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Myles Smith
Music

Luton star Myles Smith shares deeply personal new single, ‘My First Heartbreak’

April 25, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Luton star Myles Smith shares deeply personal new single, ‘My First Heartbreak’

Luton’s own Myles Smith has unveiled his latest single ‘My First Heartbreak’, offering fans a raw glimpse into his childhood experiences.​ It has already been a whirlwind year for the singer-songwriter, who picked up a […]

The mural which has brightened up the old ABC Cinema
Art

A burst of colour transforms Luton’s old ABC Cinema with a vibrant new mural

April 15, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on A burst of colour transforms Luton’s old ABC Cinema with a vibrant new mural

One of Luton’s most iconic buildings has been given a bold new look, thanks to a stunning mural that’s already turning heads and drawing in selfie-takers. The old ABC cinema on George Street, once a […]

Kevin Clifton and Stacey Dooley to star in 2:22
Theatre

Stacey Dooley to take centre stage in thrilling UK theatre tour of 2:22 A Ghost Story

March 31, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Stacey Dooley to take centre stage in thrilling UK theatre tour of 2:22 A Ghost Story

Stacey Dooley is set to take her acclaimed stage role on the road, as she embarks on the UK tour of 2:22 A Ghost Story alongside her partner, Kevin Clifton. Renowned as one of Britain’s […]

A River Runs Under Your Feet the artwork by Luton-based artist Abi Spendlove at the corner of Guildford Street
Art

Artwork aims to bring River Lea ‘into the consciousness of people who live in the town’

March 30, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Artwork aims to bring River Lea ‘into the consciousness of people who live in the town’

A new artwork has been officially unveiled at the corner of Guildford Street to help Lutonians reconnect with the River Lea that runs under our streets, as part of a plan to improve neglected spots […]

Stacey Dooley
Film

From Arndale antics to investigative excellence: Stacey Dooley launches new book and film series

March 14, 2025 Music and arts desk 1

Documentary-maker Stacey Dooley has recalled being a “bit of a nightmare” in The Arndale shopping centre as a youth in Luton as her new film investigating shoplifting is one of four big projects released on […]

The winning art deco design that will soon adorn the exterior of the old ABC Cinema
Art

Local pop star and movie about Luton to feature on ABC Cinema mural as winning design revealed

March 4, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Local pop star and movie about Luton to feature on ABC Cinema mural as winning design revealed

The historic but derelict ABC Cinema is set to be revitalised from Monday (March 10) with a vibrant mural depicting Luton’s music, film and car-making heritage after Lutonians cast their votes for two designs. The […]

Myles Smith
Music

Myles Smith delivers powerful speech at Brit Awards, calling on government to support music

March 2, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Myles Smith delivers powerful speech at Brit Awards, calling on government to support music

Luton singer-songwriter Myles Smith used his BRIT Awards acceptance speech to call on the government, music venues, and industry executives to take action in supporting British music. Smith was named the BRITs Rising Star at […]

The two mural designs for the old ABC Cinema
Art

ABC Cinema mural designs give a nod to Luton film, music carnival and cars

February 28, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on ABC Cinema mural designs give a nod to Luton film, music carnival and cars

Luton’s long-abandoned ABC Cinema is set to undergo a creative transformation, with a striking new mural that celebrates the town’s rich heritage and culture and you get a chance to choose the design. As part […]

Myles Smith teases his new track 'Gold' wearing the orange home shirt of Luton Town Football Club
Music

Luton’s Brit-award nominated Myles Smith teases new song in Hatters shirt

February 27, 2025 Music and arts desk 2

Rising pop star Myles Smith has teased a new track called ‘Gold’ while wearing a Luton Town Football Club shirt in a new social media video.  The chart-busting singer-songwriter from Leagrave is the winner of […]

A DJ on turntables
Books

Uni academic to celebrate new book on music and culture as form of resistance during lockdown

February 26, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off on Uni academic to celebrate new book on music and culture as form of resistance during lockdown

An academic from the University of Bedfordshire is set to launch her brand new book, exploring Black creative expression during the Covid-19 pandemic, with a special event on campus as part of the Changemakers series. […]

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    Art

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