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Absolute Bowie

Absolute Bowie

5 Sept 2025 - 25 Apr 2026

There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie, Europe's Finest David Bowie Tribute continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show uniting Bowie fans across the UK.
Fat Dog

Fat Dog

1 Nov 2025 - 1 Nov 2025

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

Sound of The Sirens

24 Oct 2025 - 5 Dec 2025

Exeter-based duo Abbe Martin and Hannah Wood dovetail beautifully on their debut album, For All Our Sins, a beguiling acoustic pop collection replete with lyrical sensibility on tracks like the first single, Smokescreen (“Living beyond the darkness others create for us, and growing into something positive”), The Circus (“When everyone wants something from you, who can you trust?”) and Mr Wilson (“The chemistry of a new relationship, unsure of where it is going, but knowing that you want more from it”). Already championed by Chris Evans – who declared himself “blown away” when he heard Sound of the Sirens for the first time – they’re certain to broaden a burgeoning fan base on the back of For All Our Sins. It’s a fan base built up not just over several sublime EP self-releases – but also through their live shows, which combine a natural facility for connecting with their audiences and unforgettable performances predicated on energy, warmth, humour and, above all, real conviction.
The Small Fakers: Small Faces Tribute

The Small Fakers: Small Faces Tribute

23 Aug 2025 - 28 Mar 2026

Formed in 2007, the Small Fakers are the UK's only tribute to mod legends the sensational Small Faces. Hits galore at every show including All Or Nothing, Itchycoo Park, Lazy Sunday and many more mixed in with B-sides and fan favourites from the Small Faces' back catalogue. A visual and musical feast for all Small Faces fans.
Getdown Services

Getdown Services

17 Oct 2025 - 10 Jan 2026

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

The Ramonas

22 Aug 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

As the name suggests The Ramonas are the U.K.s premier all female tribute to the iconic New York Punk Rock band Ramones. Touring is never boring and these girls are guaranteed to play a high energy, full throttle shows that'll leave you buzzing for more of that 1976 spirit. These four lovable cretins rarely even stop for a quick sip of water and a hello. It's 1234 and they're onto the next hit, and the great thing is that they do it all in their own unique way. wherever they play, from the UK to Europe to the USA! Some say playing the Ramones tunes is easy, but capturing the vibe and essence of such a well loved band mixed with the required speed, stamina and endurance is no mean feat.. Cloey, Pee Pee, Rohnny & Cammy are definitely here to stay! Gabba Gabba HEY!!!
The 9075

The 9075

25 Jul 2025 - 27 Mar 2026

The 9075, formed in August 2019 from a jamming session, are the world's first tribute dedicated to celebrating the music and essence of The 1975. With a 2-hour show, The 9075 brings the spirit of the original band to life, creating unforgettable nights filled with nostalgia and excitement. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the music, The 9075 promises an unforgettable experience that pays homage to one of the most iconic bands of our time.
The Amy Winehouse Band

The Amy Winehouse Band

24 Oct 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

We are delighted to bring you this exceptional & unique show: this, is The Amy Winehouse Band – Amy’s Original band led by her long term Musical Director/Bass player Dale Davis and Amy’s close friend from the very start of her career, celebrate her era defining global music and live performances, keeping her spirit and legacy and the Amy Winehouse sound alive in a true connection only possible by Amy ’s original band.
Get a Load off 2: Queer we go again!

Get a Load off 2: Queer we go again!

25 Jul 2025 - 25 Jul 2025

Get a Load off is back! Back at Polar Bear Music Club. Art stall are back! And some new things too!. Get a Load off 2 is going to have two different events happening: A full free event starting from 3pm happening in the bear garden and back space of polar bear music club. Enjoy live acoustic music queer solidarity outdoors and art stalls!. Plus some additional surprises to be announced. The second Part the Fundraising cabaret! We have already booked some amazing performers to light up the stage from 8pm till close. This element of the event is paid but as always we will have donated tickets to help support those whom cant afford space. This show is bigger then the smaller ones we do through the year so the prices is slightly higher. (But not to much) To help us with costs please book tickets sooner rather than later! Polar Bear music club is a local cic venue kind enough to support our aims of community aid!
Quo Connection

Quo Connection

16 Aug 2025 - 17 Apr 2026

In answer to overwhelming support, the most recent line-up of John Coghlan’s Quo, Mick Hughes, Rick Chase, Pete Mace and Russ Chadd have reformed under the name of Quo Connection in order to begin the next chapter carrying on the legacy of Status Quo and John Coghlan. JCQ had been in existence for twenty-five years in various forms. The band wish John all the very best with his new projects which can be found on his website and Facebook page. Quo Connection will play many of Quo’s hits plus some incredible album tracks with the same power and passion you have come to expect.
Swim School

Swim School

5 Nov 2025 - 20 Nov 2025

Swim School absorb influence from a wide range of genres; from 90’s grunge to modern indie and dream-pop. The release of their 2021 debut EP, ‘making sense of it all’ saw vocalist & guitarist Alice Johnson enter the same space occupied by the likes of Ellie Rowsell (Wolf Alice) and Juliette Jackson (The Big Moon) – tackling delicate subjects with a vibrant yet evocative presence. Performing live at Latitude Festival, All Points East and TRNSMT Festival, as well as support slots for Declan McKenna, The Snuts and Coach Party, and live sets for The Great Escape and BBC Introducing, 2021 sees swim school praised by key tastemaker titles including NME, CLASH, The Line of Best Fit, DORK, Under The Radar, LOCK Magazine, Euphoria Magazine and many more.
K.O.G

K.O.G

12 Sept 2025 - 12 Sept 2025

K.O.G delivers infectious West African vibes from Ghana via Sheffield, with diverse origins conflating to whip up their signature heady brew of afrobeat, hip hop & soul. K.O.G has been making great music now for 7 years alongside his Zongo Brigade and are at the forefront of the UK "Afro-Fusion" scene alongside bands like Nubiyan Twist, Onipa, London Afrobeat Collective, Mansion Of Snakes and Afriquoi. With longtime band member MC/rapper Franz Von alongside Kweku, plus an all-star band featuring musicians from Leeds bands Tetes De Pois/Mansion Of Snakes/Slow Lorris, they fuse traditional Ghanaian music and instruments with Afro-dancehall, electronica, funk and hip-hop.
Jamz Supernova

Jamz Supernova

19 Sept 2025 - 19 Sept 2025

We’re delighted to be hosting one of the UK most exciting tastemakers in Jamz Supernova for the London leg of her tour. Hosting a weekly specialist show on BBC RADIO 1XTRA which Jamz describes as “a musical journey, where you'll discover the very best in emerging alternative R&B, new-wave Jazz, leftfield electronica and Indie”. Jamz is a tastemaker and has shown many artists to radio, in doing this Jamz has confirmed her weekly Saturday daytime BBC 6MUSIC show. Jamz also graced our TVs co-hosting the music show Jazz 625 on BBC FOUR alongside Moses Boyd in October last year. Her events brand and record label "Future Bounce", has had a similar effect, with the party seeing a number of world class artists perform across the years such as Branko, Mina, Roska and more. The label has released a melting pot of underground music exciting global talents such as Melle Brown, Ted Jasper, Swsh, Joe Turner and more. You can expect a melting pot of Eclectic, Broken Beat, UK Funky and Global Sounds, as Jamz takes control of the decks all night long. £5 tickets on sale now. This is an 18+ event .
Bilk

Bilk

5 Oct 2025 - 1 Nov 2025

Bilk are three musicians creating a unique angsty blend of indie, rap and punk from the suburbs of Essex. The brainchild of frontman Sol Abrahams, completed by bassist Luke Hare and drummer Harry Gray, their honest social commentary is as real as it gets, reflecting on the highs and lows of British youth culture today.
Dogshow

Dogshow

24 Oct 2025 - 29 Nov 2025

Dogshow are 2 brothers traversing the astral planes of dance music - whilst dressed as poodles. These two full-bodied canine siblings are on a mission to create the ultimate party experience, fusing live techno and rave with real instruments. Performing in the middle of the audience on their battery powered Dog Trolley they conduct an animalistic howling at the moon ceremony. Part space-age cabaret, part canine cult this is dance music at its most gloriously unhinged. Join the spectacle and unleash your inner canine.
Om Unit (Acid Dub Studies) + NikNak
Step into the world of ethereal bass-driven electronica this November with a stacked lineup of boundary-pushing sound artists Om Unit brings his Acid Dub Studies project to Hull for the first time, merging the calligraphic expression of the 303 Acid bassline with the stern sway Dub Techno and Ambient music Support comes from NikNak; a multi-disciplinary artist described as a musical polymath by Clash Magazine. She is the first Black Turntablist to win an Oram Award in 2020 and regularly pushes boundaries on what the turntables are capable of with her captivating live show Bombed Buildings aka Stewart Baxter opens the evening with an improvised live show focusing on found sound, tape loops and experimental audio that is firmly rooted in his sense of place Ryan Smith (of bdrmm) and Polyecho (aka Simma) will be DJing inbetween the live acts and late into the night for the aftershow party
Yaang

Yaang

30 Jul 2025 - 18 Sept 2025

Forming in 2017 when Davey Moore (vocals/sampler) met Oliver Duffy (Guitars/vocals) at a rhythmic awareness class at the University of Salford - and later completed by Ben White (Ex-Working Men’s Club) on bass duties - Manchester punk trio YAANG have ever since been steadily building their reputation for furious, high-energy, live shows, powered by the rocket-fuel combo of pulsating drum loops, clangorous guitars and a wicked sense of humour. Integral cogs in the ever-whirring grassroots scene of their beloved Manchester, Yaang regularly rub shoulders with the likes of buzzy contemporaries Maruja, Nightbus and Duvet.

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