UPCOMING EVENTS

The Down By Here Open Mic
Aug
12

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Pictish Trail + HMS Morris + Crash Tonic
Aug
14

Pictish Trail + HMS Morris + Crash Tonic

Pictish Trail, AKA Johnny Lynch, has just completed work on a brand-new album — LIFE SLIME —  a sticky, shimmering swirl of sound and oooze (both metaphorical and literal). To celebrate, he returns to the stage in 2026 accompanied by his full live band. These shows bring the new songs to life in bold, expansive form — rhythmic, euphoric and immersive, balancing motorik pulse with warped pop melody and raw emotional release. Expect tenderness, weirdness, and a generous dollop of goo.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Aug
15

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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Nasanjargal Ganbold & Johanni Curtet X Oh Mr James
Aug
16

Nasanjargal Ganbold & Johanni Curtet X Oh Mr James

𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐗 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Following the latest residency collaboration at The Cornish Bank, where Nasanjargal Ganbold, Johanni Curtet and Oh Mr James will spend a week creating new work, the three artists will come together to perform in both Falmouth, Cornwall and then here in Swansea, South Wales.

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Aug
19

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Celtic Vagabond + Wild Eyed, Wicked & Oblivious
Aug
21

Celtic Vagabond + Wild Eyed, Wicked & Oblivious

Retro-celtic non-traditional sci-fi psychedelic rock and roll bubblegum fusion. A mix of Irish, folk and rock’n’roll tradition, in a retro futurist cinemagraphic universe… A celtic, 50’s sci-fi, electric experience fuelled by hundreds of years of cultural heritage and half a century’s worth of genre inspiration, Celtic Vagabond are a dazzling display of pure unadulterated love for our collective musical roots and a deeply-rooted nostalgia for the bands of our childhood.

P@ddy “King of the Rocket Men” O’Turner brings his own very personal angle to traditional Irish music, Like no other. The seventh son of the seventh son of a guitar maker, dragged around folk festivals as a young boy and made to learn the violin. He was usually the bow going in the wrong direction in the orchestra so gave up violin forever (or so he thought at the time) in favour of a guitar. He learned to rock, he learned to roll, he learned to set houses on fire.

Amos “The Mad Scientist” Von Furon, a student of the musical arts brings to the table a timeless mix of both old and new instruments, paying homage to folk tradition while pulling us gently into the future with otherworldly sounds seemingly taken directly from space itself.

Nino “El Baterista” Del Garcia Del Gomez. He hits stuff. A very serious percussionist. Just out of prison. Don’t mess with him.

Support comes from Wild Eyed, Wicked & Oblivious

Wild Eyed, Wicked And Oblivious are a great band to see live. Original, quirky folk music with great harmonies, and a wonderful sense of fun. Toe tapping, sing along songs. Their music is refreshingly different.

Folk with a hint of 60's harmonies, African rhythums, ska, a tea chest bass, and electronic wind instrument, 12 and six sting acoustic guitars, mandolin and a great percussion.....Singing tales about nature, the past, peace, love, mysterious things and zulu dreams. They encourage singing along, dancing without light pollution , and a copper-waltz.

Wild Eyed, Wicked And Oblivious are a great band to see live. Original, quirky folk music with great harmonies, and a wonderful sense of fun. Toe tapping, sing along songs. Their music is refreshingly different.

Folk with a hint of 60's harmonies, African rhythums, ska, a tea chest bass, and electronic wind instrument, 12 and six sting acoustic guitars, mandolin and a great percussion.....Singing tales about nature, the past, peace, love, mysterious things and zulu dreams. We encourage singing along, dancing without light pollution , and a copper-waltz.

Wild Eyed, Wicked and Oblivious blend original lyrics, with tight harmonies and changing lead voices, that rise to simple repetitive choruses that can be quickly learnt, with great rhythms and strong percussion, making it impossible not to tap and dance along. The Ewi and it's the massive range of moods, combines with Islywn’s home made tea crate base... a single string held taught above a hefty rectangular sounding box, something so simple shouldn’t be so good but it is....

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Aug
26

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Aug
29

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Sept
2

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Earthball + Mook + Future Blood Free Movement
Sept
5

Earthball + Mook + Future Blood Free Movement

“The band sound as if they’re tunnelling against time, tearing through walls of ancient stone, chased by the fiery liquid of the planet’s collapsing core.” The Quietus

“The first EarthBall album I heard took me back in time, its fusion of free jazz sax & NY-style noise placing me nearly 30 years ago in a packed crowd at Camden’s Jazz Café” Stewart Lee

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Sept
9

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Sept
12

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Sept
16

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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An Evening with Samatar Elmi: Agen Bien Fou and Reclamations
Sept
17

An Evening with Samatar Elmi: Agen Bien Fou and Reclamations

We’re thrilled to invite you to come and join the award-winning writer, musician and educator Samatar Elmi for his Swansea debut.

As part of a large national tour, he will be in Swansea 2026, reading from a pair of collections (Agen Bien Fou, Kulvert Books, 2026; Reclamations: Disregard Prior Prompt, Aout Fecit, 2026).

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Sept
23

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Sept
26

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Sept
30

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Oct
7

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Oct
10

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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Greg Coulson
Oct
18

Greg Coulson

For fans who appreciate quality music, Greg Coulson is an artist who never disappoints.
Greg Coulson is a British musical powerhouse - an expressive singer-songwriter and dynamic performer who blends soul and classic rock with the groove of blues, funk and jazz. Known for his mesmerising stage presence and unique sound, Greg has quickly established himself as one of the UK’s most exciting and versatile musicians.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Oct
24

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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Steve Jinski
Oct
25

Steve Jinski

Steve Jinski is a songwriter, singer, performer, musician and music educator. His music is born of the singer songwriter tradition drawing on influences that include acoustic, folk, Americana, indie and blues but still he retains his own unique voice.

Playing ‘live’ Steve accompanies himself on acoustic guitar and piano. Added to the mix you’ll hear the occasional acapella tune, a wailing harmonica, a couple of interesting cover versions, some tall tales and a positive vibe. His narrative driven lyrics and expressive vocals make him one of the UK’s most engaging ‘live’ performers.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Nov
7

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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Katey Brooks
Nov
17

Katey Brooks

“A once-a-generation talent” Henry Yates (NME, Guardian)

Growing up inside a cult, Katey Brooks found refuge in song. A rebellious artist that resists formula, the powerful (Evening Standard) award-winning singer, songwriter & producer brings a seamless blend of Americana, Folk and Pop to listeners’ ears, which has earned her radio play from BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2, 6music, Canada’s CBC, Jazz FM, and Amazing Radio amongst many others.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Nov
21

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Dec
5

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Aug
5

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Aug
1

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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Sump + Wild Eyed, Wicked & Oblivious + Dark And Twisties
Jul
31

Sump + Wild Eyed, Wicked & Oblivious + Dark And Twisties

SUMP are one of Swansea's most mysterious bands. Sounding unlike any other local band, when asked for a description we were simply told:

‘Bon Jovi meets Iron Maiden’

Don't be fooled though. Incredible musicianship, soaring vocals and catchy hooks fit around a heavy yet melodic sound which touches on classic rock, psych, stoner and prog while still maintaining its originality. Not to be missed.

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Jul
29

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Jul
22

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School
Jul
18

Yscolan: Ceri Rhys Matthews' Welsh Folk Tune School

Learn Swansea’s songs in a relaxed environment/Dysgwch ganeuon Abertawe mewn amgylchedd hamddenol.

Bring your own instrument – all abilities welcome. £15 for a two-hour session/Dewch â’ch offeryn eich hun – croeso i bob gallu. £1 am sesiwn dwy awr.

Fortnightly on Saturday at 12:00/Bob pythefnos ar ddydd Sadwrn am 12:00

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Jul
15

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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The Down By Here Open Mic
Jul
8

The Down By Here Open Mic

The Down By Here Open Mic!

Full backline is available so whatever your setup we are confident we can cater for you - though if you are in a nine-piece funk band maybe just give us a heads up to let us know you are coming!

Free drink for every performer. 7.30pm start.

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