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On 28 November the Cavern Cub will see two exciting new bands playing in one night. Both 'Nine Black Alps', a grunge-rocker group, and their supporting act, 'Then Thickens', have new singles coming out on 2 December produced by Leeds-based label 'Hatch Records'.

'Nine Black Alps' will coincide their new single with a short run of live dates in November, heading to Exeter, Manchester and London, among other venues. The song marks the first release for new Leeds-based record label, 'Hatch Records', which has emerged from the demise earlier this year of the influential and underground...

She has starred in Mock the Week and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and now comedy star Ava Vidal is heading to The Exeter Phoenix as part of her He’s Not a Keeper show.

The show, taking place on 15th December, aims to expose all those tell tell signs that mean He’s Not a Keeper.

He’s Not a Keeper is based on Ava’s own experiences and those shared with her by women and men across The UK.

Ava Vidal believes the show appeals to both men and women alike. She said:

“I’d say it’s good for everyone really. A lot of women enjoy it because it’s based on women....

A VIP event was held to launch the opening of the new Charlie’s Live Lounge in Exeter before opening its door to the general public. The exciting new music venue strictly for the over 25’s is the brainchild of local businesswoman Rebecca Weaver. Guests enjoyed fizz and canapés with musical entertainment from Adam Isaac of ‘The Voice’ in the bar area. Live music on the top floor was provided by ‘Dave Can’t Dance’ and 80’s sounds from Ashes to Ashes. A charity raffle raised monies for Families for Children and St. Loye’s Foundation.

She sent shivers down the UK’s spine with her version of ‘The Power of Love’ and set the charts a light with her single ‘Please don’t say you love me’, and now Gabrielle Aplin is set to get the people of Exeter singing and dancing as she performs at the Great Hall on Monday 18th November.

Gabrielle has seen continuous success since she took part in that famous John Lewis advert.

The ‘Home’ singer is performing in Exeter as part of her extensive UK headline tour. As well as her tour plans, a fourth single has recently been released from her No.2 charting debut album ‘English...