Holding Back The Years

Holding Back The Years: The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute Experience

Sat, 29 Aug 2026

O2 City Hall Newcastle, Newcastle

Doors: 18:30Show: 19:30

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With meticulous attention to detail, Holding Back The Years deliver the world’s most authentic tribute to Simply Red.  With an amazing lead vocalist, backed by a band of world class musicians, this show fully captures the essence and era defining sounds of Mick Hucknall and Simply Red.
Expect an incredible musical journey and celebrate one of the greatest British soul bands of all time.  With a special guest appearance from award winning UB40 tribute band Rats in the Kitchen, you will not want to miss this truly memorable evening celebrating the iconic sounds of Simply Red and UB40.

With meticulous attention to detail, Holding Back The Years deliver the world’s most authentic tribute to Simply Red.  With an amazing lead vocalist, backed by a band of world class musicians, this show fully captures the essence and era defining sounds of Mick Hucknall and Simply Red.

Expect an incredible musical journey and celebrate one of the greatest British soul bands of all time.  With a special guest appearance from award winning UB40 tribute band Rats in the Kitchen, you will not want to miss this truly memorable evening celebrating the iconic sounds of Simply Red and UB40.

Disabled access

The City Hall has 6 seating areas available for every show for wheelchair users.  It is necessary for wheelchair seating to be booked in advance.  Please contact the box office on 0191 2612606.

Any customer booking a wheelchair seat will receive comprehensive information on access to the City Hall and it's facilities when booking.  Access to the box office is via College Street and is fully accessible.  There is no access to the Concert Bar and refreshment area for wheelchair users.  Where customers are unable to access these areas due to ambulatory difficulties, a drinks service is provided by the City Hall.  Members of staff are available and can take drink orders and arrange for then to be brought to the foyer/auditorium, on request.  There is no lift access to the balcony.  Accessible toilet available in the foyer.

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