Canadian indie-folk music band The Fugitives make a long-awaited return to the UK this summer with a concert at Albert's Shed as part of a two-week UK tour to support their new self-titled album. The Vancouver-based band were formed in 2005 and have released seven albums. Theyve been nominated for a JUNO, as well as seven Canadian Folk Music Awards, including Best Vocal Group, Best Ensemble, and Best Songwriter. Having toured heavily across Canada, the UK and the EU for two decades, theyve been awarded the Best Folk Album of the Year by the German Music Critics Association, performed at Glastonbury and most major folk festivals. They were a 2020 Globe & Mail Top Arts Pick of the Year. The band, who were a huge hit when they played St Mary's Church, Shrewsbury on the their tour in 2024, bring brilliant musicianship, top-notch songwriting, complex vocal harmonies and a funny, uplifting vibe to their live performances. Support will be from singer/songwriter Vincent Whyte.

Indie-rock outfit from Liverpool who hit the charts in the mid-90s with the quirky 'Female of the Species' and 'The Ballad of Tom Jones'.

Liverpool legend Ian Prowse makes a most welcome return. It's been a busy time for Ian. When he's not been on the road with his band Amsterdam for The Plough Tour, he was appearing as special guest for Elvis Costello & The Imposters on their "Boy Named If" tour. Take this opportunity to see his solo show where you can look forward to him performing old favourites like the iconic " Does This Train Stop on Merseyside?" through to songs from his new album and everything inbetween!

Stand-up comedian Sandro Ford is heading out on his first ever UK and Ireland tour, and its a big one. Titled Lager Than Life, this debut run brings Sandros unmistakable voice, sharp observations, and pub-bred storytelling to stages across the country. Co-Host of the smash hit Problematic Pub Podcast and as seen on Have A Word, Dead Men Talking, and Hot Water Green Room, Sandro has quickly made a name for himself as a comic who tells it how it is. His comedy is rooted in real life growing up, getting older, bad decisions, worse hangovers, and the sort of characters you only ever meet in or around a pub. Honest, self-aware, and unapologetically funny, his material feels lived-in and instantly relatable. Lager Than Life is a celebration of nights that spiral, mates who never change, and the quiet chaos of everyday British life. Sandros relaxed delivery and natural crowd connection allow his punchlines to land effortlessly, turning familiar situations into moments of pure comedy. One minute hes dissecting modern masculinity, the next hes deep into a story that probably shouldve stayed off record but youre glad it didnt. This tour marks the next step for a comic firmly on the rise, bringing his most personal and hard-hitting material yet to live audiences. Whether youve followed his podcast appearances or are discovering him for the first time, expect big laughs, brutal honesty, and stories that hit close to home. So get a drink in, find your seat, and brace yourself. With Sandro Ford, its always Down the Hatch. Lovelyyy

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs. In constant demand and having played just about every festival and two-bit, jibe-arsed dive in Christendom, Mad Dog Mcrea are, in every sense of the word, a live, band.

Everywhere At Once is a nationwide grassroots music festival taking place from June 2628, 2026, spearheaded by the Music Venue Trust (MVT) and The National Lottery It will feature over 1,200 gigs across 500+ UK grassroots venues, acting as a festival on your doorstep during Glastonburys 2026 fallow year, aiming to support local venues Rebellion Manchester Edition:Thrash rising stars Leader to headline, plus Versus (Leeds), Silver Chamber (Mcr) & Fabrikator (Bolton)