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Diary Dates
The Soundhouse Summer Sessions – Every Saturday
The Soundhouse
The Soundhouse Summer Sessions are back every Saturday afternoon throughout the summer. Join them for an afternoon of outdoor music from some of the best local live acoustic acts, with free entry, outdoor stage, dog friendly and family friendly.
Sunday afternoon gigs at The Donkey
Another one for a sunny weekend, don’t miss the free Sunday afternoon gigs at The Donkey on Welford Road. Starting from 3pm, when it’s sunny the music will move to their outdoor stage so you can soak up the tunes and the sun with a few beers and a bite from their food menu.
James – Tuesday 4 July
De Montfort Hall
To celebrate the release of their new album, Be Opened By The Wonderful, James will be taking to De Montfort Hall’s stage with a 22 piece orchestra and an eight piece choir for a night of re-imagined hits. One of Britain’s most enduring success stories, James have released 16 studio albums, selling over 25 million copies with their recent run of Top Five albums proving to be a golden era for the band.
Drinks & James – Monday 10 July
The Shed
Don’t miss the regular open mic night at The Shed. Sign up to take part or go along to listen and enjoy special drinks offers on the night.
Gazelle – Saturday 15 July
Ole Moses Cabin
Gazelle are a foursome rock ‘n’ roll band from here in Leicester. Enjoy a Saturday night packed with big indie tunes and on stage energy.
Fun Lovin’ Criminals – Thursday 20 July
The Soundhouse
FLC are Europe’s best-loved “cousins from New York”, whip-smart story-tellers in smarter Saville Row suits who, through comically tall tales of living large in the neon metropolis via music, drugs, crime and existential ennui, launched a career in music. The band’s current lineup: Brian Fast Leiser on lead vocals, bass, keys, horns, harp and programming. Frank Benbini on drums, percussion and vocals. Naim Cortazzi on guitar and vocals.
Bombay Bicycle Club – Tuesday 17 October
O2 Academy 2
You won’t want to miss this very special album launch event with Bombay Bicycle Club. They’re playing an intimate show in celebration of their sixth studio album, ‘My Big Day’, which features collaborations with Damon Albarn, Nilüfer Yanya, Holly Humberstone and more. It’s the follow up to 2020’s ‘Everything Else Has Gone Wrong’.
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FOCUS ON: This Is How It Feels Festival
There’s a brand new festival coming to Leicester this year, as This Is How It Feels arrives at Leicester Forest Rugby Club on Saturday 8 July.
You can expect a mega line-up of tribute acts, bringing you a day packed full on your favourite hits. From Oasis to The Smiths, and UB40 to The Killers, some of the UK’s top tribute acts will be bringing the biggest sounds to the stage.
With a capacity of 3000, the event is set to offer even more than the live music. Visitors can expect to enjoy a range of outdoor bars, street food traders, a funfair and even a fireworks display to end the evening.
As well as the live bands, the organisers have also pulled together a line-up of DJs from your favourite Leicester venues. Playing a mix of house, funk & soul, old school hiphop, disco, and classic anthems, head to the DJ tent for mixes from Ojay (WePresent / 39 Steps), Fitz (Lizard Lounge), Kane Toddler (RBar), Wilko (Waikiki), Soul Dfect (Ronnie Roos), Spenola Martinez (SONiDO).
Tickets are selling fast, with VIP options already all snapped up. Final release general sale tickets are on sale now priced at £30, with under 16s just £10.
Tickets are on sale now from Skiddle. Leicester Forest Rugby Club is located on Hinckley Road.
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WEEKLY PLAYLIST
Check out this week’s playlist to discover some of the best acts across Leicester at the moment.
Have a listen and get in touch to tell us which tracks you’re loving.