CorrosionFest 2026: Motel Transylvania + TRAITRS + Der Himmel + Manuskript + Seekers Are Lovers + Darkways + The Eddies + Subatomic Strangers + IAmImperfect + Scheitan + Drave + Art Gallery
2026-03-20 18:00 - 2026-03-22 01:00 (Europe/London)
A weekend of West Coast Gothic at Corrosion.Our Pocket bespoke international indoor festival of live Alternative music returns to Morecambe. This year with 12 great bands over 2 days.

Nitzer Ebb + Red Meat
2026-03-20 19:30 - 22:30 | Manchester Academy, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR

Nitzer Ebb + TBC
2026-03-21 19:00 - 22:30 | The Jazz Cafe, London, 5 Parkway, Camden,, London, NW1 7PG

Traitrs + Moth Slut + Luna Rosa
2026-03-22 19:00 - 23:00 | 229, London, 229 Great Portland Street, London, W1B 1PF
With a cinematic blend of post-punk, goth, alternative and post-rock, their emotive melodies, propulsive rhythms, angular guitars and dark cinematic electronics quickly led to the duo becoming one of the dark music scene’s fastest rising independent artists.” – The Big Takover

In a landmark year filled with several international tours, millions of music streams, plus a feature in the 2024’s revision of the cult classic film The Crow, Canadian cold wave duo TRAITRS demonstrated all throughout 2024 why they are one of the hardest working bands in the modern goth scene. With their nightmarish mosaic of icy guitars, melancholic synths, motorik drum machine rhythms, anthemic melodies woven together with horror-laced lyricism, TRAITRS captures the spirit of older bands like The Cure, Bauhaus and Cocteau Twins, while keeping their feet firmly planted in the present day.

Psydoll + Heart Of Hecate
2026-03-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Bloc+, Glasgow, 117 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 2SZ
PSYDOLL returns to Glasgow, bringing their signature Tokyo Cyberpunk sound. Expect a high-octane mix of industrial tracks, live guitar, and keytar-led vocals that create a fast-paced, alternate-reality atmosphereJoining them is Heart of Hecate, a multi-genre project blending dark dance music with visual storytelling and a touch of the occultPSYDOLLhttps://psydoll.bandcamp.com/Heart of Hecatehttps://www.instagram.com/heartofhecateofficial/?hl=en🗓️ Thurs 26th Mar ⏰ 9pm 🎟️ FREE ENTRY 18+— at Bloc+

This is one of the PSYDOLL MUTATE TOUR 2026. For full information, please see the link below. If you have any of the strange but lovable rock fan friends, be sure to tell them about this, as it doesn’t happen very often!https://www.facebook.com/events/2191664121644285

The Twilight Sad: Signing Event
2026-03-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Rough Trade East, London, The Old Truman Brewery, 150 Brick Lane,, London, E1 6QL
Rough Trade East is very excited to present a live performance and signing from The Twilight Sad. This unique event celebrates the release of their new album ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’ released via Rock Action.

Tickets for this event also include a physical copy of the fantastic new album on your format of choice to be collected from Rough Trade East on the day of the show.

More product information can be found HERE >> https://shop.roughtrade.com/products/its-the-long-goodbye

Chaos Bleak + The Medea Project + Shallow Halo
2026-03-27 20:00 - 23:00 | Mist Rolling Inn, Nottingham, 78 Derby Road, Nottingham, NG1 5FD
Nottingham gothic rockers Chaos Bleak, are performing an intimate home town gig with support from The Medea Project and Shallow Halo

The Dark Eighties:
2026-03-27 20:00 - 2026-03-28 02:00 | Nambucca, London, 596 Holloway Road, London, N7 6LB, United Kingdom
The Dark Eighties Special Edition: NEW + 1980s Cult Hits, Dark Wave, Industrial, Goth, EBM + more with The Dark Eighties DJs!

Early show beforehand with 4 piece Liverpool band, SO, REVERIE

https://soreverie.bandcamp.com

So, Reverie are a newly formed Liverpool based Post-Punk / Shoegaze duo consisting of Lead Singer/Guitarist Andy Power & Guitarist/Drummer Cain Garcia. Following the dissolution of their former band, the pair decided to reunite over their shared love for alternative guitar music with the intention of being the band they would want to see themselves.

We are back at Nambucca with DJ Jonas Ranson + more! Let’s celebrate!-Goth-Synth Pop-Industrial-Post Punk-Punk-EBM-New Romantics-Dark Wave-Cold Wave-Minimal Wave-Italo Disco and more!

Get ready for songs by bands like Front 242, DAF, Clan of Xymox The Cure, Depeche Mode, Joy Division, Soft Cell, Pet Shop Boys, Tears for Fears, Sisters of Mercy, Bauhaus, The Damned, The Cult, P.I.L, The Normal, Sex Pistols, Adverts, Specimen, Trisomie 21, Human League, Rational Youth + LOTS MORE.Plus loads of exciting NEW songs from new bands in the same genres including London + UK bands!

Nambucca

Friday, March 27th

LIVE BANDS END BY 10:45PM

8pm-2am

18+

Reformation + MADMOIZEL
2026-03-27 22:30 - 2026-03-28 03:30 | The Waiting Room, London, Stoke Newington, London, N16 0PE
We are delighted to announce that our next live act to join REFORMATION will be MADMOIZEL

MADMOIZEL is a Paris-based composer, performer, producer. Classically trained, the French artist draws inspiration from a wide range of influences, from neo-classical to punk and electronic music.

With a frontal and minimalist setup, she opens up the sound spectrum to its fullest, becoming the epicentre of an electronic narrative where the power of her lyrical voice and the precise conductor-like gestures, transform her performances into captivating experiences.

Sharing the stage with notable artists like Anne Clark , Kas Product , John Maus, Xeno&Oaklander, ORLAN…, MADMOIZEL has toured, since 2010, the Underground and Queer stages, European Electronics and Goth festivals, and the realm of contemporary art by collaborating with visual artists and choreographers.

To date, 5 albums have been released on european independent labels, and also a production of collaborative works with many remixes, singles for compilations and featuring.

Unclassifiable yet identifiable, MADMOIZEL writes and plays a music of its own.

https://madmoizel.bandcamp.com

/// Reformation After-Party until 3.30am featuring Special Guest DJ Ludi Oktokreuz ///

Strange Manchester: Promenade Cinema + Psydoll
2026-03-28 19:00 - 2026-03-29 02:00 | Grafton Arms Manchester, 27 Grafton Street, Manchester, M13 9WU
Strange Events presents: Promenade Cinema& Strange Manchester after party from 10pm.

Strange DJs playing the best in darks 80s, Goth, Darkwave & Industrial to follow.

Promenade Cinema create cinematic synthpop with dark allure and melodic intensity. Lushsynths and compelling vocals build songs that stay with you long after they end. Their musicdraws you into a world of shadow and splendour, where emotion and atmosphere takecentre stage.Following the popularity of their recent singles Play With Fate (July 2025) and Under Review(September 2025) – new album AFTERLIFE cements Promenade Cinema’s reputation as oneof the UK’s most distinctive electronic duos. The physical album & digital download isavailable via Bandcamp: https://promenadecinema.bandcamp.com/On stage, Promenade Cinema have built a reputation for immersive performances acrossEurope, appearing at festivals including Infest (UK), ElectriXmas (Sweden), Resistanz (UK),Fame Festival (Poland), and NCN Festival (Germany).Refined, evocative, and unforgettable.

Eclipse: Chaos Bleak + Machiner
2026-03-28 20:00 - 2026-03-29 00:00 | The Vixen Bar, Hartlepool, The Princess Helena. 19 Whitby Street, Hartlepool, TS24 7AB
Eclipse Goth Night is back!

🗓 Saturday 28th March⏱ 8pm – late💲 £3 online or £4 on the door📍 Vixen Bar, Hartlepool, TS24 7AB

Joining us this time will be Chaos Bleak & Machiner!🦇

Please note; bands will be playing on the second floor – stair access only

Bein-E + Cryogenica + Jan Doyle Band + Velocette
2026-03-29 13:30 - 21:00 | The Dublin Castle, London, 94 Parway, Camden Town,, London, NW1 7AN
We’re back for more sunday worship.. We’re listing the bands in alphabetical order and not telling you what time each is on. Come see everyone!

Bein-EOr Beinaheleidenschaftsgegenstand to give them their full nameExperimental from industrial noise soundscape and to powerful dramatic vocal performances, Bein E have made quite the name for themselves over the years for a unique and uncompromising sound.

https://beinaheleidenschaftsgegenstand.bandcamp.com/music

CryogenicaGothic rock with plenty of electronic rock underpinnings. Strong performances with excellent vocals combine with sublime guitar work to create a truly fantastic show.

Take a look at the interview we did with them here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jab9WBPjFdY

Jan Doyle Bandhttp://linktr.ee/jandoylebandAlso should be no strangers to anyone around here. Known to be somewhat genre ambivalent but currently very much pursuing the dark gothic agenda. Will be performing much of the material that made their Ravenspurgh Gothic Phantasmagoria video that was done for the Goth City virtual festival this year.

VelocetteWho made their debut at our festival in Sheffield last year. Their explosive live show totally rocked the place and everyone instantly fell in love with them. For Hari on vocals the whole venue is her stage as she frequently leaves it and wades into the crowd while stuart fills the air with his sublime guitar power.

https://velocette-band.bandcamp.com/track/my-dear-velocette

The Twilight Sad: Signing Event
2026-03-29 18:00 - 22:00 | Resident Music, Brighton, 28 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL
Beloved Scottish band, The Twilight Sad, make their long-awaited return with ‘It’s The Long Goodbye’, their sixth studio album. We’re thrilled to be welcoming them to our shopfloor for an intimate stripped-back show in celebration.

Pick up an album with entry to the event…

The release date for physical copies of this album is 27th March. Albums will be available to collect on the door at the event.

For any stock queries, please also contact orders@resident-music.com

Priority entry will go to those who purchase the album with instore access. If we have space for additional entries on the day, we will be able to let extra people in.

Under 14’s can come for free, while spaces last – contact us on orders@resident-music.com with the subject “Under 14s Ticket” for more information.

This is a standing event. For seating / accessibility requests, please contact orders@resident-music.com. Please note we have a limited number of chairs available.

Senex IV + My Funeral Dance
2026-03-29 19:30 - 23:00 | Hope and Anchor, London, 207 Upper Street, London, N1 1RL, United Kingdom
An evening of gothic rock live music featuring SENEX IV and My Funeral Dance.SENEX IV are a UK-based gothic and post-punk band known for its dark rock style and lyrics that explore dark stories and themes.My Funeral Dance are known for their dark, melancholic sound.

The Twilight Sad: Signing Event
2026-03-30 19:00 - 22:00 | Brudenell Social Club, Leeds, 33 Queens Road, Leeds, LS6 1NY
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Psydoll + Metaltech + Arrows Meet
2026-03-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Bannermans Bar, Edinburgh, 212 Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1NQ
The information will be updated from time to time, The times are tentative. so please check back often…

What a horror! Such a historical city will be transformed into Tokyo, for just a little while.Of course, there are effective bands to stop this.

METALTECH – the crazy orange knights from the northern capital.Arrows Meet radiating crazy Scottish electrical waves and competing against each other.It happens to be Monday, so there’s only one choice….. Come on.

PSYDOLLhttps://psydoll.bandcamp.com/Tokyo Cyberpunk. A high-octane blend of industrial tracks, guitar, and keytar-wielding vocals. Enter a chaotic alternate reality where the sound never stops.

METALTECHhttps://metaltech.bandcamp.com/While at the cutting edge of Power Drinking also seem to find the time to write fantastical techno industrial choons! Behold their might and let yourself be absorbed!

Arrows Meethttps://arrowsmeet.bandcamp.com/Hard beats, funky grooves and engagingly ambiguous narratives by two artists from Perth Australia via Kuala Lumpur and Glasgow who reference sounds from Berlin and Miami.

Ticket: £12.00 (+ £1.50 booking fee)https://tickets-scotland.com//events.html?event_method=viewevent&event_id=d1d018fd-f15b-11f0-b1db-060035c00d11

This is one of the PSYDOLL MUTATE TOUR 2026. For full information, please see the link below. If you have any of the strange but lovable rock fan friends, be sure to tell them about this, as it doesn’t happen very often.https://www.facebook.com/events/2191664121644285

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-03-31 19:00 - 22:30 | Bannermans Bar, Edinburgh, 212 Cowgate, Edinburgh, EH1 1NQ
The Awakening is a dark musical project born in Johannesburg, South Africa, in the late ’90s as the creative expression of vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, author, actor and songwriter Ashton Nyte. The Awakening’s sound has morphed and mutated over the years, incorporating elements of Gothic Rock, Darkwave, Gothic Metal, Industrial Rock, Post-punk, Electronic, New Wave, Folk Noir and other theatrical meanderings.

Frontman Ashton Nyte has released 8 solo albums and 2 books in addition to his work as The Awakening. He has contributed vocals and lyrics to several other projects, featuring members of The Cure, Peter Murphy, The Mission, Beauty In Chaos, and All About Eve, among others.

Nyte has written and performed in theatrical productions and hosted philanthropic events, including his Rock Against Rape concert series and presenting a lecture series at US universities focusing on tolerance and acceptance. He has had songs featured in major television shows like Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (HBOMax), The Purge (USA Network), among others.

Music journalists have described Nyte as “Johannesburg’s Bowie” for his widely varying musical styles and theatrical performance approach. With a catalogue of over 350 released original songs, Ashton Nyte and The Awakening have enjoyed airplay and chart success on major independent radio stations worldwide and have toured extensively and headlined music festivals in the USA, Europe, and South Africa to upwards of 30,000 people.

Psydoll + Zilch Patrol
2026-03-31 19:30 - 23:00 | Trillians, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Princess Square, Northumberland St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ER, United Kingdom
PSYDOLL are coming back to the core of Rock, Trillians, Newcastle !!

Tuesday 31 March First band 8pm!FREE ENTRY

PSYDOLLhttps://psydoll.bandcamp.com/Tokyo Cyberpunk. A high-octane blend of industrial tracks, guitar, and keytar-wielding vocals. Enter a chaotic alternate reality where the sound never stops.

Zilch Patrolhttps://linktr.ee/zilchpatrol“Three cans of chuhai and the truth.”!!!

Sadly “Sexx Hoof” have to cancel their stage, but PSYDOLL and they became to be the band friends, so please keep on your eyes!https://www.facebook.com/therealhoof

This is one of the PSYDOLL MUTATE TOUR 2026.For full information, please see the link below. If you have any of the strange but lovable rock fan friends, be sure to tell them about this, as it doesn’t happen very often.https://www.facebook.com/events/2191664121644285

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-04-01 19:00 - 22:30 | The Deaf Institute, Manchester, 135 Grosvenor Street, Manchester, M1 7HE

Psydoll + Gothzilla + Burnt Paw
2026-04-01 19:00 - 23:00 | The Source Collective, Carlisle, 32 Nelson Street, Carlisle, CA2 5NB
PSYDOLL coming back to Carlisle!!!

Psydoll is a Japanese musical group, formed in Tokyo in 1997, that specializes in a unique blend of cyberpunk, industrial, electropop, and gothic rock. Known for their futuristic aesthetic often inspired by anime, manga, and sci-fi films (particularly Blade Runner), the band has been described as “J-pop for the Nine Inch Nails generation”.

+ GothzillaScottish Goth Rock bandhttps://gothzilla.bandcamp.com/

+ Burnt Pawweird dreams have people too:drawing : music : Carlislehttps://burntpaw.bandcamp.com/Melodic solo electric guitar with atmospheric vocal soundscapes, dark folk mythic psychedelia

Doors: 7pmLive music 8pm – 11pmTickets on sale NOW – £8 Adv / £10 OTDhttps://www.skiddle.com/e/42175884

This is one of the PSYDOLL MUTATE TOUR 2026.For full information, please see the link below. If you have any of the strange but lovable rock fan friends, be sure to tell them about this, as it doesn’t happen very often.

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-04-02 19:00 - 22:30 | Nightrain, Bradford, 7-19 Queensgate, Bradford, BD1 1RB, United Kingdom

Grooving in Green + My Funeral Dance + Doomood
2026-04-02 19:00 - 23:00 | Cart & Horses, London, 1 Maryland Point, London, E15 1PF
Off-Beat Promotions present an evening of gothic rock and post-punk from three top UK acts.

GROOVING IN GREEN Champions of high-energy “groove goth,” Grooving in Green deliver thunderous riffs, dark atmospheres and a fiercely modern take on classic gothic rock. “A masterclass in contemporary goth power and melody.” – Dark Arts Review https://groovingingreen.co.uk

MY FUNERAL DANCE Mixing post-punk melancholy with shimmering guitars and cold, angular rhythms, My Funeral Dance create brooding anthems that hit both heart and dancefloor. “Haunting, stylish and impossible not to move to.” – Night Shift Zine https://myfuneraldance.bandcamp.com

DOOMOOD A rising force in UK darkwave, Doomood blend minimalist electronics, brooding vocals and hypnotic basslines into a shadowy sonic ritual. “Atmospheric and entrancing—darkwave at its most elegant.” – Shadow Veil Magazine https://doomood.bandcamp.com

Catch all three on April 2nd, 2026 at Cart & Horses—tickets just £10 (+ booking fee) for a limited time. An unmissable night for fans of deep, dark, alternative soundscapes!

Psydoll + <MADRIGIRL> + Janique James
2026-04-02 19:30 - 23:00 | Centrala, Birmingham, Centrala, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 5RT
PKushikatsu and Loud Women present a night of innovative female voices.

Chanelling ice goddesses Siouxsie Sioux and Nina Hagen over electro beats and metalic guitar shreads, PSYDOLL are pioneers in the Tokyo cyber goth scene. It’s great to have them back in Birmingham on their MUTATE TOUR 2026

Jude Rees as <MADRIGIRL> delves deep into medieval and Renaissance manuscripts, electronically reconstructing it with looped improvisations and her own compositions. Expect shawms, bagpipes, hurdy gurdy, synths and voice, woven into immersive, otherworldly soundscapes. It’s experimental music with warmth, intelligence and edge.

Janique James is a Birmingham solo singer songwriter when she is not being the front woman of NOT SOUP. Her music is a by-product of life’s subtle chaos with intricate jaunty guitar and poetic lyricism that often borders on abstract and surreal.For fans of The Smiths, Dry Cleaning, Laura Mvula and Orange Juice

Advance tickets only £10 (£12 on the door)2 for 1 advance offer for under 25s

PSYDOLL MUTATE TOUR 2026 full informationhttps://www.facebook.com/events/2191664121644285

Post play presents.... SIOUXSIE SUICIDE + Tantrum Zentrum
2026-04-03 19:00 - 23:30 | Poco Loco, Chatham, 58 High Street, Chatham, Me4 4ds
Post plague present

SIOUXSIE SUICIDE

Tantrum Zentrum

Plus SPIRIT club night with DJs

Resistanz 2026: Cassyette + Amelia Arsenic + Solar Fake + Lebrock + Reaper + MOAAN EXIS + Nevada Hardware + Rio Rodrigo + Rotorsand + Mercy Girl + Phosgore + Denuit + Strange Futures + Red Cell + Ghost Cop + Arch Femmesis + House of Serpents + Likk + Karkasarus + Tayne + Draven
2026-04-03 19:00 - 2026-04-05 23:00 | Corporation, Sheffield, Milton Street, Sheffield, S1 4JU
Resistanz Festival 2026 – 3rd, 4th, 5th April.Taking place at our spiritual home, the Corporation venue in Sheffield, England, UK. This three day event over Easter Bank Holiday weekend will see a full line up of both international and domestic artists from the world of industrial, electro, synthpop, alternative music and more, plus some of the scenes finest DJ’s. Attendees can expect yet another high calibre and eclectic line up that the festival has become famously renowned for bringing together.Tickets are now on sale exclusively at www.corporation.org.ukThe first release of early bird tickets sold out within minutes! The second and final release of early bird tickets are currently on sale (at the time of writing). A three payment plan will once again be introduced for those wishing to split the cost of a full weekend ticket (details soon).Line up announcements will start towards the end of Summer 2025. Be sure to follow our facebook and instagram pages for all the latest news.For futher info see www.resistanz.co.uk

Grooving In Green + The Glass House Museum
2026-04-03 20:00 - 23:00 | King Billy Music Bar, Northampton, 2 Commercial St,, Northampton, NN1 1PJ
Off-Beat Promotions presents a Free Gothic Rock/Post-Punk Double-Header with two of the UK’s top contemporary acts.

GROOVING IN GREEN Champions of high-energy “groove goth,” Grooving in Green deliver thunderous riffs, dark atmospheres and a fiercely modern take on classic gothic rock. “A masterclass in contemporary goth power and melody.” – Dark Arts Review https://groovingingreen.com

THE GLASS HOUSE MUSEUM is a three-piece band from the West Midlands that creates original post punk / alternative rock music because it keeps them off the streets & getting into trouble.https://the-glass-house-museum.bandcamp.com/

Catch both bands on April 3rd, 2026 at The King Billy Music Bar, Northampton. Entry is 100% free!

The Awakening + Black Lakes + Dhampyres
2026-04-04 19:00 - 22:30 | Exchange, Bristol, 72 - 73 Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0EJ, United Kingdom

Carpe Noctum: Grooving In Green + Black Rose Moves + Doberwoman
2026-04-04 19:00 - 2026-04-05 02:00 | Lending Room, Leeds, 229 Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 3AP, United Kingdom
CARPE NOCTUM is the biggest and longest-running regular goth club in the north of England. It celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, and was recently an inaugural inductee of the Leeds Goth Hall of Fame. Our resident DJs boast a wealth of experience, with past residencies in Leeds and Bradford, including the legendary Flock club night, under their belts, alongside guest appearances at clubs and festivals throughout the North, including repeat appearances at Goth City Festival, Tomorrow’s Ghosts, and Infest. Weaving sets from a broad palette of dark alternative genres and subgenres, fuelling and fuelled by the dancefloor, their ethos is that the party is all! Expect tracks old and new, bona-fide classics and hidden gems, foot-stompers and lightbulb-changers.https://www.facebook.com/Goth.Up.North/

THE LENDING ROOM is Leeds’ finest big small venue! With state-of-the-art lighting, PA and engineers, you can get up-close-and-personal with some of the best acts around today, and still sidle back to the bar in short order. Please note the Lending Room is an upstairs venue with no level access.https://www.facebook.com/libraryvenue/

18+ only, right of admission reserved.Bands from around 19:30 till approximately 22:00, with the club night following till 2am.Admission is £8 advance/on the door, or just a fiver after the bands for the club night only. Cash only on the door please!

Angelbomb + Psydoll + TBC
2026-04-04 19:30 - 23:00 | The Waiting Room, London, Stoke Newington, London, N16 0PE
Angelbomb

Psydoll

+ another act TBC

This is the final date of the PSYDOLL MUTATE TOUR 2026.For full information, please see the link below. If you have any of the strange but lovable rock fan friends, be sure to tell them about this, as it doesn’t happen very often.https://www.facebook.com/events/2191664121644285

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-04-05 19:00 - 22:30 | The Underworld, London, 174 Camden High Street, London, NW1 0NE, United Kingdom

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-04-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Slow Century Records, Solihull, 1588 High St, Knowle, Solihull, B93 0LF
As part of the ‘DARK CARNIVAL’ tour this April, The Awakening’s Ashton Nyte will be making a special appearance as a guest of Slow Century Records as part of their Record Store Day status celebrations.

Strictly limited to 20 tickets, Ashton will perform some acoustic tracks, spend some time meeting and chatting to ticket holders, and a signing/selfie session.

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-04-07 19:00 - 22:30 | The Asylum, Birmingham, 38-42 Hampton Street, Birmingham, B19 3LS

Mercy Girl + tbc
2026-04-07 19:30 - 23:00 | Headrow House, Leeds, Bramleys Yard, 19 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 6PU
Mercy Girl is sensory euphoria and contemplation.

Formed in 2024 by members Daisy Miles, Davey Purdie, Craig Harkness and Kylie MacNaughton, the Glasgow based electronic outfit explore themes of love, despair and the uncertainty of the human experience. Taking inspiration from EBM, Darkwave and Electro-Pop, Mercy Girl invokes both the solace of a dark empty highway, and the surrender of a neon-hazed dancefloor.

Since launching in November 2024, the band have amassed a global audience and a cult online following. Having their music regularly played at, and being used to promote dark scene club nights everywhere from Los Angeles to Berlin. The band sold out their debut headline show in The Hug and Pint in Glasgow and have shared the stage with Justin Warfield (She Wants Revenge) at a sold out Oslo in Hackney, London. Their latest single ‘No Sound’ was featured as Track of the Week on BBC 6 Music, alongside strong support from BBC Introducing Scotland with an Artist of the Week full feature.

Mercy Girl + tbc
2026-04-08 19:30 - 23:00 | Yes, Manchester, 38 Charles Street, Manchester, M1 7DB

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-09 19:00 - 23:00 | The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich, 139-141 King Street, Norwich, NR11QH
Manchester’s IST IST return with their fifth studio album ‘DAGGER’ – the follow-up to 2024’s ‘Light A Bigger Fire’ which charted at number 25 in the UK, breaking them into the Top 40 for the first time.

Once again collaborating with producer Joseph Cross (Hurts, Lana Del Rey, Courteeners) the record finds the band returning to their electronic-infused post-punk roots after making a leap into more mainstream sensibilities last time out.

Over their decade as a band so far, IST IST have forged a formidable reputation on word of mouth excitement, amassing a dedicated cult following in the process. Operating with a fierce DIY work ethic, the band have an ever-growing back catalogue of successful studio and live releases. Self-releasing their entire repertoire through their own Kind Violence Records label, the band’s output has been championed by BBC Radio 1 and BBC 6Music, Radio X, XS Manchester, KINK FM in the Netherlands, The Times and more.

Riding the success of the last record into 2025, IST IST returned to Europe for further dates and subsequently released two live albums ‘ON FIRE’ and ‘Live in Italy’.

The band head back to Europe again in October for six shows in Italy and the Netherlands, before playing UK for shows in Leeds, Glasgow, London and Birmingham to conclude the year. The band have also just announced a hometown show at the 2,200 capacity Albert Hall in their home city of Manchester, which will conclude the ‘DAGGER’ tour.

Byronic Sex & Exile + The Wattingers
2026-04-10 19:00 - 22:00 | Exeter Cavern, 83-84 Queens Street, Exeter, EX4 3RP
Byronic Sex & Exile presents the second stage of the ‘Songs From The Blood’ tour.

BYRONIC SEX & EXILE – ‘SONGS FROM THE BLOOD’ TOUR (PART TWO)

In order to complete their Harkeresque sojourn in the footsteps of the Count, Byronic Sex & Exile presents the second stage of the ‘Songs From The Blood’ tour.

Part 2 will involve immersive performances in the key locations from ‘Dracula’ – namely, Whitby, London, Purfleet, Exeter, and (of course) the Borgo Pass itself. The shows are a mixture of guerilla-style outdoor acoustic performances, and full electric shows. The tour, which will see the ‘Songs From The Blood’ album performed in full, concludes with a show in Whitby as part of The Gothic Gathering weekend.

The Exeter show features special guests The Wattingers, and is followed by a clubnight by Disintegration. Doors are at 7pm.

‘Songs From The Blood’ Tour (Part 2)

Sunday 8th March – Bistritz Borgo Pass*

Fri 10th April – Exeter Cavern (with The Wattingers + Disintegration clubnight)

Sat 11th April – London Highgate Cemetery Gates (Chester Road entrance)*

Sun 12th April – Purfleet Church Hollow Chapel*

Fri 24th April – Whitby Hetty & Betty’s

*afternoon acoustic show

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-04-10 19:00 - 22:30 | Hanger 18, Swansea, 50 Plymouth Street, Swansea, SA1 3QQ

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-10 19:00 - 23:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS
Creeper will tour the UK and Ireland with a special run of intimate shows focused entirely on their ’Sanguivore’ era, performing songs from volumes I and II in small rooms for the first time.

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-10 19:00 - 23:00 | The Garage, London, 20-22 Highbury Corner Highbury, London, N5 1RD, United Kingdom

SKYND
2026-04-10 19:30 - 23:00 | Manchester Academy, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR

Byronic Sex & Exile
2026-04-11 00:00 - 23:59 | Highgate Cemetery Gates, Swain's Ln,, London, N6 6PJ

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-11 19:00 - 23:00 | Wedgewood Rooms, Southend on Sea, 147b Albert Road, Southsea, Southsea, PO4 0JW

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-11 19:00 - 23:00 | Exeter Phoenix, Bradninch Place, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS

SKYND
2026-04-11 19:30 - 23:00 | Electric Ballroom, London, 184 Camden High St, London, NW1 8QP, United Kingdom

Byronic Sex & Exile
2026-04-12 00:00 - 23:59 | Purfleet Church Hollow Chapel, Purfleet, RM19 1QD

The Awakening + Black Lakes
2026-04-12 19:00 - 22:30 | The Brook, Southampton, 466 Portswood Road, Southampton, SO17 3SD

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-12 19:00 - 23:00 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1UE

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-13 19:00 - 23:00 | O2 Academy Oxford, 190 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1UE

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-14 19:00 - 23:00 | The Globe, Cardiff, 125 Albany Road, Cardiff, CF24 3RU

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-16 19:00 - 23:00 | Mash, Cambridge, 15 Market Passage, Cambridge, CB2 3PF

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-16 19:00 - 23:00 | The Grove, Newcastle Upon Tyne, 1 St Michael's Road, Byker, Newcastle, NE6 1QU

Courtesan + The Black Riders Cult + Hollow Dawn
2026-04-16 20:00 - 23:00 | The Yorkshireman, Sheffield, 10 Arundel Gate, Sheffield, S1 2PP, United Kingdom
3 Gothic Rock Bands Battle it out!Courtesan:Blendings of Goth Rock and Industrial Sounds.The Black Riders Cult:Mixing dark alternative sounds with heavy riffs, deep basslines and metaphoric lyrics…Hollow Dawn:Formed from the ashes of some of Sheffield’s finest alternative/goth bands (The Way of all Flesh, Every Black Day, The Silent Age and Sanctuary) we still have unfinished business.

Elegia + Parade Ground
2026-04-16 20:00 - 2026-04-17 02:00 | The White Hotel, Salford, Dickinson Street,, Salford, M3 7LW
Elegia’s moving feast for EBM and darkwave fiends host Parade Ground, legendary pioneers of ’80s Belgian cold wave, whose anthem ‘Gold Rush’ has been played at every Elegia thus far. During the mid-late ’80s Parade Ground issued a classic run of LPs + EPs produced by Front 242, effectively making them Patrick Codenys and co.’s more pop-wise, dadaist sibling unit. More recently Dark Entries’ reissues and comps have reaffirmed Parade Ground’s pioneering status for EBM veterans and wavey youngbloods snagged on their sharp rhythms and ohrwurm hooks.

Salvation + The InSect + The Scarlet Hour
2026-04-17 19:00 - 23:00 | The Fulford Arms, York, 121 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4EX, United Kingdom
A superb night of Gothic Rock with scene legends Salvation

With support from The InSect + The Scarlet hour

£9 Adv. / 11 O.T.D

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-17 19:00 - 23:00 | The Craufurd Arms, Milton Keynes, 59 Stratford Road, Milton Keynes, MK12 5LT, United Kingdom

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Òran Mór Venue, Glasgow, 731-735 Great Western Rd, Glasgow, G12 8QX, United Kingdom

Ghost Dance + TBC
2026-04-17 19:30 - 23:00 | The Giffard Arms, Wolverhampton, 64 Victoria Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3NX, United Kingdom
LiveWire and The Giffard Arms are proud to present Ghost Dance on Friday 17th April 2026

Ghost Dance is a British gothic rock band formed in 1985 by Gary Marx and Anne-Marie Hurst as both were leaving their respective bands.

Doors open 7:30pm

The Sisters of Murphy
2026-04-18 19:00 - 23:00 | The Fulford Arms, York, 121 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4EX, United Kingdom

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-18 19:00 - 23:00 | The Asylum, Birmingham, 38-42 Hampton Street, Birmingham, B19 3LS

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Network, Sheffield, 14 Matilda Street, Sheffield, S1 4QD

The InSect + Social Youth Cult + Blinded By Passion
2026-04-19 19:00 - 23:00 | The Fiddlers Elbow, London, 1 Malden Road, Camden, London, NW5 3HS
London’s The InSect release their first full-length album, “As It Ever Was,” in March 2026. Playing new tracks plus material from their two previous EPs, The InSect deliver theatricality, passion and otherworldly sounds in a compelling live performance that is not soon forgotten.

Support from Newcastle’s Social Youth Cult, a young band rapidly rising in the post-punk scene in the North. They recently released their first album, “The Lighthouse,” drawing favourable comparisons with Bauhaus and Sex Gang Children.

Plus London’s Blinded By Passion, a rising band blending darkwave, synthpop and postpunk sounds into a rich tapestry of haunting melancholy.

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Rescue Rooms, Nottingham, 25 Goldsmith Street, Nottingham, NG1 5JT, United Kingdom

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-20 19:00 - 23:00 | Social, Hull, 63 Humber Street, Kingston Upon Hull, HU1 1TU

The Nosferatu + Manuskript + Chaos Bleak
2026-04-22 19:00 - 23:00 | The Chapel, 7 Stoney Street, Nottingham, NG1 1LG
Stigmata Presents
The Nosferatu + Special Guests TBA
Wednesday 22 April 2026
Early Bird: £15 until 31/12/25
Advance: £20 until 22/4/26
WeGotTickets: https://wegottickets.com/event/684578
Fatsoma: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/t33uydre/the-nosferatu-uk-tour-london
Skiddle: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/London/The-Lexington/Stigmata-Presents-Nosferatu/41642802/
Age Restrictions: 18+
The Nosferatu are a UK gothic rock band formed from the ashes of the original Rise era Nosferatu formed in 1987, playing rousing rock anthems, with thunderous guitars and exquisite symphonic orchestration, combined with booming baritone vocals.
Since reforming in 2019 The Nosferatu have played many festivals including Wave Gothic Treffen (DE), Castle Party (PL), Amphi (DE), NCN (DE), Stella Nomine (DE), Tomorrows Ghost (UK) and Eutanasia (MX) as well as headline shows in Belgium, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain.
The Nosferatu also recently completed a highly successful Latin tour visiting Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile and Brazil to wildly passionate audiences.
The shows in April will be their only UK appearances in 2026.
Website: https://www.thenosferatu.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenosferatuofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenosferatuofficial
The Chapel,
Angel Microbrewery,
7 Stoney Street,
Nottingham NG1 1LG
Tel: 07908 942417

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-22 19:00 - 23:00 | The Key Club, Leeds, 66 Merrion Street, Leeds, LS2 8LW, United Kingdom

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-22 19:00 - 23:00 | Manchester Academy, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR

The Nosferatu + Manuskript + Dhampyres
2026-04-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Rebellion, Manchester, 2B Whitworth Street West, Manchester, M1 5WZ
Stigmata Presents
The Nosferatu + Special Guests TBA
Thursday 23 April 2026
Early Bird: £15 until 31/12/25
Advance: £20 until 23/4/26
WeGotTickets: https://wegottickets.com/event/684570
Fatsoma: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/3xoy6qi9/the-nosferatu-uk-tour-manchester
Skiddle: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Manchester/Rebellion-Manchester./Stigmata-Presents-Nosferatu/41642796/ Age Restrictions: 14+ (Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
The Nosferatu are a UK gothic rock band formed from the ashes of the original Rise era Nosferatu formed in 1987, playing rousing rock anthems, with thunderous guitars and exquisite symphonic orchestration, combined with booming baritone vocals.
Since reforming in 2019 The Nosferatu have played many festivals including Wave Gothic Treffen (DE), Castle Party (PL), Amphi (DE), NCN (DE), Stella Nomine (DE), Tomorrows Ghost (UK) and Eutanasia (MX) as well as headline shows in Belgium, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain.
The Nosferatu also recently completed a highly successful Latin tour visiting Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile and Brazil to wildly passionate audiences.
The shows in April will be their only UK appearances in 2026.
Website: https://www.thenosferatu.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenosferatuofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenosferatuofficial
Rebellion,
2B Whitworth Street West,
Manchester M1 5WZ
Tel: 0161 637 1960

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Rescue Rooms, Nottingham, 25 Goldsmith Street, Nottingham, NG1 5JT, United Kingdom

Byronic Sex & Exile
2026-04-24 00:00 - 23:59 | Hetty & Betty, Whitby, 7 Baxtergate, Whitby, Whitby, YO21 1BW

machiner + Burn The Valley
2026-04-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Whitby Abbey, Abbey Lane, Whitby, YO22 4JT, United Kingdom
machiner return to play live at the wonderful Whitby Brewery in the shadow of the Abbey once more, this time to headline the night along with our special guests Burn The Valley.

The Nosferatu + GunPoint X + Gothzilla
2026-04-24 19:00 - 23:00 | Ivory Blacks, Glasgow, 56 Oswald Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Stigmata Presents
The Nosferatu + Gothzilla
Friday 24 April 2026
Early Bird: £15 until 31/12/25
Advance: £20 until 24/4/26
WeGotTickets: https://wegottickets.com/event/684575
Fatsoma: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/inpsb3i1/the-nosferatu-uk-tour-glasgow
Skiddle: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Glasgow/Ivory-Blacks/Stigmata-Presents-Nosferatu/41642799/
Tickets Scotland: https://tickets-scotland.com/t5218
Age Restrictions: 14+ (Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
The Nosferatu are a UK gothic rock band formed from the ashes of the original Rise era Nosferatu formed in 1987, playing rousing rock anthems, with thunderous guitars and exquisite symphonic orchestration, combined with booming baritone vocals.
Since reforming in 2019 The Nosferatu have played many festivals including Wave Gothic Treffen (DE), Castle Party (PL), Amphi (DE), NCN (DE), Stella Nomine (DE), Tomorrows Ghost (UK) and Eutanasia (MX) as well as headline shows in Belgium, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain.
The Nosferatu also recently completed a highly successful Latin tour visiting Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile and Brazil to wildly passionate audiences.
The shows in April will be their only UK appearances in 2026.
Website: https://www.thenosferatu.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenosferatuofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenosferatuofficial
Ivory Blacks,
56 Oswald Street,
Glasgow G1 4PL
Tel: 0141 237 6190

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-24 19:00 - 23:00 | Thekla, Bristol, The Grove, Bristol, BS1 4RB

The Gothic Gathering: The Graveyard Social + Luxury Stranger
2026-04-24 19:30 - 23:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Join us at the Whitby Pavilion for the Social evening everyone has been asking for. This event will include music, games, entertainment and – mainly – an opportunity to socialise with your Whitby Weekend friends over a pint and some food

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-25 18:30 - 23:00 | Quarters, Brighton, 187-193 Kings Road Arches, Brighton, BN1 1NB

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Bootleg Social, Blackpool, 30 Topping Street, Blackpool, FY1 3AQ, United Kingdom

Dark Entry: The Nocturnal
2026-04-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Mist Rolling Inn, Nottingham, 78 Derby Road, Nottingham, NG1 5FD
A night of goth rock/post-punk bands, headlined by The Nocturnal, and featuring Birmingham goth-punks Doll Coven, and two local artists—Weimar Republic and The Ascent (formerly Malediction)

The Gothic Gathering: The Vampire Victorium Masquerade Ball + The Nosferatu
2026-04-25 20:00 - 23:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Join us for our annual Vampire Victorium Masquerade Ball for an evening of music, dancing and more. There will be a photographer to capture the evening, and prizes for the Best Dressed.

The Nosferatu + Manuskript + Amnesiak
2026-04-26 19:00 - 23:00 | The Lexington, London, 96-98 Pentonville Road N1 9JB, London, N1 9JB
Stigmata Presents
The Nosferatu + Special Guests TBA
Sunday 26 April 2026
Early Bird: £20 until 31/12/25
Advance: £20 until 26/4/26
WeGotTickets: https://wegottickets.com/event/684570
Fatsoma: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/3xoy6qi9/the-nosferatu-uk-tour-manchester
Skiddle: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Manchester/Rebellion-Manchester./Stigmata-Presents-Nosferatu/41642796/
Age Restrictions: 18+
The Nosferatu are a UK gothic rock band formed from the ashes of the original Rise era Nosferatu formed in 1987, playing rousing rock anthems, with thunderous guitars and exquisite symphonic orchestration, combined with booming baritone vocals.
Since reforming in 2019 The Nosferatu have played many festivals including Wave Gothic Treffen (DE), Castle Party (PL), Amphi (DE), NCN (DE), Stella Nomine (DE), Tomorrows Ghost (UK) and Eutanasia (MX) as well as headline shows in Belgium, Germany, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain.
The Nosferatu also recently completed a highly successful Latin tour visiting Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile and Brazil to wildly passionate audiences.
The shows in April will be their only UK appearances in 2026.
Website: https://www.thenosferatu.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thenosferatuofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenosferatuofficial
The Lexington,
96-98 Pentonville Road,
London N1 9JB
Tel: 020 7837 5371

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Old Fire Station, Carlisle, Peter St, Carlisle, CA3 8QP

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-27 19:00 - 23:00 | The Cathouse, Glasgow, 15 Union Street, Glasgow, G1 3RB

Pink Turns Blue + The Snake Corps
2026-04-29 19:00 - 23:00 | The Angel Microbrewery, Nottingham, 7 Stoney Street, Nottingham, NG1 1LP
Stigmata Presents The Black Swan UK Tour 2026

PINK TURNS BLUEPlus Special GuestsTHE SNAKE CORPS

German Post-Punk Legends Pink Turns Blue on Tour in Support of New Album “Black Swan” Since forming in 1985, German post-punk stalwarts Pink Turns Blue have refined their sound into something unmistakably their own—elegant in its minimalism, emotive in its delivery, and enduring in its relevance. From their early breakthrough with If Two Worlds Kiss to their newest release, Black Swan, the Berlin-based trio has remained a vital force in the international post-punk community, shaping and reshaping the genre across decades.

Black Swan, the band’s twelfth studio album, is an evocative response to instability—what the band calls a reflection on “unexpected events that derail what we took for granted.” True to form, Pink Turns Blue channel that disquiet into melancholic anthems laced with shimmering guitar lines, propulsive bass, and plaintive vocals. These are not songs of nostalgia but of reckoning—resilient and immediate, echoing the emotional urgency that defined their early work and continues to define them today.

To celebrate the album, Pink Turns Blue are embarking on a major tour, with their North American run starting in August 2025 (East Coast) and commencing in April 2026 (West Coast).

Joining them for the entire UK tour will be cult UK post punk exponents THE SNAKE CORPS!

Listen to the new album of PINK TURNS BLUE ▶https://pinkturnsblue.bandcamp.com/album/black-swanListen to …More on Pink Turns Blue: PINK TURNS BLUE ▶https://pinkturnsblue.com/

PINK TURNS BLUE BIOGRAPHY: Pink Turns Blue are a influential post-punk band from Berlin. Formed in 1985 in Cologne, Germany, they were part of the first generation of gothic rock and released their first LP, If Two Worlds Kiss with a sound reminiscent of new wave with very dark undertones and use of synthesizers, and went on to become part of the developing sub-genre of dark wave. they quickly put out their first LP, If Two Worlds Kiss and became become one of the pioneers of the developing sub-genre of darkwave.

Before the first album Thomas Elbern left the band to form Escape With Romeo.After many hits like Michelle, Walking On Both Sides, Your Master Is Calling, The First, I Coldly Stare Out, Touch The Skies, Catholic Sunday, Missing You, If Two Worlds Kiss, Moon and Seven Years they split up in 1995. In 2003 they reformed to appear on a few festivals. Because of the success of the re-union, they released a best of album called “Re-Union” and in 2005 their studio album “Phoenix.” The next release was called “The AERDT – Untold Stories” and now they have a brand new album out and will play a world tour to promote the Black Swan album!

The Snake Corps: A Timeless Post-Punk Legacy They remain one of post-punk’s most beloved hidden gems, with a sound that continues to captivate both long-time fans and new listeners alike. The band formed in 1984 after parting ways with Sad Lovers & Giants. They quickly earned a devoted following, thanks to their unique blend of intricate guitars, driving basslines, and emotive vocals, highlighted by their debut single Science Kills, and album Flesh on Flesh (1985), supported by DJ John Peel.Their evolving sound, which added keyboards, led to the release of More Than the Ocean (1989) and Smother Earth (1990), establishing them as pioneers of atmospheric, emotionally charged music.

Despite their success, the band’s momentum was stalled when their label, Midnight Music, went bankrupt. However, they self-funded the recording of their acclaimed 3rd Cup album (1995), after a hiatus, they reformed in 2010, returning to the stage with critically acclaimed European performances, including shows with TheChameleons and The Mission. Their 2016 EP The Ocean Calls and later singles likeShe’ll Rise (2020) and Ghost (2021) proved their music remains as powerful as ever.In 2025, The Snake Corps will tour the UK and Europe, reuniting with Carl Jones on guitar in the UK and Jojo Brandt (The Convent) in Spain, making this a highly anticipated comeback and are super excited to be asked to tour with the legendary Pink Turns Blue!

The Twilight Sad + Dreary
2026-04-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Electric Bristol, 15 Nelson St, Bristol, BS1 2JY
Communion ONE presents:

The Twilight Sad

+ deary

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Limelight, Belfast, 17 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HD

IST IST + The Youth Play
2026-04-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Ulster Sports Club, Belfast, 98 High Street, Belfast, BT12BG, United Kingdom

Pink Turns Blue + The Snake Corps
2026-04-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Rebellion, Manchester, 2B Whitworth Street West, Manchester, M1 5WZ

The Twilight Sad + Dreary + Darren Wasteland
2026-04-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Roundhouse, London, Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8EH
Kilimanjaro presents

The Twilight Sad

+ deary

+ Darren Wasteland

Pink Turns Blue + The Snake Corps
2026-05-01 19:00 - 23:00 | Ivory Blacks, Glasgow, 56 Oswald Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom

Mesh + tbc
2026-05-01 19:00 - 23:00 | Trinity Centre, Bristol, Trinity Centre, Trinity Rd, Bristol, BS2 0NW
STIGMATA UK presents

MESHplus special guestsThe Truth Doesn’t Matter – Tour 2026

Tickets:www.stigmata.uk/tickets

Due to popular demand, those masters of emotional electronics MESH are playing their homeland again, it’s no secret their songs pull at your very heartstrings while more often then not, have you dancing the blues away too, this time they play these 3 very exclusive ‘The Truth Doesn’t Matter’ shows in the UK! In their hometown Bristol and also in Sheffield for the first time in several years!

These special shows will see them play tracks from their new album plus an extended set of classic tracks from their vast back catalogue, past and present, fan favourites and singles and album tracks, some not played in many years, the shows promise to be a celebration of their long and outstanding career!Bring your dancing shoes and maybe the odd handkerchief, you’ll almost definitely need both!

Website: www.mesh.co.uk

IST IST + Desperate Journalist + The Youth Play
2026-05-01 19:00 - 23:00 | The Albert Hall, Manchester, 27 Peter St, Manchester, M2 5QR

Pink Turns Blue + The Snake Corps + The New Dark Age
2026-05-02 19:00 - 23:00 | Exchange, Bristol, 72 - 73 Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0EJ, United Kingdom

Mesh + tbc
2026-05-02 19:00 - 23:00 | 229, London, 229 Great Portland Street, London, W1B 1PF

The Twilight Sad + Dreary
2026-05-02 19:00 - 23:00 | New Century Hall, Manchester, Mayes St, Manchester, M4 4AH

Creeper + TBC
2026-05-02 19:00 - 23:00 | Islington Assembly Hall, London, Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 2UD

Pink Turns Blue + The Snake Corps
2026-05-03 19:00 - 23:00 | The Lexington, London, 96-98 Pentonville Road N1 9JB, London, N1 9JB

Mesh + tbc
2026-05-03 19:00 - 23:00 | Corporation, Sheffield, Milton Street, Sheffield, S1 4JU

The Twilight Sad
2026-05-03 19:00 - 23:00 | Boiler Shop, Newcastle upon Tyne, 20 South St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3PE
“If the world was a better place they would be playing to more people, and I think they can.” – Robert Smith, The Cure

From their unassuming origins as a group of school friends drawn together by a shared passion for music to the global touring force they have quietly become, The Twilight Sad’s ascent has been forged the old way with grit, graft and five exceptional studio albums. The Kilsyth group – based around the core duo of James Graham and Andy MacFarlane – seemed to emerge fully formed with their blindsiding 2007 debut Fourteen Autumns and Fifteen Winters but there has been an undeniable evolution throughout the critically acclaimed body of work they have since produced. The band’s last album, 2019’s IT WON/T BE LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME, was released to both critical acclaim and commercial success, marking a new high in the beloved Scottish band’s trajectory to date.

+ deary

Elkapath + Dead Rubber Dolls + Play/Dead
2026-05-03 19:30 - 23:00 | Exchange, Bristol, 72 - 73 Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0EJ, United Kingdom
Elkapath

Elkapath are a glorious fusion of synths and heavy riff filled guitars working together in perfect harmony

Prepare to be transported into a realm of mesmerizing gothic synth melodies that will captivate your senses and ignite your imagination.

Albums:

Black Spiders 2021

The Twisted Jester 2024

New album coming 2026

Dead Rubber Dolls

Dead Rubber Dolls are a 4 piece alt rock metal band from Bristol

Play/Dead

Four piece band with a dynamic stage show. From industrial metal anthems, synth wave stompers and glam rock floor fillers one thing is for sure – each song delivers emotion, vitriol and theatrics which are all part of the ongoing semi-autobiographical multi album concept continuing with the bands imminent third release following – 2018s Suicide, Rock & Rock and 2022s Subliminal Messages/Beneath the Limen

Please note the basement is not wheelchair accessible and is accessed by a narrow enclosed staircase. For more accessibility info, please email access@exchangebristol.com

Entry requirements: 14+, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio

Pink Turns Blue + The Snake Corps
2026-05-04 19:00 - 23:00 | The Prince Albert, Brighton, 48 Trafalgar St, Brighton, BN1 4ED

The Twilight Sad
2026-05-05 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow, 244 Gallowgate, Glasgow, G4 0TT, United Kingdom
“If the world was a better place they would be playing to more people, and I think they can.” – Robert Smith, The Cure

From their unassuming origins as a group of school friends drawn together by a shared passion for music to the global touring force they have quietly become, The Twilight Sad’s ascent has been forged the old way with grit, graft and five exceptional studio albums. The Kilsyth group – based around the core duo of James Graham and Andy MacFarlane – seemed to emerge fully formed with their blindsiding 2007 debut Fourteen Autumns and Fifteen Winters but there has been an undeniable evolution throughout the critically acclaimed body of work they have since produced. The band’s last album, 2019’s IT WON/T BE LIKE THIS ALL THE TIME, was released to both critical acclaim and commercial success, marking a new high in the beloved Scottish band’s trajectory to date.

Insurgency: The Vaulted Skies + Chaos Bleak + Play/Dead + Black Rain + The Medea Project + The Moons Of Jupiter
2026-05-09 14:00 - 23:30 | The Station, Cannock, Stafford Road, Cannock Shopping Centre, Cannock, WS11 1BF
REAL Goths uk presents Insurgency bringing you and all day event starting at 2pm till late. At The station in Cannock ( Staffordshire)
Bringing you 6 amazing bands
Chaos Bleak
Play/dead
The Moons Of Jupiter
Black Rain
The vaulted skies
The medea project
And two Djs .
https://app.promotioncentre.co.uk/events/41341557

Balaam and the Angel + Claytown Troupe + Flowers Of Sacrifice
2026-05-09 18:30 - 23:00 | The Fiery Bird, Woking, 32 Goldsworth Rd, Woking, GU21 6JT
BALAAM AND THE ANGEL were formed in the West Midlands in 1984 by three Scottish brothers living in Staffordshire. The band have continued to perform in their original line up of Mark, Jim and Des Morris for over four decades. Their career has been varied and diverse and included periods of mainstream visibility as a recording artist for Virgin Records and the inclusion of the single “I’ll Show You Something Special” on the soundtrack enduring classic film “Trains, Planes And Automobiles”. The band continues to produce new music and recently released a critically acclaimed 4 track EP “Forces Of Evil”.

CLAYTOWN TROUPE is a critically acclaimed British alternative rock band formed in 1984, gaining prominence in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s and carving a niche with atmospheric sounds and powerful live performances. These include supporting The Cult on their ‘Sonic Temple’ tour, Pearl Jam on their ‘Ten’ tour, the Fields of The Nephilim, The Wonder Stuff, The Damned as well as many sold out tours and headlines across Europe, and London at the Marquee Club and Astoria.

FLOWERS OF SACRIFICE originally formed in 1988 and played until 1993 when they decided to take a break – which lasted 25 years! In 2018 it was decided they had unfinished business so started work on rebuilding the old songs and wrote new some news. 2022 saw our first gig back and proper debut album too.

Skeletal Family + Salvation
2026-05-09 19:00 - 23:00 | The Bluenote, Derby, 14A, Sadler Gate, Derby, DE1 3NF
Those who enjoy Whitby Goth Festival will no doubt know this band – Skeletal Family have headlined twice since reforming in 2002! And after a successful tour with Salvation last year, we thought why not add a bonus show for Derby! So dust off those New Rocks for some old rock as we bring you an unforgettable night of live music.

Doors at 7, show starts 7:30

£16 ADV or £20 OTD

Nearby NCP parking available

Skeletal Family – Spotify – Instagram – Facebook

Salvation – Spotify – Instagram – Facebook

Apparations + TBC
2026-05-09 19:00 - 2026-05-10 03:00 | The Peer Hat, Manchester, 14-16 Faraday Street, Manchester, M1 1BE
Apparitions present their first ever weekend event. Expect goth rock, dark alternative, EBM, industrial, darkwave, gothic metal, italo, ethereal wave and more.

7pm-11pm Bands11pm-3am Nightclub

BlakLight + TBC
2026-05-18 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-19 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-21 19:00 - 23:00
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Lone Assembly + Ro Nova
2026-05-19 19:00 - 22:00 | The Jam Jar, Bristol, Unit 4a, The Jam Jar, The Old Malt House, Little Ann St, St Jude's,, Bristol, BS2 9EB
Lone Assembly are a Swiss quartet blending new wave, romantic synthpop and dark, melancholic post-punk. Formed by Raphaël Bressler (vocals, keyboards), Glenn Le Meur (guitar), Jim Bodeman (bass) and Romain Segu (drums), the band broke through in 2024 with their debut EP That Never Happened — a release rooted in themes of grief, emotional distance and vulnerability, pairing ’80s cold-wave textures with sharp modern production.

Their forthcoming debut album Knots & Chains, due February 2026 via Irascible Records, expands on this world with thunderous basslines, hypnotic rhythms, reverb-soaked guitars and atmospheric synths underpinning Bressler’s deep, resonant vocals. Known for their striking gothic-inspired visuals and growing reputation for powerful live shows, Lone Assembly have quickly built a dedicated following across the new-wave and dark-wave scenes, while retaining undeniable pop appeal.

Ro Nova is a London-based electropop artist and producer blending ’80s synth textures with ethereal vocals to create a sound that feels both nostalgic and forward-looking. Since the release of her debut single “do you think it’s fine?”, she has received support from BBC Radio 1, BBC London and Reprezent Radio, alongside tastemakers including Harriet Rose (KISS FM) and James Threlfall (BBC Introducing).

A feature with German electronic heavyweight Schiller helped expand her audience internationally, following the album Illuminate reaching No.1 in Germany. Ro Nova has since toured Europe with Schiller, including performances at Berlin’s Uber Arena, and has collaborated with Grammy Award-winners Fred again.. and Kamille, alongside sessions with RAYE, MNEK and Toddla T. Following standout sets at The Great Escape Festival and London’s Scala, Ro Nova recently headlined SJQ Dalston and will join Lone Assembly on their 2026 UK tour.

Blaklight + Spire Circle
2026-05-20 19:00 - 23:00 | Fuel Cafe Bar, Manchester, 448 Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M20 3BW
Strange events presents:

Blaklight (Los Angeles)

+

Spire Circle

£12 adv £15 door7pm until late

Fuel Cafe Bar, 448 Wilmslow Road, Withington, M20 3BW(nearest tram stop is West Didsbury or Burton Road)

Blaklight:Los Angeles based dark synthpop trio Adam Collier, Brian Belknap & Omar Quiñones.

Spire Circle:Manchester based electronic post-punk & dark wave band.

Lone Assembly + Ro Nova
2026-05-20 19:30 - 23:00 | Factory, Manchester, 112 -118 Princess Street, Manchester, M1 7EN, United Kingdom

Lone Assembly + Ro Nova
2026-05-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen, Leeds, 1-1A Cross Belgrave Street, Leeds, LS2 8JP

Lone Assembly + Ro Nova
2026-05-22 19:00 - 23:00 | Patterns, Brighton, 10 Marine Parade, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 1TL

Lone Assembly + Ro Nova
2026-05-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Òran Mór Venue, Glasgow, 731-735 Great Western Rd, Glasgow, G12 8QX, United Kingdom

Lone Assembly + Ro Nova
2026-05-24 19:00 - 23:00 | MOTH Club, London, Old Trades Hall, Valette Street, London, E9 6NU

Wyldwood Renaissance Festival: Westenra
2026-05-29 10:00 - 2026-05-31 20:30 | Kirkleatham Showground, Kirkleatham Village, Redcar, TS10 4QR
⚔️ Step into Wyldwood, the UK’s Renaissance Festival!

For three enchanted days, Kirkleatham Showground stirs to life with wandering bards, mischievous fae, lively markets, curious craftsfolk, and revels fit for heroes and hedge-witches alike. The gates creak open soon… dare you wander in?

Wyldwood RenFest – The Year of the Bard
29th–31st May 2026
Kirkleatham Showground, TS10 4QR, Redcar, UK

Hark, travellers! A long weekend of wonder awaits. History whispers through the trees, folklore dances in the firelight, and fantasy slips easily into the world as wandering minstrels trade tales, knights and mounted warriors clash in gleaming displays, and authors share stories filled with magic and mischief. Mischievous fae roam the paths, druids offer quiet wisdom, jesters break into sudden shenanigans, and the markets bustle with artisans selling handmade wares, curious trinkets, and feasts to tempt even the most stoic adventurer. Music drifts across the fields, from haunting folk tunes to rousing bardic ballads, while quests, merriment, mead and the legendary Battle of the Bards keep spirits high from dawn ’til dusk.

Tickets & Info
Choose Single-Day, Weekend, or Weekend+ (Fri–Sun) passes. Camping and Glamping Tickets available now! Family bundles available. Under-6s enter free, and carers may attend free with Access Card +1.

Gather your kin, don your finest cloak, and step into the legend. Wyldwood awaits—and the story is never the same without you.

HEADLINE BANDS on the Main Stage (Saturday & Sunday)
Westenra
Victor and the Bully
LN

Support bands
OneShot Bards – Friday & Saturday
Dan Ashton – Sunday
James J Turner – Saturday
Em in the Waking – Saturday & Sunday

Strange Day: J:dead, Strange Futures, KK Verkefni & more + Strange Manchester after party
2026-05-30 17:00 - 2026-05-31 02:00 | The Grafton Arms, 27 Grafton Street, Manchester, M13 9WU
Strange Day – all dayer & Strange Manchester after party.£15 adv £20 door including after party
Live:j:dead Strange Futures (Bristol)KK Verkefni (Wrexham)Trianglecuts (Manchester)Mother Suspiria (Manchester)
£5 adv after party onlyStrange Manchester DJs:Medusa (The Ravens Nest)Strange DJsMark Walker (Strange Manchester)

Creux Lies + tbc
2026-05-30 19:30 - 23:00 | The Old Blue Last, London, 38 Great Eastern Street, London, EC2A 3ES
Revered for use of reverb-laden guitar work, creative synth structures, and dynamic vocals akin to the style of many shades of 80’s and early 90’s pop-darkness. Hailing from Sacramento, California. The lineup includes – Ean Clevenger (vox/programming), Barry Crider (guitarist), David Wright (synth/drums) , & Kyle Vorst (bassist).

In late 2017, Creux Lies completed their first full-length album via Cleopatra, “The Hearth”, recorded at the creative fantasy-land known as Earthtone Studios (Tera Melos, So Stressed!, King Woman) in their home city under the creative care of producer/engineer extraordinaire Patrick Hills.

Seminal performances for Creux Lies include appearances at WGT, Absolution Fest, Murder of Crows NY, and several other shared stages and tours with a roster of notable acts such as AFI, The Soft Moon, Clan of Xymox, Drab Majesty, Soft Kill, Gene Loves Jezebel, Actors, Vowws, Twin Tribes, and others. Creux Lies is poised for 2021 with the release of their second full-length via the international Freakwave label. Headlining performance antics will ensue promptly. Catch them soon on tour throughout the reaches of the planet.

Deviant + IAmImperfect + Play/Dead
2026-06-06 19:00 - 23:00 | Corporation, Sheffield, Milton Street, Sheffield, S1 4JU
More details tbc

Carpe Noctum: TBC
2026-06-06 19:00 - 2026-06-07 20:00, 2026-08-01 19:00 - 2026-08-02 02:00 | Lending Room, Leeds, 229 Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 3AP, United Kingdom

Postpunk female fronted night: Kadeadkas + The Creeping Terrors
2026-06-12 19:00 - 23:00 | Hope and Anchor, London, 207 Upper Street, London, N1 1RL, United Kingdom
KADEADKAS
Raw Postpunk from Germany
THE CREEPING TERRORS
London Deathrock

Synthicide: Sad Lovers and Giants + Static Palm
2026-06-13 18:30 - 23:00 | Hootananny Brixton, London, 95 Effra Rd,, London, SW2 1DF
Tickets – link.dice.fm/H78b02b74da8

Club.The.Mammoth. presents Synthicide UK at Hootananny Brixton on 13th June 2026…

Sad Lovers & Giantslinktr.ee/Sadloversandgiants

Static Palmstaticpalm.bandcamp.com

Resident DJ: Less Than Human – https://www.instagram.com/less.than.human/————————————————————Doors 6:45pminstagram.com/clubthemammothfacebook.com/clubthemammoth

The March Violets
2026-06-18 19:00 - 23:00 | The Bullingdon, Oxford, 162 Cowley Road, Oxford, OX4 1UE
The March Violets are a rejuvenated 1980s British gothic rock band from Leeds, featuring original members Tom Ashton and Rosie Garland, with bassist Mat Thorpe. Following a 2023 reunion and signing with Metropolis Records, they released the 2024 album Crocodile Promises, toured the USA, and played major UK festivals like Rebellion and Bearded Theory.

Ultra Sunn + TBC
2026-06-18 19:30 - 23:00 | Oslo Hackney, London, 1A Amhurst Road, London, E8 1LL
Night Terrors will be hosting Belgian coldwave act ULTRA SUNN for their next London headline at OSLO, Hackney next June.

Elkapath + Dead Happy + Cyph_on
2026-06-19 19:00 - 23:00 | The Flapper, Birmingham, Kingston Row, Birmingham, B1 2NU
Elkapath @ The Flapper Birmingham

plus Support

Elkapath are a glorious fusion of synths and heavy riff filled guitars working together in perfect harmony Prepare to be transported into a realm of mesmerizing gothic synth melodies that will captivate your senses and ignite your imagination

Dead Happy is a UK-based electro metal band from the West Midlands, known for their eccentric and experimental sound, drawing comparisons to bands like Mindless Self Indulgence, System of a Down, and Electric Six. The band is fronted by “Professor Partorius” and is characterized by its energetic live performances and a fusion of metal with electronic elements.

Cyph_on is a dark, post-punk, industrial band from the UK, formed during the lockdown years with their debut performance in 2023. The band, whose music often tackles themes of political and social cynicism, has released a debut album titled Precipice, and their sound is characterized by a powerful and direct style. Their debut live show was in September 2023, and they have been actively gigging and gaining attention in the underground scene, supported by a dedicated fanbase.

The March Violets + TBC
2026-06-19 19:00 - 23:00 | The Boilerroom, Guildford, 13 Stoke Fields, Guildford, GU1 4LS

Nuovo Testamento + TBC
2026-06-20 19:00 - 23:00 | Oslo, London, 1a Amhurst Road, London, E8 1LL
Nuovo Testamento is the Los Angeles & Bologna-based trio lighting up the dance floor with their uniquely dark italo disco-flavored pop hits. Following the release of the coldwave cult favorite Exposure EP in 2019 on Avant! Records, their widely acclaimed full length New Earth exploded onto the dance floor. Including instant synthpop staple “the Searcher,” alongside Hi-NRG homage “Michelle Michelle” and goth-tinged hits like “Golden Boy,” New Earth is widely considered across genres to be one of 2021’s best underground albums of the year.

In The Black Midsommar: Byronic Sex & Exile + Cadence Noir + Dierotica + The Glass House Museum + Passion Play + Jan Doyle Band + John Merrick's Remains + Syd.31 + Tommy Biscuits + Jackhno + Dierotica + Sister Chain & Brother John
2026-06-20 19:00 - 2026-06-21 23:00 | Unitarian Church, Doncaster, Hall Gate, Doncaster, DN1 3PB
We’re trying a summer festival! In Doncaster at a fabulous venue which has roots going back to 1740!

The Doncaster Unitarians are a wonderfully open minded religious organisation operating under the banner of Christianity but absolutely pro LGBTQ+ and basically everything good. And basically pretty much open to everyone..

In this event (full details of acts to be fully confirmed) we have (in alphabetical order)

Byronic Sex & Exile – The ultimate in romantic era goth fabulous. A staple at many of our events over the years and head honcho of Goth City. Has played many festivals such as Deadinburgh, Infest and Tomorrows Ghosts..

Dierotica who were going to be playing the Sheffield festival last year but sadly couldn’t make it in the end. A supremely fine example of a classic goth sound mixed with a touch of shoegaze. They have always hugely impressed us and now have added a drummer to make things even more fabulous..

Jan Doyle Band – The band ubiquitous to Night Shift events as they are the band behind the promotion and indeed writing this right now. And this event is also the 50th birthday party of Derek who is the head honcho of that project..

Jackhno – Doncaster’s super techno punk. Bliteringly danceable tunes with a frequently political side. You can bet this is all very very anti Tory/Reform et al. Jackhno often known for hosting music events at Doncaster Skate park, being involved in other festivals of the past (such as Mother Fhungus) and various Emoms and some amazing DJ sets.

John Merrick’s Remains – Doncaster’s fabulous electro goths who also have been a significant staple of Night Shift events over the years.. Now with a new line up from the original that you would have seen at our festival two years ago in Sheffield…

Passion Play – Doncaster’s post punk stalwarts run by Tony Nicholson who now fronts John Merrick’s Remains too. Tony also played the first Night Shift event in 2016 in Doncaster..

Syd.31 – The monsters of Industrial Punk (with actually some Doncaster roots after a fashion) and who played the second Night Shift event way back in 2016 at the Leopard here in Doncaster.. A powerful explosion on stage and powerful no holds barred sound…

Tommy Biscuits – AKA Lawrence Mahmood of the Papashangos. Hugely involved and renowned in the punk scene and known for being quite the anarchic performer – mixing on stage wildness with a certain sense of the ridiculous and absurd. The name may reference a certain other Tommy that has been a problem but sounds more like some fruit juice drink.. A totally unique experience.

More details coming soon

Poisonous Little Creatures
2026-06-20 19:30 - 23:00 | The Hallamshire Hotel, Sheffield, 182 West Street, Sheffield, S1 4ET,
After an absence of 36 years, Poisonous Little Creatures make their return to the stage. It will be the band’s first gig for over three decades when they return at The Hallamshire Hotel, West Street, on Saturday 20th June, 2026.: the only venue they played back in the day that hasn’t been either demo’ed or closed down!

With founding member Pete Vanston retired from the stage, Denzil Watson (vocals), Kirk Nelson (guitars) and Michael Fearnley (drums) are joined by Denzil’s ex-RepoMen bandmate Simon Tiller on bass and Lee Bradley on keyboards.

Sonically the band take their influences from the 80’s indie/goth rock, including The Cure, The Sisters of Mercy and Joy Division as they revisit all of the old PLC classics.

The band’s back catalogue has now been remastering and given a digital release via Phantom Power Records including their debut single “Head” b/w “Change Your Mind” and their debut and sole album, “Absolutely Nothing”.

Special guests on the night will be confirmed shortly.

The March Violets + Venus Fly Trap
2026-06-21 19:00 - 23:00 | The Black Prince, Northampton, 15 Abington Square, Northampton, NN1 4AE, United Kingdom
The March Violets, early ’80’s gothic post punk from Leeds, UK. Rebirthed and ReVioletized! New album, Crocodile Promises out now!http://www.marchvioletsband.com

The March Violets
2026-06-23 19:30 - 23:00 | Le Pub, Newport, 14 High Street, Newport, NP20 1FW

Author & Punisher + Big Lad
2026-06-25 19:00 - 23:00 | XOYO, London, 32-37 Cowper St,, London, EC2A 4AP
Author & Punisher is a one man band led by Tristan Shone. Utilizing custom fabricated machines, controllers and speakers called Drone Machines, the music draws heavily on aspects of industrial automation, robotics and mechanical tools and devices, focusing on the eroticism of the interaction with machine.

In 2024 A&P celebrated two decades of honing in on his craft – meticulously inventing, machining, experimenting, and creating custom musical instruments for his incredible recordings and live performances, touring the world with artists like TOOL, HEALTH, Pertubator, Neurosis & many others. 2025 will see the release of his eighth full-length album via Relapse Records along with an even greater emphasis and rebirth of the visceral, live ritual.

The March Violets
2026-06-25 19:30 - 23:00 | The Horn, Saint Albans, Victoria Street, Saint Albans, AL1 3TE, United Kingdom

Papillon de Nuit + Tengu Taiko Drummers
2026-06-26 19:00 - 23:00 | National Early Music Centre, York, St Margarets Church, Walmgate,, York, YO1 9TL
The debut concert by Papillon de Nuit, will take place at The National Early Music Centre, St Margaret’s Church, in York on Friday the 26th June, 2026. The evening will be divided into two Acts, with an interval.Act One – A stunning, heart-pounding performance by The Tengu Taiko Drummers.Act Two – Papillon de Nuit unveil their debut album, playing live for the first time, with cello, piano, guitars, drums and percussion, soprano, orators and vocalist, and with a number of very special guests.

Finale – The Tengu Taiko Drummers and Papillon de Nuit join forces for an extended celebration of one of the album highlights, the widescreen, operatic drama of the song ‘Ariadne’.

The concert is seated, and the venue has a fully stocked bar, all-person access, and – like all events by the promoter Gothic Moth – is a safe space and entirely inclusive environment.

The concert will start at 7.30 and finish at 10.

The debut album by Papillon de Nuit will be available to buy on CD and Vinyl, from our merch stall, at the back of the venue.

Darker Days Festival: TBC
2026-06-26 19:00 - 2026-06-28 23:00 | The International, Garden Street, Leicester, LE1 3AU

Darker Days 2026: Sweet Ermengarde + The March Violets + Salvation + Vazum + The Black Capes + NU:N + Elkapath + Zeitgeist Zero + Dead Invi Eye + Amnesiak + Iamtheshadow + Black Rose Moves + My Funeral Dance + Guillotine Dream + Hurtsfall + Social Youth Cult + Black Rain + The Medea Project + The Judas Kiss
2026-06-26 19:00 - 2026-06-28 23:00 | The International, Garden Street, Leicester, LE1 3AU
Darker Days Festival is a dark alternative festival, the festival takes place at The International, Garden St, Leicester LE1 3UA.From Friday 26th to Sunday 28th of June 2026.

Weekend tickets are on sale now

Day splits will be added at a later date.

The complete line up for Darker Days 2026!

Friday 26th of June

Sweet ErmengardeVAZUMElkapathAmnesiakMy Funeral Dance

Saturday 27th of June

The March VioletsThe Black CapesZeitgeist ZeroIAMTHESHADOW Guillotine DreamHurtsfallBlack RainThe Medea Project

Sunday 28th of June

SalvationNu:nDead Invi EyeBlack Rose MovesSocial Youth CultThe Judas Kiss

We are so so excited to have all these amazing bands so much talent all in one place

Thank you for all your amazing support so far, we look forward to welcoming everyone to The International in June.

The March Violets + TBC
2026-06-26 19:30 - 23:00 | The 100 Club, London, 100 Oxford Street, London, W1D 1LL, United Kingdom

Deviant + TBC
2026-06-27 19:30 - 23:00 | The Giffard Arms, Wolverhampton, 64 Victoria Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3NX, United Kingdom

The Cure + The Twilight Sad + Just Mustard
2026-06-28 19:00 - 23:00 | Belsonic, Belfast, Ormeau Rd, Belfast, BT7 3GG

The March Violets + TBC
2026-06-28 19:30 - 23:00 | The Bodega, Nottingham, 23 Pelham Street, Nottingham, NG1 2ED

The March Violets + TBC
2026-06-29 19:30 - 23:00 | Amped, Huddersfield, 29 Zetland Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2RA

The March Violets + TBC
2026-07-01 19:30 - 23:00 | The Star and Garter, Manchester, 18-20 Fairfield St, Manchester, M1 2QF

The March Violets + TBC
2026-07-02 19:30 - 23:00 | The New Adelphi, Hull, 89 De Grey Street, Hull,, HU5 2RU

The March Violets + Heathen Apostles
2026-07-03 19:00 - 23:00 | The Warehouse, Leeds, 19 – 21 Somers Street, Leeds, LS1 2RG
Pink Dot Presents The March Violets + Special Guests HEATHEN APOSTLES

Ages 14+ under 16s to be accompanied by an adult

The March Violets + TBC
2026-07-04 19:00 - 23:00 | The Hug and Pint, Glasgow, 171 Great Western Road, Glasgow, G4 9AW

Deadinburgh Festival: John McKay's Reactor + Ausgang + Skeletal Family + Inkubus Sukkubus + Ghost Dance + Balaam and the Angel + The Rose Of Avalanche + Salvation + Screaming Dead + 13th Chime + Chaos Bleak + Voodoo Twins + Post Ironic State
2026-07-10 16:00 - 2026-07-12 03:00 | La Belle Angele, Edinburgh, 11 Hastie's Cl, Edinburgh, EH1 1HJ
The Deadinburgh Festival is a 2 day goth festival, taking place at La Belle Angele in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town.

Featuring 14 of some of the best goth bands around, the festival is heading into it’s second year and into a new bigger home!

Inkubus Sukkubus + Luna Cult Club
2026-07-10 19:00 - 23:00 | The Peer Hat, Manchester, 14-16 Faraday Street, Manchester, M1 1BE
Inkubus Sukkubus is a British pagan goth rock band, formed in the summer of 1989, with 27 studio albums – and performances in Mexico, USA, Australia, Russia, Turkey, Scandinavia, UK and most of Europe – under their belts.The subject matter of their music tends to veer towards the dark and supernatural, exploring witchcraft, magick, folklore, death rites and more.In 2026, they’re releasing their 28th studio album – entitled ‘Eternal Monsters’ – and will be doing a series of gigs to promote and celebrate 37 years of making witchcraft and wonder!They are joined at The Peer Hat by Manchester-based dark wave electronic trio Luna Cult Club.Early bird tickets on sale until January 31st.

Balaam and The Angel + The Exceptional Mr Hyde
2026-07-10 19:30 - 23:00 | The Fulford Arms, York, 121 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4EX, United Kingdom
Balaam And The Angel: Formed in the West Midlands in 1984 by three Scottish brothers living in Staffordshire. The band have continued to perform in their original line up of Mark, Jim and Des Morris for over four decades.

The band, known for their dark, energetic sound blending goth, glam and alternative rock influences from acts like Bauhaus, Death Cult, Killing Joke etc, gained a cult following in the 1980’s underground scene.

Their career has been varied and diverse and included periods of mainstream visibility as recording artists for Virgin Records and the inclusion of the single “I’ll Show You Something Special” on the soundtrack enduring classic film “Trains, Planes And Automobiles”.

The band continues to produce new music and recently released a critically acclaimed 4 track EP “Forces Of Evil”. Key tracks to check out = “I Love The Things You Do To Me”, “She Knows”, “Forces Of Evil”.

Support comes from The Exceptional Mr Hyde – blending punk, post-punk, gothic rock, darkwave, and electro-punk.

This event is 16 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 16 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.

Elkapath + Root Zero + Scratch One Grub
2026-07-10 20:00 - 23:00 | Fuel Rock Club, Cardiff, 5 Womanby Street, Cardiff, CF10 1BR, United Kingdom
Elkapath are a Alternative Electronic gothic metal band hailing from Gloucester a glorious fusion of synths and heavy riff filled guitars working together in perfect harmony
Prepare to be transported into a realm of mesmerizing gothic synth melodies that will captivate your senses and ignite your imagination.

Root Zero is an active, progressive, ethereal metal band from South Wales, UK, known for their atmospheric and intricate sound, which blends influences from bands like Soundgarden, Deftones, and Katatonia

Scratch One Grub is a metal band from South Wales that blends genres, including groove, progressive metal, industrial, and death metal. They are known for their high-energy, heavy sound that incorporates chunky riffs, technical drumming, and sometimes orchestral and electronic elements. Their music has been compared to bands like Slipknot, Avenged Sevenfold, and Disturbed.

Ghost Dance + Machiner
2026-07-11 19:00 - 23:00 | The Black Bull, Gateshead, 2.Mulgrave Terrace, Gateshead, NE8 1PQ

Ghost Dance + Snide Remarks + Analogue Blood
2026-07-18 19:30 - 23:00 | The Georgian Theatre, Stockton-on-Tees, Green Dragon Yard,, TS18 1AT
Georgian TheatreGhostdanceSaturday, July 18, 2026 – 7:30 pm£16.50 ADVBOOK NOW1985-1989

Ghost Dance was originally formed in 1985 by Anne Marie Hurst (formerly of Skeletal Family) and Gary Marx (from The Sisters of Mercy). The band quickly built a strong following, spending several weeks high in the indie charts with a string of singles and an album on the Karbon label. During this time, they toured extensively with acts such as The Cult, The Mission, All About Eve, The Wonder Stuff, and Killing Joke, and appeared at the Reading Rock Festival in 1988.

After signing with Chrysalis Records, Ghost Dance released their major-label album Stop the World and recorded radio sessions for the likes of John Peel, Janice Long, and Nicky Campbell. They also developed a huge European following, with TV appearances in Spain, Germany, the UK, and Canada. The band eventually disbanded in 1989 after completing a tour in Germany with The Ramones.

2021-2024

In 2021, Ghost Dance unveiled a new line-up featuring Anne Marie Hurst, quickly gaining momentum with YouTube videos surpassing 100,000 views and a series of well-received singles and live shows. Highlights included performing as special guests of Fields of the Nephilim at the sold-out Tomorrow’s Ghosts Festival in Whitby (2022), alongside appearances in Belgium, Sweden, and Mexico.

The following year, the band released their long-awaited album The Silent Shout (2023), which received rave reviews. The record debuted at No.1 on the iTunes Goth Rock chart, while the CD continues to rank highly and remains an Amazon best-seller within the genre.

2025 Relaunch

The increased touring and recording workload impacted the availability of some of the band members. So in 2025 after a number of guest musicians passed through the ranks, Anne Marie rebuilt the band with a solidified lineup, renewed vigour and plans for a string of UK and international shows.

Support Snide Remarks (Alternative Punk Rock n Roll). plus Analogue Blood (Alternative Techno Dance Rock)

Deviant + Play/Dead + Stock Image
2026-07-19 19:00 - 23:00 | Trillians, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Princess Square, Northumberland St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8ER, United Kingdom
NEW SHOW!

Deviant UK are back, and return for their first Newcastle show in many years! They have new music out very soon, as well as of course many scene classics.

They are joined by PLAYDEAD and Stock Image

The show is Trillians on July 19th

Blaqkholesun: Lizzie and the Banshees + Velocette + AlterRed
2026-07-24 19:00 - 2026-07-25 23:00 | The Alhambra Theatre, Morecambe, 56 Marine Road West, Morecambe, LA4 4EU, United Kingdom

Heathen Apostles
2026-08-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Hot Box, Chelmsford, 28 Viaduct Rd,, Chelmsford, CM1 1TS
Born of the voices of past lives and baptized in the dust bowl dirt, the Gothic Americana music of the Heathen Apostles (Mather Louth [Radio Noir], Chopper Franklin [The Cramps, Nick Curran & the Lowlifes], Thomas Lorioux [Kings of Nuthin’] and Luis Mascaro) harkens back to a bygone chapter of American history. Using contrasting influences such as Bauhaus, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds and The Pogues along with Howlin’ Wolf, Loretta Lynn (the band covers her classic Fist City) and Bessie Smith, the Heathen Apostles have created a style of music that at once conjures both angels and demons, and will enlighten a darkened soul.

Gothic Americana is a genre that is fast taking hold around the world, in that it combines the sub-genres of gothic country & bluegrass, dark blues, murderfolk and depression-era jazz. The Heathen Apostles are amongst the first to inject all four into their incendiary music.

Heathen Apostles
2026-08-05 19:00 - 23:00 | Lewes Con Club, 139 High Street, Lewes, BN7 1XS
🎸 Twenty Music Roots Presents: Heathen Apostles (Live in Lewes) 🎻

📅 Wedneaday 5th Aug 2026📍 Lewes Con Club – 139 High Street, Lewes, BN7 1XS🚶 Just a 10-minute walk from Lewes Railway Station👤 18+ only🎟️ Tickets: £14 + BF / £17 on the door

Step into the dark heart of Americana with the Heathen Apostles, live at the iconic Lewes Con Club.

Formed in 2013 by Mather Louth (Radio Noir) and rock ‘n’ roll veteran Chopper Franklin (The Cramps, Mau Maus, Nick Curran & the Lowlifes), Heathen Apostles blend Southern Gothic imagery, murder balladry, and a brooding dose of Dark Roots, Bluegrass, Gypsy Jazz, and Gothic Americana.

With Thomas Lorioux (Kings of Nuthin’, Legendary Shack Shakers) on bass and Luis Mascaro on violin, their live show is an immersive, cinematic experience you won’t forget.

With 7 critically acclaimed albums, a string of haunting singles, and accolades including Best EP of 2018 by Folk N Rock Magazine for The Fall, the Heathen Apostles have carved out a truly unique place in the alt-Americana landscape.

Don’t miss this rare UK appearance!

Flowers for Sophie: Westenra + Social Youth Cult + Courtesan + Machiner + Doberwoman + Tiny Forehead + A Short Dark Stranger
2026-08-15 15:30 - 23:00 | The Fulford Arms, York, 121 Fulford Road, York, YO10 4EX, United Kingdom
Calling all weirdos, moshers, freaks and creatures of the night…
Once again, dark machinations are afoot and coming to The Fulford Arms in York!
Come join us for a celebration of grass roots and well established gothic and post-punk noise (and for a good cause) as we present..
FLOWERS FOR SOPHIE
Our humble social support network has endeavoured to bring you this event by popular demand.
Come and enjoy the a full afternoon and evening, and be in absolute awe of some of the very best the alternative subculture has to offer. From Post-Punk offerings to the very best in Gothic Rock.
All proceeds from the event go to The Sophie Lancaster Foundation. A charity very close to our hearts, we are aligned in stamping out hatred, persecution and intolerance. This is a chance for us all to show solidarity and to do our part in ensuring the longevity of this noble and hard-working charity.
Tickets available at:
https://www.fatsoma.com/e/no86veuk/flowers-for-sophie

Fitzfest: Deviant + Witch Of The Vale + Spire Circle
2026-08-15 18:30 - 23:00 | Eagle Inn, Manchester, 19 Collier Street Salford, Manchester, M3 7DW
Join us to celebrate a night of music in memory of our friend and talented musician Fitz.

A year after he left us, we wanted to create an event he would be proud of, remembering Fitz and his music project SkinjoB.

Bands on the night:Spire Circle – Featuring Susana Duende, SkinjoB live keyboard player

Witch of the Vale – Featuring Erin Hawthorne, the beautiful art face cover of SkinjoB’s album Displeasure

Deviant UK – Featuring Jay Smith, Fitz performed live with Jay as guest keyboard player for Deviant UK

Keep an eye out for other special announcements!

Doors open 18:30

£12 advance through ticketlabhttps://ticketlab.app/event/37868#/

Event in aid of MNDA and Cats protection

Twisted Firestarter #6: Clan Of Xymox + Massive Ego + Dead Lights + Moth Slut
2026-08-20 18:00 - 2026-08-21 03:00 | Rebellion, Manchester, 2B Whitworth Street West, Manchester, M1 5WZ
Stigmata Promotions: Gigs, Clubs, Tours Present Twisted Firestarter 6. The Official Infest Festival Warm Up!

CLAN OF XYMOX – (Exclusive UK Show!)

MASSIVE EGO

DEAD LIGHTS

MOTH SLUT

STRANGE FUTURES

IAMIMPERFECT

Twisted Firestarter has become the eagerly anticipated warm up party for the Infest Festival and always delivers a fantastic party atmosphere to get the festival off to a cracking start. This year we are proud to bring as an incredible headliner the pioneering stalwarts of the electro-goth scene CLAN OF XYMOX! This will be an exclusive UK show for them.

MASSIVE EGO are finally back and this show is a long awaited return to the UK scene! DEAD LIGHTS are fast becoming serious contenders for the electro-glam-ebm crown, miss at your peril, MOTH SLUT bring their androgynous Virgin Prunes meets early Christian Death meets Bauhaus vibe to the event and always impress with their energetic performances, indeed ones to watch! Bristol’s finest STRANGE FUTURES are another act with an ever so impressive vocalist, hard to imagine such a strong voice coming from such a small frame! And the ever modestly named IAMIMPERFECT are in fact the perfect opener to set things off to a great start, it won’t be long before they are rising up the bills to headline status!

Also includes the legendary Afterparty with Club Stigmata

With DJs Frank Drake & Mark Walker!

Playing the best in EBM/industrial/Synthpop/post punk/goth/80s

Tickets for the club only are also available for only £10!

Stigmata Presents The Official Infest Warm Up Party on Thursday 20th August 2026

The Cure + Slowdive + The Slow Readers Club
2026-08-21 19:00 - 23:00 | Wythenshawe Park, Manchester, Wythenshawe Park Tickets Northenden, Manchester, M25 0AB

Infest 2026: IAMX + Modulate + Potochkine + ghostbells + The Gospel + Lovelorn Dolls + Human Steel + Scheuber + Agnis + Sylvgheist Maëlström + OWLS + Utah Saints + Bein-E + FISTING + Holy Braille + Louisahhh
2026-08-21 19:00 - 2026-08-23 23:00 | Manchester Academy, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR
Our 2026 Edition, returning to Manchester für the second year. More details to follow. Visit our website and join our email newsletter.

The Cure + Mogwai + Slowdive + Just Mustard
2026-08-23 17:30 - 22:30 | Royal Highland Showgrounds, Edinburgh, Ingliston, Newbridge, Edinburgh, EH28 8NB

Inkubus Sukkubus + Chaos Bleak
2026-08-27 19:00 - 23:00 | The Bunkhouse, Swansea, 24 Park Street,, Swansea, SA1 3DJ
Inkubus Sukkubus is a British pagan goth rock band, formed in the summer of 1989, with 27 studio albums – and performances in Mexico, USA, Australia, Russia, Turkey, Scandinavia, UK and most of Europe – under their belts.The subject matter of their music tends to veer towards the dark and supernatural, exploring witchcraft, magick, folklore, death rites and more.In 2026, they’re releasing their 28th studio album – entitled ‘Eternal Monsters’ – and will be doing a series of gigs to promote and celebrate 37 years of making witchcraft and wonder!

Chaos Bleak are a sort of ‘gothic super group’, comprising ex members of Every New Dead Ghost, 13 Candles, Midnight Configuration, Death Party UK, Arcane Winter, The Crimson Brigade and Courtesan. Musically they bring all this experience to the table, thus creating a highly spiced dish of adrenalin-fuelled musical chaos!

Early bird tickets at just £11 (including BF) are on sale until March 31st!

NITE + TBC
2026-08-27 19:00 - 23:00 | Ivory Blacks, Glasgow, 56 Oswald Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom
NITE BIOGRAPHY:

Big, dark, dance music. Guitars, synthesizers, and dueling twin vocalist combine to make the songs you’ll dance to for the next thirty years.

NITE is an alternative band inspired by the sounds of Darkwave, Synthpop, and Post-Punk. Based in Texas, twin brothers Myles and Kyle Mendes, along with drummer Phil Helms, craft music that bridges the gap between dark nostalgia and modern electronic pop.

Their recent singles—All Your Pain, Have Mercy, Price For Heaven, and Our Light Will Never Die—showcase their ability to blend haunting melodies with driving beats. All Your Pain gained viral attention through Facebook and Instagram nostalgia posts, earning a spot on Spotify’s Dark and Gothic playlist and solidifying NITE’s reputation as a band to watch.

Fresh off tours with Dead on a Sunday, The Funeral Portrait, Small Black, Empathy Test, and The New Division, NITE has captivated audiences across the country with their magnetic live performances. Whether crafting songs about love, loss, or resilience, NITE continues to illuminate the darker corners of the human experience.

NITE – “Price For Heaven”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JnHeNcE-ICw

NITE – “All Your Pain”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgQ_Kbj83rk…

NITE websitehttps://wearethenite.com/music

Inkubus Sukkubus + Chaos Bleak
2026-08-28 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-29 19:00 - 23:00 | Jac’s Music Venue, Aberdare, Bryngolwg House, Wind Street, Aberdare, CF44 7LL

Ravenspurgh Goth Festival
2026-08-28 19:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-29 15:00 - 23:00
RAVENSPURGH GOTH FESTIVAL 4: UNNECESSARY EVILSIt’s time to take another deep dive into history, as our online arts festival returns in August!Taking place virtually due to the inconvenient fact that it’s host city has been under the North Sea for the last 500 years, Ravenspurgh Goth Festival 4: Unnecessary Evils will see an even more varied selection of live acts & spoken word performances, all in aid of the RNLI.It will take place on YouTube on Fri 28th & Saturday 29th August. Save the date!

NITE + Das Fluff
2026-08-28 19:00 - 23:00 | 229, London, 229 Great Portland Street, London, W1B 1PF

Lesbian Bed Death + Grooving In Green
2026-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Brighton Electric Studios, 22 Lewes Road, Brighton, BN2 4A
Lesbian Bed Death bring their special potion of Gothic Punk and Metal to Brighton along with very special guests Grooving in Green!

Lesbian Bed Death & Grooving in Green

Lesbian Bed Death are unleashing their special potion of Gothic Punk and Metal across the UK to promote their new album and movie, Satan’s Cellar. With their love of Horror, theatre, the occult and the macabre, expect Lesbian Bed Death to bring an unmissable show featuring a mix of new material and fan favourites to Brighton Electric.For this exclusive Brighton show, they are joined by groove goth specialists Grooving in Green who will be treating you to a set of high-octane gothic rock bangers old and new.This event is ticketed only due to venue policy. No sales will be done at the door. Apologies for any inconvenience.18+ only, right of admission reserved.Bands from around 19:30 till approximately 22:00, with the club night following till 2am.Admission is £8 advance/on the door, or just a fiver after the bands for the club night only. Cash only on the door please!

Reliquia + Hurtsfall + Mrs Frighthouse
2026-09-11 19:00 - 23:00 | Aatma, Manchester, 1st Floor, 14-16 Faraday St, Manchester, M1 1BE
A profoundly eclectic concert bill celebrating different and diverse sounds from the UK’s dark alternative underground. From gothic rock, to post-punk doom to industrial noise.

“Reliquia is a UK-based five-piece crafting emotionally charged, atmospheric music that merges post-punk urgency, post-rock scale, and the weight of heavy alternative music into a sound that prioritizes dark atmospheres, anthemic songwriting and heavy, crushing emotion.Formed by vocalist Gregg Neville (Spire Circle, Golden Gardens) and guitarist Tobias Gray (The Machinist), the lineup is completed by George Kal (guitars), Andy Lindley (bass), and Karim Nashar (drums).Since emerging onto the UK live circuit in 2023, the band has shared stages with artists across the darker and more experimental ends of the alternative spectrum, including Darkest Era, Hexvessel, Godthrymm, Scandelion, Night Hexe, and industrial pioneers Attrition. Their sets have quickly gained a reputation for being aggressive, intense, theatrical and emotional.”

“Mrs Frighthouse is Carys and Luna Frighthouse, a wife and wife industrial noise metal duo from Glasgow. Their unique blend of harsh sonic dissonance and chaos combined with beautiful heart-wrenching vocals has seen them play headline shows and festivals across the UK.

They confront issues of misogyny, homophobia and transphobia in performances that feel in equal parts disturbing and cathartic.”

“Hurtsfall have a unique approach: with no guitars, keyboards and Bass VI build a rich soundscape as a foundation for Sam Harrison Emm’s distinctive theatrical delivery. Hurtsfall blend gothic rock, post-punk, and synth/pop, recalling the essence of your favourites with a fresh genre-spanning twist. Based in Nottingham, the ancestral home of Lord Byron, they share his penchant for romantic verses.”

The Sisters Of Mercy + TBC
2026-09-18 18:30 - 23:00, 2026-09-19 18:30 - 23:00 | Rock City, Nottingham, 8 Talbot street, Nottingham, NG1 5GG, United Kingdom
Top-notch rock’n’roll psychedelia with a punk edge. At their peak in the mid 80s they stimulated sales of black hair dye and crimpers like no band before or since. The Sisters of Mercy achieved early underground success after forming in Leeds in 1980. They had their commercial breakthrough in the mid-1980s and released three studio albums, including their last studio album Vision Thing in 1990. This was followed by the compilation albums Some Girls Wander By Mistake and A Slight Case Of Overbombing in 1992 and 1993 respectively, and the band have been touring ever since.

Bats in the Attic 2026: Merciful Nuns
2026-09-18 19:00 - 2026-09-20 02:00 | The Alhambra Theatre, Morecambe, 56 Marine Road West, Morecambe, LA4 4EU, United Kingdom
5th edition of Bats in the Attic brings you another fantastic 12 bands from around the globe, with headliners Merciful Nuns

She Past Away + Actors
2026-09-25 19:00 - 23:00 | Gorilla, Manchester, Whitworth Street West, Manchester, M15WW
Night Terrors will be hosting a double-bill of She Past Away + ACTORS at Dalston’s EartH Hall this September.

SHE PAST AWAY is a dark wave/post-punk duo, consisting of Volkan Caner (vocal, guitars and songwriting) and Doruk Ozturkcan (drums, synths and production). Experimenting old/new aesthetic of synth music into their core guitar stuff, She Past Away forged a sound, an attitude, and a sensibility, conveyed through a minimalist poetry sung in Turkish, which sweeps the audience through a dense, continual epic trip in both their recordings and live performances.

ACTORS is a Canadian post-punk/darkwave band from Vancouver, formed in 2012 by Jason Corbett (vocals, guitar), known for their cinematic, synth-driven sound that blends classic 80s new wave with modern flair, alongside Shannon Hemmett (keyboards, vocals), Kendall Wooding (bass, vocals), and Adam Fink (drums). They gained prominence with albums like It Will Come To You (2018) and Acts of Worship (2021), blending moody atmospheres, driving rhythms, and anthemic hooks, establishing themselves as key figures in the contemporary darkwave scene.

Oblivion 2: Deviant + Promenade Cinema + TBC
2026-09-26 15:30 - 23:00 | Ivory Blacks, Glasgow, 56 Oswald Street, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Four Horsemen Promotions in Association with Asylum Presents :Oblivion II featuring Deviant, Promenade Cinema & more

She Past Away + Actors
2026-09-26 19:00 - 23:00 | Strange Brew, Bristol, 10-12 Fairfax Street, Bristol, BS1 3DB, United Kingdom
SHE PAST AWAY is a dark wave/post-punk duo, consisting of Volkan Caner (vocal, guitars and songwriting) and Doruk Ozturkcan (drums, synths and production). Experimenting old/new aesthetic of synth music into their core guitar stuff, She Past Away forged a sound, an attitude, and a sensibility, conveyed through a minimalist poetry sung in Turkish, which sweeps the audience through a dense, continual epic trip in both their recordings and live performances.

ACTORS is a Canadian post-punk/darkwave band from Vancouver, formed in 2012 by Jason Corbett (vocals, guitar), known for their cinematic, synth-driven sound that blends classic 80s new wave with modern flair, alongside Shannon Hemmett (keyboards, vocals), Kendall Wooding (bass, vocals), and Adam Fink (drums). They gained prominence with albums like It Will Come To You (2018) and Acts of Worship (2021), blending moody atmospheres, driving rhythms, and anthemic hooks, establishing themselves as key figures in the contemporary darkwave scene.

She Past Away + Actors
2026-09-27 19:00 - 23:00 | EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney), London, 11-17 Stoke Newington Rd, London, N16 8BH

Carpe Noctum: The Sisters Of Murphy
2026-10-03 19:00 - 2026-10-04 02:00 | Lending Room, Leeds, 229 Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 3AP, United Kingdom

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-07 19:00 - 23:00 | Limelight, Belfast, 17 Ormeau Avenue, Belfast, BT2 8HD
Stephen ‘Mal’ Mallinder and Chris Watson have announced details of their Final UK Tour, starting on 10 October 2026 at Birmingham Town Hall and finishing at the Sheffield Octagon on 25 October, with Gazelle Twin confirmed as special guest across all the dates.

These dates follow news of this year’s highly anticipated sold-out tour, which marks 50 years since the live launch of one of Britain’s most influential electronic bands, Cabaret Voltaire, at the Sheffield Students Union Refectory on 13 May 1975.

Talking about the newly announced dates, Stephen Mallinder, says: “What a wonderful opportunity to go round the block one more time and share that with one of the most unique and spectacular artists we know. The connective tissue between ourselves, our history, and the world Gazelle Twin now conjures up, will be out there and shared with people. It seems like a special, magical moment. ”Composer, producer, and performance artist Elizabeth Bernholz, aka Gazelle Twin, will be special guest across the tour: “Pinch me. Go on. I’m feeling excessively lucky at the prospect of touring with Cabaret Voltaire in 2026. They are electronic music pioneers, but also the loveliest, kindest folk in music that I could ever hope to share the stage with.

In the current climate of social turmoil and political manipulation, the prescient work of Cabaret Voltaire continues to be necessary. The sounds, words, images and films of the band still resonate loudly, continuing to challenge the status quo. The events in 2025 and 2026 will curate this essential work and to acknowledge the timeless energy and to mark the continuing significance and power of what Cabaret Voltaire achieved. Original members Chris Watson and Stephen Mallinder are committed to stay true to the enduring vision of Cabaret Voltaire. The performance will cover the arc of their formidable output – from early experiments, and the first Rough Trade / Factory releases, through the band’s Doublevision video label and into the work with renowned producers such as Adrian Sherwood and Marshall Jefferson. Stephen Mallinder explains, “The live set is built from scratch but faithful to the original tracks. Everything has been painstakingly reconstructed with the original technology and processes to build the tracks. But as with all Cabs live shows there is an element of unpredictable, the new. Chance meets causality.”

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-10 19:30 - 23:00 | Town Hall, Birmingham, Victoria Square, Birmingham, B3 3DQ

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-11 19:00 - 23:00 | Arts Club Theatre, Liverpool, 90 Steel Street, Liverpool, Liverpool, L1 4BH

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-13 19:00 - 23:00 | Rock City, Nottingham, 8 Talbot street, Nottingham, NG1 5GG, United Kingdom

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-14 19:00 - 23:00 | The Globe, Cardiff, 125 Albany Road, Cardiff, CF24 3RU

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-15 19:00 - 23:00 | The Forum, Bath, 1a Forum Buildings, St James Parade, Bath, BA1 1UG

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-17 19:00 - 23:00 | Boiler Shop, Newcastle upon Tyne, 20 South St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3PE

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow, 244 Gallowgate, Glasgow, G4 0TT, United Kingdom

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-19 19:00 - 23:00 | The Albert Hall, Manchester, 27 Peter St, Manchester, M2 5QR

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-21 19:00 - 23:00 | De La Warr Pavillion, Bexhill On Sea, Marina, Bexhill On Sea, TN40 1DP

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-22 19:00 - 23:00 | Roundhouse, London, Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8EH

Cabaret Voltaire + Gazelle Twin
2026-10-25 19:00 - 23:00 | The Octagon, Sheffield, Clarkson Street, Sheffield, S102TQ

The Witching Tale + Jan Doyle Band + Greystone Sisters
2026-10-29 20:00 - 23:00 | Samuel Worth Chapel, Sheffield, Sheffield General Cemetery, Cemetery Rd, Sharrow, Sheffield, S11 8FT
We’re delighted to present a somewhat mysterious spooky and etherial Halloween show with The Witching Tale who are comprised of Katherine Blake known from Miranda Sex Garden and The Mediaeval Baebes and Michael J York from Current 93 and The Utopia Strong. This fantastic,mostly electronics driven, project merges incredible ethereal vocals with atmospheric isoundscapes. Drawing inspiration from folklore, nature, and the arcane, the duo weaves a hauntingly beautiful musical path that blend ancient themes with modern textures, creating a mesmerizing journey through mystical storytelling and bewitching melodies.

http://linktr.ee/thewitchingtale

With support from Jan Doyle Band who, while known for somewhat wild explosive Goth performances, have promised to explore the more subtle elements of their work whilst still maintaining the typically glamorous presentation

Linktr.ee/jandoyleband

PLUS, and this is quite a scoop we feel. we finally present the DEBUT live show of sheffield goth duo The Greystone Sisters who achived much notability with the likes of Mick Mercer with their only released works The Veil and Paranoia, remarking on how the former offered a “queasy romance” (lyrically) and also “largely lives on vocals and bass alone”.Paranoia he said has sharp delivery an impressive sour charm.

Greystonesisters.bandcamp.comTickets: £14.00 (+ Booking fee)

Event Details

Doors: 8.00pm

Performance: 8.30pm

Location: The Samuel Worth Chapel, Sheffield, S11 8NT

Accessibility: The Samuel Worth Chapel is fully accessible.

Facilities: The Samuel Worth Chapel has a fully licensed bar selling local beers, wine and spirits.

Tickets: All tickets are sold online via Ticketsource. No tickets are available on the door.

Please note, bags will be checked upon entry.

T&Cs

Tickets for this event are non-refundable. However, if for any reason the event is cancelled by us, we will refund your ticket.

Email marketingandevents@gencem.org with any questions about this event.

Event Details

Doors Open at 8:00PMStarts at 8:30PM

Location

The Samuel Worth Chapel, Sheffield, S11 8NT

Tomorrow's Ghosts: The Mission + Lol Tolhurst + Evi Vine
2026-10-30 19:00 - 23:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Friday

THE MISSION

Part I – ‘God’s Own Medicine’

Part II – ‘86 -26’ : 40th Anniversary Set

+ Very Special Guests : Lol Tolhurst Plays The Songs of The Cure

+ Evi Vine

+ Your Club Night Hosts – Carpe Noctum

Saturday

Tomorrow’s Ghosts Festival : Cygnea Cantio

THE MISSION

Part III – ‘86 -26’ : 40th Anniversary Set

+ Very Special Guests : The March Violets

+ Tristwch Y Fenywod

+ Your Club Night Hosts – Carpe Noctum

Shadow Factory
2026-10-30 19:00 - 2026-10-31 01:00, 2026-10-31 19:00 - 2026-11-01 01:00 | The Crafty Cove, Whitby, 2-4 Wellington Road, Whitby
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Tomorrow's Ghosts: The Mission + The March Violets + Tristwch Y Fenywod
2026-10-31 19:00 - 2026-11-01 01:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom

The Mission: God's Own Medicine in full plus B-sides + TBC
2026-11-04 19:00 - 23:00 | O2 Forum Kentish Town, London, 9-17 Highgate Rd, London, NW5 1JY
The Mission bring their God’s Own Medicine 40th Anniversary shows to the O2 Forum Kentish Town in London, promising an evocative evening as the band revisits the seminal album in full alongside a selection of fan favorites, wrapped in cinematic production and evocative lighting that highlight the record’s brooding melodies and soaring choruses. The show will balance reverence and reinvention, with the band’s distinctive guitars and commanding vocals delivering both faithful renditions and subtly refreshed arrangements that resonate for longtime devotees and newcomers alike. Set in the atmospheric confines of the O2 Forum Kentish Town, the concert will feel immediate and communal, offering rare up-close moments and singalong highs that underscore the album’s enduring influence. Demand is expected to be strong, so securing tickets early is advised for anyone wanting to be part of this special celebration of one of the band’s defining works.

The Mission + TBC
2026-11-05 19:00 - 23:00 | O2 Forum Kentish Town, London, 9-17 Highgate Rd, London, NW5 1JY
Best of the following albums: First Chapter, Children, Grains of Sand, Neverland, Aura, Brightest Light

The Mission bring their God’s Own Medicine 40th Anniversary shows to the O2 Forum Kentish Town in London, promising an evocative evening as the band revisits the seminal album in full alongside a selection of fan favorites, wrapped in cinematic production and evocative lighting that highlight the record’s brooding melodies and soaring choruses. The show will balance reverence and reinvention, with the band’s distinctive guitars and commanding vocals delivering both faithful renditions and subtly refreshed arrangements that resonate for longtime devotees and newcomers alike. Set in the atmospheric confines of the O2 Forum Kentish Town, the concert will feel immediate and communal, offering rare up-close moments and singalong highs that underscore the album’s enduring influence. Demand is expected to be strong, so securing tickets early is advised for anyone wanting to be part of this special celebration of one of the band’s defining works.

The Mission: God's Own Medicine in full plus B-sides + TBC
2026-11-06 19:00 - 23:00 | O2 Forum Kentish Town, London, 9-17 Highgate Rd, London, NW5 1JY
On 2026-11-06 The Mission bring their God’s Own Medicine 40th Anniversary shows to the O2 Forum Kentish Town in London, promising an evocative evening as the band revisits the seminal album in full alongside a selection of fan favorites, wrapped in cinematic production and evocative lighting that highlight the record’s brooding melodies and soaring choruses. The show will balance reverence and reinvention, with the band’s distinctive guitars and commanding vocals delivering both faithful renditions and subtly refreshed arrangements that resonate for longtime devotees and newcomers alike. Set in the atmospheric confines of the O2 Forum Kentish Town, the concert will feel immediate and communal, offering rare up-close moments and singalong highs that underscore the album’s enduring influence. Demand is expected to be strong, so securing tickets early is advised for anyone wanting to be part of this special celebration of one of the band’s defining works.
