We are delighted to bring you our midsummer ball, an afternoon of cream teas and punk fucking rock! £10 ADV / £12 OTD Doors 2pm Sick on the Bus The UK's loudest punk band, Cross between Motorhead, The Damned, GBH, & The Varukers. Old School rock and roll punk, fast guitars and foul mouthed! https://www.facebook.com/sickbus https://open.spotify.com/artist/4MQ5XFsIxiONRe2zVl6Vp5 Criminal Damage UK82 punk/Oi/Skinhead band from Brighton. Reformed and rebooted playing punk fucking rock. Oi Oi! https://linktr.ee/CriminalDamage82 The Backstreet Abortions The original 1990 members from Sick On The Bus with Jesse Smith on vocals with songs about abortion, drugs and domestic violence. https://www.facebook.com/backstreetabortions https://open.spotify.com/artist/1KP1J0CVIRV3v287aZW5Ra

Who are Deaf School? It's strange that we still need to ask. Deaf School are an unclassifiable collective, a band apart who are a genre unto themselves. They formed at Liverpool art college over 40 years ago and won disciples from Madness and Dexys to the KLF and Frankie Goes To Hollywood. Among their most ardent supporters is the co-creator of Peppa Pig. The music that Deaf School make is both kaleidoscopic and wildly entertaining. It's a rock'n'roll cabaret with punk and pop art in its bloodstream. If you sat down and made them up you'd awake the next day and decide it was the weirdest dream you'd ever had. But also, perhaps, the nicest. In those four decades and more Deaf School have been the best-kept secret in British pop. (They're not a secret everywhere, though: this is the band the term big in Japan was originally coined for.) They have recorded sporadically since 1976, and are now releasing their first full-length album of all-new material since 1978. It's called Let's Do This Again Next Week... Brace yourself for an addictive cocktail of exotic fantasies, brutal guitar noise, John Betjeman reveries and crisp melodic freshness. Their two lead singers, Bette Bright and Enrico Cadillac Jnr (all of Deaf School's members seem semi-fictitious) continue the stage romance that has enchanted fans from Tokyo to Camden Town. Before this year is over Deaf School are playing some more sell-out shows that will leave the audience wishing they really could do this again next week. And every week after that. As those fans will agree, Deaf School never knew when they were beaten and have thus proved indestructible.

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of "Evacuate" by playing it in its entirety + more Chelsea classics! This ticket price includes a £1 venue restoration levy.

Chris Brain emerged out of Leeds’ vibrant folk scene in 2022 with his debut, critically acclaimed and widely distributed album, Bound to Rise, reaching Number 22 in the UK Folk Charts. His much-anticipated second album, Steady Away, moves inward and takes on a more self-reflective quality, whilst retaining glimmers of soaring figures and pastoral imagery. Brain’s distinctive warm vocal and finger-picked guitar style are sustained alongside expansive strings and delicate piano arrangements, taking shape through evolving and introspective impressions on tenderness, loss, pain and awe in nature. Glancing off The Nave’s eaved ceilings with natural reverb, Steady Away’s 11 tracks, recorded by Tom Orrell, capture the intimacy of Chris’ songwriting. Steady Away further embeds Chris Brain within the contemporary folk scene, whilst gesturing towards the folk tradition. His commitment to folk is only deepened by the two folk clubs and folk festival in Leeds that Chris founded and runs, attracting a wide range of audiences and musicians alike.

Asbo Derek's Beg to Differ - an afternoon of fun(d-raising for their new album). Featuring: Asbo Derek - time to drop the (w) Johny Brown -six songs solo from the vocalist with band of holy joy Kemper Norton - drones and tones that will warm or chill you or both Affordable Art Auction - to help get the record done: please bring cash

20 band , 1 weekend, 18 hours of music. Includes. Shit Stirrers, Butane Regulators, Gulls, Steam Kittens, Old Chase, Noir Mates, Family of Strangers, Gripper Lee, Joe Bitter, Thee Derelique. Ten more to be announced.

3 Bands all with connections in Brighton. The FreeDub Press (Opening event) A six-piece outfit that fuse dub, reggae, ska and hip-hop with punk inspired lyricism that doesnt sit on the fence. Chris William's soaring lead vocal create a wave of melody that bounces off the contrast of Dean Ormsby's gritty rhymes, exploring serious issues and connecting with audiences of all backgrounds. The lead vocal duo are backed by solid pumping beats, groove heavy bass lines, bubbling keys and melodic sax, which blend together to create a truly unique sound. Natural Right Create there own unique sound that fuses Reggae, Indie, Soul and Ska vibes. theyve been making waves in Brighton recently, delivering a sound that is infectious, leaving audiences wanting more. No covers from them just original material. The Tribulizations (Headliner) Brighton UK-based reggae vocal harmony duo living the rockers life style! We pay homage to UK style lovers rock, Ska, Rocksteady and spiritual roots reggae. Music with a message! Fronted by Frankie Dread & Tara Gold.

Skinner is Aaron Corcoran, based in Dublin, who writes, records and produces songs about growing up and overcoming a dirt-flecked 21st century existence. The DNA of no wave and post-punk acts like The B52s, James Chance and the Contortions and ESG through to alt-rock touchstones Pixies and Morphine com-bined with an talent for grunge-nodding self-production and pockets of elevated in-strumentation is oozing from Skinner’s music. Debut album New Wave Vaudeville, released January 2025 on Faction Records, references the New Wave Vaudeville music variety freak show that took place at the 57 Club in New York from 1978 to 1983. The club was known for its free-form art shows, a debaucherous wild riposte to creeping commerciality of modern culture of the time, an era that perfectly reflects the rambunctious nature Skinner has brought to this new collection. Presented by JOY. This is an 18+ event

We're delighted to bring you a night of Alternative music headlined by local legends IAMWARFACE. The aim of IAMWARFACE has always been to create a new, edgier kind of rock sound, echoing the rebellious creativity of the early 90s and punk danger of the 70s, with a fusion of 80's style vocals, abstract guitars, moody layered synth riffs and pounding drum beats, influenced by many peers such as Massive Attack, Depeche Mode, The Prodigy, Kasabian, Muse, Royal Blood, Nero, Queens of the Stone Age, Tears For Fears, Black Keys, Nine Inch Nails, Stone Temple Pilots and The Cure. With Special Guests: Dramalove A London-based alternative rock band hailing from northern Italy. The trio brings a uniquely European edge to the UK alt-rock scene. Known for their electrifying live performances, anthemic melodies, and emotionally intense lyrics. Dramalove fuse post-punk grit with sweeping indie hooks. + Idlewood Brighton based alt-rock. Sometimes pop punk bleeds in.

We are delighted to present "Jingle My Balls", an afternoon of mirth, merriment and loud punk fucking rock! Criminal Damage UK82 punk/Oi/Skinhead band from Brighton. Reformed and rebooted playing punk fucking rock. Oi Oi! Face Up A Hardcore Punk band from Coventry and Birmingham in West Midlands who formed in 2016. Not The Face Noisy, melodic UK street punk with a hint of upbeat ska and unapologetic belting vocals. City Riot Damn loud OI-Core band from The Netherlands.

Real Farmer is a Dutch (post-)punk band from Groningen, known for an energetic, gritty, and DIY-focused sound.

We had such a great time last December, so we thought we'd do it all over again, this time as a matinee at The Prince Albert. The Noir Mates Delivering an urgently mesmeric, intense and ominous set woven together with hypnotic, reverb-laden soundscapes and all to a deep, constant, driving beat. Avant Garde, jarring and disruptive. With Special Guests: Zombie Met Girl Influenced by the 70's U.S. garage punk scene (The Ramones, The Cramps the Dead Kennedys, The Stooges) but have a style all of their own making. Roadkill Drive-Thru A musical fusion brought to you by roadkill-eating hillbilly banger racers from the dystopian future. Like a car crash into a moose.

The Metatrons are a delightfully fuzzy Riot-Pop band from Hertfordshire. After signing to Chapter 22 Records they released their "Deconstruction" album, which was a fantastic critical success, being called "The pinnacle of quality pop" and "a thunderous slice of pop majesty". Vive le Rock said the album was "bursting with bright, breezy driving rhythms...you should hear them". The band toured the album, opening for Altered Images on their UK tour in 2022 to add to the list of great bands they've worked with - Shonen Knife, Echobelly, The Primitives, Dodgy, The Blockheads, The Darling Buds, The Membranes, Steve Craddock, The Lovely Eggs and Glen Matlock to name but a few. 2023 and 2024 had more great shows and a summer full of festival appearances, as they released their 4th album "Lumination" on Chapter 22 Records in June. Album no.5 "The Ever-Present Now" coming in June 2026! Simon Love & the Old Romantics: Imagine Randy Newman's epic storytelling filtered through the Britishness of Ray Davies, with music that veers from mid-60s pop and country to ELO, served up in a style that bears similarities with a sardonic post Britpop Jarvis Cocker. After imagining all that, please lower your expectations and you wont be disappointed by Simon Love. Simon Love and his group, The Old Romantics, play songs from his latest album, "THE ONE TRUE PRINCE OF WALES (in exile after abdication)" which is out on Hurrah Musica in April 2026. All Ages, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

The Australian troubadour performs deep and soulful folk-rock with melodic alternative country and blues-rock.

Ohtis' new album Curve of Earth (out 29th March via Full Time Hobby) is a reunion record for the band and tells the tale of songwriter Sam Swinson's autobiographical journey through indoctrination and addiction. Each song an endlessly inviting confession from his past battles with substance abuse and the religious demons lingering from his upbringing in a fundamentalist evangelical cult. Ohtis formed when Swinson and co-founder Adam Pressley were sophomores at high school in Normal, Illinois. Sam would ride his bike over to Adam's house where they made experimental folk music with primitive home-recording gear. Their partnership has defined Ohtis, accompanied by a revolving cast of local musicians joining the live act over the years including rejoining mainstay member and multi-instrumentalist Nate Hahn. By around 2009, Swinson's addiction had become life-threatening. Weighing the odds of maintaining a creative partnership in those conditions, Pressley and Hahn decided to distance themselves. Pressley moved to Detroit to work on new projects; Hahn reversed course entirely and took a job at a drug treatment center, where, at one point, Swinson was briefly admitted. The band dissolved. Redemption eventually came in the form of sobriety for Swinson. After making 9th step amends to both of his rejoining bandmates, they brought Ohtis back to life, unfazed by the 2000 miles that now separate them geographically, with Pressley and Hahn in Detroit and Chicago and Swinson in Los Angeles. The record's lyricism is where Ohtis shine brightest, with stories of family, love, loss, personal abuse, self-loathing, betrayal, recovery, Swinson's religious hangover, and journeying across America with his late-dog Bobo. The first verse of 2018 single 'Runnin was written for Adam by Sam while he was in rehab in 2011. It foreshadows a reunion of the band, and it signals a reincarnation of Sam. Sam's beautiful encapsulation of recovery principles among the descriptions of his own struggle and redemption with sobriety in the song 'Runnin was a major factor drawing me back to the band when they reformed, Nate explains. Swinson went to a self-made hell, and when he came out the other side he found a support group waiting for him, which had always been there, as Ohtis.

10 years of Ditz, presented by Lout Promotions. This is an 18+ event.

We are delighted to bring you an afternoon of loud punk rock. £10 ADV / £13 OTD Doors 2pm Sick on the Bus The UK's loudest punk band, Cross between Motorhead, The Damned, GBH, & The Varukers. Old School rock and roll punk, fast guitars and foul mouthed! https://www.facebook.com/sickbus https://open.spotify.com/artist/4MQ5XFsIxiONRe2zVl6Vp5 Criminal Damage UK82 punk/Oi/Skinhead band from Brighton. Reformed and rebooted playing punk fucking rock. Oi Oi! https://linktr.ee/CriminalDamage82 The Backstreet Abortions The original 1990 members from Sick On The Bus with Jesse Smith on vocals with songs about abortion, drugs and domestic violence. https://www.facebook.com/backstreetabortions https://open.spotify.com/artist/1KP1J0CVIRV3v287aZW5Ra

Dead Bob is the solo incarnation of John Wright, drummer of long time and apparently legendary, but now retired, Canadian punk band No Means No (NMN). Wright has spent 50 years drumming, 45 years songwriting, 30 years touring, three years helping robots play punk rock, 30 years brewing, and a lifetime playing music in more bands than you can count on one hand. Currently practicing drums, with one album released and a 2nd due imminently, Wright is not planning on slowing down any time soon. The material on "Life Like spans decades and there's lots more in the vault. The album was recorded and produced by Wright in the wilds of British Columbia and while he primarily wrote and performed it himself, he can't take all of the credit, having engaged the help of several friends including Byron Slack (Invasives), Kristy Lee Audette (Rong), Ford Pier (Ford Pier and the Vengeance Trio, DOA, Roots Round up, Junior Gone Wild, Rheostatics), Selina Martin, his son Aidan Wright, as well as two old collaborations with his brother Rob in the writer's chair. As might be expected, the songs roll out cohesively but defy the cookie cutter pigeon holes, hence "Genre" is a tough one to convey but one thing that is not unclear is it is not to be listened to quietly! We aim to make sure you hear it all good and loud! Dead Bob first Tour of the UK will be supporting their New upcoming album Nothing Changes Everything out on April 25th released on Alternative Tentacles/Wrong Records.

If you loved Nomeansno then you will have missed not seeing them for over 10 yrs!! But now we have Dead Bob with John Wright back behind the kit doing what he does best, and excellent they are too, they even treat us to some NMN originals....some come along and have a fab night of excellent entertainment.....I can promise you this, they are worth the long wait. There will only be one support to allow Dead Bob a full unrestricted set. Dead Bob is the solo incarnation of John Wright, drummer of long time and apparently legendary, but now retired, Canadian punk band No Means No (NMN). Wright has spent 50 years drumming, 45 years songwriting, 30 years touring, three years helping robots play punk rock, 30 years brewing, and a lifetime playing music in more bands than you can count on one hand. Currently practicing drums, with one album released and a 2nd due imminently, Wright is not planning on slowing down any time soon. The material on "Life Like spans decades and there's lots more in the vault. The album was recorded and produced by Wright in the wilds of British Columbia and while he primarily wrote and performed it himself, he can't take all of the credit, having engaged the help of several friends including Byron Slack (Invasives), Kristy Lee Audette (Rong), Ford Pier (Ford Pier and the Vengeance Trio, DOA, Roots Round up, Junior Gone Wild, Rheostatics), Selina Martin, his son Aidan Wright, as well as two old collaborations with his brother Rob in the writer's chair. As might be expected, the songs roll out cohesively but defy the cookie cutter pigeon holes, hence "Genre" is a tough one to convey but one thing that is not unclear is it is not to be listened to quietly! We aim to make sure you hear it all good and loud!

London noise boys PAPER HATS coming through for a spicy one. Two tunes out, two bangers. Noisy, emo adjacent post-hardcore flavours. For the moshers and the bash your head toppers. One of our favourite newer bands on the circuit and it's a pleasure to have them down. Supports announced soon.

4 Diverse Acts at this iconic Brighton venue. Folk guitar with guitar maestro John Buckley, acoustic Blues with Devils Own. Chris The Train Man doing his legendary beat box train & plane sounds followed by Dirty Weekend in Brighton playing original tracks from their new Album.

Rachel Love Rachel Love is founding member of the seminal late-70's/early-80s band Dolly Mixture who were signed to Paul Weller's Respond label and championed by the Undertones and John Peel. Her own solo work follows along similar lines as her former group, with her distinct songwriting and melodies, she has released several albums on her own, as well as collaborations with Martin Newell (Cleaners From Venus) as The Light Music Company, and new group, Railcard (featuring members of Talulah Gosh, Heavenly, Razorcuts, and Swansea Sound). Exploding Flowers Exploding Flowers are a Los Angeles, California quartet who have crafter their own universe of guitar-based pop, with flourishes of piano, organ, synthesizers, and vibraphone on top of a foundational rhythm section. Led by Sharif Dumani who has worked with a variety of artists which include Alice Bag, Cody Chesnutt, Sex Stains, The Moon Upstairs, Classics Of Love, Nick Garrie, Nikki Sudden, Chris D. (Flesh Eaters, Divine Horsemen), Silver Apples, etc., the quartet is comprised of members Josh Mancell (The Moon Upstairs, CellBorg), Happy Tsugawa-Banta (Lassie Foundation, Ray Barbee), and Mark Sogomian (The Moon Upstairs). With three albums, an EP, and an upcoming fourth album on Meritorio Records, they have been compared to everything from Big Star to the Soft Boys, and L.A.'s Paisley Underground to New Zealand's 1980's-era Flying Nun Records guitar pop groups. Exploding Flowers explore some similar territory but expand to occupy their own space in that landscape. Telecom Are a Brighton based band with influences from the Kinks and the Left Banke through to Stereolab and Belle and Sebastianpsychedelic vocal harmonies, post punk/indie-pop riffs, whooshing modular synthsa hazy yet angular take on the 60's

Formed in Bournemouth in 2017, south coast indie-punks The Lonely Surf have built a growing reputation through three EPs and a run of singles amassing over 850k Spotify streams. With radio support from BBC Introducing and Kerrang! Radio, plus appearances at festivals like BBC Introducing Live, Teddy Rocks, and Gold Coast Oceanfest, they’ve established a strong fanbase and wear influences of The Menzingers, Bloc Party and Tigers Jaw on their sleeve. Their debut album ‘Keep It Together’, produced by Daly George (Creeper, Boston Manor), is released on 8th May 2026.

We're delighted to bring you the Mexican punk band, Las Fokin Biches. Las Fokin Biches From Irapuato, Mexico. Their defiant attitude and raw, high-energy tone define their music. The band's music has Punk roots but also incorporates Rock elements to produce a distinctive and dynamic sound. Phat Problem A dynamic 4-piece street punk band taking on the Cis-tem one TERF at a time. Family of Strangers A high-energy punk four-piece from Brighton.

We were raised on cattle ranches where we learned how to play traditional country music because that's what everyone wanted to hear. The music Kacy and Clayton make is inextricable from where they grew up. They sing about the kind of people you'd find in Wood Mountain, Saskatchewan (population very few). The hills, barns and remoteness of the area are in these songs, with a bittersweet acknowledgement that this music has taken them far from home. Kacy Anderson and Clayton Linthicum's new album Carrying On follows the international acclaim for their previous records Strange Country (which Q magazine called, A beautiful album that nudges a classic past into a brave future.) and 2017's The Siren's Song described by Uncut as Ageless and beguiling. A classic record for this or any other time. Their sound is equal parts homespun, coming from a family and community where playing music is an ever present part of social gatherings, and the rare country, blues and English folk rock these second cousins obsess over and collect. For Carrying On, Clayton cites as influences: Bobbie Gentry's The Delta Sweete, Hoyt Axton's My Griffin Is Gone, Cajun fiddle music, and the steel guitar of Ralph Mooney who played on many of the records that defined the Bakersfield country music scene of the 1950s. Sixties psych has also woven its way into these new songs; Kacy enjoys telling people that they live 250km from the mental hospital that coined the term 'psychedelic'. Having toured almost nonstop for the last two years, Carrying On was conceived and honed on the road and recorded immediately after a jaunt across Western Canada, mostly as live takes with the minimum of overdubs the songs having been tried and tested before audiences each night. The album was produced once again by Jeff Tweedy of Wilco and Uncle Tupelo fame, at his Loft studio in Chicago. The result is a sharpening of what Mojo magazine summed up as A beautiful mix of Kacy's crystalline vocals and Clayton's inventive, deep-groove country guitar. And a greater attention to detail in their songwriting; with narrative tales of loss, regret and yearning alongside vivid portraits of the Northern Great Plains and its isolated inhabitants. The songs The Forty-Ninth Parallel, The South Saskatchewan River, Providence Place and That Sweet Orchestra Sound were all written with local settings in mind - with the latter a tribute to the rural dance bands of the area, who referred to themselves as 'orchestras.' One such band, the Romansky Orchestra from Fir Mountain featured Kacy's Grandpa Carl in their line-up when he was in his teens. Of Carrying On, Jeff Tweedy said "When I first heard Kacy and Clayton, I was struck by how much detail and nuance they had absorbed from what sounded like a large swath of my record collection. When I told them that they were as good as the artists they were drawing from, I'm not sure they believed me. On this record I don't hear those influences as much as I hear them taking the things they love so intimately and telling their own story. I think they're a truly great band. Our songs for this album are inspired by rural living of the past and present, highlighting the toll that urban dwelling can take on first generation kids moving out of the country into the city.

An evening of sophisticated chamber music and Morris dancing. Gor Blimey guvnor look at the bells on that stick. But, Seriously an Evening of some of my favourite bands and my lot play the Albert from 7pm. Come and join in on a really fun evening of Punk and weird shit.

Scottish sisters delivering fast, furious, politically charged punk rock.

3 of the original 1970s punk bands come together for afternoon by the sea! 2pm to 5pm STORMTROOPER Formed at the legendary Marquee club in January 1975. Lead singer Nigel Hutchings worked there running the bars, Jeff Piccinini and Mike Lee were over from San Francisco hoping to form a band. So where better to find musicians than the Marquee, home of the Who, the Stones, and many more. After recruiting John Pilka on guitar, and rehearsing in a shabby Kings road basement studio, the band started to take shape - as did Motorhead in the next studio. Corruption Management took them on, and a recording studio in Covent Garden was booked for one day - that's all money they could afford. Four tracks were recorded including It's Not Me, and Im a Mess - which everyone thought was a ripper. A gig at Bath Pavilion was booked, and, although not a massive turnout, went down really well. However, within weeks they had imploded, with Jeff joining punk upstarts Chelsea, and Nigel becoming assistant manager at the Marquee. Early in 1976, Nigel witnessed a thunderbolt at the Club, the Sex Pistols supported Eddie and the Hot Rods - and punk was born! So later that year Jeff and Nigel decided to try and release Im a Mess on a private label - Solent Records. A few thousand copies were pressed, and hand delivered to every record shop they could find in London. And a number were shipped abroad. Melody Maker, Sounds and New Musical Express reviewed Im a Mess, with appropriate razor sharp comments - which the band loved. To help promote it, they gave away a free badge/pin, screaming the legend, Im a Mess. The badge proved very popular with all sorts of people including, famously, Sid Vicious. In 1977, the band, with Maurice Bacon - formerly of Love Affair - on drums, went back into the studio to record Coming My Way and Im on Fire. These were never released, however, Chelsea covered Im on Fire, as Jeff was in the band. But now, 2026, Stormtrooper have re-formed, and are putting shows together throughout the year. People remember them, the word is out, and there's a real sense of excitement in the air - particularly as 2026 is the 50th anniversary of the birth of punk - were you there So, let's get Messy - come and check them out. TRASH In 1975 Mick Brophy (guitar), Simon Wright (vocals) , Keith Steptoe (bass) and Steve Pearce (drums) caught an early Sex Pistols gig and thought we could do that! . Calling themselves Trash after the New York Dolls song the band signed to Polydor and commenced gigging, supporting 999, The Lurkers, The Slits and many others. Debut single Priorities is now a sought-after slice of 1977 whilst second single N-N-E-R-V-O-U-S was released the following year, produced by the legendary Shel Talmy (The Who / Kinks). The band split up when Polydor passed on the option of an LP. They got back together to unsuccessfully audition for the film Quadrophenia. In 1979 Trash recorded a couple of tracks for Police producer Nigel Gray. By this time Simon Butler-Smith was on drums and Neil Cossar had joined on second guitar. In 2011 Only Fit For The Bin released the compilation CD This Is Complete Trash, followed by the vinyl version Bashing Out The Chords LP in 2023. Reviews were so positive that Trash decided to give it one last go, Mark Wolfie Wolfenden joined on bass to record the 2025 single Matter Of Time. The sessions were great fun, so Trash decided to play their first gigs since 1978, proving that high energy rocknroll never goes out of fashion! SOCIAL SECURITY After seeing The Damned perform in late 76, Social Security left their jobs and signed on. They recruited 'Spy' a Damned roadie so named because the Damned were convinced he was a spy for the Pistols. With 'Spy' on board as their new singer, The Socials became major players in the Bristol and West Country's burgeoning punk scene. Signed by Heartbeat Records They went on to record their first single on Bristol's newly formed Heartbeat record label. The single, a four track E.P. Was critically acclaimed by the legendary John Peel. Over the years the single has been re-released appearing on many highly regarded Punk anthology albums. After a lot of arm twisting by their former management and due to public pressure Social Security relented and have now reformed playing extensively and showcasing their unique wit and song writing abilities. Social Security are true originals, Don't miss them!!

Holiday Ghosts - a prolific four-piece of musicians and friends bring their hip-shaking, head thrashing, raw and upbeat energy to their recordings and unforgettable live shows. The result is unadulterated and unclean, unabashed and uncompromised. As drummer, Katja Rackin, and guitarist Sam Stacpoole, share lead vocal duties, their voices come together as one with dispersed harmonies, often joined by rhythm guitarist Ben Nightingale, and grounded by Morgan Lloyd-Mathews tastefully simplistic bass grooves. Call it garagy, jangly, rock n rolly, indie, punky, poppy, whatever you wanty. Since the birth of the band they have played iconic stages throughout the UK and Europe, from Latitude Festival to Left Of The Dial, from Dot to Dot to Misty Fields from the Pyrenees mountains to the chapels of Chester. They’ve toured with top acts such as WITCH, BODEGA, Shannon & The Clams, Juan Wauters, Black Lips, The Bug Club & more; attracted widespread praise across the press community (KEXP, Brooklyn Vegan, The Guardian, The Independent, Stereogum, DIY, So Young, The Line Of Best Fit, Clash, Gigwise & more), and been consistently spotlighted by BBC 6 Music, with their Album of the Day feature and live interviews. With catchy melodies, fiery lyrics, hard-picked guitars and a DIY punk spirit, Holiday Ghosts have cemented their status in the UK music scene and have big plans for the year ahead. Presented by Acid Box. This is an 18+ event

Leeds based indie crew with a wholesome flair, Family Art Club are stopping by the south coast on their UK tour in June and we can’t wait to have them. One of my fave acts coming out of the notoriously incredible Leeds music scene, signed to Private Reg - this is gonna be a rager. Supports TBA

At last Slady get crazee in Manchester, and where better than The Star and Garter to host this perfect expression of all things Slade, played exclusively by remarkably talented young women... a Skweeze Me Pleeze Me fest to delight all fans of top drawer '70s glam and classy Brit Rock. A celebration of one of the greatest bands of all time, supported and approved by the actual Slade too, and quite right. Not really a tribute band, more a heartfelt continuation. Champers and pot noodles all round. So C'mon Feel The Noize...Will this be a great nite out...It will be Bangin' Man....

Dateline are coming to the UK this Autumn. After a stellar run of shows around the UK and Europe last year, fans will be thrilled to learn that alt-indie band Dateline are returning to the UK this autumn. Born and based in New Zealand, Dateline have been making waves since they launched in 2017. Fronted and founded by Katie Everingham, the band have cultivated a killer combo of irresistible hooks, effortless energy and charismatic lyricism. With two critically acclaimed albums already out in the wild, their impressive sound has not gone unnoticed, earning them praise from the likes of Rolling Stone AUS/NZ, Under The Radar NZ, Loud Women and more. With live performance at the centre of their artistry, Dateline have built a strong following across New Zealand with each show drawing bigger and busier crowds.

The Real Music Club is back with a night of authentic mayhem! Featuring Kee + Boneyard Breakout + Noir Mates! Where fears meet hope, KEE. are an alternative psychedelic electro band whose name can signify strength, resilience, or a strong foundation. Making their live debut at hometown Nottingham's Waterfront Festival in 2025, band members have had their music played on BBC Introducing, experienced recording at Maida Vale studio MV4 where the John Peel Sessions took place, international touring, festivals such as Dot to Dot Festival, Kendal Calling, Isle of Wight Festival and venues such as the legendary 100 Club in London. After the release of debut single Sound which garnered acclaim from the likes of The Noise Magazine, new single The Party released on Bandcamp has already had airplay on BBC Introducing East Midlands. Boneyard Breakout is a four-piece psychobilly/rockabilly band based in Sussex, known for their high-energy original material and "crazy rockin'" performances. Formed in late 2023, the band consists of Nick Paxton (lead guitar/vocals), Mark Bunce (slap bass), Richard Holden (rhythm guitar), and Max Stevenson (drums) The Noir Mates are a Psych Rock and Garage band based in Brighton making urgently mesmeric and intense sounds, often featuring hypnotic, reverb-laden soundscapes and ominous driving beats. The group draws heavy inspiration from the 1970s U.S. garage punk scene, citing influences such as Bauhaus, The Stooges, The Cramps, Captain Beefheart and Radio Head. Reviewers of debut album Wonderful Darkness have also compared their sound to a blend of Joy Division and Sonic Youth.

If It Bleeds, Nihilanth, Frayed Ends BC, Microtonal and Stitch play the biggest local metal show of the summer!