Events

UB40 | UB40 have announced a major UK tour for June 2026 with special guests Maxi Priest and Aswad following their sold-out global run this year. The iconic British reggae band will return to home soil with their unmissable live show, performing classics from their catalogue alongside brand new tracks from their forthcoming studio album, set for release in spring 2026

Katie Gregson-MacLeod | Thu 4 Jun 19:30 @Folklore Rooms £19.00 A singer-songwriter from Inverness, Katie Gregson-MacLeod’s voice carries the weight of her lyrics in its soul-bearing intimacy. Her lyricism blends personal truths with Scottish folk influences and the quiet power of solitude. A perfect fit for The Folklore Rooms - a set that will leave you under a spell long after the doors close.

Sly5thAve + Avijé | Fri 5 June 19:00 @ALPHABET £19.50 Two musicians who will inspire you to the core, Los Angeles-based Sly5thAve is the initiative of multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer Sylvester Uzoma Onyejiaka. His intricately crafted work blends R&B, soul and jazz in a multifaceted funk that feels contemporary, while nodding to the genre’s pioneers. Avijé is the deliciously toned vocals that ooze over expert instrumentalisation.  

Queen - A Celebration | Join us for a night celebrating the music and legacy of Queen. Enjoy live performances of their greatest hits from some of Brighton's greatest entertainers , from huge singalong anthems to timeless rock classics. Take part in the Queen Quiz for a chance to win a prize, then head to the bar afterwards for a Queen disco, keeping the party going with all your favourite tracks. Big songs, big voices, and a proper night out!

Calibre | Sat 13 Jun 15:00 @Concorde 2 £28.84 A Northern Irish DJ, producer and writer, Dominick Martin is an artist whose creative impulses spill into the span of exquisite work he creates. His sound flirts with liquid drum and bass, with melodic rolls that transcend the listening experience into something truly special. Catch him at Concorde for a sundown summer terrace party you don’t want to miss.  

Fink: Live + Signing | Last time Fink played here in the shop was rather magical... Now that he's releasing another album, 'The City Is Coming To Erase It All', we simply had to invite him back! Bag an album bundle now and we'll see you there (again?) Albums will be shipped to the UK address linked to your DICE account. BEFORE CHECKING OUT PLEASE ENSURE THE ADDRESS ON YOUR DICE ACCOUNT IS THE ADDRESS YOU'D LIKE YOUR ALBUM POSTED TO. Priority entry will go to those who purchase the album with instore access. If we have space for additional entries on the day, we will be able to let extra people in.

Tamikrest | Mon 16 Jun 20:00 @Hope & Ruin £26.40 Formed in Tinzawaten on the Algeria-Mali border, Tamikrest are a soul-igniting Saharan rock band inspired by the legacy of Tinariwen. Their music stands for resistance and togetherness, amplifying the voices of the Kel Tamasheq (Tuareg) people through tight multi-instrumentalism, reimagined tradition and trailblazing desert rock.  

Folklore Sessions Presents; Willy Tea Taylor + Kenan Flannery June 18th | The Folklore Rooms £15adv | 18+ Willy Tea Taylor is a father, brother, and son. His remarkable ability to write subjects in a simple yet profound way makes his songs a great place to lose yourself. Much of that comes from his upbringing surrounded by rolling hills and horses in a small town in California known as the "Cowboy Capital of the World". Willy calls John Hartford, Roscoe Holcomb, Bob Dylan, KISS, Weird Al Yankovic and Willie Nelson his biggest influences, but is always quick to advocate for his favorite contemporary songwriters which include Tom VandenAvond, Nathan Moore, and his Good Luck partner in crime, Chris Doud. "The Essence of Folk Music in its rawest and most Authentic form" Kenan Flannery is a 26-year-old award-winning folk songwriter from Dublin, praised for his "bone-breakingly beautiful" music and a voice with the intensity of "a hundred Irish poets." Blending his upbringing of Irish ballads with American folk influences, he's been compared to John Prine and Townes Van Zandt. He has performed at Electric Picnic, The Ruby Sessions, and The Secret Song, supported acts like The Wolfe Tones, The White Buffalo […]

Fleetwood Mac - A Celebration | Step into the enchanting world of one of rock's most iconic bands as we present a night filled with music, trivia, and dancing. Join us for a night celebrating one of rock’s most iconic bands. Live performances will bring Fleetwood Mac’s greatest songs to life — from Landslide to Go Your Own Way — followed by a Fleetwood Mac quiz for those who know their stuff (and a prize up for grabs). After that, we’ll head to the bar for a Fleetwood Mac disco, with all the classics to keep you dancing. A night of great music, a bit of nostalgia, and a good excuse to sing along.

Darren Styles - This event is for 18 and over - No refunds will be issued for under 18s.

The Music of The Lord of The Rings. Tribute to Howard Shore - Join us on the 20th of June at St. George’s Church for ’Our precious concert’ – one of our most beloved and best-selling programmes. A breathtaking concert that will transport audiences straight into the heart of Tolkien’s universe. Howard Shore’s iconic soundtrack has captivated millions worldwide, and now, we bring it to Brighton! Performed by the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble, this magical evening will transport you instantly into the heart of Tolkien’s universe, where elves, hobbits, and dwarves roam. The virtuoso playing of the musicians will bring to life the stirring, powerful, and deeply emotional compositions of Howard Shore, the three-time Academy Award winner, whose work shaped the very essence of Peter Jackson’s cinematic masterpiece. This enchanting musical journey promises to be one of the most magical concerts of the season, with tickets selling out fast! Duration: 60 minutes

Beverley Knight | Wed 24 Jun 19:00 @ Brighton Dome £39.50 The Queen of British Soul returns to Brighton with her Born to Perform tour, blending beloved hits with stories from her celebrated stage and music career. Backed by her acclaimed live band, Beverley Knight delivers a powerful evening of soul, theatrical favourites and emotionally charged performances from one of Britain’s finest vocalists.   

Experience the incredible energy of musical theatre’s most breathtaking moments brought to life in stunning choral harmony by our Brighton Kemptown choir! With showstoppers from Wicked, Funny Girl and Cabaret, just to name a few, join us for an unforgettable celebration of the greatest hits that defined musical theatre history. Don't miss out on this musical celebration on Thursday 25th June at 19:30 (doors at 19:15). If you have any accessibility needs, please do let us know in advance so we can ensure your night goes as smooth as possible. You can contact us at hello@cityofstarschoir.co.uk. City of Stars are Sussex's only adult intermediate musical theatre choirs. For more information, please visit cityofstarschoir.co.uk.

Msb Mario El Niño de la Pili at The Folklore Rooms, Brighton (LIVE) Before the England game, start the night differently. For the first time in Brighton, Msb Mario "El Niño de la Pili" brings a raw, intimate live performance where spoken word, music and rhythm collide - immediate, physical and emotionally charged. Blending flamenco, rock and reggaeton with a natural shift between English and Spanish, the show builds a unique energy in the room - drawing the audience in from the very first moment. In the fully seated setting of The Folklore Rooms, there is no distance between artist and audience - the connection is direct, immersive and alive. The sound blends live and subtle electronic textures, creating a fluid atmosphere that moves between intimacy and intensity - something you don't just hear, but feel. With Brighton's multicultural energy as a backdrop, this becomes more than a performance - it's the beginning of the night. Arrive early. Feel it build. Step out into the city as the game begins. This is not a conventional concert - it's something you experience. Very limited capacity - early booking strongly recommended.

Old Man Luedecke | Folklore Sessions Presents; Old Man Luedecke + Pierce Joyce 1st July 2026 | The Folklore Rooms £17adv | 18+ Old Man Luedecke is the recording name of two time JUNO award winning and Polaris prize nominated singer songwriter Chris Luedecke. A multiple East Coast Music Award winner known for his high energy banjo driven stompers, touching guitar ballads and dry humorous stories, Luedecke has been making a soundtrack to an authentic life for nearly twenty years. Born in Toronto and long time resident of the country near Chester Nova Scotia, Luedecke began recording in the early 2000's DIY folk scene of Halifax. He made his two JUNO winning albums for Black Hen Music in the late 00s with Steve Dawson as producer at Vancouver's famed Factory studio. While on a tour of England in 2009, he met and supported folk roots legend Tim O'Brien who produced Luedecke's next two albums. Tender is the Night was recorded at John's Prine's Butcher Shoppe Studio in Nashville in 2012 and 2015's Domestic Eccentric was recorded in a cabin Luedecke built himself at his home in NS. 2019 saw Luedecke recording Easy Money at both the Banff Centre in Alberta […]

mary in the junkyard: Live + Signing | Fri 3 Jul 18:30-20:30 @Resident Music | £18.86 London-based 3-piece mary in the junkyard have been busy busy busy - amidst a packed festival, touring & boxing schedule, they've managed to record long-awaited debut album 'Role Model Hermit' and they're spending release day here with us at Resident!