Events

Our legendary Silent Disco is back to open our brand new club space at Esquires, and also celebrate our 29th Birthday! Channel 1: Hip Hop vs R’n’B Bangers Channel 2: Indie vs Rock Channel 3: 80s vs 90s These sold …

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Carl Linnett,Mike Mckecknie,John Keay and Wayne Breed playing songs by: Joe Bonamassa, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Gary Moore, Jimi Hendrix, Dire Straits, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Rolling Stones, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Chuck Berry, Kings of Leon And it's Mike's Birthday :-)

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com Gaz Coombes + Guests - Wednesday 12th June - Bedford Esquires We are absolutely thrilled to be bringing one of our absolute faves, es Supergrass main man Gaz Coombes to to Esquires in June! Seventeen years …

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Join us for our Monthly Music Quiz. Teams of up to 6 people £2 per person to enter Cash Prize Music from the 50's to the present.

Dr and the Medics were created almost at the dawn of the 80’s, in 1982 by The Rev Dr. Clive Thomas Jackson. The band has had a very colourful and successful career as both recording artists and performers. Undoubtedly they are been …

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A night of killer new music with ....... Based in London and hailing from all different parts of Europe and the Middle East, The Gulps come together with a shared idealism for our times. Playfully reviving the original roots of …

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Punk veterans 999 return to Bedford Esquires, with Strong support from Dun 2 Def and Tokyo Rankers tickets from Seetickets and Danny's Bar at Esquires  

A special showcase night this Saturday on the new stage in Holy Moly's, Featuring: Mundays Supersonic The Burke Brothers and Flamin' Wet Gurus And across the hall in the bar: Melanie Quinn ヅ Will Day Chris Hepworth Domenico Borromeo and …

Saturday Showcase // MUNDAYS // SUPERSONIC // The BURKE Brothers // FLAMIN’ WET GURUS and guestd Read More »

Porcelain Hill is a high energy, Rock and roll band that perfectly blends blues, soul, funk, and punk. It's Music that plays to a live crowd, and tantalizes a recorded track. Heavy guitar riffs, thunderous drums, and a melodic bass …

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To celebrate their 10th year anniversary and 30 years since The Beautiful South released ‘Song For Whoever’, 2019 see's The South playing shows up and down the whole of the UK throughout the year! The South are an impressive 9 …

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COME AND CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF ALFIE’S HIGHLY ANTICIPATED SECOND EP ON SATURDAY 22ND JUNE 2019! DOORS OPEN 7:30. £6 A TICKET, £7 ON THE DOOR (TICKET LINK COMING SHORTLY) SPECIAL GUESTS: MYLES NEWMAN MASK “While I was writing and …

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Jack J Hutchinson is a London based guitarist and singer songwriter. Described by Classic Rock Magazine as “Southern-smoked blues-rock with hooks, choruses, the lot”, his most recent album ‘Paint No Fiction‘ reached #1 in the Amazon Blues Chart and the iTunes …

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We are very pleased to announced that one of of our absolute faves, Goat Girl will be coming to Esquires for a festival warm up show, with special guests Pet Grotesque! We first clapped eyes on Goat Girl in a …

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Frank Drake and FLAG PROMOTIONS > Gigs, Clubs, Tours are proud to announce this very exciting co-headline show, sub titled NEW BLOOD UK TOUR 2019 for those people who say where is the new talent coming from?, this is the …

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Hands Off Gretel bring you "I Want The World' UK Album Tour "If you’re a fan of Gwen Stefani style swagger or Nirvana-esque grunge, then you are going love Hands Off Gretel. " Classic Rock magazine 'Youth Rebellion at it's …

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The Quireboys bring their Unplugged acoustic set to Room 2 at Esquires at the end of the month with strong support from Fran Pegg and Pete Bonas. Tickets from Seetickets,Slide Record Shop and Esquires Bar

The DekkerTones are a 9 piece ska / reggae / rocksteady / 2tone covers band playing authentic ska and reggae from the late 60's Trojan and Bluebeat scene right through to the 2tone era. The DekkerTones were formed in 2013 …

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In the first instalment of our monthly Drum & Bass events, we bring you local producer LNO, alongside Overview Music's sub-antics. Support comes from Just Roll founder and resident, Optimum. Each DJ will have 90mins to roll out and dig …

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Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out, The Workshop Boys have fast become one of Bedford's most loved bar bands.

Following last year’s debut 6th Street Psychosis, London band Tokyo Taboo have now announced their highly anticipated second album. Taken from the album, new single No Pleasure Only Pain is out 30th November 2018 via TT Records. ​ Written about …

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Bucket & Co: Bucket & Co featuring Dave 'Bucket' Colwell guitarist with HUMBLE PIE & formerly of BAD COMPANY will be joined by JIMMY KUNES current singer with HUMBLE PIE & ex CACTUS & other friends for an evening of …

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UNFORTUNATELY DUE TO ILLNESS KOLARS HAVE CANCELLED ALL REMAINING DATES OF THEIR UK TOUR, INCLUDING BEDFORD. REFUNDS ARE AVAILABLE FROM YOUR POINT OF PURCHASE. A year ago, this krazy 2-piece supported Barrence Whitfield & the Savages and stunned the audience …

Kolars + Thee Telepaths ***Event Cancelled*** Read More »

THE SPITFIRES + GUESTS 8pm, Friday 5th July, Bedford Esquires "Watford based 3-piece The Spitfires are songwriter Billy Sullivan on lead vocals and guitar, Sam Long on bass/backing vocals and Matt Johnson on drums. The Spitfires take in a wide …

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A welcome return for Sick on the Bus to Bedford Esquires.These much loved Punksters first played the venue in 1990.It'll be great to have them back.

With the much anticipated release of the bands new album 'Fantasy Reigns' on July 5th 2019, PHR would like to invite you all to a very special show indeed. This will be an extraordinary evening. One that sees PHR share …

Pearl Handled Revolver Album Launch Fantasy Reigns Read More »

BOOMBASTIC 90s vs 00s Saturday 6th July // 21:30-02:00 Tickets £6 adv via bit.ly/90s00sBedJul19 We bring our popular 90s vs 00s party to the BRAND NEW clubroom at Bedford Esquires. Expect all of the biggest hits and anthems of the …

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An afternoon of top quality soul music for likeminded soul people with the two Rays,..Ray Mahoney and Ray Laycock plus resident players Hammie & Geoff

For over 5 years now the first Sunday afternoon session in July at Esquires is reserved for our annual BeatleJam. Many of Bedford's top local performers take part performing on their own as part of a group, performing their favourite …

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This unique joint-headline show sees Bedford's own celebrated singer/songwriter Danni Nicholls share the bill with Seattle, USA based Massy Ferguson - both of whom are touring new, critically acclaimed albums. For more than a dozen years, MASSY FERGUSON have proudly …

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Cult Fiction are a 5 piece UK/Midlands based tribute band celebrating the music of The Cult right across their career up to and including the latest album. If you want Sanctuary...They sell it! Live And let Rock are quite simply …

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CLOUD NOTHINGS + Guests - Friday 12th July - Bedford Esquires For a band that sticks to its impulses instead of trends, Cloud Nothings accumulates critical praise and loyal fans with the type of ease modern rock bands can only …

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No Strings Attached are pleased to present a LIVE Orchestral Rendition of: DR. DRE: 2001 This body of work features so many intricate musical layers, we have brought in one of the UK’s leading Orchestras to perform a complete rendition …

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The best Prodigy tribute in the land are touching down on the Esquires main stage on Saturday 13th July! Jilted Generation painstakingly recreate the sights and sounds of one of the UK's best loved bands, with all profits from this …

Jilted Generation: Prodigy Tribute – All profits to MIND Read More »

The Bonas Brothers make a welcome return to Esquires at the Sunday Afternoon Session

Join us for our Monthly Music Quiz. Teams of up to 6 people £2 per person to enter Cash Prize Music from the 50's to the present.

Hi Everyone, Luke Here, I'm back from New York for a special homecoming show at one of my favourite venues in the world, Bedford Esquires! I've got the full band with me, so it'll be good and rocking, plus we've …

Luke Tuchscherer & The Penny Dreadfuls – Sunsinger & the High Seas + Dave Banks Read More »

The Roar Club and Club Biscuit are delighted to announce that ROLLING BLACKOUTS COASTAL FEVER will be appearing at Esquires on Friday the 19th July 2019 for a special intimate show prior to their appearance at the Latitude Festival! The …

Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever + Support ***SOLD OUT*** Read More »

A 23 year old pop singer-songwriter from Bedfordshire. New Single - Bring Me Down - OUT NOW!!! Chapter Two EP out Friday 21st June 2019.

Fishwife's Broadside sing songs of LIFE, LOVE, LOW WAGES, CORRUPTION AND CONNIVANCE etc. and they sing them from the HEART. They embody the soul of the true British Amateur - they do it for LOVE, which is just as well.

THE BLUES MEASURES are a four piece, female fronted band with very experienced & well gigged musicians that play with passion, drive & energy. We cover classic tunes & the occasional slow Blues, but the heart and soul of our …

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CLARE has worked extensively in Music, Film, Television, Theatre and Radio for 30+ years. The summer she left school her band ALTERED IMAGES were signed to Sony Records and Clare appeared in the BAFTA winning comedy GREGORY’S GIRL directed by …

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After a very successful launch event on the 29th June, we’re ready for round two! We have none other than Lost Recordings head-honcho’s Rafiki & Draize alongside support from Bedford’s vinyl champions Roll Your Own Records. Release’s very own Charleston …

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A seven piece band playing the best in Rocksteady,Reggae and Ska.

LoveGun return for a one off show in the Newly Refurbed Holy Moly's LoveGun are a three piece Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band. The band, comprised of Robby Miller, Fergus Shipman and Sean Tobin have quickly become known as the East …

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A bit of a double whammy here.... Indi and the Vegas celebrate their new single release... And Cardinal Kings launch their new album

NOASIS + The Dollymops + club night until 2am Saturday 3rd August, Bedford Esquires The bi-annual fixture of Noasis playing Bedford Esquires is back upon us for their summer show at the venue With their show in January selling out …

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Once a year our Sunday Afternoon session pays tribute to Pink Floyd. Amy Mason and Chris Robinson takeover as hosts this Sunday afternoon . Many of Bedford's finest musicians are already lined up to play.. Keep an eye on the …

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A Band Called Malice - The Definitive Tribute to The Jam Live at Bedford Esquires, Friday 9th August A Band Called Malice has taken the tribute world by storm in their quest to become the number one choice tribute-act to …

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Join James and Liam and Sister Mary in Danny's bar... With Special guests 'Coarse'

A nice little Summer Showcase in the bar with 3 great acts FREE ADMISSION Rap Rock with a scintilla of Funk, gritty lyrics and energetic live shows, The Wax Lyrical Sound are on the cutting edge of a new sound …

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Cheap Thrills$ are 4 seasoned musicians from Bedford, each with over 20 years experience. Playing a good mix of blues rock & soul music.

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com HR (Human Rights) - Founder and Vocalist from BAD BRAINS - Sunday 11th August - Bedford Esquires The word 'Legend' gets thrown around far too often these days, but this booking brings Esquires exactly that, with …

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Join us for our Monthly Music Quiz. Teams of up to 6 people £2 per person to enter Cash Prize Music from the 50's to the present.

A high summer special at Esquires as we welcome back Sarpa Salpa who return to the venue in support of their upcoming single "Before It Goes Dark" The guys were last seen gracing the venue back in January as part …

Sarpa Salpa // Phantom Isle // The Courts Read More »

We are very pleased to be bringing the finest tribute to the UK's biggest ever reggae band, UB40 to Bedford Esquires on Friday 16th August 2019. The UB40 Experience are as close to seeing the original band in their hey …

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Riskee and the Ridicule Karl Phillips and the Rejects FaceDown The Winter Tickets £7 (proceeds to Macmillan cancer support) www.seetickets.com/go/mattfest2019

A bit of a double headliner going on here with a double helping of pop-funk from : Lauda; Bedford/Milton Keynes funk-pop band producing tunes designed to move your mind, body and soul. Spell it like Laura, say it like chowder. …

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Since 1997 Full Circle have been playing live and loud their mix of Blues / Rock / Funk original songs as well as a great mix of covers. Formed by Marc Patching (Guitar/Vocals) and Andy Childs (Bass/Vocals) and later joined …

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KMP is proud to present a double bill of two of the UK's finest garage blues outfits, Black Mekon and Cherry Pickles ! If you enjoyed the recent Daddy Long Legs show at Bedford Esquires you'll want to get down …

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DJ Format - Roll Your Own Records - The Beat Throw Down DJs Friday 23rd August - Room 2, Esquires Bedford Bank Holiday party vibes! We are pleased to announce that we will be bringing the legendary DJ FORMAT back …

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Sleeper + Guests - Saturday 24th August - Esquires Main Stage We are very pleased (and very lucky!) to announce that we've managed to persuade the quite brilliant Sleeper to return for a special, intimate one off date on Saturday …

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SPECIAL KINDA MADNESS! Bedford Esquires, Saturday 24th August Special Kinda Madness are coming back to Bedford Esquires for the third time on Saturday 24th August with their classic take on Madness and The Specials. No strangers to venue or Bedford …

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A small lady with a big voice! Fran has been compared to Janis Joplin and Etta James with her Soulful Blues and Raspy Rock n Roll!

Hollow Promotions, Castlefest, and Bedford Esquires presents God Complex Plus Support Castlefest and Hollow Promotions bring you a Post-Castlefest Party again this year held at Bedford Esquires. As well as appearing at Castlefest, Liverpool Hardcore outfit God Complex will be …

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One of the break-out acts of SXSW this year, the fabulously skittery post punk disco of POTTERY will delight the Esquires audience in August as part of a handful of intimate club dates inbetween some high profile festival appearances (Green …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com BODEGA + Working Men’s Club - Thursday 29th August - Bedford Esquires “BODEGA’s attack on digital life comes wrapped in winning post-punk noise” – Sunday Times “Streamlined and minimal but bursting with intelligence, humour and ideas, …

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SACRIFICE PRO WRESTLING RETURNS! Another 18+ wrestling show comes to the Main Stage and along with it a whole host of insanity and characters with it. As ever we emplore you that if you've ever missed one of these shows …

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SACRIFICE PRO WRESTLING RETURNS! Another 18+ wrestling show comes to the Main Stage and along with it a whole host of insanity and characters with it. As ever we emplore you that if you've ever missed one of these shows …

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On the 28th December 2010, Dirt Box Disco played their first gig at a small pub in Nottingham, UK. They weren’t a serious band and admittedly were just doing it for a laugh. So how on earth, in just eight …

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The third in this series of monthly events welcomes Dark Fynixx, the London promoters responsible for the 'Hexagon Presents' events at Work Bar and The Big Chill. Their lineups always cater for a full spectrum sound, so expect exactly that …

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Carlos Guitarros Linnet Mike MacKechnie Wayne Breed Johnny 4 - fingers Keay Playing songs by: Joe Bonamassa, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Gary Moore, Jimi Hendrix, Dire Straits, Pink Floyd, Radiohead, Rolling Stones, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Chuck Berry, Kings of Leon

Armed with unforgettable melodies and catchy choruses, The SoapGirls energy, rawness and authenticity live, has earned a formidable reputation. Performing internationally and continuously since 2015, these fearless French born sisters Millie and Mie, have slayed critics and earned a global …

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THE OUSE VALLEY SINGLES CLUB + Skimmington Ride 8pm, Friday 6th September, Bedford Esquires The Ouse Valley Single Club return once again to Bedford Esquires on Friday 6th September to launch their brand new album GAMMONISTA ! expect plenty of …

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Its time for another of our most excellent 80s nights FOOTLOOSE A night of the biggest pop hits and anthems from the decade that brought you Pacman, Mr T and the Rubix Cube! With the awesome light show, visuals and …

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Revelations & SG Promotions proudly presents the Bedford Punk & Oi! alldayer 11 plus hours of live music over two floors The ultimate Street-Punk/ Oi! Alldayer Loads of cheap B&B's/hotels nearby Close to Bedford train station Really cheap, well stocked …

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Bruce Murray.. Pete Bonas.. Mark Ayles and Richard and Tim Winter are the A Band ... One of Bedford's longest running bar bands. Join us this Sunday afternoon for their mix of classic rock and soul covers,with a few of …

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Join us for our monthly music quiz... Music from the 50's to the present day. Teams of up to 6 people £2 per person

Spear return to Bedford Esquires to perform the classic One Eyed Jacks album in full. The recording of the Album – With the exception of “These Days Are Gone”, “Playground of the Rich” and “Prisoner of Love”, all songs had …

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Mad Mods & Englishmen Live at Holy Moly’s. Bedford Esquires, 8pm, Sat 14th September Anyone that has seen the 'Mad Mods' live will tell you that they are no traditional covers band. Their energetic performances have built them a massive …

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The Wang Dang Doodle is a rocking blues trio based in South London with Laurent Mouflier on harp/vocals, Kosmas Mylon on electric guitar, Francesco Cuturi on drums. Playing around pubs, clubs and festivals, the band quickly developed a reputation for …

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CHILDCARE It all started when Ed Cares, one of West London's most in-demand male nannies, was overheard humming a song he had written, by Katie, aged six, who persuaded him to form a band. Josh, eight, boldly proclaimed: "You're probably …

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Mr.B The Gentleman Rhymer + Thomas Benjamin Wild Esq. - Friday 20th September - Bedford Esquires We are pleased to announce that two very dapper chaps, Mr B The Gentleman Rhymer and Thomas Benjamin Wild Esq will be teaming up …

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High energy Rhythm & Blues played the Canvey Island way, recreating the unmistakable sounds of 1970's Dr Feelgood. It’s all about the sounds and energy, it’s not a look alike thing! Louder Than War: “The UK’s Premier Dr.Feelgood tribute, a …

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THE TOTAL STONE ROSES LIVE AT BEDFORD ESQUIRES, 8pm, SAT 21ST SEPT In 1989, The Stone Roses released their seminal debut album ‘The Stone Roses’. In 2019, The Total Stone Roses (UKs no1 Stone Roses tribute) celebrate the 30th anniversary …

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The Velveteers are an American Rock trio from Denver, Colorado that is the epiphany of punk with the aggressive sound and grungy wisdom that transcends through 21 year old guitarist and lead singer Demi Demitro and her two drummers. Through …

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Averaging over 100 gigs a year Dawson & The Dissenters are a superb live R and B band.The shows are full of energy and passion and a showcase their performance skills and great musicianship. The set is full of crowd …

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We are buzzing already to have The Bar Stool Preachers play the last night of their UK tour at Bedford Esquires..... With a jam packed 2019 ahead of them including dates with The Interrupters, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones and The …

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Christmas at Esquires wouldn't be the Same without the Cherry Lee Mewis December Sunday session... We're already looking forward to the raffle :-)

KMP Bedford are extremely proud and excited to welcome TRASH KIT of Upset The Rhythm to Bedford Esquires! Having shared the stage with the likes of Deerhoof and The Ex, the band have also played at Stewart Lee's ATP Festival …

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Two great acts in the bar.. Echo November making their Esquires debut with support from Bedford's belonging

Two great acts in the bar. Both making their Esquires debut

In our 4th edition of our monthly Drum & Bass series, we're inviting down one of the most exciting female producers around at the moment, Dilemma. Dilemma has had a great 2019 so far, playing shows at Fabric, Studio 338, …

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Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out, The Workshop Boys have fast become one of Bedford's most loved bar bands.

The Roar Club & Club Biscuit are delighted to be bringing PULLED APART BY HORSES to Bedford for their debut appearance at Esquires. Pulled Apart By Horses are less a gang and more one big fucked up dysfunctional family. The …

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THIS SHOW IS NOW SOLD OUT - THERE WILL BE NO TICKETS ON THE DOOR. The Murder Capital + Happy Couple - Thursday 3rd October - Esquires, Bedford We are very proud to announce that one of the most exciting …

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The Slackers + Guests - Friday 4th October - Bedford Esquires The Slackers are self styled masters of Reggae, Ska and Rock’n’Roll from New York City. The Slackers began in 1991 in NYC. After years of local gigs and rehearsing …

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We are excited to announce MarthaGunn are coming to Bedford Esquires as part of their autumn tour! The five piece band formed in Brighton and are named after historic Brighton heroine "The Priestess of The Bath,". Drawing from the bandmates' …

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Jim Jones & The Righteous Mind return to Esquires after a long hiatus and in support of there second, critically acclaimed LP. Support on the night comes from Kris Dollimore (ex Godfathers) and The Troubled Bones. Tickets £13.50 adv: https://www.ents24.com/bedford-events/esquires/jim-jones-and-the-righteous-mind/5528223 …

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We wanna get Loaded - We wanna have a good time! On what is the second year closing anniversary of the seminal Bedford nightclub, we are pleased to announce that the team behind the Pad Saturday nights are back together …

ReLoaded – A Pad Party – Every First Saturday of the month Read More »

Firmly rooted in 60s/70s British blues but with influences ranging from the old blues to more recent US and British rock & blues, Thr3e do not try to fit into any 'genre'. They just write great songs about their world …

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Another Sky + Caro - Sunday 6th October - Bedford Esquires We're pleased to announce that Another Sky will be coming to Esquires in June. Ever since we saw their jaw dropping Jools Holland performance at the end of 2018, …

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We are very pleased to be bringing Valeras back to Esquires on Thursday 10th October, following their quite brilliant show here earlier in the year and a slew of major summer festivals under their belts. Tickets are £8 adv, on …

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From playing Sold out shows with Whitechapel and Skindred, levelling the Mainstage at UK Techfest, Touring with Martya Defiled and filling venues through out the UK And EU on their most recent tour. Borders come to Bedford bringing that very …

BORDERS // The Hero Dies First // Sentient // Glass Kingdom Read More »

This year will see the welcome return of Mad Dog Mcrea to the Esquires main stage, having put on one of the most energetic shows we've ever seen at the venue in November 2017. Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique …

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2019 is the 40th anniversary of Joy Divisions album Unknown pleasures. Transmission will be therefore playing the album in all its entirety as their first set, with a second set of the bands iconic classics Devoted to recreating the atmosphere …

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The Roar Club and Club Biscuit are pleased to confirm that CUT GLASS KINGS will be coming to Esquires on the 12th of October. The Stourbridge duo deal in scuzzy, fuzzed out rock'n'roll with debut single 'Shadow of Your Love' …

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Roadhouse play a South London twist on gothic Americana, the songs paint cinematic soundscapes and feature themes of desperation, film noir, loss of hope and redemption Achievements: - Have released 10 critically acclaimed CD's, their 11th CD, Dark Angel to …

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Mallory Knox Mallory Knox are an English alternative rock band from Cambridge. In 2013, they released their debut album Signals which reached #33 in the UK album charts. Their second album Asymmetry was released on 27 October 2014 and reached …

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The Dirty Strangers Carrying a torch for rootsy Rock'N'Roll as invented by Eddie Cochran, Gene Vincent & Chuck Berry, but laced with a little bit of Otis Redding Soul and a side order of Punk attitude. Arresting & Seductive, Its …

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We are extremely excited to announce that we have finally secured a date with a band we have been chasing for a very, very long time - HMLTD. A band that are very hard to pigeonhole, their creative output is …

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Extravaganza Bedford presents TWISTED CABARET, at Esquires on Friday the 18th of October 2019. 8pm- 12. We return to Esquires newly refurbished stage 2 in Bedford. Twisted Cabaret brings together top class performers from the UK burlesque, drag and live …

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EVENT CANCELLED - Refunds available from point of purchase. Quite simply one of our favourite bands, The Eskies return for what must be a record 5th year running, and for good reason - They're the most fun bands we put …

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The monthly tribute show at Esquires has a fine instalment for October 2019 as we welcome back to Bedford Esquires one of the UK's finest AC/DC Tribute Bands, Whole Lotta DC are an authentic representation of AC/DC. A thundering rhythm …

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FaceDown Musician/Band Fun, Engergetic pop punk Originaly formed in 2009 with Matt on vocals. The band reunited in 2018 to celebrate the tragically short life of our lead singer, brother and best friend. We will now continue to carry the …

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A laid back afternoon of top quality soul music in the company of Hammie & Geoff with top guests Lisa Wolverson & Mick Beeby

Beaty mix of New Orleans funk, swamp rock and Americana with jazz/blues tinges and other delights.. Band Members Mark - vocals and guitar, Tess - vocals and organ, Bob - pianos and vocals, Martyn - bass, Stew - guitar, Craig …

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FEET today announce their biggest headline tour to date, alongside the exciting return of the hilarious, and much missed FEET TV.Having just completed a two-week run of dates with Honeyblood around the UK.......AND announced they will be main support to …

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With special guest Evi Vine. Wayne Hussey's long awaited autobiography entitled Salad daze is scheduled for publication by Omnibus Press on 23rd May and to celebrate Wayne is setting out on a full European tour (including the UK) later this …

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We are pleased to announce the very welcome return of the legendary bluegrass kings, Hayseed Dixie! Hayseed Dixie began one innocent Summer day in 2000 when John Wheeler and Mike Daly drank roughly enough whiskey to float a battleship from …

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Catholic Action return to Bedford Esquires on Thursday the 24th of October after a series of brilliant performance here in 2017 and 2018. A product of Glasgow’s famously fertile music scene, Catholic Action are proof that they do indeed write …

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For fans of The National, Manchester Orchestra, Frightened Rabbit, Kings of Leon, Snow Patrol - BRIDGES create transatlantic, guitar driven music. A fresh line up and a new start in 2019. After years of relentlessly touring, supporting notable artists such …

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She Drew The Gun make impassioned, hypnotic and darkly ornate psych-pop built around the lyrically evocative songwriting of singer-guitarist Louisa Roach. Under the moniker She Drew The Gun, the Wirral native started playing solo gigs with a handful of songs …

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The Voodoo Sheiks are firmly based in the ‘British R&B’ camp with elements of American Blues. A mixture of original material and carefully selected covers form the basis of their albums and every live show! Their latest album ‘Unstoppable’, contains …

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THE CUREHEADS….VS…. SIOUXSIE & THE BUDGIEES Halloween Special – 8pm Friday 1st November, Main Stage Bedford Esquires + DJs spinning the best in 80’s & Alternative sounds until late 2am As part of Esquires monthly tribute club for May we …

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Halloween is nearly upon us once more, and the DJ teams from both The Pad and Esquires are teaming up for a very special event on Friday 1st November with a Halloween Silent Disco! The last 3 Silent Discos have …

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