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Hector Gannet

Returning to Sage Two with The Great Shakedown, their most expansive and searching record to date. Built around bold brass arrangements and featuring choir and church bells recorded live at the 17th-century Christ Church in North Shields, the album moves between the intimate and the political, the personal and the communal.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Nov 27th 2026
Time:
20:00
Price:
£24.50-£27.30

AROMA + Hey Remember This

Drawing from spiritual jazz, ambient pop, Afroelectronic beats, and world fusion, AROMA creates immersive soundscapes that echo both ancestral rhythms and contemporary textures.

Venue:
Cobalt Studios Ltd, 10-16 Boyd Street, Newcastle, NE2 1AP
Date:
Nov 27th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£9-£15

Ags Connolly + Holly Carter

Country Roots Double Bill.

Venue:
The Central Bar, Half Moon Lane, Gateshead, NE8 2AN
Date:
Nov 27th 2026
Time:
20:00
Price:
£17.60

Tom Hingley of Inspiral Carpets (Acoustic Solo Show)

Tom Hingley is an accomplished singer songwriter and guitarist , best known as the Ex lead singer with Manchester’s finest Inspiral Carpets.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Nov 27th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£21-£23

A Christmas Carol with Guy Masterson

Famed for bringing multiple characters to vivid life, Masterson gives us Scrooge, Marley, the Fezziwigs, the Cratchits, Tiny Tim et al in a riveting, visceral performance that will dazzle, enchant, and linger long in the memory.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Nov 27th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£19

Goldie Lookin Chain

Welsh hip-hoppers.

Venue:
The Middlesbrough Empire, Corporation Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2RT
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£24

Pork Pie

Standing proudly at the heart of the UK’s modern ska revival, blending the fire of classic 2-Tone with their own unmistakable energy.

Venue:
The Georgian Theatre, Green Dragon Yard, Stockton on Tees, TS18 1AE
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
20:00
Price:
£24

Nirvanher + Bras N’ Roses

Two female fronted/all-female tribute bands. One epic night.

Venue:
The Globe, 11 Railway Street, Newcastle, NE4 7AD
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£15

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Rob Heron & Conrad Bird

Rob Heron has been touring the world with his band The Tea Pad Orchestra for the past 15 years, throwing flavours of classic country, gypsy-swing, rhythm & blues, and rockabilly into his original songs. Conrad Bird is frontman of the very popular festival act, Holy Moly & The Crackers.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15

Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour

The string players of Royal Northern Sinfonia present a selection of beautiful, atmospheric pieces carefully chosen to make you feel warm from the inside out on a cold winter’s night, all performed in the flickering glow of candlelight.

Venue:
St Gabriel's Church, Heaton Road, Newcastle, NE6 5QN
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£5-£20

Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour

A musical sleigh ride through five centuries of festive music, from Gaudete to The Christmas Song via beloved carols and classical favourites like Troika and The Nutcracker.

Venue:
St George's Church, Jesmond, St George’s Close, Newcastle, NE2 2TF
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£5-£25

Bob Fox and Stu Luckley

Sought-after folk duo.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
20:00
Price:
£29

Shed Seven

The underdogs of Britpop return with their iconic winter tour, ‘Shedcember X’, which has grown into a cult institution for fans, becoming the definitive start to the festive season.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£48.65

Stanleys

UK indie band creating melodic guitar music rooted in strong, collaborative songwriting and lived-in storytelling.

Venue:
KU, Prince Regent Street, Stockton, TS18 1DB
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£10

Avatar

Swedish metal band.

Venue:
Northumbria University Students’ Union, 2 Sandyford Rd, Newcastle, NE1 8SB
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£36.85

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One Night in Nashville

An authentic honky-tonk live show featuring the talented Singer/Songwriter Maria Jordan and her 6-piece band.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£34.70

Riverside Rebellion 10

A fantastic day of the finest punk rock ‘n’ roll! Featuring Hung Like Hanratty, Boilermaker, Cazimi, Breaking Point UK, No Way, Headsticks, Guitar Gangsters and The Puncturists.

Venue:
The Forum Music Centre, Borough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SG
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
14:30 - 22:00
Price:
£22

Space

Liverpool indie band formed in 1992, eventually rising to prominence with hit singles such as “Female of the Species”, “Me and You Versus the World”, “Neighbourhood”, “Avenging Angels” and “The Ballad of Tom Jones”.

Venue:
Pop Recs Ltd, 172-175 High St W, Sunniside, Sunderland, SR1 1UP
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£26.67

Northside

A band who played a huge part in Manchester's early nineties soundtrack. Signed to Factory, the band were said to be the bridge between the Stone Roses and the Happy Mondays, and made their mark in the blooming 'baggy' scene.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£27.50

The NE Street Band

This 6 piece band hailing from the across North East, perform the music of Bruce Springsteen & the E-Street Band.

Venue:
Independent, 27/28 Holmeside, Sunderland, SR1 3JE
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£16.50

Orchestra Mambo International + DJ Lubi + Santa Leticia

Orchestra Mambo International is a powerhouse 13-piece Latin big band celebrating the golden era of mambo, salsa dura, and Afro-Cuban jazz, while delivering it with a fresh, contemporary energy.

Venue:
Cobalt Studios Ltd, 10-16 Boyd Street, Newcastle, NE2 1AP
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£12-£16

Industrial Coast presents: ORPHX

Rich Oddie and Christina Sealey, aka Orphx, have been creating their unique fusion of rhythm and noise for many years, combining techno propulsion with experimental techniques and critical themes of industrial music.

Venue:
Auxiliary Project Space, 31 Station Street, Middlesbrough, TS1 1SR
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£10-£17.50

Park View

Newcastle five-piece indie/alt rock band.

Venue:
Zerox, 48-52 Sandhill, Newcastle, NE1 3JF
Date:
Nov 28th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£13.32

London Symphonic Rock Orchestra

Boundary breaking pioneers fusing the omnipotent power of the orchestra with innovative technology and the raucous rebellion of rock.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£38.60-£76.30

Del Amitri

Scottish alternative rock band Del Amitri return with their ‘Past To Present’ UK tour 2026, marking four decades of songs, stories and live shows.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
18:30
Price:
£44.55adv

Martin Turner

Featuring two sets of classic Wishbone Ash music covering the definitive Mk.1 and Mk.2 years.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£18.50

Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour

The string players of Royal Northern Sinfonia present a selection of beautiful, atmospheric pieces carefully chosen to make you feel warm from the inside out on a cold winter’s night, all performed in the flickering glow of candlelight.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
15:00
Price:
£5-£25

The Hunna

Alternative rock trio playing their final tour.

Venue:
NX, Westgate Road, Newcastle, NE1 1SW
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£30+bf

Tygers of Pan Tang

Emerging in 1978 as part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, English rockers Tygers of Pan Tang employ a muscular blend of melody and might that falls somewhere between Def Leppard and Saxon.

Venue:
Trillians Rock Bar, Princess Square, Newcastle, NE1 8ER
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
14:00
Price:
£15+bf

Andrew Cushin

25-year-old songwriter from Newcastle, heralded as a major new talent by Noel Gallagher and Pete Doherty.

Venue:
Hartlepool Town Hall Theatre, Raby Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8AH
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£20

Craven + Sam Baxter and Merle Harbron

A night of contemporary folk music with English/Welsh dark-folk trio Craven. Support from Anglo-Scottish fiddle/song duo Sam Baxter and Merle Harbron.

Venue:
The Cumberland Arms, James Place Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE6 1LD
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£13adv/£15otd

Cat Rose

A rising folk–indie-pop singer-songwriter based in Plymouth, Cat has storytelling, atmospheric music that drifts between darkness, whimsy and magic.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£8

The Heavy Jets

A Tribute to Matty Johnson.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Nov 29th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£11

Ocean Colour Scene

They lit up the Britpop party with a string of hits including the immortal “The Riverboat Song”.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Nov 30th 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
From £52.85adv

James Yorkston

Scottish singer songwriter with a literary, folk bent and unconventional approach.

Venue:
The Central Bar, Half Moon Lane, Gateshead, NE8 2AN
Date:
Nov 30th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£22

Keyside

Liverpool four-piece Keyside plays jangle-indie-pop of powerful substance.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Nov 30th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15

Craig Ogden

An evening of guitar classics from one of the most exciting classical guitarists playing today.

Venue:
Hexham Abbey, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3NB
Date:
Nov 30th 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £8

Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour

The string players of Royal Northern Sinfonia present a selection of beautiful, atmospheric pieces carefully chosen to make you feel warm from the inside out on a cold winter’s night, all performed in the flickering glow of candlelight.

Venue:
St Hilda's Church, Hartlepool, TS24 0DA
Date:
Dec 1st 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£5-£20

The Damned

Half a century after igniting the fuse of the British punk explosion, The Damned head out on their celebratory UK tour, ‘Final Damnation 50’.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Dec 1st 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£63.05adv

Jazz Noël: The Christmas Sessions

Jazz Noël is all about bringing people together through the warmth and joy of live music during the festive season. Blending well-loved Christmas tunes made famous by legends like Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Nat King Cole with fresh, modern jazz arrangements creates a sound that feels both familiar and exciting.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Dec 1st 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£21-£23

Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour 2026

Violinist Jonathan Stone and the string players of Royal Northern Sinfonia bring a soulful mix of gorgeous classical music to Berwick Parish Church, bathed in a warm candlelit glow.

Venue:
Berwick Parish Church, Parade, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1DF
Date:
Dec 1st 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£21/child £6

Talisk

One of the most talked-about bands in contemporary folk.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Dec 1st 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£20

The Rabbitts

Norwich-based band who craft music that blurs the lines between folk, alternative, and atmospheric pop.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Dec 2nd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£13/£10

Dave Hill's Slade

Slade’s unique blend of pop and rock'n'roll, outrageous flamboyance and pure fun, and no less than 23 Top 20 singles, they have become a firm favourite in the hearts of pop fans all over the world.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Dec 2nd 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£43.20

Swing Into Christmas

The 30-piece Down for the Count Swing Orchestra heads to Gateshead for the first time with its much-loved annual seasonal treat, Swing Into Christmas! Gather your loved ones for a joyful set of festive and non-festive classics as you’ve never experienced them before.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Dec 2nd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£25.60-£49.30

The Haunted Youth

Belgian indie rock sensation.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Dec 2nd 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
£16.50

Jools Holland And His Rhythm And Blues Orchestra

Known for his exuberant live shows, Jools will once again be backed by the full power and finesse of his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, delivering an evening of blues music, swing music, boogie woogie and ska, packed with musical virtuosity and joyful spontaneity.

Venue:
Stockton Globe, 153A High St, Stockton, TS18 1PL
Date:
Dec 2nd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £39.50

Jesus Jones

Formed in London in 1988, Jesus Jones quickly gained worldwide attention for their blend of noisy indie pop, and sampling technology.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Dec 3rd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£25

Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra

Renowned for his exuberant live shows, Jools will once again be backed by the full power and finesse of his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, delivering an evening of blues music, swing music, boogie woogie and ska, packed with musical virtuosity and joyful spontaneity.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Dec 3rd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£44.55adv

Royal Northern Sinfonia Winter Tour

The string players of Royal Northern Sinfonia present a selection of beautiful, atmospheric pieces carefully chosen to make you feel warm from the inside out on a cold winter’s night, all performed in the flickering glow of candlelight.

Venue:
St George's Church, 1 Beverley Terrace, Cullercoats, NE30 4NT
Date:
Dec 3rd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£5-£25

Christmas Massaoke

The ultimate festive sing-a-long. Sing your heart out to all your favourite Christmas classics from the Massaoke hymn sheet from Mariah, to The Pogues, to Slade, Wizzard and much more.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Dec 3rd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£32.40

The Overtones - Jivin' Home For Christmas

Get ready for a spectacular evening with the multi-platinum selling vocal harmony group. With festive classics, feel-good hits from soul, Motown, doo-wop, disco and pop, as well as brand new songs, the show delivers non-stop entertainment with The Overtones’ signature twist, blending much-loved nostalgic classics with dazzling new festive surprises.

Venue:
Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate, Darlington, DL1 1RR
Date:
Dec 3rd 2026
Time:
19:30
Price:
£18-£41

Shed Seven

The underdogs of Britpop return with their iconic winter tour, ‘Shedcember X’, which has grown into a cult institution for fans, becoming the definitive start to the festive season.

Venue:
Stockton Globe, 153A High St, Stockton, TS18 1PL
Date:
Dec 3rd 2026
Time:
19:00
Price:
From £48.22

Dave McCabe (The Zutons)

After recently stepping out with his debut solo single When You’re Young, Dave McCabe and special guest, James Jay Lewis, are going back on the road together. Best known as the voice and songwriter behind The Zutons, McCabe’s solo work’s already made a strong impression.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Dec 3rd 2026
Time:
20:00
Price:
£26.80