Mallard the Wonderdog is the pseudonym of singer/songwriter David Williams, who enjoys writing satirical songs with tongue placed firmly in cheek, despite how difficult that makes it to sing.
Louise West is a traditional lacemaker studying on the MA Adapt course at the University of Derby and has had a phenomenal year.
In June this year, Hatch'd and Apples For Discos put on Pennyfest 2; a charity alldayer raising money for Penny's Fund. A couple of local film makers have recently finished a short film about the day and you can see it, right here on Hatch'd!
In the second part of our Open for Business series, Hatch'd interview new creative businesses exhibiting for the first time at this annual business exhibition and trade fair, supported by the Centre for Entrepreneurial Management at the University of Derby.
Open for Business is an annual business exhibition and trade fair. This year over 75 businesses are exhibiting, most of which are businesses that have been supported by the Centre for Entrepreneurial Management at the University of Derby. Hatch'd decided to catch up with businesses that exhibited last year to see what successes they've had over the last 12 months.
Holy Smokes! is a music & arts collective made up of 4 young men looking to do something a little different within the Derby scene. Chris headed down to the recently reopened Silk Mill Museum to check out their first event.
We at Hatch'd understand that moving to a new city can be a massively daunting experience. That's why we compiled this list of the top 5 things to see and do in our humble city!
Suzanne is a University of Derby student with a passion for design, Holly spoke to her to find out how she got started, what inspires her and her exciting plans for the future!
Last week we posted the first part of our feature on The Beekeepers reunion, penned by the band's own, Gary Thatcher. In the second half, Gary talks about record companies, touring and the long-awaited reunion itself.
Sam finds out more about Karina Goodman's Gallery Boutique Studio 61
As you may already know, Derby music legends The Beekeepers are to reform this month to play their long overdue final show on September 24th. For those of you who were too young to remember them, here's the tale of their meteoric rise to stardom, as told by their guitarist, Mr Gary Thatcher.
Do you ever find yourself listening into peoples conversations? At a bus stop, at the doctors, while waiting for a friend?