After having March away from Brighton’s music scene, April I promised to myself would be a good return to some of Brighton’s best grassroots venues and independent music. With the warmer days fast approaching, I found it an opportunity to become completely enamoured with the city again. The vibrancy that’s…
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In my short time doing this column for Brightonsfinest, I’ve felt that without it, I would have missed some of the incredible music I’ve got to enjoy over these few past months. There have been venues I may never have been to, and bands I may have missed watching live.
Up Close – January 2026
With the beginning of a new year, Brighton has started 2026 off strong, introducing new bands, and spotlighting the talent that’s on offer. Whilst conditions have been less than ideal in getting people out, as per usual, the indomitable spirit for music in Brighton has meant crowds remained packed…
Up Close – December 2025
The weather may have been gloomy this November and December, making the prospect of an evening out slightly less attractive. But Brighton has of course persisted in bringing some seriously vibrant events to these cold winter months. Any local to Brighton, and a fan of vinyl will be familiar with…
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Brighton is a city that has cemented itself as a Mecca for creatives from across the UK and beyond. With this comes a city that is almost always offering something new for people to engage with. But actually keeping on top of where to go and what to see can…
