Live and Local is a monthly gig night showcasing and celebrating North East artists and bands of all ages. Corduroy Boy: Corduroy Boy are a female-fronted DIY 5-piece, taking inspiration from high energy psych rock, groove focused alternative rock, and the dynamic textures found in modern post-punk. We came together with a shared interest in […]
The Bryan Adams Experience delivers a high‑energy, authentic tribute to one of rock’s most iconic performers. Recognised as Europe’s number one Bryan Adams tribute act, the band has been performing since 1997 and captures the sound, spirit, and stadium‑ready punch of classics like Summer of ’69, Run to You, and (Everything I Do) I Do […]
Like their Legendary forerunners The Eastside Torpedoes, the “Mighty” Smokin’ Spitfires deliver good-time, hard driving Soul and R’n’B Music. Whether it’s their Soul set of Sax/Atlantic covers with just a little Motown thrown into the mix – Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Sam and Dave, The Temptations, Curtis Mayfield and Ray Charles to name but a […]
Our monthly comedy night from Hilarity Bites Comedy Club with live standup comedians David Hadingham, Mike Milligan, and host Lee Kyle ▪️ David Hadingham Like a mad Phil Daniels, Dave Hadingham is a bulldog of a comedian, and the animal allegories don't stop there. In an affectionately, snarling, ranting and raving set, Dave is not […]
Gary Cain is a Canadian-born, UK-based guitarist, singer, and songwriter with one foot planted firmly in the blues, and the other foot planted in seemingly everything else. He’s been called “ridiculously talented” and a “jaw-dropper” by Blues Matters Magazine. His debut album led one reviewer to exclaim “Oh my God, can this guy play a guitar. […]
The UK's fastest rising Foo Fighters tribute lands at The Forum in Darlington to bring you an incredible evening of massive Foos hits! Expect explosive guitars and powerhouse vocals with a frontman that not only looks the part but matches the enthusiasm and energy of Grohl himself. They capture the spirit of Foo Fighters, as […]
Cross-genre punk rock is increasingly hard to ignore. With main stage appearances at notable festivals such as Slam Dunk, Beautiful Days and Rebellion, and extensive support from the likes of BBC Introducing and Radio X, the last two years have propelled MILLIE MANDERS AND THE SHUTUP into the public conscience and music industry at large. […]
Definitely Oasis deliver the swagger, sound, and attitude of Manchester’s finest with uncanny precision. From soaring anthems to raw, gritty classics, they recreate the full Oasis experience with stadium‑level energy and unmistakable Gallagher spirit. Perfect for anyone chasing that 90s Britpop buzz. Tickets £17 in advance Member Tickets On-sale Wednesday 7th Jan General Tickets On-sale […]
Gasto Promotions Presents: T-Rox are a superb authentic live tribute to the Glam Rock Era. The music was originally predominantly a tribute to Marc Bolan and T.Rex, but gradually they started introducing more hits of early seventies Glam Rock era, to give the show a more varied mix of music. The show now covers bands […]
Blackout the Arcade signifies the uprising of a new revelation within the Indie and Alternative music scene in the North-East of England; introducing a fusion of “no-nonsense” reverberant rock with psychedelic undertones, in a style not too dissimilar from the likes of The Killers and Catfish and the Bottlemen. In anticipation of their run of […]
Live and Local is a monthly gig night showcasing and celebrating North East artists and bands of all ages. Detonata: Coming together in March 2025 and hailing from Billingham in north east England, Detonata band, made up of Donovan Johnson (Vocals), Forrest Devine (Bass), Ryan Gibson (guitar), Joe Allison (Drums) and later Logan Walker ( […]
The Petty Heartbreakers is a celebration of the great Tom Petty, with and without The Heartbreakers and also Mudcrutch. From the first album in 1976 to 2017, covering the big hits and much more. The band have been playing the Forum almost annually for a number of years now and are the longest established tribute to […]
Formed in Birmingham in 2014 by acclaimed guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Jonathan Earp, Big Wolf Band have become one of the UK’s most respected and dynamic blues rock acts. Joined by Mick Jeynes (bass), Tim Jones (drums), Justin Johnson (guitar), and Arran Shangavi (keys), the band deliver explosive live performances full of raw emotion, musical […]
Get ready for a night of pure Welsh Rock as Stereosonics are back to take over The Forum once again! This brilliant band are the UK’s leading tribute to the Stereophonics, with a reputation for sold-out shows and a sound that is virtually indistinguishable from the original Welsh rockers. Join us for a night of […]
Hilarity Bites Comedy Club presents Elaine Robertson: Delulu Elaine is famous. Elaine is the worst person in the world. Elaine saw Bootsy Collins on a child’s bike outside a Dominoes in Gateshead* *None of these things are true. Elaine Robertson is Delulu. Delulu was Elaine Robertson’s debut Edinburgh Fringe solo show and won the ISH […]
The story of Smoove & Turrell began in the post millennium North East of England with a group of working class lads and a shared passion for soul. Their first track was the now classic ‘I Can’t Give You Up’ recorded at Mike Porter’s house as his Hammond Organ was immovably wedged in his utility […]
La Villa Strangiato is a originally Italian project born as a tribute to Rush, mainly to revive their music from the 70s and 80s, formed by Gabriele Ferrari in 2010. With the help of musician friends, they performed their first show in Rome in March 2011, dedicated to the album ‘Exit Stage Left’. After going […]
1984 return to the Forum with their electrifying electro pop show featuring massive synthesizer sounds, captivating visuals, and the amazingly versatile voice of Ed Blaney. Ed is joined by Ultimate Bowie alumnae, the brilliant Joe Hope on bass guitar and bass synths and vocals, the one and only “Duchess” on synthesizers and vocals and our […]
Gasto Promotions Presents: The Alchemy Pink Floyd Show Pink Floyd are one of the most influential bands on the planet, with popular hits such as Another Brick In The Wall, Wish You Were Here, Comfortably Numb and Money. Tickets £18.00 adv Doors From: 7:30PM Show Starts: 8:30PM (Approximately) 16+ (Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult) […]
Danny Bryant has been described by Planet Rock Radio as a "British Blues Legend" and by Blues patriarch Walter Trout as, “One of the best ever”, Danny has spent the last 20 years touring the world. With packed out club shows and world-famous festivals in China, the USA, Canada, Europe and all points in between! […]
For more than two decades, THE SMYTHS have been hailed as the world's most acclaimed live legacy band to The Smiths. Endorsed by each of The Smiths and their producer Stephen Street, the band has performed over 1000 shows across the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Brazil along with major festivals such as Glastonbury and the […]
Hilarity Bites Comedy Club presents Rachel Fairburn & Chris Cantrill: Work In Progress ▪️ Rachel Fairburn As seen on Live at the Apollo (BBC) Now based in London, and star of Live at the Apollo and Comedy Central Live, Rachel has been described by Rolling Stone as ‘very much the Rock ‘n’ Roll star of […]
North Riding are a North East England based Americana/folk band, featuring international award winning singer songwriter Hayley McKay and multi instrumentalist/ producer David Neil Crabtree. They are known for blending Americana roots with Tees Valley soul and have gained recognition on both sides of the Atlantic. 2025 saw the band playing the main stage of […]
The Polis are Scotland's No.1 Police tribute act. Performing an energetic and dynamic live set with all the urgency and angst of The Police at their very best. Join them on a journey from Roxanne to the iconic Every Breath You Take whilst along the way, taking time out for a few B-sides, classic album […]
Stockton based music artist Andrew Johnson has put together his first ever full band shows of original solo songs. Hardly a slacker in the output department he has written, recorded and released over 20 albums under his own name since 2003 (40+ if you include other guises). Drawing on a wide range of influences Andrew […]
We are delighted to welcome back to The Forum the fantastic NE STREET BAND with their full on Springsteen show! Expect a certain song about The US of A along with of course other iconic hits, big rock tracks, reworked acoustic versions, Seeger Sessions tracks & a few fan favourites & surprises along the way. […]
INXS UK – The INXS Tribute Show are the leading 6-piece British tribute to Australia’s finest musical export. After their first live shows in 2022, the band have thrived & managed to secure themselves some national festival dates (featuring some of the UK’s biggest tribute bands), prestigious north east gigs and even a support slot […]
We are happy to welcome back this powerhouse tribute to a woman who became the definitive voice of raw, alternative rock, the amazing, Alanis Morissette. alanis:Jagged Little Pill honour the legendary 95-96 Jagged Little Pill tour by bringing you a show with such accuracy that it looks, sounds, and feels exactly like the real thing, […]
An evening of extreme North East music: Old Corpse Road: Old Corpse Road have carved their name into the UK black metal scene by producing classic, yet unique British black metal based on the dark folklore of Britain. The Darlington based 5 piece formed in 2007 and take their name from a coffin road in […]
Now into their 17th year together The Southmartins return to The Forum, one of the first places they played early on, with their unique take on the hits and bits of The Beautiful South and the Housemartins. With an extra nod to the early days of the latter in the 40th anniversary year of The […]
London’s The Hanging Stars return with their sixth album, Just A Day – a dazzling collection of four-part harmonies, shimmering twelve-string guitars and chiming songs, touching on themes of longing, new beginnings and the fragility of the everyday. Recorded at Edwyn Collin’s legendary Clashnarrow Studios in the Scottish Highlands, the album marks a bold new […]
