FAT DIGESTER: 30TH BIRTHDAY
LESS THAN A MONTH TO GO
Celebrating three decades of unstoppable groove, Nottingham’s legendary collective Fat Digester mark their 30th anniversary with a very special Yard Party at Castle Rock Brewery. Renowned since the 90s for their explosive, genre-smashing blend of funk, soul, hip-hop, dub, jazz and Latin rhythms, Fat Digester are all about one thing: getting people moving. Expect multiple lineup changes, a powerhouse rhythm section, soaring horns, deep bass and zero subtlety, delivered with the joy, silliness and inclusive spirit that’s kept them filling venues and festival tents for 30 years. With support from friends old and new, surprise appearances from past members, nostalgic nods to the band’s roots, and even a specially commissioned anniversary beer, this promises to be a one-off celebration of music, community and pure dancefloor energy — a proper Fat Digester party, exactly as it should be.
#nottinghamgigs #grooverock
THE SURFRAJETTES: PARTY ACROSS THE POND
The Surfrajettes are a four-piece instrumental combo from Toronto, Canada. The band has charmed audiences with their clever mix of psychedelic rock and reverb-drenched surf music, sky-high beehives, go-go boots, and eyeliner as thick as their guitar strings.
#rock #nottinghamgigs
THE KING BLUES
The name is somewhat misleading, as these Hackney boys do not so much sing the blues as deliver 'conscious rudeboy ska'. Fronted by the ballsy Jonny "Itch" Fox, the band take a raw, punk-rock attitude to ska, with autobiographical songs and 'a commitment to politics and resistance'. Their influences range from Public Enemy to The Clash to The Specials. But what makes this outfit so different is their blend of ska and punk is regularly accompanied by a ukulele!
#nottinghamgigs #ska #livemusic
SLAINE: THE HORNED GOD
Join professional storyteller Jason Buck for ‘Sláine: The Horned God’: a tale of ancient Celtic heroes and villains, monsters and magic, dragons and demons, and goddesses and gods.
Set in a “time which is not a time” when Britain was rife with magic and mischief, this show brings together the epic heroic exploits and divine transformation of the one who would be High King of the Tribes of the Earth Goddess, reimagining ancient mythologies, adapted and brought to life through traditional storytelling, for modern audiences.
In partnership with 2000 AD and Rebellion, this is the preview show for a tour later this year. Created by Pat Mills ‘the godfather of British comics’ and Angie Kincaid, Sláine has captured the imagination of comics readers for generations.
18th June
Tickets from Eventbrite £12.5
#sláine #2000ad #storytelling
🎸GYPSY PISTOLEROS🎤
Glam Punk Goth 'n' Rolll. What more could you ask for> This cult sonic explosion, mixing swagger-drenched punk anthems, dark cabaret, and apocalyptic energy.
Born from the fires of their own mythology, Dark Faerie Tales drifts through haunted woods and neon dreams. Their new album has been hailed as one of 2025's most fearless and eclectic rock albums. Seeing it live will be a treat.
Tickets: £12
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#livemusic #nottingham #rocknroll
INKBLOT COMIC FESTIVAL
A wonderful celebration of indie creators, unique stories, and the incredible people who bring them to life.
Tickets From: InkblotFestival.com
#nottingham #comics #market
CHORDS OF CHAOS #3: POLYJAMOROUS
Not for profit community event for musicians and music lovers. Jams and bands, any instrument, any era, any genre.
Want to join the jam? join the Chords of Chaos Facebook group.
Doors: 12:30pm
Bands: 1pm till 9pm
Adv: £3, Doors: £5
U18s free with adult supervision until 9pm
#livemusic #nottinghamgigs
THE URBAN VOODOO MACHINE
W/ Dusty 4 Track, Carly's Wreck and Ruin, FI Shanks on the Decks
Their theatrical approach to rock and roll blends elements of Preservation Hall jazz, Eastern European folk and blues into what they term Bourbon-Soaked Blues Bop 'N' Stroll. The band has shared bills with notable acts including The Pogues and New York Dolls, whilst performing at both Download Festival and Montreux Jazz Festival. Expect a dynamic live experience that combines circus atmosphere with full-throttle rock performance.
#jazzmusic #nottinghamgigs #livemusic
JAKE MARTIN & THE BROKEN BONES
W/ Gaz Brookfield and George Gadd
Jake Martin is one of the UK's most exciting and hard-working solo acoustic artists. Known for his raw energy, heartfelt songwriting and powerful live performances, Jake Plays every show as if it might be his last - the result is an electric atmosphere with guaranteed crowd-wide singalongs.
West Country based Gaz Brookfield is an award winning solo acoustic musician, with two number one albums to his name.
George Gadd, a pillar of the Nottingham music scene with punchy emo-indie hooks, this is an opener worth seeing
Tickets at
#livemusic #nottinghamgigs #vatandfiddle
TRUCK VIOLENCE
W/ SKITS, PERP WALK, SEX GERMS
Truck Violence (Montréal, QC) is a medley that wails its way through the bitters of modern Western Canadian hardcore and folk, an honesty and shamelessness in disappointment that is both a comfort and a stern regard.
Skitz is a Nottingham hardcore punk band
Perp Walk is a Brighton hardcore punk band
Sex Germs is a Leicester punk band.
18+
#punkshow #nottinghamgigs #livemusic
FAT DIGESTER: 30TH BIRTHDAY YARD PARTY
Celebrating three decades of unstoppable groove, Nottingham’s legendary collective Fat Digester mark their 30th anniversary with a very special Yard Party at Castle Rock Brewery. Renowned since the 90s for their explosive, genre-smashing blend of funk, soul, hip-hop, dub, jazz and Latin rhythms, Fat Digester are all about one thing: getting people moving. Expect multiple lineup changes, a powerhouse rhythm section, soaring horns, deep bass and zero subtlety, delivered with the joy, silliness and inclusive spirit that’s kept them filling venues and festival tents for 30 years. With support from friends old and new, surprise appearances from past members, nostalgic nods to the band’s roots, and even a specially commissioned anniversary beer, this promises to be a one-off celebration of music, community and pure dancefloor energy — a proper Fat Digester party, exactly as it should be.
#nottinghamgigs #grooverock
THE ALLERGIES W/ SOUL BUGGIN'
The Allergies is a funk, soul and hip hop band from Bristol whose brand of feel-good funk and hyped-up hip-hop has been delighting dance floors since 2016. The duo of DJ Moneyshot & Rackabeat first bonded over their love of classic hip-hop and beats and have taken their live show across the country and beyond ever since.
Adv: £22.5
From ENTS24
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