There is something genuinely special about watching a packed room respond so viscerally to Soviet-era rock on a Friday night in Brighton.
Soviet Underground Brighton played The Hope & Ruin this month — and the gig brought together music, memory and a genuinely diverse crowd in a way that felt...
Gala Flamenca Sadler's Wells opened on Friday 19 June — and the room knew it before a single note had been played.
This is the Gala Flamenca Sadler's Wells, a remarkable event that showcases the vibrancy of flamenco.
Brighton Journal attended the centrepiece performance of the 2026 Flamenco Festival, and what...
Summer has arrived in Brighton and Hove — and the city has responded with a packed weekend of live music, comedy, clubbing and culture. Whether you're looking for a big night out, a lazy afternoon in the sun or something a little different, here's what's happening across the city...
Brighton's dance music scene has a new label. Soul Damn Funky — the collective that has been running club nights, radio shows and compilation releases for more than 16 years — is stepping into music publishing with the launch of Soul Damn Funky Records this July.
It is a significant...
Shy FX has curated a full day of cutting-edge drum & bass, new wave UKG, dubstep, bass and more, taking place on Saturday 20th June at the iconic Black Rock site on the Brighton seafront. The open-air party for 5,000 music lovers is part of the six-week Central Park...
It's a busy weekend in the city — here's the pick of what's happening.
Theatre & Arts
Matilda Jr runs across the whole weekend at the Walkhouse Gielgud Academy — Roald Dahl's much-loved musical brought to life by local young performers. A great option for families.
Pack of Lies is on at...
Legendary synth-pop pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark (OMD) have announced a major summer live date as part of their Summer of Hits tour, bringing a night of iconic electronic pop to Brighton in June 2026.
The band will perform on Saturday 28 June 2026, promising fans a hit-packed set...
Brighton-based artist Cello announces her debut single, “Vitamins”, which arrives on International Women’s Day 2026.
A post-punk mantra wrapped in biting wit and restless energy, “Vitamins” introduces Cello as a singular new voice: confrontational, playful, and uncomfortably honest. Built on hypnotic repetition and deadpan delivery, the track skewers modern expectations...
The deadline has been extended as Brighton & Hove City Council has launched a major new review to help make the city fairer and is seeking an independent chair to lead it.
In recognising the time and effort required for this important work, the council will provide a limited optional remuneration to the chair and panellists...
Live jazz Brighton has a new home. Every Thursday from 5–8pm, The Rooftop at Projects Club Nile House opens its doors for after-work drinks, small plates and live music above the Brighton skyline — free entry, no booking required.
Best Coworking Space Brighton: A Day at Projects Nile House
If you're...
