There are plenty of exciting gigs that promise to bring some musical joy to your week coming up in Brighton. The genres of these acts are completely varied so there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
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WSTR @ Chalk, Monday 25th November
WSTR, a pop-punk band all the way from Liverpool, are due to perform at Chalk on Monday. The group is comprised of five members who take much of their inspiration from the golden era of their genre in America. While it has been a little over a year since their last album, Identity Crisis, was released, they now have a new single out called Filthy. To hear that live, along with all their other hits, get down to Chalk and prepare for a wild night of music and fun.
19:00-22:00, Chalk, 13 Pool Valley, Brighton BN1 1NJ. for tickets.
Dr Bluegrass and the Illbilly 8 @ The Foundry, Tuesday 26th November
This banjo playing bluegrass group based in Brighton are excited to play at The Foundry on Tuesday to mark 10 years to the day since their first performance as a band at the venue. This event is free to attend, however there will be a hat passed around for donations at some point in the night if you would like to contribute. Get ready for a mix of their old classics and some new tunes from their recently released album, Spires of England.
19:00-22:00, The Foundry, Foundry Street, 13-14 Foundry St, Brighton BN1 4AT. Tickets: FREE
Ezra Collective @ Concorde 2, Wednesday 27th November
The Brighton stop is coming up on Ezra Collective’s tour so make sure you grab tickets if you’d like to hear songs from their newest album released earlier this year, You Can’t Steal My Joy. The group of five describes their genre as Jazz/Afro Beat/Hip Hop/London, and it doesn’t stop there. Find out what they’re all about on Wednesday at Concorde 2.
19:00-23:00, Concorde 2, 286A Madeira Dr, Brighton BN2 1EN. Click here for tickets.
The Mucky Ducklings @ The Mucky Duck, Thursday 28th November
Funk, soul, and blues group The Mucky Ducklings want to help you feel good and let loose with their versions of the classics. The band came together through a fortnightly gig at The Mucky Duck, and they have proved to be a loyal bunch as they still play at their original venue every second Thursday. If soul, jazz, or pop is your thing, this band may be playing your favourite song this Thursday evening so make sure not to miss out on the fun!
Jiggler @ Berlin, Friday 29th November
Electronic music DJ Jiggler is ready to give you the Friday night you’re craving after a long work week at his gig at Berlin. His hometown is in the city of Berlin, making this the perfect venue to perform his groove-focused tracks. His music can also be very powerful and even emotional, so get ready for a rollercoaster of spellbinding tunes.
23:00-5:00, Berlin, Trafalger Arches, Brighton, BN1 4FQ. Click here for tickets.
Gabriella Parrish @ Affinity Bar, Saturday 30th November
Join Gabriella Parrish in a night of cabaret at her debut performance at Affinity Bar, a self acclaimed gay bar in the heart of Brighton. She is known by those who have seen her as a vocal powerhouse that will knock your socks off. With a range of covers from chart-toppers, to soul music, and even some numbers from musicals, this diverse performer has you in for a treat on Saturday night.
20:00-01:00, Affinity Bar, 129 St James’s St, Brighton BN2 1TH. Tickets: FREE
Nina & Slyde @ The Hartington Pub, Sunday 1st December
Round off your weekend by enjoying the soul, rock, pop, and blues arrangements from this dynamic duo. With Nina on vocals and Slyde on guitar, the high-energy pair promises to bring a fun evening of tunes to what they describe as a friendly venue. Don’t worry, they wont keep you up late the night before that dreaded Monday morning alarm, as their set ends at 8pm.
18:30-20:00, The Hartington Pub, 41 Whippingham Rd, Brighton BN2 3PF. Tickets: FREE
