For the uninitiated, Nell Mescal (yes, sister of actor Paul) is an Irish singer-songwriter who hit the festival circuit hard last summer, playing (amongst others) The Great Escape, BST Hyde Park, Boardmasters and Live at Leeds. This year, she’s headed to Oxfordshire and Alex James’ Big Feastival for August bank holiday weekend. Eloise Lonsdale caught up with her to find out more about her musical style and her recently launched EP, Can I Miss it For a Minute.
By the time this edition of OX Magazine is out, I’ll be on the other side of the world, most likely a little sunburnt and full of a lot of ramen. I’m leaving my very jammy role as Entertainments Editor to go travelling. It recently dawned on me though, that for the first time in my life I have no idea what’s next for me, and I don’t think I mind.
Festival season is well and truly upon us. Among the esteemed Henley Festival’s jam-packed line-up is singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist KATYA. We spoke to Katya ahead of her performance at Henley, about this incredible achievement, as well as what it takes to navigate a male-dominated industry, and what lies ahead for her.
In the rich tapestry of English history, few figures loom as large as St George, the patron saint of England. His legendary exploits, particularly his valiant battle against the fearsome dragon, have become ingrained in the cultural fabric of the nation. Yet, amidst the myths and legends, the historical details of his life remain somewhat elusive.
Ahead of the recent release of his third album, What Happened to The Beach, we got in touch with alternative singer-songwriter Declan McKenna to discuss his new work as well as his musical inspirations and upcoming appearance at Oxfordshire’s Truck Festival.
Some delightful Mother’s Day events to give your mum the treat she deserves.
Tom’s had a big year and his upcoming tour tells us all about it. When asked what we could expect from his appearance at the Glee Club Oxford later this month, he said he’d imagine he would still have blonde hair and blue eyes – thankfully, I got a little more out of him…
The five languages of love – according to some guy in the early 90s – are Acts of Service, Physical Touch, Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, and Gifts.
Directed by the talented Andrew Walter the show brings Charles Dickens' classic tale to life with heart-warming melodies and enthralling performances.
My recent visit to The Ivy in Oxford, surrounded by the allure of their 1917 campaign, was nothing short of a culinary journey through history.