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Blackheart Orchestra

Officially the smallest orchestra in the world. Two people playing 13 instruments between them, Chrissy Mostyn and Rick Pilkington perform in what has been described as a ‘musical space station’ of instruments including acoustic and electric guitar, bowed guitar, bass, percussion, mandola, piano, organ, Omnichord and vintage synthesizers.

Venue:
The Forum Music Centre, Borough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SG
Date:
Mar 28th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£16

Johnny Cash Roadshow

A fast-paced, energetic, constantly-evolving show that's now the longest running and most critically acclaimed Johnny Cash show across the UK and Europe.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Mar 28th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £28

James Born of Frustration

The No.1 James tribute.

Venue:
KU, Prince Regent Street, Stockton, TS18 1DB
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£12.50

Keywest

A dynamic Irish band that started as street performers in Dublin, captivating audiences with their folk rock sound and magnetic stage presence.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£22.50

AKA Noel Gallagher

Venue:
The Studio, Tower Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7HQ
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£16.50adv

Ultimate Stone Roses

Venue:
Anarchy Brew Co., Benfield Business Park, Unit A1, Enfield Road, Newcastle, NE6 4NQ
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£12.50

UK Rock Show

Get ready to be transported back to the 80s - the heyday of classic rock. An amazing five-piece band recreate hits from rock gods such as Journey, Aerosmith, Def Leppard, Bon Jovi, Kiss, AC/DC, Van Halen and many more!

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£23

Tribute Triple Bill

Featuring Coldplay It Again, Oasis Here Now and Stereoconics.

Venue:
Riverside, 1 The Close, Quayside, Newcastle, NE1 3RQ
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£21.60adv

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Martin Simpson

One of England’s most revered folk performers, widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, Martin's interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling.

Venue:
Queen's Hall Arts Centre, Beaumont Street, Hexham, NE46 3LS
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £18

Man In The Mirror

A Tribute to Michael Jackson.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£37.95adv

Jumpin Hot Club presents The Delines

Serving up country soul music from Portland, Oregon.

Venue:
Gosforth Civic Theatre, Regent Farm Road, Newcastle, NE3 3HD
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£25

Seriously Collins

The Phil Collins & Genesis tribute show.

Venue:
Whitley Bay Playhouse, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£35.95

Women in Songs

Recital with mezzo-soprano Hanna Hipp and pianist Emma Abbate. Playing songs written for, by and about women, including works by composers Clara and Robert Schumann, Pauline Viardot, Francis Poulenc, Amy Beach and Madeleine Dring.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£14-£16

An Evening of Acoustic Folk, Blues and Americana

Featuring three of the North East’s established Singer/Songwriters – Phil Caffrey, George Lamb & Pat McMahon.

Venue:
The Witham, 3 Horsemarket, Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8YL
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£15

Phil Campbell & The Bastard Sons

A hard-hitting, old-school rock outfit led by Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£28

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Ruth Lyon

Ruth crafts unique and mesmeric songs – analogue and angular anti-folk that gives as much attention to silence as sound, tied together with understated but muscular groove.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15

Alchemy Live

Tribute to Mark Knopfler & Dire Straits.

Venue:
Arc, Dovecot Street, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1LL
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£21.50

Diana and Lionel - Endless Love

Starring a sensational cast, incredible vocals and a stellar live band, Endless Love is the ultimate feel-good night out and celebrates the two legendary artistes Diana Ross and Lionel Richie.

Venue:
Middlesbrough Theatre, The Avenue, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS5 6SA
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£27.50

Matt Liddle-McGhee

Join local singer-songwriter and guitarist Matt Liddle-McGhee for an intimate evening of live music. Known for his soulful vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and masterful guitar playing, Matt blends elements of folk, indie, and acoustic rock to create a sound that’s both timeless and contemporary.

Venue:
Old Cinema Launderette, 38 Marshall Terrace, Gilesgate Moor, Durham, DH1 2HX
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£9.90adv

Robyn Errico

Born and raised in Darlington, singer songwriter Robyn Errico channels the dreamlike and the ethereal to create her unique alternative sound.

Venue:
The Forum Music Centre, Borough Road, Darlington, DL1 1SG
Date:
Mar 29th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£7

Singin' in the Rain in Concert

Royal Northern Sinfonia and expert film conductor Ben Palmer perform the smile-bringing, toe-tapping music from the legendary 1952 smash hit Hollywood classic Singin in the Rain, by Arthur Freed and Nacio Herb Brown.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
18:00
Price:
£13-£49

Andy Fairweather Low and The Low Riders

Andy Fairweather Low shot to fame as lead singer in Amen Corner singing massive hits like ‘Bend Me Shape Me’, ‘Hello Suzy’ and ‘( If Paradise is ) Half As Nice’. A hugely successful Solo career followed with ‘Wide Eyed And Legless’ being the biggest International hit from his three solo albums.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£30.80-£33

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Jamil Sheriff Trio with Nadim Teimoori

Performing brand new music from his upcoming album, Jamil brings together this exquisite group of musicians featuring long time collaborators Dave Walsh (drums), Nadim Teimoori (saxophone) and Sam Quintana (double bass).

Venue:
The Globe, 11 Railway Street, Newcastle, NE4 7AD
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£12adv/£14otd/under 25s £7

South of Salem

Bournemouth-based horror-rockers.

Venue:
Anarchy Brew Co., Benfield Business Park, Unit A1, Enfield Road, Newcastle, NE6 4NQ
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
18:00
Price:
£20

John Bramwell

Frontman of I Am Kloot.

Venue:
KU, Prince Regent Street, Stockton, TS18 1DB
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£22.50

The Steelers play Steely Dan

The Steelers, a 9-piece band comprising of musicians from around the UK, will perform a selection of timeless Steely Dan classics.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
12:00
Price:
£16

The Lindisfarne Story

Founder member and drummer Ray Laidlaw and former front man Billy Mitchell tell Lindisfarne's roller-coaster story with tall tales, memorable music and of course, scurrilous gossip.

Venue:
The Forum Theatre, Queensway, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS23 2LJ
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £26.50

Think Floyd

Think Floyd’s new show features the whole range of classic Pink Floyd from Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, The Wall, The Division Bell and more.

Venue:
The Customs House, Mill Dam, South Shields, NE33 1ES
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £32.50

Joel Adam Russell

After nearly a decade in Nashville, Joel is stood at the forefront of true Americana songwriting. Support from Brandon Ridley, a Welsh Country singer.

Venue:
Little Buildings, 3-5 Stepney Bank, Newcastle, NE1 2PW
Date:
Mar 30th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£12.50

Courting

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Mar 31st 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£15

Mike Dawes

An English guitarist known for composing, arranging, and performing multiple parts simultaneously on a single guitar.

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 1st 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£20

Gurriers

Combining elements of punk and shoegaze, the Dublin indie rock quintet Gurriers emerged in the early 2020s with a raucous, urgent sound, delivering biting social and political commentary using half-sang, half-spoken lyrics.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 1st 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£14

Split Chain

Birthed from the resurgent Emo and Grunge scenes, and reminiscent of the early 2000’s MTV aesthetic and sound, Split Chain present a refreshing balance of Shoegaze, Grunge and Nu-Metal to the UK’s ever growing alternative musical landscape.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Apr 1st 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£15

Chris Brain

Yorkshire’s Chris Brain has carved his place firmly into the contemporary folk scene following his highly-regarded first two albums, Bound to Rise (2022) and Steady Away (2023).

Venue:
The Cluny 2, 34 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 2nd 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£10

Michael Ball & Alfie Boe

After decorated careers in theatre and opera, Michael and Alfie were suddenly chart superstars. As a duo, they have now sold over 1.5 million albums in the UK, received two Classic Brit Awards, sold-out three headline arena tours and presented three ITV Specials.

Venue:
Utilita Arena, Arena Way, Newcastle, NE4 7NA
Date:
Apr 2nd 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
From £47.75

Gareth Gates Sings Love Songs From The Movies

This spellbinding show seamlessly blends the heartwarming melodies of classic films with the electrifying energy of up-tempo hits, all brought to life by Gareth's soulful voice and magnetic stage presence.

Venue:
Whitley Bay Playhouse, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ
Date:
Apr 2nd 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £41.25

Royal Northern Sinfonia: Dvorak's New World Symphony

If you had to put together a list of the top 10 symphonies ever written, Anton Dvořák’s (pronounced vor-jacques in case you wondered) Symphony No. 9, better known as the ‘New World Symphony’ would almost certainly be in it. Also on the programme is Beethoven’s stunningly beautiful piano concerto and a piece by Benn Lunn whose music has been described as ‘other-worldly’.

Venue:
Middlesbrough Town Hall, Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 2QJ
Date:
Apr 3rd 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£27/under 30s £10

Eddi Reader

Inimitable Scottish singer and front woman for Fairground Attraction. Support from MG Boulter.

Venue:
The Fire Station, High Street West, Sunderland, SR1 3HA
Date:
Apr 3rd 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £29

Lordi

One of the major Finnish rock / heavy metal acts of our time.

Venue:
NX, Westgate Road, Newcastle, NE1 1SW
Date:
Apr 3rd 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£25+bf

Taylor Fever

An electrifying tribute production to Taylor Swift.

Venue:
Middlesbrough Theatre, The Avenue, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough, TS5 6SA
Date:
Apr 3rd 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£22.50

MANIA - The Abba Tribute

Venue:
Stockton Globe, 153A High St, Stockton, TS18 1PL
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £15

Gabrielle

British singer and songwriter Gabrielle is heading back out on tour to celebrate her latest release A Place In Your Heart. Gabrielle will also be joined by very special guest Tunde of Lighthouse Family.

Venue:
O2 City Hall, Northumberland Road, Newcastle, NE1 8SF
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
18:30
Price:
£47.55adv

The Style Councillors

Style Council tribute.

Venue:
Wylam Brewery, Palace of Arts, Exhibition Park, Newcastle, NE2 4PZ
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£22adv

Dvořák’s New World Symphony

Charismatic conductor Stephanie Childress and pianist Piotr Anderszewski are the guest stars for this evening’s concert with Royal Northern Sinfonia.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£19-£46

Destination Elton: The Hits of Elton John

This 11 piece crew of the finest session musician & vocalists visit North Shields for the first time, to lovingly re-create the stunning back catalogue of one of the UKs greatest songwriters.

Venue:
The Exchange, 1 Howard Street, North Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE30 1SE
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
20:15
Price:
£15-£20

Beautiful Trauma – The Live Pink Tribute Show

Venue:
The Forum Theatre, Queensway, Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees, TS23 2LJ
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £26.50

Rebecca Downes

Birmingham-based Rebecca is a fully independent artist creating original blues/rock music with her co-songwriter Steve Birkett.

Venue:
The Georgian Theatre, Green Dragon Yard, Stockton on Tees, TS18 1AE
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£15adv

Proud Mary

Country/blues/rock band from Oldham who were discovered by Noel Gallagher in 2001.

Venue:
KU, Prince Regent Street, Stockton, TS18 1DB
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£17.50

Morganway

British Americana rockers Morganway are back and louder than ever.

Venue:
The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle, NE1 2PQ
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£18

As We Were – The History of Oasis and Beyond

Join the UK’s Official Number One Oasis tribute band, Oasish as they chart “The Rise”, “The Rift”, and “The Reunion” of arguably one of the biggest bands to come out of the UK.

Venue:
The Customs House, Mill Dam, South Shields, NE33 1ES
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
From £29

Ichiko Aoba

Ichiko Aoba’s pulls listeners from reality, surrounding them in the comforting fabric of her imagination, and she has been casting spells on them with voice and guitar since her debut at 19. Her latest album, Luminescent Creatures, inspired by Japan’s Ryukyu Archipelago, is rich with bioluminescent imagery, lush strings, and oceanic soundscapes.

Venue:
The Glasshouse, Gateshead Quays, NE8 2YR
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
20:00
Price:
£28.10-£33.20

The Blow Monkeys

With worldwide hits such as the classics “Digging Your Scene” and “It Doesn’t Have To Be This Way”, they became household names but there was always so much more going on with these soulful troubadours.

Venue:
Alnwick Playhouse, Bondgate Without, Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1PQ
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£26

The Neil Diamond Story

One of the world's finest vocal tributes to Neil Diamond.

Venue:
Whitley Bay Playhouse, Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1LZ
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:30
Price:
£33.45

China Drum

An alternative indie band with a punk ethos, who started in a small Northumberland village called Ovingham in 1989.

Venue:
The Grove, 1 St Michael's Rd, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU
Date:
Apr 4th 2025
Time:
19:00
Price:
£20