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2026 sees the return of alternative rock band American Hi-Fi as they take their melodic rock, crunchy guitars and hook-driven songwriting out on the road for their ‘We’re F*cking Back Tour’.

Celebrating over 30 years in music, Jon B marks three decades since the release of his debut album Bonafide and a career that helped shape the sound of classic contemporary R’n’B. 

Known for timeless records including “They Don’t Know”, “Someone to Love”, “Are U Still Down” and “Pretty Girl”, Jon B continues to connect with audiences across generations through his signature blend of soul, R’n’B, live musicianship and heartfelt songwriting.

Few artists have left a mark on British Punjabi music quite like JK. Born and raised in Derby, JK emerged from a community-rooted musical culture to become one of the most iconic and enduring voices in the British South Asian music scene - a cult figure whose influence stretches far beyond the UK's borders.

GRAMMY-Award winning reggae artist Roy "Gramps" Morgan flavours reggae with dashes of country and soul crooning. 

Gramps will indeed appeal to fans of legendary artists such as Ken Boothe, Toots Hibbert, Jimmy Buffet and Kenny Chesney.

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So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Monday 18 May 2026. 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.

Nottingham-born, London-based singer Liam Bailey marks a new chapter with his latest studio album Shadow Town.

Shadow Town sees the singer reconnect with his roots as a songwriter, while drawing on the depth and range of a career that has quietly shaped British soul, reggae and electronic music for over two decades.

Xandria has been a leading force in symphonic metal for many years now, earning a legendary status of its own. After a long hiatus, they are now reborn in a powerful new form, stronger than ever, with the incredible new vocal sensation Ambre Vourvahis. Her astonishing range spans from rock to operatic vocals, taking Xandria's sound to a whole new level. With cinematic orchestrations and immersive atmospheres, Xandria transport their audience into an imaginary movie, bringing stories to life with captivating passion. This is an experience you simply cannot miss. 

Xandria has been a leading force in symphonic metal for many years now, earning a legendary status of its own. 

After a long hiatus, they are now reborn in a powerful new form, stronger than ever, with the incredible new vocal sensation Ambre Vourvahis. Her astonishing range spans from rock to operatic vocals, taking Xandria's sound to a whole new level. 

With cinematic orchestrations and immersive atmospheres, Xandria transport their audience into an imaginary movie, bringing stories to life with captivating passion. This is an experience you simply cannot miss. 

The Skinner Brothers are heading out on their biggest tour to date, bringing their huge live show to rooms across the UK. Expect packed-out venues, massive singalongs, chaos, emotion, and the kind of atmosphere that only happens when every single person in the crowd means it.

Every night on this tour is being built to feel special, with surprises planned, big moments throughout the set, and a setlist that celebrates everything that’s brought the band to this point so far.

Growing up on the beaches of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, Hannah Wicklund has always had music in her bones.

Through hard work and determination, she built her career on her own. Starting her band at just eight years old, 2026 sees Hannah hit the road with ‘The Red Gorilla Tour’.

Korean American singer and songwriter, NateWantsToBattle, known for official songs on franchises such as ‘Dragon Ball Super’ and ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’, heads out on his ‘Phantom Burial Tour’. Joining Nate on tour will be special guests Cam Steady and GENWUNNER.

Virtuoso guitarist, singer and songwriter Toby Lee heads out on his third UK headline tour with his brilliant band.

This is more than just a concert, this is a high-energy celebration of the golden era of 90s and early 00s R'n'B with a serious live band and vocals delivering rich harmonies, standout vocals, and undeniable presence. Backed by a top-tier outfit of keys, guitar, and a tight rhythm section, the sound is big, polished, and authentic.

If you love R'n'B, rap and hip hop, this is one show you don't want to miss. 

Rapper ArrDee has arguably already cemented himself in UK rap history, known for his energetic flow, sharp wordplay, and commanding live performances. 

ArrDee has earned a reputation for his high energy live shows, impressing both critics and fans with performances that balance hard hitting bangers with more introspective tracks. 

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Matilda Mann returns with her second album, Kismet, arriving little more than 18 months on from its powerful predecessor, Roxwell.

The stunning, eleven-song set was written from a place of peace and stability, pairing her innate emotional candour with doe-eyed soul-pop and tender folk, and offering listeners some much-needed escapism.

Over the years, Scottish band Twin Atlantic have carved out a reputation for emotionally charged songwriting and arena-ready choruses, shaped by both their DIY beginnings and years of relentless touring. 

The band’s willingness to experiment has long been informed by a wide range of influences, from the propulsive alt-rock intensity of Nirvana to the melodic sophistication of The Cure, and the modern pop-rock dynamism of Muse.

Eleine hit the road for their biggest headlining tour to date, no longer a rising star, they are a proven headlining powerhouse. 

This isn't just a concert; it’s an empowering experience, this tour is about raw energy, crushing riffs, and a dark immersive atmosphere only Eleine can deliver. 

They are bringing a new production to the stage with new and highly anticipated songs - harder, louder, and more empowering than anything they’ve ever done before. 

Cultivating a devoted following through a mystical and magnetic social media presence, Father Of Peace is here. Formed by childhood best friends Avshalom Ariel nd Tom Bollig in 2023, and joined by newest member May Alpert in 2025, the trio move as one, drawn toward something just beyond reach. 

They call it suncore: a sound that burns with live intensity while evoking deep mystery. Their music feels both ancient and immediate - raw, explosive, and melodic, built to be experienced as much as heard. 

Brighton trio Tigercub have carved a reputation as one of the most formidable and adventurous forces in contemporary rock. Made up of Jamie Hall on vocals and guitar, Jimi Wheelwright on bass, and James Allix on drums, join the group as they tour their latest release Nets to Catch the Wind. 

This record pushes the trio into expansive, textured territories, exploring dynamics, space, and emotion with more depth than ever before, resulting in an album that feels both immediate and transcendent.

Pop alchemist Allie X heads out on her ‘Serial Diva’ Tour, following the release of her 2025 album Happiness Is Going to Get You.

Happiness Is Going to Get You arrived as a cathartic deep breath following the intensity of Allie X’s visionary 2024 LP Girl With No Face. The ‘Serial Diva’ tour will spotlight each defining album in X’s vivid catalogue, a culmination of each of her distinctive eras, brought into the present aesthetic, like stepping into every version of her at once.

Infused with early 80s British experimentalism, Allie X's fourth album 'Girl With No Face' is a daring excavation of her identity. Becoming the solitary producer, writer, and creative voice for the first time in her career, the album is a maniacal journey into the mind of an artist who has spent years in isolation. Inspired by the technology and hedonism of the early 80’s new wave scene, the album’s analog-leaning songs are a series of stark contradictions: retro in feel but ultra-modern in subject matter, pointed, unpredictable yet danceable, approachable while delightfully menacing. 

German songwriter and producer and DJ Steve Witzlsperger aka STVW is one of the fastest rising artists within the new generation of dance music known for his energetic, yet melodic and emotional dance sound combined with elements from pop punk, emo and rock. 

His unique live performances with electric guitar undoubtedly make him the rockstar of the dance music scene. With his ‘PUNK RAVE LIVE Tour’, STVW has been bringing his high-energy show to iconic venues around the world. 

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London-based quintet XO, made up of Emmy, Shali, Summer, Reanna and Zoe, encapsulate the indefinable British spirit.

The first taster of what XO have been cooking up arrived at the start of 2025 in the shape of six-track debut EP, Fashionably Late. Six songs that show every aspect of the pop they're keen to deliver – feisty, unpolished, attitude-heavy, leftfield.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Thursday 28 May 2026. 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.

BLACKGOLD are one of the UK’s fastest-rising heavy acts, delivering a masked, high-impact take on modern nu metal built for big stages and bigger crowds. Blending big riffs, hip-hop flow, turntable textures and a high-voltage live presence, the anonymous UK collective have quickly carved out a reputation as a must-see act.Channelling the chaos and the attitude of classic nu metal through a contemporary lens, BLACKGOLD bridge generations of heavy fans while pulling in new audiences. With fast, loud, and unpredictable sets, their live show feels like a party. 

BLACKGOLD are one of the UK’s fastest-rising heavy acts, delivering a masked, high-impact take on modern nu metal built for big stages and bigger crowds. Blending big riffs, hip-hop flow, turntable textures and a high-voltage live presence, the anonymous UK collective have quickly carved out a reputation as a must-see act.

Channelling the chaos and the attitude of classic nu metal through a contemporary lens, BLACKGOLD bridge generations of heavy fans while pulling in new audiences. 

With fast, loud, and unpredictable sets, their live show feels like a party. 

British-born Nigerian spoken word artist Joshua Idehen provides a phenomenal sonic, poetic space with his album, I Know You’re Hurting, Everyone Is Hurting, Everyone Is Trying, You Have Got To Try. 

Idehen’s latest release is an urgent but transcendent collection that holds you through it all, filled with grief, euphoria and hope.  

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Five-piece alt-rock, indie band The Rosadocs are rapidly rising through the UK music scene, known for their heartfelt lyricism, powerful guitar-driven melodies, and arena-ready choruses.

Manchester five-piece The Guest List hit the road in support of their highly anticipated debut album Something Real. 

With Something Real, The Guest List take a definitive next step with a collection of songs bound by a shared urgency, to make sense of modern life, to connect, and above all, to say something truly honest.

Zimmer90 is an alternative electro-pop duo from Germany, consisting of best friends and creative partners Finn and Joscha. The duo blends soft, danceable beats with Joscha’s warm voice, creating a modern indie-pop sound.Their design-led vision merges music with immersive experiences, combining aesthetics and visual storytelling across digital content, live shows, and collaborations.

Zimmer90 is an alternative electro-pop duo from Germany, consisting of best friends and creative partners Finn and Joscha. The duo blends soft, danceable beats with Joscha’s warm voice, creating a modern indie-pop sound.

Their design-led vision merges music with immersive experiences, combining aesthetics and visual storytelling across digital content, live shows, and collaborations.

Balaam and The Angel celebrate the 40th Anniversary of their classic debut album The Greatest Story Ever Told with a UK tour.

Genesis Owusu is one of the most exciting and innovative voices to emerge from Australia in recent years. The Ghanaian-Australian artist broke through with his acclaimed albums Smiling with No Teeth and Struggler, earning multiple ARIA Awards and global praise for his genre-defying sound.

Blending neo-soul, synth punk, funk, and alt-pop, Owusu crafts bold, politically charged music that reflects the world around him while pushing sonic boundaries. His latest project, REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE, sees him at his most experimental and urgent yet delivering a powerful mix of resistance, introspection, and raw energy.

German metal band Soulbound take their heavy guitars and aggressive synths out on the road, as they team up with Swiss dark rock band Hell Boulevard for a co-headline tour.

Alternative metal band Ankor and modern rock four-piece Self Deception join forces as they head out on their ‘EU/UK Co-Headline Tour 2026’.

One of the most in-demand new live acts on the circuit, Bleech 9:3 have become a word-of-mouth wonder.

Bleech 9:3 have established a sound that’s as evocative as it is crunchy and in-your-face, deftly gliding between sharp, irrepressible melodies and heavy blasts of distortion whenever the mood demands. 

Professor Green returns with "Still At Your Inconvenience", a special run of shows celebrating 15 years of one of the defining eras in British rap.

Expect fan favourites from acclaimed second album At Your Inconvenience alongside hits from across his career.

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Curfew 3am

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Saturday 23 May 2026. 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.

Get ready for a massive night of country music and Nashville anthems with a live country band and DJs playing all the hits.

Expect to hear the music of Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Zac Brown Band, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Taylor Swift, Johnny Cash, Shania Twain, Chris Stapleton and loads more.

Melrose Avenue have quickly risen from a post-pandemic experiment to one of the most exciting heavy music acts in the world today. Born out of a cross-state collaboration in Australia, the band turned the limitations of lockdown into opportunity, building a global fanbase online before ever stepping foot on major stages. 

Their ability to merge heavy riffs with infectious hooks has made them not just a viral sensation, but a serious force in the international heavy music scene. Blending crushing breakdowns with soaring choruses, creating a sound that is both aggressive and anthemic, their music resonates with fans of modern metalcore while carving out a unique identity that sets them apart.

Quartet As Everything Unfolds’ head out on tour in support of their third full-length album ‘DID YOU ASK TO BE SET FREE?’, which grapples with the tightrope between a dream state and reality.

Germany-based metal band Obscura share the second of their trilogy concept, A Sonication, advanced, elegant, and yet refreshing, the album sums up past endeavours effortlessly as it gazes with purpose and conviction into the future.

Pet Shop Boys Actually deliver a night of pure synth-pop celebration, bringing the iconic sound and style of the Pet Shop Boys to life with spectacular energy.

This full production show features dazzling visuals alongside all the timeless hits, including “West End Girls”, “It’s a Sin”, “Always on My Mind”, “Go West” and many more. More than a tribute, it’s a full-scale homage to one of the most groundbreaking and stylish duos in pop history.

Whether you’re a longtime fan or simply love great music, this show offers an unforgettable experience packed with big songs and big production — all the Pet Shop Boys magic live on stage.

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.

British rock band Vent 414 is the project of Miles Hunt (The Wonder Stuff), Morgan Nicholls (Senseless Things) and Pete Howard (The Clash, EAT).

Existing for only two short years the band made one album, self-titled, now Vent 414 return to the road with a UK tour in support of new music.