Events

We all love some funked up Motown, rock and blues, and no one does it better than Hot Sauce. Stevies Wonder and Ray Vaughan, some Wild Cherry and so much more.

sorry- this event will be rescheduled in the new year.

Yes, you read that right. The Jexit are a Jam tribute, and they're coming all the way from Japan, and they loved The Tuns so much last time they're playing for us again. It is going to be very special.

This band needs NO introduction to anyone who's a Tuns regular. 1977 have been bringing their boundless energy to all the punk classics for many years, and it's always great to have them back.

Dreadnought take to the stage with some great rock covers. Expect a varied setlist that will probably feature some Foo Fighters, Van Halen, REM, Ramones, Green Day, Buzzcocks, Reef and lots of other bands you wouldn't expect on the same show

The excellent Zoinks bring an eclectic range of pop, rock, punk and new wave anthems. Tonight they're together with The Last Tomorrow and possibly more take to the Tuns stage.

The Hybrids have been bringing their great classic rock setlist to the Tuns for a while, and they never disappoint. Expect gems like Queen, Whitesnake, The Police, Dire Straits and many more.

A night of 80's classics; Duran Duran, Deacon Blue, Spandau Ballet, Tears for Fears, Human League and so many more. It was a great decade for music, and it'll be a night to look forward to.

Our crazy pals The Abominable Showmen bring the fun in the run up to Christmas with their annual festive frolics. There's always a great selection of rock tunes, and all for charity as ever.

Classic rock band Undercover make their Tuns debut this Friday. It's a set that includes Van Halen, Bryan Adams, Bon Jovi, Thin Lizzy, Killers, AC/DC and many more anthems.

We are beyond honoured that folk metal pioneers Skyclad have chosen The Three Tuns for their warm up gig before heading out on their tour. This is definitely not one to be missed.

Punk, New Wave and poppy classics. Expect some Blondie, Bowie and Buzzcocks and lots more besides.

A new one for The Tuns, this new band celebrates the best of North East music, from The Animals to Sam Fender, via Police, Dire Straits and Lindisfarne.

Perhaps the region’s most loved punk band, and definitely among our Tuns favourites. You’re guaranteed a great show from Toxic. Expect The Clash, The Damned, Sex Pistols, SLF, UK Subs and more!

Everyone's favourite IRON MAIDEN band make their always triumphant return to the Tuns stage. There's a reason these guys are the band of choice for Christmas Rocks at Newcastle City Hall. If you like your NWOBHM, you'll be mad to miss this one!

@media screen and (min-width: 768px){.stk-54g2rgf {flex:var(--stk-flex-grow, 1) 1 33.3% !important;}} The Brothel Creepers may be new to many, but Tom Atkinson has played The Tuns stage on many a night. There'll be some Hendrix, Cream, Sensational Alex Harvey Band, Purple, Bowie, Beatles and even a bit of the impeccable Spinal Tap. This is one we're ... Read more

We're glad to welcome Chris, Bazza and Jim back to The Tuns stage for a great selection of power rock, including Thin Lizzy, Gary Moore and of course ZZ Top.

We've got something special for Saint Patrick's Weekend this year. The Quiet Fire will be bringing us the best of Irish party tunes such as The Pogues, interspersed with some Johnny Cash, Credence Clearwater Revival and even some Chuck Berry. We have some great drink offers for the day too

You may not know the name, but long time live music lovers will definitely recognise some familiar faces.VOCALS: MICK HANBY (Heartbreaker, Rock Solid, FM)DRUMS: NATT (The Whole Hog, Driven Serious, Sour Dogs)GUITAR: SPIDER (Lock n Load, Sleeze Sisters, Traffikers)BASS: GAZ TONE CROFT: (Lock n Load, Witchkraft, Heavy Load)They'll be bringing some power to AC/DC, Whitesnake, ... Read more

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.