Paying homage to the greatest ever band from Sheffield, the one and only Def Leppard. Let's Get Rocked!

WhitesnakeUK play tribute to the very best of David Coverdale's multi platinum selling band, Whitesnake. From the early classic Moody / Marsden line up to the present day US incarnation, faithfully reproducing timeless classics such as 'Fool For Your Loving' 'Is This Love' & 'Here I Go Again'. With a line up comprising professional recording artists, members from some of the world's most respected tribute bands, extensive worldwide touring, syndicated tv appearances and a combined musical experience of over 120 years, Whitesnake UK can proudly boast to having some of the most accomplished personnel in any tribute band. “If Carlsberg did tribute bands.....” Formed by Carl Wooton in 2005, WhitesnakeUK have performed extensively throughout the UK gaining a reputation as 'THE' Whitesnake tribute. WhitesnakeUK concentrate purely on reproducing the classic sound of Whitesnake without the need for artificial backing tracks, gimmicks or wigs. For a 100% live experience that will leave you shouting for more, WhitesnakeUK are sure to deliver !

Winner of the Midland Zone Magazine's Best Cabaret Award by a public vote three years in a row, Vicky has performed well over a thousand shows as Pink over a seven year period. She covers hits as far back as 2000 to the present day.

Gary Digan Aka (The Gerry Cinna-man Experience) is the UKs Premier & Definitve Tribute to Gerry Cinnamon. Consistently selling out venues nationwide across the UK & Beyond this very much in demand Gerry Cinnamon Experience is a must see for any fans. With his Strong Scottish Accent, his infamous live shows are a mixture of up-beat acoustic guitars, soulful harmonica and heartfelt vocals. The anthemic sing along tracks, laced with social commentary seem to capture the imagination of the crowd. With every track being different, it keeps the audience on their toes. Adding to this with clever loop pedal harmonies and pounding kick drums, Gary makes a habit of whipping the audience into a frenzy which sees them leaving on a high and wanting more.

Nottingham, get ready for a night of pure rock n roll energy! On Friday, 3rd October 2025, the UKs only all-female Guns N Roses tribute band, Bras N Roses, is taking over Billy Bootleggers for an unforgettable evening of live music.

We are pleased to announce our next instalment of House Legends, Which will be held at Billy Bootleggers where we will have a live Pa & Dj set from Altern8 as he joins us as part of his anniversary tour. We will of course have the house legends residents playing to make it another great evening. Dance First, Think Later

The Killaz UK play at Billy Bootleggers for the first time! The Killaz UK are the ultimate tribute to the live shows of the Killers. By replicating the energy that The Killers produce in their live shows, The Killaz UK can interact with crowds in a completely organic way. For further authenticity, The Killaz UK bring a replica of the Killers famous K sign, complete with multi-channel light setup synchronised to the show. The Killaz UK create a powerful multi-layered sound that brings to life even the most complex Killers songs. Recreating performances of hits such as Mr. Brightside and When You Were Young and even extended live versions of songs such as Human and Smile Like You Mean It The Killaz UK ensure the best Killers live tribute experience.

Introducing OKNOTOK: the UK's newest tribute and celebration of Radiohead. Prepare to be transported as they perform "The Bends" in its entirety, including iconic tracks like "High and Dry" and "Street Spirit." The journey doesn't stop there - OKNOTOK delves deeper into Radiohead's discography, treating fans to beloved favourites from "OK Computer" "Hail to the Thief" and "Kid A" Join us as we celebrate the timeless music of Radiohead.

The UK's biggest emo night! Emo party anthems all night from My Chemical Romance, Paramore, Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Panic! At The Disco, The Used, All American Rejects, Jimmy Eat World, Enter Shikari, You Me At Six, Hawthorne Heights, Pierce The Veil, All Time Low and loads more.

Gaelynn Lea is an American folk singer, violinist, public speaker and disability advocate from Duluth, Minnesota. She is a classically trained violinist and songwriter who's been bewitching scores of fans with her haunting original songs and experimental takes on traditional fiddle music.

The UKs 4th best tribute to Paul Heaton. The Beautiful Martins playing all the tunes of The Housemartins, Heaton & Abbott and The Beautiful South.

1st time for us in Nottingham. Six Little Fingers playing all the classics from the band we all know and love, with as much fire as we can muster.... We have been gigging for over 5 years and we're excited to be playing in Nottingham for the first time. Tickets only £10 in advance & £15 on the door so grab yourselves a bargain.

Get ready for an electrifying night as Metallicish takes the stage at Billy Bootlegger's, Nottingham Not your average tribute band, Metallicish delivers a high-energy performance packed with iconic riffs, thunderous drums, and all the heavy-hitting classics you love. Expect an unforgettable setlist spanning Metallicas greatest hits, brought to life with passion, precision, and the unmistakable energy that sets Metallicish apart. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just in for a night of headbanging and good vibes, this is a show you dont want to miss.

Chop Suey! Nu-Metal Anthems is a massive nu-metal party. Playing Limp Bizkit / Linkin Park / System Of A Down / Slipknot / Papa Roach / Deftones / Korn / Mudvayne / Coal Chamber / Andrew W.K / Drowning Pool / Alien Ant Farm / Rage Against The Machine / Puddle Of Mudd / Staind / P.O.D / Soulfly and more.

Inertia continue their UK Tour, heading to Nottingham.. with special guests Goteki and Black Light Ascension!

Following two sold-out London shows, Esoterica are back performing tracks from their new album "In Dreams" for the first time.

At the frayed bottom-edge of Indiana just a moderate bike ride north of Louisville, Kentucky multi-instrumentalist, artist and songwriter Ryan Davis Americana-noir soundwaves have been emanating for years in a myriad of forms. As driving force for the lauded State Champion, long-running member of Tropical Trash, administrator of the esoteric and excellent Cropped Out festival, and lone proprietor of the Sophomore Lounge label, Davis lays down his first proper 'solo release with Dancing On The Edge a rich, two-LP tapestry of tunes that absolutely glows over seven expansive cuts. It's a pure collage of modernity and heritage. After a period of introspection spent re-immersing himself in his drawing and painting practice, as well as his newfound delvings into instrumental music, Davis sea change was imminent. I wasnt sure I would ever make another record of 'song songs, he says, but last year I started writing again and it eventually took the shape of the record at hand. I worked painstakingly hard on the material. It felt virtually impossible to complete for a bulk of the time I spent trying to enter into it, but the process pulled me out of a strange place. I was eventually able to live inside of the songs enough to understand the world within them to ultimately help shape them into what I understood them to be. Indeed, there's a load of inspiration captured in the grooves with Ryan's unfiltered, folk-traditioned approach to poetic twists-of-tongue meeting head on with sublime instrumentation. Recorded in early 2023 with help both in-studio and remotely from peers like Joan Shelley, Catherine Irwin (Freakwater), Will Lawrence (Felice Brothers, Gun Outfit, John Early), Jenny Rose (Giving Up), Christopher May (Mail the Horse), Elisabeth Fuchsia (Footings, Bonnie Prince Billy) and Aaron Rosenblum (Son of Earth, Sapat), Dancing on the Edge draws backup perhaps primarily from Davis tight-knit drinking buddies-cum-cast of collaborators in Equipment Pointed Ankh (records on Astral Editions, Bruit Direct Disques, Torn Light) a five-headed hive-mind from which he drew impetus for his own foray into more abstract and improvisational terrain these past few years under the Roadhouse alias. The results herein are melancholic, gentle, minimal yet colourful in mood: a lilting highway accompaniment of crisp instrumentation and a relaxed, amiable approach to vocals with rhapsodic wordsmithery. Fans of the aforementioned artists as well as those of Souled American, David Berman, Kurt Vile and Comes A Time-era Neil should all easily find bounty. While bare-boned and uncluttered in presentation, many of these pieces track over six minutes allowing a fair amount of expansiveness. Flashes of Orange percolates with synthetic and organic percussion while Davis ruminates on how a steady drip falls from the ceiling to my forehead / a pitter-patter of my past mistakes as a Cale-esque violin chatters through impressionistic fields of pedal steel. It's got an absence of recurring verses, replaced by an ever-unfolding story, words spotlighted by tasteful flanging synths and lovely key shifts as finally the titular hook lifts its proceedings up into the clouds. Other times the humour shines: tales of a jukebox that only plays Sultans of Swing in Junk Drawer Heart, ruminations like 'soon Ill be seen as a problem for the neighbours / soon Ill be seen as a trophy for the precinct in Free From the Guillotine, and of course the simple proclamation of A Suitable Exit being I never asked to be born / I was only wondering where the door went to. Tracked and mixed by Seth Manchester at Machines With Magnets (Pawtucket, RI) and mastered for vinyl by Tohru Kotetsu at Tokyo's legendary JVC Mastering Center, Dancing On The Edge stares down into the navel of the American Experience underbelly with a fair amount of outward reach. Besides the Kosmische-synth and violin stabs reaching into a European element, stately organ swells build a musical bridge between 1969 Southern California and Felt's latter era smooth moves, with layers of intelligent gesture taking this well beyond the realm of its archetypal indie troubadour/acoustic songwriter tag. Music and mint juleps never went down so well together.

Billy Bootleggers presents: Ant-Trouble Adam and the Ants / Adam Ant tribute band The UK's most exciting Adam and the Ants tribute band, also playing songs from Adam Ant's solo era. Performing all of the the big hits, awesome album tracks and exciting b-sides from the back catalogue of ant music. Featuring hit songs: Stand & Deliver, Antmusic, 'Zerox', Prince Charming, Kings Of The Wild Frontier, Goody Two Shoes, Dog Eat Dog, 'Vive Le Rock', plus many more... Covering both eras of the Ants, from Punk to Pop! All performed completely live, giving you the authentic experience in full costume and all the manic energy youd expect from the dandy highwaymen themselves! Live @ Billy Bootleggers - Nottingham Saturday 28th June Doors: 7:30pm (10pm finish) Tickets: £12 advance (more on the door)

American rock band Electric Sunrise will hit the stage for the tenth night of their UK tour at Billy Bootlegger's in Nottingham on the 10th of June. With performances by The Eeps, Yaz Dale, The Scenesters, and The Last Orders, this is a show you won't want to miss.

Authentic Muse tribute Plug In Maybe are dedicated to recreating the legendary stadium rockers massive arena style shows in compact venue settings. Utilising synced lights, visuals, automated live cameras and stage dressing to capture the essence of the epic live shows Muse have come to be known for. Sets include anthems such as Hysteria, Uprising, Time Is Running Out, Plug In Baby, Knights Of Cydonia and many more. Also included are some of the less frequently played tracks such as Fury and Citizen Erased.

The AbbaMIA show includes all the instantly recognisable hits from one of the worlds bestselling pop groups. ABBA were famous for their combination of catchy song hooks, multiple harmonies, and flamboyant colourful costumes. Keeping the true ABBA spirit alive, AbbaMIA bring all of this to their fun packed show giving you an evening of entertainment you will never forget.

Crosstown Concerts presents Black Foxxes + Special Guests Live. Age restrictions: 16+ (under 18s accompanied)

Did you grow up on My Chemical Romance? Do you miss Myspace? Do you get backaches at gigs? Do you want to be in bed before midnight? Then this night is for you! We invite you for a night made by Elderly Emos for Elderly Emos! DJs who grew up in the scene who were around when the songs came out. Expect all your favourites by: My Chemical Romance/ The Used/ Taking Back Sunday/ Fall Out Boy/ Panic! At The Disco/ Paramore/ Yellowcard/ Blink 182/ From First To Last / Underoath/ Senses Fail/Hawthorne Heights/ The All-American Rejects/ Dashboard Confessional/ New Found Glory/ 30 Seconds To Mars/ Motion City Soundtrack/ Cute Is What We Aim For/ Finch/ Funeral for a Friend/ From First To Last / Mayday Parade/ Story Of The Year/ Silverstein and many more

Shoegaze legends REVOLVER are back in Nottingham for their first show in the city since May 1993 with a new line up featuring original member Mat Flint and new music as well as classics from the first time round such as Independent Chart # 1 singles 'Heaven Sent An Angel', 'Venice' and 'Crimson'. Supports and DJs to be announced soon.

Niall McNamee is an Irish singer-songwriter and actor known for his own passionate, thoughtful and full-blooded songs. He has starred opposite Pierce Brosnan, fought with Jackie Chan and now is starring as the leading role in numerous feature films. Niall moved to London at 17 years old working on building sites whilst growing a devoted fan base playing gigs in pubs and music venues across London. He began his acting career on London’s West End as Romeo in ‘Romeo and Juliet’ before moving into film and tv and even having a major fight scene with Jackie Chan in ‘The Foreigner’.

Mantra - Bring Me The Horizon Party is back! A club night dedicated to BMTH! Expect to hear Bring Me The Horizon / Linkin Park / Bad Omens / Sleep Token / Asking Alexandria / Neck Deep / Korn / A Day To Remember / Electric Callboy / Limp Bizkit / I Prevail / Enter Shikari / Don Broco / Spiritbox / While She Sleeps / Architects and loads more!

Since releasing their debut single Ceiling in late 2020, Crushed By Waves have showcased their sound to the UK alternative rock scene - a cathartic blend of melodic verses, power-house breakdowns and anthemic choruses, which has seen the band gain a growing fanbase and the attention of industry, with singles receiving radio support from BBC Radio 1 Introducing, Kerrang! Radio and Planet Rock.

The Over 30s Club is your new favourite party daytime clubbing with big energy, zero egos, and tunes that hit every time.

British singer and pianist Mike Sanchez is one of the most exciting and charismatic performers in the world of rhythm & blues and rock 'n' roll. His indelible image as a frenetic front man pumping powerful boogie-woogie from the piano in a soaking suit, has won him fans from all over the world and attracted a following from many famous rock and blues legends who have lined up to work with him.

These guys know what they are doing, an original 4 piece with plenty of gigging experience under their belt!Dawson Smith is well know around Notts , we are looking forward for him to blow the roof off with his band.

Sanctum Sanctorium The Darkside of the 80s - vocalist and goth provocateur David Black A candid spoken word performance with songs and anecdotes.

1.5 Hours Of Bottomless Drinks (Prosecco, Mimosas & Selected Beers And Cider) + Food From Peter Pizzeria!!!!!

Metal Night is coming to Nottingham on Saturday 31st May! Playing heavy metal, hard rock and thrash all night at Billy Bootleggers! Catch us before we're in District X at this years Download Festival! Playing Slayer, Metallica, Anthrax, Sepultura, Mastodon, Pantera, Motorhead, Ghost, Napalm Death, Slipknot, Suicidal Tendencies, Megadeth, Lamb Of God, Judas Priest, Machine Head and loads more!

Shoegaze legends REVOLVER are back in Nottingham for their first show in the city since May 1993 with a new line up featuring original member Mat Flint and new music as well as classics from the first time round such as Independent Chart # 1 singles 'Heaven Sent An Angel', 'Venice' and 'Crimson'. Supports and DJs to be announced soon.

Good Times Roll are ready to serve up a cocktail of Ragged Rhythm Rock n Roll Blues. They will have you up and dancing through their set for sure!

With Matt roaring on lead vocals, Danny tearing it up on lead guitar, Jim slapping the bass and their own 'Animal" Jack on the drums you know the place will be jumping.

We welcome back The Most Ugly Child back to our dive bar! The Most Ugly Child is one of the best Alt Country, Folk-grass outfit on the land!! An unbelievable band that will get your heart racing and feet dancing so come on down Band on stage 9pm Free entry as always

They are a hard-hitting Neo-Rockabilly band playing everything from original songs and hard-hitting covers for you guys to bop wreck stroll and sometimes a jive... going to be one hell of a party!

The Gruffs are delightfully fun, quirkily humorous, and will have you bopping like youre possessed. Dance, laugh and expand your mind in an altered world of Rock 'n' Roll, Country, Boogie-Woogie, Swing, and rough-edged Blues with lyrics that merge the mystic and comic.."

The Runawayz are influenced by the electrifying sound of 50s and 60s Rock n Roll, Rockabilly and Rhythm & Blues.

Saturday 24th of May Ricky and The Retros make a return to Billys with their upbeat Rock 'n' Roll , Rockabilly.

Friday 30th of May, we are blessed with a live performance from The Riders! A 3 piece rock n roll band that have fire in their bellys! A well know band on the Rockabilly scene and it's great to have them back at Billy's! On stage 9pm- Free Entry! Stick around and have a boogie with our DJs until 3am!

These guys have a reputation for getting the crowd going with their upbeat Rhythm and Blues to make a party happy

Introducing Future-ish , a new queer & inclusive club night. Join us at Billy Bootleggers for a queer rave from your favourite local DJs

We have The Mystery Train Riders here at Billys! Absolutely thrilled to have these boys play here again! The Mystery Train Riders continue to make some noise on the Rockabilly scene! Such an energetic band playing upbeat Rock 'n' Roll. Always a party where they play! Seriously , this is not to be missed! On stage 9pm sharp! Free Entry! As always , the party continues with Billy's Disc Jockeys playing us Party Music until 3am!

Seven Dark Lords play Americana /Alt-Country music, with a Blues and Rock n Roll flavour. Their sound is influenced by the old Country stars, Wilco, The Band, Leonard Skynard, The Allman Brothers, and even Elvis

Saturday 31st of May we have something very special for you! We are thrilled to announce the return of the one and only Axeminster Burnes and The Rug Cutters! This 6 piece band know how to get a crowd going! They will be bringing some Jump Blues Rock n Roll and we are expecting a party! Make sure you dont miss out!! Band on stage 6pm. Free Entry! DJs on til 3am.

Our bank holiday of live music starts off with some some high flying Rockabilly from The Ramrods. These boys have been playing in different acts over the years and offer us a hell of a party. Get down for a boogie! On stage 3pm -Free Entry. Stick around for more party vibes with even more live music and then DJ's until 3am!