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O2 Academy Leeds

The O2 Academy Leeds' Grade I listed building is a majestic hunk of Victorian Gothic, opening as the Coliseum in 1885 and originally an all-purpose theatre/meeting house/circus venue. It morphed into a cinema in the 20s and a bingo hall in the 60s before becoming the Town and Country Club in 1992. Since 2007 it's been run by Academy Music Group, hosting international acts in the main auditorium and local bands in the Underground space. The nearest train station is Leeds, about 15 minutes' walk down Park Row. The nearest car parking is at Woodhouse Lane and the Rose Bowl Car Park around the back of the venue on Portland Crescent. Local buses stop on Caverley Street, Woodhouse Lane, Portland Way and Albion Street.

What's On @ O2 Academy Leeds

The Tumbling Paddies

The Tumbling Paddies

9 Apr 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

One of Ireland's most popular music acts, The Tumbling Paddies are now coming to England! Song writing and original material is a major part of their success. Hit songs include Pretty Girl, Night On The Town and The Way I Am, which topped the Irish charts for 10 consecutive weeks. Having grown from strength to strength over the past few years, it is no surprise that their music is being played in venues all over the world. Formed in 2014 in their beloved County Fermanagh, they soon became the region's favourite covers band. After welcoming Oisin on keyboards, the band started to write and record their own original music, gaining more and more followers. The Tumbling Paddies soon became one of Ireland's most prolific touring acts, playing sell-out gigs all over the country, including TF Castlebar and the INEC in Killarney. The band are now enjoying global success with recent tours in Dubai, Germany, and Spain. With an exuberant, energy-filled, live show, The Tumbling Paddies, will perform a mix of original songs and classic Irish hits, in what promises to be an incredibly uplifting night of live music.
Jessie J

Jessie J

7 Apr 2026 - 30 Aug 2026

Jessie J has proven she is one of the hottest pop stars on the planet, having hit the number 1 spot in 19 countries worldwide, selling 11 million singles and over 2.5 million copies of her multi-platinum debut album Who You Are. In the UK alone Jessie has sold 1 million albums and secured two number one 1 singles with Price Tag and Domino.
Serena Terry: Therapy

Serena Terry: Therapy

15 May 2026 - 21 Oct 2026

Over the last 6 months, Serena has tried and tested 22 different types of therapy in a bid to improve her physical and mental health and calm the chaos that comes with being a busy mum on the cusp of turning 40, resulting in some diverse, embarrassing and hilarious outcomes. She’ll take you through her journey of self-improvement, hailing what worked, calling bullshit on the rest, and revealing how in the midst of the madness, her new found search for solace has left her husband and children regularly bewildered. Park your worries at the door and strap in for a night of honest hilarity that’ll leave tears of laughter streaming down your face, providing a little bit of your own therapy in return.
The Greatest Musicals Daytime Disco

The Greatest Musicals Daytime Disco

5 Apr 2026 - 12 Jun 2026

Prepare yourselves for a full blown theatrical explosion as we give you music from Hamilton, Grease, Dirty Dancing, High School Musical, Wicked & Mama Mia to The Greatest Showman, Frozen, Rent, Six and sooo much more!
Fat Freddy's Drop

Fat Freddy's Drop

16 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

Aotearoa New Zealand’s hi-tek soul machine Fat Freddy’s Drop returns to Europe in 2024 for a new studio album release tour! Hailing from the wind-swept South Coast of Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Fat Freddy’s Drop are internationally regarded as one of the world’s finest live performers. As a seven-piece band, the Freddy’s sound is a unification of their collective ideas from across a breadth of musical backgrounds and influences; creating an sonic flavour that transcends time and coalesces traditionally opposing genres. Blending DJ Fitchie’s love of reggae and house with Joe Dukie’s soulful tones, and combined with an exuberant horn section, Freddy’s live shows are renowned for their bold and electric energy. After a successful 2023 European tour, the band is building on this momentum as they prepare for their return to the Northern Hemisphere in 2024 with their first studio release since ‘Special Edition Part 1’. Presented by Academy Events. This is an 14+ event. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult aged 18+
Godspeed You! Black Emperor

Godspeed You! Black Emperor

9 Apr 2026 - 10 Apr 2026

Experiencing the visceral force of Godspeed You! Black Emperor live can change your beliefs about the power of music. Confrontational, fiercely political, they bathe their audiences in mesmerising, multi-layered symphonic waves, inducing ecstasy, terror and everything in between. The elusive Montreal band have a cult status, down to their legendary anonymity, radical political convictions and very rare live gigs. They notoriously refuse to play by music industry rules: ‘No singer no leader no interviews no press photos.’ They’re unflinching in their critique of a grim consumer society in terminal decline. But they convey their tough messages of defiance in hypnotic, sensuous music that strikes right at the heart of your emotions. They are embraced around the world as an example of the boundless potential of rock.
Lake Street Dive

Lake Street Dive

20 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026

The members of Lake Street Dive met in 2004 as students at Boston's New England Conservatory of Music. Though they were all studying jazz, their work together was informed by their love of classic pop, particularly from the '60s, including The Beatles, The Supremes, Dusty Springfield, and The Beach Boys.
Billy Gillies

Billy Gillies

4 Apr 2026 - 5 Dec 2026

Rising star Billy Gillies is certainly a name to watch out for. Hailing from Northern Ireland, he has gained many admirers through his reworks of classic tracks as well as banging originals which has seen him gain support from the likes of Armin van Buuren, Aly & Fila and Sneijder.
The Beat

The Beat

4 Apr 2026 - 29 Oct 2026

One tempestuous weekend in March 1979 was not only the date of the Three Mile Island nuclear incident, but also, in Birmingham, England, the very first show by a nascent band known as The Beat.
Country Club - Country Music Festival
Expect non-stop country music hits all night long, line dancing, cowboy & cowgirl hat giveaway, red solo cups, wild west décor. Expect to hear Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Taylor Swift, Chris Stapleton, Post Malone, Shania Twain, Luke Bryan & many more!
Fin Taylor: The Pre-emptive Comeback Special
Men want to be him, Women want their boyfriends to stop showing them his videos. The King of the Internet Jungle is back where he belongs, doing stand-up in front of a live audience. After the whirlwind success of his chart-topping podcast Fin vs History and interview series Fin vs the Internet, it’s his biggest tour yet. But with the shows on-sale so far in advance, the question remains: will he fall off the tightrope before the curtain comes up?  It’s the pre-emptive comeback special.  As seen and heard on Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The Last Leg, Roast Battle, The Mash Report, 8 out of 10 Cats, Have a Word, Parenting Hell.
Warren Zeiders

Warren Zeiders

11 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Rising country singer and songwriter Warren Zeiders is hitting the road with his first new music since the release of his debut record Pretty Little Poison, An album that introduced his powerhouse voice and sharp songwriting.
The London African Gospel Choir Presents Graceland
The London African Gospel Choir, backed their excellent band will perform Paul Simon’s classic record Graceland live from start to finish, alongside a collection of their own tunes. The choir’s re-imagining will take us from smash synth driven You Can Call Me Al to haunting acapella Zulu folk song Homeless and everything in between. The London African Gospel Choir is a collective of African singers, musicians and dancers who specialise in African gospel music. They have performed with the likes of Emeli Sandé, Mumford and Sons and, Annie Lennox, recorded with Idris Elba and John Legend, and are due to headline their own show at the prestigious Barbican Centre, have toured the US, Ireland, France and Romania, and were a feature of the Monte Carlo Jazz Festival. Masks must be worn unless exempt, eating, drinking, seated or dancing.
Fell Out Boy + The Black Charade

Fell Out Boy + The Black Charade

3 May 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Get set for the ultimate emo and pop punk night with The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance tribute) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy tribute), playing all the hits and fan favourites.
Ozric Tentacles

Ozric Tentacles

12 Nov 2026 - 5 Dec 2026

One of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK’s festival scene, Ozric Tentacles formed during the solstice at Stonehenge Free Festival 1983 going on to become psychedelic staples at Glastonbury and other festivals. The creative vision of multi-instrumentalist Ed Wynne, the Ozrics’ uniquely trippy soundscapes connect fans of progressive rock, psychedelia and dance music culture.
Kiefer Sutherland

Kiefer Sutherland

12 May 2026 - 27 May 2026

Kiefer Sutherland has been a professional actor for over thirty years, starring in movies like 'Stand By Me', 'The Lost Boys', 'Young Guns', Flatliners', 'A Few Good Men', 'A Time to Kill', 'Dark City', 'Melancholia' and most recently, a western called 'Forsaken,' as well as the TV series '24.' But unknown to many during the course of his career, he has taken on other vocations with the same kind of dedication and commitment. The first one, beginning around 1992, was that of a cattle rancher and competitive cowboy (roper) in the USTRC team roping circuit. He ran a successful ranch with partner John English for almost a decade. During that timeframe, Sutherland won numerous roping events around the country including Phoenix, Indio and the Los Angeles Open. In 2002, Sutherland, with his music partner and best friend Jude Cole, began a small record label called Ironworks. The goal of this label was to record local musicians and distribute their music at a time when the music industry was going through a monumental shift. Some of their artists included Rocco DeLuca and the Burden, HoneyHoney and Billy Boy On Poison. In 2009, Sutherland left the label to recharge and figure out what he was going to do next. In early 2015 Sutherland played Cole two songs he had written and wanted to record as demos for other artists to record. Cole responded positively to the songs and the album grew organically from those recordings. Two songs became four and four grew into six, until Cole suggested that they make a record. Their collaboration resulted in Kiefer Sutherland's upcoming debut album: 'Down In A Hole'.
Band of Horses

Band of Horses

7 Oct 2026 - 14 Oct 2026

Band Of Horses have been a mainstay of indie rock for a decade, with five studio albums, including the Grammy-nominated Infinite Arms, to their name. This summer will see the band reign supreme at festivals across the globe, whilst also taking some time to play a few headline dates throughout the UK.
Embrace

Embrace

6 Jun 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Embrace celebrate the 20th anniversary of their massive-selling, No.1 album, Out Of Nothing, playing their biggest selling record in full, along with their other greatest hits.
Little Angels

Little Angels

10 Nov 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Little Angels are a premier British hard rock band from Scarborough, active primarily from the mid-1980s to the mid-1990s.
The Wedding Present

The Wedding Present

22 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

The Wedding Present, formed from the ashes of Lost Pandas, were founded in Leeds, England, in 1985. The only constant member throughout the group's history was singer/songwriter David Gedge. The initial line-up included guitarist Peter Solowka, bassist Keith Gregory, and drummer Shaun Charman.
Freya Skye

Freya Skye

29 Oct 2026 - 9 Nov 2026

One of pop’s most exciting new voices Freya Skye has announced her first ever UK tour. The rising star returns for a series of headline shows. The actress and singer-songwriter will tour her latest and standout singles such as 'Gold’s Gone,' 'Who I Thought I Knew' and 'Can’t Fake It'. Each track showcasing Freya’s powerful voice and unique blend of pop melodies and heartfelt lyricism.
American Football

American Football

26 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Polyvinyl Records and American Football’s May 20th, 2014 reissue of the Chicago/Urbana, IL trio’s seminal self-titled 1999 release debuted at #68 on the Billboard 200 charts. An amazing feat for an album that never went out of print and has remained one of Polyvinyl’s most consistent sellers. This fall the band will reunite for their first live shows since disbanding 15 years ago, playing The Pygmalion Festival in Champaign/Urbana, IL, three sold-out (in under 24 hours) shows at Webster Hall in New York City, and recently announced and soon to be sold-out shows in Los Angeles and San Francisco this December. Though the trio — Mike Kinsella (Cap’n Jazz, Owen, Owls), Steve Lamos, and Steve Holmes — only played a few shows and released just one other record (a three-song EP that preceded this full-length), their influence and legacy has steadily continued to grow in the time after they disbanded. From its now iconic artwork to the band’s unique songwriting approach (highlighted by an emphasis on shifting time signatures and sincere lyrics), American Football proves a record doesn’t become a true classic through flashiness or catering to trends, but rather the deep emotional connection it forges between the music and the listener. Available on 2xLP, 2xCD, cassette tape, and digital formats, the American Football (Deluxe Edition) reissue features an assortment of rare live recordings, demos, and practice sessions (in which the group rehearsed material they never recorded elsewhere).
The Pogues

The Pogues

28 Nov 2026 - 8 Dec 2026

The Pogues are a Celtic folk rock band from London, formed in 1982 and fronted by Shane MacGowan. The band reached international prominence in the 1980s and early 1990s. MacGowan left the band in 1991 but the band continued first with Joe Strummer and then with Spider Stacy on vocals before breaking up in 1996. The band reformed in 2001, and has been playing regularly ever since, most notably on the US East Coast around St Patrick's Day and across the UK and Ireland every December.
Daft Funk Live

Daft Funk Live

11 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2027

Daft Funk Live! are a Daft Punk tribute-band based in the UK. Embracing the live aspect of DP's performances, they incorporate their own custom light shows, including a three-meter high LED pyramid, and use live instruments to give an immersive and dynamic show. Their stage production is meticulously crafted, paying the utmost homage to the infamous and illusive Robots.
Audrey Hobert

Audrey Hobert

24 Aug 2026 - 26 Aug 2026

A lifelong singer, musical theatre devotee and dancer, Audrey got her first taste of songwriting when childhood best friend and then-roommate Gracie Abrams pulled Audrey into the making of her album, The Secret of Us. Together, they wrote some of Gracie’s standouts like “I Love You, I’m Sorry” and “Risk”—for which Audrey directed the music videos—as well as current global hit “That’s So True.”
Transvision Vamp

Transvision Vamp

6 Oct 2026 - 1 Nov 2026

Transvision Vamp was formed by Wendy James and co-writer and guitarist Nick Christian Sayer. In West London they teamed up with Dave Parsons and Tex Axile. The band was signed to MCA records by Dave Ambrose, the notorious A&R man from EMI records who had also signed the Sex Pistols. They recorded their first LP album ‘Pop Art’ and released a first single ‘Revolution Baby’ and then charted with their second single, a cover version of Holly & The Italians ‘Tell That Girl To Shut Up’, followed by a third single ‘I Want Your Love’ which went to No.5 on the UK singles chart. The album ‘Pop Art’ was released later in 1988 and went to No.3 in the UK album chart. Extensive touring of the UK and Europe continued throughout this year as their success grew, starting on the University circuit and ending with playing two sold out gigs at the London Town And Country Club, taking in the Marquee Club along the way with queues two-fold around the block of Wardour Street, London Presented by CHALK. This is an 14+ event
The Harry Styles Tribute Show

The Harry Styles Tribute Show

12 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2026

Relive your summer all over again with the viral Harry Styles tribute show starring Sean Mac and his live band, a show for the fans made by a fan. So gather your friends, gather your fellow Harries, and come ready to dance.
Del Amitri

Del Amitri

9 Nov 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Formed in the 1980s, Glasgow five-piece Del Amitri have enjoyed global chart success over the years with their hits “Always The Last to Know”, “Nothing Ever Happens”, “Roll To Me” and many more.
The Southmartins

The Southmartins

9 May 2026 - 13 Feb 2027

The Southmartins are a unique tribute to the songs and sound of The Beautiful South & Housemartins. Constantly gigging since early 2010 in the UK they have built up an unbeatable reputation as a live experience. With a set of classic hits and other bits to draw upon such as Song For Whoever, Don't Marry Her, Perfect 10, Happy Hour and many more they are guaranteed to make you smile, dance and sing. Rather than merely trying to recreate or reproduce the original recordings, or even live performances of the original bands, The Southmartins have always put their own stamp on the material and have led the way in how they approach paying tribute to these classic songs. This is not simple mimicry. Having said that, lead singer Andy's voice is about as close to Paul Heaton as you could hope for without it being the man himself (who has said the band are "very good") and with a highly skilled, and lively band they inject a huge amount of energy and soul into their shows.
Electric Six

Electric Six

12 Jun 2026 - 6 Dec 2026

An unholy musical melting pot, Detroit’s Electric 6 blitzed their way to worldwide success with 2003’s ‘Danger! High Voltage’.
Red Rum Club

Red Rum Club

19 Jun 2026 - 16 Oct 2026

Red Rum Club are a sextet from Liverpool, combing sounds of old and new channelling 'Tarantino-esque' wild western vibes with the help of a solitary trumpet. Liverpool influenced they deliver a modern twist of poetic yet catchy lyrics and melodies that blend to make the sound that is unmistakably, Red Rum Club.
Yard Act

Yard Act

6 Nov 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Yard Act formed in Leeds in September 2019 when Ryan Needham found himself temporarily living in James Smith's spare bedroom. The two had been pub associates for years, but their new living circumstances served as a catalyst for their friendship and creative partnership which saw them fuse James' interest in spoken word with Ryan's primitive proto-punk demos using an ancient drum machine and borrowed bass guitar. They released their first material in March 2020, coinciding with you-know-what, and with just three singles (The Trapper's Pelts, Fixer Upper and Peanuts) and three gigs to date, Yard Act have staked out a territory all their own. Setting up their own imprint Zen F.C. they released their debut 7 which can now only be found for exorbitant sums on Discogs, they've scored two 6music playlists, and they've won a growing fanbase with their coruscating, narrative driven, spoken word dance-punk. Now girding their loins for a 2021 filled with new music, new recordings, debut novels, and (fingers crossed) plenty of live shows, Yard Act have most definitely marked our cards as one of UK's most exciting prospects.
Trevor Horn

Trevor Horn

3 Nov 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Experience the musical glories of the greatest decade of them all at a live show designed by Trevor Horn, founding member of The Buggles. After recording the chart-topping 1979 hit ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’, Horn, former member of Art of Noise and the producer who created the sound of the 1980s, worked on ABC’s ‘Lexicon of Love’, ‘Owner of a Lonely Heart’ by Yes, and Frankie Goes to Hollywood’s number one hits ‘Relax’, ‘Two Tribes’ and ‘The Power of Love’.

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