Event type: Music

Liverpool’s own Paul Dunbar returns with a powerful night of soul-infused rock and blues, celebrating the release of his brand-new solo album, The End.

Fresh off the back of two critically acclaimed singles – ‘Mountain’ and ‘Cities’ – which have earned global radio play, Dunbar is a force to be reckoned with. His commanding voice, often likened to Springsteen, Joe Cocker and Otis Redding, delivers raw emotion and grit, backed by songwriting that’s both heartfelt and razor-sharp.

A seasoned performer on the UK and European circuit, Dunbar has graced festival stages, headlined shows, and supported legends like Frank Turner, King King, Big Country, and Martha Reeves & The Vandellas. With two full-length albums and a string of singles released with his alt-rock outfit The Black Winter Band, The End marks a bold new chapter – an album that showcases his evolution as a songwriter and producer.

Expect a full band of top-tier musicians and a night of music that hits hard, lifts spirits, and stays with you long after the final note.

 

Some transmissions don’t come through a radio. They arrive in a dream, unannounced, and crystal clear.

Born in Nairobi and reborn in America, J.S. (Jet Stone) Ondara’s path has always been one of restless searching – from discovering Bob Dylan in a teenage dispute to teaching himself guitar after moving to Minneapolis alone, eventually earning a Grammy nomination for his debut album Tales of America and sharing stages with Neil Young, The Lumineers, and Lindsey Buckingham.

After years of quiet searching and restless wandering, Ondara returns to the stage transformed. Following his Rebirth Tour, he stepped away from the spotlight, journeying across continents in pursuit of new personal and creative horizons. From that search, he emerges as Jet Stone – his true name – stepping into a new chapter with his new band project, The Jet Stone Conspiracy.

This Winter, Ondara will embark on the first full-band project tour of his career. This special run is more than just a series of concerts; it’s an invitation into a world rebuilt from the ground up. A chance to witness a rare moment of transformation in real time. Each night, Ondara, now performing as Jet Stone, will breathe new life into beloved songs from his catalog while offering a first look at new material from his upcoming debut as The Jet Stone Conspiracy.

For longtime fans, it’s an opportunity to reconnect with the music that started it all — now charged with a fresh, urgent energy. For new listeners, it’s an entry point into an evolving story of transformation, reinvention, and artistic freedom.

 

 

With self-effacing humour and stories told of growing up on a remote Irish Island Niall McCabe possess an effortless charm which both captivates and liberates his audience. Like the wild Atlantic landscape of his home McCabe’s songs feel timeless and natural yet bely the dense shaping of a dynamic creative force.

Deft, intricate guitar work brings a lightness to the weight of Island isolation yet the sound, soul and stories of McCabe’s life and experiences breathe a deep cultured sense of discernment through his vocals. His natural distinct voice is earning him a growing loyal fanbase, discovering his music as he travels extensively, with his recent album tour schedule bringing him to venture off the Island, across Ireland, UK, Europe and North America.

As well as becoming an accomplished finger-style guitar player, Niall has been lending his unique voice to Irish trad-fusion band ‘Beoga’, touring Ireland, Europe and the USA while also playing support for Ed Sheeran, Foy Vance and Johnny Swim and more recently opening for Chris Issak on his UK Tour, to two sold out audiences at Eventim Apollo London and Wolverhampton Civic Halls. McCabe’s eagerly anticipated ‘Rituals’ album was released in February 2023 to critical acclaim and featured as RTE Album of the Week, while the song Rituals topped the RTE Radio airplay charts for five consecutive weeks.

 

An evening of exceptional music from Tarren and the National Youth Folk Ensemble, presented by the English Folk Dance and Song Society.

Bristol-based Tarren are an ambassador for New-Folk; making music that is fresh and dynamic, rooted in the English tradition. Sid Goldsmith, Alex Garden and Danny Pedler incorporate minimalist musical forms into traditional-inspired material, producing music that draws the listener in, weaving intricate themes throughout tunes and creating songs that have traditional dance at their heart. 

The National Youth Folk Ensemble brings together talented young folk musicians from across England. They create their own contemporary takes on traditional tunes from Britain and beyond, with a sound that is distinctive, joyful and diverse. The Ensemble aims to nurture their talents, aspirations and creativity, enabling them to develop into folk performers, educators and leaders of the future. These exceptional 14-19-year-olds meet four times a year for intensive weeks of music-making, led by Artistic Director Jo Freya with top musicians and educators.

Andy Fairweather Low came to prominence as the lead singer in Amen Corner. The 60s saw them clock up hit after pop hit and songs such as ‘Bend Me Shape Me’, ‘Hello Suzy’ and ‘(If Paradise Is) Half As Nice’ are internationally remembered to this day. But if you were paying close attention, you might have picked up a clue in their first single, the magnificent ‘Gin House’, as to Andy’s future musical collaborations.

Since the early days, Andy has gone on to work with Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, David Crosby, The Band, Elton John, Roger Waters, David Gilmour, The Who, BB King, Joe Cocker, Steve Winwood, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Joe Satriani, Jeff Beck, The Impressions, Lonnie Donegan, Mary J. Blige, Georgie Fame, Bonnie Raitt, Otis Rush, Van Morrison, Chris Barber, Jackson Browne, Bill Wyman, Sheryl Crow, Pete Townshend, Kate Bush – and literally hundreds more.  

Now following a solo path, his first solo album in 24 years, Sweet Soulful Music, was released late in 2007, followed by The Very Best Of Andy Fairweather Low.

Five years ago, Tian Qiyi performed in the Music Room, unveiling their distinctive experimental fusion of erhu, yangqin and morin khuur with dub basslines, live loops and post-punk energy – a bold step in reimagining Chinese traditional music.

Their roots, however, reach back to Liverpool’s 2008 Capital of Culture, when the Pagoda Youth Orchestra joined forces with the Chinese Dub Commission and bass pioneer Jah Wobble, planting the seeds of the cross-cultural sound Tian Qiyi would later develop.

Since then, the brothers have earned international acclaim – their 2023 debut album Red Mist and 2025’s Songs for Workers both received Songlines’ ‘Top of the World’ recognition. They have appeared at leading festivals, while receiving airplay and support from BBC Radio 6 Music and Radio X.

In the Year of the Horse 2026, Tian Qiyi return, joined by Jah Wobble on bass, celebrating a lineage of creativity first sparked in Liverpool and now resonating worldwide.

Step back into the era of glitter balls and groove – Lost in Music is back with a brand-new, high-energy show that’s bigger, bolder, and more dazzling than ever!

Join us for a spectacular night of non-stop disco anthems as our sensational live band, powerhouse vocalists, and vibrant production bring the magic of the 70s back to life. Feel the rush as we reignite the dance floor with iconic hits from Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Chic, Sister Sledge and many more.

Slip into your sequins, channel your inner disco diva and celebrate the golden age of disco like never before. From the infectious joy of ‘I Will Survive’ to the euphoric energy of ‘Le Freak’ and ‘Boogie Wonderland’ – every moment is a glittering throwback to pure feel-good vibes.

This is the ultimate disco celebration, so let your hair down and let’s get Lost in Music.

The legendary and defining funk, soul and disco band Earth, Wind & Fire will be celebrated live on stage in a show created by their iconic guitarist Al McKay.

The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience reincarnates the spirit of the original band, powerfully delivering hit after hit of the supergroup’s iconic songs with their authentic feel. Audiences will be treated to a show packed with Earth, Wind & Fire’s most iconic hits including ‘After The Love Has Gone’, ‘Let’s Groove’, ‘Can’t Let Go’, ‘September’, and more.

The Earth, Wind & Fire Experience began in the 1990s following Grammy award-winning Al McKay’s departure from the original Earth, Wind & Fire in the 1980s, having been a member through their most successful years and shaping their energetic sound with his renowned guitar playing.

Over the years, in different incarnations – featuring a who’s who of the most influential funk and soul musicians of their time curated by McKay – the Experience has toured around the world to sold out audiences. The touring group currently consists of an all-star line-up, including the legendary vocalists Tim Owens, DeVere Duckett, Claude Woods as well as former Earth, Wind & Fire member Gregory Moore.