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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 team8.00p.m
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-esquires-monthly-music-quiz-33/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260807T193000
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SUMMARY:Buzzcocks + Canned Pineapple
DESCRIPTION:BUZZCOCKS + Canned Pineapple \n7:30pm\, Friday 7th August\, Bedford Esquires \nWe are pleased to announce BUZZCOCKS are return to Bedford Esquires on Friday 7th August \nPete Shelley and Howard Devoto formed Buzzcocks in Bolton in February 1976. The band\, completed by the addition of Steve Diggle and John Maher\, opened for the Sex Pistols in Manchester on July 20th\, a follow up to the now (in)famous Lesser Free Trade Hall gig which Devoto and Shelley had organised the month before. Gigs in Manchester and London followed\, and by the end of 1976\, Buzzcocks became one of the first groups to form their own independent record label – New Hormones – on which they released the now-legendary and seminal ‘Spiral Scratch’ EP. \nThe following year saw the departure of Devoto and the recruitment of bassist Steve Garvey. In August 1977\, the band signed a recording contract with United Artists Records and released the landmark ‘Orgasm Addict’ single. This was swiftly followed by ‘What Do I Get?’\, the band’s first entry into the UK top 40 singles chart and the first of a string of chart singles. Over the next three years\, Buzzcocks toured extensively and released a trilogy of outstanding albums: Another Music in a Different Kitchen\, Love Bites and A Different Kind of Tension\, as well as the hugely influential and popular Singles Going Steady compilation. In 1981\, the band went their separate ways to undertake new projects. 1989 saw the reconvened Shelley/Diggle/Garvey/Maher line-up tour the world again by popular demand. Since then\, the Shelley/Diggle partnership has been the core of sustained and successful activity without pause\, punctuating the years of high profile gigging to date with six successful and well-received studio albums\, culminating in 2015’s The Way. \nFew have had the longevity and sustained creative energy to produce the seemingly endless stream of truly original and fantastic pop songs that Pete Shelley and Steve Diggle have consistently delivered over the last four decades. Original and best. With the untimely passing of Pete Shelley in December 2018\, Buzzcocks have continued to play live shows with founding member\, Steve Diggle\, taking over vocal duties to front the band.   Steve has sung with the band from the very beginning\, writing 50 songs\, including hits “Promises”\, “Fast Cards” & “Harmony in my Head”. He will be joined by the long term current line-up of Danny Farrant (Drums) & Chris Remington (Bass) performing all the classics. \n“I am going to raise the mast & set the sails for the next voyage of the good ship\, Buzzcocks” – Steve Diggle \nTickets priced £30 are on sale from 10am on Wednesday 1st April from Seetickets and available in person from Slide Record Shop and Esquires Bar.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/buzzcocks/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:MANTRA - A Bring Me The Horizon Tribute + Invicta
DESCRIPTION:MANTRA – A Bring Me The Horizon Tribute  \n7pm\, Saturday 8th August\, Bedford Esquires \n\n\n*Date change – this show has moved from the 11th July to Sat 8th August- there is also a slight name change to: MANTRA – A Bring Me The Horizon Tribute  – If you are unable to make the new date obtain a refund from the point of purchase \n\nMANTRA Bring Me The Horizon is the ultimate tribute\, delivering the energy and chaos of BMTH’s live shows. Formed in Sheffield in 2004\, the original band became one of the most influential modern rock and metal acts in the world\, blending metalcore\, rock\, electronic and alternative styles into their explosive live shows. From crushing metalcore to genre-bending hits\, they recreate the power\, passion\, and atmosphere fans know and love.\n\n\nMANTRA are as close as you will get to the real thing. Expect singalongs\, mosh pits\, crowd surfing and most of all – an amazing night. \nThis. Is. MANTRA. \n\n£13 tickets available from SeeTickets\, Slide Record Shop and Esquires Bar
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/bring-me-the-horizon-uk-guests/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260812T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260812T223000
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SUMMARY:Hugh Cornwell
DESCRIPTION:We’re very excited to be hosting The Stranglers’ High Cornwell in August\, courtesy of The Gig Cartel! \nFULL BAND SHOW FEATURING NOSFERATU ALBUM IN FULL\, STRANGLERS CHOICE CUTS\, & SOLO DELICACIES \nGolden Brown\, Strange Little Girl\, Always The Sun\, Peaches\, No More Heroes\, Nice & Sleazy…Sound familiar ? All big hits\, all great songs\, all written and sung by Hugh Cornwell\, the songwriter behind The Stranglers. \n\nWhen future historians of music draw up a list of the movers and shakers who changed the modern musical landscape\, there will be no doubt that Hugh Cornwell’s name will be prominent amongst them. As a pioneering musician\, songwriter\, and performer his pervasive influence persists in the record collections of music aficionados\, across this spinning globe’s radio waves\, and on stages around the world. Hugh’s presence is unquestionable. \n\nAs leader of The Stranglers\, Hugh was the main songwriter of all the band’s most memorable songs across ten stellar albums. After their 1977 debut Rattus Norvegicus\, follow up albums No More Heroes\, Black and White\, The Raven and The Gospel According to The MenInBlack consolidated Cornwell’s stature as a unique songwriter and musician. His lyrics to Golden Brown\, from the La Folie album\, and their multiple meanings\, is a songwriting masterclass. \n\nMojo – “Cornwell’s still doing things his way and often with striking results”\nUncut – “Thunderously tribal garage rock…the ex- Strangler not yet gone soft” \nTickets on sale from 10am on Wednesday 4th March from Seetickets.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/hugh-cornwell/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ | EXTRA DATE ADDED
DESCRIPTION:NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests\n7.30pm\, Friday 14th August\, Bedford Esquires \n*EXTRA DATE ADDED BY PUBLIC DEMAND* \nNoasis are the definitive tribute band to Manchester’s five-piece super group Oasis. Since their formation in 2006 and with over 1000 performances to date Noasis has justly earned its reputation as the best tribute on the circuit packing out venues up and down the UK. \nWith an obsessive attention to detail the band recreates the real Oasis experience with amazing energy playing all the classic songs as if they were their own. This is more than a tribute band this is Oasis from a parallel universe. With a huge back catalogue from Oasis to choose from the band create huge crowd-pleasing sets taking tracks Definitely Maybe\, (What’s the Story) Morning Glory\, Be Here Now\, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants\, Heathen Chemistry\, Don’t Believe the Truth\, & Dig Out Your Soul delivering a supersonic show of the very best Oasis anthems. \nFrom playing the Vic for Mick on Eastenders to the biggest festivals around the UK including Y Not & The Isle Of Wight FestivaL\, hitting the national headlines when they got snowed in at the highest pub in the UK for 3 days NOASIS are the in demand doppelgangers\, there are other tributes\, there are other venues but when it comes to the sound of Oasis no one does it better than Noasis at BEDFORD ESQUIRES. \nWith the real OASIS back in the game this reformation has sparked even more interest in the band and tickets are selling even faster for the definitive tribute NOASIS all over the UK. An early ticket purchase is essential ! \nTickets on sale priced £16 are on sale now exclusive to Seetickets
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/noasis-the-definitive-oasis-tribute-band-extra-date-added/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260814T230000
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SUMMARY:The Zipheads
DESCRIPTION:The Zipheads return to Bedford with their hybrid of 50’s rock’n’roll fused with 70’s punk rock energy- their first appearance at Esquires since 2023!  \nFormed in nearby St Albans\, The Zipheads have been seen on stages all over the UK\, Europe and the USA\, and at festivals such as Boomtown\, Shambala and Glastonbury- releasing their third album Rock’n’Roll Renaissance last year to critical acclaim and a packed-out launch show at Camden Underworld. \nHailed as “London’s powerpop kings” (Vive Le Rock)\, The Speedways have never been afraid to wear their hearts on their sleeves. Sure\, you’ll hear the influence of old reliables The Ronettes\, Cheap Trick and Tom Petty\, but with their golden harmonies and shimmering chords\, the band have gone all out to create something that pushes the boundaries of what we’ve come to know as powerpop. \nMaking their Esquires debut\, The Speedways are no strangers to the UK gig-circuit\, and can often be found abroad with rapturously-received tours of Spain\, Germany and Sweden firmly establishing themselves as the current leaders of the European powerpop scene. \nJoin us for a summer night of powerpop\, rockabilly\, classic rock and punk- all under the exalted banner of rock’n’roll- at one of the UKs best independent venues on Friday 14th August! \n  \nTHE ZIPHEADS- \nhttps://www.facebook.com/zipheads/ \nhttps://www.instagram.com/zipheads/ \nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/3tPwetxCt5IbMEMiPRWDF9 \n  \nTHE SPEEDWAYS- \nhttps://www.facebook.com/JustAnotherRegularSummer \nhttps://www.instagram.com/thespeedways/ \nhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/2yHKSswjpUFmKC6OrLe5Uh
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-zipheads/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260815T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260815T224500
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SUMMARY:NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests
DESCRIPTION:NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests7.30pm\, Saturday 15th August\, Bedford Esquires\n\nFollowing four SOLD OUT shows in 2025 Noasis return to BEDFORD ESQUIRES for one giant party and a celebration of one of the greatest bands this country has ever produced.\n\nNoasis is the definitive tribute band to Manchester’s five-piece super group Oasis. Since their formation in 2006 and with over 1000 performances to date Noasis has justly earned its reputation as the best tribute on the circuit packing out venues up and down the UK.\nWith an obsessive attention to detail the band recreates the real Oasis experience with amazing energy playing all the classic songs as if they were their own. This is more than a tribute band this is Oasis from a parallel universe. With a huge back catalogue from Oasis to choose from the band create huge crowd-pleasing sets taking tracks Definitely Maybe\, (What’s the Story) Morning Glory\, Be Here Now\, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants\, Heathen Chemistry\, Don’t Believe the Truth\, & Dig Out Your Soul delivering a supersonic show of the very best Oasis anthems.\n\nFrom playing the Vic for Mick on Eastenders to the biggest festivals around the UK including Y Not & The Isle Of Wight FestivaL\, hitting the national headlines when they got snowed in at the highest pub in the UK for 3 days NOASIS are the in demand doppelgangers\, there are other tributes\, there are other venues but when it comes to the sound of Oasis no one does it better than Noasis at BEDFORD ESQUIRES.\nWith the real OASIS back in the game this reformation has sparked even more interest in the band and tickets are selling even faster for the definitive tribute NOASIS all over the UK. An early ticket purchase is essential !\n\nTickets on sale priced £16 are on sale now exclusive to Seetickets
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/noasis-the-definitive-oasis-tribute-band-guests-5/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260820T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260820T230000
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SUMMARY:Golomb
DESCRIPTION:Moulded in the fertile rock crescent of Columbus\, Ohio\, three-piece Golomb (rhymes with Column) channel Midwest friction into an album that seeks to find a genuine connection. The band boasts not one\, but two bonded dynamics\, something of an aberration among most trios. Siblings Xenia (bass) and Hawken (drums) tie down the rhythm section with songwriter/guitarist Mickey Shuman and Xenia turning their tags to spouse after years of dating. The close bonds between the members have fed into the band’s process — family and friends first and band second\, leveraging years of trust to turn The Beat Goes On into an album that never wavers in its sincerity. \nBounding through bluster like Loop one minute and hunkered down like Pixies pummeling pop’s soft spots at Fort Apache the next. The underlying buzz on “Real Power” dips a few miles south of Columbus to channel Dayton’s favorite sons\, stitching together some clear-eyed clamor from the GBV playbook. The band lays it bare on “Dog” with a slow slink that builds toward the singed elegance of Spiritualized and a lyrical labyrinth that’s cut and pasted into a Burroughs-esque blur of rock motifs. The song peaks in pure maelstrom with a glorious glut of feedback foaming out of the speakers. The familiar specter of The Velvets rears its head in the shambolic beat of the title track\, and “Other Side Of The Earth” gets gooey with dub\, but never loses the band’s ability to feed the fray. Then\, they wind guitar around their rhythms with the grace of early Built To Spill on “Be Here Now\,” letting the sax twirls of Henry Ross send the song into the ether. \nGolomb was formed in 2019 by Mickey and Xenia. The couple briefly moved out of Ohio\, before coming back in 2020 and settling into Xenia’s folks house. Hawken joined the fold and the trio began a working relationship with engineer Keith Hanlon\, capping off a series of self-released recordings with the 3-song Love EP in 2024. Hanlon is behind the board for The Beat Goes On\, recorded at Musicol and Secret Studio in Columbus\, showcasing a bigger\, bolder dynamic that captured the band’s live energy to tape. The album was then mixed by Drew Vandenberg at Chase Park Transductions in Athens\, Georgia. \n  \nTickets on sale now
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/golomb/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260821T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260822T233000
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SUMMARY:HMS FEST 2026
DESCRIPTION:HMS Festival 2026!!\nEstablished in 2024\, The Heavy Metal Syndicate brought together a group of bands and like-minded individuals to create a festival celebrating the very best of local Rock & Metal at Bedford Esquires.Following two successful years\, HMS Festival returns in 2026—bigger\, louder\, and better than ever. Across two days\, the festival will once again showcase some of the finest local Rock & Metal acts alongside exciting talent from further afield.\nTICKETS FROM SEETICKETS\nwww.seetickets.com/event/hms-festival-2026/bedford-esquires/3672439\n\nFriday Doors: 6:30pm\nNo Setting Sun: 7pm-7:40pm\nBuried By My Heartache: 8pm-8:40pm\nOf Concrete Gods: 9pm-9:40pm\nBright Black: 10pm-11pm\n\n Saturday Doors: 2:30pm\nChemical Garden: 3pm-3:40pm\nWar torn wings: 4pm-4:40pm\nShadowfen: 5pm-5:40pm\nOwn Your Life: 6pm-6:40pm\nTrystyn: 7pm-7:40pm\nHaema: 8pm-8:40pm\nUridium: 9pm-9:40pm\nFire Fall: 10pm-11pm
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/hms-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260828T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260828T230000
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SUMMARY:The Smyths - The Queen is Dead 40th Anniversary Show.
DESCRIPTION:Following their previous appearances at the venue\, The Smyths will return to Bedford Esquires on Friday the 28th August 2026.\n\n\n  \n\nMore than a mere tribute band\, The Smyths are a joyous celebration of arguably the greatest band of all time. Thrillingly accurate\, the group have amassed a huge following and regularly sell out huge venues both here and abroad.\n\n\n  \n\n2026 will mark the 40th anniversary of the release of Morrissey and Marr’s magnum opus\, ‘The Queen is Dead’\, often considered The Smiths greatest album and possibly one of the best records of all time. In celebration of this\, The Smyths will be playing the album in full\, as well as all the other hits and songs that saved your life…\n\n\n  \n\nTheir shows at Esquires invariably sells out in advance and we are always grateful when The Smyths agree to come ‘back to the old house’. Tickets are £20 in advance\, available from 10am Friday the 9th of January 2026 via Seetickets.\n\n\n  \n\nIn association with Arts Council England a limited number of ‘Art is for Everyone’ tickets will be available for just £5 via Seetickets to those on a low income or struggling with increases in the cost of living. These reduced price tickets are also available to anyone under the age of 25\, regardless of their financial situation.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-smyths-the-queen-is-dead-40th-anniversary-show/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260829T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260829T224500
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SUMMARY:TRUE ORDER - The Sound Of New Order
DESCRIPTION:TRUE ORDER – THE SOUND OF NEW ORDER\n7:30pm\, Saturday 29th August\, 2026\n\nAfter a great show in 2025 this is one band we just had to have back !\n\nTRUE ORDER are Europe’s only tribute to the iconic Manchester band New Order and are considered by many to be the next best thing to watching the real thing.\n\nPlaying a career defining set the band play the songs from the early years after the demise of Joy Division. Expect to hear a career defining set often not performed by New Order themselves with ‘Ceremony’\, ‘Procession’ & ‘Everything’s Gone Green’ ‘Temptation’ ‘Blue Monday’\, ‘Bizarre Love Triangle’ ‘True Faith’ ‘Regret’ ‘Krafty’ ‘Your Silent Face’ ‘The Perfect Kiss’ to tracks from 2015’s Music Complete\, such as ‘Restless’ and ‘Singularity’\, they emulate the rich tapestry of synthesizers\, sequencers\, drum machines and guitars with the same uncompromising attitude that made New Order pioneers of modern music.\n\nTickets priced £14 are on sale now from Seetickets and Slide Record Shop
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/true-order-the-sound-of-new-order-2/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260902T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260902T230000
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SUMMARY:Cardinals
DESCRIPTION:Cardinals + Guests \n7:30pm\, Wednesday 2nd September\, Bedford Esquires \nCardinals are a thinking person’s band. Their sound\, on paper\, isn’t ripping up any rule books or straying too far from any guitar-band stylistic norms. But there’s something in the way that the five members – built on familial ties and life-long friendships – convey their music that feels unique and complex; of greater depth than when it first appears. \nOriginally hailing from Kinsale\, now relocated to Cork\, the quintet – brothers Euan and Finn\, their cousin Darragh and childhood friends Oskar and Aaron – are the latest formidable artistic force hailing from Ireland. Following in the footsteps of now globally acclaimed bands like The Murder Capital and Fontaines D.C. (who they supported at their huge Finsbury Park day festival last summer)\, the lads are flying their nation’s flag\, merging colourings of Irish traditionalism into a palette of edgy post-punk and intricate art-rock. \nWith Masquerade\, their debut album via So Young Records\, the band proved that they’re well worth their sizeable hype. Recorded with Shrink at RAK Studios\, the body of work walks a concise\, conceptual double-crossing – a classic\, tasteful dichotomy of dark and light. The cover art embodies it – the icy\, moribund nature on top and the blood red\, religiously suggestive passion below. \nThe sonics\, distorted and daring\, ameliorated by Finn’s wonderful accordion\, grow darker the further the album unfolds – from tender and anxious vulnerability towards flirtations of a fiery fury as the climax approaches. Such is mirrored in frontman Euan’s songwriting choices – depicting tales of tenderness and violence alike\, an impressive and poetic portfolio of inner musings that stitch together a tapestry of emotions. \nTickets on sale now
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/cardinals/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260905T193000
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SUMMARY:Rammlied (Rammstein Tribute)
DESCRIPTION:RAMMLIED (Rammstein Tribute)\n7:30pm Saturday 5th September\, Bedford Esquires \nExperience the electrifying energy of Rammstein’s music with RAMMLIED\, the UK’s #1 tribute act. \nWith 15 years of touring across the UK and Europe\, Rammlied have perfected their live show\, incorporating the iconic electro-metal sound and industrial look of the original Neue Deutsche Härte band. \nFrom classic hits like “Ich Will” and ”Du Hast” to newer fan favourites like “Dicke Titten” and “Auslander”\, Rammlied delivers an exhilarating experience that even the most die-hard Rammstein fans will appreciate. \nPlus\, with highly detailed costumes\, foam cannons\, smoke effects\, and of course\, pyrotechnics\, Rammlied stays true to the original band’s legendary stage production. \nRammlied are as close as you can get to the real deal\, all from the comfort of your local venue. So join frontman Adam Lindemann and the rest of the boys for a night of laughter\, dancing\, and singing along to all your favourite tracks. Don’t miss out on the ultimate Rammstein party! \nTickets are available from SeeTickets and local outlets
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/rammlied-rammstein-tribute/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260906T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260906T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260608T131834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T132256Z
UID:65452-1788714000-1788724800@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:Annual Esquires BeatleJam
DESCRIPTION:It’s that time of year again…The Sunday Afternoon Sessions return with the Annual Esquires BeatleJam.The cream of the Bedford (and beyond) music scene ‘Come Together’ to perform some of their favourite BeatleTunes.Hosted by Mat Roberts.\nFull Bands and Solo artists welcome.(Strictly no backing tracks)\nIf you would like to take part\, contact Mat Roberts at matrobertsmusic@aol.com
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/annual-esquires-beatlejam/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260909T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260909T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260130T150531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T140015Z
UID:63336-1788982200-1788994800@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:BCUC
DESCRIPTION:The Pad Presents… BCUC + Guests\nWednesday 9th September 2026 – Bedford Esquires \nThis gig has been rearranged from Wednesday 15th April. All original tickets are still valid. \nIt’s going to be a special one – BCUC are making their debut at the Bedford Esquires! BCUC\, or Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness hail from South Africa\, known for their high-energy blend of indigenous funk\, hip-hop\, punk-rock\, and ancestral spiritual music. \nFormed in 2011\, they are celebrated for “Afro-psychedelic” performances\, focusing on social issues and modern African narratives\, often performing at major global music festivals\, including Glastonbury and a visit to Bearded Theory this summer. \nThis is going to be one of those ‘I was there’ shows – make sure you grab yourself a ticket\, on sale now from Seetickets and available locally from Friday 6th February.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/bcuc/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260911T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260416T085518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T085518Z
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SUMMARY:The Courettes + guests
DESCRIPTION:Fresh from supporting The Damned at Wembley in April\, expect a jolt of high‑octane rock’n’roll as The Courettes bring their explosive garage‑beat energy back to the venue on Friday 11th September. The Danish–Brazilian duo — guitarist/vocalist Flavia Couri and drummer Martin Couri — have built a fierce reputation as one of the most exciting live bands on the underground circuit\, channelling the raw spirit of 60s girl‑group pop\, fuzz‑drenched garage rock\, and a wall‑of‑sound intensity that feels tailor‑made for all size venues. \nArmed with a string of acclaimed releases on Damaged Goods Records\, The Courettes have evolved from a cult favourite into a must‑see live act\, known for their relentless touring\, analogue grit\, and irresistible hooks. Expect a set packed with fan favourites — from the stomping “Hop The Twig” to the shimmering Spector‑esque sweep of “Want You! Like a Cigarette” — delivered with the kind of chemistry only a two‑piece locked in total sync can muster. \nFor fans of: The Sonics\, The Ronettes\, Thee Oh Sees\, The Shangri‑Las\, The White Stripes Expect: Fuzz\, flair\, vintage pop charm\, and a whole lot of volume.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-courettes-guests-2/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260912T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260618T141250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T141250Z
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SUMMARY:The 2pm Club - Daytime Disco
DESCRIPTION:Following their last few sold out parties\, Boombastic Events are back with the ever popular ‘2pm Club’ Daytime Disco on Saturday 12th September! \n\n\n\nThis time round it’s an 80’s love in\, so get the leg warmers and hairspray out – tickets available now at Eventbrite
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-2pm-club-daytime-disco-3/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260912T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260912T224500
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260204T142840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T064506Z
UID:63396-1789241400-1789253100@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:Mark Chadwick (Levellers)
DESCRIPTION:Mark Chadwick (Levellers) + Guests  – 7:30pm Saturday 12th September\, Bedford Esquires\n\nWe are very pleased to be welcoming Levellers frontman and chief songwriter\, Mark Chadwick back to Bedford Esquires for a special\, intimate show.\n\nOne of the UK’s most successful songwriters\, Mark Chadwick\, has co-written 20 chart singles and 6 Top 40 albums (including a Number 1) as part of the Levellers\, the band he has fronted for over 25 years. Still going strong\, the Levellers are festival favourites and have cemented their cherished status with headline performances at Glastonbury\, Isle Of Wight\, Cambridge Folk Festival\, Bestival and Boomtown and many European and UK events and in 2003 they successfully created their own annual Beautiful Days Festival which takes place in August at Escot Park in Devon.\n\nDuring this time Mark has released two solo albums ‘All the Pieces’ and ‘Moment’ and his upfront and personal solo performance will see him play a mixture of material from these albums and Levellers classics. Be warned\, Mark will have you up dancing!\nTickets priced £20 are on sale from Seetickets and local outlets from 10am\, Friday 6th February.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/mark-chadwick-levellers/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260912T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260912T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260525T084110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T085010Z
UID:64642-1789241400-1789254000@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:Martial Arts + Honest Work + Blunt Cactus
DESCRIPTION:Intense Post punk emerging from Manchester’s underground\n\nMartial Arts formed gradually\, through playing on bills with other bands\, agreeing to pints with strangers met the night before\, and an overarching love for new British post-punk. Hailing from across the UK\, they developed and refined a sound for 9 months\, before beginning to gig across Manchester\, to fantastic early reception. Very rarely do you see a group capture the interest of so many people before even one track is made available to the public. There is something special about Martial Arts. \n\n\nMartial Arts intense post punk has quickly caught the ear of a key few. Shows for Akoustik Anarkhy\, So Young Magazine\, Speedy Wunderground and Now Wave under their belt the 5 piece have emerged as a must see band in the Manchester underground. Now catch them in Bedford for the first time. \n\nSupport from Honest Work (ex- Saloon Dion) – we urge you to go listen to their ‘Horses for Meat’ track – its a stone cold groovie killer and local noiseniks Blunt Cactus \nTickets on sale from Wed 27 May at 10am
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/martial-arts-honest-work-blunt-cactus/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260913T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260913T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260731T210223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T210340Z
UID:66046-1789315200-1789329600@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dead Shady play the Sunday Afternoon Session at Bedford Esquires
DESCRIPTION:Bedford’s own ‘Dead Shady’ return to Esquires with two sets of post punk/New Wave Covers. Also on the bill\,their friends ‘Poison Justice’ who will be opening the afternoon at 5p.m sharp 
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/dead-shady-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-at-bedford-esquires-4/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260917T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260917T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260701T085136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T100741Z
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SUMMARY:Midding + Screaming Skys
DESCRIPTION:Midding are coming to Bedford….\n\nThrough the release of two EPs on Tough Love Records\, Midding have established a sound that feels both familiar and entirely their own. Expect a blend of lo-fi tape saturation\, fuzz-soaked guitars and melodic vocals; their songs balance noise and atmosphere with catchy pop sensibilities in equal measure.\nTaking cues from the golden era of Creation Records\, but without relying on the comfort of nostalgia\, Midding’s music then is hazy\, hook-laden\, shimmery and distorted\, all together at once. \n\nMidding sit in the shadowy space between post‑punk unease\, shoegaze haze\, and art‑rock precision — a band who build songs like weather fronts. Their sound moves from quiet\, brittle minimalism to towering walls of distortion\, always with a sense of emotional weight and slow‑creeping drama. \nSupport from Screaming Skys \nFormed in Hitchin\, Screaming Skys is a 4 piece grunge gaze band who have been playing in various rock bands since the mid 90s. Emerging from the haze of memory and emotion\, Screaming Skys fuses the raw urgency of 90s alt-rock with the dreamy textures of shoegaze\, creating a sound that feels both nostalgic and timeless. Their music drifts between introspective melancholy and cathartic release\, pulling listeners into a world where teenage angst meets adult reflection\, where ghostly melodies linger over crashing guitars and reverb-soaked atmospheres. \nThe band are currently recording their debut album to support their blistering live shows where chaos meets clarity and true expression is released! \nTix on sale now
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/midding-guests/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260918T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260918T224500
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260326T093013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T103136Z
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SUMMARY:Little Barrie
DESCRIPTION:Little Barrie + Guests \n7:30pm\, Friday 18th September\, Bedford Esquires \nPleased to announce the debut visit of Little Barrie to Bedford Esquires on Friday 18th September. \nCast in the grand tradition of great British rock bands\, and fuelled by a love of American blues\, funk and soul\, Little Barrie’s sixth studio album is the first released solely under the band’s own name since the death of drummer Virgil Howe in September 2017. The LP follows more than two decades of activity that have established the band as a key force in UK psychedelic rock and soul. Following Howe’s passing\, Cadogan and founding bassist Lewis Wharton placed the future of the band on hold. After initial plans to resume playing were disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic\, the pair began collaborating with long-time friend Malcolm Catto (The Heliocentrics). This partnership resulted in two albums\, Quatermass Seven (2020) and Electric War\, released on Easy Eye Sound in April 2025. For Gravity Freeze\, the hooks are sharper\, the grooves are deeper\, and the atmospherics thicker\, building on the band’s previous\, highly-acclaimed work. \n“Have you ever had sleep paralysis?” asks Cadogan\, discussing the title track of the trio’s latest offering. “That’s what ‘Gravity Freeze’ is written about. It’s like a nickname I gave to that moment where you’ve woken up and you’re still dreaming. The first time that happened to me\, I freaked because I couldn’t move\, but I couldn’t tell if I was awake or not. It’s a very strange feeling\, and you do weird things\, like trying to walk through wardrobes. There are a few elements on the album that reflect what we’ve been through in the last few years. We’ve been through a lot\, some of which we’re still processing.” \nWork on the LP began in late 2023. The album was recorded at Rat Salad Studios in Hornsey\, North London\, with Rupert Lyddonserving as recording engineer and co-producer. Continuing the band’s established DIY approach\, early demos were captured in a cold room room in Dalston surrounded by partial drum kits\, art equipment\, and random bits of wood and metal\, before formal recording sessions began. Coote joined the band for the album\, contributing performances informed by classic jazz\, soul and blues rhythms. Recording took place alongside Cadogan’s commitments as a touring and session guitarist\, including work with Liam Gallagher and John Squire\, The Black Keys\, and THE THE\, as well as sessions at Easy Eye Sound Studios in Nashville. \nGravity Freeze was written and sequenced with vinyl in mind and marks over 25 years since Little Barrie’s first singles on Stark Reality. The release represents a new chapter for the band following a nine-year gap since their previous studio album. \nTickets on sale now from Friday 27th March from Seetickets\, Esquires Bar and Slide Record Shop.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/little-barrie/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260919T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260604T111211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T111211Z
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SUMMARY:Soho Dukes/WitchDoktors/Noir Mates
DESCRIPTION:World-renowned\,Critically-acclaimed\,electrically-powered\,rascally rock and roll\,Soho Dukes play a double headline show in Room 2 with their good friends WitchDoktors. With Special guests Noir Mates Advance tickets £12 \nAvailable from Esquires bar\,Slide Records or the link below \nwww.ticketsource.com/sohodukes \n  \n 
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/soho-dukes-witchdoktors-noir-mates/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260920T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260801T175431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T175431Z
UID:66058-1789920000-1789934400@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:Thr3e play the Sunday Afternoon Session at Bedford Esquires
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back Thr3e to the Sunday afternoon session at Esquires.Playing 2 sets of original rock and blues with a few covers in their own style  
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/thr3e-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-at-bedford-esquires-25/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260925T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260925T224500
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260217T132103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T073950Z
UID:63647-1790364600-1790376300@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:Fontaines C.D + Kazabian
DESCRIPTION:Fontaines C.D + Kazabian \n7;30pm\, Friday 25th September\, Bedford Esquires \nA massive tribute double header is coming to Esquires main stage on Friday 25th September\, with a celebration of Fontaines DC and Kasabian!\nFontaines C.D are the original and definitive tribute one on Ireland’s finest new exports\, while Kazabian were last seen headlining the venue in their own right wayyyyy back in 2018. \nTickets are on sale now\, priced £16 advance from Seetickets: \nThis is an ages 14+ show\, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/fontaines-c-d-kazabian/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260925T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260925T230000
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260409T084811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T101744Z
UID:64567-1790364600-1790377200@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:GIFT + Oslo Twins
DESCRIPTION:“Share the present and bolster the light…” \nGIFT is a psychedelic rock band from Brooklyn\, NY\, whose sonic vibrations nod to echo-heavy ‘90s psychedelic icons like Brian Jonestown Massacre and Spiritualized. Formed right before the global pandemic in 2020. The band consists of TJ Freda\, Jessica Gurewitz\, Kallan Campbell\, Justin Hrabvosky\, and Cooper Naess. \nInspired by Ram Dass’ legendary book Be Here Now\, the name GIFT is a play on words invoking the word “present\,” as in “the present\,” as in “it’s a gift to live and breathe in the present.” \nWhile the Brooklyn-based band’s sound can be described as “psychedelic rock\,” the genre moniker fails to fully illustrate the breadth of GIFT’s resonance\, which touches as much on the hypnotic rhythms of avant pop band Stereolab as it does the spaced-out rock’n’roll of Spacemen 3. \nSpecial guests : Oslo Twins are a dream pop duo who emerged from Bristol’s DIY scene\, known for their moody\, synth driven soundscapes that blend trip-hop\, lo-fi and atmospheric electronica. \nTickets on sale now
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/gift/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260926T224500
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260407T133935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T133935Z
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SUMMARY:Big 10 - The 10 Piece Ska Band
DESCRIPTION:BIG 10\n‘The Ultimate Ska / 2 Tone tribute band’\n7:30pm Sat 26th September\, Bedford Esquires \nPleased to announce Cambridge Ska legends BIG 10 are back at Bedford Esquires on Sat 26th September following their packed out show at the venue last summer. \nRenowned for a huge Ska sound\, entertaining stage antics and a loyal following\, Big 10 are one of the most popular ska / 2 tone acts in the south east. With 8-10 musicians on stage at gigs ( a 2-3 brass section and 2-3 singers) a Big 10 performance is a real treat for the senses! \nThe bands set reads like the A – Z of ska\, 2 Tone and Trojan\, expect to hear a few of the below:\nSHAME AND SCANDAL\, MADNESS\, LITTLE BITCH\, ONE STEP BEYOND\, TWICE\, SALLY BROWN\, WALKING IN THE SUNSHINE\, GENO\, HEY LITTLE RICH GIRL\, THERE THERE MY DEAR\, MY GIRL LOLLIPOP\, EMBARRASSMENT\, GANGSTERS\, CARRY GO BRING COME\, MONKEY MAN\, DO THE DOG\, NITE KLUB\, DAWNING OF A NEW ERA\, BAGGY TROUSERS \,LIP UP FATTY\, NIGHT BOAT TO CAIRO\, CONCRETE JUNGLE \, SKINHEAD GIRL\, NE NE NA NA NA NA NU NU\, TARZAN’S NUTS\, TEARS OF A CLOWN\, SWAN LAKE\, PRESSURE DROP\, SIMMER DOWN\, GHOSTFACED KILLER\, LORRAINE\, GHOST TOWN\, IT MUST BE LOVE\, THE PRINCE\, SPECIAL BREW\, INNER LONDON VIOLENCE and many more ! \nTickets priced £13 are on sale now from Seetickets & can be picked up in person from Slide Record Shop and Bedford Esquires bar.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/big-10-the-10-piece-ska-band/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260926T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Jersey:20260926T224500
DTSTAMP:20260803T132350
CREATED:20260420T092856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T093057Z
UID:64836-1790451000-1790462700@www.bedfordesquires.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Jacques + The Sukis + Pistol Daisy ‘THE WHEELS IN MOTION TOUR’
DESCRIPTION:The Jacques + The Sukis + Pistol Daisy ‘THE WHEELS IN MOTION TOUR’ \n7:30pm\, Sat 26th September\, Bedford Esquires \nTHE JACQUES\, THE SUKIS AND PISTOL DAISYS GET IN THE VAN FOR ‘THE WHEELS IN MOTION TOUR’ THIS COMING SEPTEMBER \n  \nIn an ever changing and evolving music industry\, whilst the digital age has transformed so many aspects of how artists operate\, one thing that will never change is the desire to get in the van and take the music out on the road: live\, personal and in your face. \nThis coming September sees the start of ‘The Wheels In Motion Tour’\, a three-band bill that will support indie venues up and down the country\, showcasing some of the UKs most thrilling indie rock talent with The Jacques\, The Sukis and Pistol Daisys. \nCurated by indie live agency Motion Talent\, all three bands are part of the emerging artists on their roster\, and the tour aims to boost grassroots touring through indie venues with a fan friendly low-ticket price. \nMotion’s Neil O’Brien says: \n“I am incredibly excited to see our first Wheels In Motion tour hit the road in September with three of our homegrown emerging artists playing some of the UK’s best independent venues.  As an independent live agency booking tours and festivals worldwide Motion Talentis committed to investing in artists by creating high quality touring and being involved at the beginning with marketing\, PR\, transport\, accommodation and technical support unlike anyone else. I see it as our responsibility not only to represent established artists but alsoto actively create tomorrow’s talent – Wheels In Motion is just that and hopefully will be the first of many great tours in the future.” \nFirst up\, London via Bristol trio The Jacques have been carving their way up and down the country and the EU with post punk legends Public Image Limited in recent times\, and since first forming as young teenagers\, they’ve supported The Libertines at Hyde Park and played Glastonbury\, Reading and Leeds. Their story has been fraught with as many ups as downs\, but The Jacques have proved themselves to be true road warriors and survivors. Their genre smashing fusion of mutant punk\, psychedelic grunge and joyous indie rock never fails to hitthe spot. \n“Being on the road is the best\,” state the band. “We spent most of last year on tour in endless scrapes and adventures and it was while bouncing around the back of the van on a cold night up north that we thought of getting our label mates to come and join us on a tour like the old school ones. It’s going to be a blast!”. \nAlso joining the tour are Liverpool’s The Sukis (Via Hitchin)\, who are fast making a name for themselves as one of the most exciting alternative rock bands on the scene today. Punky\, intelligent and an explosive live act\, their songs dive deep into the psyche of what it is to be young. \n  \nLastly\, Pistol Daisys are storming the alt-pop scene with a fierce energy that’s quickly earned them a devoted following\, blending Glasgow’s vibrant grit with heartfelt authenticity to create music that captivates fans across Scotland all the way to Europe. \nTheir live shows convey a whirlwind of raw emotion and authentic connection\, thrilling audiences and filling venues with a sound that blends confessional songwriting with danceoriented hooks\, drawing comparisons to bands like Blondie and mixing pop\, rock and electronic elements. \n‘The Wheels In Motion Tour’ showcases three unique bands that although different musically\, share a common goal to fire up their engines and hit the road\, taking their music to hot and sweaty venues\, as it was intended to be heard and felt. All three bands will have new music coming this year as they continue to grow and develop\, pushing their sounds in new and thrilling directions. \nTickets on sale from Seetickets\, Esquires Bar\, Slide Record Shop
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-jacques-the-sukis-pistol-daisy-the-wheels-in-motion-tour/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The Workshop Boys play the Sunday Afternoon Session at Bedford Esquires
DESCRIPTION:Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out\,The Workshop Boys have become one of Bedford’s most loved bar bands.They return to Bedford Esquires for the Sunday afternoon session
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/the-workshop-boys-play-the-sunday-afternoon-session-at-bedford-esquires-15/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Kristin Hersh
DESCRIPTION:Following the sold out Throwing Muses show last year\, we are delighted to confirm that Kristin Hersh will be returning to Esquires on Sunday the 27th September 2026 for a very special (and fully seated) solo show.\n \nBilled as ‘an Evening with Kristin Hersh’\, the show will feature no support and 2 sets from one of America’s most revered and individual songwriters of the past 30 years. Touring in support of a new solo album due for release in the Autumn\, Kristin has just released a brand new single ’Sundial’ – check it out below.\n \n\n‘A National Treasure’ – NPR\n \n\n‘Defiantly Unconventional’ – Pitchfork\n\n \nTickets are on sale NOW from Seetickets and Slide Record Shop priced £25 in advance. In association with Arts Council England a very limited number of ‘Art is for Everyone’ admission tickets are available for £10 to those on a low income. These reduced price tickets are also available to anyone under the age of 25\, regardless of their financial situation.\n\n \nAs this show will be fully seated\, the capacity of the main stage is significantly reduced\, therefore booking early is advised. With the show being on a Sunday\, it will also finish at approximately 10pm to allow for travel etc.\n\n \nAs a venue we are both excited and honoured to welcome Kristin back to Esquires.
URL:https://www.bedfordesquires.co.uk/events/an-evening-with-kristin-hersch/
LOCATION:Bedford Esquires\, 60A Bromham Road\, Bedford\, MK40 2QG\, United Kingdom
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