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The London African Gospel Choir closed Budleigh Music Festival in spectacular style

Budleigh Music Festival strikes emotional chord with concertgoers

From the opening notes of the community choral day to the uplifting finale of the London African Gospel Choir, Budleigh Music Festival celebrated its 20th anniversary in style.

Taking place in the beautiful St Peter’s Church, the festival delivered world-class classical performances, inclusive community events, and stunning moments of musical magic.

More than 3,600 tickets were sold over the nine-day Festival, which included performances by Sir Michael Morpurgo and cellist Clare O’Connell, internationally acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough, and Bath Philharmonia....

Country Day Party Gears Up for Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/10/2025 - 3:13pm

Get ready, Exeter — the Country Day Party is rolling into town!

Head alone to Fever Exeter on Saturday 12th July 2025 for an afternoon of country music, feel-good vibes, and high-energy fun from 3pm-8pm.

Expect a soundtrack packed with the very best of country — from all-time legends like Dolly Parton and Johnny Cash, to today’s biggest stars including Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs, and Kacey Musgraves. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or simply looking for a great way to spend a Saturday, this party is the place to be.

What to expect:

  • An electric mix of
  • ...

New West Country gay play, Open Door comes to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 07/10/2025 - 7:14am

On a dark February night in 1954, a young man catches the Exeter to Bristol express. He never completes his journey. What happens to him on the train changes the life of every queer person in the land...

Who knew? The fight for gay rights began in Exeter! Discover the true story of a forgotten gay activist and share your LGBTQ+ stories too, in our LGBT Q&A.

Be the first to hear Critical Moment's compelling new play, in a prideful platform performance.

This thrilling three-hander reveals the struggle for gay rights began not in London or Liverpool or...

Søstrene Grene to open store in Exeter

NooKo is thrilled to announce a significant partnership with the beloved Danish retail chain, Søstrene Grene, which will soon occupy the ground-floor retail space at Paternoster House in Exeter city centre. This collaboration marks a substantial investment in the heart of Exeter, promising to inject new vitality, prosperity, and job opportunities into the area.

Søstrene Grene, known for its unique blend of Scandinavian design, homeware, and creative essentials, has signed a multi-year lease for the prime location within Paternoster House. The agreement takes effect today, with an...

The Honey Pot band from Devon . An article about the live music scene today .

Remember A Day

As I type, Glastonbury 2025 is well underway. Many of the acts are ones we have never heard of, though the younger generation certainly have, and they will experience the elation of seeing and hearing their music favourites in that iconic setting.

Through the years, each summer's youthful attendees will have had similar joy etched into their memories as they witnessed their idols in action on the stage.

The artistes who appear at Glastonbury who have been around for years are also received rapturously, perhaps because they are so respected and revered. I have often wondered...

London Concertante Brings Candlelit Concert to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/19/2025 - 11:55pm

The Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending performed by London Concertante

Internationally acclaimed chamber orchestra London Concertante will come to Exeter on Friday 27th June for a 7:30pm performance at the Cathedral .

Set amidst the gentle glow of candlelight, the programme celebrates some of the greatest works in the classical repertoire – from Mozart’s effervescent overture to The Marriage of Figaro to Vivaldi’s visionary Four Seasons . Rounding off the evening is Vaughan Williams’s exquisite The Lark Ascending , a piece adored for its soaring, lyrical solo violin...

Dawlish Gears Up for South West’s Top American Car Show

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 06/16/2025 - 11:53pm

Cruise down to Cofton Holidays near Dawlish for the annual American Car Show, taking place from Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd June 2025. Over 3,500 visitors are expected to enjoy a weekend packed with classic cars, live music, entertainment, and family fun. More than 200 American vehicles will be on display, including Mustangs, Cadillacs, Chevrolets, Pontiacs, Buicks, and Jeeps.

Now in its 8th year, Cofton’s American Car Show is the biggest of its kind in the South West and has become a firm favourite for motor enthusiasts and families alike. American car owners will be heading to...

Calling all crocheters: Help celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup

Crochet enthusiasts in Exeter are being asked to get creative and help celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup coming to the city.

Crafters from across Exeter are invited to make rugby-themed crochet pieces for a yarn exhibition at Exeter’s historic Guildhall and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery (RAMM).

The Women’s Rugby World Cup comes to Exeter in late August and September, with Sandy Park hosting seven games, including two quarter-finals. As a result, the city will welcome players and fans from nine countries as Exeter is put on the global stage....

Metadata Mastery Strategies to Boost Streaming Discovery in 2025

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Fri, 06/13/2025 - 4:45am

A new question arises since the music industry is crowded with competition. That is, how can you ensure that you are the one standing out? According to Music Business Worldwide, nearly half of the 202 million tracks on global audio streaming services in 2024 received no more than 10 plays each. Hence, in a world dominated largely by massive volume, it’s essential to ensure that your tunes are accompanied by clean, accurate metadata.

Today, effective music distribution is way bigger than just uploading a couple of files. Every platform relies heavily on metadata. It includes song...

Musical theatre with an authentic blues band: Eddie & Jenny debuts at Exeter Phoenix in June

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/05/2025 - 7:56pm

A new and original musical theatre production debuts with two performances at Exeter Phoenix in June, with a 12-strong cast, fantastic live blues band and an award-winning creative team.

Written by Danny McAvoy and directed by Leah Townley, Eddie & Jenny: The Blues Musical is a captivating love story that explores themes of homelessness, substance dependency and mental health issues.

The story follows Eddie (Lawrence Ballard) and Jenny (Alexandra Brown), whose paths cross after unfortunate circumstances leave them both lonely and afraid, surrounded by other 'shadow...

Incredible online entertainment options changing night life

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Mon, 06/02/2025 - 5:26am

When it comes to entertainment in the UK, thoughts immediately turn to the capital, London, or other larger cities such as Birmingham, Manchester, or Newcastle. Then there are historic cities such as York, Oxford, and Cambridge. However, if you wander further south down to Devon, there is still plenty on offer, especially in the cathedral city of Exeter.

But with the physical world overlapping with the emerging digital realm more than ever, location and geography is becoming more irrelevant due to the levels of entertainment exhibited in the online world. As a result of...

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