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Which Famous Five come to Newport? A brand new season of ‘The Famous Five’, a remake of our favourite childhood books is coming to our TV screens, and guess what? It was filmed in Newport. The filming was taking place at the Raglan Barracks in Allt Yr Yn on the 18th October, all ready for the season to hit our screens in 2025. Showing on CBBC, the series features Diaana […]
Get ready to make memories, Newport! The city’s first-ever **Winter Wonderland** is coming to town It promises to deliver all the festive cheer you’ve been craving this season.From November 21, 2024, to January 5, 2025, the site of the old Newport Centre will transform into a magical holiday haven. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a foodie, or someone looking for the perfect Instagram-worthy moment, this is the event you won’t want […]
Caitlin Mae joined Kym for an interview at Newport City Radio On the 16th of November, the Pure Local Extra show at Newport City Radio had another local musician in for a chat about herself and music. Today it was Caitlin Mae, however, the interview was presented slightly differently. Caitlin is based in Nashville but has been travelling around recently for playing shows, festivals and interviews. In her already busy […]
"Genesis Reborn: Steve Hackett on Guitars, Glory, and ‘The Lamb Lies Down’ Tour" Genesis guitar legend Steve Hackett sat down with me for a chat as he prepared to take to the stage at Cardiff’s Utilita Arena on October 11th. “Genesis was something incredibly special and for the early work of the band to get approval from John Lennon I think was a big feather in our cap”. So says […]
10 questions about the week just gone 1: Can you name the first day of the working week? 2: Last week we had 2 major announcements about the lights switch on, but what is next Saturday's event called? 3. Who was the performer at last weekend's Biggest Busk at the Kingsway Centre?4: Which one of our volunteers took to the streets last week to ask… is it too early for Xmas5: Who […]
New Punk Rock Band HairDye Chat with Kym on Newport City Radio A fresh, exciting punk rock band is making waves in Newport, and they're called HairDye! Formed in August 2024, this group of talented young musicians is already carving out their own unique sound and playing high-energy gigs across the city. The band – made up of Dakota (vocals), Penny (bass guitar), Tom (guitar), and Rhys (drums) – recently joined Kym on […]
Pyrogaric’s “The Serpent” Album Launch Gig: A Night of Metal Majesty Friday, November 8, 2024. For some, just another day—but for me, it was pure metal bliss. The night was all about Pyrogaric, celebrating their sophomore album *The Serpent* with an electrifying show right here in Newport at McCann’s. Packed, intimate, and seething with raw energy, it was a night I won’t soon forget. The evening kicked off with Skunkyard, […]
Its Gareth Gates and Benji Webbe Multi-million selling chart-topper Gareth Gates has today been revealed as the headline live act for this years Countdown to Christmas spectacular.And Newport music legend Benji Webbe will be the special guest switching on the city’s Christmas lights.Running from 2pm to 5.30pm on Saturday, November 16, Countdown to Christmas will feature live music, fairground rides and celebrity guests, culminating in the official switching on of Newport’s […]
Squeeze is 50! 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of Squeeze and, to round off a year of celebrations, one of Britain’s greatest bands are back with a live tour and not one, but two new albums. As they tease fans with fresh material, this could prove to be the start of yet another chapter for this perennial band. Squeeze have always been among the most literate of bands. Their biggest […]
Did you know Newport is just less than half an hours drive from one of Britain's best kept secrets? Well now you do. Tucked into the Welsh countryside is Caerwent, Britain’s only surviving Roman town. Dating back an astonishing 2,000 years, Caerwent isn’t just an archaeological site—it’s a living village where ancient ruins blend with daily life. Imagine strolling through streets where Roman merchants once traded, past crumbling fortress walls […]
