Much like the Star Wars franchise, The Cool Beans Getogethers radio episodes have been a storming success all around the globe with millions in the bank thanks to all the spin offs and merchandise. And also there are six of them. The latter actually being the most accurate resemblance to the Star Wars franchise.

The Cool Beans Radio Show is off the air for a few weeks now but will return on the 19th August where we’ll be back with a brand new slot and theme song, not to mention new features, guests and life tips. But August the 19th is a long way away, a very long way away. In the meanwhile why not enjoy the Cool Beans Getogethers from start to finish? It’s the listening experience that mainly includes Chris Arnold chatting with people of interest about their lives, experiences and musical preferences. Tangents feature heavily and you never know where the conversation could turn to next. It’s the beauty of the beans!

Basically press play, sit back and relax!

1. Sam Walby & James Opus (Now Then Magazine)

2. Tim Walker & Olly Galvin (Tribe of Xanadu)

3. Jimmy May & Mark Leeming & Dom Kidson

4. Mr Benn (Nice Up! Records)

5. Heather Croall & Hussain Currimbhoy (Sheffield Doc/Fest)

6. The Grand Old Ukes Of Yorkshire

And there you have it. Right back to the start again. Right back to the beginning. 2013 is finished forever (until time travel becomes commonplace that is) and we’re collectively another year closer to death. But we’re not going to put a dampener on things here, those aforementioned sentences should spur you on if anything. This year will be the year you do that thing you’ve always wanted to do! This year will be the year you see that thing you’ve always wanted to see. Hell this year will be the year you give a backrub to that person you’ve always wanted to give a backrub to! The Sheffield entertainment scene is certainly clutching on to that ethos, a whole heap of treats lay at our doorsteps in January. Go out, meet people, drink tipples, learn, laugh, sing, cry and if you’re lucky, receive a backrub from a hopefully non-creepy stranger in the street.

THE CANARY CLUB.
4th JANUARY / ICONS / FREE.
A new year, a new venue and a new clubnight. This is almost too much excitement for us to handle. Ok, we’ve composed ourselves. If electro-swing and uplifting electro is your game, then the Canary Club is your 2014 destination. LINK

THE NUTCRACKER.
7th JANUARY / LYCEUM THEATRE / £19.
The world-renowned Moscow City Ballet tell the magical story of Clara, swept away to a spectacular winter wonderland by the Nutcracker prince. For fans of Tchaikovsky and the colour pink. LINK

DONUTS.
11th JANUARY / DQ / £5.
Recently turned 2 floors party den Donuts turns 1 year old in January. They certainly have a lot to celebrate after selling out DQ every Saturday in December. Warning: may contain booze. LINK

YOUTH MAN.
22nd JANUARY / BELL JAR / FREE.
Brum-bred Youth Man formed in early 2012 and combine unbridled X-Ray Spex passion with an artistic edge that leans towards the Dead Kennedys trippier moments. Evening arranged by the ever-providing Semi Detached. LINK

DAN LE SAC VS SCROOBIUS PIP.
23rd JANUARY / PLUG / £12.50.
The duo behind the massive “Thou Shalt Always Kill” return to Sheffield after a lengthy absence. Not that we think they’re one-hit wonders, their back catalogue is already very impressive despite being so early on in their career. LINK

ALASDAIR ROBERTS.
JANUARY 25th / LANTERN THEATRE / £10.
Big line up from the Folk Forest crew – Alasdair Roberts, Michael Tinker and J Barlow all sharing the stage down at the cosy Lantern Theatre. LINK

DUSK’TILDAWN.
JANUARY 25th / YELLOW ARCH STUDIOS / £10.
Massive line up for this 1 year birthday bash. After bringing the likes of Deekline and Benny Page to Sheffield in 2013, Dusk’TilDawn celebrate in style with Soul Of Man, Toni Jarvis, Rebel Sketchy, Tim Toil, The Off Me Nut crew and many more. LINK

EAST INDIA YOUTH.
JANUARY 29th / CATHEDRAL / £6.
The Quietus describes these guys as a mix of “Detroit techno, lo-fi psychedelic noise rock, deeply romantic Pet Shop Boys-esque synth pop and ramshackle avant-electronica” – sounds delightfully eccentric, go check ‘em out and come to your own conclusion. LINK

SHARROW FESTIVAL FUNDRAISER.
31st JANUARY / HARLEY / £2.
Cool Beans (hey that’s us) have organised a stellar line up of bands and DJs in order to raise funds for this year’s Sharrow Festival. Dual headliners are the wonderful Temptertons and new kids on the block Steel City Rhythm. LINK

That’s it for January. You all better take care now. Also, improve your life vastly by hitting up the Now Then website here. Content researched and presented by Chris “It’s a new year, it’s a new me” Arnold & Jimmy “Let’s hit the gym” May.

Ah yes, the month all the other months have been talking about – the illustrious October. A month so fierce that all the promoters in the world attempt to cram in as many events and parties and gatherings and days out as they possibly can. And October 2013 is no different. If anything there are more events in October 2013 than any other October in recorded history. There is of course no factual proof for this nor has any research gone in to proving said statement. It would appear that we’re running out of things to put in this pre-listings blurb and have been reducing to making bold statements in an attempt to fill it. Thankfully, the local promoters have had no such trouble, check out this month’s spread…

STUDENT SINGLES BAR CRAWL.
4th OCTOBER/ HOP / FREE.
Lonely? Pop on down to this evening of potential delights provided by Magenta Dating. Starts 7pm at The Hop and is completely free to enter. Not to be confused with the Student Singles Bra Crawl. LINK

BELLEVILLE RENDEZVOUS – LIVE RESCORE BY ANIMAT.
4th OCTOBER / SHEFFIELD STUDENTS’ UNION / £3.50.
Sheffield live electronica duo Animat are revisiting their classic Belleville Rendezvous re-score to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the film’s release. LINK

SHEFFIELD INDEPENDENT MARKET.
5th OCTOBER / BARKERS POOL / FREE.
It will be a promotion and celebration of Independent traders and venues in Sheffield, there’ll be music and food and booze! What more could you ask for? A cuddle? We’re sure someone there will cuddle you. LINK

HEIGHTS.
6th OCTOBER / CORP / £7.
Heights come to Sheffield as part of their catchily-named “Old Lies For Young Lives” tour. With support from Black Dogs & The Catharsis. Crunchy! LINK

FERAL BROOD.
7th OCTOBER / BOWERY / FREE.
The incredible Feral Brood play a free show thanks to Castle BowWow & Tired & Mardy! Come down, grab yoursen (you heard) a cocktail and enjoy some loud live music! LINK

DJ JAZZY JEFF.
9th OCTOBER / DQ / £7.
Legendary turntablist and Fresh Prince pal Jazzy Jeff will be rocking the turntables at DQ on Wed 9th of Oct as part of his Vinyl Destination European Tour. Constantly innovative – not one to miss. LINK

PLUMP DJS.
11th OCTOBER / HARLEY / £4.
Andy Gardner and Lee Rous have been destroying dancefloors all over the globe with their own productions for over 15 years now. They’re finally back on the Sheffield stage and this time showcasing a very special 1975-2013 disco/boogie set. LINK

MY BIG FAT GYPSY FOLK NIGHT.
12th OCTOBER / PENELOPES / £4.
Bringing you folk, indie, samba, funk, soul, reggae, world beats and more in a night of musical talent from Sheffield and beyond all in the name of charity. Billing includes Tropic of Youth, James Tait, Wolly Mammoth, Carl Woodford and the Sheff Uni Samba Band. LINK

DEEKLINE.
19th OCTOBER / FEZ CLUB / £8.
Festival heavyweight and oft-partner to Ed Solo, Deekline produces a big mish-mash of booty bass, jungle, soul, breaks, dubstep, drumstep and drum ‘n’ bass. Fatherfunk, Dankle, Bosh DJs and Dusk ‘Til Dawn DJs provide the support on this fine evening. LINK

KEN VANDERMARK & PAAL NILSSEN-LOVE.
22nd OCTOBER / QUEENS SOCIAL CLUB / £7.
Improvising free-jazz heavyweights Vandermark (sax, reeds) and Nilssen-Love (drums, percussion) make an ultra-rare appearance outside of London and grace Queens with an intimate all-seated gig. Expect sonic fireworks! LINK

HACKNEY COLLIERY BAND.
25th OCTOBER / RIVERSIDE / £4.
Nine-piece brass extravaganza make their Sheffield debut at the Cool Beans 3rd Birthday celebrations. Also on the bill are Dexter Dextrous & The Fingersmiths, The Allstar Revolution, The Bone Lab, Jack Athey, Andrew Duxfield and more. LINK

DEAP VALLEY.
29th OCTOBER / LEADMILL / £10.50.
All female rock ‘n’ roll 2-piece who possess the following: fury, blues, passion, power. Rave reviews from all the newspapers and spectacular performances at all the festivals means that their upcoming UK tour is their biggest one yet. LINK

THE MONSTER CEILIDH BAND.
30th OCTOBER / SHAKESPEARE / £8.
The Folk Forest returns with something to get you bouncing around whilst reserving plenty of food for thought with this amazing fusion band who are simply setting the scene alight right now. LINK

WRECK-TANGLE HILLBILLY HALLOWEEN
31st OCTOBER / REDHOUSE / £6.
Big bad Halloween mad one courtesy of Wreck-Tangle! LINK

That’s it for this month. You all better take care now. Also, improve your life vastly by hitting up the Now Then website here. Content researched and presented by Chris “Spoon Boy” Arnold & Jimmy “Rusty Fork” May.