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O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire

The O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire is arguably one of the few iconic music venues to become famous for something else: although it opened in 1903 as a variety theatre, between 1953 and 1991 it was the BBC TV Theatre, making it the national cradle of broadcast light entertainment. Since the early 90s it's returned to its roots as a live venue,with a penchant for surprise or warm-up gigs; despite a relatively modest capacity of 2000, the Rolling Stones and Page & Plant have each played here. The nearest Tube stations are Goldhawk Road (Circle/Hammersmith & City), Shepherd's Bush (Central) and Shepherd's Bush Market (Circle/Hammersmith & City); please note that none of these stations are equipped with lifts. The venue is served by the 72, 207, 220, 260, 283, 295, 607 and N207 buses. The nearest car park is in Westfield Shopping Centre, a few minutes' walk to the north.

What's On @ O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire

Chris McCausland: Yonks!

Chris McCausland: Yonks!

4 Feb 2026 - 17 May 2026

You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. He's been called an "overnight success" - Even though he's been doing this for bloody yonks! Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making. The last tour was a sell-out, so get your tickets now!
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Craig Ferguson: Hobo Fabulous
Comedy
Stand-up

Craig Ferguson: Hobo Fabulous

24 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026

Craig Ferguson, the Grammy-nominated, Emmy and Peabody Award-winning star of CBS’ ‘The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson’ and SiriusXM’s ‘The Craig Ferguson Show’, brings the wildly successful Hobo Fabulous to the Gilded Balloon for its European premiere – marking Ferguson’s first UK stand-up show in over 25 years! Featuring 100% all-new material and for one night only at the Edinburgh Playhouse. Don't miss out! Of his return to Edinburgh, Ferguson said 'what the world needs now more than ever is an ageing, unhinged vagrant travelling from place to place ranting nonsense into a microphone!' Ferguson is an acclaimed stand-up comedian who has earned two Grammy nominations for Best Comedy Album, for Craig Ferguson: Just Being Honest and I'm Here to Help. He also received a Grammy nomination for Best Spoken Word on behalf of his New York Times bestselling memoir American On Purpose.
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The Tumbling Paddies

The Tumbling Paddies

5 Feb 2026 - 12 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.
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The Entitled Sons

The Entitled Sons

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Jun 2026

The Entitled Sons are a family band of 4 brothers and their Dad, from Somerset, UK. They have quickly gained attention for their innovative and eclectic sound, blending elements of rock, pop, and alternative music with a sharp lyrical edge.
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Matt Maeson

Matt Maeson

4 Feb 2026 - 4 Feb 2026

Chesapeake Bay native Matt Maeson plays a dark-hued brand of rock that mixes gritty folk elements with slick modern pop production. The singer/songwriter first found success with his 2017 single "Cringe," then topped Billboard's Alternative Songs chart with "Hallucinogenics" from his 2019 debut album, Bank On the Funeral. Over the next two years, Maeson focused on collaborations, and in 2021 formed the project USERx with producer Rozwell. In 2022, he returned to his solo work with the single "Blood Runs Red."
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Serena Terry: Therapy

Serena Terry: Therapy

7 Feb 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.
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Smith/Kotzen

Smith/Kotzen

12 Feb 2026 - 21 Feb 2026

Smith/Kotzen is the name of a musical collaboration between musicians Adrian Smith of Iron Maiden and Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs.
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The Feeling

The Feeling

3 Mar 2026 - 24 Mar 2026

The Feeling are five twentysomethings from Sussex and London who love pop music. Great big no-nonsense, hook-filled, giant-chorused pop music music for the masses, only intelligent, with sunshine hooks and killer choruses that everyone can hum, from plumbers to professors. The Feeling, who are all between 25 and 27, are overnight sensations with a bit of a past, cutting their teeth as session musicians on a variety of mainstream and marginal recordings. They're all from Sussex, except Dan, who's from London. Paul, Kevin and Ciaran even went to the same school: Paul and Ciaran were in the same year. The Sussex axis of the band have been friends for 13 years. They met Dan and Richard at music college in Croydon 10 years ago, and they've been working together in various forms ever since. Five years ago they went through their "Hamburg era" when they appeared for several seasons in the Alps as a covers band who specialised in versions of Rolling Stones, Kinks, Stevie Wonder and Beatles songs as well as rocked-up versions of '80s hits like "Take On Me" by A-ha, "Walk Like An Egyptian" by The Bangles and "Jump" by Van Halen: "Whatever got the crowd going."
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Love featuring Johnny Echols

Love featuring Johnny Echols

22 Apr 2026 - 2 May 2026

Echols is the co-founder of Love and the group's only original member. Formed by Echols and his childhood friend, lead singer and songwriter Arthur Lee in 1965, the band's classic line-up released three albums before imploding after Forever Changes.
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Lady Pank

Lady Pank

18 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Lady Pank is a popular Polish rock band. It was started in 1982 in Warsaw by Jan Borysewicz and Andrzej Mogielnicki. Its first famous song was "Mała Lady Punk" (Little Lady Punk). Lady Pank garnered some attention in the United States in 1986 when MTV placed the video for the band's single "Minus Zero" on heavy rotation.
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Daniel O'Reilly: Let's Have It!

Daniel O'Reilly: Let's Have It!

6 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2026

Hold on to your seats and brace yourself for a night of outrageous laughs and no-holds-barred comedy, as the one and only Daniel O’Reilly returns to the stage with his brand new, in-your-face tour. Famous for his unapologetic humour, quick-fire crowd work, and electric stage presence, Daniel is back and funnier than ever – and he’s not holding back. Whether you've seen him go viral online or live on stage, you’ll know one thing for sure: no topic is off-limits, and nothing is safe!
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Samantha Fish

Samantha Fish

27 Feb 2026 - 7 Mar 2026

Samantha Fish is an American blues singer-songwriter and guitarist knwn for her astute and nuanced storytelling. As one of the most dynamic blues forces in the world today, she continues to blaze a trail of her own.
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Goldlink

Goldlink

25 Apr 2026 - 1 May 2026

Washington DC native GoldLink makes progressive hip-hop that’s steeped in culture, from the homegrown hip-hop sound of At What Cost (2017) to the eclectic styles of African, Latin American and Chinese music on 2019’s Diaspora. The MC’s “future bounce” (a refreshing breeze of rap, house and funk) has earnt him multiple Grammy nominations and been featured on tracks by Christina Aguilera, Gorillaz and labelmate Kaytranada.
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dEUS

dEUS

17 Mar 2026 - 17 Mar 2026

Avant-grunge is a thing and Belgium's dEUS are pioneers. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of their seminal record The Ideal Crash, they're heading out on the road. Punk, folk, jazz and progressive rock are just some of the elements which make up the diverse nature of dEUS. Their live shows are spectacles in themselves so get ready as they celebrate this eclectic album. Presented by Crosstown Concerts. This is a 16+ event.
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Archive

Archive

11 Apr 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The British trip-hop, electronica, progressive rock band Archive has released twelve studio albums in their 28-year career and established success throughout Europe. From their forthcoming album 'Call To Arms & Angels', their latest single 'We Are The Same' explores societal division, seeing the things we do not like in others, while unable to recognise the same in ourselves. This is a 16+ event. Each under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult who is over 21 (1:1 ratio). In order to verify your age, ID may be requested. For this reason, we advise that all customers bring valid ID. For further information see Age and ID in FAQ’s. Right of admission reserved.
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Robert Jon & The Wreck

Robert Jon & The Wreck

14 Apr 2026 - 8 Oct 2026

Robert Jon & The Wreck is comprised of Robert Jon Burrison (lead vocals, guitar), Andrew Espantman (drums, b. vocals), Steve Maggiora (keyboards, b. vocals), Henry James (lead guitar, b. vocals), & Warren Murrel (bass, b. vocals). Robert Jon & The Wreck has been writing songs and releasing albums since the band’s conception in 2011. During this time, this quintet of follicular proficient gentlemen has been busy fine-tuning their sound playing to packed houses across Europe and the United States. RJTW has received accolades and rave reviews for years now, from nominations of “Best Rock” and “Best Blues” and winning the title of “Best Live Band” at the Orange County Music Awards in 2013, to numerous top 10 chart placement on Southern Rock Brazil’s Top 20 Albums to being praised as “Classic and fresh at the same time,” by Rock The Best Music, “Raising the bar for the Southern genre” by Blues Rock Review, and “keeping the history of classic 60’s and 70’s rock alive for newer generations” by blues guitar legend Joe Bonamassa.
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Roo Panes

Roo Panes

7 Mar 2026 - 6 Jun 2026

Panes is a British songwriter with a guitar to his chest and a heart swelling with hopes and dreams. A common on-paper pitch, perhaps, and one sold a thousand times before. But Dorset-born Panes has something special to offer those willing to wait a while for their favourite songs to settle into place.
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Tarja Turunen

Tarja Turunen

16 Feb 2026 - 16 Feb 2026

Tarja Living the Dream - The Hits Tour \+ The Skys + Serpentyne Presented by Kilimanjaro. No under 8s. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years old at all times and seated in the balcony.
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Haevn

Haevn

23 Sept 2026 - 23 Sept 2026

Receiving a piano from his grandfather had a great impact on Jorrit’s life. It was this piano that taught him to express himself through music. Following that passion has led him to pursuing a career as a filmcomposer, capturing emotions on the screen and translating them into filmscores. Marijn has always been inseparable from his guitar. Even during a long period of sickness which kept him in bed for 3 years there was nothing that could stop him from playing. This period made him discover and appreciate the healing power of music.
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Madison Cunningham

Madison Cunningham

2 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2026

GRAMMY nominated singer-songwriter Madison Cunningham first picked up a guitar at age seven, and by the age of fifteen, decided to pursue her passion for songwriting, citing Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan as key inspirations. This ticket includes a 30p venue levy. This is a 14+ event.
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Maggie Lindemann

Maggie Lindemann

16 Apr 2026 - 20 Apr 2026

Los Angeles-based pop singer, known for her songs "Pretty Girl" and "Friends Go" with Travis Barker.
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Ali Woods

Ali Woods

10 Feb 2026 - 15 May 2026

Join Ali Woods, viral comedy sensation and star of Comedy Central and Stand Up Sketch Show, after his last sell-out UK tour, for his brand-new stand-up comedy show.
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Holly Humberstone

Holly Humberstone

20 Mar 2026 - 2 Apr 2026

British singer/songwriter Holly Humberstone is known for her dusky indie pop. She first garnered attention with the song "Deep End," included on her 2020 debut EP, Falling Asleep at the Wheel. She signed with Interscope the following year and released her sophomore EP, The Walls Are Way Too Thin. Humberstone continued releasing stand-alone singles in 2022, including "London Is Lonely" and "Sleep Tight."
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For The Love of Rugby

For The Love of Rugby

13 Feb 2026 - 29 Apr 2026

Do you love rugby? Ben Youngs and Dan Cole do, and no men have played for England more times than them. Newly retired, they’re taking their podcast to the stage, bringing you the best stories from across their careers. You can expect all the bits they’re too afraid to say in episodes, games, surprises and potentially a quiz. Why? For the love of the game.
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Danny Ocean

Danny Ocean

17 Feb 2026 - 17 Feb 2026

Venezuelan-born singer/producer who scored an enormous viral hit with his lonely 2016 single "Me Rehúso."
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Maddox Batson

Maddox Batson

13 May 2026 - 16 May 2026

Nashville-born, Alabama-based songwriter Maddox Batson heads out on 'The Maddox Batson Live Worldwide Tour 2026'.
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Skinshape

Skinshape

6 May 2026 - 14 May 2026

Skinshape is the studio project of British musician and producer William Dorey. Skinshape grew out of a love for old music and the way it sounded. The sound has roots in many genres, but in particular 1960s-70s Funk, Reggae, Library music, Psychedelic Rock, African music and Folk.
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Bonnie Tyler

Bonnie Tyler

17 Mar 2026 - 21 Mar 2026

Welsh singer known for hit singles 'Total Eclipse of the Heart' and 'Holding Out for a Hero'.
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Big Big Train

Big Big Train

1 Mar 2026 - 17 Oct 2026

Consistent with their name, Big Big Train aim to make their music dramatic and dynamic. Their songs take the listener on a journey. If you love the thrills and spills of storytelling then you will enjoy Big Big Train’s cinematic and spell binding music. The band’s live performances are further enhanced by compelling video backdrops which help to tell their tales. Many of Big Big Train’s songs tell stories of Britain’s industrial past, reflecting back on lost communities. The band also looks to the future and is inspired by science and the Age of Enlightenment. Songs such as The Florentine, Voyager and East Coast Racer explore science and the relationship between mankind and machine, with machines, made with love and passion, becoming something more than their components.
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The Beat

The Beat

15 May 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.
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The Longest Johns

The Longest Johns

9 May 2026 - 30 May 2026

The Longest Johns are a Bristol based, acapella folk music band, born out of a mutual love of traditional folk songs and shanties. They rock maritime songs alongside the more unusual and less traditional folk tunes. I doubt any of Bristol’s The Longest Johns ever imagined they would be able to get so far on just four voices. In a few short years they have gone from singing sea shanties in a kitchen to International folk festivals, tours, TV appearances and gained a huge online following. As the face of the 2021 sea shanty revival with their track Wellerman, the Johns are reaching millions of new fans all across the globe and showing them just how great these songs can be.
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The Gathering

The Gathering

19 May 2026 - 19 May 2026

The Gathering series is a showcase of the premier, up-and-coming bands from Glasgow & surrounding areas who are renowned for selling out smaller venues. These bands will now come together to provide a night of non-stop, fresh new music. The fourth instalment of the series will see Sixpeace, Vigilanti, The Insomniacs & The Mirage with live DJ sets in between to keep the energy flowing throughout.
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Flo & Joan

Flo & Joan

19 Sept 2026 - 3 Dec 2026

Multi-award winning musical comedy duo (and sisters) Flo & Joan are climbing out of their pits, armed with a piano and percussion section to bring you a brand new show of their critically acclaimed songs and comedy. Their unique, sharp-tongued style has taken them around the world with multiple sell-out tours and appearances at the Just For Laughs Festival Montreal and Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Now they are back with their biggest ever UK national tour, poking around all the classic topics of the day: over-thinking, alien lovers and fringes. As seen on Live at the Apollo (BBC2), The Royal Variety Performance (ITV), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky), Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club (ITV), online with over 50 million views of their viral songs, in your personal nightmares, and in ‘Alive on Stage’, their own special available worldwide on Amazon Prime.
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MT Jones

MT Jones

25 Feb 2026 - 15 Oct 2026

Gathering inspiration from 60s and 70s soul greats across the Atlantic to modern R&B and Jazz, MT Jones evokes a sound that is both contemporary and timeless. His crooning vocals transport you straight back to a smoke-filled speakeasy, while somehow feeling fresh and innovative.
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Mica Millar

Mica Millar

9 Oct 2026 - 9 Oct 2026

Metropolis Music & Jazz Cafe Presents Mica Millar Plus Special Guests Presented by Metropolis Music & Jazz Cafe. 8+ (U14 accompanied with an adult Under 14’s must also be seated in the balcony)
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Jimmy Sax Live In London!

Jimmy Sax Live In London!

11 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Gotobeat is excited to team up again with Wonder Manage to welcome Jimmy Sax live on Sunday, October 11 2026 in London! Stalls Standing Tickets - seated tickets on venue website Jimmy Sax is a French musician and saxophonist, as well as a multi-instrumentalist. He is an incredible performer, playing globally with his energetic shows, where his saxophone becomes an extension of his own body! He releases his own music and achieves remarkable success on both digital and traditional distribution channels. Some of his most notable tracks include “No Man No Cry” (certified gold and later platinum in Italy), “Time” (certified gold in Italy), and many others. In 2021, he released his debut album, Jimmy, which was followed by a full orchestral version in 2022. In 2023, he released three singles: “Soldier,” “Summertime,” and “Better Days.” Jimmy Sax has also collaborated with Jul on three singles-"Ibiza," "Tout La Nuit," and "J’ai Vidé Le Magnum"-with "Ibiza" achieving platinum status in France. With over 1,000 shows worldwide, more than half a billion streams, and over 1 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, his journey continues to inspire and grow every day! Presented by Gotobeat. 14+, U18s accompanied by an adult guardian
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The Bluetones

The Bluetones

13 Feb 2026 - 8 Nov 2026

A very special acoustic show with Mark Morriss & Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones. The band, formed in 1993, had an impressive run of hit singles throughout the late 90's/early 00's, including ’Bluetonic’, ‘Slight Return’, ‘Marblehead Johnson’, ‘Solomon Bites The Worm’, ‘If’ and ‘Keep the Fires Burning’. They scored thirteen Top 40 singles and three Top 10 albums in the UK charts before splitting up in 2011. Join frontman Mark Morriss alongside band mate Adam Devlin as they "Cut Some Rug" on stage together at this very intimate show.
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James Acaster

James Acaster

4 Mar 2026 - 5 Jul 2026

James Acaster is one of comedy’s most original voices. A whimsical master, he has received acclaim from around the world, including a record breaking 5 consecutive nominations for ‘Best Comedy Show’ at the 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & 2016 Edinburgh Fringe Festivals. In 2017 he toured the country with a staggering three show ‘Trelogy’, performing Recognise, Represent and Reset consecutively over three nights in each venue.
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Mica Millar

Mica Millar

26 Sept 2026 - 9 Oct 2026

Mica Millar is the winner of Jazz FM’s Soul Act of The Year 2022 Award. Her stirring voice and timeless sound marks her out as one of the most exciting rising stars of the new generation. In 2022, she released her acclaimed debut studio album Heaven Knows. Her most popular tracks include “More Than You Give Me”, “Flashlights” and “Trouble”.
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Saint Etienne

Saint Etienne

10 Sept 2026 - 26 Sept 2026

Formed in Croydon in 1990 by music journalist Bob Stanley with childhood friend Pete Wiggs, and soon joined by singer Sarah Cracknell, Saint Etienne arose within the context of the indie-dance movement of that era but created a unique sound which – albeit accidentally – paved the way for what would later become known as Britpop.
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