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King of Caribbean comedy Oliver Samuels is back with the new Blockbuster special for Black History Month ‘Di Prodigal Pickney’.

‘Di Prodigal Pickney’ is a heartfelt tale inspired by the biblical story of the Prodigal Son, exploring themes of forgiveness, acceptance, and the enduring bonds of family.

Written by Oliver himself, this hilarious new comedy promises non-stop laughter from start to finish. With a formidable supporting cast featuring Tesfa Edwards, and Karen Harriot. This is one you don't want to miss.

Grab a ticket and join us for a night of unforgettable jokes, big belly laughs, and classic Caribbean vibes.

Curfew 4am

Hailing from Alabama, The Red Clay Strays head out on their 'Get Right Europe Tour'. 

With a sound straddling fiery Southern rock riffs, tender-hearted soul music, and tried-and-true country crooning, the Strays have become one of the most sought-after acts in country and rock circles. 

Ohio quartet The Plot In You return to the UK joined by Connecticut metalcore innovators Currents, post-hardcore band Saosin and Louisiana four-piece Cane Hill.

Canadian multi-instrumentalist, producer, singer and songwriter Mac DeMarco is back with a string of live shows across the UK, marking the release of his latest release Guitar.

Electrifying Los Angeles trio Palaye Royale are back with their latest studio album Death or Glory.

Death Of Glory may see Palaye Royale fully embrace the giddy recklessness of their celebrated live show, but there’s a lot of heart behind the album as well. Each song on the album is meticulously crafted, showcasing the band's profound connection.

Brighton-based alternative musician and multidisciplinary creative James Marriott heads out on his 2025 UK Tour.

Just so you know, this show was moved from O2 Institute Birmingham 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.

Formed in 2000, American rock band Brand New head back out on the road on their UK tour.

South London singer, songwriter and cultural powerhouse Joy Crookes returns with her second album Juniper.

A stunningly candid and fearless body of work, Crookes delivers a record that is both emotionally raw and sonically rich; humorous, heartbreaking and profoundly human.

Electronic music pioneer, revered songwriter and renowned musician, Gary Numan heads out on his UK tour to celebrate the 45th anniversary of his seminal album Telekon.

Performing the album live in its entirety, fans can expect to hear classic tracks "We Are Glass", "I Die: You Die" and "This Wreckage", along with a selection of greatest hits from across his iconic back catalogue. 

Iconic rap duo Black Star – made up of Yasiin Bey (fka Mos Def) and Talib Kweli – return to celebrate 30 years in music, performing hits from their debut album Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star and sophomore album No Fear Of Time.

Emerging London-based singer and songwriter Arthur Hill welcomes us into the whimsical world of his ‘Stella Artour UK Headline Tour’.  

Arthur’s undeniably entertaining personality, accompanied with his eclectic blend of indie/pop sounds, certifies him as a must see artist.

Curfew: 23:00

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

English singer and songwriter dodie hits the road with her first new music since the release of her 2022 Hot Mess EP.

One of the most influential artists of his generation, Lil Tracy is renowned for his ability to blend hip-hop with emo, punk and alternative music. Having accumulated billions of streams and over 4 million records sold, Tracy looks to build on his already prolific career with two new projects in 2025 and his first ever world tour.

Curfew: 23:00

Age Restrictions

Standing: 14+

Seated: 8+ (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult & seated) 

Musician, writer, producer and actor, Loyle Carner heads out on tour with his latest album hopefully !, a life-affirming exploration of fatherhood, childhood and alternative music.

Musician, writer, producer and actor, Loyle Carner heads out on tour with his latest album hopefully !, a life-affirming exploration of fatherhood, childhood and alternative music.

Iconic British duo Rizzle Kicks, made up of Jordan Stephens and Harley Sulé, head out on their UK headline tour in support of their latest album, Competition Is For Losers, their first new album in 12 years. 

Their album, Competition Is For Losers, sees Rizzle Kicks return to the pop music space sober, both in love and equipped with life lessons, self-awareness and maturity they've built on separately, all the while retaining their sense of humour and humanity that always set them apart from other artists.

British music icon and trailblazer Dizzee Rascal hits UK stages once again with the ‘We Want Bass Tour’, a no-holds-barred celebration of bass, beats, and raw energy.

From grime bangers to chart-topping anthems, Dizzee is primed to deliver a career-spanning set filled with classic cuts and new surprises and promises to be a must-see for fans old and new.

After months of speculation, Babyshambles return after eleven long years with shows this autumn and winter.

The tour coincides with the 20th anniversary of Babyshambles’ much-loved, critically lauded debut album Down In Albion. 

One of the most talked-about groups in the world, Kneecap, are mobilising a generation in moshpits and on dancefloors, in fields and in clubs with their undeniably exhilarating tunes. 

Kneecap’s message and mode of unity, community, collective action and the power of raving, punk, and rap, is all underscored with a revolutionary sound, and blistering live performances that have built a global wave of fans unified in the joy of solidarity.

Fast-rising breakout artist Alessi Rose heads out on ‘The Voyeur Tour’ in support of the self-made star’s latest EP Voyeur.

International pop star. Writer of songs. Fearer of bugs. Girlboss of the Very Sexy CMAT Band. Once, twice, three times a loser at 2024’s BRITs, Mercury Music Prize and Ivors. Heading out on the 'It's the Euro-Country Tour!' with newest album Euro-Country, which will rectify these errors.

Just so you know, this show was moved from O2 Institute Birmingham on Thursday 16 October 2025 and Thursday 23 October 2025, 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.

Bob Vylan hit the road  for the 'We Won't Go Quietly' tour, with their searingly original blend of punk, hip hop and grime influences resonating louder and more widely than ever before.

Manchester art-rock band Everything Everything head out on tour in celebration of the tenth anniversary of their third album ‘Get To Heaven’, which features hit singles “Distant Past”, “No Reptiles” and “Regret”.

Multi-platinum rock giants Three Days Grace return to the UK for a string of shows with support from American rock band, Badflower.

The Canadian quartet balance moments of extreme emotion on an axis of pummeling hard rock anthems and pensive balladry, with hits including “Home”, “Just Like You” and “Animal I Have Become”.

Cian Ducrot returns with his second album Little Dreaming, the follow up to 2023’s debut Victory.

Little Dreaming sees the singer showcase dazzling ‘70s and ‘80s-tinged sounds –– all the while baring his soul through heartfelt, authentic songwriting.

Curfew: 23:00

Age Restrictions

Standing: 14+

Seated: 8+ (Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult & seated)

Recognized as one of the best rock acts of the modern era, Clutch celebrate their 1995 self-titled album with a tour, where the band will play the record in sequence and in its entirety.

Production, staging and lighting will be designed to enhance the vibe of this groundbreaking release as the band bring this unique show to the stage.

Curfew: 23:00

Age Restrictions

Standing: 14+

Seated: 8+ (under 14s must be accompanied by an adult 18+)

Birmingham four-piece The Clause bring together the swagger of the 60s, the rolling groove of the 80s and the riotous verve and attitude of the 90s.

The group effortlessly combine huge hooks with gritty verses, indie sensibilities, rhythm and blues groove and melodies, to create an altogether different beast. 

Formed 2004 in Birmingham, comprising of vocalist Phil Etheridge, bassist Jon Watkin, guitarist Stu Hartland and drummer ‘Grandmaster’ Ash Sheehan, The Twang are one of the seminal indie bands of the mid 2000’s.

The Twang's reputation as a must-see live act has solidified their status as one of the UK's most beloved indie bands. The shows are legendary for their high energy and the connection they forge with their die-hard loyal following.

This sought-after daytime clubbing experience, exclusively for those over the age of 30, will bring its high-energy party atmosphere, spectacular production, world-class sound and lighting, top live DJs, confetti blasters, Co2 cannons, UV glow sticks, and much more.

2025 saw singer and songwriter Mariah The Scientist release one of the biggest R’n’B hits of the year “Burning Blue”, alongside her latest album Hearts Sold Separately, her most influential work to date.

The Russian and British heavy metal beasts Slaughter To Prevail head out on ‘The Grizzly Winter Tour 2026’ in celebration of their latest album Grizzly. 

Joining Slaughter To Prevail on this unmissable run are death metal masters Dying Fetus, deathcore titans Suicide Silence and British deathcore pioneers, Annotations Of An Autopsy.

Alt-pop duo Magdalena Bay head out on their ‘Imaginal Mystery Tour’ in support of their 2024 album Imaginal Disk.

Iconic DJ and producer Fatboy Slim returns with his ‘Acid Ballroom’ UK headline tour, celebrating four decades of music as he continues to delight and entertain the masses.

Iconic DJ and producer Fatboy Slim returns with his ‘Acid Ballroom’ UK headline tour, celebrating four decades of music as he continues to delight and entertain the masses.

Australian indie rock trio DMA’S are heading back to the UK to celebrate the 10th anniversary of their breakthrough debut album Hills End with a special anniversary tour. 

Released in 2016, Hills End launched DMA’S onto the international stage, with career-defining tracks such as “Delete,” “Lay Down,” “Too Soon,” and “Step Up The Morphine” blending Britpop-influenced melodies and raw, anthemic energy. 

The DMA’S ‘Hills End 10-Year Anniversary Tour’ will see the band perform the debut album in full. Including tracks never performed live before, alongside a selection of fan favourites spanning their career. 

Lorna Shore are back with their European and UK headline tour, joined by some of modern metal’s heaviest hitters Whitechapel, Shadow of Intent and Humanity’s Last Breath. 

Hot off the momentum of their latest album I Feel The Everblack Festering Within Me, Lorna Shore continue to push boundaries and redefine what modern extreme metal can be. Their recent shows have cemented their reputation as one of the most vital and ambitious forces in the genre today.

2025 sees Maxïmo Park's beloved debut album A Certain Trigger turn 20 years old. The band will be celebrating the anniversary by performing songs from A Certain Trigger and their greatest hits across the UK. 

A Certain Trigger has installed itself as a scene staple, and a curiosity of the 2000s that packs as much power today as it did 20 years ago. 

Formed in Glasgow, influential post-rock band Mogwai have defined their own musical genre, building a loyal following by staying true to their sound and their roots.

Mogwai has partnered with PLUS1 to support War Child. £1.20 from every ticket sold will help War Child to protect, educate, and stand up for the rights of children affected by war. https://www.warchild.org.uk/

After multiple sold-out tours, Punk Rock Factory are back and bringing their biggest and wildest tour yet, ‘We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat!’ with support from The Bottom Line.    

Hot on the heels of their latest album All Hands On Deck, get ready for massive singalongs, non-stop energy, and full-throttle punk covers like never before. If you thought their last tours were wild, this one’s an absolute monster.

The mighty Airbourne are back in the game with the band’s first new music in six years, bristling with attitude and intent, this is Airbourne on steroids and ready to take on the world.

Ska-punk veterans and live-show ringmasters Less Than Jake are bringing the party back to the UK with their headline ‘Winter Circus Tour 2026’.

Promising a full-throttle night of punk anthems, brass blasts, and big energy, the tour will also feature an all-star supporting cast of The Bouncing Souls, The Aquabats! and The Bar Stool Preachers.

Multi-platinum award-winning singer and songwriter Jordan Davis returns to the UK with his ‘Ain’t Enough Road Tour’, with special guests Avery Anna and Solon Holt.

Multi-platinum award-winning singer and songwriter Jordan Davis returns to the UK with his ‘Ain’t Enough Road Tour’, with special guests Avery Anna and Solon Holt.

Just so you know, this show was moved O2 Institute Birmingham 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.

Franz Ferdinand return with their sixth studio album, The Human Fear, coursing with an energy that makes you feel very much alive.

Maybe this is a set of songs about fear. Maybe this is just a set of bangers from an era-defining band continuing their unquestionably living legacy. Is that something to be afraid of?

The Vaccines return with their 2026 UK tour to mark the 15th anniversary of the release of their iconic debut album, What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?. The tour will see the band perform the album in full, alongside a selection of fan favourites from their wider catalogue.

Joining The Vaccines will be special guests, Brigitte Calls Me Baby.

Lower East Side native sombr exudes staying power with his remarkable aural instincts and an insatiability for experimenting with new sounds.

In 2010, Scouting For Girls amplified the success of their self-titled debut album with their follow-up Everybody Wants To Be On TV, which featured hits including “This Ain’t A Love Song” and “Posh Girls”.

Now Scouting For Girls commemorate the album’s 15th anniversary with a special celebratory tour which will see them mix songs from the album with all of their biggest hits.

Norwegian pop powerhouse Sigrid returns to stage with her ‘There’s Always More That I Could Say UK and Europe Tour’ in support of her third studio album There’s Always More That I Could Say. An album that moves between dizzy infatuation, heartbreak and raw reflection, all carried by Sigrid’s soaring vocals and fearless pop instincts.

GRAMMY-winning Brooklyn native Leon Thomas seamlessly bridges the worlds of music, acting and production. 

2025 sees the artist release MUTT Deluxe: HEEL, a bold continuation of his sophomore album MUTT. HEEL delivers a fearless blend of psychedelic R’n’B, rock textures and soul, with new collaborations from Kehlani, Big Sean and Halle. 

One of the most influential British bands, Echo & The Bunnymen embark on a major nationwide tour for 2026. ‘The Very Best of Echo & The Bunnymen 1978-2026’ will celebrate the songs that have brought the group twenty top 20 hits and nine top 20 albums spanning across their legendary career.

Ahead of the 35th anniversary of their classic album Pills ‘n’ Thrills And Bellyaches, the Happy Mondays head out on their 22-date UK tour.

Happy Mondays will perform the album’s highlights, including the massive hit singles, “Step On”, “Kinky Afro” and “Loose Fit”, in addition to other hits and fan favourites, such as “24 Hour Party People”, “Hallelujah”, “Judge Fudge” and “W.F.L.”.  

Iconic Polish rock band Lady Pank are known for their energetic performances and timeless hits, remaining a staple in the Polish music scene. Their music blends rock with new wave and pop influences, making them a beloved band across generations.

One of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century, GRAMMY nominated Skillet head out on their European tour.

Stewart D’Arrietta and his band bring this rousing celebration of the late legendary Cohen’s best loved music, poetry and stories of his life.

World class musicians offer gutsy and imaginative arrangements of the great singer and songwriter’s most powerful works, driven by D’Arrietta’s raw vocals. This is Cohen’s music as you’ve never heard it before.

American alt-rock four piece Rainbow Kitten Surprise head out on tour in support of their latest album bones, the follow up to 2024’s Love Hate Music Box.

Florida-born multidisciplinary artist Ethel Cain extends her sold out ‘Willoughby Tucker Forever tour’ in support of her latest album Willoughby Tucker, I Will Always Love You.

Since forming in 2022, The Luke Combs Experience has taken the country tribute world by storm.

Paying tribute to the country music legend with raw but warm vocals, spot on mannerisms and authentic musicianship from the band, the show brings you the closest you will get to seeing the award winning superstar.

Since forming in Metro Detroit, Michigan in 2013, metalcore and post-hardcore outfit I Prevail have enjoyed vast amounts of critical and commercial success. 

The band return with their fourth album Violent Nature, the band have taken that to the next level, marking vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe’s first foray as the only singer of the band, tackling both clean and unclean vocals. 

Welcome, then, to the new era of I Prevail. Not only is this the best version of the band to date, but it bristles with intention, passion and energy.

Doing it for the love of music, legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop are returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album Based On A True Story.

The 51 dates across Australia, Aotearoa, Europe and UK will be Freddy’s first shows following the sudden death of founding band member Chris ‘MU’ Faiumu. The band is united in its decision to continue with this long-planned tour. 

Based On A True Story was independently released in 2005, an album of 10 fresh slices of future funk, with surprises, fakes & freaky sidesteps. 

Hailing from South-East London, nine-piece Jamaican rhythm and blues band The Dualers head back out on tour in support of their latest album Beach Life.