O2 Institute2 Birmingham

Rock ‘n’ roll outfit The Sherlocks have become of the most exciting live bands over the last few years and now they return with their latest album Everything Must Make Sense!, the follow up to 2023’s People Like Me & You.

Daniel Cavanagh, former lead guitarist of Anathema, channels three decades of musical experience into his new band, Weather Systems. Join them on tour for their highly anticipated debut album Ocean Without A Shore.

Weather Systems will be joined by special guests, Haunt The Woods. 

The legend KRS-One embarks on his ‘Temple of Hip Hop Tour’, with classics like “Sound of da Police” and “MC’s Act Like They Don’t Know,”. 

KRS-One represents the essence of hip-hop straight from the golden era, with messages as powerful today as they were back then. 

Ska-punkers Less Than Jake's deeds are best measured in the smiles they've generated for life-long fans and new listeners alike. Their new material is stacked with loud guitars, booming bass, thundering drums, those distinct vocal harmonies, and the one-two punch of trombone and sax - which will all help keep those smiles tattooed on the faces of their fans.

Curfew: 23:00

Age Restrictions: 14+ (under 16s must be accompanied by a guardian)

Norwegian and American group Combichrist, an aggrotech and industrial metal band, 
continue to evolve and make significant strides in the music industry. Their influential status is affirmed by their relentless innovation, energy, and powerful live performances. 
In 2024, they released their tenth studio album, 'CMBCRST', showcasing their dynamic range and 
commitment to pushing genre boundaries.

Norwegian and American group Combichrist, an aggrotech and industrial metal band, continue to evolve and make significant strides in the music industry. Their influential status is affirmed by their relentless innovation, energy, and powerful live performances. 

In 2024, they released their tenth studio album, CMBCRST, showcasing their dynamic range and commitment to pushing genre boundaries.

Platinum artist Breland returns to Europe with the 'Truth Telling UK & EU Tour 2025', promising to offer fans an unforgettable experience.

Curfew 10pm

Indie rock band We Are Scientists bring their high-energy live performances out on the road.

Ever since forming in 2014, The Assist have had their finger on the pulse of how the modern generation consume music. Their soaring indie anthems are soaked with hip-hop-inflected beats, dance-tinged rhythms and emotive breakdowns. It’s this eclectic adventurism that has seen The Assist sell out venues across the UK.

Emerging from the dynamic streets of Conant Gardens in Detroit, Slum Village is not just a music group, but a close-knit brotherhood tied together by friendship and their shared musical passions. 

Established in the early 1990s by T3, Baatin, and the iconic J Dilla (also known as Jay Dee), the group quickly became a cornerstone in Detroit's hip-hop scene.

Formed in 1981, Yorkshire post-punk band The March Violets hit the road again following the release of their 2024 album ‘Crocodile Promises’.

GRAMMY-nominated husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, The War And Treaty have emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music.

Curfew: 23:00

Tattooed, rural, and blue-collar country duo Lakeview, Jesse Denaro and Luke Healy, head out on their ‘Blue Collar Country’ headline tour. 

The breakout duo have carved their own, niche lane in the country genre, thanks to a hard-charging, signature sound that effortlessly bridges the gap between metal-core and mainstream country. 

Since their emergence in 2021, ten56. has cemented itself as a prominent force in modern metal. Fusing raw aggression, crushing production, and an outstanding stage presence, the band has continuously pushed past boundaries. After leaving a lasting impact with their acclaimed debut album Downer, ten56. is gearing up with even more devastating second record Pig.

Hailing from Pakistan, alternative rock band Bayaan are known for their evocative sound and heartfelt lyrics.

With a decade of musical evolution, Bayaan continues to captivate audiences with their authentic sound and storytelling.

Southern-born, alternative R'n'B artist Mereba's The Breeze Grew a Fire is a powerful testament to self-discovery, transformation, and the steadying force of love. 

With lush, folk-infused production and deeply personal storytelling, Breeze is an intimate reflection on growth, kinship, and the beauty of surrendering to life’s ever-changing currents.

Australian singer and songwriter grentperez has mastered his own genre of pop music: carefree but soulful, offbeat but refined, escapist but unforgettably sincere.

The Sydney-born musician has morphed from a bedroom-pop sensation to an undeniable creative force, endlessly matching his playful charm and sophisticated vocal talents with a truly unbridled imagination.

Hailing from New York City, acclaimed band Fun Lovin’ Criminals are one of the most enduring acts to emerge from a melting pot of pop culture and music in the nineties with a singular style that continues to mesmerize fans around the world. 

The band has a reputation for being a must-see live act and have committed to performing energetic shows featuring new songs, deep cuts and their classic hits, including “Scooby Snacks”.

Four-piece indie band The Crane Wives epitomise the evolving landscape of indie folk. Their harmony-dense melodies support deeply resonant lyrics, exploring the vulnerable and ugly sides of the human condition. Expect a high-energy performance charged with emotion and technical skill.

Just so you know, this show was moved to Birmingham Town Hall on the same date, but all original tickets will still be valid. If you’ve got tickets already, your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

Post-punk luminaries Theatre of Hate are embarking on a very special UK tour in which they will perform their seminal debut album Westworld, live and in full, for the very first time.

British-Iraqi hip hop artist Lowkey showcases his bars and lyrical craft as he heads out on his ‘Soundtrack to the Struggle Tour’.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Saturday 3 May 2025. If you’ve already got tickets, they’ll still be valid, so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Wednesday 12 March 2025 at O2 Academy2 Birmingham. If you’ve already got tickets, they’ll still be valid, so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

Norfolk based five-piece Bad Touch hit the stage with their dual-guitar, dirty rock and soul sound.

Dublin-based band Somebody’s Child are a rising force in modern rock, known for their dynamic sound and raw, heartfelt songwriting. 

Determined to evolve beyond indie-rock conventions, Somebody’s Child are constantly pushing their creative boundaries. Their second album, When Youth Fades Away sees them exploring new sonic territory, embracing change both sonically and thematically and reflecting on the realities of growing older - not with nostalgia, but with a hunger for reinvention. 

Despite their name, the LA-formed indie punk band aren't known for forays into the uplifting.

The quintet have instead made hay on the backs of a string of beloved albums including 2015’s Giant Sings The Blues and 2020’s Brave Faces Everyone. Lauded by critics and fans alike for their richly personal, no-holds-barred lyricism awash in existential dead, hyper-personal cultural ruminations and attempts to answer life’s big questions.

Curfew: 23:00

Since 1985, The Wedding Present have had eighteen UK Top 40 hit singles; not bad for a group that has, from its inception, stubbornly refused to play the record industry’s game. That pioneering spirit has been at the core of the band’s philosophy throughout. From George Best onwards, the band has charted an appealing, if often eccentric, course of its very own. Join The Wedding Present on tour as they celebrate 40 years of existence.

South London’s Dan Whitlam is a rising luminary in the world of music with his soulful voice, rap, spoken word and poignant lyrics, weaving a tapestry of emotions through his magnetic presence.

Canadian folk music duo Ocie Elliott head out on their UK tour with their gentle acoustic sound layered over complimentary voices, intertwined with harmonies.

Join The Subways in celebrating their 20th anniversary as a band, as well as their debut album Young For Eternity, as they head out on their 'The Subways For Eternity' tour.

Hailing from Kingston, Jamaica, rising reggae artist Jah Lil’s music is defined by its depth, soulfulness and conscious messages. 

Following his 2024 album Can a Man Cry, Jah Lil stays true to his mission of inspiring hope, love and resilience through reggae. 

Curfew: 23:00

Age Restriction: 14+ (Under 16s need a guardian)

Formed in 2007, quartet The Summer Set, known for their honest lyrics and signature brand of feel-good pop, return with their latest album Meet Me At The Record Store.

Curfew: 23:00

Nemo won music lovers’ hearts with their outstanding stage performance of “The Code” at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 in Malmö, Sweden. Nemo’s energetic show and stage presence, carried by a unique voice and their warm likable attitude, effortlessly captivated the audience and made it Switzerland's first Eurovision title since 1988 (Celine Dion).

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Friday 28 March 2025. If you’ve already got tickets, they’ll still be valid, so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

Mercury Prize nominated South London five-piece Turin Brakes return with their tenth studio album Spacehopper, their first new music in over three years.

Singer and songwriter Sadie Jean heads out on tour in support of her debut album Early Twenties Torture, a more energetic sound compared to much of her previous work. Lyrically and thematically, it captures the raw, honest emotions of her early 20s—relationships, friendships, and the growing pains many of us face along the way. 

Making emotionally charged music written and recorded in the backwoods of northern Vermont, nothing,nowhere. is the multi-genre project of Joseph Mulherin. 

The artist blends the raw emotion of emo rap with the haunting melodies of acoustic guitars, with nostalgic nods to 80s synth pop.

Dub FX and Woodnote head out on tour in celebration of their collaborative album Open Secrety Society, which embodies the idea of challenging boundaries, awakening consciousness, and uniting people through sound.

AC/DC, arguably the greatest rock band of all time, are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from professional musicians who share the love of this legendary live act. They deliver a critically-acclaimed 'High Voltage' two-hour rock’n’roll set with not only cannons and a full bank of Marshall amps, but a journey that takes fans from one of the best-selling albums of all time, Back in Black through to the 2020 release PWR UP, with a healthy dose of classics from the Bon Scott era.The Live/Wire show combines the vocal power of Podge Blacksmith as Brian Johnson, the virtuoso talent of Simon Davies as Angus Young and rhythmic accuracy of Dan Mosley as Malcolm Young. The line-up is completed by Eddie Clark as bassist Cliff Williams and Paul Alwin combining the groove of Phil Rudd and thunderous energy of Chris Slade on drums.

AC/DC, arguably the greatest rock band of all time, are brought to life by Live/Wire with the true passion you would expect from professional musicians who share the love of this legendary live act. They deliver a critically-acclaimed 'High Voltage' two-hour rock’n’roll set with not only cannons and a full bank of Marshall amps, but a journey that takes fans from one of the best-selling albums of all time, Back in Black through to the 2020 release PWR UP, with a healthy dose of classics from the Bon Scott era.

The Live/Wire show combines the vocal power of Podge Blacksmith as Brian Johnson, the virtuoso talent of Simon Davies as Angus Young and rhythmic accuracy of Dan Mosley as Malcolm Young. The line-up is completed by Eddie Clark as bassist Cliff Williams and Paul Alwin combining the groove of Phil Rudd and thunderous energy of Chris Slade on drums.

So you know, this show will be rescheduled. Don't worry though, all tickets will be valid for the new date so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.