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SUMMARY:John Lydon’s Iconoclastic Band Public Image Ltd (PiL) Announce Major Tour for 2025
DESCRIPTION:John Lydon’s iconoclastic band Public Image Ltd (PiL) has announced a major tour of the UK and Ireland for summer 2025. \nThe 23-date tour billed as ‘This Is Not The Last Tour’ will start in Bristol on 22nd May and end in Belfast on 16th August\, and includes dates along the way in Dublin (12th June) and Cardiff (14th June). \nThe tour also include festival appearances at Stone Valley South in Ware (23rd May)\, Stone Valley Midlands in Newark (27th June)\, Rebellion Festival in Blackpool (7th August)\, Stone Valley North in Durham (8th August) and Putting the Fast in Belfast (16th August). \nTickets go on sale at 10.00am on Friday 15th November\, available from all venues and via www.pilofficial.com. \nPiL’s tour dates for 2025 comes after Lydon thought the band might not tour again. His lifelong friend and manager\, John Rambo Stevens passed away suddenly following the last PiL tour\, in December 2023\, soon after the death of Lydon’s wife\, Nora\, in April 2023. \nLydon thought that might be the end of his touring days. However\, he was overwhelmed by the love and support of fans when he undertook a spoken word tour of the UK in spring this year. \nLydon said: “I thought that might be it. After losing Nora\, and Rambo\, I couldn’t see a way through. I’d already committed to the spoken word tour\, this spring\, and I never let anyone down – I always stick to my word – so I had to do those dates. \n“The thing is\, people were so overwhelmingly positive\, and they asked me to tour PiL again. With so many people asking and with the band meaning so much to them\, I couldn’t just stay on my sofa and not tour – tempting though that obviously is.” \nAfter fronting the Sex Pistols\, John Lydon formed post-punk originators Public Image Ltd (PiL). Widely regarded as one of the most innovative bands of all time\, their music and vision earned them 5 UK Top 20 Singles and 5 UK Top 20 Albums. \nWith a shifting line-up and unique sound – fusing rock\, dance\, folk\, pop and dub – Lydon guided the band from their debut album ‘First Issue’ in 1978 through to 1992’s ‘That What Is Not’\, before a 17 year hiatus. \nLydon reactivated PiL in 2009\, touring extensively and releasing three critically acclaimed albums\, ‘This is PiL’ (2012)\, ‘What The World Needs Now…’ (2015) and ‘End of World’ (2023). \nThe full list of PiL’s 2025 tour dates is as follows: \n22nd May      Bristol                   02 Academy \n23rd May      Ware                     Stone Valley Festival South \n24th May      Bournemouth         02 Academy \n29th May      Barnsley                Birdwell \n30th May      Newcastle              Boiler Shop \n31st May      Norwich                Epic Studios \n12th June      Dublin                   3Olympia \n13th June      Limerick                Dolan’s Warehouse \n14th June      Cardiff                  Depot \n20th June      Vitoria-Gasteiz       Azkena Rock Festival \n26th June      Hastings                White Rock \n27th June      Newark                 Stone Valley Festival Midlands \n28th June      Oxford                  O2 Academy \n3rd July        Leicester                O2 Academy \n4th July         Lincoln                  Engine Shed \n5th July         Portsmouth            Guildhall \n30th July       Sheffield                Leadmill \n31st July       Northampton          Roadmenders \n1st August     Holmfirth              Picturedrome \n7th August    Blackpool              Rebellion Festival \n8th August    Durham                 Stone Valley Festival North \n9th August    Coventry               Empire \n15th August   Cork                     City Hall \n16th August   Belfast                   Putting the Fast in Belfast\, Custom House Square
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/john-lydons-iconoclastic-band-public-image-ltd-pil-announce-major-tour-for-2025/
LOCATION:Cardiff Depot\, DEPOT WAREHOUSE UNIT 8 CURRAN ROAD (OFF DUMBALLS ROAD)\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, CF10 5DF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250614
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SUMMARY:THE ANCHORESS  ANNOUNCES FIRST CARDIFF HEADLINE  RETURNS WITH NEW MUSIC THIS YEAR
DESCRIPTION:Welsh producer and multi-instrumentalist The Anchoress has announced her first ever Cardiff headline show this summer\, where she will preview her upcoming album. \nThe Anchoress\, also known as Catherine Anne Davies\, is set to return with new music this year. Fresh from a run of summer UK dates appearing with Manic Street Preachers\, the new live dates will provide a first glimpse at new music from her third studio album\, with a full live band. \nThe Welsh date will be at Tramshed in Cardiff on Friday\, 13th June 2025.\nTickets will be available on artist presale from Wednesday\, 29th January at 10am. \nThis marks the first The Anchoress headline show in the Welsh capital. “I’m so excited to be playing my first ever headline show in Cardiff city centre\,” shared Catherine\, “It’s a city really close to my heart\, with music running through its veins\, and after appearing as a special guest with the Manics at their summer shows at Cardiff Castle last year I can’t wait to be back! \n***** \nThe Anchoress already has two acclaimed studio albums to her name\, amassing an army of celebrity fans along the way including The Cure frontman Robert Smith\, Caitlin Moran\, and Elton John. Her trademark literate baroque songwriting mixes epic melancholic guitar anthems alongside “swaggering synth-pop” (Uncut) and “shining alt-pop from the artisan of darkness” (Record Collector). \nHer Top 40 second album ‘The Art of Losing’ successfully transformed wall-to-wall critical plaudits into a Top 10 position in the UK physical charts\, as well as the #1 spot on iTunes. It was also named an album of the year by The Sunday Times\, The Line of Best Fit\, Mail on Sunday\, Prog and The Sun\, and hailed as “one of my favourite records of the year” by Sir Elton John. \nShe has since been twice nominated for the Welsh Music Prize and has previously collaborated with Manic Street Preachers\, Bernard Butler and Simple Minds. \n‘Versions’\, her recent collection of imaginative re-workings of indie anthems\, was named an album of the year by the Mail on Sunday and heralded by The Sunday Times as “beguiling and insightful.” This covers collection of tracks by Radiohead\, REM\, Depeche Mode\, Nirvana and The Cure was hailed as “spine tingling” by BBC 6 Music’s Chris Hawkins and “a thrill for teenage goth girls everywhere” by Mojo. \n***** \nThe Anchoress – Live Date 2025 \n13th June – Tramshed\, Cardiff \n***** \nFor more information: \nWebsite
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/the-anchoress-announces-first-cardiff-headline-returns-with-new-music-this-year/
LOCATION:Tramshed\, Clare Rd\, Cardiff\, CF11 6QP
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SUMMARY:Lowri Evans Returns to Acapela
DESCRIPTION:Following her recent storming support set for Tom McRae last month and after the many requests for her to play Acapela we received from the audience on the night – Lowri returns to Acapela. \nDescribed by BBC Radio 2 Bob Harris as ‘One of his absolute favourite artists’\, Lowri is blessed with a voice capable of wide emotional power\, her songs taking their musical colours from a broad palette that includes Americana\, Folk\, Country and Blues\, all beautifully knitted together through her innate musicality and heartfelt delivery. \nBlessed with “a voice so distinct and special that she sings as easy as one breathes” (Fish Records)\, Lowri has that rare ability to immediately bond with an audience\, transporting them to the emotional heartland of every song she sings.
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/lowri-evans-returns-to-acapela/
LOCATION:Acapela Studio\, Acapela Studio\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, CF15 9QD\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250613
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SUMMARY:INDIE-ROCK LEGENDS SNOW PATROL ANNOUNCE CARDIFF HEADLINE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Indie-rock pioneers Snow Patrol will bring their signature anthemic sound to the Welsh capital this summer for a headline show at TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle. \nThe Ivor Novello Award winners will headline Cardiff Castle on Thursday June 12. \n  \nTickets go on general sale at 9am Friday from  https://www.depotlive.co.uk/   \nNorthern Irish-Scottish rockers Snow Patrol – fronted by Gary Lightbody with longtime members Nathan Connolly and Johnny McDaid – have been shaping the sound of alternative rock for more than 20 years. With iconic tracks like Chasing Cars\, Run\, and Open Your Eyes\, their emotionally charged anthems continue to resonate with fans worldwide\, solidifying their place as one of the most influential bands in modern rock. \nThe band recently celebrated a major milestone with their first Number 1 album in 18 years. The Forest Is The Path marks the rock band’s triumphant return to the top of the charts\, following the massive success of Eyes Open in 2006. \nFeaturing 12 tracks and artwork created by founding member Gary Lightbody\, their latest album is a journey of contrasts – epically joyous\, life-affirming and huge – with Lightbody describing it as ‘the biggest sounding record we have ever made.” \nWith eight studio albums\, including the multi-platinum Eyes Open\, Snow Patrol have sold more than 16 million records worldwide. Their legacy is further solidified by numerous accolades including seven Meteor Ireland Music Awards\, six BRIT Award nominations and a GRAMMY nomination for Best Rock Song. With a career spanning more than two decades\, fans in Cardiff can expect a night filled with timeless hits and the very best of modern rock. \nThe headlining show for TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle is presented by promoters DEPOT Live and Cuffe and Taylor. \nNick Saunders from DEPOT Live said: “We’re absolutely delighted to announce that Snow Patrol will be headlining Cardiff Castle later this year. Their music has resonated with fans for years\, and it’s exciting to bring their unforgettable live show to such a historic and beautiful venue.” \nThe announcement is the latest reveal for summer 2025 which will also see The Human League\, James\, Fontaines DC\, Alanis Morissette\, Elbow\, Sting\, The Script\, Jess Glynne and UB40 featuring Ali Campbell all headline the iconic Welsh venue with more announcements to come. \nCuffe and Taylor promoter Julian Murray added: “Snow Patrol at Cardiff Castle is sure to be a standout moment of the summer. Their incredible catalogue of hits paired with their passionate fanbase is the perfect match for this iconic location.” \nTK Maxx has joined Depot Live\, and promoters Cuffe and Taylor as the presenting partner\, underscoring its continued support of the arts and local communities. \nThis new presenting partnership is part of a three-year agreement with Cuffe & Taylor\, covering shows across the country\, including Scarborough Open Air Theatre\, The Piece Hall\, Lytham Festival\, Derby Summer Sessions\, Plymouth Summer Sessions\, Bedford Summer Sessions\, and Southampton Summer Sessions. \nFor more information about TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle and to purchase tickets please visit depotlive.co.uk and ticketmaster.co.uk \nTK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle 2025 \n12 Jun     Snow Patrol \n13 Jun     Elbow with special guests The Coral and Billie Marten  \n26 Jun     The Script with very special guest Tom Walker  \n28 Jun     Sting \n2 Jul        Alanis Morissette \n6 Jul        The Human League with support from Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey and Blancmange \n10 Jul      James with support from Shed Seven and Jamie Webster \n19 Jul       Rock The Castle with Funeral For a Friend\, The Blackout\, Punk Rock Factory & more \n20 Jul       UB40 Ft. Ali Campbell with special guest Bitty Mclean \n26 Jul      Jess Glynne \n30 Jul      Fontaines DC \nAbout DEPOT Live \nDEPOT Live is the live events arm of The DEPOT\, Cardiff’s most creative events venue (est. 2015). Over the years they have packed out Cardiff Castle with a series of incredible shows – welcoming international artists like Tom Jones\, Sting\, Blondie\, Westlife\, Hozier and The Lumineers to the Welsh capital\, as well as their own signature\, one-day festival DEPOT in the Castle. To find out more visit https://www.depotlive.co.uk
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/indie-rock-legends-snow-patrol-announce-cardiff-headline-show/
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SUMMARY:Rich(ard) Dawson announced news of his return with new album End of the Middle due February 14th
DESCRIPTION:Last month Rich(ard) Dawson announced news of his return with new album End of the Middle due February 14th.\n \nToday\, Dawson is pleased to share the second song from the forthcoming record\, “Boxing Day Sales” – a beautifully wonky pop number that merges Dawson’s deft yet infectious melodies with a pleasing bolt of jagged clarinet from Faye MacCalman (who plays the role of “lightning” throughout the album). It’s also his hugely unorthodox bid for Christmas Number 1.“I wanted to make a pure pop song\,” says Rich. “Almost like a total throwaway song – like a Christmas gift: A pair of novelty socks\, some Lynx Africa\, or a daft plastic puzzle you get on Christmas morning and then chuck in a drawer for the next 10 years. I wanted it to be the most throwaway and lightweight triviality of a thing.” But Dawson also found himself moved by the noble spirit of the character in his song\, lifting it to a place that went beyond disposable gifts\, pop hooks\, and a critique of capitalism. “Even when there isn’t much room for a character to speak you still must go all the way with them”.Watch the video for “Boxing Day Sales” here.\nStream “Boxing Day Sales” here.The video – directed (once again) by James Hankins – features Rich posing in a series of shop windows and famous Central London spots as well as vignettes of eager shoppers going about their day. As Dawson’s final repeated lyrics “You owe it to yourself” ring out\, we are left with a parting image of rubbish being collected.\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nEnd of the Middle is richly intricate\, evocative\, tactile and almost has the transportive ability to put you in the places and scenarios it describes. Partly inspired by his love of the films of Japanese director Yasujirō Ozu\, the album focuses around a family unit. “It zooms in quite close-up to try and explore a typical middle class English family home\,” Dawson says. “We’re listening to the stories of people from three or four generations of perhaps the same family. But really\, it’s about how we break certain cycles. I think the family is a useful metaphor to examine how things are passed on generationally.” \nAlongside the announcement today\, comes a new UK tour in April including London’s Clapham Grand plus a string of instore shows for February. \nWatch the video for the previously released “Polytunnel” here. \nEnd of the Middle is available to pre-order on Dom-Mart reverse-playing vinyl\, indies-exclusive vinyl (with signed print)\, Dinked-exclusive yellow vinyl (with 7” of 2 bonus tracks)\, standard vinyl\, CD and digitally. Pre-order: DomMart | Digital \nUpcoming live dates:\nFriday 14th February – Rough Trade East\, London\nSaturday 15th February – Resident\, Brighton\nMonday 17th February – Rough Trade Bristol\nTuesday 18th February – Bear Tree\, Sheffield\nWednesday 19th February – Beatdown outstore @ Lubber Fiend\, Newcastle \nWednesday 23rd April – Stoller Hall\, Manchester\nFriday 25th April – Brewery Arts\, Kendal\nSunday 27th April – City Varieties\, Leeds\n Tuesday 29th April – Clapham Grand\, London\nThursday 1st May – The Gate\, Cardiff\nFriday 2nd May – Metronome\, Nottingham\nSaturday 17th May – The Glasshouse\, Sage 2\, Gateshead\nTuesday 20th May – Pleasance Theatre\, Edinburgh\nWednesday 21st May – St Luke’s\, Glasgow\nThursday 22nd May – Liverpool Philharmonic Hall\, Liverpool\nFriday 23rd May – St George’s\, Brighton\nSaturday 24th May – Quarterhouse\, Folkestone\nTickets
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/27108/
LOCATION:Gate\, The Gate Arts Centre\, Roath\, Cardiff
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SUMMARY:Scissor Sisters Return To Celebrate The 20th Anniversary Of Their No.1 Album 'Scissor Sisters'
DESCRIPTION:The long-awaited reunion that fans have been clamouring for is here: Scissor Sisters are back and readying their first live shows in over 12 years. \nThe album ‘Scissor Sisters’ was the best-selling album in the UK of 2004\, selling over 3 million copies globally (a staggering 2 million of these were UK sales). Ranked as the 20th biggest-selling album of the 21st century in the UK and the 35th biggest-selling album of all time\, the album went 9 x Platinum in the UK\, and won three BRIT Awards in 2005\, including Best International Album\, Best International Group and Best International Breakthrough Act\, making Scissor Sisters the first act ever to win all three international categories. \nTo book tickets visit: https://www.scissorsisters.com/
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/scissor-sisters-return-to-celebrate-the-20th-anniversary-of-their-no-1-album-scissor-sisters/
LOCATION:Cardiff Utilita Arena\, 6 David Street\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, CF10 2EQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Supergrass 'I Should Coco' 30th Anniversary Tour
DESCRIPTION:  \nSupergrass have announced a series of UK tour dates\, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their UK No.1\, Mercury-nominated debut album\, ‘I Should Coco’. \nFans will get the chance to see I Should Coco performed in full\, before an encore of the bands greatest hits. \nIn 1995 Supergrass’s Mercury-nominated debut album I Should Coco hit the charts at Number 3\, rose to Number One in the week following Glastonbury and ended up shifting over 500\,000 copies in the UK and a million worldwide. \nConsisting of Gaz Coombes\, Mick Quinn\, Danny Goffey and Rob Coombes; Supergrass are one of the most important bands to emerge during the 1990s.  Formed in Oxford in 1993\, their accomplishments include several million record sales\, 6 top 10 albums and 10 top 20 singles. With a Brit and Ivor Novello award to their name. \nTo book tickets visit: https://www.supergrass.com/ \nTOUR DATES:  \nSat 3rd May – Swansea Bay \nMon 5th May  – Brighton Chalk \nTues 6th May – Olympia\, Liverpool \nThurs 8th May – Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom \nFri 9th May – Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom \nSat 10th May – Nottingham Rock City \nMon 12th May – Sheffield Octagon \nTues 13th May – Newcastle NX \nWed 14th May – Birmingham O2 Academy \nFri 16th May – Manchester Albert Hall \nSat 17th May – Manchester Albert Hall \nSun 18th May – Cardiff University Great Hall \nTues 20th May – Leeds O2 Academy \nWeds 21st May – London Roundhouse \nThurs 22nd May – London Roundhouse \nFri 23rd May – London Roundhouse
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/supergrass-i-should-coco-30th-anniversary-tour/
LOCATION:Cardiff University Great Hall
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SUMMARY:Jon Allen will celebrate the release of ‘Seven Dials’ by hitting the road with his band The Luna Kings
DESCRIPTION:  \nJon Allen’s recent tracks ‘White Gold’\, ‘The Shadow’ and ‘Nine Lives’ have captured evocative snapshots of the day-to-day struggles of 18th century Londoners – and those stories weave into an imaginative tapestry of what the streets of our capital must have felt like. The next chapter of this narrative is the release of his new single ‘Down With The Tide’ out now. \nThe new album ‘Seven Dials’ is released May 2nd. \nJon says\, “There is a feeling of defiance at the heart of ‘Down With The Tide’ – a refusal to let life’s inevitable misfortunes pull you under. The tide represents the forces that threaten to drag you down. It’s a celebration of grit and determination in the face of intractable odds.” \nJon Allen will celebrate the release of ‘Seven Dials’ by hitting the road with his band The Luna Kings: Randall Breneman (guitar)\, Phil Brickell (bass) and Adam Skinner (drums). \nPerforming 16th May at  Cardiff\, Acapela Studio \nTo book tickets visit:  https://acapela.co.uk/events/jon-allen-and-the-luna-kings/
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/jon-allen-will-celebrate-the-release-of-seven-dials-by-hitting-the-road-with-his-band-the-luna-kings/
LOCATION:Acapela Studio\, Acapela Studio\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, CF15 9QD\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Spring into fun! DAY FEVER announce new spring Cardiff date
DESCRIPTION:Forget feeling like your clubbing days are behind you. DAY FEVER is a revolution\, a joyous celebration where people from all walks of life come together to dance\, laugh\, and relive the magic of those late nights out. There’s no dress code\, no egos—just pure positivity. \nEarly in 2024\, a bold idea was born between friends actress Vicky McClure\, filmmaker and broadcaster Jonny Owen\, and Jon McClure\, frontman of Reverend & The Makers: a daytime clubbing experience that’s all about fun\, freedom\, and fabulous tunes. What started as a one-off event in Sheffield’s iconic City Hall Ballroom has exploded into a nationwide phenomenon with over 85\,000 happy dancers to date! \nFast forward to today and from 3pm to 8pm\, thousands of partygoers from every walk of life are hitting the dancefloor at iconic venues across the UK to dance the day away at the “disco that doesn’t ruin your Sunday\,” with tickets selling out in hours across cities like Nottingham\, Sheffield\, and Glasgow. \nFor many\, Day Fever has redefined what it means to let loose. The event provides a safe\, inclusive\, and ego-free space where attendees can simply have a brilliant time. Ditching the late nights and dress codes – DAY FEVER is all about positivity and good vibes. Whether you’re wearing glittery heels or comfy trainers\, everyone’s welcome to join the party. \n“Travelling up and down the country and seeing so many people enjoying themselves has been such a joy\,” says co-founder Vicky McClure. “We’re thrilled that people feel comfortable at DAY FEVER. Hearing their stories has shown us how important it is to just take a break from life and have a bloody good dance!”. \nUPCOMING CLUB DATES: \n18-Jan-25 Newcastle Boiler Shop\n25-Jan-25 Glasgow BaAd\n25-Jan-25 Manchester New Century Hall\n1-Feb-25 Birmingham O2 Institute\n1-Feb-25 Cardiff Tramshed\n1-Feb-25 London Outernet\n1-Feb-25 Nottingham Rock City\n1-Feb-25 Sheffield City Hall\n8-Feb-25 Bristol O2 Academy\n8-Feb-25 Dublin The Academy\n8-Feb-25 Hull Asylum\n8-Feb-25 Liverpool Camp & Furnace\n8-Feb-25 Southampton Guild Hall\n15-Feb-25 Exeter Lemon Grove\n15-Feb-25 Newcastle Boiler Shop\n15-Feb-25 Norwich LCR UEA\n15-Feb-25 Oxford O2 Academy\n22-Feb-25 Glasgow BaAd\n1-Mar-25 Edinburgh O2 Academy\n1-Mar-25 London Outernet\n1-Mar-25 Sheffield City Hall\n15-Mar-25 Coventry Kasbah\n15-Mar-25 Nottingham Rock City\n15-Mar-25 Oxford O2 Academy\n22-Mar-25 Leeds Project House\n22-Mar-25 Manchester New Century Hall\n22-Mar-25 Margate Dreamland\n29-Mar-25 Glasgow BaAd\n29-Mar-25 Hull Asylum\n29-Mar-25 Newcastle Boiler Shop\n29-Mar-25 Norwich LCR UEA\n5-Apr-25 London Outernet\n5-Apr-25 Sheffield City Hall\n5-Apr-25 Southampton O2 Guildhall\n12-Apr-25 Cardiff Tramsheds\n12-Apr-25 Edinburgh O2 Academy\n12-Apr-25 Leicester Athena\n19-Apr-25 Birmingham O2 Institute\n19-Apr-25 Liverpool Camp & Furnace\n19-Apr-25 Middlesborough Town Hall\n19-Apr-25 Nottingham Rock City\n26-Apr-25 Bristol O2 Academy\n26-Apr-25 Glasgow BaAd\n26-Apr-25 Manchester New Century Hall\n26-Apr-25 Newcastle Boiler Shop \nTickets are available at day-fever.com – but don’t wait too long\, they’re selling fast!
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/spring-into-fun-day-fever-announce-new-spring-cardiff-date/
LOCATION:Tramshed\, Clare Rd\, Cardiff\, CF11 6QP
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SUMMARY:AWARD-WINNING MUSICIAN MATT GOSS ANNOUNCES DATES FOR HIS BRAND-NEW UK TOUR FOR 2025
DESCRIPTION:AN EPIC RETURN TO THE MUSIC SCENE WITH A BRAND-NEW SHOW \n  \nPhil McIntyre Live are thrilled to announce that ‘The New King of Las Vegas’ and award-winning musician Matt Goss will embark upon a brand new tour for 2025. \nMatt Goss: The Hits & More will be a celebration of all Matt has achieved in his music career and beyond. Kicking off in Plymouth on the 7th March\, Matt will take in a further 20 dates including a night at the London Palladium before concluding the tour in Leeds on 28th April. \nTickets will be available via Ticketmaster pre-sale on Wednesday 11th December from www.ticketmaster.co.uk. General on sale will take place on Friday 13th December via www.mattgossofficial.co.uk. \nThis tour will mark an eagerly anticipated return to the live UK music scene for Matt following his smash hit tour in 2023. Matt\, who has performed in the States for an astounding 11 years initially headed to the Palms Casino for one year only. The show became an instant success and he subsequently performed the show at the iconic Caesars Palace for the remainder of his Vegas residency. Whilst in the US\, Goss performed in world renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall and Madison Square Garden and even officially hailed August 8th as Matt Goss Day in Las Vegas. \nBringing sensational songs\, and an electric atmosphere this show promises to be the biggest and best night out with this celebrated artist. \nOn announcing the UK tour Matt Goss said: “Trust me\, what I’ve learnt over the years being on countless stages around the world\, this will be your best night of the year!” \nMatt Goss burst on to the global entertainment scene as lead singer of the English pop sensation\, BROS. Goss quickly became the youngest artist to sell out and headline the world- famous Wembley Stadium\, performing to a crowd of more than 77\,000 fans. He played a record 19 consecutive nights to more than 200\,000 fans at Wembley Arena and broke a world record selling out 2 nights at the O2 Arena in London\, (40\,000 tickets) in an unbelievable 7 seconds. He has performed twice for her majesty\, the Queen and has taken his award-winning shows to the most prestigious venues around the world including the Royal Albert Hall.
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/award-winning-musician-matt-goss-announces-dates-for-his-brand-new-uk-tour-for-2025/
LOCATION:New Theatre\, Park Place\, Cardiff\, CF10 3LN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Michael Ball & Alfie Boe performing at Cardiff’s Utilita Arena on Saturday 29th March
DESCRIPTION:Ball & Boe will perform tracks from their No.1 sixth studio album – Together At Home – marking their 10th year making music together. \nMichael Ball and Alfie Boe have both received countless prestigious awards\, record-breaking sales\, and chart successes. \nThe musical partners certainly are made for each other. \nTo book tickets visit: LiveNation.co.uk \n 
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/michael-ball-alfie-boe-performing-at-cardiffs-utilita-arena-on-saturday-29th-march/
LOCATION:Cardiff\, Utilita Arena
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SUMMARY:Olly Murs Announces 2025 Arena Tour With Special Guests Blue
DESCRIPTION:Fresh from his nationwide tour as special guest to Take That earlier this year\, Olly Murs has announced a massive UK Arena tour for next Spring. Get ready to party with a set that features all the hits and more! \nBlue will be special guests on this must see 16 date Arena tour kicking off in Plymouth April 24th and winding up at The 02 in London May 17th. \nOlly said. “Celebrating 15 unbelievable years doing what I love best will be truly special. But to top it off I’m taking a band with me who I was obsessed with in my  college years\, BLUE! No doubt the pranks and banter will be free-flowing but most importantly it’s going to be a great night for the fans to enjoy\, I can’t wait.” \nTickets go on general sale Friday September 13th at 10am.  \nUK Arena 2025 Tour Dates:\nApril\nThu 24th      Plymouth\, Pavilions\nSat 26th       Brighton\, Centre\nSun 27th       Hull\, Connexin Live\nTue 29th       Dublin\, 3Arena\nWed 30th      Belfast\, SSE Arena \nMay\nFri 2nd         Glasgow\, OVO Hydro\nSat 3rd         Aberdeen\, P&J Live\nSun 4th        Newcastle\, Utilita Arena\nTue 6th        Nottingham\, Motorpoint Arena\nThu 8th        Manchester\, Co-op Live\nFri 9th           Leeds\, First Direct Arena\nSat 10th        Sheffield\, Utilita Arena\nMon 12th       Cardiff\, Utilita Arena\nThu 15th       Liverpool\, M&S Bank Arena\nFri 16th         Birmingham\, bp pulse LIVE\nSat 17th        London\, The O2 \nBlue said: “We were really delighted when Olly asked us to join him on his Arena tour next year and can’t wait to get on the road with him in the Spring! We are going to have a whole lot of fun and look forward to making him an honorary Blue boy! We’ll be singing the biggest hits and maybe the odd joke here and there – watch out Olly!” \nEarly access to tickets will be available to those signed up to Olly’s mailing list 48 hours before general on sale.
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/olly-murs-announces-2025-arena-tour-with-special-guests-blue/
LOCATION:Cardiff Utilita Arena\, 6 David Street\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, CF10 2EQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:SHERMAN THEATRE & HIJINX’S ACCLAIMED PRODUCTION HOUSEMATES RETURNS IN 2025
DESCRIPTION:One of the highlights of Sherman Theatre’s 50th birthday year programme will return to the Cardiff theatre – and tour two other venues in Wales – in early 2025. \nHousemates by Tim Green\, which tells a remarkable story that took place just metres from the Sherman’s doors\, captured the hearts of audiences and won huge praise from critics during its original run in 2023. \nThe production is now preparing its return to the Sherman Theatre (28 Feb-8 March 2025) before touring to Aberystwyth Arts Centre (27-29 March) and The Torch Theatre\, Milford Haven (2-4 April). Further venues are to be announced. \nIn the 1960s\, institutionalised care for many learning disabled people was the norm and went largely unchallenged. Many learning disabled people spent their lives in institutions\, rarely seeing or encountering the world outside. But then\, in the early 70s\, something monumental happened in a Cardiff house\, a street away from the Sherman\, that became a new model for the way learning disabled people are supported. \nThis deeply moving play is filled with classic 70s hits played live and is performed by a cast of neurodivergent and neurotypical actor-musicians including members of Hijinx Theatre\, one of whom\, Gareth John\, was nominated for the Best Performer in a Play award in The Stage Debut Awards 2024. Housemates is co-directed by Sherman Artistic Director Joe Murphy and Hijinx Artistic Director Ben Pettitt-Wade. \nAlmost all of the original cast return\, including Hijinx actors Gareth John (Meet Fred Hijinx & Blind Summit\, Club Supreme Hijinx & Ramshackalicious)\, Lindsay Foster (Meet Fred Hijinx & Blind Summit\, The Crash Test Hijinx)\, Matthew Mullins (Rock Cliché\, The Crash Test Hijinx) and Richard Newnham (Meet Fred Hijinx & Blind Summit\, The Crash Test Hijinx) alongside James Ifan (Tales of the Brothers Grimm\, A Christmas Carol (2021) Sherman Theatre)\, Caitlin Lavagna (Operation Julie Theatr na nÓg; Fisherman’s Friends: The Musical)\, Peter Mooney (Peter Pan  Sherman Theatre / Theatr Iolo; Beautiful Curve Theatre/Theatre Royal Bath) and Eveangeleis Tudball (Writer Talk to me Spectacle Theatre; Performer Pirates of the Odyssey Inn Hijinx Odyssey). This year\, they are joined by Emily Ivana Hawkins (A Christmas Carol\, O.G. Prince of Wales Sherman Theatre). \nInnovate Trust\, who under the name CUSS were the charity that founded the house\, are project partners. Today\, Innovate Trust continues to support and empower learning disabled people across south Wales.
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/sherman-theatre-hijinxs-acclaimed-production-housemates-returns-in-2025/
LOCATION:Sherman Theatre\, Sherman Theatre\, Senghennydd Road Cardiff\, CF24 4YE
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Candlelight® in Cardiff
DESCRIPTION:Candlelight®\, the series of live concerts produced by Fever\, is bringing special shows to celebrate the season of love in Cardiff. This February\, the gentle glow of thousands of candles will illuminate outstanding venues in the city to set the mood for unforgettable musical performances. \n  \nCelebrate love this Valentine’s Day with Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special\, featuring favorite soundtracks from romantic classics like Breakfast at Tiffany’s\, Romeo and Juliet\, and other heartfelt melodies. Temple of Peace will host this intimate concert series\, offering a perfect way to express love through music. \n  \nCheck out the programming below:  \n  \nCandlelight: Valentine’s Day Special\nVenue: Temple of Peace\nDates and times: Feb 14th 17:30\, 19:30\, 21:30\nTickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/270406 \nAbout Candlelight \nCandlelight® is a series of live concerts produced by Fever\, designed to democratize access to classical music. This innovative format offers a unique musical experience through a diverse selection of programs\, catering to all tastes. Performed by talented local musicians in iconic venues illuminated by thousands of candles\, Candlelight creates an immersive and intimate atmosphere. Candlelight draws in a broad audience\, including those who may have never considered attending a classical music concert. Audiences can connect with the masterpieces of composers like Vivaldi\, Mozart\, and Chopin\, while also enjoying fresh interpretations of popular hits from artists like Queen\, ABBA\, Coldplay\, and Ed Sheeran. The Candlelight brand is present in over 150 cities worldwide and has delighted millions of guests since its launch. \n  \nAbout Fever \nFever is the leading global live-entertainment discovery platform which has helped millions of people enjoy the best experiences in their cities since 2014. With a mission to democratise access to culture and entertainment in real life through its platform\, Fever inspires users to enjoy unique local experiences and events\, from immersive exhibitions\, interactive theatrical experiences\, and festivals to molecular cocktail pop-ups\, while empowering creators with data and technology to create and expand experiences across the world.
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/celebrate-valentines-day-with-candlelight-in-cardiff/
LOCATION:Temple of Peace\, King Edward VII Ave\, Cardiff\, CF10 3AP
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SUMMARY:Craig David announces his brand new Commitment UK arena tour for February 2025
DESCRIPTION:Craig David has announced his brand new Commitment UK arena tour for February 2025\, with special guest Lemar. Kicking off in Leeds’ First Direct Arena on 2nd February\, the 11-date tour will see Craig perform his eclectic and much-loved discography to fans across the UK\, culminating at London’s iconic The o2 Arena on 20th February. Artist\, O2 priority and Co-op Live presales open on Wednesday 1st May at 10am. \n  \nOn the tour\, Craig says “I can’t wait to bring my band back to the UK for my 2025 Commitment arena tour! Looking forward to having a party and mixing up the classics and maybe something new…” \n  \nSince bursting onto the scene with critically acclaimed debut album\, ‘Born To Do It’\, a genre-defining record that established Craig David as one of the UK’s most beloved artists\, Craig has since remained at the helm of his own unique\, authentically British sound. Making waves across the globe as the voice of one of the most pivotal eras in UK music\, bringing garage from the underground and to the forefront of the mainstream\, and becoming one of the most successful artists in UK chart history. \n  \nSince he first emerged at the end of 1999 with instant UK garage classic ‘Re-Rewind’\, Craig has scored 25 UK top 40 singles (16 of them top 10)\, nine UK top 40 albums (five of them top 10) and amassed over 5 billion streams worldwide. Craig has collaborated with everyone from Sting to Kano to Diplo to KSI\, while also becoming one of the biggest DJs in Ibiza via his TS5 soundsystem. Award-wise Craig has received 14 Brit Award nominations\, two Grammy nominations\, four MOBO awards\, three Ivor Novellos honouring his songwriting\, and most recently an MBE for his services to music. \n  \nIn addition to this\, Craig has one of Ibiza’s most successful and long standing residencies playing Ibiza Rocks\, coming back this year for its 7th season. Craig has also recently been announced for the anticipated ‘Lovers and Friends’ festival in Las Vegas this May. \n  \nOpening for Craig for the entirety of this tour will be Lemar. One of the most successful British male artists of the last two decades\, Lemar has seven UK Top 10 singles and has sold over two million albums worldwide. He’ll be performing a collection of his hits from the last 20 years such as ‘If There’s Any Justice’ and ‘Dance (With U)’. \n  \nCOMMITMENT TOUR 2025 \nFEBRUARY \nSUN 2ND – Leeds\, First Direct Arena \nTUES 4TH – Glasgow\, Armadillo \nWEDS 5TH – Newcastle\, Utilita Arena \nFRI 7TH – Milton Keynes\, Marshall Arena \nSAT 8TH – Brighton\, Brighton Centre \nTUES 11TH – Cardiff\, Utilita Arena \nWEDS 12TH – Nottingham\, Motorpoint Arena \nFRI 14TH – Manchester\, Coop Live \nSAT 15TH – Birmingham\, Resorts World Arena \nTUES 18TH – Bournemouth\, International Centre \nTHURS 20TH – London\, The O2 \n  \nArtist\, O2 priority and Co-op Live presales for this tour open on Wednesday 1st May at 10am for first access to tickets. All remaining tickets go on general sale on Friday 3rd May at 10am.
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/27116/
LOCATION:Cardiff Utilita Arena\, 6 David Street\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, Cardiff\, CF10 2EQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:L.S. DUNES ANNOUNCE HEADLINE SHOWS IN LEEDS + CARDIFF 2025
DESCRIPTION:Rock band L.S. Dunes have just announced two headline UK shows on 30th January at The Key Club\, Leeds and 10th February at The Globe\, Cardiff. Tickets are on sale 18th December 10am GMT. \nThe band recently shared their new single “Paper Tigers”\, out now via Fantasy Records. “Paper Tigers” marks the third track to be released from the band’s highly anticipated sophomore album\, Violet\, which will be out in full on 31st January \, 2025. \n“I think when I initially started writing the chord progression for this song I was originally writing it for myself\, because it didn’t feel like an L.S. Dunes song to me\, and if it was an L.S. Dunes song\, it would most certainly be a departure from what we had done in the past\,” recalls Frank Iero. “And then I started to think well\, that’s really silly of me\, why wouldn’t Dunes be able to do something like this? If I want listeners to not put us in a box and believe we can do anything then I’m going to have to believe it first. So I reworked the progression a little bit and sent it over. Hearing it now\, I can’t believe I ever doubted it. Paper Tigers was always an L.S. Dunes song. Together we can do anything.” \nAdds Tucker Rule: “This is the song I listen to most on our record. Yes\, I listen to my own record because I think it’s that good. This song scratches all the itches… sludgy tempo\, heavy ballad\, mega riffs\, soaring vocals and lots of space to play cool drums. This would be one of the songs I’d take to the deserted island with me. This is my favourite song on the record!” \nOn the new album Travis Stever shares\, “‘Violet’ is a sonic journey into the depths of every band member of L.S. Dunes. The collaborative efforts to bring each song to a full potential came naturally. It’s the album that has always lived in us individually but could only be made together. It has melodies that have lived within me since I was a child. It was only with this band I would be able to find a place where they could find a home in song.” \n\n The band will also be returning to the UK and Europe in early 2025 to support Rise Against. Full list of dates below. \nRise Against 2025 UK and EU tour dates + Headliners \nTuesday January 28 – 3Olympia\, Dublin\, IE \nWednesday January 29 – Telegraph\, Belfast\, NI \nThursday January 30- The Key Club\, Leeds \nSunday February 2 – L’Olympia\, Paris\, FR \nTuesday February 4 – O13\, Tillburg\, NL \nWednesday February 5 – Forrest National\, Brussels\, BE \nThursday February 6 – O2 Brixton Academy\, London\, UK \nSaturday February 8 – O2 Victoria Warehouse\, Manchester\, UK \nSunday February 9 –  O2 Academy\, Birmingham\, UK \nMonday February 10 – The Globe\, Cardiff\, UK \nWednesday February 12 – Velodrom\, Berlin\, DE \nFriday February 14 – Mitsubishi Electric Hall\, Düsseldorf\, DE \nSaturday February 15 – Sporthalle\, Hamburg\, DE \nMonday February 17 – Zenith\, Munich\, DE \nTuesday February 18 – myticket Jahrhunderthalle\, Frankfurt\, DE \nFriday\, February 21- Stattbanhof\, Schweinfurt\, GER \nSaturday\, February 22  – Volkshaus\, Zurich\, CH \nSunday\, February 23 – Stadthalle\, Vienna\, AT \nAbout L.S. Dunes: \nThe earliest version of L.S. Dunes—the one that introduced themselves to the world at Chicago’s Riot Fest in 2022 and went on to release their blissfully chaotic debut\, Past Lives\, later that year—was birthed in turbulence. There was a pandemic. There were time and family constraints. There were members away on tour with one of their many other bands: Anthony Green’s Saosin and Circa Survive\, Frank Iero’s My Chemical Romance\, Tim Payne and Tucker Rule’s Thursday\, and Travis Stever’s Coheed and Cambria\, among them. Somehow\, they managed to make it work\, releasing a few more singles along the way\, and touring the globe for a growing and passionate cult-like fanbase. By and large\, it was a successful first effort. But there were also some unforeseen consequences\, and as the album cycle came to an end\, there was at least one mistake that Green knew they needed to correct.
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/l-s-dunes-announce-headline-shows-in-leeds-cardiff-2025/
LOCATION:The Globe\, 125 Albany Rd\, CF24 3NS
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SUMMARY:PAMA Int’l Perform the Trojan Records Songbook
DESCRIPTION:Pama International’s deep-rooted connection to Trojan Records goes back to 2006 when they became the first new band to sign to the iconic record label in 30 years!  The\, critically acclaimed\, resulting album ‘Trojan Sessions’ featured original songs penned by band writer/producer/keyboardist – Sean Flowerdew for reggae royalty; Derrick Morgan\, Dawn Penn\, Dave & Ansel Collins\, AJ Frankin (Chosen Few)\, Dennis Alcapone and Winston Francis. In 2016 Pama International launched the official Trojan Records club night in London. And in 2018 they performed a highly popular two month ‘Trojan Records songbook’ UK tour. \nWe are now delighted to announce that Pama International return with The Trojan Songbook part 2 tour in spring 2025! A brand new show that not only stars unique interpretations of Trojan Records’ iconic back catalogue\, but also original material from the bands first reggae album in eight years – Return of the Unity Rockers. \nWhats more\, every customer attending the show will receive an exclusive and free collectors Trojan songbook (only available at the shows)! \n  \nFormed in 2001 Pama int’l are “one of the best reggae & soul bands in the country” (Chris Hawkins – BBC6).  They have recorded 18 critically acclaimed albums and 6 BBC sessions at Maida Vale and Abbey Road\, been playlist on BBC 6 and championed by the likes of the BBC’s David Rodigan\, Don Letts\, Janice Long\, Chris Hawkins\, Huey Morgan\, Steve Lamacq\, Robert Elms\, Craig Charles and xfm’s John Kennedy.  In 2016 they became the first new band to sign to Trojan Records in 30 years!  The collective nature and pedigree of the band has seen them collaborate with Ken Boothe\, Derrick Morgan\, Dave & Ansel Collins\, Rico Rodriguez\, Dawn Penn\, Billy Bragg\, AJ Franklin (The Chosen Few)\, Wrongtom\, Mad Professor\, Nick Manasseh\, Snowboy and members of The Specials\, Madness\, The Selecter\, Style Council\, Steel Pulse\, The Upsetters\, Galliano and more! \n  \nLive they have played festivals galore including; Glastonbury\, Womad\, Kendal Calling\, Beautiful Days\, Big Chill\, Bestival\, Vintage\, Guilfest\, Bearded Theory\, The London Int’l Ska Festival\, Boomtown and Wickerman festivals as well as legendary venues; Alexandra Palace\, The Astoria\, Electric Ballroom\, 100 Club\, and The Jazz Cafe\, as well as touring with The Specials\, Madness\, Toots & The Maytals\, Jimmy Cliff\, Georgie Fame\, Prince Buster\, Lee Perry\, The Beat\, The Skatalites and many others. \n  \nWe hope you will join us for what is promised to be a great night of ska\, rocksteady\, reggae and soul! \n  \n  \n  \nPama  Int’l perform the Trojan Records songbook \nFree songbook with every ticket sold \n2025 \n31.01  Derby Hairy Dog \n01.02  Manchester Band on the Wall \n02.02  Harlow Burnt Oak Social Club \n07.02  Reading Sub89 \n08.02  Cardiff The Globe \n09.02  Bristol The Fleece \n15.02  Brighton Komedia \n21.02  Bridport Electric Palace \n22.02  Wells Studio 24 \n28.02  Newcastle The Cluny w/ The Beat ft. Ranking Jnr \n01.03  Edinburgh Voodoo Rooms \n02.03  Luton The Hat Factory \n19.04  London Electric Ballroom w/ The Chosen Few\, Marcia Aitken\, Roy & Yvonne & more \n26.04  Cambridge Junction w/ The Beat ft. Ranking Jnr
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/pama-intl-perform-the-trojan-records-songbook/
LOCATION:The Globe\, 125 Albany Rd\, CF24 3NS
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SUMMARY:Bilk share slick new video for 'Tommy' - to perform at Cardiff on the 6th of Feb
DESCRIPTION:Bilk have been building a cult-like grassroots following for a while now\, but 2025 will be the year they break into far bigger things with the January 24th release of their second album ‘Essex\, Drugs and Rock and Roll’. Their recent singles – ‘Summer Days’ and ‘On It’ – have shown that their ambition\, accomplishment and versatility has hit the next level\, without losing the chaotic streak and larger-than-life personality that sets them apart from the pack. With recent support including Radio X\, Clash and Dork\, that statement is reiterated as they now share the album’s latest single ‘Tommy’. \n‘Tommy’ is the sound of a band playing for maximal impact\, with bouncy hip-hop-meets-indie-rock verses setting the tone before unleashing the raw punk rush of the hook – with a killer elastic bassline and a searing hard rock solo thrown in for good measure. Vocalist/guitarist Sol Abrahams delivers every line with venom\, with the song’s story – a young woman whose life is wanted by falling in love with a waster – inspired by their local Essex heartlands\, but instantly recognisable everywhere across the UK. \nSol says\, “‘Tommy’ is the story of an aspiring actress who gets involved with this guy who’s a bit of a wrong ‘un and he takes her down the wrong path. I wrote it quickly and the solo is enough to melt your face clean off.” \n‘Tommy’ was written by Sol\, and recorded with his bandmates Luke Hare (bass) and Harry Gray (drums) at sessions split between Edge Studios and Silkmill Studios\, with production from Andy Gannon (AIKO\, The HARA). \nFrom debuting in 2018 to releasing their self-titled debut album in 2023\, Bilk’s ethos has always been about delivering gritty\, authentic rock ‘n’ roll that lives in the moment and provides an escape from the mundanity of daily life. It’s a stance that instigates unrestrained energy and drama at lives\, with memorable London headline gigs at Omeara\, The 100 Club and The Garage as well as an infamous Rough Trade in-store which resulted in them being banned from the shop\, plus big festival moments at Reading\, Leeds\, SXSW\, Truck\, The Great Escape and Louis Tomlinson’s Away From Home. \nBilk end 2024 by headlining a special fundraising show at Guildford’s Boileroom to benefit the mental health charity CALM. 2025 then gets underway with their most expansive headline tour to date\, which includes their biggest London show at the Electric Ballroom and then continues across Europe. The band’s dates are below\, remaining tickets are available HERE. \n  \nFEBRUARY \n5th – Bristol\, Thekla \n6th – Cardiff\, The Globe \n7th – London\, Electric Ballroom \n13th – Manchester\, Academy 2 \n14th – Leeds\, Brudenell Social Club \n15th – Newcastle\, Northumbria Students Union \n16th – Glasgow\, SWG3 Warehouse \n19th – Nottingham\, Rescue Rooms \n20th – Norwich\, Arts Centre \n21st – Birmingham\, O2 Academy 2 \n22nd – Southampton\, Engine Shed \n  \nMARCH \n3rd – Paris\, La Boule Noire \n4th – Antwerp\, Kavka Oudaan \n5th – Rotterdam\, Rotown \n7th – Copenhagen\, Ideal Bar @ Vega \n8th – Hamburg\, Hebebuhne \n9th – Berlin\, Privatclub \n11th – Warsaw\, Klub Hydrozagadka \n12th – Krakow\, Klub Gwarek \n13th – Prague\, Café V lese \n14th – Vienna\, Chelsea \n15th – Munich\, Milla \n16th – Milan\, Circolo Magnolia \n26th – Cork\, Winthrop Avenue \n27th – Galway\, Roisin Dubh \n28th – Belfast\, Oh Yeah Music Centre \n29th – Dublin\, The Workman’s Club
URL:https://www.cardiff-times.co.uk/event/bilk-share-slick-new-video-for-tommy/
LOCATION:The Globe\, 125 Albany Rd\, CF24 3NS
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