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SUMMARY:Sister Ray Davies + Stone Anthem + James Chapman (Maps) DJ set (5pm Matinee Show)
DESCRIPTION:The brilliantly named SISTER RAY DAVIES will be appearing at Bedford Esquires on Sunday the 26th April as part of a UK tour which sees them supporting Chapterhouse at their recently announced (and now sold out) shows.\n\n\n\nAlthough based in Alabama\, SISTER RAY DAVIES excellent debut album ‘Holy Island’ (released on the always dependable Sonic Cathedral Records) is a concept album about the ancient religious outpost off the coast of North East England and was inspired by the likes of Slowdive\, Ride\, Galaxie 500\, Yo La Tengo and Talk Talk.\n\n\n\n‘The top-notch Holy Island nods to mid-period Flying Saucer Attack\, Souvlaki-era Slowdive\, maximum shimmer Ride and motorik’ – Mojo Magazine.\n\n\n\nTickets on sale now\, priced just £10\, from Seetickets.\n\n\n\nWe know shoegazers need their sleep so this will be a Sunday matinee show and should finish no later than 9pm.\n\n\n———————\n\nIn association with Arts Council England\, a limited number of ‘Art is for Everyone’ tickets are available for just £5 from Seetickets for those on a low income or struggling with increases in the cost of living. These reduced price tickets are also available to anyone aged under 25\, regardless of their financial situation.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/sister-ray-davies-plus-guests-5pm-matinee-show/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Fishing for Robots play the Sunday Afternoon Session at Bedford Esquires
DESCRIPTION:Fishing for Robots are an 80’s electronic covers band specialising in the music of New Order\, Numan\, Depeche Mode etc
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/fishing-for-robots-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-at-bedford-esquires/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Ian McNabb (The Icicle Works)
DESCRIPTION:Ian McNabb (The Icicle Works) \n7:30pm\, Sat 25th April\, Bedford Esquires \nWe are pleased to welcome back Ian McNabb to Bedford Esquires on sat 25th April. \nIan formed The Icicle Works in 1981 and became part of the Liverpool renaissance movement of the eighties\, alongside acts such as Echo And The Bunnymen\, Dead Or Alive\, Frankie Goes To Hollywood and China Crisis. \nA versatile musician and Mercury-nominated solo artist\, Ian has toured as bass player with Ringo Starr and played keyboards with The Waterboys; he has co-written and recorded with Crazy Horse\, The Lightning Seeds and Peter Buck\, to name but a few. \nIan’s solo acoustic shows are an intimate opportunity to share over 2 hours of greatest hit songs and stories\, from his 40+ year career.  Limited unreserved seating and standing. \n*PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO SUPPORT* \nTickets priced £22.50 are on sale from Seetickets from Friday 28th November and available in person from Esquires Bar and Slide Record Shop.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/ian-mcnabb-the-icicle-works/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:ABSOLUTE BOWIE BAND
DESCRIPTION:ABSOLUTE BOWIE BAND7:30pm\, Saturday 25th April\, Bedford Esquires\n\nPleased to announce Absolute Bowie Band make a welcome return to Bedford Esquires on Sat 25th April following their previous sell out shows at the venue in 2023\, 24 and 25 !.\nNow in their 19th year of touring\, the UKs ‘Best Tribute Band’ and ‘Best Bowie’ act\, would like to come and meet you and they might just blow your mind… With an electrifying performance from our main Starman\, and theatrical mid-set costume ch-ch-ch-anges\, Absolute Bowie will take you on a musical journey through the greatest hits of David Bowie with their huge stage show.\n“A lovingly crafted Bowie show” says NME\, and “an unmissable tribute act” hails the Times\, the band will leave you wanting more from the most genuine David Bowie tribute out there. Is it any wonder when you are too cool to fool.\n\nDavid Bowie’s evolving image has mesmerised fans since the early 70’s and for the first time ever Absolute Bowie will take audiences on a trip that presents all his best-loved personas in all their glory. Performed by a world class five-piece band\, this unique concert features two long sets and more costume changes than any other show. A true extravaganza of the wonder that is Bowie’s work.\nThe band have listened to fans and evolved the show’s setlist to really give an all-killer performance and no Bowie fan is left out. All of the Starman’s greatest hits are performed plus the band perform tracks from the albums David Bowie\, Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders From Mars\, Heroes\, Aladdin Sane\, Hunky Dory\, Let’s Dance and Young Americans through to the hits of later albums.Featuring the incredible vocals of John O’Neill as David Bowie\, with our very own Ronno\, Andy Marr on guitar\, Sam Gino on bass\, Varo Sisti on keyboards\, Alex Riccardi on drums and\, when possible\, Fiona Asbury on saxophone. The band perform with incredible musicianship and attention to detail.\n\nPrepare to be taken from A to Z (Absolute Beginners to Ziggy!) with Stations to Station in between. So don’t miss out – don your glittery dancing boots\, paint a flash on your face and buy your tickets now because the planet Earth is blue and there’s nothing else left to do…\n\nTickets priced £18 in advance are available now from Seetickets and the regular outlets of Esquires Bar and Slide Record Shop.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/absolute-bowie-band-2/
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SUMMARY:The Dreaming Spires + My Girl the River + Sunsinger & The High Seas
DESCRIPTION:Oxford’s The Dreaming Spires return to Esquires on Friday 24th April 2026 after an absence of over 10 years in support of their new album ‘Normal Town’\, their first new music in over a decade. \n\nLed by brothers Robin and Joe Bennett (Goldrush / Saint Etienne)\, The Dreaming Spires are known for their distinctive harmonies\, roots-infused sound\, and Americana-tinged indie rock which has drawn comparisons to artists such as Big Star\, Gram Parsons\, Teenage Fanclub and The Byrds.\n\n \n\n“Perfect for letting the wind blow back your hair as you cruise that four-lane freeway down the West Coast of Oxfordshire…” 4/5 – Shindig \n\n\n“Flavours of Big Star\, The Byrds and Grandaddy can all be heard amongst lyrics dealing with fading high streets\, the quiet exasperation of zero hours contracts and questionable town planning.” 4/5 – MOJO Magazine. \n\n\n‘Power pop hooks and sweet harmonies…’ – Uncut Magazine. \n\nTickets on sale now from Seetickets\, priced £14.50 in advance.  In association with Arts Council England\, a limited number of ‘Art is for Everyone’ tickets will be available for just £5 from Seetickets for those on a low income or struggling with increases in the cost of living. These reduced price tickets are also available to anyone aged under 25\, regardless of their financial situation.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-dreaming-spire-guests/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Smoove & Turrell ‘The Singles Tour’
DESCRIPTION:Smoove & Turrell ‘The Singles Tour’ \n7:30pm\, Friday 24th April\, Bedford Esquires \nThe story of Smoove & Turrell began in the post millennium North East of England with a group of working class lads and a shared passion for soul. Smoove had met keyboardist Mike Porter through the local music scene in Newcastle and recruited him for his ‘Smoove Live’ project for the label Acid Jazz. Around Mike’s house one day they overheard a neighbour singing sublime melodies in his garage with friends which turned out to be none other than a young John Turrell practicing in a band called ‘The Stevies’. After a couple of further sessions ‘scouting’ him they finally knocked on the door and had a chat and hit it off straight away. \nTheir first track was the now classic ‘I Can’t Give You Up’ recorded at Mike Porter’s house as his Hammond Organ was immovably wedged in his utility room. It was in fellow soul head Craig Charles that they found their first radio champion as he supported them heavily on ‘The Craig Charles Funk & Soul Show’ which was a kick-starter for their assault on national radio eventually landing Radio 2 record of the week. \nThe band’s 6th studio album “Stratos Bleu” scored their first official UK charts Number 1 (Dance Album Chart) as well as making a healthy dent in the Overall album Top 40. Alongside this they were given an Album of the Day accolade at BBC 6 music\, cementing the fact that 6 albums in\, their brand of gritty realism doused in dancefloor euphoria is more relevant than ever. A delayed but relentless tour schedule for “Stratos Bleu” meant that it wasn’t until the middle of 2022 that they could get back to writing\, delivering their 7th album “Red Ellen” (named after a female labour politician who was instrumental in shaping post war attitudes to social justice) which was released in October 2023. Less electronic an odyssey than “Stratos Bleu”\, but still firmly centred on the dancefloor and with an overwhelmingly optimistic message of love and compassion\, “Red Ellen” is tempered as always with the reality of working class life in the North East of England. \nGuest support: The Miller Collective DJs \nTickets on sale now from Esquires Bar\, Slide Record Shop & Seetickets online
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/smoove-turrell-the-singles-tour/
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SUMMARY:The Polaroidz play the Sunday Afternoon Session
DESCRIPTION:Relive the sounds of the alternative music scene from ’79-’89… 80’s New Wave / Synth Pop / Post Punk…The Polaroidz return to Esquires for a Sunday Afternoon Session
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-polaroidz-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-3/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Unknowns- Featuring Bedford Voices together
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful afternoon of music\, community and connection at Bedford Esquires on Sunday 19th April for a special gig from The Unknowns and Bedford Voices Together.\nThe gig will be the culmination of a unique Bedford-wide music project led by the charity Hear Me Out. Over a series of creative workshops\, local schoolchildren from Ursula Taylor CofE School\, the wider community of Bedford and people seeking asylum living in local accommodation have been creating new music\nNow\, for one night only\, those songs will be performed live\, bringing participants\, families and the wider Bedford community together in celebration of collaboration\, resilience and hope.\nThe afternoon will also feature a special set from The Unknowns\, an international band formed in an asylum hotel in central London in 2022. Born out of weekly workshops run by Hear Me Out\, the group now performs at gigs across the country\, blending musical traditions from the Middle East\, Europe and Africa. Their songs explore themes of homeland\, family\, displacement and hope for the future.\nThis is an invitation to listen\, to sing and to stand together as one community. Expect moving performances\, new original music\, and an atmosphere that celebrates the power of creativity and music to build bridges across cultures and experiences.\nTicket prices:\n• Adults: £12\n• Children: £6\n• Family ticket: £30 \nJoin us and be part of an unforgettable evening where music becomes a meeting point for Bedford’s many voices.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-unknowns-featuring-bedford-voices-together/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260418T193000
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SUMMARY:P.P. Arnold
DESCRIPTION:Few voices in British soul music carry the history\, heart\, and sheer emotional weight of P.P. Arnold. This April\, the legendary “First Lady of Immediate Records” brings that unmistakable voice to Bedford Esquires for a full band experience — a night that promises not just music\, but memories. \nFrom her early days as an Ikette with Ike & Tina Turner\, to her era-defining solo hits like The First Cut Is the Deepest and Angel of the Morning\, to collaborations with everyone from the Small Faces and the Rolling Stones to Primal Scream and Ocean Colour Scene\, Arnold’s story is woven into the fabric of modern music. And on this special evening\, she’ll be telling it in her own words. \nHer autobiography Soul Survivor released in 2022 is one of musical highs\, personal lows and extraordinary endurance.  Attending a P.P. Arnold show promises an evening filled with soulful music\, heartfelt performances\, and a showcase of her enduring talent and charisma. Whether performing in intimate venues or larger halls\, P.P. Arnold creates a warm and engaging atmosphere\, connecting deeply with her audience as she sings many of her ‘classic’ recordings like The First Cut Is The Deepest\, Angel Of The Morning and more  while sharing many of her remarkable adventures. \nFor long-time fans\, it’s a chance to see a true icon up close. For newcomers\, it’s an introduction to one of the most powerful and resilient voices in soul. For everyone\, it’s a night of warmth\, honesty\, and timeless music. \nA rare opportunity to spend an evening with a genuine legend — not to be missed.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/p-p-arnold/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, MK40 2QG Bedford\, Bedfordshire\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Guest List
DESCRIPTION:Exciting indie-rockers\, The Guest List are coming to town in 2026\, following a fully sold out 2025 tour!\n\nFormed in early 2021\, The Guest List quickly made a name for themselves in the Manchester music scene with mature lyricism\, energetic performances\, and an ever-growing online and live fan base. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Cai Alty\, lead guitarist Tom Quigley\, bassist Sid Wallace\, drummer Angus Gilchrist\, and rhythm guitarist Leio Hunter.\n\nFrom the start\, The Guest List stood out with their blend of melodic guitar riffs and relatable lyrics\, capturing the essence of a modern band while maintaining a fresh and authentic sound. In 2024\, tracks London and Loose Tongue significantly boosted the band’s presence in the live music scene. Both songs were produced by James Skelly\, frontman of The Coral\, at Liverpool’s Kempston Street Studios. These tracks caught the attention of BBC Radio 6 Music’s Chris Hawkins\, who featured them as his Track of the Dawn selections on his morning show.\n\nBeyond the studio\, The Guest List has built an impressive presence on social media\, amassing over 400\,000 followers and nearly 8 million likes on TikTok. Their engaging online presence has helped them connect with fans worldwide\, while their Spotify audience continues to grow\, with tens of thousands of monthly listeners.\n\nThe band’s rapid rise has seen them share stages with some of indie rock’s biggest names\, including Two Door Cinema Club\, The Wombats\, Inhaler\, Blossoms\, and Seb Lowe. Most recently\, they celebrated a major milestone by selling out their first-ever UK headline tour. Summer 2025 will see The Guest List appear at some of the UK’s biggest festivals\, including NBHD Weekender\, Kendal Calling\, Truck Festival\, Y-Not Festival\, Victorious Festival\, and more.\n\nWith a dedicated fan base and an ever-growing presence in the UK music scene\, The Guest List are proving to be one of the most exciting new bands in the country.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-guest-list-2/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Dave McCabe (The Zutons) + James Jay Lewis
DESCRIPTION:Dave McCabe (The Zutons) + James Jay Lewis \n7:30pm\, Thursday 16th April\, Bedford Esquires \nZutons frontman Dave McCabe announces UK solo tour for April 2026 with very special guest James Jay Lewis. \nZutons frontman Dave McCabe will tour the UK in April 2026\, embarking on a new chapter in his musical journey as a solo artist. Performing under the name Dave Zuton\, McCabe will bring a stripped-back\, intimate live show to towns and cities across the UK. He will be joined on the road by very special guest James Jay Lewis\, a celebrated singer songwriter in his own right and a regular member of both Cast and The Zutons. \nLewis is expected to perform a set of his own music during the tour\, accompanied by McCabe. McCabe’s own performances (also accompanied by Lewis)  will draw from across his songwriting career\, including Zutons classics\, deep cuts and songs he has written for other artists. Most excitingly\, the shows will introduce a new collection of solo material that McCabe has been quietly developing in recent years. \nA debut solo single\, “When You’re Young”\, is expected ahead of the tour\, with a full solo album slated for release later in 2026. \nThis show is unreserved seating and standing\, with a lower capacity than regular shows an early ticket purchase is essential. \nTickets on sale from Friday 19th December from Seetickets and the local outlets of Esquires Bar and Slide Record Shop.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/dave-mccabe-the-zutons-james-jay-lewis-2/
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SUMMARY:Jim Jones All Stars
DESCRIPTION:JIM JONES ALL STARS are finally returning to Esquires on Sunday 12th April! The band had almost sold out the venue earlier this year and had to lose the show from their schedule due to illness. We can’t wait to have them back – tickets are on sale now from See.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/jim-jones-all-stars-2/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260412T170000
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SUMMARY:The Feelgood Band play the Sunday afternoon session at Bedford Esquires
DESCRIPTION:Playing all your favourite Dr. Feelgood tunes and some you didn’t know you knew. Covering all the lineups from Wilko to Steve Walwyn.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-feelgood-band-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-at-bedford-esquires-13/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Collision Festival
DESCRIPTION:A curated all day event of new noise\, COLLISION FESTIVAL returns for 2026! \n\n\n\n\nFor those of you who like things a little heavier\, Collision have been putting together exceptional line ups for some time now. After a break this year\, we’re really pleased to see them return to the venue\, with their first wave of artists including the likes of Dream State\, Lastelle and Native James. \n\n\n\nTickets are on sale now right now from Seetickets:\nhttps://www.seetickets.com/event/collision-festival/bedford-esquires/3543281
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/collision-festival/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260410T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260410T224500
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SUMMARY:Mechanical Animal ft Korn Again - NIN UK - Deaftones - Spouky Kids
DESCRIPTION:MECHANICAL ANIMAL – a celebration of Industrial Goth and Nu-Metal ft. Korn Again\, NIN UK\, Deaftones and Spouky Kids \nFriday 10th April 2026 – Esquires\, Bedford \nA whole evening of heavy sounds come to Esquires’ main stage in April\, as we welcome a quadruple threat of tributes to Korn\, Deftones\, Nine Inch Nails and Marilyn Manson! \nFour bands\, one mission – to lovingly recreate the sights and sounds of four heavyweights of the 00s alternative scene – don’t miss em. \nEarly bird: £15 advance\nGeneral Admission: £17 advance\nFinal release: £19 advance \nTickets available now from Seetickets.com. Available locally from Tuesday 3rd February from Slide Record shop and Esquires Bar. \nAges 14+ under 16s to be accompanied by an adult
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/mechanical-animal-ft-korn-again-nin-uk-deaftones-spouky-kids/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260409T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260409T223000
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SUMMARY:The Loveless ft. Marc Almond
DESCRIPTION:THE LOVELESS Ft Marc Almond\n7.30pm\, Thursday 9th April\, Esquires\, Bedford\n\nWe are very pleased to announce The Loveless ft Marc Almond will be returning to our intimate surroundings in April 2026\, as they warm up for a big show at Wembley Arena with The Damned!\n\nMarc Almond and long-term guitarist/sideman Neal X have recruited Punk icon Iggy Pop’s stupendous rhythm section\, Ben Ellis and Mat Hector\, to form “The Loveless”.\n\nDrawing material from Marc’s immense back catalogue the band serve up songs that awoke their delinquent desire to play snaky tunes played in seamy dives\, the band deliver a potent brew of ’70s rock\, ’60s R&B and Garage Rock with nods to T. Rex\, Iggy\, David Bowie and Alice Cooper.  It’s quite simply a thunderous return to the band members primeval rock roots.\n\n‘’Songs for sailors ‘n’ sluts\, wantons ‘n’ night hawks\, sirens ‘n’ sinners\, werewolves ‘n’ kittens\, the misbegotten and the unforgiven’’ – The Loveless\n\n\n‘’Britain’s best garage rock band” – Louder Than War \nTickets on sale 10am\, Monday 22nd December\, exclusively from Seetickets and Wegottickets
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-loveless-ft-marc-almond/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260405T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
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SUMMARY:The Workshop Boys play the Easter Sunday Afternoon Session at Bedford Esquires
DESCRIPTION:Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out\, The Workshop Boys have fast become one of Bedford’s most loved bar bands. \nReturning to Esquires for an Easter Sunday Session.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-workshop-boys-play-the-easter-sunday-afternoon-session-at-bedford-esquires-3/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260404T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260404T224500
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20251209T094451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T100148Z
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SUMMARY:Good Health Good Wealth
DESCRIPTION:Good Health Good Wealth + Guests \n7:30pm\, Saturday 4th April\, Bedford Esquires\,\n\nGood Health Good Wealth are an alternative singer songwriter duo consisting of London vocalist\, songwriter and producer Bruce Breakey and guitarist\, producer and model Simon Kuzmickas.One local\, one immigrant\, GHGW invite you into their world and ‘The Sound of Their London’. \n\nInspired by visionaries such as N.E.R.D\, and Daft Punk and the personal storytelling of Kanye West\, The Streets and Mac Miller\, they cherry pick elements from a broad range of genres whilst remaining unmistakably British in the process.\n\nThrough their songs they navigate modern life and the seemingly endless pursuit of happiness. They delve into love\, money\, sex\, stereotypes\, and all the colourful schemes and situations dealt with by everyday people. The duo are about ethics not politics\, and want to spread positivity and unity in an era which feels increasingly bleak. \n\nTickets from seetickets.com / Slide / Esquires
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/good-health-good-wealth/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260404T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260404T230000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20260111T175533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T063500Z
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SUMMARY:Sham 69
DESCRIPTION:Sham 69 + Knock Off \n7pm\, Sat 4th April\, Bedford Esquires \nAnother big announcement. \nLast year SHAM 69 played at Esquires in Bedford the first time in 30 years. What a gig it was. The chance to see a band of that stature in such an intimate surroundings. It s0ld 0ut way in advance and loads of you were on waiting lists. \nThe band loved the show so much that they asked if they could come back as part of their 50th anniversary shows. So it is sorted! Don’t hang about though! Knock Off have kindly agreed to be special guests again. DO NOT MISS THIS GIG!!!!
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/sham-69/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260403T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260403T224500
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20251030T151143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T151143Z
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SUMMARY:Tyber & Pete from The Dualers
DESCRIPTION:Tyber & Pete from The Dualers \nThe Dualers Tyber & Pete return to the venue on Friday 3rd April 2026 as part of their ‘Simmer Down’ UK tour! \nThis one always sells out\, so advance tickets highly advised. \nPLEASE NOTE: This show is only on sale online\, there are no physical tickets in outlets – On Friday 10am from Seetickets and Gigantic.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/tyber-pete-from-the-dualers-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260402T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260402T223000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20260226T174830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T125535Z
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SUMMARY:The Esquires Monthly Music Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly music quizMusic from the 50’s to the presentTeams of up to 6 people£2 per person to enterCash prize for the winning team
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-esquires-monthly-music-quiz-30/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260402T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20260402T175330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T175330Z
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SUMMARY:Zed Bias | Matt Jam Lamont | Sean Harvey | Covie
DESCRIPTION:We’re very pleased to announce a midsummer celebration of bass is being held on Saturday 20th June with a stacked line up\, ft Zed Bias AKA Maddslinky\, Matt Jam Lamont (Tuff Jam)\, Sean Harvey and Covie! \n\nZED BIAS:Dave Jones\, AKA Zed Bias\, Maddslinky\, Phuturistix…. a producer and DJ from deep within the UK dance music scene. He scored his first top 30 track with ‘Neighbourhood’ before setting the blueprint for the darker UK Garage sound at the end of the 90s. He was asked to mix the definitive “Sound of the Pirates” compilation and at this time began to infuse a jazzier influence into his tracks.\n\nFrom the start of his career\, continuously until present day\, Zed Bias has been engaged in remixing duties for a huge number of well known artists\, from Missy Elliot and Mary J Blige to The Streets.\n\nMATT JAM LAMONT:As one of the stalwarts of UK Garage\, a champion of the genre in its infancy and now one of its most beloved forefathers\, Matt ‘Jam’ Lamont’s tireless involvement in the scene has been integral to the success of the movement as a whole.\n\nFollowing a residency at South London’s The Arches\, Lamont’s career really skyrocketed back in 1993 where a chance meeting between him and fellow DJ Karl ‘Tuff Enuff’ Brown gave birth to the now legendary production and remix team Tuff Jam. Leaving in their wake a massive back catalogue of defining records\, both Tuff Jam and Matt ‘Jam’ himself have appropriately attained the status of figureheads of the UK garage scene.\n\nSEAN HARVEY:Sean Harvey is a respected UK Garage DJ firmly established within the mainstream garage scene. Hailing from Bedford\, Sean’s journey began in 1999 on the legendary pirate radio station Risk FM. Over the past decade\, Sean has cemented his position as a standout name for garage lovers\, sharing stages with heavyweights including Artful Dodger\, DJ Luck & MC Neat\, MC Kie & Wideboys\, and many more.\n\nCOVIE:No stranger to Bedford Sam Covington (Covie) the home ground talent opens up the bill. Covie has worked with artists including Annie Mac\, Edris Elba and Pete Tong\, Mark Knight and Roger Sanchez performing in some of the world’s most famous clubs including Pacha\, Ministry Of Sound\, Ocean Beach\, Egg Club and the Ibiza Tour in the UK.\n\nSo let’s put on our classics and we’ll have a little dance\, shall we?\n\nTiered tickets are on sale now from Seetickets starting at £20 for early birds
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/zed-bias-matt-jam-lamont-sean-harvey-covie/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260401T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260401T223000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
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SUMMARY:Courtney Barnett
DESCRIPTION:We are very excited to be hosting the incredible Courtney Barnett at the venue\, as part of a very small run of intimate UK shows to celebrate the upcoming\, new album ‘Creature Of Habit’. Tickets are just £15 advance and going to go extremely quickly for this event – only be available by signing up to the CB mailing list. Tickets are limited to 4 per person\, or as album bundles. \nIn the hands of Courtney Barnett\, fragments of everyday life become rich and riveting. A deft lyricist and virtuosic guitarist\, she is an emblem of millennial wit and one of Australia’s most successful musical exports. \nBased for much of her adult life in Melbourne\, Barnett first found critical acclaim with 2013’s The Double EP: A Sea of Split Peas and broke into the mainstream in 2015 with her debut album\, Sometimes I Sit and Think\, and Sometimes I Just Sit. Garnering a coveted Best New Artist Grammy nomination and numerous other accolades\, the album stands as a generational classic. \nBarnett followed her debut with 2017’s Lotta Sea Lice \, an acclaimed collaborative record with Kurt Vile\, and eschewed the vignettes of her early records on 2018’s Tell Me How You Really Feel\, her humid\, political sophomore record\, which featured the Margaret Atwood-invoking single “Nameless\, Faceless”. In 2021\, she released Things Take Time\, Take Time\, a remarkable artistic step forward. \nBarnett is also a powerhouse live act\, playing slots at festivals including Coachella\, Glastonbury\, Bonnaroo\, Governor’s Ball\, Primavera\, and Lollapalooza. \nJoin the mailing list >> https://www.courtneybarnett.com.au
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/courtney-barnett/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260329T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
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SUMMARY:The X-Certs play the Sunday Afternoon Session at Bedford Esquires
DESCRIPTION:The X-Certs are a Herts-based covers band playing new-wave\, power-pop and classic rock from the 60s\, 70s and 80s. They play the music they love and it shows.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-x-certs-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-at-bedford-esquires-8/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260328T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260329T000000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20260103T085653Z
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SUMMARY:FOOTLOOSE 80s Bedford - The Region's Most Popular 80s Party
DESCRIPTION:🪩 BEDFORD\, YOUR FAVOURITE 80s NIGHT IS BACK!\nRemember pressing record on your tape deck during the Top 40? Blasting Madonna’s “Like a Prayer” through your headphones? Belting out Bon Jovi in your first car? \nFOOTLOOSE 80s is your ticket back to those moments – four hours of non-stop anthems from the greatest decade in music. The songs you know every word to\, played loud\, with people who feel exactly the same way. \nThis isn’t just any 80s night. This is the real deal – a proper party where the dancefloor is full\, the singalongs are epic\, and the vibe is electric. ✨ \n🎵 THE SOUNDTRACK\nMadonna · Queen · Wham! · Bon Jovi · Whitney Houston · A-ha · Duran Duran · Michael Jackson · Cyndi Lauper · Prince · Eurythmics · Rick Astley · Spandau Ballet · Depeche Mode · Def Leppard · The Human League · Culture Club · Tears For Fears · Simple Minds\nEvery song an anthem. Every moment made for the dancefloor. 💃 \n🎉 WHAT MAKES FOOTLOOSE SPECIAL\n🎧 Wall-to-wall 80s anthems – four hours\, no filler\n📺 Giant screens playing authentic 80s videos – cheer when your favourites appear\n🎉 Singalongs & inflatable mic moments – it’s about letting loose\n🕺 Dress bright or dress casual – come as you like\, but be ready to dance \n🌟 WHAT PEOPLE SAY\n“All the biggest 80s tunes. Haven’t sung and danced this much in ages – thank you!”\n“Such a great mix of music. Now THAT was a proper 80s night!” \n📍 Bedford Esquires\n🗓 Sat 28th Mar 2026\n⏰ 8pm-12am\n👇 Round up your friends and book now. This is your night.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/footloose-80s-bedford-the-regions-most-popular-80s-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260328T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260328T230000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20250718T124416Z
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SUMMARY:UK SUBS
DESCRIPTION:Vinyl Revelations proudly presents: \nUK SUBS + Guests \n7pm Saturday 28th March\, Bedford Esquires \nThe mighty UK SUBS are back at one of their favourite venues\, Esquires. \nExpect to hear this classic band playing a set from their near on 50 year career. One of the greatest bands to explode out of the 1977 punk movement. \nYou’ll hear gems like Stranglehold\, Down On The Farm\, Warhead\, CID\, Live In A Car\, Crash Course\, Party In Paris etc..
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/uk-subs/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260327T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260327T224500
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20251028T162102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T162102Z
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SUMMARY:REELIN’ IN THE DAN – STEELY DAN TRIBUTE
DESCRIPTION:REELIN’ IN THE DAN – STEELY DAN TRIBUTE \n7:30pm Friday 27th March\, Bedford Esquires \nThey’ve fast made a name for themselves\, selling out venues across the UK. Reelin’ in the Dan deliver the sights and sounds of Steely Dan as you’ve never experienced before\, with a six-piece band recreating all the essentials from their classic 1972 – 1980 era. \nReelin’ in the Dan are an ensemble celebrating the music of Steely Dan\, performing songs from the catalogue between 1972-1980. Born from a shared passion for and upbringing on Walter Becker and Donald Fagan’s songwriting prowess\, the young band is dedicated to recreating the Steely Dan sound as faithfully as possible. Following sell-outs since the band’s formation in 2023\, the band is here to offer a night of brilliant nostalgia. \nIn this 80-minute show\, expect the big hits we all love like Rikki Don’t Lose That Number\, Peg and of course\, Reelin’ in the Years\, as well as some lesser known ‘deep cut’ tracks\, including songs from ‘Can’t Buy a Thrill’\, ‘Countdown to Ecstasy’\, ‘Pretzel Logic’\, ‘Katy Lied’\, ‘The Royal Scam’\, ‘Aja’ and ‘Gaucho’. \nReelin’ in the Dan brings an amazing energy that will have you up on your feet\, reminiscing about the music of an amazing era. \nTickets priced £16.50 are on sale on Friday Oct 31st from Esquires Bar & Slide Record Shop in person and online from Seetickets.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/reelin-in-the-dan-steely-dan-tribute/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260322T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20260313T171356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T171356Z
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SUMMARY:Submachine play the Sunday afternoon Session
DESCRIPTION:Submachine make a welcome return to the Sunday afternoon session with 2 sets of Classic Rock covers
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/submachine-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-2/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260321T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260322T013000
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20260315T121124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T121124Z
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SUMMARY:Good Times Ft: Alex P + Rob Tissera + The Fat Controller + Dave Bergin
DESCRIPTION:GoodTimes Returns – 30 Years of Dance Music This isn’t a themed night. \nThis is the real thing. GoodTimes was part of Bedford’s dance music history — packed every Saturday\, bringing people together through music. On Saturday March 21st\, it returns to Esquires for Part 1 of its 30th Birthday\, featuring true old skool legends: Alex P Rob Tissera Fat Controller Dave Bergin \nExpect authentic 90s & 00s classics\, a proper crowd\, and an atmosphere you don’t get anymore. The night also raises money for Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM). If you were there back then — welcome home. If you weren’t — this is your chance.  Tickets via Eventbrite
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/good-times-ft-alex-p-rob-tissera-the-fat-controller-dave-bergin/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260321T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260321T224500
DTSTAMP:20260429T173535
CREATED:20260315T122121Z
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SUMMARY:Peter Bruntwell + My Girl The River
DESCRIPTION:Peter Bruntwell (full band show) \n7:30pm Sat 21st March\, Bedford Esquires \nIn an uncertain number of years time\, it will be acceptably cool to say that you first got into non-Grammy-winning artist Peter Bruntnell through his classic 2024 album Houdini And The Sucker Punch\, before then going back and discovering his back catalogue of yet more “classics”. And you were there! You saw him live. You were one of those “10” people who saw him play in that modestly-sized room\, almost 30 years into his career. \nSo here we are again. Three years on\, another album into Peter’s 13 or 14 album catalogue and shouldering the burden of even more sublime reviews. Every possible positive adjective has been called into play\, although it must be noted that the word “sublime” can never be used enough. Not even 2021’s primarily solo\, slightly synthy lockdown album succeeded in putting an end to his non-success\, despite Mojo echoing the plea that\, “Somehow\, some way\, this cult and infinitely class songwriter must get his due wider recognition”. The Scottish Daily Express with its 5 star review\, slightly frustrated\, said\, or perhaps yelled\, “I’m getting tired of saying this: He’s brilliant”. The Irish Times thoughtfully combined two quotes into one\, saving us the trouble of going back and getting crushed under the sheer weight of Peter’s archive of press quotes: “With Journey To The Sun\, the man whose songs NME once noted should be placed on school curriculums has done it again.” And he continues to do so. But not without a brief foray into dance music\, in collaboration with mega pop-hit songwriter Rob Davies. A foray that succeeded in sneaking by\, almost completely unnoticed\, therefore providing us with no further fresh quotes. If veering off entirely into the dark world of autotune would have increased his chances of hitting the big time\, we shall never know. But fortunately Peter’s taking his chances. \nNew album Houdini And The Sucker Punch sees Peter re-employing his long-term band members Mick Clews (drums)\, Dave Little (electric guitar) and Peter Noone (bass)\, along with a number of his favourite musicians. Cameos include pedal steel virtuoso Eric Heywood adding magic to Houdini\, The Flying Monk and Stamps Of The World\, Son Volt / Uncle Tupelo’s Jay Farrar playing piano on Sharks\, Peter’s old partner in crime (we suspect quite literally)\, James Walbourne of The Pretenders tearing up Yellow Gold\, cellist Laura Anstee on Sharks and Jimmy Mac\, Son Volt’s Mark Spencer’s Hammond organ and piano on Let There Be A Scar and mastering man Peter Linnane touching up the album with some added Hammond organ and synth. \n 
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/peter-bruntwell-my-girl-the-river/
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