A message from the man himself #ElDaSensei 🙌
Next Saturday, catch members of two of hiphop’s most beloved underground groups joining forces for one hell of a show. The last member of the legendary group ARTIFACTS, El Da Sensei teams up with MR LEN of COMPANY FLOW to rock stages across Europe.
Pioneers of East Coast rap in the 90s, Artifacts are celebrated for their crunching beats, iconic horn loops, sharp lyricism & classic boom bap anthems.
Collaborating with legends like Mos Def and KRS-One, El Da Sensei continues to carry the torch for East Coast hip hop culture with his unmatched stage presence and golden-era flow.
Mr. Len: Founding member of Company Flow, one of the most innovative underground hip hop groups of all time. Mr Len helped redefine the sound of the late ’90s with raw beats, experimental cuts, and uncompromising independence. His DJ sets and live performances remain as groundbreaking as ever.
With major support courtesy of a real legend in the music scene, #MikeyDon of KRISPY 3, and with guest North West MCs Seek The Northerner + Lomax with DJ Kippax. Plus the incredible Marx from Hull.
This one is for the head boppers and underground rap lovers - relive some of hip-hop’s greatest moments this Feb, only at The Ferret.
🗓️Sat 28th Feb 2026
📍The Ferret, Preston
🎫Advance tickets £16.50
Certified Hip Hop Royalty at The Ferret once again!
Members of two of hiphop's most beloved underground groups join forces as the last member of the legendary group ARTIFACTS, El Da Sensei teams up with Mr Len of COMPANY FLOW to rock stages across Europe.
Pioneers of East Coast rap in the 90s, Artifacts are celebrated for their crunching beats, iconic horn loops, sharp lyricism & classic boom bap anthems.
Tracks like ‘Wrong Side of Da Tracks’ and ‘C’mon Wit Da Git Down’ cemented their legacy—one that continues to resonate across generations.
Collaborating with legends like Mos Def and KRS-One, @el_da_sensei continues to carry the torch for East Coast hip hop culture with his unmatched stage presence and golden-era flow.
Mr. Len: Founding member of Company Flow, one of the most innovative underground hip hop groups of all time. @lookatlen helped redefine the sound of the late ’90s with raw beats, experimental cuts, and uncompromising independence. His DJ sets and live performances remain as groundbreaking as ever.
This one is for the head boppers and underground rap lovers - relive some of hip-hop’s greatest moments this Feb, only at The Ferret.
The Ferret presents:
EL DA SENSEI (ARTIFACTS)
+ MR LEN (COMPANY FLOW)
+ special guests tba
Sat 28th Feb 2026
The Ferret, Preston
Advance tickets £16.50 - theferret.live / skiddle.com
This Friday, we're throwing a birthday bash for OURSELVES. The Ferret is 19 years old this September! So, get down for a night of celebration, with the incredible @djwoodymusic - 2 Times World Champion & One of Mixmaster Mike's favourite DJs!
Alongside very special guests:
A 90s Hip-Hop Party with @thehiphopalippz - the Non-Stop Hip-Hop Band.
Rave Against The Machine cranking the 90s nostalgia up to eleven, thrashing out punked-up versions of dancefloor anthems and pop hits. @rave.atm@b_o_l_t_s & @bigthingsdjs providing grooves galore.
@djconnievond with an Alt After Party ft 90s bangers & more.
#birthday #theferret #preston #whatsoninpreston @visitpreston@preston.pulse@blog.preston
ICMYI! You’re invited to… THE FERRET’S 19TH BIRTHDAY BASH! 🎉🥳
We’re putting on a big 19th Birthday Party for the old girl (The Mad Ferret opened in Sept 2006 🤯)
Featuring a 90s Hip-Hop Party with @thehiphopalippz - the Non-Stop Hip-Hop Band, plus some very special guests TBA!
We’ll reveal all details soon, but for now, all you need to do is grab an early bird ticket to the big bash for just a fiver, and prepare to join us to celebrate our 19th year of being in the beautiful business of live music right here in #Preston ✨
🗓️ FRI 19TH SEPT
⏰ 7pm - late
#theferret #lancashire #livemusic #hiphop #septembergigs #preston #whatsoninpreston
Very happy to announce something proper vibey for your Sunday evening at #GLASTONFERRET 2025...
HOMEBOY SANDMAN: ONE OF THE BEST TO EVER DO IT - we are once again humbled to welcome a world-class MC to The Ferret.
Renowned lyricist @homeboysandman delivers a rich tapestry of beats and rhymes that transcend the boundaries of conventional Hip-Hop.
Pitchfork commended the emcee saying, “When it comes to underground rap veterans who have remained both prolific and reliable, Homeboy Sandman doesn’t have much in the way of competition.”
Last year’s album Rich II was a testament to Boy Sand's unwavering commitment to authentic storytelling and musical innovation, showcasing his unique ability to craft rap anthems with a distinct flair.
Catch the Boy Sand show LIVE on The Ferret stage on Sunday 24th August.
The legendary GLASTONFERRET is almost with us once again. Our annual 4-day festival of live music, REAL TURF & hay bales, and proper good times...
With festival decor, food vendors, craft & vintage stalls, beer garden DJ Sessions, late-night after parties, and of course a 4-day line-up of incredible live music, as per.
ICYMI - we already announced @getdown_services , @kogmusicuk , @spacethebandofficial , @hotwaxbandd , @ingnodwetrust & @youthsectorband , and loads more lineup will be announced over the coming days... 40+ acts across 4 days of live music.
More info:
theferret.live/listings/glastonferret2025
@visitpreston@blog.preston@preston.pulse
Our minds are blown,🤯 that both US and UK royalty from the golden era of Hip-Hop are joining us this Saturday @theferretpreston alongside double dope support.
Tickets have been selling really well, but truth be known, if a single ticket to this event doesn't get sold, the entire collective heads of Preston need to hang in shame. It would be a mark of Preston knowing jackshit about Hip-Hop!
But, hey, that's not happening as tickets have been flying out to see one of the most highly rated live Hip-Hop artists, straight from the home of Hip-Hop, Brooklyn, New York: Jeru the Damaja. And we finally get to see Mikey D.O.N of Krispy 3 back in Preston!!! Then, check out the rest of the line up!!!
We're gonna set up the sound system in the garden at 3pm, just so we can slowly ease ourselves into the fire that's gonna drop on Saturday night.
You have been warned. Miss this one at your peril!!!
It’s coming! Jeru the Damaja in Preston! And we’re providing some beats & pieces throughout the night. This is some do!
The legendary @mikeydon100 on warm-up duties, plus guest MCs from across the North West: @lomaxland + @seek_the_northerner101 , @peggymusic_ , JustSean R.A, and a live set from our pal @l_afrench .
@jazzintheparkuk DJs are also laying down some vibes. And then we’ve got the one & only @jeru_thedamaja in the house, of course!
What are you waiting for? Get on board.
Sat 17th May at @theferretpreston .
We can't wait for this Thursday night, when the legendary Homeboy Sandman joins us at @theferretpreston for another #Hiphop masterclass. We've had some incredible MCs in the building before, but Boy Sand is up there as one of our all-time favourites. Don't miss it!
Joining us on the bill are @lords.of.the.north.mcr ft @piqueroscoe , @batfunk_ & more. After recently supporting Onyx in Manchester and Blu & Exile here at The Ferret last year, we've invited the full crew back for more.
Vibes from the start from @bigthingsdjs & @jazzintheparkuk DJs.
🫵‼️ @bigthingsdjs & The Ferret present: the legendary HOMEBOY SANDMAN (Brooklyn, NYC)
+ @jazzintheparkuk + Big Things DJs + special guests TBA!
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BOY SAND: ONE OF THE BEST TO EVER DO IT - we are once again humbled to welcome a world-class MC to The Ferret.
Renowned lyricist Homeboy Sandman delivers a rich tapestry of beats and rhymes that transcend the boundaries of conventional Hip-Hop.
Pitchfork commended the emcee saying, “When it comes to underground rap veterans who have remained both prolific and reliable, Homeboy Sandman doesn’t have much in the way of competition.”
Last year’s album Rich II was a testament to Homeboy Sandman’s unwavering commitment to authentic storytelling and musical innovation, showcasing his unique ability to craft rap anthems with a distinct flair.
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📍The Ferret, Preston
🗓️Thu 3rd April 2025
⏰Doors 7pm
🎫 £9 adv / more on the door. (Check the comments!)
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#homeboysandman #hiphop #brooklyn #bigthings #jazzinthepark #theferret #preston #livemusic #musicvenue #gigsinpreston #northwestgigs #hiphopgigs #lancashire #whatsoninpreston #blogpreston
Iconic Los Angeles Hip Hop duo BLU & EXILE pull up to Preston this December with their new album: Love (the) Ominous World, alongside special guest FASHAWN celebrating 15 years of his debut album 'Boy Meets World'.
The duo behind the iconic hip-hop album 'Below the Heavens' return to the UK after a LONG break and we can't wait to welcome them for their Love (the) Ominous World Tour.
With a bunch of NEW music as well as a whole host of their classic tracks, this is not one to miss!
@bluherfavcolor & @exileradio@fashawn
+ @b_o_l_t_s
+ guests
Thu 05 Dec
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm
*** THIS WEEKEND ONLY (29th Nov - 2nd Dec): Save 20% on tickets using the promo code BLACKFRIDAY24 ***
See these world-class critically-acclaimed hip-hop artists LIVE in a very intimate setting. The Ferret - bringing the heat to Preston, one show at a time.
#livemusic #livehiphop #hiphop #hiphopshow #livevenue #livemusicvenue #losangeles #preston #whatsoninpreston #whatson #whatsonnearme #ukhiphop
@blog.preston@visitpreston@visitlancashire
BLU & EXILE: LOVE (THE) OMINOUS WORLD TOUR touches down at The Ferret, with special guest FASHAWN (Boy Meets World 15th Anniversary).
Iconic LA duo BLU & EXILE pull up to Preston this December with their new album: Love (the) Ominous World, alongside special guest FASHAWN celebrating 15 years of his debut album ‘Boy Meets World’.
See these world-class critically-acclaimed hip-hop artists LIVE in a very intimate setting. The Ferret - bringing the heat to Preston, one show at a time.
This one is BIG like Gary Barlow’s son - so grab your tickets RIGHT NOW.
BLU & EXILE
FASHAWN
+ guests
Thu 05 Dec
The Ferret, Preston.
