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I KNOW KUNG FU - Every Thursday 11 till 3

A club night dedicated to playing fun music: Pop Classics / One Hit Wonders / Current Hits / Guilty Pleasures / Student Anthems. Entry from just £2 and drinks from £1

General Fiasco + PartyClub + Fraser

From Bellaghy, Co.Derry, N.Ireland, General Fiasco's debut album �Buildings' saw the N.Irish band play festivals and dates around the world including Japan & USA as well as festivals such Reading & Leeds, Glastonbury and T-In the Park.

Mojo Fury (at Stereo) + Friend or Faux + The Misfit Crowd

Lisburn rock quartet. In their own words: 'the tearing rasp of Nirvana is coupled with the tight industrialism of Nine Inch Nails'.

Sultans Of Ping + St.Tantrums

Irish band well known for a series of popular singles, such as 'Teenage Punks', 'Michiko' and the cult classic 'Where's Me Jumpe.

Maximo Park *SOLD OUT* + Dutch Uncles

Maximo Park will be showcasing songs from their forthcoming fourth album at two intimate shows which take place at Stoke Sugarmill on May 8 and York's The Duchess on May 9. Tickets Sold Out.

Lunasa (at NCEM)

Ireland's #1 instrumental traditional music legends, Lunasa celebrate the arrival of a new decade with new album La Nua (Irish for 'new day'). So far, the band internationally have sold over 200,000 records.

Stackridge

Stackridge have the distinction of having opened and closed the very first Glastonbury and as the title of their new album 'A Victory For Common Sense' attests the resurrection of the original line up is a cause for celebration for fans, old and new.

Playing The Pilot + The Glass Caves + BULL

Playing The Pilot, a band that is now beginning to gain a good reputation in the area after doing sets for events such as BBC's Children In Need event in Pudsey in late 2011, supporting a heavy number of touring bands and now recording a new EP for 2012.

Richmond Fontaine (Duo) + Richard Buckner + Peter Bruntnell + Boss Caine

Exceptional quadruple bill headed by one of the best country/punk/americana/roots/whatever collectives we've seen in years. All worthy headliners, this exhibition of songwriting and musicianship will not leave you wanting.

One Night Only + Hares + Daytona Lights

North Yorkshire indie-rockers One Night Only return to live action with the announcement of their brand new single "Long Time Coming", which will be released in April to coincide with their 11-date UK tour.

Marcus Bonfanti + Towns And Houses + Echofield

Fast building a reputation as one of the most exciting acts on the UK live circuit with a fierce show, he's earned 2 nominations in the 2011 British Blues Awards (Best Male Vocals & Best Guitarist) to go with his 2 nominations last year.

Paradise Lost + Insomnium + Vreid

West Yorkshire's darkest band are highly regarded exponents of goth metal and death metal, as well as more mainstream rock sounds.

Miss 600 + Battle Lines (Alvin Purple) + The Savoy Ballroom + According To Eve

Miss 600's debut album 'Buying Time' showcases their talent around simple catchy pop tunes with more than a jazz twist and includes collaborations with Maxi Priest, Sam Beeton, Sonna Rele and legendary film composer Ennio Morricone

An Evening with BREED 77 (Special Acoustic tour at Stereo) + The Marianna Hollow

Breed77 explode back into action with Pledge campaign for an exclusive acoustic EP 'Under The Skin' and their new album, 'The Evil Inside'. As well as an acoustic tour of the UK in April!

Marion + Echo Dynamo + Red Chevrons

Marion originally formed in 1993, in Macclesfield, Cheshire. They became synonymous with the Britpop music scene, appearing on the Britpop Now BBC television special. Influenced by other Manchester stars like Joy Division, Buzzcocks and The Smiths.

Copasetics + The Talks + Shotgun Effect

Hard working York based five piece who's sound can be described as a blend of two tone ska, mixed with a little bit of punk and a seasoning of reggae.

Po'Girl + JP Cooper + Union Jill

Po'Girl have become one of Canada's leading musical exports, weaving sweetness, grit & soul. Seven albums in and they've finally made it to York.

The Monochrome Set + Wake The President + The Chacers

One of the most important and influential bands to emerge from the UK post punk scene in the late 70s are back with their original line up.

Chris Helme & Band + Sam Forrest + Andy Gaines

Chris Helme's (ex Seahorses / Yards) long awaited new solo album The Rookery will be released on April 6th 2012. This is our album launch party to celebrate this fine occasion, where Chris and the band will be performing The Rookery in it's entirety.

Bill Wells And Aidan Moffat + RM Hubbert + Epilogues

One of 2011's gems, Aidan and Bill's 'Everything's Getting Older' received rave reviews across the board and featured in many end of year polls. It's a masterpiece, and the live show is unlike any other. Strongly recommended.

Slow Club + Michele Stodart + David McCaffrey + Tom Reeve

Slow Club are Charles Watson and Rebecca Taylor from Sheffield. They sing using quirky lyrics, a variety of percussion instruments and great vocal interplay. To coincide with the tour, the band will release a reworked version of their album track 'The Dog

The ABC Club (at Stereo) + Torches + The Horn The Hunt

One of Yorkshire's finest guitar bands, The ABC Club start 2012 with a brand spanking new EP 'White Lies'. London's Torches and Leeds' The Horn The Hunt make this a show not to miss. Get down early, everyone is great!

Touchstone + Heather Findlay Duo

Rapidly rising effervescent British progressive / modern melodic metal rock five-piece Touchstone released their much anticipated third studio album, 'The City Sleeps' on October 2011 and went straight into the UK Top 40 Rock Charts.

Bowling For Soup - An Acoustic Evening With Jaret & Erik + People On Vacation + Erik Chandler

Tickets on sale Friday 20th January

The Rifles + Likely Lads + Young Believers

London four-piece making heavy rock 'n' roll inspired by the likes of The Clash, Dylan and The Rolling Stones. Citing influences as far reaching as The Smiths and The Streets, their sound is heavily sixties mod yet thoroughly modern.

Anti Nowhere League (at Stereo) + Shotgun Effect

An infamous group of hardcore punk rock anarchists, Anti Nowhere League have been living the punk lifestyle for three decades.

The Popes + Dream Of Apollo Acoustic + Suncraft

Literally building on the critical acclaim of current LP 'Outlaw Heaven' The Popes return early 2012 with a brand new release entitled 'Building A New Church.' A collection of powerful, textured Celtic rock at its finest and including one or two surpr

The Wave Pictures (at Leeds Brudenell Social Club) + This Many Boyfriends

Brilliant Loughborough trio back on tour with new album, 'Long Black Cars', in tow. A great live band with one of the finest catalogue's of indie-pop songs around. Support from the utterly fantastic This Many Boyfriends too.

Savage Messiah + Diamond Plate + BastRad

London based thrash metal from Earache Records!! Look out for new album "Plague of Conscience" in early 2012.

Shot Down Stay Down + Epidemic + Calasis + The Standford Prison Experiment

Shot Down Stay Down a five peice deathcore band from york, taking influences from death metal, hardcore and deathcore to create a unique yet brutal take on the genre already described as the UK's answer Suicide Silence.

The Milk (at Stereo) + Party Club + Littlemores

The Milk's contemporary twist on classic soul, hip-hop and ska has already won a wealth of support. With fans everywhere from NME and The Guardian to Zane Lowe, Huey Morgan and The Sun, the band are one to watch throughout 2012.

Roddy Woomble (Idlewild) + Pelico

Familiar to many thousands of music fans as the front man in the Scottish rock band Idlewild,Roddy Woomble is also a celebrated solo songwriter & performer. On this tour he draws on songs from the new album, along with tunes from his two previous albums,

Veronica Falls + Novella + Chuck Jager + Ambulance

'A gloriously morose blend of melancholia, gothic gloom and a set of tuneful, snarling post punk pop nuggets, all rendered with beautifully structured boy/girl harmonies and a searing, energetic, muscular guitar sound.' Rough Trade

Novana (UK's only tribute to Nirvana) + Memorium + Four Stones Deeper

Complete with all the looks, outfits, stage theatrics and sound... NOVANA gives you a high energy simulation of being at a Live Nirvana concert. NOVANA is the only Nirvana Experience in the UK today!

Portico Quartet + Neuschlaufen

The Portico Quartet is a contemporary modern jazz and ethnic fusion ensemble from South London. Their debut release, Knee Deep in the North Sea, was acclaimed as jazz, folk, and world music Album of the Year for 2007 by Time Out magazine, and was a Mercur

The South + Steel Threads

Dave Hemingway and Ali Wheeler, lead singers of The Beautiful South, Armed with a sensational back catalogue of hits such as 'Song For Whoever', 'Perfect Ten', 'Rotterdam', 'Don't Marry Her', 'You Keep It All In' and 'Old Red Eyes Is Back'

Faraday Concept + Terra Omnia + Dimension + Rugosa

Three of the area's forward thinking metallic rock bands together on the same night.

Hungry Ghosts + Handmadehands + Violet Bones

After an electic string of UK gigs across the full length of 2011, Hungry Ghosts are back with their much awaited second single release 'Cinema Boy', laden with all the trimmings of alluring synths, pounding bass and distorted riffs.

Alice Ostapjuk & Band + Nathan Luke + Adam Howarth + Beth McCarthy

Alice's songs concern anything from loss to love, and fairies to friends. Her comical views of such matters are expressed with a heart warming innocence and honesty that all can relate to.

The Static Jacks + Little Triggers + Perk Culture + The Rumour

Since they forming in New Jersey's the Static Jacks have earnestly burned their own path through indie rock's crowded field. Ignoring music's fickle trends, the Jacks have forged a unique blend of punk, garage, and soul sounds for a sonic punch to the gut

Jacqui McShee's Pentangle + David Hughes + Suzy Bradley & The Morning After

Iconic vocalist Jacqui McShee and her high class band perform Pentangle songs old and new. The original group expanded the frontiers of folk music in the 1960s and '70s incorporating elements of jazz and world music, and enlightened millions.

Underground Railroad (at Stereo) + Honeytone Cody + Thee Piatcions

Spector *SOLD OUT* + David's Lyre + Club Smith

sorry SOLD OUT

You Cried Wolf + Tides + Fall Of The Hero + After The Betrayal

You Cried Wolf are a York b ased 5 piece Post-Hardcore band writing songs which fuse heavy guitars and screamed vocals with, melodic and catchy chorus's.

Colin Blunstone (The Zombies) & Band + Stolen Earth

Frontman of The Zombies and successful singer/songwriter in his own right. "Probably the most quintessentially English pop voice of its generation" - The Times.

Slow Club (at Leeds Brudenell) SOLD OUT + Mad Colours + David McCaffrey

Slow Club are Charles Watson and Rebecca Taylor from Sheffield. They sing using quirky lyrics, a variety of percussion instruments and great vocal interplay. This show is now sold out.

Big Boy Bloater + The Savoy Ballroom

Big Boy Bloater is a British R&B and Blues guitarist and front man who has toured the world. Celebrity fans include Mark Lamarr, Jools Holland and Craig Charles who regularly give him airplay on their BBC shows.

Martha Reeves & The Vandellas + DJ Andy Gaines

Motown's ultimate soul diva who, with The Vandellas, had many hits including Nowhere To Run, Dancing In The Street, Heatwave, Third Finger Left Hand and Jimmy Mac.

Itchy Feet feat. Samba York live

Itchy Feet is back!! A night of unadulterated jumping and jiving to a unique mix of Rock n' Roll, Rhythm n' Blues, Swing, Soul, Funk, Reggae, and Ska.... Get your tickets early, there's never been any left come the night!

Josh Rouse and The Long Vacations + James Walbourne & Kami Thompson

Americana singer-songwriter Josh Rouse showcases his most recent album (his ninth overall), the self-titled debut of his new trio, 'Josh Rouse and The Long Vacations'.

Jonny Gill + Nathan Luke + According To Eve + Martin Wainwright

Jonny Gill (formerly Open Invitation) is one of York's most loved acoustic acts and shared stages with many of well known acts. New single late 2011 and debut album due early 2012.

Toploader + Andy Doonan & The Lightwalks + Rocketsmith

Guaranteed to get you dancing in the moonlight, sunlight and any other light you care to mention, Eastbourne's favourite sons have come a long way since the release of the hauntingly catchy 'Achilles Heel' in 1999.

Likely Lads + La Petite Mort

Informed by the same stripped, garage ethic that has defined a myriad of northern English indie legends, Likely Lads are the most promising four-piece to emerge from York in some time.

Lanterns On The Lake + Sam Airey + David McCaffrey

Fuse the most fragile and graceful end of the folk music spectrum to the most luminous properties of cinemascope rock, and you have the stunning debut album from Newcastle-based sextet Lanterns On The Lake. Reccomended

New Law + Cairo East + The Rumour + Four Stones Deeper

New Law, a local 5 piece band from York who like to keep things real. Played with some tour bands such as like Pete And The Pirates, The Cheek and All The Young

Stonewater + Dimension + Memorium + Faraday Concept

A night of progressive, alternative and melodic rock to tickle yer baubles and celebrate the end of a memorable year for all four acts.

Miaow Miaow + Puppets + Twin Pines + Thomas Robinson

The reader is cordially invited to an evening of raucously dance-provoking, recklessly fun, charmingly obscure music, hosted by York's very finest (if not York's only...) angular pop heroes, Miaow Miaow!

With One Last Breath + You Cried Wolf + River City Ransom + Shot Down Stay Down

With One Last Breath are finally back to headline their hometown since they last did 9 months ago. With an album on the way, the band will be introducing some of their new matirial.

Captain Zippy + The Blueprints + Dancing With Havoc

Captain Zippy is an eight piece soul 'n' roll sensation. With their new vocalist, and expanded horn section they're sounding tighter than ever and won Best of the Bands 2011 at The Grand Opera House having been together only three months!

BLACKOUT featuring Benji (SKINDRED) DJ set

The fastest rising and best rock frontman and band in the UK right now if not the WORLD - multi metal award winners SKINDREDS BENJI WEBB is coming to Blackout to bring his blistering party rock anthems and stone cold classics to our dancefloor.

It's A Base Thing
Rogue State + Jo Kira + Goku Live + Circulation DJ's

The Jamm

The Jam may have 'Beat Surrendered' in 1982, but you can still relive the excitement, feel the energy and power of a real live show with The Jamm, without doubt the most dynamic and genuinely authentic Jam tribute in the World!

Steve Harley (Cockney Rebel)

Much-loved rocker showing no signs of slowing down! Judy Teen, Mr Soft, Here Comes The Sun, Mr Raffles and, of course, Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me).

Amplifier

Already cited numerous times as having released one of the albums of the year back in January, AMPLIFIER extend the tentacles of The Octopus for a December UK tour.

Fun House - CANCELLED

Sunday is Funday. A brand new night for good wholesum fun. Playing a fun mix of Pop, Cheese, Indie, Dance, Guilty Pleasures. ���£3 entry LGBT Soc Membership.

Lizzy Borden - CANCELLED

Unfortunately this show has been cancelled.

Malcolm Middleton (at Stereo) + Human Don't Be Angry

Returning after a two year self-imposed "Song Strike", Malcolm Middleton is once again taking to the stage in an effort to comfort and cajole like-minded (or not-so) folk across the land

Simon McBride + Tom Kay Trio

Simon McBride has received rave reviews, not only for his stellar guitar playing but also his singing and song writing talents. Hailing from Belfast, Simon evokes the spirit of such great bands as Free and Led Zeppelin.

Futures (at Fruit, Hull) + The Dead Famous

Futures is a four-piece rock band from Buckinghamshire, England. Futures received critical acclaim and widespread popularity whilst remaining unsigned and in June 2010 the band signed to Mercury Records.

The Quireboys + Scream Arena + BastRad

One of the UK's finest Rock 'n' Roll Bands. For fifteen years, the Quireboys have been synonymous with hand-made rock music, spiced with edgy riffs, driving rhythms and their frontman's unique voice.

I Dream In Colour (at Stereo) + Who Shot Bene

With bludgeoning beats, intricate guitar lines and soaring choruses, I Dream In Colour are a peerless live act. Add to this a vocalist in Richard Judge, whose near-operatic tones can channel messieurs Bellamy and Buckley.

Lisa Hannigan + Gavin Glass

Stunning Irish songstress who's new Joe Henry produced album 'Passenger' is all set to have the nations music critics wetting themselves again. This will be pretty special and it's a real pleasure for us to host.

The Virginmarys + Hellbound Hearts + Asio's Eyes

Consisting of Ally Dickaty (Guitar/Vocals), Matt Rose (Bass/Vocals) and Danny Dolan (Drums). The Virginmarys are making a name for themselves as one of the hottest young bands around.

Kate Walsh + According To Eve

Soulful and delicate singer-songwriter Kate Walsh, hailing from Brighton via Essex. Complemented by delicate finger-picked guitar and a spine-tinglingly celestial voice.

Joker (Club Show) + Royce Rolls + Circulation DJ's

Joker is a programmer/producer and DJ from Bristol. Mixes that influences Dr. Dre�s style to G-funk to video game tracks to more bass styles than your rip cage can handle.

Transmission - The Sound Of Joy Division + Luxury Stranger

Devoted to recreating the atmosphere of a live gig, leading UK tribute Transmission emulate the dark cavernous sound of post-punk pioneers Joy Division, more than twenty years on ...

The Asa Hawks + Pelico + Young Believers + The Chacers

Really sweet dreamy, sixties-influenced folkies from Leeds, The Asa Hawks haven't been a band very long, but it's clear their heading in the right direction and we're delighted to have them. Ace support bill too.

Airship (at Stereo) + Young British Artists

Since forming in 2008, Manchester four-piece Airship have notched up acclaimed support tours with Editors, Biffy Clyro, The Joy Formidable and Frightened Rabbit. With a new album also being released this year they are firm 'ones to watch.

Japanese Voyeurs (at The Basement) - POSTPONED + Dud + Ramona

The band have had to postpone a bunch of their tour dates including this one. Hold on to your tickets we’ll have a new date very shortly.

Black Diamond Bay + Who Shot Bene + One Way Street + Forgetting Yesterday

Black Diamond Bay are a six piece Slo Mo band of no fixed abode. Their ominous, brooding sound blends violins, guitars, synths, vocals and live electric drums that beat somewhere between 95 and 118 BPM.

Strawbs (full band) + Stolen Earth

Strawbs will be playing their biggest selling album 'Hero and Heroine' in its entirety. The front line of the band is as it was in 1974 and comprises David Cousins guitar & vocals, Dave Lambert lead guitar & vocals, and bass player Chas Cronk.

Panda Cubs

Be sure to come along and witness the rapid accent of this new band in York's music scene, bearing witness to their new wave blend of choral shoegaze electro indie-pop!

LOLLYPOP - Halloween Special

Probably the best Halloween Party in town. Full venue decor / Free Facepainting / Free blood shot on entry / Halloween Cocktails / Cash prizes for best fancy dress. Plus the usual amazing drinks deals and cheap entry.

John Cooper Clarke + Henry Raby

"Expressing yourself in seventeen syllables is very diffic" according to The Salford Stick Insect, all shades, birds-nest hairdo and drainpipes. The delivery of an auctioneer with a grudge against the world. Brilliant.

U2-2 + Black Lit City

U2-2 are the world's leading U2 tribute. Formed by current members in 1993 under the name 'Achtung Baby', this band have now performed over a 1000 concerts and often mistaken as the real thing.

John Foxx + The Maths + Tara Busch

John Foxx + The Maths will be performing material from their new album Interplay, as well as classic songs from early Ultravox and Foxx's solo career

The Doors Alive

Legendary 60s Californian rock gurus! Complete with iconic frontman even if he did prefer redheads and getting his old man out on stage. Original instruments and arrangements; genuine stoner psychedlic blues-rock.

OXJAM TAKEOVER with The Struts + Dream Of Apollo + Hello Eskimo + Captain Zippy

The OXJAM TAKEOVER is one of the countries biggest charity fundraisers with events taking place nation wide. Come and support some great bands for a good cause.

Erik Mongrain (at The Basement)

Erik Mongrain has become an International internet phenomenon with his amazing guitar tapping. His internet videos on have now been seen by more than 3 million people around the world!

Herman Dune + Sean Flynn & The Royal We

This Parisian born pop duo, swing by The Duchess for their first ever York show. Witty, catchy and heartfelt songwriting, displayed more than ever on their latest gem, 'Strange Moosic'.

Rocketsmith + California Fortune + One Way Street + Lipstick Sunbeam

Rocketsmiths hookie guitar riffs, strong vocals, sing along choruses and life story lyrics are turning Rocketsmith into a much loved band, with new fans being gained at every performance.

Chapel Club + Clock Opera + Who Shot Bene

Fresh from last autumn's NME Radar Tour Chapel Club have been many people's 'ones to watch' lists of late. Heavily influenced by the dark and moody sounds of Joy Division, New Order and Morrissey.

Rod Picott + Frank Vignola

Gothic poetry and gorgeous melody from an American, acoustic guitar and fiddle duo who've between them worked with or played alongside Gillian Welch, Alison Krauss, Slaid Cleaves, The Texas Playboys, the Drive By Truckers and many more. Great support too.

Roddy Woomble (at Harrogate Theatre) + Chris Helme

Familiar to many thousands of music fans as the front man in the Scottish rock band Idlewild,Roddy Woomble is also a celebrated solo songwriter & performer. Following from his fantastic show with us in March, Roddy now plays the stunning Harrogate Theatre

Morpheus Rising + Lost Effect + Cryptic Age

York's own Morpheus Rising add a modern twist to British Heavy Rock with Prog, Goth, Thrash and the US metal/rock scene also being cited. The New Wave of British Heavy Metal dragged kicking and screaming into the new millennium. NWoBHM-TNG?!

L.A.Guns + Damn Dice + BastRad

The line up of original vocalist Phil Lewis, Steve Riley, Stacey Blades and Scotty Griffin, make these classic, LA glam metallers the Guns to see.

Beth Jeans Houghton + According To Eve

Her sound is an eclectic blend of folk, folk rock and lofi pop, and both her recordings and live performances are a welcome breath of fresh air for the �female� genre in music. Expect frantic, ballsy fashion decisions with pure sonic loveliness to bac

Warrior Soul - CANCELLED

Sorry this show has been cancelled. Refunds from point of purchase

The Twang

Following on from the sold out success of their homegrown Guapa EP in March, The Twang's next album is now complete. To band have announced a full UK Tour and their next single Paradise.

Coquette Burlesque and Cabaret present:
September Spectacular + Havana Hurricane + The Phenomenotes (Live Band)

York's leading producers of burlesque and cabaret entertainment present their biggest and best show yet. Loads of treats in stall for this, check out the event page for full info.

Viva Brother (at Hull University) + Black Delta Movement + Bridge Club

Describing their music as 'gritpop', Viva Brother (formerly just 'Brother') are Slough-based Britpop revivalists currently garnering a lot of interest from the music press and are ones to watch for 2011.

Proxies (at Stereo) + Hello Eskimo

The electronic rock three piece have spent their time perfecting an energy-driven live show based around driving guitars infused with live electronica. You may have already caught these guys live supporting the likes of Hakouken!

Wheatus + MC Frontalot + Math The Band + City Stereo

The tour will mark the tenth anniversary of "Teenage Dirtbag" (which re-entered the Top 40 this year). After their 2nd and 3rd albums, Wheatus continue to regularly write, record, and tour 100% independently.

Karima Francis + Chris Helme + Troy Faid

This Blackpool singer returns to the fold in 2011, after taking a year out. Soulful balladry in the Joan Armatrading, Aretha Franklin, Tracy Chapman vein. Back with a new album for 2011 and sure to make a splash. Great support bill too.

Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle

Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle three members of the BBC acclaimed Transatlantic Sessions will play The Duchess as part of a unique tour. It's a rare chance to see three of the world's finest folk musicians share a stage together.

The Beat + Copasetics + Hot Fudge

Two Tone Ska legends featuring Ranking Roger, Everett, Saxa,Neil Deathridge, Tony O'Donnell, Andy Pearson, Dave 'Blockhead' Wright and Roger's son Murphy.

Flails + Fawn Spots + Tom Robinson (ex-Ghosts On The Iintercom / Slow Season) + Fractals

Ace York-centric bill with a bunch of bands beginning with F, yeah, you should hear what we call Tom. Anyway, it's been too long since Flails were on stage in town, fine racket-y pop from them. Punky dissonance from hot duo Fawn Spots, the last ever show

Dan Mangan + Gary Stewart Band + Andy Gaines + Open Invitation & Nathan Luke

This brilliant Canadian singer-songwriter brings his band to The Duchess on his way home from The End Of The Road Festival. Strongly recommended, particularly if you're into eclectic wonders Wilco, Broken Social Scene or Clem Snide.

Donate For Great
Believe in F.A.T.E + Tomorrow We Radio + We Could Be Astronauts + Prowl + Crave + Shade The Press

MASSIVE Charity Gig for Great Ormond Street Hospital and Pulmonary Hypertension Association -PHA-UK. This event was a big success last year and this year we want to better that again.

The Final Crisis + Goggle Eyed Psycho + Cryptic Age + Atlas

Neanderthal Records delivers their first showcase of some of the regions finest rock and metal acts.

Galtres Festival (Crayke, N-Yorks)
Levellers + The Men They Couldn't Hang + Club Smith + many more

Taking in place in Crayke just outside of York, Galtres Festival boasts some of the countries best acts, along with prime local talent, 100+ beers and ciders, locally produced food and a fun family atmosphere. Adult weekend tickets just £60.

Galtres Festival (Crayke, N-Yorks)
British Sea Power + Puressence + Mostly Autumn + many more

Taking in place in Crayke just outside of York, Galtres Festival boasts some of the countries best acts, along with prime local talent, 100+ beers and ciders, locally produced food and a fun family atmosphere. Adult weekend tickets just £60.

The Burns Unit

An 8-piece Scottish-Canadian "supergroup" whose multi-faceted sound can be described as "indie pop meets carnival rock. The band features award-winning folk singer Karine Polwart; alt-folk royalty King Creosote and indie queen Emma Pollock

Galtres Festival warm-up show
Littlemores + The Buccaneers + The Blueprints + These City Walls

Some top local bands warm-up for their shows at this year's Galtres Festival, including indie/ska 4 piece Littlemores.

A Foreigners Journey

Both Foreigner and Journey collectively have sold well over 130 million albums worldwide, including several top ten hits around the world. A Foreigners Journey pay tribute to two of the biggest rock bands of our time

TRIVIUM PROMO @ BLACKOUT - Rock Night, Every Friday 11 till 3am

TRIVIUM unleash their new record on Aug 8th and we've got band and label merch to giveaway to celebrate this! First come first served for the standard goodies and the special stuff? well watch this space!

Golden Captive + Silvertone + Cape Tequila

Three top rock and roll bands from around the area.

C.W. Stoneking + Fox N North + David McCaffrey

CW. Stoneking is a musician who draws influence from pre-war blues, jazz, 1920s calypso, folklore, and personal experience to produce his unique original songs. His show features the amazing brass band the 'Primitive Horn Orchestra'.

DAY OF THE DEAD FESTIVAL
theFALLEN + River City Ransom + Mantra + Cowards + Beneath The Scarr & Tides

The 4th year of YORK'S BIGGEST INDOOR METAL FESTIVAL. This Year is even bigger and goes over two days, cheap entry for all.

Athlete: The Hits - Stripped Back + My First Tooth

From early influences Grandaddy and The Flaming Lips to double-platinum album sales to an Ivor Novello Award (Wires) and beyond. The quintessential English band; guitar-soaked electronica bubbles underneath sweeping soundscapes and songs with a BIG heart

Justin Townes Earle

With inspirations as diverse as Townes Van Zandt, Jimmy Reed, Kurt Cobain, The Replacements, Ray Charles and The Pogues, Justin forged his own brand of American roots music.

DV8 Festival w/ March Violets + Anne-Marie Hurst + Uninvited Guest + In Isolation + Dyonisis

DV8 Festival w/ March Violets + Anne-Marie Hurst + Uninvited Guest + In Isolation + Dyonisis. DV8 Festival is fast becoming the UK's number one goth and alternative festival. For full details of this years event visit http://www.dv8fest.com/.

DV8 Festival w/ O Children + The Chapman Family + Cold In Berlin + Partly Faithful

DV8 Festival w/ O Children + The Chapman Family + Cold In Berlin + Partly Faithful. DV8 Festival is fast becoming the UK's number one goth and alternative festival. For full details of this years event visit http://www.dv8fest.com/.

All The Young + Skint And Demoralised + Likely Lads + New Law

All The Young, from Stoke-On-Trent, are a four piece indie rock band who you may have seen recently on tour with Brother. Think The Twang, The Enemy and Oasis, expect big guitar hooks, and singalong choruses.

Small Fakers (Small Faces Tribute) + Nick Tudor

After their three night stay at The Islington Academy, performing the classic album 'Ogden's Nut Gone Flake' to rave reviews, this is a rare chance to catch this much vaunted tribute act. With Steve and Ronnie sadly no longer with us, this is as close as

Babeshadow + La Petite Mort + The 420's + Fraser

Tripping on a summer ray of good vibration moonshine, Babeshadow are an Arcadian beat-combo for our time. They make a buoyant and lovelorn guitar-twanging kind of pop music, for hot nights and romancers and dancers.

Captain Zippy + Rams' Pocket Radio + Hello Eskimo + Sewing Operation

Captain Zippy is an eight piece soul n roll sensation, formed earlier this year and already winners of the York School's Best of the Bands 2011.

Glamour of the Kill + Beyond All Reason + RSJ + Mitzi's Revenge

York metal mob Glamour of the Kill return to The Duchess for a special warm-up show in preparation of their appearance at this year’s Sonisphere Festival. The band released their debut album ‘The Summoning’ earlier this year.

FOE + Ramona + Say I'm Insane

Darren Hayman (at THE BASEMENT) + Just Handshakes (We're British)

Former Hefner frontman returns to York to perform songs from his most recent 'record', 'January Songs', the newly re-issued Hefner album 'Dead Media' and his last solo album proper, 'Essex Arms'. Armed with just acoustic guitar and ukelele, Darren is a ge

New Law + One Way Street + Fraser

New Law, a local 5 piece band from York who like to keep things real. Played with some tour bands such as like Pete And The Pirates, The Cheek and The Universal.

The Clone Roses

The Clone Roses are regarded as the UK's No1 Tribute to Manchester legends "The Stone Roses" The Clone Roses have the looks and sounds of The Stone Roses and include all the classics in their set.

Andy Doonan & The Lightwalks + Jess Gardham Band

Andy's album launch for his debut album, 'Lights And Mirrors', which was recorded late last year by Pigeon Detectives producer Andy Hawkins.

Top Banana - Every Friday 10:30 till 3!

Band new Pop & Guilty Pleasures Club Night. Expect to hear the likes of Lady Gaga, Kings Of Leon, Ke$ha, Rihanna, Robbie, Vanilla Ice, MJ, Bon Jovi, Girls Aloud, Paulo Nutini etc etc

Tribes (at Stereo)

Joining the dots between Mudhoney and The Libertines, Camden's Tribes their debut EP 'We Were Children' (which has already gained Zane Lowes coveted ‘Hottest Record In The World' status) and embark on a UK tour. Catch them in York in the intimate surround

Adam Ant & The Good The Mad And The Lovely Posse *SOLD OUT*

Adam Ant is hitting the road for his first full UK tour in over 15 years. Adam scored ten UK top ten hits, including three No.1 singles. Tickets on sale Friday 1st April. Early ticket purchase essential.

Captain Sensible + 20 Tons of TNT

Best known as a co-founder (with Chris Miller, aka Rat Scabies) of the punk band the Damned, Raymond Burns, aka Captain Sensible, is one of the most beguiling and talented individuals to emerge from the punk era.

D:Ream + Echo Dynamo

D:Ream formed in 1990, releasing classic dance tunes. Ur The Best Thing, Unforgiven and the seminal pop tune, Things Can Only Get Better. The band are now back with new material. Please note this a rescheduled date. All original tickets remain valid.

The Phoenix Foundation + Bachelorette

Taking a route increasingly denied to British pop, these New Zealanders have been able to develop under the radar over a decade before delivering what feels like a major breakthrough. Song writing this good doesn’t come along often.

Owen Brinley (postponed)

This show has been postponed. We’ll be announcing a new date for this show very shortly. Original tickets will remain valid or you may get a refund from point of purchase.

Smoke Fairies + Mechanical Bride

London based duo of Jessica Davies and Katherine Blamire, who together hauntingly fuse together elements of English folk, Deep South blues and Appalachian ballads into a beautiful cohesive whole.

Gentleman's Dub Club + The Agitator + Irie Vibes DJs

The mighty GDC are back! One of the top live ska/reggae/dub bands in the country are here to make you dance yer ass off. Amazing here in November, this is your chance to catch em before they assault ALL the summer festivals once more.

Alabama 3 - *SOLD OUT* + Boss Caine

THIS SHOW IS NOW SOLD OUT. Sorry.

Terry Reid + Mark Wynn

Terry Reid, Superlungs as he's affectionately known, is without doubt one of the greatest rock/soul voices this country has ever produced or is indeed likely to.

The Computers + Drowned In Flames + The Hangnails + Sewing Operation

The Computers sound lies somewhere inbetween Elvis Costello & The Attractions and Black Flag, with some Rocket From The Crypt thrown in for good measure! Fantastic high energy live show. Debut album out soon.

Dorien Starre + The Bitter Image + Percy + Overreact

Dorien Starre are a four piece band from York who specialise in pulsating melodramatic indie rock. Leo's vocals are described by Fly Regional as ‘croony stylish' with ‘a flair for the catchy'.

Peter Case (at The Basement) + Frontier Ruckus + Boss Caine

Former Plimsouls and The Nerves (Hanging On The Telephone) frontman has recovered enough to go out on tour in support of his new album 'Wig'. A Rare opportunity.

Kings of Rock n Metal
Asperity + Beyond The Wake + Out Break UK + By Default

York Rock and Metal bands going head to head for some awesome prizes. First round shows March/April. Semifinals in May. Final in June

Bank Holiday Indie All Dayer
Hungry Ghosts + Littlemores + The Shadracks + The Polarsets + Old Joy + Likely Lads + These City Walls + more tbc

Another full day programme a top notch local bands. We’re still working on the full line-up and details, keep checking back for more info.

Sandi Thom + Marcus Bonfanti

From No 1 debut single superstar to folk-rock blues, Sandi Thom has a breadth of talent most of today's so-called divas would murder for. A compelling and enchanting performer.

Times New Viking + Dignan Porch + Fawn Spots

Times New Viking are not a font but a rather audaciously talented trio from Columbus, Ohio. Known for shrouding their three-cornered pop constructions in clouds of tape hiss and buzzing noise. New album out soon on Witchita

The Durutti Column

The legendary Manchester band are celebrating over 30 years of music with a couple of very special one off shows to launch their new album, which will be given its world premiere at this show.

Oli Brown Band (please note date change) + Colours & The Kids

Championed by absolutely everyone, Oli Brown is the British blues scene's big new name. Two albums in and only 21, the future is extremely bright for this guitar virtuoso. The three piece Oli Brown Band is here and WILL smoke yer socks off!

Pete & The Pirates + New Law + The Darlings

Reading's prime guitar pop exponents Pete & The Pirates are back with a band new record. The band are taking such potent thrills of motorcycles, blood, sex, guns and insanity and mixing into their infectious pop stew on their second album.

These City Walls + Stone Ugly + Sewing Operation + Surveillance

These City Walls are four boys from York who spend far to much time together, writing catchy pop/rock, guitar driven tunes.

Brother (at Stereo) *SOLD OUT* + All The Young + Likely Lads

THIS SHOW IS NOW SOLD OUT

Ben Howard + Nathan Luke + Marbled

Recently seen supporting the likes of Xavier Rudd, Fink, Brett Dennen and Angus and Julia Stone . Ben Howard embarks on his own headlining tour to promote his new EP.

Misty Miller (at The Basement)

Misty Miller is a bright young emerging talent from London. Playing her own unique blend of self-penned Pop/Folk songs on the Ukulele, 16 year old Misty Miller comes very hotly tipped, and has drawn comparisons to that of a young Laura Marling.

From The Jam

More of a supergroup than a tribute act, original bassist with The Jam, Bruce Foxton is joined by drummer Mark Brzezicki (Big Country / The Cult / Procol Harum / Pete Townsend's band) and exceptional guitarist and vocalist Russell Hastings.

Likely Lads + The Darlings + Surveillance + Ben White

2 local York lads are cycling from London to Paris in 24 hours in June for Scope. Before they do so they are trying to raise £2000 for the charity who work with disabled children and their families to give them a better standard of life.

We Could Be Astronauts + Verona Fault Line

The return of We Could Be Astronauts, gig number four for this rock bohemoth, featuring the ex-Hijak Oscar rhythm section and members of Idle Jack & The Big Sleep. Riff-heavy, epic and melodic rock workouts of the finest kind.

Roddy Woomble + Chris Helme

Familiar to many thousands of music fans as the front man in the Scottish rock band Idlewild, Roddy Woomble is also a celebrated solo songwriter & performer.

Kings of Rock n Metal
A View From A Burning City + We've Got Your Daughter + River City Ransom

York Rock and Metal bands going head to head for some awesome prizes. First round shows March/April. Semifinals in May. Final in June

Echo Dynamo + The Tired Eyes + Red Chevrons + Golden Captive

Local rock, and indie rock showcase.

The Best of The Adverts with...
TV Smith & The Valentines + Hi-Fi Spitfires + 20 Tons Of TNT

TV Smith, songwriter and frontman for legendary 1977 punks The Adverts hooks up with Bologna’s The Valentines to perform the classic first Adverts album live. This UK tour is your first opportunity to hear these songs for 33 years!

Lau + T.W.O

Folk group comprising Kris Drever (guitar & vocals), Martin Green (accordion) and Aidan O'Rourke (fiddle) who perform traditional music with a contemporary feel.

Black Paper Cats + Saints Remedy + Magpie Silver + PseudoNympho

York trio with a wealth of influences that manifest themselves in a set full of guitar driven blues rock.

With One Last Breath + Beyond All Reason + Drowned In Flames + Asperity

With a new front man, a new bass player and a whole new direction in sound, With One Last Breath are coming back to their hometown to tear apart The Duchess

URY Presents
Chuck Jager + Taming The Savage + The Rammers + Tuyo Moi + URY DJs

URY takeover The Duchess with a selection on University bands plus DJs.

Rock Sound Exposure Tour
Dinosaur Pile Up + Japanese Voyeurs + The Xcerts + These City Walls

Rock Sound magazine is pleased to announce its first Exposure Tour. Focusing on up-and-coming bands that the magazine has been championing, the Exposure Tour kicks off in February with three hotly tipped UK acts that are heading for big things in 2011 pla

Ben Ottewell (Gomez) + The Robot Heart + Ryan Spendlove

Gomez singer, songwriter and guitarist to release first solo album 'Shapes and Shadows' on February 7th. Ben will be playing songs from his solo album as well as some Gomex classics.

Benjamin Francis Leftwich + The Sorry Kisses + Pocket Satellite + David McCaffrey

A welcome return for York based singer-songwritter Benjamin Francis Leftwich. After a successful end to 2010, releasing his debut EP, his first headline tour and praise from all the major DJs, Ben is back with a new EP and some more big shows.

HERBAL MAFIA Presents Distance

More deep bass and tech-y wobble from the Herbal Mafia crew. This week with Planet Mu/Fwd>> artists Distance.

The Paper Tigers + Stone Ugly + Headstart

York based pop rock quintet The Paper Tigers continue to put their stamp on the local music scene as the 'ones to watch'. Tonight they release their eagerly awaited debut EP.

Metal Hammer Razor Tour
Sylosis + Bleed From Within + While She Sleeps + Anterior

Metal Hammer is proud to announce the first three bands of the Metal Hammer Razor Tour 2011! Sylosis, Bleed From Within and While She Sleeps are to head out on a 10-day tour around the UK in February with a fourth act to be announced shortly.

Blackbeard's Tea Party

Crazy folk tunes, songs about pirates, fiddles and squeezeboxes, preposterous guitar noise, brass, synth bass and a feast of brutalised international hand percussion!

Glamour of the Kill + Shadows Chasing Ghosts + Melody of Your Demise

York metal mob GLAMOUR OF THE KILL has revealed details of their debut album and a mammoth UK tour. This is their home town show, so expect tickets to go quick.

HERBAL MAFIA presents Kryptic Minds

After the huge success of their 5th birthday party, Herbal Mafia are back, this time with Metalheadz legends Kryptic Minds.

Roll Deep + Platnum + Mz Bratt + Angel + TJ Lyricz

Grime pioneers Roll Deep who's hits include recently number 1's 'Good Time' and 'Green Light' as well as 'Take Control', 'The Avenue', 'Shake A Leg' and many more.

The Vaselines + Schwervon

Formed in 1986, Glasgow's The Vaselines were one of a core group of artists who founded the Scottish post-rock sound in the late eighties and early nineties. Described by Kurt Cobain as his 'most favorite songwriters in the whole world'.

SUBSTANSE presents Northern Lights (aka DJ Steppa & Kitcha)

York's biggest D'n'B party, Substanse, arrives at The Duchess for the first time. Resident Subdub spinner DJ Steppa and his bad buddy, Kitcha headline, also raising the roof will be MC Rafta & MC Talisman (Random Concept), Sagen, Sweep, Brownsoundz, Rozzl

Shadows Lie Within + RSJ + A View From A Burning City

Shadows Lie Within are a 5 piece metal band coming from north Yorkshire, who share a passion for playing the fastest and most brutal metal they can, whilst maintaining a melodic and harmonic structure which will stick in your head for days.

Princes Trust Charity Show
The Deep State Collective + New Law + Kwamz + David McCaffrey + James Shaw

One of the many Princes Trust gigs that happen across the country. Playing this show we have a group of emerging York artists featuring New Law, Kwamz, James Shaw, Deep State Collective and David McCaffrey.

Herbal Mafia 5th Birthday Party + Chasing Shadows + Benny Page & Zero G + Dr Syntax + Lego & Tenchoo

Herbal Mafia kick off the new year with a spectacular party bringing you the finest in Hiphop, Dubstep and Drum&Bass at York's biggest and best live venue - The Duchess! Feat. CHASING SHADOWS, BENNY PAGE & ZERO G, DR SYNTAX and more. Party. On.

I Am Kloot **SOLD OUT** + Dan Michaelson & The Coastguards

This show is now SOLD OUT folks.

We Could Be Astronauts + Do The Right Thing + Idiophonic

Ooooh, treat here. The debut gig from We Could Be Astronauts featuring Rob Hughes and Simon Himsworth of Idle Jack and The Big Sleep and Dave Hartley and Mark Meilack, the rhythm section of Hijak Oscar. This should be a full on rawk fest folks!

THC + Jump The Gun + Pearldive + 420's

Some great upcoming local bands descend upon The Duchess.

G.T.Turbo's Annual Christmas Eve Allstar Charity Rock'n'Rollathon

THE musical Christmas Eve party returns once more with you're beardy host, Mr. GT Turbo and a wide selection of his musical buddies. All for Charity too folks.

The Sockits + Likely Lads + One Way Street + Just Georgie

The Sockits are a York band who have been gigging for a while now and with a strong fan base are still playing whenever they can. There tunes are catchy and powerful with some awsome vocals from frontman Aran Mcrae

Panic! - Every Friday 10:30 till 3!

Brand new to The Duchess, expect to hear the best in the latest Indie, Rock'n'Roll, Electro and Pop music with a healthy dose of classic tunes thrown in for good measure!

Acoustic Ladyland - The Farewell Tour + Matt Anderson Quartet

This is the final ever tour for this precocious quartet. Led by the sax assault of former BBC Young Jazz Musician of The Year Pete Wareham, their brand of aggressive noise owes as much to punk rock as it does the likes of John Zorn and Venetian Snares.

Sonic Boom Six + Dead Rebellion + Copasetics

There really is no-one else quite like the Manchester energetic, pogo-inspiring, witty lyric spouting ska kids, taking the liveliest bits of punk, ska, rap-reggae and hip hop and turning 'em something loved by everyone from Reel Big Fish to Paramore.

The View + Sound of Guns + Love In The Asylum

The View make the kind of music that Primal Scream and The Charlatans would be proud of - clashing guitars, swirling melodies, unexpected crescendos and psychedelic vocals.

Mr H & Up The Racket presents Electric Six + Eureka Machines

Disco, synth pop, glam and arena rock from Detroit, all wrapped up in macho flippancy and tongue-in-cheek pomposity so be warned ... High Voltage!

Itchy Feet

Never before seen in York, we bring you the launch of Itchy Feet - a night of unadulterated jumping and jiving to a unique mix of Rock n' Roll, Rhythm n' Blues, Swing, Soul, Funk, Reggae, and Ska.

Mr H presents The Wedding Present: Bizarro Tour! + The Jet Age

David Gedge's indie pioneers, still as relevant as ever, performing in full their major label debut Bizarro. Originally from Leeds and, alongside The Fall, Buzzcocks and Gang Of Four, defining an era and beyond!

Dar Williams + Suzy Bradley

Oooh, one of very few opportunities to see this special singer songwriter. Dar's touring her new album which features big hitters Sean and Sara Watkins of Nickel Creek, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Patty Larkin, Motherlode, and Gary Louris (Jayhawks).

INSPADES.INC + Modern Day Chicane + iHeart

From the ashes of Stewart King's solo project; Satori, comes Inspades.Inc. Blending hook laden bridges with epic choruses and introspective lyrics

Hedfone Party! (Silent Disco) - CANCELLED

Sorry guys - due to unforeseen circumstance Tuesday's Hedfone Party/Silent Disco is cancelled. Check back soon for a new date.

Shooglenifty

Stalwarts of the Scottish folk and fusion "acid croft" scene; the Edinburgh roots/rave legends were key matchmakers between Scottish traditional music and contemporary dance sounds. Dance is all ...

Up The Racket presents The Levellers *SOLD OUT* + Thomas White

A "return to their roots" tour for punk/folk roots Brighton band, playing and touring for twenty years and defiantly undimmed. Still politically active, still opinionated, still writing great music and STILL a great band.

Mr H presents Matt Schofield + The Dan Hudson Blues Band + The Dan Burnett Band

Whipping up a storm BOTH sides of the Atlantic and setting the blues world on fire. Virtuoso trio with Stevie Ray Vaughn muscle, Robben Ford jazz and Meters funk. One of the UK's top blues guitarists right now.

Abe Vigoda + Munch Munch + Missing Kids + You Set The Scene DJs

This LA based four piece are back on the road supporting their massive sounding new album 'Crush'. Pop levels are still cranked but expect more washing synths this time around, and a surprising eighties vibe.

Up The Racket presents The Lancashire Hotpots + The Re-Entrants

Is tha' reet owd cocker? You can keep 'yer white wine spritzer and Babycham is fer thy sister. Les Dawson, Peter Kay and Fred Dibnah set to wildly funny and deadly accurate Lancashire tales of ordinary life.

The Frank Vignola Trio

Not only is the Long Island genius one of the most accomplished, multi-dimensional players walking the planet today, he's a monster player, composer and improviser, from jazz to bluegrass and everything in between.

Death Promotions presents The Halloween Festival feat. RSJ + The Fallen + Asperity + The Rock A Dolls - F**ked up Crazy Sexy Naughty Berlesque + Cairngorm, Acid Majesty + Mitzi's Revenge

Get your Scariest , sickest, Funny, Fucked up Costume On and head Down to The DUCHESS this HALLOWEEN ! For a Crazy Night Of METAL n BERLESQUE Maddness!. Yorks Locial Legends RSJ will be ripping the place apart !- Not to be Missed

Hotter Than Hell - Kiss Tribute

The Halloween party weekend begins with the premier Kiss tribute outfit in Europe, Hotter Than Hell. Expect free face painting and ridiculous on stage antics, it's gonna be a crazy, crazy night!!

[spunge] + Copasetics + Take The Lead

The absolute daddies of UK ska punk scene, [spunge] have toured with Green Day and Bowling For Soup, and in March opened for Dropkick Murphys. Now in their 16th year and with five albums under their belt, the band are still breathtakingly good live.

Benjamin Francis Leftwich + David McCaffrey + Alice Ostapjuk + Joshua Savage

Ben Leftwich heads out on a full UK headline tour to support the release of his debut EP 'A Million Miles Out'. It's about time his dreamy acoustic pop was heard by the masses, Ben's in possession of a voice could easily make him a household name.

The Buccaneers + The Blueprints

Kicking off an ace weekend of local talent, The Buccaneers return to The Duchess with a new line-up and a host of new material. Reeking of blooze, The Buccs fire out stomping, harp drenched, garage rock nuggets with consummate ease. Corkin'.

Dirty Little Secret! - Every Thursday 10:30 till 3!

This is York's newest and most request friendly Student Night where you can anonymously confess to your darkest little secret!

Random Hand + Don't Let Paris Fool You

Insane Ska/Punk/Metal party monsters from West Yorkshire. They absolutely rinsed the Lock Up stage at this year's Leeds/Reading, have previously supported Reel Big Fish, Voodoo Glow Skulls, Leftover Crack and Propagandhi as well as performing at Rebellion

The Engine Room + Paisley + Costanza!

Ex-Universals frontman returns to battle with The Engine Room. Soulful indie rock with enough hooks and melody to please.

The Sockits + Thrive + The Standbys + Fine And Dandy

Four band local showcase focusing on up and coming young guitar bands.

Donate For Great - Special Charity Event with Guest Compere Adam Benericetti + Kiss Kiss Kill + Elan Vitale + Rosie + From Almost The End + Crave + Katie And The Questions + IHeart + The Memphis Crash

An evening put on by Gemma Holloway bringing York bands and businesses together to support Alfie Oliver and Great Ormand Hospital.

The Christians + Adam Dawson

Ten Top 40 hits (inc Ideal World, Harvest For The World, Words, Hooverville) and a No 1 album later, Garry Christian is still fronting probably the UK's best known pop/soul act with a gorgeous voice and delivery. Ferry cross the Mersey, la!

The Damned + Don't Let Paris Fool You

With a touring schedule that would make most young bands wet their designer jeans, The Damned continue to amaze audiences with a stage show full of energy and humorous deadpan cool. The Captain and Dave Vanian still rule!

Hot Fuss - tribute to The Killers

Bursting out of Vegas in 2002, The Killers' brand of 80s styled big tunes quickly conquered the charts with debut Hot Fuss. Named after that seminal album, tonight's tribute bring their love and feel for the music to every performance.

Peter Green and friends - CANCELLED + Mostly Autumn + Matt Watkinson - legendary Penthouse DJ!

One of the all-time classic guitarists - and he's in York with a full band. Featuring Fleetwood classics and Peter's own genius take on blues, r'n'b and soul. "He has he sweetest tone I ever heard ... gave me cold sweats" - BB King. Only 400 tickets av

York Rox!

You gotta hear this to believe it; twenty or so unintroduced young musicians produce miracles in just four days.

Death Promotions presents Day Of The Dead Festival 2010
Kill The Captain + The Fear (previously Death Defying Life) + Mantra + Asperity + Melody Of Your Demise + Lost Effect + Shadows Lie Within + Pantheon + Epidemic + Acid Majesty

Organised by the area's leading metal promoters, Death Promotions, and including the area's top names Kill The Captain, The Fear (formerly Death Defying Life), Mantra and Asperity. A m*therf*cker of a day, metal madness from start to messy finish.

Matt Seymour's More Raw presents The Falling Spikes + Kasiuss + Jess Gardham + Hot Fudge

Matt Seymour's More Raw Introduces four superb bands...

There ain't NOTHING round here like this ...
Popaganda! Every Saturday night!!

Cool pop! Guilty pleasures! Indie anthems! And the odd cheesy chart smash all squished up in to a jump for joy, sing your heart out Saturday night ball ... there ain't nothing like this around here.

Up The Racket!

The original all-singing, all-dancing, hit-the-ground-running indie electro rave 'n' roll Friday night! Tip Top Box Fresh tuneage and classic leftfield Indie gems served with a helping of the best boom bang alt' beats!

Fish - The FishHeads Club Tour 2010! + Marbled

Defying trends and fashion, and ever the maverick artist and consummate performer, this is part of a limited run of exclusive, acoustic and intimate club shows, up close and personal!

Ash + Red Chevrons

Eight million albums since 1992 and still going strong! Latest release Return Of White Rabbit shows the Downpatrick trio are a powerful force, never mind the eighteen Top 40 hits already.

The Duchess Record Fair

Following on from successful events at Leeds Brudenell Social Club and Manchester's Deaf Institute, records, autographs, memorabilia - listening posts as well. And it's FREE to get in ... 10am - 4pm.

The Christians - PLEASE NOTE RESCHEDULED DATE

*PLEASE NOTE THIS SHOW HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY 28TH AUGUST. TICKETS ARE STILL VALID FOR THE NEW DATE ALTHOUGH ARE ALSO REFUNDABLE FROM POINT OF PURCHASE*

John Power: Cast Acoustic + Marbled + Nick Tudor

Genuine songwriters and performers are to be treasured, revered, preserved and encouraged. John Powers is such a man and tonight's show is jam-packed with Cast material!

Miles Hunt (Wonderstuff) and Erica Nockalls + Suzy Bradley And The Morning After

Now sporting horn-rimmed specs and a rockabilly buzz cut, but the energy, songs and showmanship remain. Appearing with brilliant violinist Erica Nockalls, expect a mellower folkier more jivey Miles - and Stuffies material as well.

Freebass (with Peter Hook, Mani & Andy Rourke)

They've been in the greatest Manchester bands of the last thirty five years and now Peter Hook (Joy Division/New Order), Mani (Stone Roses/Primal Scream) plus Andy Rourke (Smiths) are out there live. Twelve strings are better than four ...

Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster + Fangs + Eureka Machines

Where, you may ask yourself, have they been? New album Blood and Fire brought to you via Russia, rehab, personnel upheaval, scraps and the searing heat of unquenchable souls on fire. It sure scares the sh*t out of us.

Example + Ou Est Le Swimming Pool

Forget Mylo and Calvin Harris. Set to explode in 2010 after two Top 20s (Watch The Sun Come Up and Won't Go Quietly), London rapper Elliot Greave is a good example for us all ...

Guns 2 Roses + Hollywood Tease

Arguably the greatest rock 'n' roll band of the 90s, some would say of all time.

Hedphone Party (Silent Disco) - 2 DJs and not a sound

Put on headphones; choose between 2 DJs: dance and sing. And not a single note can be heard. As seen around the UK club and festival circuit. Nothing can prepare you for how surreal and how much fun this is ...

The Delays + Alvin Purple

Heavenly pop glory, cloud-bursting perfection mixing indie with techno splashes and wonderful wonderful hooky tunes. Their last York show sold out, we expect this to do the same.

Ian McNabb + Chris Johnson

Ex-Icicle Works mainman still packing houses UK-wide with material old and new, showcasing a rare talent for songsmithery. And it helps that he's probably one of the nicest guys in this biz we call show.

Peter Doherty Solo + The Federals + Marbled

Peter Doherty, much-maligned pop genius, storyteller, lyricist, street poet, hopeless romantic and chronicler of British life, is back in York.

Kings Ov Leon

It's not easy covering one of the biggest bands in the world. You gotta be good. Thankfully, Kings Ov Leon are everything you could want, with all the hits from Molly's Chambers to Sex On Fire.

Gloria Cycles + The Fires I Made

Brighton indie pop noiseniks, soundtracked on My Last Five Girlfriends, heaped with industry praise and back on the road. Stabilisers off!