KLÄMP

+ guests: TV FACE + alright (okay)

The Ferret, Preston

Thursday, 3rd July 2025

Doors 7PM

Tickets: theferret.live/listings/klamp

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KLÄMP is a formidable musical collective with members scattered across the UK and the Netherlands. This group, now comprising seven members, has its roots in a trio that expanded over the past four years. The current KLÄMP lineup includes both current and former members of notable bands such as IDLES, Sex Swing, Tall Ships, Manatees, Do Me Bad Things, Pulled Apart By Horses, Petbrick and Mugstar. This diverse musical heritage infuses KLAMP’s sound with a rich mix of influences and sounds.

Since their raw and antagonistic 2020 release “Hate You” on God Unknown, KLAMP has undergone a significant transformation. The 2025 incarnation of the band presents a vastly evolved force. Their latest album, “TOTAAL TECHNIEK,” released on Human Worth, is a testament to their artistic growth and exploration. The album traverses a broad range of genres, seamlessly blending elements of Krautrock, Breakcore, Industrial, and Post Punk. Each track is a new journey, characterized by an innovative sound and intricate musical textures.

A key aspect of KLAMP’s evolution has been their ever-expanding roster of collaborators. The original line-up of Jason Stoll (Sex Swing / Mugstar / JAAW), Lee Vincent (Pulled Apart by Horses) and Greg Wynne (Manatees) have been joined by Adam Devonshire (IDLES), Matthew Parker (Tall Ships), Rachael Morrison and Wayne Adams (Petbrick / Big Lad) along with other collaborators, helping to develop the sound into a new space both beautiful and bleak, harsh and euphoric – sometimes all at once. This openness to collaboration has infused their music with fresh ideas and new energy, ensuring that no two performances or recordings are ever the same. Their live shows are particularly notable for their intensity and unpredictability, offering audiences a mind-bending lesson in musical exploration and emotional depth.

Brighton based charitable label Human Worth (Enablers, Sly & the Family Drone, Cassels) have pressed up a limited edition of ‘TOTAAL GOLD’ vinyl, with a limited with 10% of all proceeds donated to Compass Collective – a charity supporting the integration of young refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK through the arts.

For fans of: SWANS / THE FALL / EINSTÜRZENDE NEUBAUTEN / WIRE / LOW / GODFLESH / GSY!BE / SPIRITUALIZED / MBV / MARK LANEGAN / THE THE / WARP RECORDS / LOOP / SABBATH.

VIDEO FOR SINGLE 'WET LEATHER - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhQCufkbPYE

Video for 'AN ORB' from the 'HATE YOU' LP - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8d7ZBS47G8

KLÄMP albums on bandcamp: https://klamp.bandcamp.com/

Please be aware that a KLÄMP show is LOUD.
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+ guests: TV FACE + alright (okay)

TV FACE are three socially awkward weirdos from Lancaster. Their songs serve “sonic fury with a satirical edge … blistering, genre-defying … both chaotic and meticulously tight” (HellaFuzz). Live, TV FACE are known for their high-intensity performances, “with dynamics I’ve not seen since the likes of Therapy? … in the early nineties” (Louder Than War). This August, they will headline the Introducing Stage at the UK’s biggest punk festival - REBELLION.

The band release their records on Preston’s hothouse of talent - Crackedankles Records. Riding the wave of success of their critically acclaimed 2023 debut album TIDE OF MEN (featured on several album of the week/year lists), the band will release their 2nd LP WOLF RENTS BARK in September 2025. The first single taken from the album - BOOTS POCKET COFFIN - was released in May 2025; a horror-tinged floor-filler, likened to “The Cramps jamming with Lightning Bolt in a fallout bunker” (Buzzy Band). The translucent red lathe-cut 7” vinyl sold out in under two hours. A 2nd single WHITE NOISE – WHITE LIES arrives on 8th August on a ltd-ed white lathe-cut 7” single to coincide with their Rebellion debut.

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Emerging from Liverpool’s DIY community, alright (okay) have been carving out a bold reputation for their raw energy, relentless creativity, and untethered sound. The band thrives on an unfiltered, scrappy intensity that sets them apart – both on record and on stage.

With a sound straddling the line between alt rock, post-punk, and noise-pop, alright (okay) captures a sense of restless urgency that resonates with audiences craving something real.

At their core, alright (okay) is a band that thrives in a live setting. Their music is written with performance in mind – crafted to connect with an audience, to build moments of intensity, and to leave a lasting impression long after the final note.

This methodical and intentional approach to live has seen them consistently pack out rooms, support exciting touring artists, and earn spots at regional festivals.

Now, alright (okay) are gearing up for the release of their long awaited debut EP, decent (fine), set to drop in November 2025. This record encapsulates the band’s journey so far – equal parts melody and mayhem, catharsis and chaos.

It’s a culmination of years spent honing their craft, navigating the highs and lows of independent artistry, and channeling it all into a collection of songs that demand to be heard.

KLÄMP

+ guests: TV FACE + alright (okay)

The Ferret, Preston

Thursday, 3rd July 2025

Doors 7PM

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Gen & The Degenerates

with Ugly Club & Deva St. John

Friday 4th July, 2025

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS: www.seetickets.com/tour/gen-and-the-degenerates-live-at-the-ferret

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Gen & The Degenerates are returning to Preston with Ugly Club & Deva St. John for their only Preston headline show of 2025.

Gen and the Degenerates are a defiant, genre-bending force blending punk attitude with infectious alt-rock hooks. Fronted by the magnetic Gen, their music is a riot of sharp lyrics, thunderous riffs, and dancefloor-ready energy, equal parts rebellion and revelation. With songs that tackle identity, politics, and the chaos of modern life, Gen and the Degenerates are as bold in message as they are in sound. Expect sweat, vibes, and a live show that grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go.

Support from Ugly Club, Manchester-based alt-rock band fusing elements of indie, rock, alternative metal, and electronic music, and Deva St. John, an energetic and infectious alt-rock-pop soloist.

Gen & The Degenerates with Ugly Club & Deva St. John

Friday 4th July, 2025

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: www.seetickets.com/tour/gen-and-the-degenerates-live-at-the-ferret

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Nirvana vs System of a Down vs Paramore - Triple Header Tribute Show

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Burvana (Nirvana Tribute from Burnley)
Kombucha Mushroom People (System of A Down Tribute)
Innit Fun (Paramore Tribute)

+ Shenanigans DJs! (Pop Punk Bangers + Kerrang Classics!)

Sat 5th July
The Ferret, Preston
7pm - late
£6 adv / more on the door

Tickets:

Burvana – A Nirvana Tribute
Burvana captures the raw, grunge-soaked sound of the '90s, embodying the angst, passion, and authenticity that made Kurt Cobain and company legends. They offer a ticket to the unforgettable spirit of Seattle’s finest.

Kombucha Mushroom People – A System of a Down Tribute
Kombucha Mushroom People recreate System of a Down’s signature blend of ferocious riffs, quirky rhythms, and politically charged lyrics. They deliver an unforgettable night of anthems that leave audiences moshing and shouting for more.

Innit Fun – A Paramore Tribute
Innit Fun channels the fierce energy, catchy hooks, and emotional punch that made Hayley Williams a modern icon. They bring Paramore’s vibrant legacy to life in a show that will have audiences singing their hearts out.

Shenanigans DJs – Pop Punk Bangers + Kerrang Classics

90's/00's MTV2/Skuzz nostalgia!! Alien Ant Farm // All American Rejects // Andrew WK // Avril Lavigne // Blink 182 // Bloodhound Gang // Bowling for Soup // Deftones // Drowning Pool // Electric Six // Fall Out Boy // Feeder // Foo Fighters // Fountains of Wayne // Good Charlotte // Green Day // The Hives // Jawbreaker // Jimmy Eat World // Korn // Linkin Park // My Chemical Romance // New Found Glory // No Doubt // Paramore // The Offspring // Papa Roach // Puddle of Mudd // Rage Against The Machine // Sum 41 // System Of A Down // Taking Back Sunday // Tenacious D // Weezer // Wheatus & more more more!

Sat 5th July
The Ferret, Preston
7pm - late
£6 adv / more on the door

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41092259

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

PRESTON PRIDE PRESENTS:

PRESTON PRIDE'S GOT TALENT

We have found a selection of local talent to win over the hearts of Preston and our judges to bag themselves a spot on our main stage at Preston Pride 2025.

We will release full details of our qualified acts and judges soon

All events are FREE ENTRY

All ages welcome - Under 18's are to be accompanied by an adult

Dates are as follows:

FRIDAY 20TH JUNE - SEMI FINAL 1

The Ferret, 55 Fylde Rd, Preston PR1 2XQ

7pm

+ Pride after party with Elder Emo UK until late (This part is 18+)

SUNDAY 22ND JUNE - SEMI FINAL 2

Chain House Brewing Co. and Taproom, 139-141 Market St W, Preston PR1 2HB

3-6pm

SUNDAY 13TH JULY - GRAND FINAL

The Ferret, 55 Fylde Rd, Preston PR1 2XQ

3-7pm

Supported by Lancashire County Council

We Came From Wolves

With Fragile Animals (Australia) & Collectors.

Thursday 17th July

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41124804

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We Came From Wolves are an alternative rock band from Perth, Scotland, known for their emotionally charged songwriting, melodic riffs, and powerful live performances. Blending elements of emo, post-rock, and alt-rock, their sound draws comparisons to the likes of Brand New, Finch, and Biffy Clyro. 
Fronted by singer and guitarist Kyle Burgess, the band formed in the early 2010s and quickly built a reputation through relentless touring, playing over six UK tours, two European runs, and major venues like King Tut’s, Oran Mor, and the O₂ ABC. Their debut EP Cope gained national attention with airplay on BBC Radio 1, and their follow-up EP Paradise Place earned praise from outlets like Rock Sound and XFM. In 2015, they released their critically acclaimed self-titled debut album, produced by Bruce Rintoul, and went on to win the Scottish Alternative Music Award for Best Rock/Alternative Act. 

Known for tackling raw themes such as grief, fear, and vulnerability with sincerity, We Came From Wolves have solidified themselves as one of Scotland’s most heartfelt and dynamic alternative rock acts.

Fragile Animals are a dreamy indie-rock and shoegaze band from the Brisbane/Sunshine Coast area of Australia, known for their lush, melancholic sound and emotionally immersive songwriting. Described as “your gloomy pals,” their music blends shimmering guitar textures, layered soundscapes, and introspective lyrics that explore themes of longing and emotional distance. 

Fronted by vocalist and bassist Victoria Jenkins, alongside guitarist Daniel Parkinson, guitarist Melinda Huurdeman, and drummer Dylan Stewart, the band rose to prominence as a triple j Unearthed Feature Artist and built a strong reputation through their intense live shows, including performances at Big Pineapple Festival and support slots for acts like Violent Soho, Cub Sport, Dune Rats, and Flyying Colours.

With poetic reflections, rich production, and an atmosphere reminiscent of Wolf Alice and Phoebe Bridgers, Fragile Animals continue to craft music that feels both intimate and expansive.

Collectors. are an indie band hailing from Preston, UK, known for their emotive, guitar-driven compositions and intimate live performances. They've recently released singles like “Spectre” and “I Don’t Want to Leave,” showcasing their knack for melodic hooks and heartfelt lyricism. Their music videos, created in collaboration with filmmakers like lokifilms7, reflect a cinematic sensibility and artistic ambition. 

With a growing presence both online and on stage, Collectors are steadily building momentum through authentic connection with their audience and a clear vision for their sound. Emerging from the vibrant Preston music scene, they’re carving out a niche with their indie-pop/rock fusion and emotionally resonant songwriting; an exciting new voice worth keeping an eye on.

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We Came From Wolves

With Fragile Animals (Australia) & Collectors.

Thursday 17th July

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41124804

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

KIWI + Highwayves + STIL LIFE

Friday 18th July

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41111817

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KIWI - Indie rock from the North-West of England. Probably the best band you’ve never heard of. 🥝

HIGHWAYVES (HWYVES) are an artistic collective that have crafted a sound that races from spacious to suffocating, combining the dark aggression of grunge with dreamlike washes reminiscent of shoe-gaze. Each piece is punctuated with intimate, poetic lyrics that are as personal as they are universal. HIGHWAYVES are unashamedly earnest, laying bare their deepest emotions for all to join in collective catharsis.

HIGHWAYVES take an obsessive approach to their art; writing, recording and producing their own music as well as writing, directing and editing their videos. Their uncompromising approach is the key to creating a deep connection with their audience.

STIL LIFE - Alternative five-piece band from North West England, crafting dreamy, melodic soundscapes with a blend of guitars and synthesisers.

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KIWI + Highwayves + STIL LIFE

Friday 18th July

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41111817

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Made You Look/Made You Stare

Sunday 20th July

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS COMING SOON!…

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Pure Chlorine (Austria)

Thursday 24th July

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS COMING SOON!…

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

THE 9075

Friday 25th July 2025

The Ferret, Preston

7PM

The 9075, formed in August 2019 from a jamming session, are the world's first tribute dedicated to celebrating the music and essence of The 1975.

With a 2-hour show, The 9075 brings the spirit of the original band to life, creating unforgettable nights filled with nostalgia and excitement.

Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the music, The 9075 promises an unforgettable experience that pays homage to one of the most iconic bands of our time.

Tickets are on sale NOW! https://skiddle.com/e/40621045

THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC

Tuesday, 29th July 2025

The Ferret | Preston

Doors 7PM

Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 29th July

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!

Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.

Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!

Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.

The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.

Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)

Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.

Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!

The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 29th July
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Battery Acid

Thursday 31st July

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS COMING SOON!…

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents

ROSALIE CUNNINGHAM

+ guests

Saturday 2nd August

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Tickets £13 adv / more on the door

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41056168 

We are delighted to welcome ROSALIE CUNNINGHAM back to Preston.

With her bombastic 5-piece live band, multiple award-winning singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rosalie Cunningham will be performing her acclaimed third album To Shoot Another Day along with other choice cuts from her back catalogue and Purson days.

Coming to prominence through her former bands Purson and Ipso Facto, Rosalie embarked on her solo career in 2019, releasing her Mercury Music Prize nominated, eponymous début album through Cherry Red label Esoteric Antenna, earning a Top 10 placing in the UK’s official independent chart, and attracting fantastic reviews and stellar ratings from Classic Rock, Uncut, Mojo and Kerrang.

'If Kate Bush and The Beatles had a baby it would be Rosalie Cunningham' - Classic Rock

Tickets on sale NOW!

Tickets £13 adv / more on the door

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41056168

The Ferret presents

ROSALIE CUNNINGHAM

+ guests

Saturday 2nd August

Doors 7pm

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Tubs

(Preston Pop Fest)

Saturday 9th August

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS COMING SOON!…

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

venomous Pinks (USA)

Sunday 10th August

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS COMING SOON!…

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

QUJAKU

(Heavy Psych from Japan)

KAVUS TORABI

(Gong // The Utopia Strong)

THE BIG THEM

(Hypnotic Guitar Sludge)

Thursday 14th August

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41124876

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QUJAKU:

Formed in 2013, QUJAKU are a Japanese experimental band based in Hamamatsu. Their dark, heavy psychedelia is replete with rich distortion and feedback creating a unique decadent ambience.

The apocalyptic sound they muster fuels an urge to release from the everyday to discover an ephemeral beauty behind the fierceness. The delicate yet strong leading voice, filled with destructive guitar, repetitive rhythmic percussion, and deep, bellowing bass combine to create Qujaku's unique sound atmosphere to preoccupy the mind and enhance the experience.

KAVUS TORABI:

Kavus Torabi is a British/ Iranian composer, multi-instrumentalist, performer, author, artist, broadcaster and DJ. His largely autobiographical solo work marries the human with the celestial. Since 2016 he has fronted legendary psychedelic band Gong with whom he is principal songwriter. He is a member of the semi-modular experimental/psychedelic trio The Utopia Strong. He is a former guitarist of British cult band, Cardiacs and avant rock instrumentalists Guapo. As part of a a DJ duo with Steve Davis, he has performed festivals throughout the UK, recently performing at Wembley Stadium between bands for Blur’s comeback performance. In 2021 White Rabbit published Medical Grade Music, his memoir with Steve Davis which was Shindig’s music book of the year. In April 2024 his commissioned piece ‘Lion Of The Lord’s Elect’ made its debut at Roadburn Festival, NE.

THE BIG THEM:

Made up of musicians from some of our favourite underground bands, The Big Them is the brainchild of Jack and Jonny, who you’ll know better as two thirds of the finest noise makers out of Widnes: Mums. The duo have been experimenting with guitar sounds for a little while now, but for this latest project the idea was simple – get a bunch of mates together and jam some big, stinking riffs.

For this current incarnation of the band, Jack and Jonny roped in previous Mums drummer and total power-house Lew back behind the kit, alongside Alex from Northwich indie-punks Careering and Ed from Leeds premier scuzz lords Irk. The result is exactly what you’d expect; hypnotic, sludgy riffs that centre around a tirade of guitar noise and gargantuan drums.

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QUJAKU

(Heavy Psych from Japan)

KAVUS TORABI

(Gong // The Utopia Strong)

THE BIG THEM

(Hypnotic Guitar Sludge)

Thursday 14th August

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41124876

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

DLINA VOLNY

Minsk, Belarus

Eastern European Post-Punk collides with Western Darkwave.

with guests:

The DSM IV + GRAVE DIGGERS UNION

Friday 15th August 2025

The Ferret, Preston

£8 adv / more on the door

Tickets:

DLINA VOLNY 

Minsk, Belarus
Italians Do It Better Records
Bandcamp
Facebook

Dlina Volny translates into the English word “Wavelength.” Their name is a homage to their fascination with sine waves & the physics of sound. The Belarusian trio's sophomore album Dazed is a self-proclaimed "Love Thriller". Mixed by Dean Hurley, frequent David Lynch collaborator & producer, the record is gorgeous. Elegant synthesis is flanked by the brut low end of the rhythm section. The instruments set the stage for contralto vocals that hover like a warm fog on a chilly night. Hurley is also the engineer who brought us Jorja Chalmers' "Midnight Train" earlier this year, as well as remixes for Italians Do It Better flagship artists Desire & Chromatics.

On Dazed, Masha Zinevitch's voice wails & pivots between Ales Shishlo’s assault of morse-code arpeggios & icy sheets of Vad Mikutski’s guitars. Dlina Volny's music vaporizes on the event horizon where Eastern European Post-Punk collides with Western Synthwave. The album balances mystical narratives & dreamlike fantasies sourced deep in the trio's subconscious. Walking the tightrope that separates pain & euphoria, the lyrics wrestle with polarity. Anxiety vs passion, & hope vs the deep despair that surrounds negative space.

Aesthetically, Dazed encompasses 1980s Estrada Pop & the 1970s brutalist architecture that pierces the Minsk sky. “When it’s sunny here, it looks like a Soviet fairytale come true. On a dark day, it looks like dystopia.”

Having recently released their new single ‘In Between’, Dlina Volny are set to add yet another flawless release to an already pristine and industry respected discography. The band remark on the single; “In Between tells a story of one’s awakening and realisation. It delves into the desire to share newly discovered realities and meanings, inviting others to cross over to the other side and experience a transformed perspective." The single, out via Italians Do It Better, can be heard here: https://youtu.be/FqsCKDCF8sk?si=Sh3qR9uCXrW1fjd1

Dlina Volny have a rich touring history and have performed alongside artists such as LEBANON HANOVER,  MOLCHAT DOMA, KEDR LIVANSKIY, GENTS, SUPER BESSE, to name but a few. They also participated in European festivals, such as POP KULTUR (online), IKEA FESTIVAL (Online), GRAUZONE FESTIVAL (NL), BUDAPEST SHOWCASE HUB, POP MESSE Festival, LOFTAS FEST / WHAT'S NEXT In MUSIC (LT), POSTCOSMOS X (LT), and many more.

Watch the video for Do It: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tzw81nF4AeM

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The DSM IV

Liverpool, UK
9x9 Records
https://linktr.ee/thedsmiv

Formed in Liverpool in 2018 by former Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster frontman Guy McKnight, THE DSM IV crystallise the ultra real and the otherworldly, bringing a focused hyperrealism to the party. Their convention-defying live performances toy with audience expectations and stimulate questions of the narratives being sold to us as news—or entertainment—all to the beat of the drum machinist. 

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GRAVE DIGGERS UNION

Chorley, UK

gravediggersunion.bandcamp.com

NW Post-Punk drums & synths duo, heavily influenced by early 80s Post-Punk bands. Haunting and intense with half-spoken half-sung vocals sitting dead centre of ambitious soundscapes and menacing throbbing bass.

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DLINA VOLNY

Minsk, Belarus

Eastern European Post-Punk collides with Western Darkwave.

with guests:

The DSM IV + GRAVE DIGGERS UNION

Friday 15th August 2025

The Ferret, Preston

£8 adv / more on the door

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41047041

Luke Haines & Peter Buck

Sunday 31st Aug 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: £22.50

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The Auteurs’ Luke Haines and R.E.M.’s Peter Buck come together with an exhilarating show of revitalising and angular rock.

'Going Down To The River...To Blow My Mind' is the third in the 'psychiatric trilogy' of albums by Luke Haines and Peter Buck. It was recorded in Portland Oregon, USA.

Foot-down-to-the-floor- throttle-out style.

Pre-Listening Psychiatric Assessment Survey

(required by law).

Before attempting to listen to the new album by Luke Haines and Peter Buck please complete the following psychiatric assessment questionnaire.

You may only answer yes or no to the following questions (apart from question 10).

1. Are you absolutely certain that you are currently alive?

2. Do you have the urge to 'fill someone in'?

3. Would you be willing to die tonight and then be re-conceived?

4. Are you a Witch?

5. Have you ever fantasised about marrying your own father or mother?

6. Does your inner self ever lie to your outer self?

7. Assuming that there is a Supreme Being – do you think that the supreme being likes you?

8. Have you ever owned a VW camper van? (If the answer is 'no' go straight to question 10)

9. Have you ever deliberately set fire to yours, or anyone else's, VW camper van

10. Are you a 'why' person or a 'what' person? (answer either why or what or yes/know/don't know)

Once you have completed the questionnaire please print out and send to PO Box 674 Canterbury. Clearly mark your envelope 'Going Down To The River...To Blow My Mind.' We cannot provide a stamped addressed envelope or guarantee confidentiality.  (we may also sell your information on to a third party).

You may now listen.

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Crosstown Concerts present:

Luke Haines & Peter Buck

Sunday 31st Aug 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Tickets: £22.50

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

The Ferret presents:

LOWKEY

"Soundtrack To The Struggle 3" Official Tour

Please note the new date:
Thu 4th Sept 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/40977663

Event has been postponed until 4th Sep 2025
Your tickets will automatically be moved to the new date, you don’t need to do anything. If you can't attend the new date, please check your email from Skiddle or online order history for further options - skiddle.com/orders

Lowkey has worked with Immortal Technique, Wretch 32, Akala, Dead Prez and The Outlawz.  Musically, perhaps best known for his two explosive and thought provoking Fire In the Booth freestyles, his socially conscious approach to hip hop sets him apart from most of his contemporaries. 

Sitting in a space alongside long time collaborator Akala, Lowkey uses his music to challenge the status quo and injustices both at home in London and worldwide.

The Ferret presents: LOWKEY “Soundtrack to the Struggle 3” Official Tour

Please note the new date: Thu 4th Sept 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/40977663

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

Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

oVERLOAD: 4GEN7 + Trenches

Saturday 6th September

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS COMING SOON!…

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Alex Hart

Sunday 7th September

Doors 7pm

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TICKETS COMING SOON!…

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents:

JAMES WALSH

(Starsailor)

&

BEN OTTEWELL

(Gomez)

Tuesday 9th September 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Tickets £25 advance

Tickets: 

Experience an unforgettable night as two of the best voices of the past 30 years unite for a special double bill. James Walsh of Starsailor and Ben Ottewell of Gomez will share the stage for a powerful evening of live music. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see these iconic artists perform side by side.

James Walsh - Starsailor frontman and solo artist - first found success as the lead singer, songwriter and guitarist with multi-platinum indie-rock band Starsailor.  While known for iconic hits like Good Souls and Alcoholic, James has also carved out a powerful solo career, releasing acclaimed albums including Turning Point (2014), Tiger on the Bridge (2019), and Small Illusions (2021).

James has a prolific back catalogue, and his latest EP ‘Renewal’ offers the trademarks of James’ all-encompassing signature sound - beautifully-crafted songs, tender balladry, gorgeous melodies and candid lyricism which transports the listener into another dimension thanks to his captivating and endearing delivery.

Whether performing solo or with a band, James Walsh brings raw emotion and timeless songs to life with powerful, intimate live shows. From Starsailor hits to heartfelt solo tracks—every performance is unforgettable.

www.instagram.com/jameswalshmusic

Ben Ottewell is an English singer-songwriter and guitarist best known as a founding member of the critically acclaimed British band Gomez. Ottewell’s distinctive baritone voice and blues-inspired guitar work became central to Gomez’s unique sound. 

Gomez formed in the late 1990s, quickly gaining attention for their eclectic style, which blended blues, rock, folk, and indie influences. Gomez’s 1998 debut album, Bring It On, was a breakout success, winning the prestigious Mercury Prize and propelling the band to international recognition. 

Throughout Gomez's career, Ottewell's soulful voice and introspective lyrics resonated with fans, earning him a dedicated following. His solo career saw him exploring a more stripped-down acoustic sound, showcasing his raw talent and emotive storytelling. Ben is well known for his unmistakable voice and talent for blistering and inspired guitar solos. 

And as GQ Magazine once wrote and anyone listening can attest, "[his] voice is not of this world.”

www.instagram.com/benottewell

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The Ferret presents:

JAMES WALSH (Starsailor)
&
BEN OTTEWELL (Gomez)

Tuesday 9th September 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Tickets £25 advance

Ticket link: skiddle.com/e/41157555

All ages welcome. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents:

Bob Log III

Thu 11th Sept 2025

The Ferret, Preston

£15 adv / more on the door

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/e/41080934

"And then there’s this guy named Bob Log, you ever heard of him? He’s this little kid — nobody ever knows how old he is — wears a motorcycle helmet and he has a microphone inside of it and he puts the glass over the front so you can’t see his face, and plays slide guitar. It’s just the loudest, strangest stuff you’ve ever heard. You don’t understand one word he’s saying. I like people who glue macaroni on to a piece of cardboard and paint it gold. That’s what I aspire to basically.” - Tom Waits

Bob Log III, Fat Possum recording artist and one man band crown prince of punk blues from Tuscon, Arizona. Witnessing Bob Log live is an unmissable and unforgettable experience. By rights he should be a punk blues stadium super star.

He takes to the stage with his face masked in a crash helmet with a black visor and a telephone wired in it for a mic and wearing a blue jump suit. Bob then unleashes a torrent of hardcore Mississippi Delta blues, hip hop beats and punk rock. The crash helmet telephone distorts the vocals and his hands, arms, legs and feet become a blur of jump suit clad limbs as he plays slide, triggers drum machines and drums with his feet simultaneously. 

 ”When Bob Log III was a child, he lost his left hand in a boating accident. It was soon replaced with a monkey paw, and a new guitar style was born. 'It's my own personal style, see,' Log says, 'the paw moves much quicker than a normal hand, so my real hand has to flop around a lot to compensate.'"

In fact Bob Log III was born in Tucson, Arizona and is a virtuoso slide player who plays with extremely thick strings tuned very loose that gives him his unique “floppy” sound. Growing up, Log listened to artists such as Chuck Berry, Bo Diddley and AC/DC, later commenting that "That's what rock'n'roll is to me. You take a guitar, turn it up and have a good time… everyone else can go listen to Pearl Jam if they want to.” 

Bob Log got his first guitar at the age of 11, and by the age of 16 he had become smitten with Delta Blues, modelling his slide guitar style on that of Mississippi Fred McDowell. Log began his music career recording with Mondo Guano, a four-piece metal-blues band based in Arizona. Upon leaving Mondo Guano, Log went on to perform as one-half of seminal early Delta punk blues duo Doo Rag.

Bob Log III was born when Bob was in the middle of a US tour with Doo Rag and his drummer quit. With necessity, ever the mother of invention, Bob donned a helmet he had picked up in a thrift store, took to the stage and kicked his guitar case for percussion and thus the legend of Bob Log was born.  Bob Log eventually found his spiritual home on maverick Mississippi blues label Fat Possum in 1998 and released a trio of classic records: School Bus, Trike and Log Bomb. 

In this current world of homogenised and mass marketed music, we need true mavericks like Bob Log III more than ever. 

Bump Pow! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSy0HUbh48U

 Shake The Boot- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMoIbua-Ids 

 Web: www.boblog111.com + www.facebook.com/boblogiii

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The Ferret presents:

Bob Log III

Thu 11th Sept 2025

The Ferret, Preston

£15 adv / more on the door

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/e/41080934

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

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

OAYSIS

The Ferret, Preston

Friday, 12th September

Doors 7PM

OAYSIS are a 5-piece tribute act, who play all Oasis hits, note for note as it is on their seminal albums. They have the look, the sound and most of all the ability to make any venue bounce to the sounds of the most influential band in history.

They perform tunes such as Supersonic, Don't Look Back In Anger, Wonderwall and more with absolute accuracy. This is the closest thing to seeing OASIS live, check their videos. They'll bring the spirit of Knebworth to you!

Tickets on sale NOW! https://www.skiddle.com/e/40914391

THE MEFFS

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 13th September

Doors 7PM

Tickets: theferret.live/listings/themeffs-sept

Since exploding onto the scene, The Meffs have built up a reputation as purveyors of frantic punk rock and a rowdy must-see live sensation. 

Expect direct messages over a barrage of hard-hitting riffs that get stuck in your head for DAYS.

October 2022 saw the band's Frank Turner produced debut EPs released on Fat Mike's (NOFX) fresh label, Bottles to the Ground. Broken Britain PT.I & PT.II gained significant interest, leading to two sellout headline tours across the UK and a subsequent sold out European run in February 2024.

After a huge year in 2023 and early 2024 playing the likes of Download Festival and the final NOFX tour, The Meffs were set to reach new heights as the year progressed. 2024 saw The Meffs nominated at the Heavy Music Awards, it saw the band join forces with Music Venue Trust as patrons and it saw them join Kings of Leon at British Summer Time. Yes, you read that right! In great company, The Meffs' set at Rebellion Festival 2024 was voted the fifth most anticipated set at the festival and judging by the reviews, the band did not disappoint.

As they prepare for a UK run with Alice Cooper and an EU run with Frank Turner later this year, one of the most talked-about up-and-coming bands in the scene prepares for the release of their new album, WHAT A LIFE, out September 13th.

“Sounding fantastic. Pulling no punches as ever” – John Kennedy, Radio X

“Packing a severe punch for a two-piece, and clearly taking a lead from the early 80s anarcho scene” – Vive Le Rock

“I fucking love this band” – Fat Mike, NOFX/Fat Wreck Chords/Bottles to the Ground

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THE MEFFS

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 13th September

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41032552

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

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Hacktivist

With FMA + 12 Gage & Waterlines

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

26th September 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

We’re proud to announce that rap metal legends Hacktivist are returning to Preston for the first time in years! Get ready for an explosive night of heavy riffs, razor-sharp bars, and raw energy.

🎤 Hacktivist (@hacktivistuk)

Blending grime and metal with relentless energy, Hacktivist are pioneers of rap metal’s new wave. With crushing guitar work and politically charged lyrics, they’ve made a name for themselves across the heavy music scene. Their unique sound has taken them to major festivals and tours worldwide—now it’s Preston’s turn to feel the fury!

🔥 Waterlines (@wearewaterlines)

Manchester-based Waterlines deliver a powerful mix of metalcore and electronic elements, creating a high-energy experience that’s impossible to ignore. With crushing breakdowns, anthemic choruses, and electrifying stage presence, they’re set to shake the venue to its core.

🎶 FMA + 12 Gage (@fma12gage)

Father-son rap-metal duo FMA + 12 Gage are known for their rapid-fire delivery, thought-provoking lyrics, and genre-defying beats. Their unique chemistry and high-energy performance make them a must-see act, blending storytelling with heavy-hitting instrumentals.

TICKETS HERE: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40863727

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26th September 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents

CRIME & THE CITY SOLUTION

+ special guests TBA

Thurs 2nd Oct

The Ferret, Preston

£15 adv / more on the door

Tickets: 

Crime & the City Solution are an Australian rock band formed in late 1977 by singer-songwriter and mainstay Simon Bonney. They disbanded in 1979 leaving only bootleg recordings and demos. In late 1983, Bonney travelled to London and in 1985 he formed a new version of the group in the U.K. which included members of Nick Cave’s recently disbanded The Birthday Party; later they transferred to Berlin, where they issued four albums – Room of Lights (1986), Shine (1988), The Bride Ship (1989) and Paradise Discotheque (1990) – before disbanding again in 1991. In 2012, Bonney reformed the band in Detroit with two veterans of its Berlin era and a handful of new members.

Crime & The City Solution have a long history of recruiting songwriting heavyweights including Rowland S. Howard (The Birthday Party) and Alexander Hacke (Einstürzende Neubauten) and the band now reaches its sixth incantation with members Bronwyn Adams (violin and vocals), Josh Murphy (guitar), having teamed up with lead mastermind Simon Bonney to release new music via the revered Mute Records.

The Crime acoustic dates are, explains Bonney “born of a want to play the songs as they were first written - in a lounge room on an acoustic guitar - to create an intimate atmosphere that captures the simple joy of friends playing together for friends, unmediated by technology.”

Bonney has said, “we will be opening with a selection of acoustic renderings and then turning up to 11 and closing out the set with a full-throttle electric set of classic Crime controlled chaos.”

"… expert at locating something holy in the rubble"

— Uncut 8/10 on American Twilight

"Widescreen, complex and often breathtaking in scope and attack"

— Record Collector 4/5 on American Twilight

"If Crime & The City Solution wanted to show the world that they were back, loud and still willing to sprinkle a bit of magical dust onto a holy book and invoke the devil, their Friday night in London was a success."

— Music OMH live review of 2012 London performance

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41049835

The Ferret presents:

HEAVY LUNGS

+ Guests

Tuesday, 7th October 2025

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: www.skiddle.com/e/41018136

HEAVY LUNGS

Heavy Lungs bring raw, loud and uncompromising energy to their shows taking influence from the rowdy and liberating gigs of the 80s and 90s. Rising brutally fast from the get-go, they have shared stages with comrades IDLES, The Oh Sees, METZ, JOHN and more.

The band are now touring their explosive, furiously fun and unique brand of punk extensively across the UK and Europe. Fresh off the back of their 2023 critically acclaimed debut album 'All Gas No Brakes' released with Alcopop! records, they have gone on to receive significant attention from the likes of Steve Lamacq and Iggy Pop. Heavy Lungs is a rock'n'roll sandwich you didn't know you needed, but now it's in your lunchbox every day.

Tinnitus or a relentless earworm for days to come, a Heavy Lungs show is one to remember. 

'A real Whammerbanger!'  - IGGY POP

'Biting powerful punk that seeing frontman Danny Nedelko snarling' - DIY

'Chaotic brilliance, made up of tempestuous distortion and hellish wails' - Stereoboard

'Their music taps the same vital energy as the pioneering post-punk of Joy Division, rambunctious squall of Iceage, and uncompromising attitude of IDLES' – Bristol In Stereo

'Imagine going toe to toe with Minor Threat and early Black Flag, this is raw, uncompromising punk rock.' - HMV

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HEAVY LUNGS + Guests

Tuesday 7th October, 2025

Doors 7pm

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41018136

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The BellRays

+ Special guests TBA!

Thursday, 9th October 2025

Tickets: theferret.live/listings/bellrays

Originating from Riverside, California, the BellRays have been mixing punk, rock and soul with the unique authenticity that has made them who they are today. “We created a band and music based on what we love.” – explain Lisa Kekaula and Robert Vennum, the founding members of The BellRays. The tradition that the band continued over the last thirty years inspired them to infuse their influences. It’s in their DNA. The sound can be described by one simple formula: Emotion + energy = excitement. Their latest album, Heavy Steady Go! strictly follows this rule but also, provides new coloring and shades to the well-beloved formula. “We’ve heard ourselves described by some variation as ‘Tina Turner fronting AC/DC’ or ‘Motorhead meets Aretha Franklin’ which comes with an expectation to be that every time.” – explains Robert Vennum. “We are expected to be something that does not exist.”

According to Lisa Kekaula: “We stand apart and reactions like ‘not punk enough’, ‘not rock enough’, and ‘THAT’S not soul’ only fuel us more. We revel in our fearlessness to share what’s in our heads and hearts whether it’s understood or not. The most important thing is that we believe what we write and what we play. Our songwriting comes from a place that’s really deep and wide and in Heavy Steady Go! We realized that what we had created came from the impact point of this crater.” 

Heavy Steady Go! is described by the two as ‘a festival in album form’ and ‘powerfully concentrated rock and roll’. Robert and Lisa explain that with these songs “we pay homage to Tom Petty, Bon Scott, Fleetwood Mac, Howlin’ Wolf, Cheap Trick, Betty Davis, and dozens of others that inspired this album. We wrote and crafted these songs looking at ourselves through the lens of the iconic sounds we heard growing up.”

Check out these vids as a taster of what to expect - 

Black Lightning - 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h75r0h5EEVY

Revolution Get Down - 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tAPLISsKwo 

On Top - 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OJq_pSWhu8

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The BellRays

The Ferret, Preston

Thursday, 9th October 2025

Tickets: theferret.live/listings/bellrays

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

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

MVT presents:

Bilk

🗓️Friday 10th October

📍The Ferret, Preston

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41099616

Bilk are an exciting rock and roll band hailing from Chelmsford, Essex. Fusing elements of rock and roll, punk, indie and rap, Bilk’s style can never be pigeon holed. Fronted by charismatic lead singer and guitarist Sol Abrahams and backed by Luke Hare on bass guitar and Harry Gray on drums, Bilk’s music speaks to the youth of today with relatable songs about partying, love, growing up and life in modern Britain in general amongst other things. 

The MVT Presents Bilk tour is the first to be funded by the Liveline Fund which was created by MVT and live music advocates Save Our Scene (SOS) to distribute funding directly to grassroots venues, artists and promoters with financial support raised by contributions from arena and stadium ticket sales. Artists including Sam Fender, Katy Perry, Coldplay, and Enter Shikari were early adopters of the Grassroots Levy and have enabled Liveline to begin fuelling the future of UK grassroots music.

The tour will enable the Essex-born band to do a much longer tour than usual, returning to some of the venues that supported them early in their career as well as towns and cities they would not have been able to otherwise. In 2024, MVT revealed that just 12 locations, all of them major cities, remained as primary and secondary touring circuit stops, acting as regular hosts to grassroots tours. 

Rebecca Walker, Live Projects (MVT), said “For the last four years MVT has been building relationships and partnerships through our Revive Live and United by Music projects to explore how best to deliver economically viable, sustainable, touring activity. Working with grassroots artists, agents, managers, promoters, and venues, we are practically demonstrating the positive impact that contributions from arena and stadium ticket levies can have for the Grassroots Sector when we act collaboratively.”

Speaking about the tour Bilk’s lead singer, guitarist and songwriter Sol Abrahams said “This tour is obviously gonna be chaos. We’ve been wanting to do a tour of grassroots venues for a while as we’ve seen a lot of these places keep closing down and it ain’t good for music. 

“Everyone deserves a chance to grow and get seen by people if the music is good and the grassroots venues are instrumental in that for upcoming bands and artists. When we were coming up as a band, those are the places we’d play week in and week out. With small venues closing it’s going to be harder for good, organic music made by musicians from normal backgrounds to get out there and leave upcoming artists hopelessly banking on a viral TikTok for exposure or being an industry plant. We need real life, we need real energy, real connection, in the flesh, in person. That’s what it’s about. That’s why we’re doing this. It’s gonna be sweaty, intimate and a good time so to our fans, we’ll see you there”

The Liveline Fund is committed to delivering the best new and emerging live music back into the UK’s towns and cities. Working with artists, venues, and promoters, Liveline is building models of best practice to revive live music in communities right across the country.

George Fleming, founder of Save Our Scene, said: “This is exactly what The Liveline Fund was created for - to bring ambitious, nationwide tours back to life. Once a staple of the live music scene, these kinds of 20 date runs have become almost impossible due to soaring costs. Liveline is here to change that — fuelling artists, venues and promoters across the country, especially in places that have been overlooked for too long.”

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MVT presents:

Bilk

🗓️Friday 10th October

📍The Ferret, Preston

TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41099616

Gama Bomb + Raised By Owls

On sale NOW!

Saturday, 11th October 2025

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

“After a few years' break from touring Blighty, we're excited to return to the land of Greggs and be joined by the lovely and brain-bruisingly heavy lads of Raised By Owls for a heap of shows in 2025.

Perhaps more illustriously, we're dragging their filthy British asses to Ireland for three glorious shows on our sceptred isle. Who's better - Britain or Ireland? We'll finally find out on this tour. Except, it's Ireland."

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The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 11th October 2025

https://skiddle.com/e/40545732

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

Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Hello Bastards x The Ferret =

SMOTE

PRIMITIVE KNOT

+ MORE TO COME

19th October 2025

The Ferret, Preston

SMOTE:

‘Clyppan’ is an Old English verb meaning “to embrace” or “to clasp.” It also referred to an ancient ritual in which people gathered in a circle, singing together around a sacred shrine. It’s a fitting title for the latest release from Newcastle’s Smote – a visceral document of the band’s electrifying live set, captured within the walls of London’s Bear Bites Horse recording studio.

Following the release of their acclaimed 2024 album ‘A Grand Stream’, Smote embarked on an intensive tour schedule, refining their live performance along the way into something transcendental – a full-spectrum psychic voyage. Anyone who caught them at Supernormal, Supersonic, or this year’s Roadburn Festival can attest: Smote are an unforgettable sonic presence, a near religious experience.

Recognising the urgency and potency of the band’s current live form, Rocket Recordings encouraged Smote’s founder and sonic architect Dan Foggin to document their live set in the studio. It was a sound too powerful to be left undocumented – it was something that needed to be clasped for future generations. 

On January 22, 2025 – the day before their thunderous performance at London’s ICA alongside labelmates Teeth Of The Sea – the four members of Smote entered Bear Bites Horse studio. With producer Wayne Adams at the controls, they laid down a live set brimming with raw, elemental power.

What emerged is ‘Clyppan’ – four drone-and-repetition driven incantations, distilled from the primal essence of Smote’s sound. These tracks channel something ancient and urgent, summoning spirits and revelations in their wake. It’s music as ritual, as invocation – pure aural sorcery.

So gather together. Form a circle. Join hands. And embrace the ecstatic, untamed energy of Smote in their most untethered and primal form.

Video:

https://youtu.be/k2AkgVH_l9Y

PRIMITIVE KNOT:

Songs for an age of weaponised mirrors which endlessly reflect our inner darkness. An age where we are free to own our hate and, in turn, to be pwned by a higher hate. We will never be fooled again. Because our actions will bring about our destruction.

“Never has a steady drift into existential nihilism felt so very satisfying.” - Louder Than War

TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/41127844

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

Body horror

+ Guests!

Thu 30th Oct 2025

The Ferret, Preston

£6 adv / more on the door

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/e/41130536

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“Body Horror deal in a hard electro based type of rhythmical post punk, a type of savage New Order soundtrack overlayed by an unrepentant snarl” - Steve Lamacq BBC Radio 6 

Body Horror met by chance when three members happened to move into the same Tottenham warehouse in 2016. Bonded by a passion for not sleeping and getting weird at techno parties, the post-punk songs they’d been writing gradually took more and more influence from raves. Before long they’d picked up a drum machine and a couple of synths and were pairing industrial beats and sequenced synths with sharp guitars, demented themes and feral vocal hooks. Body Horror found themselves at a crossroad between The Prodigy and The Birthday Party, and having released a few singles we’ll soon see their first proper release with a self-titled EP in 2025. 

As can be heard in their last single Goodboy, Gethyn Thomas’s vocal style has moved more towards a rapping style; the vocalist’s Welsh dialect coming out in the verses as the lyrics pop through with a much faster, more rhythmical flow. That’s an approach he aims to lean further into with the upcoming EP; Thomas saying “All the tracks are written by building the rhythm and beats first, front and centre. So it just felt natural for the vocals to move in that direction. I wasn’t consciously trying to rap, it just became similar to rapping because I was enjoying creating the flows so much”. 

This melding of the aforementioned Post-Punk influences, with Techno-inspired beats and the rap-adjacent lyrical style hits hard and feels as fresh as anything else around right now, the band having formed a cult-following around London for their pumping live shows.

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Body horror

+ Guests!

Thu 30th Oct 2025

The Ferret, Preston

£6 adv / more on the door

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/e/41130536

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Pioneers of the 90s Brit Pop movement, The Real People are one of the most respected and influential bands of the past 35 years.

The Ferret + Selective Agency present:

THE REAL PEOPLE

2025 Tour

Sat 1st Nov
The Ferret, Preston

Tickets £19.50 + bf
On sale Friday 25th April!

The Real People, pioneers of the 90's Brit pop movement, were formed by Tony and Chris Griffiths in 1988. 

Signed to CBS in Dec 1989 they released their eponymous debut album including the singles Window Pane, Open Up Your Mind and The Truth in 1991.

The band then embarked on a series of successful British, European, American and Japanese tours, also appearing at Glastonbury and supporting major artists such as The Pixies, David Bowie and Inspiral Carpets to name a few.

The Realies (as they are known to their fans) then recorded their second album Marshmallow Lane with the help of legendary producer Jimmy Miller (Rolling Stones etc). This album provided the Top 40 single 'Believer'.

Whilst touring with Inspiral Carpets, Chris and Tony took the then Inspirals roadie Noel Gallagher under their wing, along with his brother Liam and the rest of Oasis. The Real People invited Oasis into their studio to develop and record the new band, resulting in the now famous Live Demonstration Tape which subsequently secured them a major deal with Alan McGee and Creation Records. Once signed by Creation, Chris and Tony were instrumental in the recording of Oasis' first single 'Supersonic', with Tony providing the backing vocals. Chris also co-wrote the B-side to 'Roll With It' entitled 'Rockin' Chair' which helped set Oasis on the path to becoming world wide stars and the biggest band of the past 30 years. The Real People also inspired several other Oasis songs such as 'Columbia' and 'Don't Go Away'.

The Liverpool brothers who set Oasis on course for stardom (BBC): https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp9rmxlve9ko 

Around this time Chris and Tony continued writing and developing other artists - including writing a Top 10 single for Cher. 

In 1996 The Real People signed to MGL Records and released their third album 'What's On The Outside' which included the singles 'Rolling Stone', 'Rayners Lane' and 'People In The Telly'. The band also embarked on tours including numerous tours with their good friends Ocean Colour Scene, Paul Weller and Simple Minds.

The Real People continued writing and touring for the next few years resulting in their now cult following and new albums 'Think Positive' and 'Monday Morning Breakdown'.

If you haven't heard The Realies before, you really should. But don't take our word for it - please read this Jon Robb article for Louder Than War setting out why The Real People are one of the most respected and influential bands of the past 35 years: https://louderthanwar.com/the-real-people-live-review

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The Ferret + Selective Agency present:

THE REAL PEOPLE
2025 Tour

Sat 1st Nov
The Ferret, Preston

Tickets £19.50 + bf
On sale Friday 25th April.

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

Mobius Loop

Peaceful World Tour

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 15th November

Doors 7PM

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Mobius-Loop--Peaceful-World-Tour-2025--PRESTON/41044656/

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This Autumn 2025, Mobius Loop launch their brand new music and embark on their next performance adventure with the 'Peaceful World Tour!'

The trio, celebrated as “Preston’s most successful band,” create gloriously eccentric folk stories, fusing world music and conscious rap with eruptions of free-form dance charged with an intimately powerful and intense energetic live performance.

Expect a night of ecstatic dancing, majestic melodies, epic beats and vibrant voices all woven together in this call for a peaceful world!

🗓️Catch them at #TheFerret on the 15th November.

🎟️Tickets: www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Mobius-Loop--Peaceful-World-Tour-2025--PRESTON/41044656/

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Mobius Loop

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday 15th November 2025

Tickets: www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Mobius-Loop--Peaceful-World-Tour-2025--PRESTON/41044656/

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Young Knives

The Ferret, Preston

Wednesday, 19th November

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40836885

It’s impossible to nail Young Knives down to a genre. Ever faithful to their manifesto “Young Knives: Not a band, not music, not art”. Elements of rock, post-punk, electronic music and everything in-between…

Mercury prize nominated outfit Young Knives, brothers Henry Dartnall and Thomas Bonsu-Dartnall, have been pushing musical boundaries since 1998, delivering a unique blend of post-punk energy and experimental artistry.

Following their critically acclaimed 2020 album 'Barbarians', Young Knives are back with their sixth studio album, 'Landfill', set for release on January 24, 2025. The upcoming album delves into themes of existence and legacy, reflecting the band's introspective and philosophical approach to music. The lead single, 'Dissolution', offers a glimpse into their latest creative journey, combining deep lyrical content with engaging melodies. 

“Through this album’s many twists and turns there runs a streak of brilliant inventiveness. They’ve found some reasons to be cheerful again, and the result is their most uplifting – and arguably their best – work yet” – DIY

Don't miss this chance to experience Young Knives live, as they bring their new material and classic hits to The Ferret's stage. 

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Young Knives

The Ferret, Preston

Wednesday, 19th November

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40836885

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Pentire

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 22nd November

Doors 7PM

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40837372

Pentire are an indie band who make pop songs for the post-jangle generation through the smiles and sweat of the mosh pit. This Herefordshire four-piece tell cheap lager-soaked stories of student life, a small-town upbringing, and the innocence of youth.

Brought up on a diet of The Killers, Paolo Nutini and Stereophonics, frontman and principal songwriter Jack formed a band with his best mate Owen in the sleepy town of Ross-on-Wye. The two friends met drummer Jake and bass player Jacob whilst at university, which cemented the four-piece that is now selling out venues across the UK.

With support from BBC Radio 1, Pentire completed a landmark sold-out UK tour in early 2024, including a full house for their hometown show at the infamous 'Thekla'.

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Pentire

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday 22nd November 2025

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40837372

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

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.