It’s been another high-octane week for the Leeds dance music scene and our local community. From festival updates to cultural takeovers, here is your essential weekly download from LDC Radio—No. 1 for Dance Music in Leeds. 🏛️ Culture: Leeds Song Festival Takes Over the City Launching on Saturday, 11th April, the Leeds Song Festival 2026 officially kicked off its week-long residency. While we’re usually all about the bass, this festival […]

It’s been a massive week for the Leeds creative scene. From new city-wide art projects to major updates on the local nightlife circuit, here is everything you need to know from the LDC Radio community. 🎭 Culture: Leeds Art Gallery Announces "Summer of Sculpture" Announced on 30th March, Leeds is set for a massive artistic takeover. Leeds Art Gallery has unveiled its "Summer of Sculpture" program, which officially launches this […]

🏉 Sport: Rhinos Edge a Thriller at Headingley The week ended on a high for Leeds sports fans as the Leeds Rhinos secured a massive win at Headingley on Sunday, March 29th. The Result: The Rhinos beat the Warrington Wolves 26-22 in a nail-biting Super League clash. The Atmosphere: With the sun finally shining on LS6, the South Stand was in full voice as the Rhinos fought back in the […]

Aiming to Break Down Barriers in DJ Culture A new grassroots music space is opening in Headingley on Friday 13th March, with a mission to make DJing, vinyl and music culture more accessible to everyone in Leeds. Meanhood Studios, founded by long-time LS6 residents Jim and Katie Young, will combine a professional DJ rehearsal studio, record shop, performance space and tuition hub under one roof. The couple say “The goal […]

🏗️ The "South Bank" Transformation The biggest talking point in Leeds this week was the government’s shortlist for the UK’s new "Investment Towns." The News: Leeds South Bank has been officially fast-tracked as a key development zone. What it means: Planners are looking at a "city-within-a-city" model that could bring up to 13,000 new homes to the area stretching from Holbeck to Hunslet. Community impact: Local leaders spent the week […]

In a bit of a bittersweet update for the local community, the organisers of Live at Leeds have announced the festival will take a break this year. Both "In the City" and "In the Park" will be taking a breather in 2026. While we’ll miss the usual bank holiday mayhem, the team has stated that the pause is essential to ensure they come back "bigger and better" for their massive […]

Are you an aspiring artist, manager, or promoter in Leeds? This week offers a golden opportunity to get your foot in the door for free. On Friday, March 27th, the Launchpad Conference 2026 takes over the Leeds School of Arts at Leeds Beckett University. The event is a full day of panels, workshops, and networking designed specifically for the West Yorkshire music community. Whether you need advice on funding from […]

The countdown to May Bank Holiday is on, and this year’s MiNT Festival is a massive win for the Leeds local scene. As the festival returns to Newsam Green Farm (May 2nd–3rd), the newly released lineup proves that Leeds is still the UK’s capital for house and tech. Homegrown hero Gaskin is set for a career-defining B2B with Sidney Charles in the Bunker, while the legendary Danny Bond leads a […]