Explore the distinctive vocabulary that defines Birmingham and the West Midlands. Perfect for newcomers and locals alike.

Some British bands found a vast new fanbase Stateside, while other seminal acts failed to crack America. What gives?

Jack Whitehall has been confirmed as returning to host the BRIT Awards for the sixth time in 2026, as the ceremony moves to Manchester.

“When you see me at the Tour, I am super skinny. But that’s not sustainable for a very long time. It’s a slow process. It’s ...

The classic words and phrases from Birmingham at risk of fading away as language evolves. Notable speakers of this accent include: Ozzy Osbourne, Allison Hammond, Jess Phillips Lenny Henry and Jack ...

Jack Whitehall will return to host the Brit Awards in 2026, it has been announced. The comedian and actor, 37, shared the news in an “Ode to Manchester”, where the ceremony is being hosted next year, ...

In most cases, news of their selection was met with excitement, pride and nerves. For some, there was a sense of calm, even ...

Once the “workshop of the world” and an industrial hub of “a thousand trades”, Birmingham is now the UK’s proudly diverse ...

On Friday (19 December) The Clause brought their debut album tour to a close with a stunning sold out show at the biggest ...