Upcoming Events

The Arcadias return, with original high energy surfy, bluesy, punky Alternative Rock. This time they're ably supported by The Polyfillas.

As we continue our drive to be the home for new music in Gateshead, we are bringing three exciting future prospects to the Tuns stage.

This one is rescheduled from last year, and we can't wait. Blitzkrieg are a punk band with a long history, and have been recording and performing since the 70's. And of course we all know Yesterday's Heroes, as three of our own- Lewis Johnson, Tony and Scott Tulip and the rest of the band, bringing ... Read more

Undercover are a superb rock covers band, with a setlist that includes Van Halen, AC/DC, Thin Lizzy, Killers and many more.

Continuing our drive to make a home for new talent, we've again teamed up with CMS to turn the Tuns stage over to three very different acts.We have a solo acoustic set from Evie Ferro.We have a bit of something MUCH heavier from Drazner.and some rock originals and covers as we welcome Zipwire Angels back ... Read more

North East favourites return to the Tuns stage, with their eclectic mix of standards and unusual picks. From Pink Floyd to The Police; From ELO to Eagles, it's a varied setlist that also includes Sparks, Deep Purple and Emerson Lake and Palmer.

No intro necessary for Rigid Digits; impeccable Stiff Little Fingers tribute, and a great show.

335 Band are a new name, and we're going to be only their fifth gig, but when Pat McMahon brings a band to us, we're not going to say no. Joined by John Taylor on bass and Ian Hamilton on drums, we know we'll be in for a treat.

What a hoot these guys are, and always bring a lively show- and all in a good cause too!

Tubesnake are always a popular shout. Expect some Doors, Rolling Stones, REM and Bowie, among others.

Our partners at CMS have really gone to town on this one, with TEN acts on the list. Some of them are new to us, and some have become regular visitors. Why not coma along and see the future on north east music? Grace and Lexie. Dylan and Faith. Jude Mitchell.Pink Lemonade. Evie Ferro. Ponsaelius.Tormentor. ... Read more

Toxic are always able to get the Tuns filled, with one of the best punk covers setlists around.

You guys asked us for these back, and how could we resist. A rocking night of Red Hot Chili Peppers covers, guaranteed to impress.

A great night of Southern and Country Rock. Everything from Allman Brothers to Neil Young, via Blackberry Smoke, Eagles, Georgia Satellites, Steely Dan and so many more.

CANCELLED Yes, it is THAT Spike, frontman with North East greats The Qireboys.

These guys have quickly established themselves as Tuns favourites, with their fine mix of classic punk covers. Expect some Buzzcocks, Pistols, Stranglers, Ramones, Generation X and many more.

We're finishing off July with a BANG! with the return of everyone's favourite IRON MAIDEN tribute band Tyne Maiden, playing all the hits, some less heard anthems and some gems from all eras of the band.These guys are remarkable, and always draw a crowd and build a great atmosphere.

335 Band are a new name, but when Pat McMahon brings a band to us, we’re not going to say no. Joined by John Taylor on bass and Ian Hamilton on drums, we know we’ll be in for a treat. There'll be some Hendrix, Free, Cream, Steve Miller Band and lots more blues rock.

Great high energy classic rock and pop covers, from The Kinks to Killers.

The best of all things British from across the decades. There'll be plenty of Brit Pop, and classics from The Beatles, The Who, Paul Weller and many more gems.

Get a Grip are not just a superb Stranglers covers band (which they undoubtedly are), they also play a few bonus tracks from those other great punk acts too.

It's been such a long time since Prism played at The Tuns, so we're really stoked to announce their return. This is one of the best Pink Floyd tributes in the country- come and see for yourselves.

It seems like forever since we had the legend that is Jonny Boyle on the Tuns stage, so we thought it was time we put that right.

Mad Manners is a proper party with this one man Madness, Specials, Bad Manners and all things ska tribute show.

Double Denim invite you to experience their acoustic duo act by stepping back into the vibrant world of the 90's with their charming harmonies and playful arrangements of alternative pop, indie and dance music!

FIFTY CAL. are a band who play great punk covers from the likes of The Sex Pistols, The Damned, Stiff Little Fingers and The Ramones, with some punked up Jam, The Who and many more.

Guitar impresario and local legend Johnny Boyle makes his long overdue Three Tuns return!