Where the hell is Leeds?

Where to go...

A NATION OF SHOPKEEPERS. 25 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AG, United Kingdom *http://anationofshopkeepers.com/* HYDE PARK PICTURE HOUSE. 73 Brudenell RoadLeeds, West Yorkshire LS6 1JD, United Kingdom *http://www.hydeparkpicturehouse.co.uk/* SHOPPING IN THE TOWN. The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 3AA United Kingdom *http://www.v-q.co.uk/home/store_finder* *http://www.white-rose.co.uk/* http://leedscornexchange.co.uk/index.php Heres some reviews... *THE DRY DOCK PUB* REVIEW WRITTEN BY SOPHIE WILSON The Dry Dock is undoubtedly one of the most characteristic pubs in Leeds, hugely popular with students- located between both Leeds Met and Leeds Uni campuses, and a quick ten-minute walk from the city centre. You will never be short of entertainment (or student finance!) at the dry dock- with regular live music, pool tables and a “top deck” to enjoy the crisp winter evenings or warm summer afternoons with a satisying pub lunch. With a pound-a-pint offer on Tuesday nights, and discounted cocktails on Fridays and Saturdays, Dry Dock is always a popular choice, and a favourite among many. Perfect for playful personalities! WAGAMAMA REVIEW WRITTEN BY SOPHIE WILSON Wagamama is a centrally-located Japanese fast food-come-restaurant eatery, because of it's social and fast-paced manner which makes it a great place to take friends- both new and old. The food is both varied and affordable, though this isn't reflected in the drinks- with a bottle of beer setting you back a good five pounds. Because of the relaxed, social environment of the restaurant, you needn't worry about chopstick manners- they will happily provide you with the reliable knife and fork if you so wish. A great place to swing by and try out, for reliably tasty, affordable food. Not the finest dining experience you will ever have, but great value for money. *THE COCKPIT* REVIEW WRITTEN BY SOPHIE WILSON Established in 1994, The Cockpit has a solid reputation and student fanbase within the city for representing and showcasing some of the best live music- ranging from artists such as Panic at the Disco to contemporary French composer, Yann Tiersen. Admittedly, the Cockpit does reek of student-living- if you were to somehow fall on the floor, you would, most likely, get stuck there, but the performances more than make up for the apparent lack of mopping technicians. An affordable venue for an indie/alternative music-lover, and located two minutes away from the train station- there's no excuse not to pop along when you're next in the city! JUMBO RECORDS *REVIEW WRITTEN BY SOPHIE WILSON* One of only around two-hundered and fifty record stores still open in the United Kingdom today, independents Jumbo Records have deservedly gained mass praise and following for their unique and extensive stock, with both contemporary and classic music available for purchase, along with the odd fanzine, gig ticket and merchandise product. Of course, stores such as Jumbo won't please everyone- records, to those who aren't hopelessly devoted may seem overpriced and a hassle, but to those who avidly collect, hoard, and even salivate over their record collections will find a home in Jumbo, with friendly, knowledgeable staff, this is a unique treat, and a real assset to Leeds.		O2 ACADEMY. 55 Cookridge Street, Leeds LS2 3AW, United Kingdom *http://www.o2academyleeds.co.uk/* GRAND THEATRE. 46 New Briggate, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 6NZ, United Kingdom *http://www.hydeparkpicturehouse.co.uk/* LEEDS ART GALLERY. The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS1 3AA United Kingdom http://www.leedsartgallery.co.uk/ *NATION OF SHOPKEEPERS* INTERVIEWEE LUKE O' BRIEN, FORMER DRUM OF BAND 'KYTES' INTERVIEWED BY CHRIS LAWSON AND SOPHIE WILSON A relaxing, homely, and fun venue in the centre of Leeds, functioning as both as restaurant/eatery by day, and a live music venue by night, notable for supporting fresh new talent. Our friend, Luke O' Brien, former drummer of the band 'Kytes' performed there in November this year. Q: How did you approach Nation... to perform there? A: A guy actually got in touch with us, from Good Folk Promotions, via our facebook page. He thought that we'd make a good support act for the band that night, we had the right "sound". Q: What sort of respone did you get from the audience? A: It was good. Most of the people who came were the people we'd bought along though! A nice venue, we really felt at home there. Q: How did it positively effect you and the band? A: I suppose it got us into Leeds, it was a good place to play in terms of venue. The most positive effect was that it was our first gig in Leeds. It got us out there. Q: Do you think Leeds provides good oppurtunities for live bands? A: Yes, it does. There's so much oppurtunity. There's so many places to play. With the student population being as big as it is, so many people can hear you who wouldn't have otherwise. Q: Would you recommend Nation...to up and coming bands? A: Yeah. It's a really nice venue. The staff were really nice to us. *PROPAGANDA* INTERVIEWEE KIRSTY ALDERSON INTERVIEWED BY SOPHIE WILSON Propaganda is a new indie nightclub event, held on a Saturday night at 02 academy arenas throughout the country, including the Leeds city centre venue, catering for the massive student population. We asked our friend, and Propaganda fan, Kirsty Alderson, all about it... Q: So, what keeps you going back to Propaganda? A: The fact that it's such a fun atmosphere. It's really friendly. You end up dancing with the most random people ever. And it's only £4 to get in with your student card! Q:What sort of music do they play? A: It's mainly classic Indie, but with some electro, dubstep and house too. Q: Who would you recommend it to? A: Anyone into that type of music, or someone that prefers a bigger club with a busy atmosphere.