called off.

Lapstock organiser’s reported one sale of 15 tickets from a hen party who were due to have some fun at Powderham.

Festival director, Steve Keable said: “We have seen a spike in enquiries and the booking of 15 ladies on a hen night confirmed that there is new interest from people who were originally going to Powderham.

“We have 30...

Music at the Mill will showcase local young talent

Organisers of the 11th annual Lapstock Music Festival in Mid-Devon have announced the line-up of bands and performers for this year’s Music at the Mill which will feature more 30 acts over two days in July.

The event which attracts bands from all over the country and is highly regarded amongst musicians for its professional staging and equipment, features a free Friday night programme showcasing young South West based talent and a day-long Saturday session with 15 acts on the main stage and a further 11 acts on a separate...

Since opening in February, the BierKeller has already become a hit in Exeter.

The bar has been busy since day one, with people getting involved in events in the true Bavarian style.

Located on Exeter’s Quay, the Bavarian bar brings entertainment each night of the week.

The week kicks off with the BierKeller’s first student night on a Monday; people can expect £4 beers served in a traditional Bavarian mug.

A second student night takes place on a Tuesday, with 2-4-1 stein cocktails and the chance to take part in bandeoke.

On a Wednesday night, the bar...

West Country band The Stylers, who recently triumphed in a competition to spot young musical talent across the counties of Devon, Dorset and Somerset, have received their trophies from key event partner Beviss & Beckingsale.

The Stylers, from Dorchester, beat off stiff competition from across the three counties at the TBOB Battle of the Bands competition, held in the Dorset village of Thorncombe this summer. They were voted Overall Winners and Best U21 band. The four musicians won a full day in a recording studio with professional producer Phil Nicholas who has worked with a...

Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (5-7 August).

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Margo and Mr Whatsit Friday & Saturday, Exeter Phoenix Did you ever have an imaginary friend? A little piece of mischief only you could see? Someone that made you feel safe through new schools, new families, new homes? Sophia’s imaginary friend is called Mr Whatsit, and he’s always there with a new joke to tell and a new game to play – that is, until the day she unimagines him. Now there’s a new imaginary friend in town – the tea-drinking, lipstick-wearing, ever-confident Margo....