Everything You Need to Know for an Unforgettable Trip to Cozumel
words Alana Webb Even though planning a trip should be an exciting process, it is usually extremely stressful because there are many things you need to take care of. It is important to look for more information regarding the location you have chosen. Because of this,...
Craven Faults cause sensory overload at The White Hotel
words Lee Taylor I was whisked via Uber to the part of town where The White Hotel was marked on the map. This was a land of litter and decay, or so it seemed. All the garbage of the city had chosen to congregate in this one special place. The silhouette of Strangeways...
Things You Need to Know Before Traveling to Japan
If you are due to travel to Japan then you will know what a thrilling experience this can be. With that being said, you do need to make sure that you do not make the mistakes most people make, because if you do then you may find that you end up not having the best...
Amyl and the Sniffers – Live in Manchester
words Maitane Hermosa Manchester, November 9. The Academy is buzzing, packed with leather jackets, black t-shirts, neon pants and animal prints. It’s almost eight, and there’s still plenty of space on the floor, but that won't last long. The first band takes the stage...
In the wake of a dream, the surreal is evoked…
Manchester based artist-curator and previous Visual Arts Editor of FLUX Magazine - Mike Chavez-Dawson (Rogue Artists’ Studios stalwart) reflects on the work of Artist David Hancock and talks to him about his highly ambitious, multi-layered and collaborative...
Why a cruise should be your next adventure
words Alexa Wang When you think of luxurious travel, you may picture a private plane, and a tropical island reserved just for you. This is a dream for many but in the meantime, you can travel in style on a cruise, as they offer ultimate comfort and convenience all...
Dramatic Structure of Everyday Life – K J Pocock
K J Pocock’s work is inspired by the human made environments we inhabit and play out our lives within. Dramatic events, dreams, joys and tragedies are frozen in time - their impact upon us revealed. His work will be on display at Saan1 Gallery in the Northern Quarter...
Everything You Need to Know Before Your First Croatian Vacation
Croatia is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Europe, if not the world, and for good reason too. With over a thousand islands, glittering coastlines, deeply ingrained and fascinating cultures and cities, and breathtaking landscapes right out of a movie,...
How to Experience Sydney Like a Local
words Al Woods Sydney is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, known for its iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and beautiful beaches. However, if you're looking to go beyond the tourist hotspots and experience the city like a local,...
Skinshape takes us to sacred musical lands
words & images by Maitane Hermosa Warm autumn evening in Manchester, stepping into the Band on the Wall. The gig hasn’t started yet. Lo-fi soft rock and shoegaze fill the speakers, red lights bathing the space, slowly getting crowded with well-behaved and calm...
Everything You Need to Know About Florence Renaissance Art
words Al Woods Renaissance means “rebirth” and it marks the transition culturally and artistically from the Middle Ages to the modern period. Florence is seen as the heart of the Renaissance. As such it is historically and culturally important. Today, when you visit...
A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things – interview with the director
Interview by Paul Risker Mark Cousins' A Sudden Glimpse to Deeper Things, offers an intimate portrait of the British 20th Century modernist painter Wilhelmina Barns-Graham. Based out of St Ives, Willie, as she became known, was active in the post-war era. Born with...
Skinshape – Another Side Of Skinshape – The Tour
Skinshape is taking to the stage across the UK to play his delicious blend of music to an expectant tribe of devotees. His new album Another Side Of Skinshape via Lewis Recordings has gone down well with press and fans alike. As the title suggests it is a deviation, a...
piglet releases ‘for frank forever’ – an expression of anger & hope
This is a powerful release from piglet that obviously means a lot to him. The track 'for frank forever' really stood out to me for its rawness and as an expression of sheer pain and anger. But ultimately what makes the track have such an impact is that, for all the...
Milan – CityLife in Italy’s fashion capital
Visiting Milan's CityLife district reveals a different side to Milan's famous fashion glamour or historical centre. A visit to this impressive zone staying at the newly opened NH Collection Milano CityLive hotel is about breathtaking architecture versus eco-friendly...