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Cody Pennington Country Music Show

Cody’s live music performances showcase the heart and soul of his Nashville roots, blending his original country tunes with chart-topping country hits, creating an unforgettable and dynamic experience for any country music lover.

Venue:
NX, Westgate Road, Newcastle, NE1 1SW
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
18:00
Price:
£24+bf

Kira Mac

A musical collective built on straight-up old school blues rock riffs given modern edge, a tonne of flair, soul and intense double shots of rock ‘n’ roll.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£18

Voices of Hope: Northern Lights

A chamber choir of 16-20 voices based in Newcastle.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15

The John Martyn Project

Celebrating the Pioneering Legacy of John Martyn with a Fresh Collective of Talent.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £20

Fleeting Rumours

The North’s premier Tribute band to Fleetwood Mac.

Venue:
The Georgian Theatre, Green Dragon Yard, Stockton on Tees, TS18 1AE
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£18adv

Jolly Damper

The project led by Joan Solana, a Catalan musician and producer. Drawing from a mix of IDM, dreamy pop, jazz, techno, trip-hop, and experimental ambient, his sound constantly evolves.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£8

Fortitude Valley + Marketplace + Yeavering Bells

Fortitude Valley takes influence from The Beths, The Go-Go’s and Pavement, resulting in a ludicrously addictive, cocktail of heart-stopping indie-punk power-pop songs. Hartlepool’s Marketplace have become renowned for their own excellent brand of indie pop masterpieces and have earned their devoted fanbase along the way. Yeavering Bells are an indie-pop band from Newcastle. FFO alt-country, fuzzy pop and hushed folk.

Venue:
Star & Shadow Cinema, 210 Warwick Street, Newcastle, NE2 1BB
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:30 - 23:00
Price:
£10/£5

Roxy Magic

The UK’s best and longest-running tribute to Roxy Music.

Venue:
The Forum Music Centre, Borough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SG
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£13adv

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Whitney K

The musical vehicle for Canadian born songwriter Konner Whitney. He is known for his agile lyricism, unpolished yet luminously resonant recordings, and a gritty baritone that balances cool detachment with profound emotional undercurrents.

Venue:
The Lubber Fiend, 81 Blandford Square, Newcastle, NE1 3PZ
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£15

This is Floyd

Pink Floyd tribute.

Venue:
Middlesbrough Town Hall, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2QJ
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£31.50

Riding The Low

Band formed in 2006 by Paddy Considine, after he had a revelation watching indie rockers Guided By Voices.

Venue:
Think Tank?, Digital, Times Square, Centre For Life, Newcastle, NE1 4EP
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£16.90adv

Riverside Ragas:  Tar Rang – 100 Colours, 100 Strings

Tar Rang brings together an ensemble of exceptional musicians for a truly special performance – a rare jugalbandi that weaves together 100 colours and 100 strings in a vibrant celebration of Indian classical music.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Sep 19th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£11.30-£22.50

Elton John v Billy Joel: Double Header

Sensational double tribute show celebrating two of music’s biggest-selling artists.

Venue:
Arc, Dovecot Street, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1LL
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£20.50

Casey McQuillen

Powerhouse vocalist who has shared the stage with celebrated acts like James Morrison, Beverley Knight, Will Young, and Eric Hutchinson.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£18

Black Country, New Road

Mercury-nominated band whose new album is a bold evolution in modern rock, with influences spanning folk, prog, and baroque pop.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£30.40-£33.80

Lindisfarne

Legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers.

Venue:
Alnwick Playhouse, Bondgate Without, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1PQ
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£37

The EverReady Band

A brass band based in North East England.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£13-315

Scam Fender, Kopycat Killers, The 1976 & Sub-Arctic Monkeys

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£32.15adv

Tom Waits For No Man

Vocalist and composer Lindsay Hannon has chosen and re-arranged a selection of songs from the legendary Tom Waits decades spanning back catalogue.

Venue:
Old Cinema Launderette, 38 Marshall Terrace, Gilesgate Moor, Durham, DH1 2HX
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:45
Price:
£16.50adv

Blackmore's Blood

The go-to tribute for fans of Ritchie Blackmore’s legendary rock years with Deep Purple and Rainbow.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £23

The Dear Hunter

Expansive indie prog endeavour.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£18

Age Of Apocalypse, Balmora, Cross Of Disbelief

Plus more tba.

Venue:
Anarchy Brew Co., Benfield Business Park, Unit A1, Enfield Road, Newcastle, NE6 4NQ
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
13:00 - 23:00
Price:
£20-£25

Daddy Long Legs

New York City’s most diabolical Rhythm & Blues street gang.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15

Nadia Reid

Literate folk-rock with a pop sparkle.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£21.80

Def Leppad

Paying homage to the iconic British rock band Def Leppard.

Venue:
The Forum Music Centre, Borough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SG
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£13adv

Rhinestone Cowboy - The Glen Campbell Story

A dynamic live music theatre experience that celebrates the extraordinary life and timeless music of one of country music’s most beloved legends.

Venue:
Middlesbrough Theatre, The Avenue, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS5 6SA
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£28.50

Stephen Fearing and The Sentimentals

Revered Canadian songwriter Stephen Fearing and the award-winning Scandinavian indie-folk band The Sentimentals share a mutual passion for crafting beautiful melodies and dynamic musical interplay that mesmerize audiences night after night.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£16

The Alan Fletcher Band

Neighbours' Dr Karl Kennedy and a successful musician, first as a Rock artist with his band Waiting Room and lately with as a fine Americana and Alt/Country singer-songwriter.

Venue:
Arts Centre Washington, Biddick Lane, Fatfield, Washington, NE38 8AB
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£22.50

Harrison Rimmer

Folk punk artist Harrison Rimmer headlines with support from incredibly talented performers Paige Temperley and Oliver Hunt.

Venue:
Station East, 1 Hills Street, Gateshead, NE8 2AS
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
15:00 - 18:00
Price:
£6

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Newcastle Jazz Festival

An unforgettable day of world-class jazz featuring an exceptional lineup of national stars and the best of our region's talent. This year, prepare to be mesmerised by the outstanding London-based guitarist Ant Law and his Unified Theories Quartet. They're also showcasing the region's finest with captivating performances from the Noel Dennis Trio and the Joe Steele's Quartet. Plus, don't miss the rising stars of the jazz scene, Nauta.

Venue:
Live Theatre, 27 Broad Chare, Quayside, Newcastle, NE1 3DQ
Date:
Sep 20th 2025
Time:
13:00 - 21:30
Price:
Individual event tickets £10-£25

Creedence Clearwater Review

The UK’s Number One Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Show.

Venue:
Queen's Hall Arts Centre, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £23

The Gospel According to David Black

Sanctum Sanctorium – The Darkside of the 80’s – vocalist and goth provocateur David Black – A candid spoken word performance with songs and anecdotes.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15

Sunset Sons

Venue:
The Exchange, 1 Howard Street, North Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE30 1SE
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£15

Canadians in Space

Songwriting duo (trio when live) who perform mildly hilarious pop songs so colloquial or irrelevant that the comedic interjections are often unintentional but necessary.

Venue:
The White Room Music Cafe, 15 Station Rd, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0JL
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£10

Sleazy Shingdig

Three sizzling stars from Spain’s Sleazy Records for a special Sunday Matinee Show! Featuring Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra, Howlin’ Ric & the Rocketeers, and Aisha Khan & the Rajahs.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
14:00
Price:
£18

Rufus Wainwright’s ‘Want Symphonic’ with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

More than twenty years after the release of his iconic albums Want One and Want Two, baroque-pop luminary Rufus Wainwright returns with a bold, symphonic reimagining of these landmark works.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£40.90-£63.40

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Lindisfarne

Legendary 70’s folk-rock pioneers.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £25

James Borland

One of the most in-demand young musicians of the vibrant Birmingham Jazz Scene, James Borland’s distinctive, warm tone and characterful improvising speak both to his love of the jazz tradition, but also the forward-thinking melodicism of contemporary NY figureheads such as Ambrose Akinmusire and Immanuel Wilkins.

Venue:
Hexham Library, Queen's Hall, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
15:00
Price:
From £10

Royal Northern Sinfonia: Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet

Enjoy a standout Sunday afternoon with Royal Northern Sinfonia, the North East’s professional orchestra, playing music by three of the greatest composers of all time: Beethoven, Haydn and Mozart.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Sep 21st 2025
Time:
14:00
Price:
£22/under 30s £10

LA Witch & The Buttertones co-headline tour

L.A. Witch play Americana noir and laconic back-to-basics rock n’ roll. The Buttertones are a Los Angeles-based cult rock band.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 22nd 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£17

Beautify Junkyards

An exciting psychedelia-infused electronic sextet, for fans of bands like Broadcast, Stereolab and White Noise.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 22nd 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£14

Pye Corner Audio

The moody, retro-futuristic project of Martin Jenkins, Pye Corner Audio evokes the mystery of the BBC Radiophonic Workshop and as well as the electro of Drexcyia and classic Detroit techno.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 23rd 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£16

Lord Finesse

One of the most respected staples in hip-hop.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 23rd 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£22.50

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We Three Kings - Of Rock n Roll

Three Artists perform the music of three Icons of Rock n Roll: Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, & Elvis Presley.

Venue:
Whitley Bay Playhouse, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ
Date:
Sep 24th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £27.75

Terry Reid

Legendary English rock singer.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 24th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£25

Elijah Lyons

Self taught solo, singer/songwriter bringing heartfelt lyrics, a voice with grit and warmth, and a sound that sits somewhere between folk, indie and rock.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 24th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£5

Quade

Four musicians from Bristol who half-jokingly refer to their music as “doomer sad-boy, ambient dub, folk, experimental post-rock”. Support from The Last Path.

Venue:
The Lubber Fiend, 81 Blandford Square, Newcastle, NE1 3PZ
Date:
Sep 24th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£12

Otway & Barrett

This magnetic bond still holds after more than 40 years of attempted escapes and still loved for their total in-yer-face originality, the contrast between the dead pan humour of Barrett and mad onstage antics of Otway are hilarious to watch.

Venue:
Warkworth Memorial Hall, Castle Street, Warkworth, Northumberland
Date:
Sep 25th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£22adv

Jenny Colquitt

Named as one of Rn’R’s ones to watch powerhouse Jenny encompasses a unique combination of indie folk, rock and pop.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Sep 25th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£14

Lisa O'Neill

A raconteur in the truest sense of the word, O’Neill is a five time BBC Folk Award nominee and her previous album Heard a Long Gone Song was named The Guardian’s 2019 Folk Album of the Year.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Sep 25th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£33-£35.30

Girls of The Internet

This collective's manifesto is clear; to create dance music that calls back to how it was made at its inception, but with the knowledge and experience of the last 50 years of the genre. Support from James Alexander Bright.

Venue:
Think Tank?, Digital, Times Square, Centre For Life, Newcastle, NE1 4EP
Date:
Sep 25th 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£16.90adv

Callinsick

Singer-songwriter Arran George aka Callinsick. His sound spans sparse bedroom folk, alternative rock, indie, and sweeping, ethereal pop--tied together by vivid, emotionally honest songwriting.

Venue:
Zerox, 48-52 Sandhill, Newcastle, NE1 3JF
Date:
Sep 25th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£11

Porcelain

Newcastle-based alternative rock band known for their emotionally charged, atmospheric sound.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Sep 25th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£10

Flat Moon

6-piece electrifying live punk-funk band from Leeds with a big reputation. Support from Newcastle's indie-jazz funksters Phantom Bagman. + Guest DJ.

Venue:
PILGRIM, 54 Pilgrim Street, Newcastle, NE1 6SF
Date:
Sep 25th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£8