O2 Academy Islington

Canadian four-piece Arm’s Length return with their second album There’s A Whole World Out There, with moments of delicate, tender nuance and designed to be played loud.

Curfew 10pm

Two mighty forces of Symphonic and Power Metal join together for a spectacular live offensive: Warkings and Visions Of Atlantis are setting sail — or better yet, hitting the road — under the banner of ‘Pirates & Kings’.

When the unstoppable energy of the warriors of Warkings meets the majestic power and yearning spirit of the privateers from Visions Of Atlantis, an epic concert experience is guaranteed.

Both bands will not only bring their latest albums to the stage but also unleash a bombastic live spectacle packed with anthems, stories, and pure metal spirit.

Founded in 2002, Polish rock band Strachy na Lachy by Pidżama Porno members Krzysztof "Grabaż" Grabowski and Andrzej "Kozak" Kozakiewicz. Created to explore a different, softer musical style, incorporating elements of alternative rock and folk, the band are recognized for their unique sound and lyrics that often contain deep social and emotional messages.

Ohio-based death metal band Sanguisugabogg return with their latest album Hideous Aftermath, the follow up to their 2023 full length Homicidal Ecstasy.

British boyband December 10 head out with their show ‘Introducing!’, a series of live dates across the UK and Ireland. Marking their live debut, the shows will see them perform up close and personal, delivering stripped-back sets in intimate venues.

 Formed on camera during Netflix’s docuseries ‘Simon Cowell: The Next Act’, there’s a high level of lovability coursing throughout the band; they’re funny, chaotic, and very, very excited.

British boyband December 10 head out with their show ‘Introducing!’, a series of live dates across the UK and Ireland. Marking their live debut, the shows will see them perform up close and personal, delivering stripped-back sets in intimate venues.

Formed on camera during Netflix’s docuseries ‘Simon Cowell: The Next Act’, there’s a high level of lovability coursing throughout the band; they’re funny, chaotic, and very, very excited.

Born and raised In Chicago, Illinois, Shawn James fuses folk, blues, R’n’B, gospel, rock and all things in between to create his signature sound. 

The main constant amongst all the genres would be that it’s all done with emotion, feeling, heart and a lotta soul.

Just so you know, this show was moved from O2 Kentish Town Forum 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.

With ancestral soul and global ambition, Nigerian-born brothers, The Cavemen, create music that feels both rooted and radical, as modern torchbearers of highlife, blending tradition with innovation to globalize highlife music. 

Their sound is a living archive: lush, layered, and steeped in tradition, yet unapologetically forward. 

US and French Canadian-based melodic death metal syndicate KATAKLYSM deliver unapologetic waves of powerful sound as they head out on their latest tour ‘Freedom or Death’.

KATAKLYSM are joined by special guests, Polish death metal titans, VADER and Norwegian death metal kings, Blood Red Throne.

Hailing from Zurich, Singer and songwriter Eileen Alister writes songs about raw emotion and experiences, blending traditional and modern elements.

Born in Banchory, Aberdeenshire and based in Edinburgh, Calum Bowie is renowned for his charismatic on-stage presence and the energy he brings to his live shows, where audiences sing every song back word-for-word.

Meet Naethan Apollo, a storyteller and world-builder on the verge of something legendary. 

Tales From Cazilor: Wyldflowers is part concept record, part DIY musical, and part animated series in-the-making. It's like nothing you'll hear this year, or maybe ever. It’s a bold and wildly entertaining album that delivers tracks that go as hard as anything in the alternative scene today. Standouts like “Run Away”, “Go! Go! Go!” and the title track showcases Apollo’s knack for humor and high-stakes, singalong hooks. He weaves rap, folk, rock, and spoken-word to create something entirely his own.

Northern California-raised, Nashville-rooted Tyler Rich and genre-defying singer, songwriter, and performer Danny Worsnop join forces for this co-headline show.

Japanese powerhouse Crystal Lake join forces with American metalcore band Miss May I for their European co-headline tour.

They will be joined by special guests, Great American Ghost and Diesect.

Ekoh is not like anything you have heard before, with his true emotional lyrics along with hard-hitting delivery, intricate production, and a high energy live show.

A song writer who can blur the lines between genres to create a truly amazing music experience. Blending hip hop with alt rock and everything in-between, Ekoh has a sound that will appeal to almost any music listener. 

German hard rock guitarist, Axel Rudi Pell began his musical career with Steeler before leaving in 1988 to pursue a solo career. During this time, he has worked with drummers such as Jörg Michael and Mike Terrana, and singers including Charlie Huhn, Johnny Gioeli of Hardline, Jeff Scott Soto and Rob Rock.

Pell often states that his music revolves around a knight in shining armour embarking on various adventures. Each album contains a new quest, with songs told as separate stories. 

Fleetwood Bac recreate the sound, the look, the mystical atmosphere of Fleetwood Mac.

The Fleetwood Bac show focuses on the Rumours era of the band, whilst also featuring several songs from the Peter Green days along with some of Stevie’s biggest solo hits. 

Curfew 10pm

Infected Rain return with their most visceral and unpredictable tour yet: The Mutation Phase Tour. Offering fans a raw, unfiltered experience that will not repeat, expect tracks from across their discography, alongside whispers of new material surfacing.

Joining them as co-headliners are Las Vegas metal powerhouse Butcher Babies, renowned for their aggressive style and high-octane performances.

Support comes from Lithuania’s Black Spikes, who bring their heavier modern metal sound and striking stage presence to the tour.

Famed for blistering live performances and exceptional musicianship, Grade 2 bring the raw power of old school punk to a new generation. Their uncompromising ethos of punk with the howl of contemporary injustice, personal identity and frustrations of Gen-Z youth, authentically told by three lads with punk coursing through their veins. 

After a five-year break, Magic 8-Ball marks Gazpacho’s return with eight new tracks built around the idea of fate. 

Widely regarded as one of the most innovative acts in modern progressive music, Gazpacho have carved out a cult following with their unique blend of art rock and cinematic storytelling. From their critically acclaimed 2007 masterpiece Night to 2014’s hauntingly beautiful Demon, the band has consistently pushed the boundaries of progressive music. 

Formed in late 2012 by vocalist Matt James and drummer Nathan Gillis, Blacktop Mojo’s fiery blend of sludgy grooves, classic rock guitar riffs, and southern metal shredding falls somewhere between Soundgarden, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and ZZ Top to form a sound deemed by some as ‘Texas Grunge’. 

The music draws on a multitude of genres and styles to form a hodgepodge of dirty, heavy rock and roll mixed with sensual and at times even, carnal blues. 

Celebrating two of punk rock’s most beloved bands, Slam Dunk are proud to present a live tribute special to NOFX and Rancid.

As part of 20th anniversary celebrations for the festival and the 25th anniversary of the OG Slam Dunk club night, Slam Dunk are bringing together two high-energy tribute acts for a special UK tour. With Slam Dunk DJ sets before, in between, and after each band, you can expect a non-stop night built on nostalgia, chaos, and pure punk spirit. 

You grew up with it. Now dance to it.90s Greek nostalgia that raised us. Eurovision anthems that made history. Greece and Cyprus. All our memories. All generations. One dancefloor. And of course… a special Eurovision Eve celebration.On the decks with a one of a kind show: TRASHFORMERS. The songs that brought together friends, homes, and generations. From the 90s to the 00s. From guilty pleasures to pure bangers.Special guest – to be announced

You grew up with it. Now dance to it.

90s Greek nostalgia that raised us. Eurovision anthems that made history. Greece and Cyprus. All our memories. All generations. One dancefloor. And of course… a special Eurovision Eve celebration.

On the decks with a one of a kind show: TRASHFORMERS. The songs that brought together friends, homes, and generations. From the 90s to the 00s. From guilty pleasures to pure bangers.

Special guest – to be announced

Curfew 2am

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.

Formed in Florida in 2018, Magnolia Park, made up of vocalist Joshua Roberts, guitarists Tristan Torres and Freddie Criales, drummer Joe Horsham and bassist Vincent Ernst, have repeatedly proven themselves to be one of the most exciting and forward-thinking groups in the underground. 

Spinning a chameleonic, genre-spanning sound that incorporates punk, hard rock, hip-hop and metalcore into a dizzying, multisensory experience. 

Death To All operates as a tribute to the original band Death, early pioneers of the famous Florida death metal sound.

The backbone of Death To All comprises original Death members: the legendary drummer Gene Hoglan (Dark Angel, Dethklok), bass beast Steve DiGiorgio (Testament, Sadus), guitarist Bobby Koelble (Death), joined by singer and guitarist Max Phelps (Exist, Cynic). 

Death To All pays tribute to Death's entire catalogue, with performances including material from albums; Scream Bloody Gore, Leprosy, Spiritual Healing and many more.

Entering their third decade as a premier touring act, Limehouse Lizzy continues to dominate stages worldwide, keeping the legacy of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his legendary band, Thin Lizzy, alive. Known for their energetic performances and unwavering attention to detail, Limehouse Lizzy has become an equally dominant force on the live classic Rock circuit.

Get ready for a night of music with Too Much Too Young, a high-octane, two-hour theatre experience that takes audiences on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that shaped generations.

Prepare to be transported back in time with hits from the likes of Madness, The Specials, The Beat, Bad Manners, The Selecter and more.

Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering the magic of ska for the first time, this nostalgic trip to the 1970s and 1980s will have you dancing all night long.

Get ready for a high-octane celebration of Eminem’s legendary music as The Eminem Experience brings his greatest hits to life like never before. This immersive production blends the raw intensity of live hip-hop with next-level musical craftsmanship for a night fans will never forget.

A unique live performance of Eminem’s Greatest hits - from “Lose Yourself” and “The Real Slim Shady” to fan favourites and deep classics. This is a full-scale hip-hop experience, not your average tribute event.

Canadian four-piece Kittie make their return with their latest album Fire, lifting elements from every album in Kittie's catalogue. Thirteen years away has sees the band’s growth in songwriting, arranging, lyrical content and vocal melodies, creating something monstrous and volatile.

A full-sensory plunge into the world of WITCHZ, experience the collision of music, visuals and high-voltage connection on his 2026 world tour.

WITCHZ moves through sound like a shadow with his breathy vocals and dark bass, conjuring his music into a signature hypnotic rhythm from another realm. 

T.Rextasy, the world’s only official live tribute to Marc Bolan & T.Rex present the 48th Commemorative Anniversary Concert, expect to hear their hits including “Love to Boogie”, “Telegram Sam” and “20th Century Boy”.

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Monday 26 January 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.

Legendary AZ heads out on his ‘Doe or Die 30th Anniversary Tour’, celebrating three decades of his debut release Doe or Die, an album that cemented his status with street narratives, lyrical finesse, and timeless production.

Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.

Beatles Complete are one of the closest things you will get to the unbridled joy of seeing the young Beatles when they first lit up the world. They can’t promise all the screaming and tears from the 1960’s but they can give you a host of classic songs brilliantly performed by a band who are becoming a force to be reckoned with in the Beatle world.

This show is not to be missed by all Beatles fans performed by a band who are quickly making a name for themselves due to their musical prowess, boundless energy and easy Liverpool wit. 

Get ready for leading rock tribute act The Doors Alive, widely regarded as the closest and most enthralling representation of the legendary 1960s band, The Doors. 

The four-piece perform The Doors’ classic hits including "Light My Fire", "When The Music’s Over", "Riders On The Storm" and many more, recreating the sound, look and presence of a real Doors concert.

L.A. Guns return with their 15th studio album Leopard Skin, which follows 2023’s Black Diamonds. 

True to their form, L.A. Guns bring a hard-and-heavy, tough-as-nails set. But the music also presents the band at their funkiest, rowdiest, most classic-rock-worshipping best. And it’s clear they’re having a lot of fun playing it.

Just Radiohead are one of the UK’s leading Radiohead tribute, replicating and performing the astonishing music of one the nation’s most influential, versatile, and talented bands. 

Showcasing tracks from the explosive post grunge debut of Pablo Honey through to their art rock album release A Moon Shaped Pool, the band captures a memento at each stop along the entire majestic journey ensuring that every minor detail is respected and authentic.

Hailing from Seville, one of the most influential voices in contemporary Spanish pop, singer and songwriter Beret is known for his emotional, honest lyrics, blending pop and flamenco influences. 

Beret’s latest album Lo Bello y lo Roto continues his journey of turning vulnerability into strength and emotion into timeless songs. 

Join for a night to celebrate the iconic music of Paul Simon and Fleetwood Mac.

 Your favourite Paul Simon and Fleetwood Mac songs performed live by two of the world’s best touring tribute groups; seven-piece GRACELAND and five-piece Weetwood Mac. These tributes recreate the sound of Paul Simon and Fleetwood Mac so accurately, if you closed your eyes whilst they performed, you would think you were listening to the original artists.