So you want to be a busker? Read our guide to becoming one, by those who perform in Staffordshire

In a local band or thinking of starting one up? We take a look at Hanley’s independent music shops

Blast reporter Zoey hits the streets to find out if the music you like affects the way you look

Jollees, in Longton, Stoke on Trent, was the largest cabaret venue in the UK during the 70s

Staffordshire guitarist Paul Brett has just released a new CD based on ‘The Compleat Angler’.

The Real Music Club in Willington has been the home to musicians, singers, poets for 5 years

A-ha are internationally known pop-stars, but did you know they also support Stoke City?

In 1969, Alan Rawlings protested against War, saw space missions, and watched The Who live

Zoey Mulliner investigates the Stoke-based metal band

Stoke band Friends of Ken released their debut album in 2009. We chatted to lead singer Big 'Un

How do unsigned bands promote themselves? Find a friendly local music shop - like 'Music Mania'

The all-girl punk band, The Tommys, from South Cheshire, were top of the music tree. What happened?