The Goth Calendar

Creeper + TBC
2026-04-18 19:00 - 23:00 (Europe/London) | The Asylum, Birmingham, 38-42 Hampton Street, Birmingham, B19 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
2026-04-18 19:00 - 23:00 | Network, Sheffield, 14 Matilda Street, Sheffield, S1 4QD
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.

Doom Loop
2026-04-18 20:00 - 2026-04-19 00:00 | Vintage Rockbar, 64-66 Silver St,, Doncaster, DN1 1HT
DOOM LOOP: NEON NIGHTMARES & ANALOGUE DREAMS Saturday 18th April • The Back Room at Vintage • Free Entry

Fusing 80s Miami with a Transylvania retro-futurism fever dream.

This April, we are turning The Back Room into a collision point for two distinct worlds. We’re taking you on a sonic journey from the Sunset Strip to Dracula’s Dungeon.

THE LINEUP

SPECIAL GUEST: JAY SINFUL (Shadow Factory) A true veteran of the UK Goth scene. Jay has been running the legendary Shadow Factory events in Whitby since 2016, cementing himself as a key figure in the festival circuit. He brings that expertise to Doncaster to curate the Analogue Dreams—expect a masterclass in Classic Goth, Darkwave, and the haunting, smoke-filled anthems of the underground.

HOSTED BY: LEE SMASH (Ex-Spectrum) Your resident conductor of the Neon Nightmares. Lee is no stranger to the big stage—as a former resident of the award-winning breaks night Spectrum, he has toured up and down the UK and across Europe. For Doom Loop, he trades the breakbeats for the mechanical aggression of Industrial, Darksynth, and Cyberpunk.

THE SOUND Strictly synthetic. Strictly underground. A night of pure electronic dominance—heavy, cinematic, and uncompromised.

THE DRESS CODE: MIAMI VICE VS. GOTHIC SPICE.

LOUD Hawaiian shirts and shades, or Pitch Black? Choose your side. Whether you rock the neon shades of 1984 Miami or the velvet and leather of the Goth underground, we want to see it. Prize for Best Dressed.

Doncaster. Vintage Back Room. April 18th.

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 Gothic Gathering: Baby Bat Ball
2026-04-23 15:00 - 18:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Welcome all Baby Bats! Don your best gowns, suits, fangs and wings and join us for this teen friendly ball. There will be a DJ, live music, dancing and more. You can also pop downstairs to the market to grab sweet snacks, top up your outfit with a handmade specialty and get your family portrait commissioned by local artists. No adults allowed!

The Gothic Gathering: The Ink & Shadow Club
2026-04-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Hark back to candle lit rooms of art and poetry that Stoker, Byron and Shelley would have frequented in this gentle evening of poetry, music, literature sharing and an art exhibition. Delight in the works of local and international artists over a tipple as we welcome in the weekend with some delectible dark culture.

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

Resurrection: The Hell 'N Back Club @ April 2026's The Gothic Gathering in Whitby.
2026-04-23 19:00 - 2026-04-24 00:00 | The Rifle Club, Whitby, Sports Ground, W Cliff Ave, Crescent Ave, Whitby, YO21 3EW
Resurrection’s The Hell ‘N Back Club returns to Whitby Next April, as part of The Gothic Gathering at Whitby Weekend. We’ll be at a NEW Venue for us, but one that over the years has hosted many events over Goth weekend, Whitby Rifle Club. From 8pm – Midnight. Just £5 entry. Playing a Mixture of Goth, Post-Punk, Darkwave & a bit of EBM, from the 80’s, 90’s 00’s, 10’s & 20’s. This is not an 80’s goth night, nor is it a Rock & Metal night. We play a wide selection of Goth, Post Punk & Darkwave from around the world and from throughout the decades.

Event Details

Over 18’s OnlyDoors Open at 8:00PMFrom Thu 23 Apr 2026, 8:00PM to Fri 24 Apr 2026, 12:00AM

Location

Whitby Rifle Club,, North Yorkshire,, YO21 3EW

Monster Mash
2026-04-23 19:30 - 2026-04-24 00:00 | Whitby Friendship A R C, New Way Ghaut, Whitby, YO22 4DH
Kick off your goth weekend in Whitby with Monster Mash.Goth, New Wave, Post-punk, EBM, Industrial, Punk, Dark Wave and more.A liberated space, be nice or go home.A well stocked bar with beers on tap, shots, non alcohol drinks vegan and gluten free beers.Plenty of seating and tables.Accessible entrance.

2 DJ’s Dark Soul and DJ PinkExpect to hear music from bands such as: Sisters of Mercy, The Cult, Alien Sex Fiend, Yazzoo, The Cure, Fields of The Nephilim, Then Comes Silence, Killing Joke, Play Dead, Rosetta Stone, She Wants Revenge, Virgin Prunes, Twin Tribes, Joy Division, She Past Away, The Mission, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Depeche Mode, Rosetta Stone, This Eternal Decay, Marilyn Manson, Bauhaus, Project Pitchfork, VNV Nation, The Chameleons, Sex Gang Children, Gary Numan, The Damned, The Clash, New Model Army, New Order, Soft Cell, Adam and the Ants, Drowning pool, Rage against the Machine and more.

Tickets £8 On the door £10Tickets are non-refundable

Byronic Sex & Exile
2026-04-24 00:00 - 23:59 | Hetty & Betty, Whitby, 7 Baxtergate, Whitby, Whitby, YO21 1BW
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 Gothic Gathering: Literature Alley
2026-04-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Explore the various gothic worlds with the authors themselves. Our alley lined with authors, booksellers and the best of gothic literature is open for you to puruse, purchase and maybe even get an autograph!

The Gothic Gathering: Voices of Darkness
2026-04-24 10:00 - 17:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
In a series of talks and workshops from academics, authors, creators, celebrities and more, these Voices of the Darkness will bring the interesting, the fascinating and the downright morbid to life.

The Gothic Gathering: The Alternative Market
2026-04-24 10:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Find all your favourite Alternative Traders and discover new ones as you fill your bag with the best gothic trinkets, art and more.

The Gothic Gathering: Gothic on Wheels
2026-04-24 11:00 - 17:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
From four to two, the gothic is bought to life with a series of gothic cars, metal headed motorbikes, dark classics and all that’s inbetween. Marvel at the spectacle and enjoy a photograph with these classics and more.

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: Boo on Byron's Raging Boner
2026-04-24 19:30 - 23:00 | Whitby Pavilion, West Cliffe, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3EN, United Kingdom
Step back in time to journey through the life of Lord Bryon in this hilarious and insightful draggy TEDTalk about the world’s first modern celebrity.

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)

Dark Souls
2026-04-25 19:30 - 2026-04-26 00:00 | Whitby Friendship Rowing Club, Whitby, 136 Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4DE
GOTH • PUNK • NEW WAVE • DARK WAVE • EBM

An official fundraising event for The Sophie Lancaster Foundation. All profits go to the charity. There will be a raffle with over 30 fantastic prizes donated.Cash only for the raffle tickets which are for sale on the night until 10pm. Winning numbers will be put on screen at the event around 10.20pm. If you leave before the raffle has been drawn, prizes can be collected but we aren’t able to post any prizes to winners. Any unclaimed prizes will be carried over to the next event.

If you intend to come to this event, please buy your tickets in advance as we can not guarantee any tickets will be available on the night. Our last events sold out before the event, resulting in us having to turn people away.

DJ Dark Soul and guest, VISRA will be bringing you a night of goth, punk, new wave, dark wave and EBM. At Whitby Friendship A R C, entrance through the red door on Church Street.

LAST ENTRY with or without a ticket is 10pmNo casual streetwear and no blue denim. If in doubt wear black. Over 18’s Only

The venue has plenty of seating but due to this being a popular event it is advised to get there early if you want a seat.

We reserve the right to refuse admission.

Dark Souls Club Night is a safe place for all, discriminating against anyone will result in removal from the event. Be nice, or go home.

Event Details

Doors Open at 7:30PMFrom Sat 25 Apr 2026, 7:30PM to Sun 26 Apr 2026, 12:00AM

Location

Whitby Friendship Rowing Club, North Yorkshire,, YO22 4DE

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.

Siren's Cave
2026-04-25 21:00 - 2026-04-26 01:30 | The Black Heart, London, 2-3 Greenland Place, London, NW1 0AP
Siren’s Cave welcomes you to their Dark Alternative Event set to a unique Mermaid & Mythical Backdrop, immersing you into a fantasy experience to dance the night away and leave the real world outside for a few hours.

DJs Acid Payne, Dragon, Skintight SJ and Stardust Siren will entertain you with a selection of Dark Wave, Electronic, Goth, Synthpop, Post Punk and Dark 80s among various relatable genres; and as usual expect to hear a selection from across the era’s of time, with some favourites included along with some tracks not so regularly heard.

We look forward to welcoming you to another Magical Night.

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

Stripped
2026-05-01 19:00 - 2026-05-02 00:00, 2026-06-05 19:00 - 2026-06-06 00:00, 2026-07-03 19:00 - 2026-07-04 00:00, 2026-08-07 19:00 - 2026-08-08 00:00, 2026-09-04 19:00 - 2026-09-05 00:00, 2026-10-02 19:00 - 2026-10-03 20:00, 2026-11-06 19:00 - 2026-11-07 00:00, 2026-12-04 19:00 - 2026-12-05 00:00 | The Black Bull, Gateshead, 2.Mulgrave Terrace, Gateshead, NE8 1PQ
‘Stripped’ is an alternative music night held at The Black Bull in Gateshead. It is held on the first Friday of every month. The Music you hear will be Aggrotech, EBM, 80s, Futurepop, Goth, Industrial, Post-Punk, Synthpop, various forms of “-Wave” and various related ephemera.DJs: R. Sinister, Daimoniac, JenStart time: 7:00pm.Entry price: Free.

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

Monster Mash
2026-05-02 19:30 - 2026-05-03 00:00 | Whitby Friendship Rowing Club, Whitby, 136 Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4DE
Kick off your May goth weekend in Whitby with May Monster Mash.

Goth, New Wave, Post-punk, EBM, Industrial, Punk, Dark Wave and more.

A liberated space, be nice or go home.

A well stocked bar with beers on tap, shots, non alcohol drinks vegan and gluten free beers.

Plenty of seating and tables.

Accessible entrance.

With DJ Dark Soul

Expect to hear music from bands such as: Sisters of Mercy, The Cult, Alien Sex Fiend, Yazzoo, The Cure, Fields of The Nephilim, Then Comes Silence, Killing Joke, Play Dead, Rosetta Stone, She Wants Revenge, Virgin Prunes, Twin Tribes, Joy Division, She Past Away, The Mission, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Depeche Mode, Rosetta Stone, This Eternal Decay, Marilyn Manson, Bauhaus, Project Pitchfork, VNV Nation, The Chameleons, Sex Gang Children, Gary Numan, The Damned, The Clash, New Model Army, New Order, Soft Cell, Adam and the Ants, Drowning pool, Rage against the Machine and more.

Tickets £8 On the door £10Tickets are non-refundable

Over 18’s only

No tracksuits or sportswear.

A DeAD sKoOl DiSCo event

Event Details

Doors Open at 7:30PMFrom 7:30PM to 12:00AM

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.

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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

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

The Hell 'n Back Club
2026-05-16 20:00 - 2026-05-17 01:00, 2026-06-13 20:00 - 2026-06-14 01:00, 2026-07-11 20:00 - 2026-07-12 01:00, 2026-08-22 20:00 - 2026-08-23 01:00, 2026-09-26 20:00 - 2026-09-27 01:00, 2026-10-17 20:00 - 2026-10-18 01:00, 2026-11-14 20:00 - 2026-11-15 01:00, 2026-12-12 20:00 - 2026-12-13 01:00 | The Westover Club, 3 Westover Rd, Scarborough, YO12 5AA, United Kingdom

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)

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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.

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.

Vampire Ball
2026-05-30 21:00 - 23:00 | The Vermont Hotel, Newcastle, Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1RQ
HOUSE OF KAOS: VAMPIRE BALL

The ritual returns… and this time, it’s grander, darker, and more decadent than ever.

� Date: 30th May 2026� Venue: The Vermont Hotel, Newcastle� Tickets: £65 per person� Reserve your seat with just £10

Join us for a night of gothic elegance and immersive indulgence, featuring:

� Live performances by Volcarna & Chaos 8� A sumptuous three-course meal� Atmosphere thick with mystery, music, and mischief

Seats are limited and the coven is already stirring.

DM to secure your place at the table. Come dressed to mesmerise.

#HouseOfKaos #VampireBall #GothicGlamour #VermontHote

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, 2026-12-05 19:00 - 2026-12-06 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!

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

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

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

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

Last Rites XXXVIII
2026-07-24 20:00 - 2026-07-25 01:00 | The Cellar, Chester, 19-21 City Road, Chester, CH1 3AE
Join your hosts Die and Mark for Last Rites
We hang out in the crypt of the award-winning Cellar Bar in City Road, Chester and invite you to get on down to the very best of Goth, Post-Punk, Synthwave, Deathrock, ’80s, ’90s, Industrial, EBM, Witch-Haus, post-punk, post-wave, post-office, Eurocrack and Enya.
Free entry as always. Free goodies (may include Ouija boards). Dress to distress.

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 Afterparty
2026-08-21 23:00 - 2026-08-22 03:00 | The Star and Garter, Manchester, 18-20 Fairfield St, Manchester, M1 2QF
Join us at The Star & Garter, Manchester on Friday 21st August 2026 for our massive Cure Afterparty!

We will be spinning all the hits, fan favourites & more plus a nice mix of your favourite alternative, goth, indie & new wave classics til late.

Expect to hear – The Cure, Depeche Mode, The Smiths, Bauhaus, Joy Division, Echo & The Bunnymen, Sisters Of Mercy, Siouxsie & The Bansheees, The Chameleons, Killing Joke, New Order, Pixies, Smashing Pumpkins, Bowie, Psychedelic Furs, The Mission, Talking Heads, The Jesus & Mary Chain, Cocteau Twins, Morrissey, R.E.M, Radiohead, Placebo, The Cult, Gary Numan & loads more!

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

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

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.

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.

Lesbian Bed Death + Social Youth Cult
2026-09-26 19:30 - 23:00 | The Cluny, Newcastle upon Tyne, 36 Lime Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ, United Kingdom
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.

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

Last Rites XXXIX
2026-10-23 20:00 - 2026-10-24 01:00 | The Cellar, Chester, 19-21 City Road, Chester, CH1 3AE

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

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.

Brides of The Black Room + Promenade Cinema
2026-11-07 19:00 - 22:30 | Corporation, Sheffield, Milton Street, Sheffield, S1 4JU
The Brides of the Black Room

A secret society, existing as nothing more than a whisper through history, The Brides of the Black room began it´s unmasking in late 2020.

Once hunted as witches, and now reclaiming the title as their birthright, the coven seeks to bring balance to the shadows they’ve had to call their home. Serving the omnipotent entity they know as

“Mother”, the Brides took up arms against any that would see them brought back down into obscurity.

In season 1/album 1 “Blood and Fire” (2022), the Brides was fronted by a trinity of unexpected spearhead siblings with ancient rites and ever shifting technology as their weapons.

In season two Alazam wakes up after the blast of whatever was going on to find herself in a somewhat Nangijala state. And so the struggle continues. Who´s in command? Over what? What is the struggle?

Who is the enemy?

Season 2/Album 2 called “Commander” (2025) presented the cult taking new steps further into the story revealing the characters behind the curtains that were there since the beginning of the story; Coyote, Lynx & Ghostheart.

The Brides of the Black Room is now heading on their first tour after only exclusive concerts in their home city of Stockholm.

Promenade Cinema

Promenade Cinema create cinematic synthpop with dark allure and melodic intensity. Lush synths and compelling vocals build songs that stay with you long after they end. Their music draws you into a world of shadow and splendour, where emotion and atmosphere take centre stage.

Following the popularity of their recent singles Play With Fate and Under Review – new album AFTERLIFE cements Promenade Cinema’s reputation as one of the UK’s most distinctive electronic duos. The physical album & digital download is available via Bandcamp: https://promenadecinema.bandca…

On stage, Promenade Cinema have built a reputation for immersive performances across Europe, appearing at festivals including Infest (UK), ElectriXmas (Sweden), Resistanz (UK), Fame Festival (Poland), and NCN Festival (Germany).

Refined, evocative, and unforgettable.

The Mission + TBC
2026-11-07 19:00 - 23:00 | O2 Forum Kentish Town, London, 9-17 Highgate Rd, London, NW5 1JY
Playing Kith and Kin

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.

Night Tyne: 1919 + Bye Gemini
2026-11-13 20:00 - 23:00 | The Central Bar, Gateshead, The Central,, Gateshead, NE8 2AN

Night Tyne: Inkubus Sukkubus + Bryonic Sex & Exile + The Golden Age Of Nothing
2026-11-14 20:00 - 23:00 | The Central Bar, Gateshead, The Central,, Gateshead, NE8 2AN

Covenant Legacy UK Tour + TBC
2026-12-03 19:00 - 23:00 | Slay Glasgow, 24 Glassford Street, Glasgow, G1 1UL
COVENANT 1986-2026We live in confusing times, in the dusk of mankind. We want to tell stories and sing about how that makes us feel. In a world that has stopped making sense, we need to learn how to see in the dark. Covenant is a triumphant embrace of the strength and resilience of the soul. It’s the dystopian, unforgiving song of our dreams born in the shadow of the cold war. Our music is a monument of our failures and as beautiful as a collapsed star.

26t of April 1986, on the very eve of the Chernobyl disaster, Covenant was founded after having their senses blinded by Front 242 in Malmö at the legendary venue Stadt Hamburg.

The aggressive beats and uncompromising attitude mixed with the pop flavour of their new song Don’t Crash made a deep impression and only 5 months later Clas, Eskil and Joakim had their first show, with own songs, and the band have since performed in 42 countries over 6 continents and released over 120 songs. In 2026 the band would like to invite you and together reflect on the times and celebrate 40 years of “pop with an edge”! In a string of extended concerts, spanning two and a half hours, the band will perform songs from every album with setlists voted by the fans and you. We are honoured and grateful for every moment we shared, thank you for the music.

Founding members Joakim Montelius and Eskil Simonsson are currently working on a new album. Like a probing Nautilus, changing with change, moving within motion and steering straight through black waters, we will never rest, we will never abandon.

Welcome to the void.

Discography1994 – Dreams of a Cryotank1996 – Sequencer1998 – Europa2000 – United States of Mind2000 – Synergy (Live in Europe)2002 – Northern Light2006 – Skyshaper2007 – In Transit (Live Documentary)2011 – Modern Ruin2013 – Leaving Babylon2016 – The Blinding Dark2019 – Fieldworks: Exkursion

The band is currently working on their 10th studio album.

Covenant Legacy UK Tour + TBC
2026-12-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Corporation, Sheffield, Milton Street, Sheffield, S1 4JU

Covenant Legacy UK Tour + TBC
2026-12-05 19:00 - 23:00 | The Globe, Cardiff, 125 Albany Road, Cardiff, CF24 3RU

Covenant Legacy UK Tour + TBC
2026-12-06 19:00 - 23:00 | The Garage, London, 20-22 Highbury Corner Highbury, London, N5 1RD, United Kingdom
