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The Boomerang Club London are very proud to present an explosive night of Wild Rock 'n' Roll for you at our Boomerang 'Blast Off!' DO NOT MISS IT!! ★★★ The Playboys - LONDON RETURN GIG! The band was originally formed in January 1986, yes, that's 39 years ago. The idea was that of Dave Begent, who asked Rob Glazebrook if he would play guitar with him and Kev Clark (drums), and the ethos of the group was to play, simply, wild Rock n Roll + Rockabilly and choose songs that were not being covered and write their own. However, the singer chosen didnt arrive at the first rehearsal, so Rob ended up singing all of the songs and playing guitar, a first for him. Wanting to expand their sound, Clive Osborne then joined the guys on saxophone, and the rest is history. Their first album Invitation To Death all self-penned, was released in 1989. Over the years, they have played over 4000 gigs, and throughout this time, there have been a few line up changes. Although, there now seems to be 1 that clicks well, and audiences have gotten used to seeing. After the issue of the Twenty One album, back in 1994, on Joker Records, and re-realised on Rolling Rock in 2008. They have reformed once before but now 4 years later, after their last gig, have they decided to reform again due to public and popular demand. The line up on Twenty One and now will be; Rob Glazebrook (Vcls + Gtr), Wayne Hopkins (Bass), Clive Osborne (Saxophone) and Ricky McCann (drums). It's a who's who of well known faces, who know how to Rock n Roll, which has always been the idea of the group. Rare and wonderful songs are given the Playboys treatment, like Cast Iron Arm, Ooh My Soul, Bloody Mary, and the wonderful Comeback Judy released on a 45 in 1995. The band are ready once again, to give audiences some wild nights. DO NOT MISS THIS LONG AWAITED LONDON RETURN! ★★★ The Escobars - DEBUT LODON GIG! Escobar's formed mid 2022..A Rockin fuson of Rock n roll and rockabilly covers not regularly heard, with some self written songs played for good measure.. James Steele lead vocals.. Trevor Coveney Double Bass.. Robert James Hines lead guitar.. Crag Shape Drums .. With the bands influence's reaching across all Rockin styles , from obscure rare tunes of yester year, to songs written, recorded and performed more recently., Escobar's played Two gigs in Las Vegas 2023 and are booked to go back to play again 2025 with gigs in Los Angels also . A CD is recorded and is now going to press , soon to be released on El dandy Records (by April 2025 ).. They will be kicking off this fantastic night with a wild rockin' set so arrive early and do not miss these guys! Spinning The Wax until the early hours we have the fabulous Jezebel who will be playing awesome tunes between the bands and into the early hours! looking forward to seeing you all there..

Yuval Ron Guitarist and composer Yuval Ron performs original tunes which transcend the boundaries of any specific musical genre. Inspired by a crossover of modern fusion, progressive, cinematic and orchestral music, it is all well blended into an own fresh and distinct musical direction, best described as Cinematic Prog. The live show embellishes the music with a complete artistic concept, performed in full astronaut spacesuits and leading into a total, "out-of-this-world" experience. Aisles Having released five highly acclaimed studio albums, progressive rock band Aisles have created an unparalleled musical approach that combines intricate melodies and sonic openness. They have toured the Americas, Europe, and have performed with prog legends Marillion, Focus, and Riverside. In May 2024, they released the EP “Obras de Los Jaivas”, where they tribute Chilean prog folk group Los Jaivas, featuring four guest singers. Four months later, they released the track “The Dream”, introducing the new singer Boris Seeder. 8+ / U14s accompanied

Human Punk proudly presents: OUT OF ORDER This stunning band from Montreal, Canada making a very rare London appearance. So looking forward to seeing this lot. With very special guests: CRIMINAL DAMAGE - these guys are on fire right now. Proper raw street punk straight out of Brighton 16 GUNS - a London institution. They don't play so many gigs now so you have to see them when you can!

Hot on the heels of three sold-out London gigs in 2025, and a string of successful shows across the UK, Cian Downing and his band return to London to continue promoting their debut album 'The Grassroots to the Sky.' Cian's gigs have sold out for a reason. Cian has bowled over crowds with his infectious energy, Billy Bragg-esque vocals, and fantastically-crafted songs, brought to life by his exceptional four-piece backing band. Support comes from Cian's label-mates at Heavy Soul Records, The Hornets,a four piece Rhythm & Blues band based in and around London. They have recently played sold out gigs for The Ealing Club, Ram Jam Records, The Hanwell Cavern, Questors Theatre, The Spice Of Life, Mr Wolfs, Slim Jim's Liquor Store, The Crawdaddy Club, and The Isle of Wight Lambretta Day to name a few. They consist of Bailey Penny on Lead Guitar & Vocals, Andrew Pearce on Bass Guitar & Vocals, Ben Finan on Lead Vocals, and Mark Freeman on Drums.

This is not some middle-class tea party. At the legendary FIDDLER'S ELBOW, direct from Manchester, Cigarettes and Scratchcards, and in the opposite corner, hometown hard-nuts PEST! Plus a legendary support line-up including - Pushkick, DeadKo, and Redeeming Features This is not a drill! This is a fight for the soul of the streets! Be there. Or be crushed. (This has been a message brought to you by the iron fist of the event organisers. Failure to comply will result in severe auditory displeasure.) Presented by The Local. This is an 18+ event.

Alright, listen up; numbers don't lie. You got PunkBand, Rats Nest, GLU, Equals What, Magpie Conspiracy, and Bang Bang Bunny-six bands. June 25th. Fiddler's Elbow. London. Now, let's do the math. Each of these bands, they're bringin' some serious 'E' for energy, okay? So, that's 5E. Now, you factor in the Fiddler's Elbow, a compact space, right? That's gonna amplify that 'E', like a mathematical multiplier. We're talkin' 5E times a 'compression factor', 'C'. 5EC. Now, you got a variable 'P', the number of punks in attendance. But here's the kicker: this ain’t your average 'P'. This 'P' is gonna be off the charts! We're talkin' about exponential growth! So, while you're dividing 5EC by 'P', 'P' is gonna be so HUGE, it's gonna create a singularity of punk energy! A mathematical black hole of mosh pits! So, the math says: You got a 100% chance of these bands playin', a 100% chance of insane energy, and a 100% chance of me doin' the math and tellin' you, this ain't no ordinary gig. This is a mathematical certainty of pure, unadulterated punk chaos! June 25th. Fiddler's Elbow. Do the math... Presented by The Local. This is an 18+ event.

Clitosaurus. From la belle France ,comes the sound of Vulvastic Rock! A fusion of Alt Rock and Punk Riot Grrrrl. Girls just wanna have fun......but louder! Bullitz 23. From Scotland. 1977 style Punk with rasping vocals. Think SLF,Skids,Cock Sparrer and Sham 69. Music to your ears,fire to your heart, rebellion in your soul. Glitter Kick. Poweri pop Punk with added Glam. Always a great live band.

Punk Sunday Matinee. Three bands, three female vocalists, friends for 49 years!! (Doors open at 1pm and close promptly at 5pm). ★★★ TICKETS ON THE DOOR £13 CASH ONLY ★★★ Constructed around the enduring nucleus of Sid Truelove and Zillah Minx, Rubella Ballet formed at a gig in 1979 when Crass invited their audience to use their equipment. Rubella Ballet assembled a diverse range of material that encompassed all points from perky to doomy, with lyrics that juxtaposed protest and dissent against more impressionistic themes. Danger of Death their last album, was a hit with critics and the group's faithful following and drew upon a lifetime's opposition to oppression and exploitation. Many cite it as the band's crowning achievement. Brigandage started in 1981 to remind people of the glory, colour and inclusiveness of 1976! There have been many members along the way but this version includes Terry, a founding member of Sex Gang Children, on bass; Carl of the Chefs and more, is our guitar hero and Alan takes care of the drumming. Family of Strangers formed in Nov '23 and have loads of punk rock service under their belts. Inspired by legendary punk bands like Penetration, The Damned, The Cramps, UK Subs and Rancid, Family of Strangers delivers a raw and powerful sound. Punktuation magazine (R.Rae) had this to say "the likes of Dressed To Kill and Disintegration Nation rank among the best of pogo-worthy punk tunes. Everything they play is delivered with the confidence and panache youd expect of a headline band. (https://www.punktuationmag.com/shake-some-acton-gig-86-london-signature-brew-haggerston-28th-march-2025)

"Close your eyes, and youll swear that David Bowie, The Small Faces, The Happy Mondays, Squeeze and The Dandy Warhols have set aside their differences to bring the wild mercury sound to an unsuspecting pub backroom. Open them, and youll realise that this occasionally well-oiled, eight-legged groove machine, also possess a dedication to lifting the spirits to match Jack Daniels."

The charity one day progressive music event PROG the FOREST returns for its seventh year at the famous Fiddler's Elbow in Camden, North London on 6th December 2025 a Saturday this year, as many people suffered transport difficulties last year due to Sunday railway engineering works. As always, event will showcase the diversity of modern progressive rock music and adjacent genres, and all profits will be donated to the World Land Trust. In order to maximum fundraising while still making the event affordable, there are a range of ticket prices, to enable people to make an increased donation if they wish (and are able) to, please note that they do not come with any additional benefits, other than raising more money for the cause. There is also the option of an afternoon set only ticket, for those who may be attending another gig in London in the evening. ALPHALINE is a Reading-based alt/psychedelic rock band fusing hypnotic rhythms, soaring vocals, and luminous guitar textures into a sound that's both nostalgic and futuristic. Influenced by bands such as Massive Attack and Porcupine Tree, the fires of evolution and transformation, and the pulse of the underground, AlphaLine creates immersive sonic journeys rooted in soul, grit, and a sense of cosmic wonder. "We make music for the ones who think wild, feel deep, and move to their own beat." MOTHER BLACK CAP : Formed back in 2005, Mother Black Cap take their inspiration from the classic 70's Prog bands such as Floyd, Genesis, Camel, Focus added a touch of Marillion and Spock's Beard to produce inspiring music, thoughtful lyrics and above all great tunes. And having played hundreds of gigs over the years at venues and festivals such as HRH Prog and the Cambridge Rock Festival, they also know how to put on a good live show and entertain the crowds. They have recently released their 4th Studio Album Caveman TV which is receiving great reviews! A FORMAL HORSE is an avant-rock awkward squad working out of Southampton. Abrupt changes of tempo and direction abound, with adrenalized, Crimsonesque complexity interfacing with more languid, light-filled chords. A Formal Horse possess warmth and charm Prog Magazine BOVIDAE (Boh-vi-die) are a progressive instrumental quartet based in Sheffield. They perform a complex and highly charged fusion of heavy metal, classical and jazz styles, resulting in a unique and genre-defying sound. Expect polyrhythmic beats to challenge the most mathematically-minded, sweepingly epic piano harmonies interplaying with face-melting bass riffs, subtle (and not so subtle) nods to classical anthems, and violin solos to transport you to another galaxy. A live Bovidae show is an almost mystical journey that will leave you breathless, watching four musicians juggle and interweave music from opposite ends of the spectrum, all at 100 miles an hour, teetering on the very edge of chaos. For fans of King Crimson, Philip Glass, Frank Zappa, Meshuggah, horror film scores, polyrhythms, Gustav Holst, Igor Stravinsky JON HUNT is a singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist from London. His music though often described as 'quintessentially English' is eclectic in style ranging from alternative rock and power-pop to ballads; vocal and acoustic guitar to progressive rock and psychedelia. 'With nods to the likes of Paul Weller, Francis Dunnery and Miles Hunt (no relation); Jon Hunt's road-worn tales of love, life, longing and loathing combine edgy guitar with melodies that will glue themselves inside your head'. HATS OFF GENTLEMEN ITS ADEQUATE combine prog/alt/art-rock, with contemporary classical, minimalist, metal and electronic elements. They often explore scientific and science fiction themes. This year they have released their critically acclaimed 8th album, 'The Uncertainty Principle'. Spiky neo-prog and art-rock. Never less than entertaining, passionate, humorous and committed Prog Magazine COMEDY OF ERRORS : Scotland's finest and most revered progressive rock band have enthralled audiences at many of the world's most prestigious prog festivals, including Rosfest, Loreley, the Cambridge Rock Festival, Terra Incognita, 2 Days Prog + 1, The Prog Before Xmas and the Nene Valley Rock Festival. At the forefront of the progressive rock revival, they played their first live gig in May 1984 and the quality of their performances has been universally acknowledged and praised, capturing the hearts of a loyal and constantly growing fanbase spanning the globe. Their unique sound blends classical elements and symphonic prog, with unsurpassed emotional resonance and depth, and does not shy away from tackling the grand themes of human existence. Their most recent album, Threnody for a Dead Queen, their sixth since re-forming in 2011 after a long hiatus, was greeted with resounding critical acclaim, winning the coveted accolade of The Prog Mill Listeners Album of the Year in 2023. Currently back in the studio recording, their eagerly anticipated seventh album is on track to be released later this year, with Rob Aubrey putting the finishing touches to the mix. The band will be playing a series of live dates in 2025 with a revitalised set in which they return to their roots incorporating some classics not heard by fans since their early gigs in the 1980s. This is progressive rock as it was always meant to be Richard Swan, The Progressive Aspect. The music builds, almost as if alive, it has moods and emotions and captivates from the very first note Martin Hutchinson, Prog Radar Im thrilled and delighted to be co-promoting the seventh annual Prog the Forest one-day festival, which will be held on a Saturday this year, due to the travel problems many experienced last year due to railway engineering works on the Sunday. Were also offering a reduced price afternoon only ticket, for those who may be attending another gig in London in the evening. Once again, we have a superb line-up of acts - all of whom are donating their services for free - which makes this fabulous event uniquely affordable in these difficult times while still raising a considerable sum for our cause. Co-promoter Chris Parkins (London Prog Gigs) The World Land Trust buys threatened rainforest, to protect in trust, to stop them getting chopped down. Trees make oxygen, without which breathing is a bit pointless. So protecting the trees is good for the wildlife, and good for us staying alive. A win-win really - Co-promoter Malcolm Galloway (Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate) Prog the Forest is an all-day festival in 2 halves, with a break between the afternoon and the evening sets to allow people to have a meal; there are a huge number of eateries nearby in Chalk Farm and Camden Town. Accompanied children are welcome until 6pm. Due to licensing requirements the venue is 18+ after 6pm. The Fiddler's Elbow is a mostly standing venue, but some seating is available (restricted view). The event aims to be responsive to needs of attendees with disability issues; If you require a reserved seat, please let the organisers know.

Witches of the night is a high energy alt night filled with daring drag, brilliant bands and magical music. The night opens with DJ BabyBat an upcoming goth DJ spinning alt classics and undiscovered bangers all through the night French toast, the first band of the night, is an indie band whose music is as varied as their iconic fashion. Playing songs ranging from soul to garage and from rock to grunge. Expect electronic synths and high fever punk energy! Shortly after 8:00 p.m, our 2nd and final band of the night take the stage! Her name was are what happens when you mix alternative music, a quarterlife crisis and a cursed Spotify shuffle. It's loud. It's weird. It's her name was And lastly, the moment you've all been manifesting! The witches of the night, a wild trio of alternative drag queens take to the stage for an enchanting night of drama, games and stunning performances!! Your host of the night, Hell O' Weenie is a passionate queen who turns her angst against the chaos of the world into a creative downpour of expression. She has an eclectic mix of alt classics to have you dancing the night away. Performing through the pain of her disabilities, she shows you can do anything you put your mind to. Introducing your second host Belladonna Botanical, blessed with beauty cursed with rage. Belladonna will make your heart stop with her shocking performance Finally, we have Eclipse, demented soul of the undead, tradesman with the finest pork and wine of Transylvania. Bringing high energy songs and serving spook Think Jesus on poppers

The Muzztones: Great British indie music from the 1990s and the classic rock which influenced it. Finished off with hand-picked anthems from the 2000s. Put simply: some of the best songs ever written. "There's covers bands. And then there's The Muzztones. Close your eyes, and youll swear that David Bowie, The Small Faces, The Happy Mondays, Squeeze and The Dandy Warhols have set aside their differences to bring the wild mercury sound to an unsuspecting pub backroom. Open them, and youll realise that this occasionally well-oiled, eight-legged groove machine, also possess a dedication to lifting the spirits to match Jack Daniels." Paul Moody, NME. www.muzztones.com | https://www.facebook.com/TheMuzztones | https://www.instagram.com/muzztones/