HED presents:

Rook & The Ravens // UHR // Ahmed & The Romans // House of Wolves // FirstnameFrank

Sunday 30th April from 6pm

The Ferret, Preston

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HED has put together a special concoction of musical treats as both a thank you and a celebration of the success of the recent "Save The Ferret" fundraising campaign. It was such an uplifting experience to see the community come together over the last few months. So, for this show we have invited back five of the acts who supported the campaign to make one big humdinger of a line-up.

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BUY TICKETS HERE: http://skiddle.com/e/36338507

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ROOK & THE RAVENS

https://www.facebook.com/rookandtheravens/

Rook & The Ravens have toured far and wide, from Dublin in Ireland to Dublin in California, from Nashville Tennessee to Saltburn-by-the-Sea. Doing so they've kept a loyal fan base and remained proudly independent. "Their three-part harmonies are on par with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Newer songs rival Bends-era Radiohead and rock harder than early Queen. What other band can do all that and still sound at least as contemporary as Alt-J and Fleet Foxes?"

UHR

https://uhr-fyi.bandcamp.com/

Uhr describe themselves as "Antifreeze to the windshield of your heart, a bag full of children's wishes thrown into an incinerator made of bulls." In other words, they are dead good!

AHMED & THE ROMANS

https://www.facebook.com/ahmedandtheromans/

The son of the Egyptian James Brown and 3 Italians pieced together from the bowels of the old empire. A real treat, a real sonic treat to bite into.

HOUSE OF WOLVES

https://www.facebook.com/HouseOfWolvesTheBand

House of Wolves embody the classic rock style that has evolved since the late 70s. They do it in such a way that isn’t a mimicking or rehashing of that classic style. 

FIRSTNAMEFRANK

https://firstnamefrank.bandcamp.com/

A man, a piano & some great songs: FirstnameFrank. He delighted The Ferret crowd at the recent Badly Drawn Boy show with a sublime support set of superlative song writing.

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From early til late we will also have the marvellous Hazel playing tunes for your ears. Expect a mix of grunge, rock, blues, psychedelic rock and other things e.g. The Sheepdogs, Wooden Shjips, Faith No More, Neil Young, Wolf People, DEVO, Queens of the Stone Age, Mad Season, Mark Lanegan, Kurt Vile, Freddie King, etc.

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All takes place on Sunday 30th April at The Ferret, Preston.

Doors at 6pm. £6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

See you at the bar!

HED x 

For our final #SaveTheFerret show we welcome Manchester's psychedelic surf rock, electro-pop, fuzzed up punk funk & cosmic gospel-tinged folk 7-piece HEAVY SALAD! Plus an array of special guests...

The Ferret presents:

A #SaveTheFerret Sunday Show

with

HEAVY SALAD

+ Pyncher, Happy Athletic, Rude Films & Turning Jade

Sunday 26th March | Doors open 6pm

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

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HEAVY SALAD:

Heavy Salad create a melting pot of highly melodic, psychedelic music infused with the bands eclectic love of surf rock, electro-pop, fuzzed up punk funk and cosmic gospel-tinged folk.

Formed in Manchester by Lee Mann (live bassist with The Moonlandingz), Rob Glennie on guitar and Allan Hutchison on drums, the band quickly expanded with the addition of 'The Priestesses' Ally Boo, Esther and Lucy adding their unique and soulful vocals to the mix with Oscar Remers-Tootle completing the line up on guitar / vocals /synth.

Heavy Salad have now finished work on their second LP recorded with producers Christophe Bride in Manchester and in London with Stephen Street (Blur / The Smiths). Working with cult Manchester artist Stan Chow the band released 3 brand new singles in 2022 with the album dropping in Spring 2023.

Heavy Salad works in the space between perceived reality and the abyss of your mind...

PYNCHER:

pyncher are the very best of the Manchester underground, moody and playful post punk that's begun to delight ears nationwide. 
 This radio 6 featured outfit brings to life Ennio Morricone riffs and twangs with their new EP Chew receiving praise from NME and beyond. Having only been gigging for a year, this young band have shot themselves into the limelight of the Manchester music scene, and are starting to make a name for themselves in London as well, after being invited by Damien Hirst to play The Troubador.

HAPPY ATHLETIC:

Self-driven, Self-funded and self-deprecating. Happy Athletic is a four-piece alternative indie band formed in the north west of England. Drawing inspiration predominantly from American indie bands. Blending tear in your beer lyrics with jangly guitar riffs that propulsively drives their songcraft.

RUDE FILMS:

From Manchester. Rude Films' dreary, melancholic sound is a sonic reflection of their bleak surroundings.

TURNING JADE:

Turning Jade are a 3-piece alt-rock band based in Preston, UK. Turning Jade have performed at The Ferret at previous open mic’s and with the UCLan Music Live events, and will be supporting us in the #SaveTheFerret endeavour!

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The Ferret presents:

A #SaveTheFerret Sunday Show

with

HEAVY SALAD

+ Pyncher, Happy Athletic, Rude Films & Turning Jade

Sunday 26th March | Doors open 6pm

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/36316884

HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

Wyres // Building Giants // Sky Valley Mistress // Bloodmeridian

Saturday 25th March from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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Last month the three HED fundraisers raised a combined total of £6,450. But we're not gonna stop there! In 2023 HED will continue to bring you a series of fundraisers with 100% of all ticket sale revenue going to the "Save The Ferret" fund. Please support these events and help save the Ferret! 

NOTE: THE FIRST 70 ADVANCE TICKETS SOLD FOR THIS EVENT WILL BE MATCHED WITH AN EQUAL DONATION. SO PLEASE, BUY AN ADVANCE TICKET!

WYRES

https://www.facebook.com/wearewyres

Wyres are a melodic punk rock four-piece wth Myspace-era vibes (featuring former members of Preston band "Failsafe"). Formed at the worst time in history to start a band (March 2020), song ideas flew back and forth over WhatsApp during lockdowns - with 24 home-recorded demos emerging. The aim was to capture a sound that's melodic punk at heart while still raw around the edges - in the vein of Hot Water Music, Rise Against, Alkaline Trio, Bayside, and Beatsteaks. Members of the band also played in Failsafe. They released debut single "CIRCLES" in early 2022 and have a new EP "Northern Lights" out in 2023.

BUILDING GIANTS

https://www.facebook.com/BuildingGiantsOfficial

Building Giants have attracted a loyal fanbase in the North and used the covid era as an opportunity to take a step back, recalibrate, modernise and transform their sound, working with Grammy award winning producer, Adrian Bushby, to bring a whole host of new noises to the masses in Winter 2022. The first new single 'Computer Rebuter' has been streamed over 100,000 times on Spotify alone.

SKY VALLEY MISTRESS

https://www.facebook.com/skyvalleymistress

Sky Valley Mistress finally return to the stage to break it down again. Like an adrenaline shot in the hands of John Travolta, Sky Valley Mistress' line up has been slicked back and is more potent and concentrated than it ever was. Ready to hit you in the chest with a sound that will make you feel electrified, sexualised and spiritualised, there won't be any let up from this celestial comedown. With a revived set of alternate arrangements and fresh jams, Sky Valley Mistress are ready to walk among mortals once more.

BLOODMERIDIAN

https://www.facebook.com/bloodmeridianuk

Bloodmeridian are a heavy rock band with a recently released debut album titled "This Is What Dying Is" featuring members from former bands March and Sometime The Wolf.

TIN GODS

Opening the night we have special guests and local legends Tin Gods: an indie rock band who dominated the 90’s with their catchy melodies. After a 15 year hiatus they have reformed with some new songs to bring to the party for this final HED fundraiser.

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All takes place on Saturday 25th March at The Ferret, Preston.

Doors at 7pm. £6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double if you wish!

Buy tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36278962

See you there hopefully! 

HED x

Madhouse Promotions present a Rock & Metal #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser with:

Another Thursday // Reborn Generation // The Island // Black Eddy

Saturday 18th March from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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The #SaveTheFerret crowdfunder has a new, very achievable target of £45,000! To help us reach that target before the final deadline of 30th March, we bring you a final series of fundraisers with 100% of all ticket sales revenue going to the 'Save The Ferret' fund.

ANOTHER THURSDAY

REBORN GENERATION

THE ISLAND

BLACK EDDY

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SATURDAY 18TH MARCH

DOORS 7PM

Doors at 7pm. £5 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £10 ticket to donate double if you wish!

TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/36314856

All ticket funds to the #SaveTheFerret campaign.

See you there!

The Ferret

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The Ferret presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser:

The Battery Farm // LEFT // Idle Hours // Moby Dickless // Red Clogs

Friday 17th March from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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The #SaveTheFerret crowdfunder has a new, very achievable target of £45,000! To help us reach that target before the final deadline of 30th March, we bring you a final series of fundraisers with 100% of all ticket sales revenue going to the 'Save The Ferret' fund.

THE BATTERY FARM

Furious-maudlin-sardonic punk-tinged shitstorm from the North of England. A Gutter Punk four-piece from Manchester playing visceral, punishing music. A guttural cry against a violent world, whose songs are borne of that violence. Life's a battery farm. It's a sick, sick world.

LEFT

With songs about Snapchat filters, narcissism, toxic masculinity, Piers Morgan and, er, terrifying children with the image of hell, LEFT, described as “noisy buggers” by those who’ve seen them, bring a chaotic show every time they play.

IDLE HOURS

Heavily influenced by the likes of Blur and Ulrika Spacek, Manchester's Idle Hours' garage rock sensibilities have already culminated in slots alongside acts including The Lounge Society, Keg, The Rills and Silverbacks, with several of their own sold-out hometown shows ticked off.

MOBY DICKLESS

Laced with unchained harmonies and vivid story telling, Moby Dickless are a band set on breaking the mould. Gigging on the Manchester circuit, the trio have established a reputable, highly energetic and immersive live performance in which they challenge the very definition of genre. Their previous two releases have explored a bold blend of Jazz, Punk and Trip-Hop with future endeavours promising to push the boundaries further than ever before

RED CLOGS

Three piece rock band from Wigan. Debut EP 'Graft' available on all streaming platforms. 

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FRIDAY 17TH MARCH

DOORS 7PM

Doors at 7pm. £5 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £10 ticket to donate double if you wish!

TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/36312692

All ticket funds to the #SaveTheFerret campaign.

See you there!

The Ferret

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HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

The Empire Police // Haig // Jekyll // House Of Wolves

Saturday 11th March from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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Last month the three HED fundraisers raised a combined total of £6,450. But we're not gonna stop there! In 2023 HED will continue to bring you a series of fundraisers with 100% of all ticket sale revenue going to the "Save The Ferret" fund. Please support these events and help save the Ferret! 

NOTE: THE FIRST 70 ADVANCE TICKETS SOLD FOR THIS EVENT WILL BE MATCHED WITH AN EQUAL DONATION. SO PLEASE, BUY AN ADVANCE TICKET!

THE EMPIRE POLICE

https://www.facebook.com/theempirepolice

The Empire Police have supported the liked of Cabbage, Twisted Wheel, INHEAVEN, Trampolene and The Sherlocks. They continue to establish themselves as a must-see live act with gigs across the North of England. Described by Tom Robinson of BBC 6 music as 'completely extraordinary'. 

HAIG

https://www.facebook.com/HAiGband

A ferocious three piece rock band that explodes out the blocks like a giant confetti cannon spreading their contents of anthemic guitar hooks, haymaking drum and bass and beer raising choruses.

JEKYLL

https://www.facebook.com/Jekyllband

Likened to artists such as Muse, Radiohead, Placebo, Smashing Pumpkins, Editors and Depeche Mode, Jekyll have received extensive radio airplay, recorded live sessions for BBC Radio 1/Huw Stephens and appeared at the likes of the Great Escape Festival and SXSW 2022 in Austin, Texas.

HOUSE OF WOLVES

https://www.facebook.com/HouseOfWolvesTheBand

House of Wolves embody the classic rock style that has evolved since the late 70s. They do it in such a way that isn’t a mimicking or rehashing of that classic style. An already incredibly refined sound means this band are ones to watch.

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All takes place on Saturday 11th March at The Ferret, Preston.

Doors at 7pm. £6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double if you wish!

Buy tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36277350

See you there hopefully! 

HED x

Coming to The Ferret this March,

DUBINSKI

with special guests REVIVALRY + WINO + PICTURE NOVA

Fri 10th March from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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The bonds that hold Dubinski in place are unbreakable. Four brothers who’ve literally been through everything together - from childhood through adolescence, success and grief – using music as the gel to hold them in place. Brought up in rural Scotland - Glenlivet in Speyside, to be precise - but with deep roots in North Yorkshire, their songs could only come from a place of complete trust, shared adventure, and total abandon. And the musical result of this familial experience: it’s rock meets pop, delivered in a manner that’s uniquely theirs - high energy bangers interspersed with introspective repose, all delivered with electronic production in an organic setting. Dubinski are making 21st century anthems, and it’s time for the world to listen.

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Taken as a whole, Dubinski’s debut album is a shattering, cathartic experience. It’s a record fueled by brotherhood and trust, by loss and the empowering impact of communal emotion. More than anything else, it’s a launching point, a marker of the sheer will that has dragged Dubinski from the Highlands of Scotland out into the bigger world. “I sometimes wonder what the hell we would be doing if we didn't have a band,” Eoin muses. “It’s the umbilical cord that keeps us all together.” 

REVIVALRY

Revivalry are an indie rock band with members from Louth and Cleethorpes, Lincolnshire, UK. They burst onto the local scene in 2019 with their original track “Bullet.

The band cite the main influencers for their own music as Arctic Monkeys as well as Welsh Indie Rockers, Catfish and the Bottlemen.

WINO 

Singer songwriter, producer and multi instrumentalist from the North of England, Bradford. Having played in bands for most of his life, most notably the band FLING. Jack became more involved in bedroom producing with the help of synths and drum machines. 

PICTURE NOVA 

Picturenova are a new wave indie rock band based in Manchester. Songs of head bops and mosh pits. With; Vocals/Rhythm: Arthur Baker, Lead Guitar: Daneel Selley, Bass: Callum Smith, Drums: Brad Hughes, are Picturenova.

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36263355

HED presents a six act spectacular #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

Cut // Baboon // Ahmed & the Romans // Jackpot Golden Boys // Zvilnik // Polypores

Saturday 4th March from 6pm

The Ferret, Preston

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Last month the three HED fundraisers raised a combined total of £6,450. But we're not gonna stop there! In 2023 HED will continue to bring you a series of fundraisers with 100% of all ticket sale revenue going to the "Save The Ferret" fund. Please support these events and help save the Ferret! 

CUT (from Italy)

https://www.facebook.com/SoundofCUT

Italians "Cut" play a dark, groove-filled brand of garage noise rock that brings The Fall and The Stooges to mind in equal measure. Every song is a riotous adrenaline-sodden rocker in which Cut leave not one second unfulfilled or unexplored. This is rock music to be savoured and can be described as "John Lee Hooker stuck in a post-punk straitjacket".

BABOON

https://www.facebook.com/lookatbaboon

That Preston band in masks. No, the other one. From sea shanties to glam-rock synth freak-outs, covering bigamy and avian conflict, Baboon went out with a bang in 2013 then stumbled out into the light reformed in 2018. Here they are in all their glory. Where's the beef?

AHMED & THE ROMANS

The son of the Egyptian James Brown and 3 Italians pieced together from the bowels of the old empire. A real treat, a real sonic treat to bite into.

https://www.facebook.com/ahmedandtheromans

THE JACKPOT GOLDEN BOYS

https://www.facebook.com/JackpotGoldenBoys

The Jackpot Golden Boys are infectious, uplifting and bursting with melodies and have been a much loved local act for many years. They have previously undertaken large scale tours of USA & Europe supporting Epic Rap Battles Of History. With Alex, Jim and Mike you can always expect the unexpected.

ZVILNIK 

https://www.facebook.com/zvilnik

Zvilnik are a sci-fi prog surf cabaret rock band, who draw in influences from Eastern Europe, the West End and low grade horror movies to create a sound like no other. Expect weird science, unnecessary surgery, robots, dinosaurs, and more in a Zvilnik show.

POLYPORES

https://www.facebook.com/polypores
Polypores (aka Stephen James Buckley) paints music with a modular synthesizer, drawing influence from ambient, new age, and experimental electronics. It soars, bubbles, crackles, and soothes, in ever-shifting, immersive cosmic landscapes. Dream environments and sonic sculptures.

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All takes place on Saturday, March 4th 2023 at The Ferret, Preston.
Doors at 6pm.

£6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double!

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36274034

See you there hopefully!

This February, cult movie themed band BLUES HARVEST make a return to The Ferret in Preston for a #SAVETHEFERRET fundraiser!

Sat 25th Feb from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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Blues Harvest have built up a most impressive reputation as the go-to party band for geek events, having played in comic-cons, space centres and cantinas across the galaxy.

With a knockout song selection from their favourite movies and TV shows (such as Star Wars, Marvel, Back to the Future and Ghostbusters) this band of space misfits has made a big impact in cantinas across the world. They have performed at Disneyland Paris, Star Wars Celebrations in Chicago and London, and are often joined on stage by special guests (including several Star Wars actors, and musician Ray Parker Jr who once joined the band to perform his hit ‘Ghostbusters’).

Mark Hamill declared his love of the band when he described one of their songs, Tatooine Sunset, as “Magnificent! The lyrics, performance and John Williams’ theme fade-out: PERFECTION.”

With support from MYTHS AND MONSTERS playing synth-based horror, sci-fi and fantasy music.

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Blues Harvest with Myths and Monsters - A #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 25th February 2023

Doors at 7pm

Advance tickets £6

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36276583

The Ferret presents a #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser:

THE FORENSICS

COUNTY PILOTS

THE OUTERLINES

THE CASES

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Friday 17th February

Doors open 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

£5 entry (all proceeds to #SaveTheFerret)

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

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The Ferret presents a #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser gig with North West Indie-Pop/Rock bands The Forensics, County Pilots, The Outerlines & The Cases.

THE FORENSICS:

THE FORENSICS are a four-piece indie-pop band from Lancashire. Despite the shadow cast by an incredible lineage of bands from neighboring cities Manchester and Liverpool, the band plan to carve out their own path and put Lancashire firmly on the map.

Since the formation of the band in late '21, they've gained a loyal following and supported some of the country's best up-and-coming bands who have landed in their home county.

First single 'Change My Mind' turned heads immediately and has captured an audience eager for more. With new music landing soon, this is one band to keep an eye on.

COUNTY PILOTS:

With the sound of the 60s running through their veins, COUNTY PILOTS are hitting the northwest of England with something it’s been craving for years.

The band’s debut single ‘Burning’ is just over 2 minutes of pure joy. It’s upbeat, new and exciting, but with a kinda familiar aftertaste. Don’t be surprised if you catch yourself humming Pilots songs in the shower after you’ve seen them live; that tends to happen!

THE OUTER LINES:

If you want to see Preston's newest indie talent, these guys are the next big thing if you ask us. Ones to watch.

THE CASES:

A 4 piece indie band from Preston with lots of passion and plenty of energy. A band with desire to reach the top, The Cases are ready for it all. With catchy hooks and rememberable riffs this band will not be forgot anytime soon.

The Cases released their first single in October and due to its success they now have plans to release their next in late February to their ever growing fan base.

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Friday 17th February

Doors open 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

£5 entry (all proceeds to #SaveTheFerret)

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/36290931

HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

Thomas Truax// FilthyDirty // Granfalloon // nick vencido

Fri 10th Feb from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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HED Promotions returns after a three year hiatus to put together a series of fundraising events for the 'Save The Ferret' campaign. 100% of all ticket sales from the event will go to the fundraiser. It's absolutely vital that this music venue is saved. So, please buy a ticket and bring your friends along too.

NOTE: THE FIRST 70 ADVANCE TICKETS SOLD FOR THIS EVENT WILL BE MATCHED WITH AN EQUAL DONATION. SO PLEASE, BUY AN ADVANCE TICKET!

THOMAS TRUAX

https://www.thomastruax.com
Thomas Truax travels the world singing into a contraption he invented called ‘The Hornicator’. Constructed on the shell of a junk gramophone horn it resembles something that might have been dreamt up by Dr. Seuss. He taps out live rhythm loops, plucks assorted strings, springs and attached noisemakers, building a backdrop of layered hypnotic sounds on top of which come some of the most striking stories about clones, butterflies, dogs, technology, loneliness, and other beautiful and sad things. Splendid magazine called him “one of the five or ten best singer/songwriters in the world that you’ve never heard of…an exceptional talent, unique and resistant to comparison, yet fairly accessible even to casual listeners.

FILTHYDIRTY

https://filthydirty.bandcamp.com/releases

"The glammed up weirdo FilthDirty (from Evil Blizzard) gets a bit bored, finds some unreleased Blizz tracks that didn’t quite work at the time, fucks around with them a bit, dusts off his bass / electric drum kit and finds his way around some mental abrasive sound that blasts it way well over eleven."

GRANFALLOON

https://granfalloonmusic.bandcamp.com/

Granfalloon is the project of Manchester based artist Richard Lomax. Distilling elements such as the use of unusual instruments and the mix of electronics and delicate acoustics, Granfalloon produce songs of both celebration and introspection, to bring on the dawn and to contemplate the wee small hours.

NICK VENCIDO

https://www.facebook.com/vencidos

Opening the night we have a solo set of acoustic ballads, laments and ditties from the eldest of the Vencido siblings! 

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All takes place on Friday 10th February, 2023 at The Ferret, Preston.
Doors at 7pm.

£6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double!

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36235332

See you there hopefully!

HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

Tero Kulero // Pike // Horsemeat // Geese

Saturday 21st Jan from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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Last month the three HED fundraisers raised a combined total of £6,450. But we're not gonna stop there! In 2023 HED will continue to bring you a series of fundraisers with 100% of all ticket sale revenue going to the "Save The Ferret" fund. Please support these events and help save the Ferret! 

TERO KULERO

https://www.facebook.com/terokulero

A four piece psych rock outfit from Preston, Tero Kulero mixes sludgy riffs, cosmic drones and pulsing synth lines, stew it all up in a big, bubbling pot of reverb and then serve it out to all and sundry.

PIKE 

https://dumbdownrecords.wixsite.com/deadwooddog/gallery

Proper stalwarts of the local scene, Pike are still rockin’ it in the 21st century. With a rock/punk sound that’s old school & so cool, the Pike boys’ united voice will always be the housewives’ choice.

HORSEMEAT

https://www.facebook.com/horsemeatbanduk

Horsemeat are an aggressive blend of Hardcore, Post-Punk and Alternative Metal, with some progressive elements, which they have dubbed “Prunge” for short.

GEESE

https://www.facebook.com/geesetheband

Formed from the carcasses of various bands, guitarist Matt Gerrard, drummer Chris McKendrick and bassist Lewis Hill call Geese “an experiment in time-travelling genre-fluidity.”

We will also have Hazel Longton selecting the in-between tuneage. Expect to hear grunge, rock, psychedelic rock, Hill-Billy bluegrass and other musical delights. e.g. Mark Lanegan, Screaming Trees, Stooges, Led Zep, Psychedelic Porn Crumpets, Infamous String Dusters, Neil Young, Kurt Vile etc.

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All takes place on Saturday 21st January, 2023 at The Ferret, Preston.
Doors at 7pm.

£6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double!

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36262502

See you there hopefully!

HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

fma + 12 gage // no gods no masters // octopus montage // another dead hero // trenches & dj connie von d

Friday 20th Jan from 7pm

The Ferret, Preston

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The Ferret presents a heavy #SaveTheFerret fundraiser gig with the extreme lyrical tongue twisting talent of Hip Hop Metal heads FMA + 12 Gage, epic Nu Metal from No Gods No Masters, energetic Pop Punk anthems from Octopus Montage, Alternative Metal from Another Dead Hero, and rift heavy grunge from Trenches 🤘

🔥FMA + 12 Gage:

FMA + 12 Gage are a multi-award winning father and son rap duo. Their music is built around creative lyrics and tightly woven, imaginative dual vocals. Energy, skill and passion transcends genres. They are an act unlike any other.

🔥No Gods No Masters:

Preston based Nu Metal band playing unique genres.

🔥Another Dead Hero:

Energetic, Alternative Metal band from North West England. For fans of Deftones and Rage Against The Machine.

🔥OCTOPUS MONTAGE:

UK based quintet Octopus Montage fuse energetic Pop-Punk anthems with intense Metalcore to bring a whole new meaning to Easycore.

🔥TRENCHES:

A riff heavy grunge rock band resonating out of Preston, Lancashire.

🎧PLUS🎧 DJ Connie Von D (of The Warehouse) will be on hand to take us into the night with some SOLID ROCK MUSIC.

🗓️Friday, 20th January, 2023

📍The Ferret, Preston

🎫🔗skiddle.com/e/36265717

The Ferret presents

A #SaveTheFerret Christmas Cracker!

Sugarstone

All Hail Hyena

Horsemeat

Dogship

Narcissists

Friday 23rd Dec from 4pm | The Ferret, Preston

All funds to #SaveTheFerret | theferret.live

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SUGARSTONE:

Switched on, neon-lit and ready to blow: Manchester’s Sugarstone are defined by their dreamy soundscapes and electric nostalgia. Sugarstone have been turning heads across Manchester with heavy hitting live performances, sharing a stage with the likes of Kid Kapichi, Calva Louise and Strange Bones.

Supported by BBC Introducing and Radio X (X-Posure with John Kennedy), Sugarstone have plenty more to show in the coming months; further expanding their catalogue and proving how timeless their sound really is.

ALL HAIL HYENA:

Hailing from Burnley, Lancashire and Ferret regulars, ALL HAIL HYENA described themselves as: 'A washed up, insecure, middle-aged boy band making alt-punk rock in our pyjamas. You're entitled to hate what we do.'

HORSEMEAT:

Conceived under the apocalyptic glow of 2018’s dying winter sunlight, Horsemeat is the product of three men's desire to satiate their passion for 80s metal and 90s grunge in a safe and supportive environment. Whilst you could say Horsemeat is music for carnivores, it can be equally enjoyed by listeners of all dietary persuasions.

DOGSHIP:

Acid-punk 3-piece from Preston, merging classic energetic punk with contemporary alternative sounds. For fans of Slaves and The Blinders.

NARCISSISTS:

A brand new two piece from Preston/Wigan playing modernised rock music with retro influences.

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/36249825

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#SAVETHEFERRET:

Earlier this year, The Ferret received a bombshell email. The owners of the building had put it up for sale, potentially letting the place fall into the hands of a developer and putting The Ferret at serious risk of closure.

It's absolutely vital that this grassroots music venue is saved, for the people of Preston & beyond.

We've already secured £500k via our friends at the Music Venue Trust! We now need to raise the final £150k to buy the venue & continue hosting live music for years to come.

We’re asking for your donations, of any amount, to help us reach that target.

It’s a big ask, but we can do this with your help.

Read more & donate here: crowdfunder.co.uk/savetheferret

#SaveTheFerret

HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

Uhr // Ginnel // Audrey's Dance // Ben & The State Pigeons // La French

Thurs 22nd Dec from 7pm
The Ferret, Preston

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HED Promotions returns after a three year hiatus to put together a series of fundraising events for the 'Save The Ferret' campaign. 100% of all ticket sales from the event will go to the fundraiser. It's absolutely vital that this music venue is saved. So, please buy a ticket and bring your friends along too.

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UHR

https://uhr-fyi.bandcamp.com/

Uhr describe themselves as "Antifreeze to the windshield of your heart, a bag full of childrens wishes thrown into an incinerator made of bulls." In other words, they are dead good!

GINNEL

https://ginnel.bandcamp.com/

Ginnel are a noise/psych outfit featuring members of some of Preston's most celebrated and critically acclaimed bands (The Common Cold, notnowkato, Big Red Bus, The Dandelion Adventure and Erskine Brown).

AUDREY'S DANCE

https://www.facebook.com/AudreysDance/

Audrey's Dance is a two-piece sad-pop band who have previously played with the likes of The Blinders, Working Mens Club, Thomas Truax, Amy Studt and Oya Paya.

BEN & THE STATE PIGEONS

https://benandthebelievers.bandcamp.com/releases

Ben Titley and co will be performing an acoustic set playing a selection of songs from current band Ben & The Believers plus former bands Empire State and The Pinstripe Pigeon Band.

LA FRENCH

https://lafrench.bandcamp.com/

Ghostly & dreamy ambient electronica & live instrumentation, La French delivers a unique mix of jazzy & soulful beats.

All takes place on Thursday 22nd December at The Ferret, Preston.

Doors at 7pm.

£6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double!

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36233154

See you there hopefully!

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#SAVETHEFERRET:

Earlier this year, The Ferret received a bombshell email. The owners of the building had put it up for sale, potentially letting the place fall into the hands of a developer and putting The Ferret at serious risk of closure.

It's absolutely vital that this grassroots music venue is saved, for the people of Preston & beyond.

We've already secured £500k via our friends at the Music Venue Trust! We now need to raise the final £150k to buy the venue & continue hosting live music for years to come.

We’re asking for your donations, of any amount, to help us reach that target.

It’s a big ask, but we can do this with your help.

Read more & donate here: crowdfunder.co.uk/savetheferret

#SaveTheFerret #theferret #livemusic #supportlivemusic

Beach Mountain join forces with The Ferret to bring you an amazing alternative all-dayer - and all for the #SaveTheFerret campaign...

Beach Mountain & The Ferret present

A #SaveTheFerret All-Dayer

featuring:

Beach Mountain

The Amber List

Bingo Bay

Millicent

One Sided Horse

DOAD

Sat 17th Dec from 4pm | The Ferret, Preston
All funds to #SaveTheFerret | theferret.live

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BEACH MOUNTAIN:

Playing the music of Matthew Gallagher (Wille & The Bandits, Moon & The Beams, etc) this lineup features Dave Chambers (Formula 1, The Common Cold, uhr, Cornershop) on drums and Liam Ogburn (of Working Men's Club fame) on bass, with guests Dave Barker (Pike, Deadwood Dog) on organ and Robin Hill (The Hill Billy Gang, 8-Bitch) on special effects.

With a natural ear for music and a unique ability to connect with audiences around the world, Matthew Gallagher is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer, session musician, engineer and producer. His extensive experience in live performance has seen him both playing and opening for many respected and critically acclaimed artists.

THE AMBER LIST:

Enter the world of post Brexit urban folk indie blues as brought to you from the melting pot of North west England. Born of the deep North West mining village of Penwortham on't Ribble, The Amber List take a lifetime of trials and tribulations and turn them into folk-pop songs.

With a sound that many have likened to James, The Smiths, Echo and the Bunnymen and The LAs their Northwest roots evidently shine through. There is a real depth to their songs and their strong social commentary is complimented by powerful melodies, harmonies and driving guitars. The Amber List create beautifully textured soundscapes that display their talent as songwriters at the height of their craft. They make serious music for discerning listeners.

BINGO BAY:

Bingo Bay are an alt/rock/pop band from Preston, formed in 2005 by singer/songwriter Kevin Cross. Catchy, melodic songs fused with elements of pop/punk/garage and funk with the odd ballad. 'We follow our own pathway regardless of fads and fashions.'

MILLICENT:

Recent winner at the North West Music Awards, MILLICENT is a Ferret veteran. MILLICENT, who studies Songwriting at BIMM Manchester, is a dream-pop vocalist whose alternative style has attracted the attention of BBC Introducing: Manchester and The Voice UK. With mental health being a subject close to her heart, MILLICENT has acted to help break the stigma around mental health.

ONE SIDED HORSE:

“…I’m loving One Sided Horse, very Tom Waits, Asylum Years era” – Gideon Coe BBC 6Music.

In 2013, Mark Whiteside, who up to this point had worked with numerous singer songwriters and been used as a session drummer on a variety of albums, decided that he wanted to stand, or sit, at the front of the stage rather than the back. Following this decision, it was just a matter of buying an acoustic guitar and to start the process of learning painful chords to sing dark love songs to.

“… think The National, Tindersticks, even Richard Hawley, a momentous glory of stings that pull at your heartstrings…” 8/10 review, Louder Than War.

DOAD:

An alt-folk musical project fronted by George Harris, recently seen supporting Wille & The Bandits at The Ferret.

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Beach Mountain & The Ferret present

A #SaveTheFerret All-Dayer

featuring:

Beach Mountain // The Amber List // Bingo Bay // Millicent // One Sided Horse // DOAD

Sat 17th Dec from 4pm | The Ferret, Preston
All funds to #SaveTheFerret | theferret.live

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#SAVETHEFERRET:

Earlier this year, The Ferret received a bombshell email. The owners of the building had put it up for sale, potentially letting the place fall into the hands of a developer and putting The Ferret at serious risk of closure.

It's absolutely vital that this grassroots music venue is saved, for the people of Preston & beyond.

We've already secured £500k via our friends at the Music Venue Trust! We now need to raise the final £150k to buy the venue & continue hosting live music for years to come.

We’re asking for your donations, of any amount, to help us reach that target.

It’s a big ask, but we can do this with your help.

Read more & donate on The Ferret website.

#SaveTheFerret

Look out! Two fantastic artists are throwing their support behind The Ferret! It's a very special #SaveTheFerret double-header and we're very excited to present:

NIGEL CLARK (Dodgy) & TONY WRIGHT (Terrorvision)

A #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser
Friday 9th December (Doors 7pm)
The Ferret | Preston

Nigel Clark & Tony Wright both found fame in the 90s, as frontmen of their respective bands DODGY & TERRORVISION. With several critically-acclaimed albums, and over 20 Top 40 singles between them, it's fair to say their songs were the soundtrack of many a summer.

Both bands have reformed in recent years, selling out shows left, right & centre. AND NOW, this amazing one-off fundraising gig is a very special chance to see both Nigel & Tony in an intimate setting - and help boost the #SaveTheFerret crowdfunder in the process.

Both artists are donating their time to the cause, to help save The Ferret from imminent doom. Massive thanks to Nigel & Tony for this, we're hugely excited.

Tickets are ON SALE 9AM on Thurs 24th Nov. And we don't expect them to hang around long. Please buy in advance to secure your spot at this one-off gig - all proceeds from every ticket going straight into the #SaveTheFerret crowdfunder.

TICKETS HERE: https://theferret.live/listings/nigel-tony

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NIGEL CLARK (Dodgy) & TONY WRIGHT (Terrorvision)

A #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser
Friday 9th December (Doors 7pm)
The Ferret | Preston

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#SAVETHEFERRET:

Earlier this year, The Ferret received a bombshell email. The owners of the building had put it up for sale, potentially letting the place fall into the hands of a developer and putting The Ferret at serious risk of closure.

It's absolutely vital that this grassroots music venue is saved, for the people of Preston & beyond.

We've already secured £500k via our friends at the Music Venue Trust! We now need to raise the final £150k to buy the venue & continue hosting live music for years to come.

We’re asking for your donations, of any amount, to help us reach that target.

It’s a big ask, but we can do this with your help.

Read more & donate on our crowdfunder - link on The Ferret website.

#SaveTheFerret

HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

Rook & The Ravens // Gideon Conn // McHale's Permanent Brew // Seamus Mcloughlin

Thurs 8th Dec from 7pm
The Ferret, Preston

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HED Promotions returns after a three year hiatus to put together a series of fundraising events for the 'Save The Ferret' campaign. 100% of all ticket sales from the event will go to the fundraiser. It's absolutely vital that this music venue is saved. So, please buy a ticket and bring your friends along too.

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BUY TICKETS HERE NOW:
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ROOK & THE RAVENS

https://www.facebook.com/rookandtheravens/

Rook & The Ravens have toured far and wide, from Dublin in Ireland to Dublin in California, from Nashville Tennessee to Saltburn-by-the-Sea. Doing so they've kept a loyal fan base and remained proudly independent. "Their three-part harmonies are on par with Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Newer songs rival Bends-era Radiohead and rock harder than early Queen. What other band can do all that and still sound at least as contemporary as Alt-J and Fleet Foxes?"

GIDEON CONN

https://www.facebook.com/gideonconn.fanpage

Gideon Conn is known for effortlessly blending acoustic folk and hip hop. His unique performance style never fails to impress. He has previously toured across the UK with the likes of Dan le Sac vs Scroobius Pip, Jason Mraz & Bunty. He has also made appearances at various festivals including Glastonbury, Bestival & Latitude.

MCHALE'S PERMANENT BREW

https://www.facebook.com/mchalespermanentbrew

A heady five piece blues-rock concoction formed from the embers of Cat Called Dog and Selenium. They are fresh from playing the Clonakilty International Guitar Festival this summer. This will be their first appearance at the Ferret. So, make them feel welcome.

SEAMUS MCLOUGHLIN

https://www.facebook.com/seamus.mcloughlin

Seamus has cemented himself into local folklore with his excellent guitar play, immense vocal range and genuine on-stage charm. Live highlights include playing a set at SXSW festival in Texas and over the years he has gigged long and hard across the UK and USA.

All takes place on Thursday 8th December at The Ferret, Preston.

Doors at 7pm.

£6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double!

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36232176

See you there hopefully!

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#SAVETHEFERRET:

Earlier this year, The Ferret received a bombshell email. The owners of the building had put it up for sale, potentially letting the place fall into the hands of a developer and putting The Ferret at serious risk of closure.

It's absolutely vital that this grassroots music venue is saved, for the people of Preston & beyond.

We've already secured £500k via our friends at the Music Venue Trust! We now need to raise the final £150k to buy the venue & continue hosting live music for years to come.

We’re asking for your donations, of any amount, to help us reach that target.

It’s a big ask, but we can do this with your help.

Read more & donate here: crowdfunder.co.uk/savetheferret

#SaveTheFerret #theferret #livemusic #supportlivemusic

HED presents a special #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser!

The Jackpot Golden Boys // Left // Ivan Campo // FirstnameFrank / Dan Clarke

Sat 3rd Dec from 6pm

The Ferret, Preston

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HED Promotions returns after a three year hiatus to put together a series of fundraising events for the 'Save The Ferret' campaign. 100% of all ticket sales from the event will go to the fundraiser. It's absolutely vital that this music venue is saved. So, please buy a ticket and bring your friends along too.

THE JACKPOT GOLDEN BOYS

http://www.jackpotgoldenboys.com/

The Jackpot Golden Boys are infectious, uplifting and bursting with melodies and have been a much loved local act for many years. They have previously undertaken large scale tours of USA & Europe supporting Epic Rap Battles Of History. With Alex, Jim and Mike you can always expect the unexpected.

LEFT

https://leftthebandofficial.bandcamp.com

With songs about Snapchat filters, narcissism, toxic masculinity, Piers Morgan and, er, terrifying children with the image of hell, LEFT, described as “noisy buggers” by those who’ve seen them, bring a chaotic show every time they play.

IVAN CAMPO

https://www.ivancampo.net

Ivan Campo conjure up vivid images with their songs, which unfold like intricate stories. Finger-picked guitar riffs and piano melodies act as the stage for these tales to play out. Emphasised with simple percussion instruments that they flit between effortlessly, they are simply captivating live.

FIRSTNAMEFRANK

https://firstnamefrank.bandcamp.com/

A man, a piano & some great songs: FirstnameFrank. He moved The Ferret crowd at the recent Badly Drawn Boy show with a sublime support set of superlative songwriting.

DAN CLARKE

https://www.facebook.com/DanClarkemusic

This local legend and sound-man extraordinaire will open the show with a set of brilliant acoustic tunage.

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All takes place on Saturday 3rd December at The Ferret, Preston.
Doors at 6pm.

£6 Advance tickets. [More on the door]

Or - buy a £12 ticket to donate double!

Tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36231874

See you there hopefully!

Sunday Jazz at The Ferret:

THREE PARKING - Jazz Quartet

SAVE THE FERRET FUNDRAISER

Sunday 27th November from 7pm

Preston Jazz combo THREE PARKING ft sax great Harold Salisbury, Norm Helm on bass, Paul Burgess on drums and special guest Tom Vernon on guitar.

Kicking out Jazz, Funk & Latin grooves with Harold Salisbury on sax's & flute, Paul Burgess on drums + percussion, Norm Helm on bass & special guest Tom Vernon on guitar & numerous effects!

THREE PARKING - Jazz Quartet

Sunday 27th November

The Ferret, Fylde Rd, Preston

Doors 7pm | Live set: 9pm - 11pm.

£5 advance | Pay what you feel on the door - All donations welcome

All proceeds to the #SaveTheFerret campaign.

Get advance tickets here:
skiddle.com/e/36230320

Immortal Rock Groblins from the swamps of Lancashire, Vencidos make their way to our neck of the woods for a night of apocalyptic tuneage with the Whinge lads + Torture & The Desert Spiders (solo)…

#SaveTheFerret presents:

VENCIDOS

+ WHINGE

+ TORTURE & THE DESERT SPIDERS (solo)

+ DJ Connie Von D

Friday 25th November from 7pm til late

All proceeds to #SAVETHEFERRET

Friends... Whenever the world is on the brink, Vencidos are here to play along. The scene of the world is changing and Vencidos are the soundtrack for you broken-hearted lovers.

Come to our little celebration on the 25th. Whinge will be there for emotional support and banging tunes. We've also invited Torture & The Desert Spiders to warm you right up with a solo set of leftfield dirty folk songs. + DJ Connie Von D (of The Warehouse) will be on hand to take us into the night with some SOLID ROCK MUSIC.

This event is a #SAVETHEFERRET fundraiser - ALL PERFORMERS are generously throwing all the ticket money in the pot, as well as any extra donations you generous lot can muster.

Get on it why don’t ya.

Friday, November 25th, 2022

Doors 7pm - live music & DJs til late!

Price £5 advance / £6 or more on the door (all extra donations welcome).

All proceeds to #SaveTheFerret.

Buy advance tickets here: skiddle.com/e/36230077

Join us this evening for a Friday night Jukebox sesh

Fancy hearing what YOU want to hear, enjoying a couple’a bevs and helping out the #SaveTheFerret campaign all in one big juicy multi-genre filled night?

Of course you do! Get yourself down to our gaff tonight from 6PM and get your jukebox on.

If you stick a quid in the jar, you get your song played. Simple eh! You can also chuck us £5 for a shout out…

We’ve got some prizes on offer this evening too

Free drinks tonight
Free entry to any future Ferret gig
One of the bullets off Ian's legendary bullet belt
many more TBA tonight!

You can pre-book your requests & shout outs right now, by dropping the cash in the crowdfunder and putting your request in the comments

What you need to know:
Friday Night Jukebox
Friday, November 18th, 2022
FREE ENTRY - The Ferret, Fylde. Rd

Harrison Rimmer (Full Band) + Full Billy + Geese + Betty Kendrick - #SaveTheFerret Fundraiser

Returning to The Ferret- Preston is Harrison Rimmer, & for the first time in Preston he's bringing his band!

Support comes from:

Full Billy
Geese
Betty Kendrick

If you're a fan of Bruce Springsteen, Frank Turner, The Gaslight Anthem or City And Colour you might like this show.

#SaveTheFerret

A message from Harrison: “After talking with Full Billy, Geese & Betty Kendrick we’ve all agreed the show on the 13th November is going to be a ”Pay As You Feel” show, with all the money raised going to The Ferret to help keep the venue open!”

Read more & donate at: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/savetheferret