The legendary master killers themselves. Back in London after 8 years for a dose of crossover hardcore pain. Appropriately murderous support coming soon. Real Life Presents 14+ under 16's to be accompanied by an adult

An iconic Saharan rock band, Tamikrest was formed in 2006 by Ousmane Ag Mossa, Cheikh Ag Tiglia, and Aghaly Ag Mohamedine in Tinzawaten, on the border between Algeria and Mali. Inspired by the musical heritage of Tinariwen, and driven by the desire to amplify the oppressed voice of the Kel Tamasheq (Tuareg) people, the group quickly made their mark.

Keywest are widely known for their explosive live performances. The 4 piece Dublin based rock band comprises of Dublin & London born lads. Dublin members include singer Kav (Andy Kavanagh) and Glover (Andrew Glover) who plays Keys and rhythm guitar. English members are Jimi Lock on lead guitar and Harry Sullivan on drums. In the last few years Keywest have taken their high energy, acoustically driven sound from the streets onto the radio, sell out shows and to over 200k monthly listeners.

The boys are back bringing you a musical celebration of the British Mod culture. Join us for a lively set to get you on the dancefloor

SPY (USA, Closed Casket Activities) \+ Dry Socket \+ more TBA Presented by Burning Water. This is an 18+ event

TV Smith & The Bored Teenagers is the electric live version of punk legend TV Smith's work, featuring his classic Adverts as well as solo material with a tight band. Renowned for their high-energy shows, dynamic stage presence and socio-political comment, they tour widely across Europe and the US. We're lucky to have them in Brighton for this night! Spiky, melodic punk support comes from Brighton's own Fractured who take every aspect that was good about punk, transporting it to the here and now with vocal wit, sharp riffs and plenty of raw energy.

The Queen of Psychedelic Prog and her superb band are back out on the road! Picking up where they left off when they were rudely interrupted by a certain pandemic, they'll be touring the UK in September and October playing songs from her 2019 self-titled album, some choice Purson cuts and a selection of material from the upcoming second solo album.

Makthaverskan are a Swedish post-punk band from Gothenburg, formed in 2008. Led by vocalist Maja Milner, the band combines post-punk with elements of dream pop, jangle pop, gothic rock and shoegaze.

The Zac Schulze Gang is a dynamic rock band that fuses elements of blues, rock, and soul into a distinctive sound, led by the energetic and soulful frontman Zac Schulze.

Reading, England experimental rockers who deliver spectral sonic soundscapes via a decisive triple-guitar attack.

Chinese American Bear is a lighthearted and quirky mando pop duo from Seattle, WA creating fun & eclectic bilingual English/Chinese ear candy. Composed of Anne Tong and Bryce Barsten, the couple creates groovy, and “not too serious, food loving” tunes in their home studio together. They’ve been described as the child of Melody’s Echo Chamber, The Flaming Lips, Dusty Springfield, The B-52’s, and Care Bear, and their live show is like “a punk show for toddlers.”. The duo’s racked up a few million plays, and have been featured in VOGUE+, Paste Magazine, Under The Radar, DORK Magazine, praised by BBC Radio, KEXP (#1 album), #30 in Top 200 NACC, featured on the cover of Spotify Editorial Playlist Fresh Finds (#1), along with Front Page Indie, New in Indie, Chill Vibes, Bedroom Pop, Stay in Bed, Chinese Indie Picks and more. Chinese American Bear’s sophomore album, Wah!!! (released October 18 via Moshi Moshi & Modern Sky in China) exposes new listeners to Chinese flavors in their indie pop delicacy. They toured the US, Canada, UK, and China at the end of 2024, and are set to be touring throughout 2025. Presented by Psychedelia. This is an 16+ event

GIMMY (pronounced "gimmie") is fast becoming renowned for her authentic spin on modern indie-rock with her effortless blend of garage rock, new wave, punk rock and folk. As the pseudonym of Byron Region female artist, Gemma Owens, GIMMY creates music with no boundaries. Eccentric and emotional, GIMMY is a singer-songwriter that wears her heart on her sleeve. She is unafraid and unapologetic in her lyrics and sound - yelling down the microphone in your face one moment, making your skin tingle with her stunning vibrato the next. Alongside her band consisting of Samson Radici (guitar), Kyle Aubrey (bass) and Barclay Israel (drums), GIMMY’s live shows are energising, raw, beautiful and sweaty. Much like her recorded songs, the live experience implores us to “feel” everything and to be connected as humans. Presented by JOY. 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied)

Pinkshift - Punk rock from Baltimore, Maryland. & Heart Attack Man - Punk and alternative rock band from Cleveland, Ohio.

A day of noise rock, heavy psych, doom, post metal + post rock. MICHEAL: Lysergic thrill rock from east Londons enthusiastic riffonators. Slime around to their new sounds, delve in to the pantry and help yourself to a lick of their pomegranate pomade. THE GREY: Instrumental postmetal Signed to Majestic Mountain Records "a pummelling heavy beast " "marrying the pummelling feel of a band like Neurosis or Karma To Burn to big themes with striking nuance and colour. It's truly awesome. IAN: "a band that appreciates the peaks and troughs of post-rock as much as the crunch of the riff," IAN's striking debut promises five dirges that merge earth swallowing riffs with the atmospheres and dynamics of their post-rock heroes, such as Godspeed You! Black Emperor, with the bite and visceral heft of Cult of Luna and Amenra.

British singer-songwriter Tom Mcrae, along with his regular touring musicians ‘The Standing Band’, has been quietly moving up the ranks of the most respected songwriters in the world today after releasing 7 critically acclaimed studio albums over the last 15 years and writing for a variety of artists and singers. Mcrae’s eponymous debut album in 2000 was nominated for a The Mercury Prize, a Q Magazine Award, and a Brit, and the subsequent two years of touring cemented his reputation as one the most entertaining and powerful artists touring today. Mcrae’s second album, Just Like Blood, released to wide acclaim, with every track being licensed for TV and film use, his style of music fitting perfectly the darker output of LA’s film studios. Since then, Essex-born Mcrae has released five more albums, relocated internationally three times and set up his own label Buzztree Studios in Cornwall- and there’s no sign that he’s going to be slowing down anytime soon. Mcrae and his tour mates, The Standing Band, a collection of incredible musicians and loyal friends, released their latest record ‘Did I Sleep and Miss The Boarder’ this Autumn. The album and its accompanying tour have further added to the cult that is rapidly springing up around this talented and dedicated artist and his ragtag band. For an artist working in a genre often considered by the music press to be ‘sensitive and self-indulgent’, Mcrae possesses the talent to blow the roof off a venue with his passionate performances, as well as the innate ability forge a strong humorous bond with his audience.

An eclectic music festival in the heart of Brighton.

FORM Presents Sword II \+ Special Guests Presented by FORM. This is an 18+ event

Hidden Herd Presents is Brighton’s new music discovery night, spotlighting the most exciting emerging artists, ones-to-watch and hidden gems. This time, come to The Hope & Ruin for Vona Vella, Joe Little, Mookie and Tia Ice. Presented by Hidden Herd. This is an 18+ event.

ORB are a heavy-psych power-trio from Geelong, Australia, blending doom-laden riffs, fuzzed-out proto-metal and cosmic groove. Featuring members Zak Olsen, Daff Gravolin and John Zacharias, the band grew from informal jams into one of Australia’s most distinctive underground psychedelic rock acts. They debuted with the Womb cassette (2015) before breaking through with Birth (2016) and Naturality (2017), records that showcased their signature mix of Sabbath-weight, psychedelic sprawl and off-kilter melody. After a quiet spell, ORB returned with Tailem Bend (2024), expanding their palette into sun-baked psych-pop and funk-leaning rhythms. 2025 saw the band self-release their first single with new drummer John Zacharius. "Mind Over Matter /End Times" is a catchy number which finds the band leaning into their early 60s rhythm & blues influences. With the single debuting on Seattle's KEXP radio, the band was then invited on to play a live set to kick off their 2025 US tour. Live, ORB operate as a raw, improvisational power-trio - loud, hypnotic and heavy without pretension. With one foot in classic hard-rock and another in the outer reaches of psych experimentation, ORB continue to evolve while staying unmistakably themselves. Presented by Acid Box. This is an 18+ event

Hidden Herd Presents is Brighton’s new music discovery night, spotlighting the most exciting emerging artists, ones-to-watch and hidden gems. This time, come to The Hope & Ruin for Jeanie and The White Boys, Le Lamb, Star City and Blousey. Presented by Hidden Herd. This is an 18+ event.

DHP Presents Downward With Special Guests Since 2018 one of the most affecting bands from Oklahoma have been Downward. Currently comprised of Drew Richardson, Tollie Pugh, Hunter Senft, and Severin Olsen, the band have previously released one album and a string of singles and EPs. Over the years, they have characterised their music by pulling from influential shoe-gaze / emo / alternative rock bands while steadfastly developing their own voice. Seven years after the release of their debut self-titled album, the band surprised everyone with their newly released sophomore album Downward (LP2). Recorded and produced by Kendal Osborne with additional mixing and mastering by Corey Coffman, the album flows with deliberate precision, the clear-cut rhythmic textures are swathed by melodic yet striking guitar work. It is at once a gently comforting and meditative listen with revelatory moments that catch you off guard. DHP Presents 14+ (Under 16s with Adult)

Southern rock for the thinking man. Hailing from Austin, Texas, Uncle Lucius are a band whose rootsy blend of classic rock, blues, soul, and country flavours has won them a loyal fan following. From there first beginning the band was soon playing for packed houses at Austin venues like the Saxon Pub, Threadgill's, and Antone's. In 2006, Uncle Lucius unveiled their first album, a self-released effort titled 'Something They Ain't', and the group supported the release with steady regional touring. The second album, 2009's 'Pick Your Head Up' marked the start of a three-year run of tour dates that took Uncle Lucius across the continent. A self released album hailed for bringing rock and roll back to its heyday sound. Their third studio album, 2012's And You Are Me, now signed to a major label found them stretching their musicianship and reeling in eleven songs that punch with a fullness reminiscent of The Doors to early Black Crowes to the current new blues sound of The Black Keys. The Light, released June, 2015 on Boo Clap/Thirty Tigers celebrates the bands independence from a major label with a highly-anticipated fourth album,. Most bands celebrate a long-awaited record deal. Uncle Lucius saved the champagne for when they got out of theirs. 'The Light' places the band in unfamiliar sonic territory, and much credit belongs to producer George Reiff (Ray Wylie Hubbard, the Band of Heathens) for testing their limits. Certainly there's risk involved when a band decides to go its own way. Freedom carries with it the weight of responsibility after all, however the fact Uncle Lucius seems destined for a broader audience should come as no surprise, for music that comes from the heart and speaks to the soul.

Crocodiles - a noise pop/indie pop band from San Diego, California, US. The group was formed in 2008 by core members Brandon Welchez and Charles Rowell after the break-up of their former punk bands Some Girls and The Plot to Blow Up the Eiffel Tower.

There’s an alternate reality where everyone makes a living wage and the cleanest buses you’ve ever seen arrive every other minute. Where the most intense songs are about confessing your love to a crush at the apple orchard, and where gentle feelings and chaotic energy are inseparable best friends. This is the timeline where cootie catcher is right at home. This Toronto based four-piece exudes both vulnerability and unbridled excitement, creating a sound that hypercharges the open-hearted tenderness of twee pop with spiraling synths and giddy electronics. Their new album Something We All Got is the clearest and most vibrant reading of cootie catcher’s vision yet, with songs of sweetness, nervousness, and expectancy that beam out unguarded. After releasing music made primarily in basements, Something We All Got is the band’s first flirtation with studio recording. The edges are still sharp, however, with some parts assembled from time-honored lo-fi methods and fun, personally-sourced samples seeping into the production. The sound is explosive and upbeat, with euphoric guitars, bubbly synth lines, speedy live and programmed drums, and all other manner of sound constantly colliding. cootie catcher has three songwriters-Sophia Chavez (vocals, synths), Anita Fowl (vocals, bass), and Nolan Jakupovski (vocals, guitar)-all of whom have distinctive voices but manage to overlap in their writing on shared concerns like navigating the lines of romantic and platonic relationships, their city’s social scenes, and struggles in both the microcosmic experience of playing in a band and the zoomed-out challenges of living through late-stage capitalism. Joy still touches every surface of Something We All Got. “Quarter Note Rock” bounces around the room in a fit of jangling guitar chords, scratched samples, and interplay between breakbeat loops and somersaulting live drums. It’s a blast of positivity despite lyrics about how disappointing it can be to meet your heroes. A smiling electro pop instrumental supports having to step painfully away from an almost realized love on “Gingham Dress,” a song that subverts themes of domesticity as a backdrop for the dashed wilt of hopeless devotion. The ‘non-confrontational anthem’ “Puzzle Pop” cascades and soars through an examination of needing to ask more from others before concluding in a swirl of samples. Cootie Catcher rolls down hills and jumps through flaming hoops throughout Something We All Got without ever muting the visceral emotions that drive these songs. There’s a palpable tension between the band’s exhilarating sonics and the raw, often uneasy sentiments expressed, but it’s an integral part of what makes them unique. Rather than hide, cootie catcher is instead fearlessly direct, running full-speed toward every confusion and excitement, and embracing the reality they’re in. Presented by FORM.

There’s a difficult to describe, yet timeless quality to certain songs that transcends genre or era. It’s something that you can’t fake or contrive and it’s what lies at the core of Skating Polly’s music. Admittedly the female-driven alternative acts that inspired the band such as Veruca Salt, X, The Breeders, L7 and Babes In Toyland (the later of whom Skating Polly toured with in Europe) aren’t typical reference points for most of today’s up-and-coming bands, but maybe they should be.

Born where the dust bowl never died, the West-Texas raised trio that is Shallowater - Blake Skipper (guitar/vocals), Tristan Kelly (bass) and Ryan Faulkenberry (drums) - combine slowcore, post-hardcore, country, and Americana elements that defy genre labels. Quickly establishing themselves as ones to watch in the alt-country/slowcore scene, the power trio’s self-described “raw West Texas dirtgaze” has positioned the band as an evocative and distinctive force amongst current alternative genre-blending projects.

Labelled ‘delightful as $#!@’ by NOW Magazine and ‘naive enough to be charming’ by Exclaim, Toronto’s Kiwi Jr deliver an exciting 12-string guitar attack and book smart lyrics. Happy customers of Kiwi Jr also enjoyed: Modern Lovers and Pavement. This is an 18+ event.

Nominated for Live act of the Year 2023/24 at the MG Na Trad Awards & The Scottish Altrnative Music Awards. An Dannsa Dub (The Dub Dance in Gaelic) is the brainchild of dub vocalist & producer Tom Spirals and Scottish traditional musician Euan McLaughlin formed in 2020. The project fuses the mystical energy and instruments of traditional Scottish music and Gaelic song with the heavy, meditative, driving basslines digital dub music. Music is one big conversation. And few projects live at the heart of it like An Dannsa Dub. Born from a love of traditional Scottish folk, dub reggae and dance music, together they summon the joyous, communal energy of a cèilidh and a sound system session. Their name comes from the Gaelic for "The Dub Dance". Their sound celebrates the ancient Gaelic and West African rhythms that influenced reggae, which in turn, via sound system culture and dub's pioneering remixes, produced modern dance music. Their live shows and recordings are a seamless, pulsating fusion of all this and more.

Full Fat Presents: slow mass Since forming in 2015, Chicago’s Slow Mass has been committed to pushing its artistic vision forward at all costs. Though Slow Mass was previously built around a core lineup, this has evolved into a fluid cast that has expanded to feature collaborators who are spread across the country, dipping in and out as needed. The current incarnation consists of Evan Bernard, Dave Collis, Sean Hallock, Emma McCall, Josh Parks, Josh Sparks, and Mercedes Webb. outlander Birmingham's Outlander have been haunting stages around the UK and beyond for the best part of a decade, bringing their gloomy, caustic brand of shoegaze to support tours with genre heavyweights Bossk and Grivo and festivals including Dunk! and Arctangent. chalk hands Chalk Hands crafts immersive soundscapes, often transitioning between delicate, atmospheric passages and explosive, aggressive bursts. Their songs evoke a sense of catharsis, blending melody with chaos in a way that speaks to both the mind and the heart. With their unique approach to post-hardcore, Chalk Hands continues to push the boundaries of alternative music with each release. 18+ Presented by Full Fat Promotions This is an 18+ event

Hidden Herd Presents is Brighton’s new music discovery night, spotlighting the most exciting emerging artists, ones-to-watch and hidden gems. This time, come to The Hope & Ruin for YAANG, Noon Garden, Club Magic and Espuma. Presented by Hidden Herd. This is an 18+ event.

Floodlights’ live performance is raw and intimate, intertwined with powerful outbursts and marching rhythms. Evocative lyricism lies at the heart of their songwriting and is enhanced by their unique sound. They explore themes of personal turbulence, national identity and the Australian landscape as a form of escapism. Floodlights write honestly and poetically in the hope that it resonates with others. Gaining global attention with 2019’s sold-out EP Backyard and 2020’s critically acclaimed debut album From a View, Floodlights went on to play sold-out shows and festivals across Australia. Amongst this they supported Pavement (USA) and black midi (UK). Their debut international trip soon followed for SXSW in Austin, Texas Presented by JOY. This is an 18+ event

FORM & Love Thy Neighbour Presents Kiwi jr. \+ Special Guests Refracting the realities of late-capitalist city life and the impossibility of work-art balance in a high-rent metropolis through satire and sarcasm, Toronto’s Kiwi Jr. has shaped their own deadpan postmodern indie rock. They have toured in 13 countries and opened for bands like Pavement, The Walkmen, Dinosaur Jr, Guided By Voices and others. They are currently at work on their fourth album, and have signed to Olympia, Washington label K Records (Sharp Pins, Beat Happening, etc) Presented by FORM & Love Thy Neighbour. This is an 18+ event.

Amps screaming. No exit in sight. The Schizophonics kick the door in and never let it close. This San Diegobased three-piece delivers a live show that's loud and dangerously funan all-gas, no-brakes blast of feedback and groove. It's full-contact rock n roll: high voltage, high velocity, and sharpened to a blade.

Burning Water brings you Speedway and Feels Like Heaven. With support from Mashaal, Backhand, and Mortal Spirit.

Hidden Herd Presents is Brighton’s new music discovery night, spotlighting the most exciting emerging artists, ones-to-watch and hidden gems. This time, come to The Hope & Ruin for Sandhouse, BIGHEAD, HORNET and Thimble. Presented by Hidden Herd. This is an 18+ event.

Glasgow-born singer-songwriter Michael McGovern blends poetic lyricism with folk roots, evolving beyond his acclaimed debut Highfield Suite. His new album Thin White Road showcases full-band arrangements, literary influences, and viral single Evelyn, cementing him as a compelling new contemporary folk voice. Michael's poetic lyrics and fingerpicked nylon-string guitar craft a deeply emotional folk sound. His debut album, Highfield Suite (2021), recorded during isolation in 2020 and produced by Bill Shanley, earned critical praise across the UK and Ireland. Including BBC Album of the Week, RTE Lyric feature, and an unexpected gem nod from folk legend Paul Brady. His new album Thin White Road marks a confident step forward, expanding on his folk roots with full-band arrangements, layered harmonies, and touches of saxophone and strings. The breakout single Evelyn went viral in early 2025, sparking a wave of online covers. The album draws on literary influences like Laurie Lee, Hunter S. Thompson, and T.S. Michael's live shows are celebrated for their emotional impact and warmth. Thin White Road confirms him as one of the most compelling new voices in contemporary folk.

Hailing from the Isle of Man via the uncomfortable shingles of Brighton beach, Penelope Isles resurface shimming in sunlight and shadow. Three years since their last show, life has quietly reshaped everything. Two solo records released into the world, new bands formed, old rhythms broken, and a magnetic pull back toward each other that couldnt be ignored Penny Isles sound remains unmistakable fuzz-drenched, melody-rich, and charged with feeling. Now expanded into a true three-piece with drummer Joe Taylor, Penelope Isles sound bigger, looser, and more alive than ever. Guitars shimmer and collide, harmonies ache and lift, drums crash like eerie weather rolling in fast off the coast. The Wolter siblings write songs like postcards from somewhere just out of reach Brighton seafront flats, off-kilter restaurants, memories half-burned in the sun. Beautiful, fragile, and always on the edge of slipping away. Still obsessed with love, heartbreak, and what lingers after, Penelope Isles are at their most open, luminous, and unsteady. And everything feels like it's moving again. PLEASE NOTE: The ticket price includes a 50p venue levy.

Wasuremono is the brainchild of multi-instrumentalist William Southward, who meticulously creates and records the music in his shed studio. Initially a solo project, William enlisted friends, Madelaine Ryan, and siblings Isaac and Phoebe Phillips, to complete the live band. The atmospheric pop songs filled with four part harmonies, layers of warm fuzzy synths and soundscapes, have hooky melodies and are led by Williams distinctive songwriting and vocals which soar from a warm baritone to full falsetto.

Sugar-free presents: Prom Brighton's favourite emocore three-piece, FFO: Jack Smith, Sam Allen, Alessandro Cogolo. Funeral. Sick post-hardcore bangers from Plymouth. Mishikui London alternative emo vibes. Bloody lovely. Wimp Brighton emo/post-hardcore powerhouse.

Hidden Herd Presents is Brighton’s new music discovery night, spotlighting the most exciting emerging artists, ones-to-watch and hidden gems. This time, come to The Hope & Ruin for Big Fear, Kate Peaches, Everyday Saints and Girl Apocrypha. Presented by Hidden Herd. This is an 18+ event.

Taking place over the Glastonbury weekend, Everywhere at Once brings live music to your doorstep. Hundreds of grassroots music venues across the UK – from Inverness to Penzance – will unite for one extraordinary weekend, hosting major artists, touring acts and the most exciting emerging talent in the rooms that have launched generations of musicians. This isn’t a festival in a field. It’s a festival on your doorstep, no tent required. Forget the trek, the traffic and the campsites. Instead, experience live music in the intimate spaces at the heart of your neighbourhood. Supported by The National Lottery, the festival is delivered by Music Venue Trust, Save Our Scene and the AIP, reaffirming a shared commitment to grassroots music and the communities it serves.

Schur is a rising alternative and indie-rock artist whose sound blends atmospheric production with emotionally charged lyricism.

Henry Webb-Jenkins One of the most exciting rising voices in alternative country music, Henry Webb-Jenkins is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist (pedal steel, banjo, guitar) hailing from North London. Drawing influence from the cosmic Americana of Gram Parsons and the Flying Burrito Brothers to the good old rock ‘n’ roll of the Rolling Stones, Henry and his band blend heartfelt lyricism with lush instrumentation and rich Americana-tinged textures, paying homage to the country genre without being confined by it. Henry's new EP, HANK, is out this summer. Birds Flying Backwards Birds Flying Backwards are a London-based six-piece formed by friends and family of principal songwriter JR Sanders. Their sound is eclectic, shifting from alt-folk to droning psychedelia and left-field spiritual jazz. Following the release of Surrender to The Void, 2025 saw them exploring a more folk-oriented direction, all while further solidifying their reputation as the ‘purveyors of nostalgic, yet timeless rock reverie’ (Atwood Magazine).

Forged during COVID-19 lockdown in a Melbourne house studio, Playlunch is the chaotic, genre-blending fusion of retro dance music, late ’90s/early 2000s Australian nostalgia and tongue-in-cheek suburban swagger, the band has carved out its own irreverent lane dubbed “Bogan Funk.” Presented by JOY. This is an 18+ event

With a fascination for dissonant chords and jolting rhythms, the music of Blood Wizard provides a space for Cai Burns to express a side to their writing unrestricted by the pressures of genre. Having grown up surrounding themselves with punk and metal, it was not until Burns began collaborating with others that they found themselves falling more and more in love with the world of folk. And this was a love cemented when he stumbled upon the works of Bert Jansch. “I’m not sure how I first stumbled upon Jansch, but I was blown away by him. I was never taught how to play guitar so my technique is pretty sketchy and hearing the liveliness and clunkiness of his playing really spoke to me. I saw him as my bridge into playing folk guitar.” And whilst Jansch acted as an entry point into the world of folk, it was the persona of Blood Wizard that proved to be the biggest gateway for Burns. Under the guise of the mystical cloaks and robes of the wizard, Burns had found a home for his experimentation. Floating between both the subcultures he was raised within and the ones he presently found himself wanting to explore, Blood Wizard sits between the worlds of art, punk and folk. Influenced by the likes of Cate Le Bon and Arthur Russel, Blood Wizard was born out of a fascination with folk-lore and a desire to challenge their creative limits as a writer.

The Dead Reds are heading to The Hope and Ruin for the release of their new album 'The Wild, The Weird & The Godless'. To celebrate the release they will be playing the album live and in its entirety. Joining them for the night are the mighty Vintage Voltage and the incredible Ziggy Phoenix - it promises to be a very special night!

Hidden Herd Presents is Brighton’s new music discovery night, spotlighting the most exciting emerging artists, ones-to-watch and hidden gems. This time, come to The Hope & Ruin for Sex Mask, Polite Bureaux, Humane The Moon and Minor Dents.

DBA! emerged from the gritty underbelly of Liverpool's music scene in early 2024. A band of misfits and odd parts that somehow crashed together and clicked into place. DBA! was birthed in a DIY demo studio tucked into the literal basement drain of a Liverpool nightclub. The damp and unorthodox space - rented in defiance of skeptical glances from peers - became a safe space where late night sessions gave way to the creation of their sound, blending 90s alternative rock, garage rock and indie, drawing from bands such as Eels, Pavement, The Breeders, Elastica and Beck. The name DBA! itself is a statement of intent, best left unravelled. It encapsulates an ethos: unpolished, introspective and weird. From their subterranean origins, the band wasted no time propelling themselves out into the open. Recording with engineer Sophie Ellis - a serendipitous collaboration after years of near-misses - the band honed a guitar driven sound laced with vivid & brooding lyricism. Their debut single 'sinkorswim' was released late 2024, achieving some extensive support from BBC Radio 6 tastemakers, such as Huw Stephens, Craig Charles & Emily Pilbeam where the track was made BBC introducing track of the week & achieved an 8/10 score on the roundtable show, with particular high praise from Abbie McCarthy. Their follow up 2 singles were met with strong radio support, including premieres on Huw Stephens' show and support from Tom Ravenscroft and John Kennedy, and even a spin of their track "D.P.D." from an all time hero of the band, Iggy Pop. The band's debut EP released in April 25 and was met with praise from outlets such as DORK magazine, who made the band the cover of their HYPE playlist, and awarded the EP a 4/5 star review. Other early press buzz came from outlets such as DIY, So Young, Rough Trade, Indie Is Not a Genre and Backseat Mafia where their unique chemistry and raw temperament was hailed. Live, the band started a the year playing more intimate shows across the UK, building up to a run of more prestigious slots in the past few months - supporting bands such as White Denim & Being Dead, headlining a packed Supersonic club show in Paris and joining the line up for Left of the Dial festival in Rotterdam. With more tours and releases on the horizon, DBA!'s story is just beginning to unravel.

Burning Water brings you Ingrown. With support from Plastics, Dambuster, and Locusts.

Hercules, Tracey Nelson’s debut LP, is out on 10th July via K Records / Perennial. The record features the cream of the crop from the Asheville music scene; it was recorded & produced by MJ Lenderman & Colin Miller, who also played on the record along with Wednesday’s Karly Hartzman, Ethan Baechtold & Xandy Chelmis.

Beach Punk straight from Western Australia. Support TBA

Rikas, a group of childhood friends, have been in forward motion with each other for 10 years. At their upcoming Europe spanning tour Dog Days Rikas want to celebrate the spirit of their early days, playing selected venues that played an important role on their journey. Dog Days are the hot days of the year and Rikas are named after one of the band members family dog - reason enough to embrace that mission. All started with their 2018 debut EP Swabian Samba. The following years Rikas have built a loyal following around their brisk, easygoing harmonies, anthemic choruses, and egalitarian style, where every member contributes equally to songwriting and shares the spotlight both in the studio and on stage. Following their warm and inviting 2019 debut album, Showtime, and two interim EPs (2021s Short Stories and 2022s Goodbye Sunshine), Rikas became a live phenomenon in Germany and word started spreading across the borders. Their second album Soundtrack For A Movie That Has Not Been Written Yet led them to first sold out headline shows from London, Lisbon Amsterdam to Paris. In 2026 Rikas are ready to bring their shows to their ever growing fanbase all around the globe.

From Scotland to Texas, to Spain, to Sweden and everywhere in between, Gallus fly the flag for Scottish punk/alternative rock and get crowds moving everywhere they go with their high intensity live show. Having established themselves as favourites in their homeland, the band have toured relentlessly across Europe and the UK to cement their reputation further afield. Following their acclaimed debut We Don't Like The People We Become via Marshall Records, Gallus made appearances at festivals like Primavera, Sziget, The Great Escape and SXSW. With their sophomore release set to drop in summer 2026, Gallus are not letting up the pace.

Swapmeet is a 4 - piece band from South Australia composed of Venus O ’ Broin (guitar, vocals), Joshua Doherty (bass), Maxwell Elphick (guitar, drums, vocals), and Jack Medlyn (guitar, drums, vocals). Having recently caught the ear of American indie label Winspear, the band is readying their debut album and offering a taste of the new material with “ I Know! ”, a cathartic and buoyant debut single for their new label home. Revved up with gleaming, fuzzy guitars and energetic percussion, the new track blurs jangle pop, shoegaze, and alt-rock with tongue-in-cheek precision. The group met as teenagers in the early 2020s while playing in various projects around the Adelaide music scene and bonded over their love of 90s alternative. They soon started writing music together and released their debut single in late 2023 and quickly returned with their debut EP, Oxalis, in mid - 2024. Now, the band has started moving out of local pub gigs and into big venues, opening for international touring artists across the whole of Australia, an d recently won the Emerging Artist & Best Performance award at SXSW Sydney for their charismatic live show. Presented by JOY. This is an 18+ event

Like Pop Rocks hitting the tongue, New York’s Tchotchke is classic candy-coated rock’n’roll. Sweet on the outside but filled with surprises once properly ingested, the three-piece have been winning over audiences with their Rundgren-tinged sound and masterful harmonies since 2021. Anastasia Sanchez (vocals, drums) and Eva Chambers (bass, keys, vocals) met in the mirror of an L.A. highschool locker room in 2014-they were both fixing their bangs. A deep musical friendship was quickly formed, forged on a shared love of everything from vintage dolls to the Beach Boys, and resulting in a handful of bands together. Several years passed before fellow L.A. musician Emily Tooraen (guitar, vocals) entered Anastasia and Eva’s orbit and everything finally clicked. Tchotchke was born. A move to the East Coast followed, and the band started working on their first album, produced by power-pop wunderkinds the Lemon Twigs in their Long Island childhood home. Tchotchke (2022) was a full-tilt rock'n'roll gem of catchy guitar riffs, powerpop piano lines and hook-heavy vocals. Tours with King Tuff, Broncho, The Gossip and The Makeup followed, and the band found themselves crossing the U.S. and Europe throughout 2023 and 2024. Presented by JOY.. This is an 18+ event

Come and celebrate the release of Beauty and Control (Part 2) with support from Hissy and the Fits

Hot Heels Presents: Mega heels Hot Heels brings you the line up of the summer Aqualine Aqualine is a 5-piece alternative rock band based in Guildford and London. Known for blending post-punk, grunge, hip-hop, and ethereal shoegaze, the band is recognized for raw, atmospheric soundscapes and high-energy live shows. \+ ★secret set★ \+ Kitchen Lover \+ Fever Rouge Presented by The Hope & Ruin. This is an 18+ event

Sugar-free presents: the serfers Https://linktr.Ee/theserfers Https://theserfers.Bandcamp.Com/ Brighton surf-punk four piece, by the mates, for the mates. darcy Https://www.Instagram.Com/darcy_band Https://beacons.Ai/darcyband Fresh new South Coast grunge-gaze four-piece. gold & green Https://linktr.Ee/goldandgreen Https://goldandgreen.Bandcamp.Com/ Brighton alternative emo trio. \ 7:30pm £5 adv. 18+ Presented by Sugar-Free Records. This is an 18+ event

Asher White’s music is a complex and heartfelt reaction to the churn of our modern world. With tender intimacy and resounding anxiety, White takes a wide view through the lens of her own queer sexual politics and transgender identity; what does it mean to renew, to progress, to transform? What is lost, gained, or irreversibly altered? At 22 years old, White has developed a massive self-released discography: over a dozen albums since 2015, each one started the moment the last one was finished. New Excellent Woman is a distillation of these experiments and discoveries, a new achievement in songwriting that stands astride the cracks in the earth and lopsided ground. Songs jump between styles like a pubescent sex drive, all locked together by White’s ability to pull melody out of chaos. Presented by JOY. 18+

FORM X Love Thy Neighbour Presents Villagerrr \+ Special Guests Presented by FORM X Love Thy Neighbour. This is an 18+ event.

Emerging from Merced, California, 60juno leads the Central Valley’s post-punk scene with feelings of heavy nostalgia through deep, dreamy melodies. Inspired by the 2016 surge of Southern California’s DIY indie-rock community in conjunction with the synchronous SoundCloud era of underground rap, 60juno came to life in the isolated bedroom of a lonely teen stuck in 2020 quarantine. Upon realizing that creating his own music wasn’t as far out of reach as he once thought, the independent musician became the driving force behind the bass, drums, guitar and vocals that can be heard on each of his tracks. 60juno takes the usual wistful, dreamy aspect of DIY indie-rock a step further into post-punk territory with heightened energy and rough, low vocals thrown on top. This merge has resulted in a blend of his own creation that sets him apart as he continues to establish a notable sound worth remembering. Presented by JOY.. This is an 18+ event