Bone Broke Kings are a Sheffield-based Blues Rock band influenced by The Black Keys, Black Pistol Fire, The White Stripes, Cream, Rival Sons and Led Zeppelin. Since releasing their debut album in 2022, they’ve gained a strong local following and are at the forefront of Sheffield’s thriving Blues Rock scene. With their dynamic sound and electrifying performances, Bone Broke Kings are rapidly emerging as one of the most exciting new bands to watch.

Lightning Threads are a Sheffield-based blues-rock power trio inspired by The Black Keys, Gary Clark Jr., Cream and The Doors. Since forming in 2019, they’ve headlined iconic venues like The Leadmill and The Greystones and played major festivals, supporting acts such as Bez, Beans on Toast and Sandi Thom. Known for face-melting guitars, groove-laden basslines and a multi-instrumentalist drummer, their energetic electric blues captivate audiences.

The Fargo Railroad Co. are southern rock masters blending country rock and blues, inspired by Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Allman Brothers, Cash and Dylan. Fans of Blackberry Smoke and Jason Isbell will appreciate their classic lineup of guitars, drums and bass, delivering songs of life’s struggles and triumphs. With two studio albums, a live record, UK-wide gigs, international tours, and a Hayseed Dixie support slot, their latest album, Time and Grace, debuted in spring 2024. Hailing from Sheffield, they carry forward the city’s rich musical legacy while captivating audiences with their authentic and heartfelt sound.

“A thunderous, delightfully messy mix of indie, garage-rock, blues and grunge” - Pirate Studios. Yorkshire’s FloodHounds deliver stomping fuzzed-up indie guitar, savage riffs and hook-heavy choruses in electrifying live shows.Their punk-infused, melodic tunes linger long after the gig. The trio has rocked stages across the UK, including the Isle of Wight, Liverpool Sound City, Live at Leeds and Tramlines Fringe, sharing stages with bands like Demob Happy and Kid Kapichi. They’ve also played Parisian venues Supersonic and Le Truskel.

Northern Citizens are a 5-piece rock covers band. Playing classic tunes from The Beatles to rocked up versions of popular songs from across the decades, there is something for everyone.

Solo acoustic covers.

Eboney Jayne O’Brien is a Sheffield vocalist who has had a huge passion for singing since a very young age. At the age of eleven, Eboney Jayne was performing as Cher on ITV’s ‘Stars In Their Eyes Kids’ then some years later in 2022, Eboney appeared again on ITV on ‘Starstruck’ performing as Amy Winehouse. Eboney Jayne performs regularly at venues in the UK doing what she loves and cannot wait until she’s on the stage singing at the Great British Beer festival.

Kiziah and the Kings are an eclectic fusion band playing reggae, funk-rock and everything from Ska to Soul.

Soul Battalion are a dynamic 8-piece Soul & Motown band delivering a 100% live, high-energy show featuring over 28 dancefloor classics from legends like The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner and The Four Tops. With electrifying horns, silky strings and authentic female vocals, they bring the magic of the 60s and 70s to theatres, festivals, weddings and celebrations. The band ensures every performance is unforgettable and guarantees a set filled with timeless hits and pure joy!

The Leptons are a three-piece function/pub/wedding/private party band based in South Yorkshire.

Beautifully soulful, with a contemporary Latino vibe.

Formed in 1911, the Maltby Miners Welfare Band is still going strong after more than 100 years. The band is based in Maltby, a town six miles from Rotherham in South Yorkshire. They are active as both a contesting band and a concert band, performing mainly in South Yorkshire and the surrounding counties at Galas and fetes, park bandstands, churches, and village halls and have a regular spot at Rotherham Civic Theatre.

Matilda Shakes are an anthemic indie rock band based in Sheffield. The band utilises punchy driven guitars, raucous riffs, pounding drums and huge singalong choruses to get adrenaline pumping and crowds bouncing. The band have played sold out shows in their hometown and beyond including main stage slots at Sheffield’s historic venue The Leadmill and O2 Academy.

Republic, a high energy 5 - piece covers bands based in Doncaster. Playing The Stone Roses, Oasis, Fratellis, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, Primal Scream, Simple Minds, Stereophonics, David Bowie, Arctic Monkeys and many more.

Handsome Dan & the Mavericks deliver ska treats, with reggae heat while bringing that rocksteady beat. With an arsenal full of favourites from The Specials, Madness, Bad Manners, The Jam and more, expect party vibes all night!