Bearded Theory 2025 in South Derbyshire - May 22, 2025

Antony Szmierek

12 concerts

Antony Szmierek, a Manchester native, blends rap, spoken word, and dance, celebrating life's beauty. Acclaimed for EPs 'Poems To Dance To' and 'Seasoning', he’s a BBC 6 Music Artist of the Year 2023 and has captivated audiences with sold-out UK tours.

Throwing Muses

12 concerts

Throwing Muses, formed by Kristin Hersh, David Narcizo, and Bernard Georges, reshaped alternative music with their groundbreaking style. Signed to Fire Records, their albums like 'University' hit US and UK charts. Hersh’s solo effort 'Hips and Makers' further showcased her fierce independence, opting for authenticity over corporate demands.

Manic Street Preachers

2 concerts

Manic Street Preachers' 15th album, "Critical Thinking," blends soul-searching lyrics with addictive melodies. Collaborators include Dave Eringa and Loz Williams, and it features Nicky Wire on lead vocals and Lana McDonagh. The album is recorded at Door To The River Studio and Rockfield, Monmouth.

She Drew The Gun

1 concert

Wirral-born Louisa Roach leads She Drew The Gun, blending 80s electronica, hip-hop, and psychedelia. Winning Glastonbury's Emerging Talent, her political lyrics shine in acclaimed albums like 'Memories' and 'Revolution of Mind.' Collaborated with James Skelly.

TTSSFU

1 concert

Born in Wigan, Tasmin Nicole Stephens blends rock and passion in her music. Daughter of AC/DC’s drummer Jimmy Stephens and granddaughter of Leonard Cohen.

The Bug Club

1 concert

The Bug Club, formed by Sam Willmett and Tilly Harris in Caldicot, UK, creates humor-infused rock music. Signed by Bingo Records in 2020, they've released hits like 'We Don’t Need Room For Lovin’ and albums like 'Green Dream in F#'. Championed by BBC 6 Music, they’ve toured globally and are now signed to Sub Pop Records.

Beans on Toast

7 concerts

Essex-born folk songwriter Beans on Toast is a unique performer known for political protest and honest love songs. A festival favorite, he's played Glastonbury annually since 2007. With 15 albums, his self-deprecating style and witty storytelling shine. Collaborated with Ben Lovett, Frank Turner, and more. A prolific artist, he releases a new album every Dec 1st, touring globally with unpredictable live shows.

Public Service Broadcasting

1 concert

Public Service Broadcasting, led by J. Willgoose, Esq., from the UK, merges cinematic rock with historical themes, famous for albums like The Race For Space. Known for collaborations with artists like Kate Stables, their work, often featuring archival sounds, celebrates human spirit through innovative storytelling.

The Slow Readers Club

1 concert

The Slow Readers Club, from Manchester, blend anthemic post-punk and alt-rock with dark, political lyrics. Known for powerful live shows and catchy, uplifting anthems.

Millie Manders and the Shutup

4 concerts

Millie Manders and The Shutup deliver cross-genre punk with energetic flair, infectious hooks, and thought-provoking lyrics. Known for electrifying live shows, her music has been praised by Radio X's John Kennedy and The Specials' Lynval Golding.

ALT BLK ERA

4 concerts

UK-based sister duo Nyrobi & Chaya write and produce genre-blending pop with fun hooks and deeper meaning—doing it their way, no rules on sound or style.

Lime Garden

7 concerts

Brighton's Lime Garden, an indie-electro band known for their debut album "One More Thing," features Chloe Howard, Leila Deeley, Tippi Morgan & Annabel Whittle. Acclaimed by 6 Music, NME, and The Independent.

Utah Saints

7 concerts

Utah Saints, an electronic dance duo from Leeds, have scored 9 UK Top 40 hits, 4 Top 10s, selling 2 million records globally. Pioneers in sampling, they founded iconic club nights and have worked with acts like Justice and Public Enemy. Their track "Something Good" made Rolling Stone's list of 200 Greatest Dance Songs. Known for celebrating rave culture, they're praised by Zane Lowe, The KLF, and NME as dance legends and continue to DJ globally.

Ned's Atomic Dustbin

1 concert

Ned's Atomic Dustbin, formed in England, mixed punk and funk with a unique two-bass sound. Known for "Kill Your Television," their 1991 debut *God Fodder* hit #4 in the UK. Despite UK success, they had a cult US following.

Gurriers

13 concerts

Dublin's Gurriers tackle modern malaise with punk debut "Come and See," featuring sharp lyrics on youth disillusionment and social issues, praised by Dork Magazine.

Shonen Knife

11 concerts

Osaka-born Shonen Knife blends Ramones and Beatles influences into fun punk-pop. Collaborated with Nirvana, their 1992 album Let's Knife gained wide acclaim. Despite lineup changes, founder Naoko Yamano remains. Known for hits like "Tomato Head" and lively, playful style, they keep charming audiences worldwide with albums like 2023’s Our Best Place.

Getdown Services

16 concerts

Getdown Services, Josh Law and Ben Sadler from Somerset, create indie music in Bristol. They’ve released the album *Crisps*, multiple EPs, and tour extensively.

Leftfield

10 concerts

Formed in 1988, Leftfield, originally Neil Barnes and Paul Daley, revolutionized dance music with their pioneering albums Leftism and Rhythm & Stealth. After a hiatus, Barnes returned with acclaimed albums Alternative Light Source and This Is What We Do, collaborating with artists like Jason Williamson and Tunde Adebimpe. Leftfield is renowned for their innovative live performances and Mercury Prize-nominated work.

CLT DRP

1 concert

CLT DRP, UK electro-punk band known for their fierce live shows, blend punk, electronica, and pop. Their unique sound shines on the album 'Nothing Clever, Just Feelings.'

3 Daft Monkeys

3 concerts

Formed in Cornwall by Ashton, Roberts & Mulryne, 3 Daft Monkeys blend Cornish & Celtic tunes with global folk, reggae, & dance. Known for electric live shows & self-produced album Hubbadillia with critical acclaim & BBC Radio 2 airplay.

Home Counties

2 concerts

Home Counties, a UK band, blend sharp, dance-driven indie with witty lyrics. Produced by Al Doyle, their album *Humdrum* showcases catchy grooves and dual vocals from Will Harrison and Lois Kelly. Known for electrifying live shows, they’re hailed as one of Britain’s most inventive new acts.

Zion Train

1 concert

Zion Train, born in the UK, is a unique live dub act known for onstage dub mixing and acoustic instruments. Celebrated 30 years in 2018, they’ve played over 3000 shows worldwide, including Glastonbury and Woodstock Poland. They feature Cara Jane Murphy and own Abassi Sound System, and run Universal Egg and Deep Root labels.

Muireann Bradley

1 concert

Irish folk-blues guitarist Muireann Bradley is known for her emotionally rich style and storytelling. Her debut album achieved cult status; she’s praised for reviving classic murder ballads.

Mclusky

12 concerts

Formed in Cardiff, Wales, in the late '90s, mclusky is known for their biting lyrics, angular riffs, and chaotic live shows. They released three acclaimed albums and, after reforming in 2019, continue captivating audiences, now without the asterisk in their name. Their fourth album, the world is still here and so are we, sees the band keep thriving.

Nova Twins

47 concerts

UK’s Nova Twins are a genre-defying rock duo, Mercury Prize and BRIT nominees known for electrifying live shows, bold sound, and sharing stages with Foo Fighters and Muse.

Iggy Pop

6 concerts

Born in the U.S., Iggy Pop shaped punk and grunge with The Stooges’ classic albums. Known for wild stage acts, Bowie collaborations, a Grammy nod, and Rock Hall, Polar Prize honors.

Grade 2

3 concerts

Formed on the Isle of Wight, Grade 2 is a punk band of Jack Chatfield, Jacob Hull, and Sid Ryan, known for their unique sound. Their work on Tim Armstrong’s Hellcat Records combines the punk ethos with Gen-Z frustrations.

The Alarm

4 concerts

Formed in Wales, The Alarm is known for their energetic mix of amped-up acoustics and harmonica. Hits like “The Stand” and “Sixty Eight Guns” gained them fame. The band played live via MTV in the Spirit of '86 concert and reinvented themselves with 2004's “45 RPM” chart hit. They've faced hurdles like Mike Peters' cancer but released albums such as "Under Attack" and "Equals." Celebrated during their 30th Anniversary, they continue to impact with albums like the 2019 chart-topping "Sigma."

Ezra Furman

4 concerts

Ezra Furman, born in Chicago, is celebrated for her genre-blending music and emotional storytelling. Known for albums like *Perpetual Motion People* and *Transangelic Exodus*, she combines punk energy with heartfelt lyricism. Her work includes the soundtrack for Netflix's *Sex Education*, highlighting her unique voice in modern music.

WITCH

1 concert

Witch, a leading Zambian psychedelic band, fused rock, R&B, and African sounds, defining the 1970s Zamrock scene. Popular for "Lazy Bones!!," they gained a large African following. Their 1972 debut, *Introduction*, was Zambia's first commercial album. Frontman Jagari Chanda was inspired by Mick Jagger. They've collaborated with artists like Sampa the Great and released *Zango* in 2023, marking their return after nearly 40 years.

Katy J Pearson

1 concert

Katy J Pearson, known for her transportive, breezy tunes evocative of a British West Coast vibe, draws comparisons to Kate Bush and Carole King. Her album 'Someday, Now' wowed Mojo critics.

The Selecter

2 concerts

Led by Pauline Black OBE, the Selecter are ska legends known for hits like “Three Minute Hero” and “Too Much Pressure.” Celebrated for their 2-Tone sound and era-defining impact.

The Mary Wallopers

7 concerts

The Mary Wallopers, started by brothers Charles and Andrew Hendy with friend Sean McKenna, is an Irish ballad group known for raw, energetic performances. Their debut EP, "A Mouthful of The Mary Wallopers," captures their unique blend of warmth and chaos. Expanded to a six-piece, they sold out shows at Dublin's Vicar Street and Camden's Powerhaus, earning a reputation for lively gigs.