Events

Raw electric blues. Raucous, punchy rocking blues as nature intended, with a mixture of classic blues covers and their own material, The Wang Dang Doodle never fail to entertain.

Hollow Promotions, Luton Live/s in association with Bedford Esquires presents Metal Nights: Harbinger Plus support Hailing from London Harbinger are a tech metal band teaming with riffs, beatdowns and thought provoking lyrics who are about to light a spark in …

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2 Tone All Ska's – Return to Bedford Esquires, Friday 15th Feb - This 6 piece Ska band cover the best in Madness, The Specials, Bad Manners and Trojan records classics – The band packed out the venue on their …

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Once again, Bedford ROCKS is delighted to announce we're teaming up with Bedford Esquires and Musicians Against Homelessness to raise much needed funds for the most vulnerable in our society. We will also be holding a charity auction at the …

Musicians Against Homelessness Bedford 16/2/2019 Read More »

BRAND NEW SHOW: The Rock n' Roll Cabaret show This promises to leave you amazed and dazzled by the imagination of this spectacular event of Live Music, Burlesque, Drag, and Cabaret. Dress to impress 60’s and glamour. BEDFORD ESQUIRES Saturday …

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Carl Linnett,Mike Mackecknie,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

Blackballed are a full tilt powerhouse with a ton of passion and style. Fusing all the best ingredients from rock, blues and psychedelic soulfulness Building on an ever increasing fanbase and powering on from strength to strength. With an EP, …

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Ryan Roxie - vocalist, guitarist and songwriter best known as Alice Cooper’s longtime lead guitarist and collaborator, has also worked with Slash’s Snakepit (Aint Life Grand) and Gilby Clarke. He also was a member of Electric Angels and a member …

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Going back to our roots for one night only! A good old fashioned rave up - taking you back to those heady days!! Strictly dance music for those that remember! With special guest BRANDON BLOCK

The start of a regular Sunday night 'Queens of the Next Age' showcase of female rock talent across the UK... INDYA a Glam Rock/ Metal band from Brighton Having been Influenced by the likes of Joan Jett, Marilyn Manson, Deep …

Indya with special guests Desensitised Read More »

When we were offered a red hot band at short notice, we just couldn't say no, so we can confirm FEET will be playing Esquires on Sunday the 24th of February! A five piece from Coventry 'making wonky Britpop for …

Feet & 10,000 Hours & The Courts Read More »

Sometimes you just have to rip it up and start again. Come early 2017, Fatherson comprised of vocalist/guitarist Ross Leighton bassist Marc Strain and drummer Greg Walkinshaw found themselves at a turning point. Digging up their roots and decanting to …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com The Orielles + Guests - Friday 1st March 2019 - Bedford Esquires 2018 has been some year for The Oreilles. Having started it as one of the most talked about new band’s in the U.K. thanks …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com Seán McGowan + Guests - Friday 1st March - Bedford Esquires The ever-grafting son of the smith, Seán McGowan, is barrelling into 2019 via his favourite place: the road. With 2018 an indelible highlight and highpoint …

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Formed in 1987, Ned’s Atomic Dustbin quickly built a huge fan base after playing lively shows in their hometown and following a national tour as support band with The Wonder Stuff, they achieved a Number 1 hit in the Indie …

Neds Atomic Dustbin (Acoustic) + Simon Hinkler & Luke James Williams Read More »

The Bedford Blues Band that Refuse to grow old

Beaty mix of New Orleans funk, swamp rock and Americana with jazz/blues tinges and other delights..

'(Wonk Unit) have managed the almost impossible task of having found their own sound.It's punk son, but not as we know it'.Eugene Butcher (Big Cheese) Hello. I am Alex Wonk. I started Wonk Unit because i like to make music. …

Wonk Unit plus special guests Now’s the Time Read More »

The first of our March Spring showcase nights bringing 3 new bands to the bar: Crash Induction Danger of Drowning and Disparage

CODA - a Tribute to Led Zeppelin are the most exciting and authentic tribute to Led Zeppelin and this year they are celebrating 50 years of Led Zeppelin throughout 2019. Their tour stops off in Bedford on Saturday 9th March …

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The Second of our March Spring Showcase nights. A top line up with the return of SOURDOUGH and introducing Dirty Rose and Bipolar Bears

Roadhouse was formed in 1991 by Gary Boner, ably assisted throughout by the driving bass of Bill Hobley and the powerful drumming of Roger Hunt. Seizing on an eclectic mix of influences from Lynyrd Skynyrd to Creedence Clearwater Revival, the …

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The 3rd of our March Spring showcase nights sees the welcome return of Bad Racket with strong support from The Other Ones and Skirt Music

FOOTLOOSE 80S BEDFORD FRI 15TH MARCH | ESQUIRES We're bringing our most excellent 80s party FOOTLOOSE to Bedford after 3 years of sellout parties in Northampton!! A night of the biggest pop hits and anthems from the decade that brought …

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Mad Mods & Englishmen Live at Holy Moly’s. Bedford Esquires, 8pm, Sat 16th March 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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2 great acts,both making their Esquires debut at the 4th March Spring Showcase: Steve Winch & The Inception and Surrender The Night. Steve Winch & The Inception are a retro-tinged, high-octane shot of adrenaline inspired by mod fashion, punk attitude …

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Crazyhead, one of the finest bands of the late 80's bring there unique Garage punk rock n roll sound to Bedford Esquires ! Reformed last year after 18 years they played a handful of shows including the indie daze festival …

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The Burke Brothers, Liam and James host their friends 'Coarse' and James Smith on what promises to be a lively entertaining night.

A cracking little line up in the bar on this Saturday night. The welcome return of both FaceDown and The Dead Melody and the debut of Jeana

The V.I.Peas have a superb mixture of pop, rock and soul, with the wide ranging repertoire delivered with stunning vocals and breathtaking musicianship, designed to appeal to all ages and guaranteed to have everyone on the dance floor busting some …

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Our Second 'Queens of the Next Age' show brings the charismatic Guttfull and their sax punk sound to Bedford Esquires Queercore sax punx from Esher. Debut album ‘Tits and Nails’ out now – https://open.spotify.com/album/6GeeqanXUW'energetic numbers reminiscent of Bikini Kill if they …

Guttfull + Fyzz Wallis Band Read More »

The Dualers – Up close and personal Ft Tyber & Peter 7.30pm, Thursday 28th March, Esquires, Bedford The Dualers Duo (Tyber & Pete) return to Esquires after their sold out show in 2018! The Dualers are Britain’s much loved Ska …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com Henge + Guests - Friday 29th March - Bedford Esquires ATTENTION EARTH! THIS IS HENGE. WE COME IN THE NAME OF RAVE. WE BRING YOU THE GIFT OF COSMIC DROSS - A KIND OF MUSIC NEW …

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The Welcome return of the Ben Poole band to room 2 (Holy Moly's) ’Guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, Ben Poole is at the forefront of the European Blues/Rock/Soul movement, a name that has grown from strength to strength since he burst …

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Back in the 90s, the two pop-punk titans - Green Day & Blink 182 brought punk into the mainstream with their eponymous 'Dookie' and 'Enema of the State' albums. To celebrate the 25th and 20th Anniversaries of these albums - …

Green Haze + One Eighty Two / Dookie vs Enema of The State Read More »

Rock n' blues quartet from the Bedfordshire/Northamptonshire area. Playing a mix of originals and covers from the likes of Jimi, Rory, Cream, Trower and Free

The Slow Readers Club are a Mancunian four piece who specialise in epic guitar-electro pop. Regularly selling out huge venues in their native North West, including the 4000 capacity Manchester Apollo, we are delighted to bring them to the slightly …

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GAZ BROOKFIELD + Special guests Friday 5th April - Holy Molys (Room 2) - Esquires Gaz Brookfield is a solo acoustic musician based in Bristol. Since winning Acoustic magazine’s 2010 Singer Songwriter of the year, he has spent his time …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs - Saturday 6th April - Bedford Esquires. One of our favourite new bands are coming to play for us, what more could we want?! Pigs x7 are a glorious …

Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs + Guests – SOLD OUT. Read More »

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com Sound of the Sirens + Guests - Saturday 6th April - Holy Molys, Esquires West Country folk-rock duo Sound Of The Sirens have announced their new album, This Time, out January 25th via DMF Records, as well …

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Southbound, the upcoming blues-rock band based in London, are kicking up quite a storm. Bringing an exclusive take on British Blues, audiences are enthralled by the unique sounds and grooves that the band create on stage which has helped to …

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LONDON CALLING - The UK's premier tribute to The Clash Sat 13th April 2019 at Bedford Esquires Website www.londoncallingband.com Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=9wCAOS-F9A4 LONDON CALLING In 1979, The Clash released their third album ‘London Calling’. Produced by Guy Stevens and Mick Jones …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com BAD MANNERS + Guests - Thursday 18th April - Bedford Esquires The mighty Bad Manners return to the main stage at Esquires on Thursday 18th April! The band quickly became the novelty favourites of the Ska …

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We welcome the return of Noble Jacks to Esquires, having supported The Eskies in November 2018 on our main stage. With the fiddle leading the charge, Noble Jacks are out to take no prisoners with their high-energy footstompin’ rhythms, which …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com The Christians + Guests - Friday 19th April - Bedford Esquires Renowned for an endless string of soulful yet socially aware hits ...Forgotten Town, Ideal World, Born Again, Harvest for the World, Whats in a Word, …

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Formed in the early 90's, Republica have achieved sales of over 3 Million Albums going Top 5 in UK, US and Europe and achieving Platinum Sales Worldwide. The track ‘Ready To Go’ went to No. 1 in 18 countries and …

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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.

“Teenage Werewolves”, the worlds best CRAMPS tribute, pick up where the wild & wackiest of them all, “The Cramps” left off. After the death of rock’s most-uninhibited singer Lux Interior in 2009, the Teenage Werewolves were born by animated singer …

Teenage Werewolves (Cramps Tribute) + Mutant Movement Dance Party Read More »

'Probably the most under-rated electronic act of all time.' Moby British electronic band Blancmange first broke through in the early 80s with their mix of synthesizers and surrealism, fused in groundbreaking singles such as 'Feel Me', 'Living On The Ceiling', 'Blind …

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BIG COUNTRY + guests 35TH ANNIVERSARY OF STEELTOWN 1984 - 2019 8PM, FRIDAY 26TH APRIL, BEDFORD ESQUIRES Following a packed out show at the Bedford Corn Exchange we are bringing Big Country back to Bedford Esquires for a more intimate …

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Frequently, bands get back together with dodgy motivations or to underwhelming results. Sometimes, though, they come back stronger, more compelling and completely reinvigorated. Following on from their 2011 break-up, UK quintet Brigade definitely fall into this latter category with their …

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THE PAD PRESENTS www.thepadpresents.com The Creepshow + The Zipheads - Saturday 27th April 2019 We're dead chuffed to be welcoming the return of Canadian “horror punk pyschobilly garage-rock” 5 piece The Creepshow back to Esquires, after they played one of …

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The Roar Club & The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com BLACK HONEY + Chappaqua Wrestling - Monday 29th April - Bedford Esquires We are thrilled to announce that Black Honey are returning to Esquires at the end of April as part of …

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Raising money for St John’s school in Kempston!

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com The Alabama 3 (Acoustic) - Friday 3rd May - Bedford Esquires We can't wait to welcome Alabama 3 back to Esquires, their show back in 2017 was one of the highlights of the entire year! Heeding …

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We are incredibly excited to be bringing one of the best live bands we saw in 2018 to Esquires. Playing in Room 2 they fuse Soul, Northern Soul and Mod music to produce an incredible live show. Supported by Northampton's …

Men of North Country + The Keepers Read More »

Join Cherry and some of her band in Holy Moly's as they play this special show performing tracks from their second album Southbound Train celebrating 10 years since it's release. You can send your Southbound Train requests to cherry@cherryleemewis.com

On Saturday 4th May, we are pleased to welcome the return of UK Subs to Bedford Esquires! A British Punk institution, the bands regularly sell out across shows across the globe and come to us as part of their UK …

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It's come round to the time of year again when we raise a glass (or 2) to Bedford's Mr Music,Mr Sid Worth.Sid's old band The A band will be playing an introducing many special guests including Fran Pegg and Pete …

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An afternoon of top quality soul music with Tom Page & Alan Leighton plus Paul Munford added to line up and Hammie and Geoff with like minded people

When Tim Burgess recommends a band, you sit up and take notice. That is how FRANKIIE came to the attention of The Roar Club and Club Biscuit, who are bringing the Canadian dream rock outfit to Esquires on the 6th …

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One of the biggest bands of the noughties hit Esquires on Tuesday 7th May, with Wheatus returning to our main stage for a headline show as part of their UK tour. Formed in New York in 1995, the band rose …

Wheatus on the Main Stage at Bedford Esquires Read More »

Sex Gang Children original members come together for a celebration of their 1983 seminal album Song and Legend. SGC will be performing the Song and Legend album in its entirety, up close and personal. There will be a merch table …

Sex Gang Children – Electric Jezebel Tour. Read More »

Lotus Eater and Modern error bring their Co-Headline tour to Bedford Esquires this June in Support of their new records 'Social hazard' by Lotus Eater and 'Lost In The Noise' by Modern Error. Both bands will be gracing Esquires for …

Lotus Eater // Modern Error // Scolds // MSRY // Darkest Days Read More »

FoodDrunk is returning to Bedford Esquires on Saturday 1st June! Bedford's first street food festival took place here in 2017 and returns bigger and better for 2019 with the added bonus of some amazing bands, artists and DJs, all blended …

Food Drunk 04 Street Food + Beer Fest +Blender Record Shop Read More »

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.

Following sell-out performances at Esquires in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018, The Smyths will be coming 'back to the old house' on Friday the 10th of May 2019. More than a mere tribute band, The Smyths are a joyous celebration …

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2 Great acts return to Danny's Bar We Are GIANTS Band · Northampton, Northamptonshire 'We are GIANTS' are a hard hitting, originals band from Northamptonshire! Despite being a 3 piece, they are known for their HUGE sound and quirky style! …

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Lucy Spraggan + Emma McGrath - Saturday 11th May 2019 - Bedford Esquires If 2018 is anywhere near as eventful as the previous year, Lucy Spraggan is set for an interesting 12 months.The singer-songwriter netted her fourth top 40 album …

* Sold Out* Lucy Spraggan + Emma McGrath – Read More »

Bedford based Blues/Rock band that refuses to grow old

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com Mini Mansions + Sons of Raphael + Butterfly - Thursday 16th May - Bedford Esquires We are very pleased to announce that Mini Mansions will be headlining Esquires on Thursday 16th May, following their arena support …

Mini Mansions // Sons of Raphael // Butterfly Read More »

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.

When Average sex played Esquires recently supporting Tim Burgess, we fell for them hard. Buzzsaw indie pop that falls somewhere between The Ramones, Britpop and The Primitives, and in singer Laetitia Bocquet they have a genuine superstar in their midsts. …

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We Are Not Devo - Friday 17th May - Bedford Esquires We love Devo. We're never going to be able to book Devo. So we are putting on the next best thing for a night of potato based musical wonderment …

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Roll up to the Friday Night Blender party on May 17th 2019 at Danny's Bar Esquires, Bedford. We're joined by: easydread Banton The Reformers DJ Armands Melkis - Holding down the decks all night

“DADDY LONG LEGS takes the blues and turns them inside out, upside down, round about and renews their primal energy. My favorite rompin’ stompin’ New York band of the moment.” -Lenny Kay "…like Chicago blues fired at the moon, played …

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One of the most pioneering acts in dance music history The Orb are bringing part 2 of their 30th Anniversary out on the road. To celebrate, the legendary outfit are heading out on the second part of a special tour …

Sold Out – The Orb – 30th Anniversary Tour Read More »

The Denny McCaffrey Band is a 10 piece outfit which was created to perform tracks from Denny's catalouge with the help of fabulous chosen musicians and singers who were keen to share the experience. they play Soul Jazz and Funk.

The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com ChameleonsVox + Guests / Wednesday 22nd May / Bedford Esquires - Strange Times Tour The Chameleons (vox) is the continuation of The Chameleons UK, arguably the most widely influential guitar band ever to come out of …

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The Pad Presents www.thepadpresents.com KATE TEMPEST + Guests - Thursday 23rd May - Bedford Esquires To say we are excited about this event would be a massive understatement - One of our favourite artists is coming to the venue for …

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Way back when, during the 'Rise of the Machine' some time in the spring of 1981, Rockin' Kurt and his Saur Krauts started pounding the well-rotten boards of the London Rock'n'Roll clubs and pubs. Initially the line up consisted of Jeff Harvey …

King Kurt + special guests The Hillmans Read More »

“The best club in the UK for future rock & roll stars” Noel Gallagher LIVE The Mysterines "Liverpool, a breeding ground of uniquely special bands, has done it again" The Barratts MONARCHS The Dollymops This Feeling DJs play...��Arctic Monkeys, The …

This Feeling – Bedford w/ The Mysterines, The Barratts + more Read More »

TWISTED WHEEL ‘The Nomad Hat Tour’ + guests + The Quids 8pm Bedford Esquires, Saturday 25th May For Twisted Wheel, redemption and revival is not a religious concept but a CV. Born in the backwaters of Saddleworth in 2007, the …

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Two great live acts playing in Danny's Bar on our 29th Anniversary The Troubled Bones and The Maybz Free Admission.

Rounding off Esquires 29th Anniversary Weekend.A welcome return from Full Circle. 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 …

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A Charity event in aid of St John's School in Kempston. A fantastic line up: The Long Walk The Workshop Boys The Quids Wenz Day Carlos Linnett Domenico Borremeo

The Roar Club and Club Biscuit are delighted to be bringing one of their all time favourite bands, ART BRUT (Top of the Pops!) back to Bedford Esquires on Friday the 31st May 2019. Art Brut are one of those …

Art Brut + Ed Borrie (S*M*A*S*H*) Read More »

Two great acts 'Jade Green and the Blood Kings' and 'Mundays',both making their Esquires Debut in the bar

So what is this... Then? Vice City is a DJ based club night paying homage to the greats from the 70s and 80s. At around midnight, when everyone has just about arrived, we play nothing but the artist that the …

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FoodDrunk 004 FoodDrunk is returning to Bedford Esquires on Saturday 1st June! Bedford's first street food festival took place here in 2017 and returns bigger and better for 2019 with the added bonus of some amazing bands, artists and DJs, …

FoodDrunk 004: Street food & beer fest + Blender record shop Read More »

The x-certs are a Herts-based covers band playing new-wave, power-pop and classic rock from the 60s, 70s and 80s. We play the music we love and it shows.

Another Sky + Guests - Wednesday 5th June - 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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Bedford Esquires, Hollow promotions and Luton Live/s, in association with United Talent and Coda Agency, proudly Presents Metal Nights at Esquires Louts Eater and Modern Error Plus Support Lotus Eater and Modern error bring their Co-Headline tour to Bedford Esquires …

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Honeyblood’s third album sees Stina Tweeddale finding her most ambitious form and steely focus yet. Three albums in she has stepped forward to finally claim the mantle of the project she birthed seven years ago as a her sole vision. …

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SHOWCASE LINE UP - DOORS 7PM 7.30 – 8 – THE GREAT FLUD The Great Flud are a 5 piece Alt Rock band from London with some original Bedford connections bringing back the sound of the 80’s in to the …

Showcase Night : Naked Next Door // Basement Strippers // Phantom Isle // The Great Flud Read More »

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 …

Doctor and the Medics + The Metatrons + Little Chino Read More »

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 …

Actors // Empathy Test // New Blood Tour Read More »

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 …

Just Roll – Drum & Bass w/ LNO & Sub-Antics Read More »

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 …

Tokyo Tabu // Disensitised // Neverlanded // Hot Sauce Pony Read More »

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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