Fat Dog’s particular brand of chaos seems a fine antidote to the remains of pent-up lockdown frustration. The collective scream has found a mouth; the potential energy has been activated. Joe’s singing, his words slurred and distorted in the time-honoured tradition of delta bluesmen, melds to Jazz’s wordless vocals, high and keening like some punk banshee princess, equal parts Grace Slick and Yoko Ono.

The Ultimate Stone Roses are the only tribute to the Roses to hail from Manchester. Each member is a die hard fan of the original band who has dedicated themselves to mastering the music of their heroes. Playing songs from the seminal first album, the second coming and early fan favourites like 'Sally Cinnamon' and 'Mersey Paradise', the Ultimate Stone Roses give their audiences the most authentic Stone Roses experience possible.

Welly is an extraordinary character with a remarkable literary way of describing himself, his band and society. A square peg in the round hole of suburban life, Welly embraced his difference from an early age and went onto channel his observations on suburbia into songs. Whip-smart, playful, funny and terrifyingly smart pop songs to be precise. He then set about finding the perfect vehicle to pedal his wares and so formed a band and delivered a debut album bursting with democratised pop music for people that feel fun in the charts stopped at Love Machine by Girls Aloud.

JOY. This is an 18+ event .

BC Camplight is an England-based American songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. His 2005 album Hide, Run Away was released by One Little Indian and featured Cynthia G. Mason on vocals. Camplight's follow-up, Blink of a Nihilist, was released in 2007, and his third album came out in January 2015 on Bella Union.

Anna Erhard + Guests Berlin-based singer/songwriter

Singer-songwriter Will Varley has come a long way since his early days haunting the open mics of South London and busking around on The Underground. Over the past few years, Will has toured relentlessly across Europe and America as a support act for Billy Bragg, Frank Turner, Valerie June, and The Proclaimers and he's sold out his own headline shows in cities as far afield as Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam and Vienna. High praise from the likes of Tim Minchin and Simon Nicol of Fairport Convention have helped fan the flames, as his audience continues to grow both on the road and online.

Two piece from Bristol that provide a sweat soaked, tub thumping, groove infused experience. Squint your eyes and it’s a stag do on a karaoke machine but open your mind and you’ll find it’s at least 500% more enjoyable than that.

In their decade-plus together, the four-piece-Shapiro, Lydia Lund (guitar, vocals), Gretchen Grimm (drums, vocals), and Annie Truscott (bass, vocals)-have created a resonant body of work. The early days of “Nip Slip” and “Pussy Weed Beer” (hits from their iconic debut full-length No Regerts, which recently celebrated 10 years) and the “Cool Slut” era of 2015’s Time To Go Home were raucous bonanzas of dry wit and self-evident feminism. A newfound gravity on 2017’s I Used to Spend So Much Time Alone shifted the lyrical mood toward introspection as they continued to refine their trademark sound: lush intertwining guitars, meticulous rhythms, a careful balance of melancholy and optimism. Two years later, the dreamy Chastity Belt marked a renewal of vows to their musicianship and friendship, each member coming into their own as artists, convening with a fresh perspective on collaboration. Live Laugh Love is a natural continuation which finds the members in their prime as musicians. Their parts trace intricate patterns over one another, but there’s room to breathe between the layers. Everyone contributes to the writing, sometimes switching instruments, and for the first time, all four members sing a song. “We have such a strong sense of each other’s musical inclinations” says Lund. “I think this allows for a lot of playfulness...we can kinda surprise each other, like a good punchline would.” Living, laughing, loving... maybe it really is that simple. Presented by Where Else? This is an all ages event

A new show about extinct gigantic, charismatic, megafauna from 3-time Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominated Comedian, and very good comedian Josie Long. In these troubled times, in this wicked world, it can feel like apocalypse is everywhere but did you know 11,000 years ago there were some really big armadillos? I’m talking about as big as a car. Really big. And they were vegetarian so don’t even worry about them. Also my daughter has a hamster and I’m not saying distract yourself from everything, but I’m saying he’s also part of everything. Josie is back with a new show about discovery, wonder, extinction and how to walk through a landscape of monstrous disaster. There is also a good tip about silt, guaranteed.

FORM Presents ELIAS RØNNENFELT \+ Special Guests Presented by FORM. This is an 18+ event

A Chump's double bill from 2 of our favourite character comedians. Lucy Pearman Lucy Pearman is an unimaginably silly character comedian. She’s been nominated for Best Newcomer at Edinburgh and Best Show at the Leicester Comedy awards. Fans of Vic & Bob and Harry Hill will love her, the latter saying he was "Stunned by her inventiveness”. Lucy starred in The Mind of Herbert Clunkerdunk, Mister Winner and Red Dwarf . She also wrote and starred in The Train with Tim Key and Kiell Smith Bynoe and the Radio 4 series Call Jonathan Pie. ‘Spending an hour in Pearman’s world is a true delight’ ★★★★ List Joe Kent-Walters as Frankie Monroe Yorkshire’s biggest bastard is coming to the seaside! Join owner and MC of The Misty Moon (working men’s club in Rotherham/portal to hell) for a slap-up feast of laughs, tricks and mucky bitter. Joe Kent Walters as Frankie Monroe recently won: Leicester Comedy Festival 2024 - Best Show Edinburgh Comedy Awards 2024 - Best Newcomer BBC New Comedy Awards 2023 Doors 7pm Show starts 8pm Presented by Chump's Comedy. This is an 16+ event

The Where Else? League Of Legends Pool Tournament takes place on the last Thursday of every month. RSVP for a link to sign up to play or just to register your interest in the vibes. - Pool tournament in a fun, friendly environment to a punk rock soundtrack. - There are 16 spaces in the tournament. First come first served. The Where Else? League Of Legends Pool Tournament "Because pub sports are real sports" Presented by Where Else? This is an 18+ event

Los Angeles-based Thumpasaurus are a gang of five young American musicians taking hugely divergent influences and channelling them into something uniquely Thumpasaurian. Thumpasaurus offer up their own unique punk/funk stew wherein, hidden in plain sight and sound, you’ll find traces of Zappa, Beefheart, James Chance, Funkadelic/Parliament, Morphine, Devo, Talking Heads and Prince, as well as some rocking heavy metal, free jazz, musical theatre and even some light opera references thrown in for good measure. 2018 saw the band record an EP with legendary house producer, Dirtybird’s Justin Jay. Consisting primarily of remixed Thump songs, the EP was premiered by Annie Mack on BBC Radio 1.The band released their self-produced debut album, The Book Of Thump, in 2019. Thumpasaurus released a second album 'Thumpaverse' in 2021.

Star of Live at the Apollo, Late Night Mash and Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nominee, brings a show all about the women in her life, from her mother to her best friend and that one girl who was mean in 2008. Oh, and Disney Princesses, obvs. Co-host of the smash-hit podcast Trusty Hogs and seen on BBC3, Comedy Central, Dave, ITV and more. 

Hank are a London band channeling the city’s contradictions - chaos, beauty, intimacy and alienation. Known for their unpredictable live shows, built around a rotating cast of collaborators, they’ve built a following across the city’s DIY and festival circuits. Backed by praise from Clash, So Young Magazine, and BBC6Music and Introducing, Hank’s sound has drawn comparisons to the noise-soaked euphoria of My Bloody Valentine and the restless dynamism of Beck. Hank’s live shows, have become essential viewing, marked by their ability to connect deeply with their audience while still keeping them guessing. Joining Hank on this cross country co-headline dash are Brooklyn’s Catcher. A band whom since 2021 have garnered a growing international fan base with their captivating and visceral live performances. The 5 piece quickly established a reputation as ‘NYC’s hottest guitar wielding prospects’ as mentioned in The NME 100: Essential Emerging Artists and were included in The Austin Chronicle’s ‘Best Music We Saw at SXSW’ list in 2022. Support comes from post-rock outfit Denh Izen Presented by Where Else? This is an all ages event

Time flies when you’re being Tunng. Can it really be over two decades since the band’s genre-blurring, self-styled ‘pagan folktronica’ first emerged from an east London studio courtesy of a clutch of Gilles Peterson-endorsed singles on the small but perfectly formed Static Caravan imprint? It surely can, and what’s more, January 2025 will mark the twentieth anniversary of This is Tunng... Mother’s Daughter and Other Songs, a debut longplayer whose acoustic guitars and poetic disquisitions on nature, mythology and the human condition, courtesy of Sam Genders, sieved through fellow band founder Mike Lindsay’s lattice of fractured beats and crackling electronics, still sounds like an impiously postmodern wedding of the rustic and the synthetic, the arcane and the futurist - one for which the designation ‘pagan folktronica’ is as good a shorthand as any. Presented by Where Else? This is an all ages event

ELZ presents, BABESLAM: A sexy little poetry slam with a twist! Open micers will compete for the BABESLAM title. This can be poetry, performance or comedy - as long as they stick to their time limit! How it works: Each performance will be scored by 3 random members of the audience. The highest score wins, and the winning performer will headline the next slam. Expect laughs, lager, and lots and lots of words. Special guests: Watch this space for special guests! How do I get a slot? At every show we want to give a platform to new voices, first timers, and those coming out of performance hibernation. You do not need any prior experience to sign up for a slot. If you are interested in performing, or need to access more information, contact ELZ at @babe.slam (instagram) or [email protected]. Presented by Elsewhere (UK). This is an 18+ event. (Photo ID Required)

Stick in the Wheel are a multi-award winning young five-piece folk band from London.

The Crewe four-piece meld emo, punk and hardcore while maintaining an aura of mystique.

'A brilliant show' - NME 'I would try and describe it but... you just had to be there' - Yaz, London London-based singer-songwriter Marie Naffah masterfully blends classic storytelling, drawing inspiration from legends like Bob Dylan, The Beatles, and Joni Mitchell, with contemporary influences such as Sharon Van Etten, Bleachers, and Big Thief. This fusion creates a distinctive sound that balances modernity and nostalgia. Having seen widespread critical acclaim from the likes of The Independent, BBC, NME, New Music Friday and many more, Marie released her debut album ‘Mother of Pearl’ in June 2024 under Frictionless Music. A core aspect of Marie’s artistry is her dedication to building meaningful connections with her fans, a quality that shines through in every project she undertakes. Prioritising fan engagement, Marie recently completed a sold-out regional tour across the UK, which concluded with a memorable performance at London’s EartH Theatre in Hackney. Proudly authentic, ‘Marie carves her own musical path that is unlike any other,’ as perfectly put by Wonderland Magazine. A note from Marie: I’ve heard only good whispers about Margate. The sea, the coffee, the wild creative hearts. So, in search of new friends, we’re coming. Here’s my promise: not just a moody indie gig. A night of lift, laughter, nostalgia, and a little magic for good measure. Can’t wait to meet you. Presented by Where Else? This is a 16+ event

For TEZ, music is therapy - a heartfelt exploration through life's experiences, with each measure coasting its way towards optimism and inclusivity. Hailing from Margate, UK, TEZ is Owen Mellett, Joe Martin and Dan Hughes. TEZ's sound is marked by driving rhythms and cascading, aqueous instrumentation that tips its hat to neo-psychedelia, ambient and indie rock. With inspiration from artists like Palace, Foals and Two Door Cinema Club, their music radiates summer vibes, personal growth and a zest for life. From bedroom project to growing sensation, their story has been one to watch. Since finalising their lineup in 2023, the schoolmates landed their debut gig in the Swiss Alps. They went on to premiere on BBC, embark on a UK tour and sell out headline shows across the UK and EU. Crowdfunding and the support of charities like Help Musicians have played a major part in TEZ’s journey. Their second and third EP’s, “The New Era” and “Gloria Runs The Shop”, produced by Ian Flynn (Yussef Dayes, Hozier) were made possible through a target-smashing fundraising effort. TEZ have amassed a strong and growing discography, a fanbase amassing over half a million streams, and racked up widespread media support. Abbie McCarthy of BBC Introducing remarked, "We've loved these guys for a little while now" while Wonderland Magazine expressed that they "Can't wait for more from TEZ”. Presented by Where Else? This is a 16+ event

Rob Auton is a poet and comedian described by the Guardian as a "genuine original”, by James Acaster as "the mother freaking greatest"and by Vanessa Feltz as "just sad”. JFAbraham is a musician whose music was described by Brian Eno as “beautiful”. He’s a member of Public Service Broadcasting. Their rare and rousing collaboration overjoyed crowds at End Of The Road Festival last summer, expect a life affirming evening courtesy of this unique pairing. \+ Support Doors 7pm Presented by Chump's Comedy and Where Else? This is an 14+ event (under 16s to be accompanied)

Thandii is the musical love child of Jessica Berry and Graham Godfrey, touring and recording musicians that have worked with Michael Kiwanuka, Hozier, SAULT, Cleo Sol, Little Simz, Chronixx and Inflo, amongst others. Beat driven art-pop; love songs on a loop; hard and soft, Thandii's world comes collaged from offcuts of soul, lo-fi hip-hop & psych. Presented by Where Else? This is an all ages event

Line up: Live Charlie Don't Surf, Harmony Bo. DJs: DJ MARK, Jo Wallace (Ramrock Hifi) This fabulous line-up comes together to raise funds in support of legendary DJ, producer and Black Science Orchestra member, Ashley Beedle. Having previously battled Stage 4 prostate cancer, Ashley was dealt a devastating blow when he suffered a brain bleed and seizure due to the rupture of a brain mass. A major stroke followed which robbed him of his power of speech and led to a loss of movement in his leg and arm on one side. Despite enormous challenges, Ashley has proved himself to be a fighter, surmounting all odds with an incredible sense of humour and determination. Currently in a Margate nursing home, and thanks to extraordinary care and support from the NHS, and his hugely spirited and loving partner, the iconic DJ Jo Wallace (Ramrock Hi-Fi), Ashley has regained a good amount of speech. But a lot more work is required to improve his mobility. Money raised from this event will go towards adapting a more comfortable new home environment and continued daily physio. Ashley’s recovery so far allowed him to be part of the recent Black Science Orchestra remix of Primal Scream’s 'Love Insurrection'. Further recovery and funding support will allow Ashley to continue making great music. Presented by Charlie Don't Surf This is a 16+ event

Lunatraktors Award-winning ‘broken folk’ experimentalists - Lunatraktors strip down Anglo-Celtic traditionals to the bare bones of vocal harmony and percussive dance, before expanding into weird, playful spaces with eclectic acoustic beats, accordion, whistles and deep drones. Ancient and contemporary, mournful and joyously deranged, Lunatraktors are ‘simply different’ (RTÉ Lyric FM). MOJO Top Ten Folk Albums 2019 & 2021. Lucy and Hazel Lucy and Hazel are a Sheffield-based queer folk duo charming audiences with self penned folk laced with humour, harmonies and heart. With influences drawn from a lifetime steeped in traditional English and European folk music, song and dance, Lucy Huzzard and Hazel Thompson combine a love of groove, soulful raw harmonies and passionate song writing to give you hope in these strange times. Presented by Where Else? This is an all ages event

We are back with the night that changed Karaoke forever... INKO is a night for anyone who’s ever felt too much and kept it quiet. It’s for the version of you that used to scream into a pillow, write lyrics on your schoolbooks, or dream of being center stage with nothing but a mic and a mess of feelings. This isn’t just karaoke. It’s a room full of strangers who feel like friends by the end of the night. It’s a stage that welcomes you as you are-shaky voice, full heart, and all. It’s community, catharsis, and the sound of a hundred voices singing with you, not at you. Our Karaoke list included MCR, Paramore, Limp Bizkit, Blink and more. Everything they never wanted you to sing, but we are here for it. Expect hands reaching out from the crowd, not to pull you down, but to hold you up. Come as you are. Sing what you need. The mic is yours. Grab your tickets now for a night you'll never forget. "It doesn’t matter if you’re not much of a singer, once you get up on that stage you’ll feel all the swagger of Fred Durst flowing through you. It’s a safe, inclusive place for those wanting to experience something a little bit more alternative - you will feel safe being yourself. Get down down before this event blows up!" - James Hingle, Writer at Kerrang! Magazine Presented by I'm Not Kara-Okay!. This is an 18+ event

All girl punk band from Cardiff, Wales.

The Bug Club's name does a good job of introducing the band and their music: a tight-knit, collaborative effort focussed on telling tales of the everyday that we often take for granted, shot through with humour and riffs-a-plenty. Comprising the creative trio of Sam Willmett (guitar/vocals), Tilly Harris (bass/vocals) & Dan Matthew (drums), The Bug Club formed in 2016 in the little-known rock n' roll hotbed that is Caldicot, Monmouthshire. The band were signed by Bingo Records in Autumn 2020, and released their first single 'We Don't Need Room For Lovin'' in Feb 2021. EPs Launching Moondream One and Pure Particles followed, along with standalone releases Intelectuals and Two Beauties. Initially championed by BBC 6 Music's Marc Riley, along with Adam Walton and Huw Stephens on Radio Cymru, The Bug Club have since earned the support of DJs, fellow artists and press worldwide. Sold-out tours across the UK and in Europe paved the way for a 2023 which will see the band play further afield to an ever-growing loyal fanbase, who can look forward to a number of new releases from the trio this year. Three groovy peas in a far out pod!

Pale Blue Eyes’ excelsior modernist pop music comes from Devon and Sheffield – via stop-overs in Iceland, KLF-land and the Steel City home of British electronic music.

Over the past three decades or so, Jah Wobble has ploughed his own furrow as a prolific solo artist, as well as becoming a well-respected session musician, with genuine passion for Eastern and Global music. He has worked with a diverse range of musicians, including Baaba Maal, Bjork, Primal Scream, Brian Eno, Sinead O'Connor, Julianne Regan, Delores O'Riordan, Holgat Czukay, The Edge and Chaka Demus & Pliers. The man born John Wardle began his musical journey when he met John Lydon and Sid Vicious at Kingsway College, London in 1973. It was Vicious who not only nicknamed John 'Jah Wobble' after a drunken binge but also loaned him his first bass guitar. Lydon asked JW to join Public Image Limited (aka PiL) in spring 1978. Wardle's distinctive 'low end' bass became the backbone of PiL's pioneering sound. After its follow-up, the exploratory yet sinister soundscapes of Metal Box, Wardle became disillusioned by politics within the band and their reluctance to play live. He eventually split from PiL in mid-1980 and embarked on a prolific solo career. Wobble is joined on stage by drummer Marc Layton-Bennett and Martin Chung.