{"id":2077913,"date":"2025-10-08T20:22:22","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T20:22:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2077913"},"modified":"2025-10-08T20:22:22","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T20:22:22","slug":"mercury-prize-newcastle-fringe-events-in-full-as-huge-music-night-prepares-for-city-debut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/mercury-prize-newcastle-fringe-events-in-full-as-huge-music-night-prepares-for-city-debut\/","title":{"rendered":"Mercury Prize Newcastle fringe events in full as huge music night prepares for city debut"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<h2 class=\"LeadText_lead-text__wd_PA __className_1d5c02\" data-testid=\"leadtext\" publication=\"nechronicle\">A week-long Mercury Prize Fringe programme gets under way region-wide from this Thursday<\/h2>\n<p><button class=\"LightboxBtn_lightbox-btn__eoxYS\" aria-label=\"Open image viewer\" aria-haspopup=\"dialog\" aria-controls=\"image-lightbox\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-embed__0T8WX ImageEmbed_image-lead__Ti3qQ\" data-testid=\"leadimage\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"16187742\">\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-container__2AIQm\">\n<figure class=\"Figure_figure__Uce4f\" style=\"--figure-aspect-ratio:1.5\"><\/figure>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ImageEmbed_fig-caption__qotOK\"><span class=\"ImageEmbed_camera-style__Qjeby\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\"><g clip-path=\"url(#clip0_209_94274)\"><path opacity=\"0.16\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M14 4H2V10.6667C2 11.403 2.59695 12 3.33333 12H12.6667C13.403 12 14 11.403 14 10.6667V4ZM8 10C9.10457 10 10 9.10457 10 8C10 6.89543 9.10457 6 8 6C6.89543 6 6 6.89543 6 8C6 9.10457 6.89543 10 8 10Z\" fill=\"var(--color-sem-icon-primary-default)\"\/><path d=\"M2 3.33331H14V11.3333C14 12.0697 13.403 12.6666 12.6667 12.6666H3.33333C2.59695 12.6666 2 12.0697 2 11.3333V3.33331Z\" stroke=\"var(--color-sem-icon-primary-default)\" stroke-width=\"1.33333\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><circle cx=\"8\" cy=\"8\" r=\"2\" stroke=\"var(--color-sem-icon-primary-default)\" stroke-width=\"1.33333\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><path d=\"M11.3332 1.33331L12.6665 1.33331\" stroke=\"var(--color-sem-icon-primary-default)\" stroke-width=\"1.33333\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/><\/g><defs><clippath id=\"clip0_209_94274\"><rect width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"white\"\/><\/clippath><\/defs><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"ImageEmbed_caption-title__FSINC\">Paul Smith, singer-songwriter and lead singer with indie-rock band Maximo Park, is part of the Mercury Prize Fringe programme<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p><\/button><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">The buzz is building as we prepare for one of the biggest music nights of the year and the city is going all-out to ensure it&#8217;s a cracker. With the annual Mercury Prize moving outside of London for the first time, Newcastle, as <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/news\/north-east-news\/newcastle-host-mercury-prize-2025-31587879\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">previously reported<\/a>, is seizing upon its debut role as host to ensure the event is celebrated in true North East style.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">News of the ceremony heading north came just months after the city hosted the<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/music-nightlife-news\/mobo-awards-newcastle-live-results-31028260\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"> MOBO awards &#8211; <\/a>another first &#8211; and there have followed lots of exiting reveals, from <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/music-nightlife-news\/mercury-prize-newcastle-lauren-laverne-32354510\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">the announcement that Lauren Laverne<\/a> will be the presenter of the ceremony at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/newcastle-arena\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Utilita Arena<\/a> next week to news of <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/music-nightlife-news\/mercury-prize-2025-nominees-announced-32445532\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">award nominees<\/a> and the<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/he presenter role to https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/music-nightlife-news\/sam-fender-mercury-prize-newcastle-32594168\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"> unveiling of the night&#8217;s performers<\/a>, who are to include local favourite <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/music-nightlife-news\/sam-fender-tickets-st-james-31650100\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Sam Fender<\/a>. To celebrate what promises to be a sparkling music event on October 16, there&#8217;s a whole <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/mercury-prize\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Mercury Prize<\/a> Newcastle Fringe programme in store too.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">And this is set to have everyone in early party mood. The fringe programme, organised by local music development agency Generator, is due to get under way this Thursday, October 9 &#8211; although first day plans have yet to be shared &#8211; and there will be more than 22 events over the following week.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">The fringe covers the seven local authority areas of Newcastle, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/gateshead\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Gateshead<\/a>, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/sunderland\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Sunderland<\/a>, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/north-tyneside\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">North Tyneside<\/a>, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/south-tyneside\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">South Tyneside<\/a>, Durham and <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/northumberland\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Northumberland<\/a> and, in the run-up to the big night, it will be taking over regional venues with live music, showcasing North East talent. Taking part will be the likes of The Glasshouse in Gateshead, Pop Recs in Sunderland, Queens Hall Arts in Northumberland, Tyneside Cinema in Newcastle and,<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/lifestyle\/food-drink\/greggs-pub-transform-fanzone-newcastles-32595873\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"> as previously reported<\/a>, Fenwick department store and its <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/food-drink-news\/greggs-golden-flake-tavern-newcastle-32533532\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">newly-opened<\/a> Greggs pub<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/food-drink-news\/gallery\/inside-new-greggs-pub-fenwick-32552944\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"> The Golden Flake Tavern<\/a> which is to be transformed into the Mercury Prize Fanzone on the day of the awards.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">Generator is choosing six music acts to perform live in the fanzone and each will play some of original music as well as an acoustic cover from one of this year\u2019s <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/whats-on\/music-nightlife-news\/mercury-prize-2025-nominees-announced-32445532\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Mercury Prize-shortlisted albums<\/a>. The week-long Mercury Fringe, with details below, will deliver not just live gigs but workshops, talks and a music conference.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">The idea is to enable music fans to feel an integral part of the Mercury Prize celebrations and it will offer opportunities to explore the likes of music production, broadcasting, songwriting, composition, the art of album-making and promotion. There also will be listening events at record stores to extend the community feel as well as the involvement of schools.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">For tickets to the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/mercury-prize\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Mercury Prize 2025<\/a> event itself see<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.utilitaarena.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" hereLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\"> here<\/a>. The night&#8217;s celebration of the best British and Irish music from across the year also will be broadcast live on BBC.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"HeadingThree_heading-three__PBHLs  __className_a8ee88\" publication=\"nechronicle\">Mercury Prize Music Fringe programme<\/h3>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\">So far, 22 fringe events have been announced across seven stages. Here are the highlights and organisers say more events are to be announced so keep an eye out for further details <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/generator.org.uk\/mercuryfringe\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"hereLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Lyrics in Music Masterclass with Paul Smith<\/strong> &#8211; the Max\u00efmo Park frontman, a previous Mercury Prize short-listed artist, will lead an &#8216;intimate&#8217; masterclass in songwriting at Pop Recs in Sunderland on October 10.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Sunderland Music City Emerging Artists Showcase<\/strong> &#8211; a celebration of &#8216;the sounds of Sunderland&#8217;, featuring three artists at different stages of their career: The Last Time, Ruby Kelly and Patrick Gosling, . This also will be at Pop Recs on October 10.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Newcastle Festival of Jazz &amp; Improvised Music Showcase<\/strong> &#8211; a showcase curated by Wesley Stephenson featuring three distinct voices shaping the future of jazz. The triple bill &#8211; at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/gosforth\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">Gosforth<\/a> Civic Theatre, Newcastle, on October 10 &#8211; will be John Pope Quintet, Francesca Pidgeon\u2019s solo project Dilettante, and keys and percussion duo Yotuns.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Nrthrn Baby Showcase<\/strong> &#8211; a showcase at Pilgrim in Newcastle on October 10, hosted by Nrthrn Baby, featuring a collaborative performance with SwanNek and some of the North East\u2019s top rap and R&amp;B acts. Reali-T, Dennis, and Jenna Cole will be performing tracks from their own EPs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">An Insight into Developing Visual Narratives with Music Artists<\/strong> &#8211; a workshop with photographer and director Will Creswick will see him share his experience of working with artists across the North East and beyond. Taking place at the Three Tanners Bank in <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/north-shields\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">North Shields<\/a> on October 11, the session will explore how imagery and storytelling shape identity.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">PRS Foundation 25th Anniversary celebrations<\/strong>: Songwriting masterclass &#8211; this workshop will take place on October 11 at Cobalt Studios in North Shields. Over the last 25 years, the foundation has invested in the future of music and among those it has helped with grants are award-winner acts including six of of the last seven Mercury Prize winners.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Howay Again<\/strong> &#8211; a showcase at Queen\u2019s Hall Arts Centre, Northumberland, on October 11 of a four-piece band of NUFC supporters bringing terrace classics and football chants to the stage.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Howay the Lasses<\/strong> &#8211; a workshop, also at Queen\u2019s Hall Arts Centre on October 11, with two from the Howay Again band about how to write terrace chants. There also will be an opportunity to perform them on stage alongside the band in a live evening performance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Hapless Museum Worker<\/strong> &#8211; a showcase of a show bringing together three distinct voices from the north &#8211; Milky Wimpshake, Pauline Murray and Trev Gibb &#8211; taking place on October 11 at Claypath Delicatessen in Durham.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">F54<\/strong> &#8211; a showcase of three rising talents: Imogen and the Knife, Theo Bleak and Errant Moose. This will be at Three Tanners Bank in North Shields on October 11.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">A Coastal smile Project<\/strong> &#8211; a closed workshop at The Customs House in <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/south-shields\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">South Shields<\/a> on October 12 for neurodivergent learners from Autism Able and Northumberland YMCA, exploring drones, electronics and songwriting.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">The Coastal Smile<\/strong> &#8211; an evening performance (not open to the public) on October 12, also at The Customs House, will feature the pieces created during the above event. A headline set will follow from Ian Black and The Fortunate Nudes, featuring members of Slug and Field Music.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Modern Songwriting &amp; Production<\/strong> &#8211; a one-day &#8216;deep dive&#8217; workshop taking place at Mark Hillery Music Studios, Durham, on October 12. This will explore pop songwriting, from hooks and lyrics to production, with a practical session plus on immersive sound addition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Wandering Oak<\/strong> &#8211; a showcase of songwriting and emerging northern voices with performances from Melanie Baker, Oko Oko and Jenni Mac. This will be on October 12 at Cumberland Arms in Newcastle.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">MMF Essentials of Music Management<\/strong> &#8211; a workshop exploring the journey from grassroots to international success, encouraging active participation from music managers at every stage of their career. This will be at Newcastle Arts Centre on October 13.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">World HQ Cultivates presents<\/strong>: Album Production Masterclass with Nectax &#8211; a masterclass exploring Nectax\u2019s journey as a producer from grassroots beginnings to album release, with production tips, a live demo and a Q&amp;A session. The workshop, on October 13, will be at World Headquarters in Newcastle.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Tim\u2019s Listening Party with Lanterns on the Lake <\/strong>&#8211; host Tim Burgess will present a live playback and in-conversation session with the band who will be revisiting their critically-acclaimed Mercury Prize shortlisted album Spook the Herd. This takes place on October 13 at The Glasshouse in Gateshead.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Generator Live Conference<\/strong> &#8211; on October 14, the Civic Centre in Newcastle will host this full day of panels, conversations and behind-the-scenes insight from artists and industry leaders, with speakers, special guests and plenty chances to make connections.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">BBC Introducing from The Glasshouse<\/strong>: Generator x Mercury Prize Fringe Special &#8211; a special evening at The Glasshouse on October 14 will see a special Mercury Prize Fringe edition of <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/all-about\/bbc\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">BBC<\/a> Introducing, featuring artists ERNIE, Nadedja, and Isabel Maria.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Art of the Album Day<\/strong> &#8211; a full-day conference at The Common Room in Newcastle will examine the creative and practical steps behind making and releasing a record. There will be panels, conversations, workshops and masterclasses exploring each stage from songwriting and production to marketing and release strategy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">A Stone\u2019s Throw &amp; Notion Live Events Showcase<\/strong> &#8211; presented by the teams behind A Stone\u2019s Throw Festival and Shin Gigs, this night of northern sounds on October 15 will take place at The Grove in Gateshead to spotlight &#8216;the region\u2019s next big names&#8217;. Headliner Adult DVD will be joined by support from Finn Forster and Rye.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">Mercury Prize at Fenwick Fanzone<\/strong> &#8211; a special live lounge space &#8216;created for fellow music obsessives&#8217; is promising a treat for music fans at the Newcastle store on October 16: read more <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/lifestyle\/food-drink\/greggs-pub-transform-fanzone-newcastles-32595873\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">We have a dedicated newsletter for What\u2019s On news and reviews. It\u2019s free and you can <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chroniclelive.co.uk\/newsletter-preference-centre\/?view=Solus&amp;mailingListId=885ddb85-2843-4b9e-82f9-101e826ba9df&amp;utm_source=solusarticle\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\"><u>sign up to receive it here<\/u><\/strong><\/a>. It will keep you up to date with all the latest updates on food, drink, entertainment and events in and around the North East.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\" publication=\"nechronicle\"><strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">ChronicleLive has created a dedicated WhatsApp community for What\u2019s On news and updates. 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