The 9075 - Tribute to The 1975

Saturday, 9th May 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets £17.50

https://www.skiddle.com/e/42260921

The 9075, formed in 2019, are the world's first tribute dedicated to celebrating the music and essence of The 1975. With a 2-hour show, The 9075 brings the spirit of the original band to life, creating unforgettable nights filled with nostalgia and excitement. 

Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the music, The 9075 promises an unforgettable experience that pays homage to one of the most iconic bands of our time.

The 9075 - Tribute to The 1975

Saturday, 9th May 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets £17.50

https://www.skiddle.com/e/42260921

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

A co-headline special. Fury are returning to Preston bringing with them, friends King Kraken!

Fury//King Kraken

Friday 8th May 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

Tickets: https://surl.li/jnawhq

Fury are a Heavy Metal band from the West Midlands, UK. Their love of the old school metal of Iron Maiden and Metallica are clear, but the rich and soulful voice of Julian Jenkins (of Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons) sets the band apart from the rest. Songs with clear purpose and strong visuals will transport you to another time, another reality, or another universe… Fury are known to create passionate and dynamic live shows, able to capture the spirit of music fans all over.

2025 proved to be a monumental year for Wales’s King Kraken. Not only did the band release their second album March of the Gods, but they also played two milestone shows at Stonedead Festival and the Bloodstock Winter Gathering show at KK’s Steel Mill, where they performed alongside legendary bands Venom Inc and Candlemass.

2025 was busy, but these boys are greedy! Hold onto your hats, because 2026 will see further progress made!

🎤Open Mic Night at The Ferret🎤

1st Tuesday of EVERY month, with host: Jamie Brewer!

📅 Tuesday, 5th May 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

Join us as we welcome local bands and musicians to The Ferret stage to showcase fresh new material and hidden gems. Expect an exciting mix of emerging talent and seasoned performers, alongside our wonderful host Jamie Brewer!

🕖 Open Mic Slots from 7PM
All performers are welcome - Arrive early to secure your spot! Bring your acoustic or electric guitars, backing tracks, keyboards, or whatever you need to show us what you’ve got.

🎶 Basic Backline Provided
We’ve got a drumkit, bass amp, and guitar amp ready for you. Drummers, please bring your breakables. For specific requirements, just get in touch beforehand.

💡 First-Come, First-Served Slots
Make sure to arrive early to grab your moment in the spotlight!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of another amazing year of live music at The Ferret!

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📅 Tuesday, 5th May 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

LYTHIUM

DR SAVAGE

TRENCHES

Alt | Grunge | Funk

Fri 1st May

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/42276632

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LYTHIUM:

Hailing from Lancashire, Lythium is a powerhouse rock band driven by four seasoned musicians with a shared mission: to craft bold, original music that stands out.

Drawing inspiration from the likes of Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, Audioslave, Nothing But Thieves, and Måneskin, their sound blends gritty, meaty riffs with soaring vocals and infectious melodies.

Kasra – Vocals

Jimi – Guitar

Hazel – Bass

Chris – Drums

"When they drop the hammer and hit the gas pedal they rock as hard as anyone, with impressive effects-driven soloing and powerhouse drumming... adding to the Lythium sound." - Craig Wilkinson, RockFlesh

"Meaty and crunchy guitars... combined with soaring and blazing lead vocals that command instant respect and admiration!" - Oli Gonzalez, Ever-Metal

"Lythium show off inspired songwriting and bold playing, enhanced by thoroughly impressive production values that deliver a wonderfully big and warm sound." - Screaming Riffs

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DR SAVAGE:

Born in the back alleys of Manchester, where the streets flood with groove and rock, Dr Savage came to life as the brain child of Singer songwriter Jeremy Lindemann.
The vision and mission of Dr Savage is to bring back to life the ethos of the 90's funk, Rock'n'roll and Grunge scene, in one very personal recipe, delivering a wild show filled with a colourful devotion to make you shake and dance, then ask for more. Their first single released "That's What I'm gonna Do" embodies the spirit of freedom and adventure displayed in purpose of the band, and so doing, they will embark you on their quest to surpass your own limits and sing their hymns with a blissful delight.

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TRENCHES:

A riff-heavy grunge rock band resonating out of Preston, Lancashire. Formed in 2019, the band brings together four seasoned musicians from the local rock scene: Bourny (drums), Danny (bass & vocals), Jimi (lead vocals & guitar), and Greg (guitar). Blending the raw energy of Nirvana and Foo Fighters with the heaviness of Alice in Chains, Deftones, and Alter Bridge, Trenches delivers a hard-hitting sound that’s both powerful and melodic. Their music channels the spirit of classic grunge and alt-rock, infused with influences from Clutch, Trivium, Machine Head, and Halestorm.

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Fri 1st May

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Tickets £7.50 advance | £10 on the door | £20 ticket + band t-shirt bundle

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/42276632

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents:

Crying Loser

(Avant-Garde noise rock from Cork, Ireland)

+ Chimps of The Future

Weds 29th April

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

FREE ENTRY

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Originating from noisy improvisations and chaotic concoctions recorded in a basement in Cork, Ireland. Crying Loser is a raw byproduct of abrasive, frenzied and hypnotic energy, looking to scratch the miserable itch of life at the bottom of the barrel.

A no-wave quartet comprised of Arthur Pawsey (guitar, vocals), Micheál Fitzgerald (bass), Sam Clague (bass clarinet, flute) and Ruairí de Búrca (drums), Crying Loser released their first EP, Oaf Milk in September 2023, with a vinyl release by Swish Swash Records following in 2024. Following two successful tours across France and multiple shows all over Ireland & UK, Crying Loser’s upcoming full length album The Ick, pushes the limits of the groups’s chaotic and feverish compositions.

Flesh Interface is their latest single, accompanied by a nightmarish video directed by Zoe Greenway. Noisy, energetic and left-field, Flesh Interface combines hypnotic rhythms with outbreaks of frenzied madness. With several features on BBC6 Music from Deb Grant, Amy Lamé and Nathan Shepherd, Flesh Interface begins this next chapter for the group, with their debut album dropping in 2026 with Trapped Animal Records’ new imprint, We Go to 11. Aside from signing with Trapped Animal, Crying Loser have recently been signed to Wipe Out Music’s roster by Matt Baty of Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs for publishing & distribution.

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with special guests:

Chimps of The Future

A gang of Lancastrian discordians aiming to bring wonderment into your dreary little lives. Hail Eris! Hail Discordia!

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Crying Loser

+ Chimps of The Future

Weds 29th April

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

FREE ENTRY

THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC

Tuesday, 28th April ‘26

The Ferret | Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 28th April.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!

Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.

Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!

Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.

The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.

Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)

Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.

Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!

The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 28th April
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Horsebastard, Seven Year Waiting List, Domestic Partners & Erectomy

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday 25th April

Doors 7PM

£4 ADV: www.skiddle.com/e/42338183

Horsebastard, Seven Year Waiting List, Domestic Partners & Erectomy hit Preston! 

This promises to be easily the most mental gig Preston has seen in a long time and they would like you there with them so they can say "horsebastard" at you.

Live. Laugh. Horsebastard.

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday 25th April

Doors 7PM

£4 ADV

https://www.skiddle.com/e/42338183

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents

THE HIPHOPALIPPZ

The Non-Stop Hip-Hop Band

Friday 24th April

The Ferret, Preston

Classic hip-hop anthems, reimagined with a full live band. This is HIP-HOP NON-STOP.

THE HIPHOPALIPPZ bring the golden era of hip-hop to life - LIVE & DIRECT - with a high-energy, full-band show that spans the 80s, 90s, and beyond. It's the ultimate hip-hop mixtape, performed live on stage.

From Beastie Boys to Salt 'n Pepa, De La Soul to Run DMC, Busta Rhymes to Sugarhill Gang, it’s a relentless, crowd-pleasing ride through the biggest party bangers in hip-hop history. The set is packed with classics from the 90s party era, with deep nods to the originators of the 80s.

What makes The Hiphopalippz unique? The mixtape-style format: a seamless, rapid-fire set that crams in hit after hit, keeping the energy sky-high from start to finish.

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Expect a non-stop hip-hop party, with music from:

Arrested Development - A Tribe Called Quest - Beastie Boys - Busta Rhymes - Cypress Hill - De La Soul - Dizzee Rascal - DJ Kool - Dr Dre - Eminem - Fatman Scoop - 50 Cent - Fugees - Ghostface Killah - Grandmaster Flash - House of Pain - Ice Cube - Jay Z - Joe Budden - Jurassic 5 - Kelis - Kurtis Blow - LL Cool J - Ludacris - Mary J Blige - Mase - MC Hammer - Missy Elliott - Nate Dogg - Naughty By Nature - NERD - NWA - ODB - Outkast - Pharoahe Monch - Pras - Q-Tip - Roots Manuva - Run DMC - Salt N Pepa - Sir Mix-A-Lot - Skee-Lo - Snoop Dogg - Tag Team - The Notorious B.I.G - The Sugarhill Gang - 2pac - Vanilla Ice - Warren G - Will Smith - Wu Tang Clan - Young MC - & more!

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 Fan reviews from previous shows:

"My favourite act of the weekend - absolutely mint!"

"These were MEGA"

"We loved them!"

"Incredible band! PLEASE book them again."

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The Ferret presents

THE HIPHOPALIPPZ

The Non-Stop Hip-Hop Band

Friday 24th April

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

£5 earlybird tickets // £7.50 advance // £10 on the door

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/42290934

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Burnswell (Austria) + Moonkill + Parasite Kings

Thursday 23rd April

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

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Like a female Danzig meets Alice Cooper, the Austrian band Burnswell deliver dark & fiery Hard Rock & Alternative Punk Metal. With a sound built on hard riffs, melancholic melodies, grooving bass lines, and powerful drums, this Vienna-based group are known for a high‑energy blend of alternative rock, post‑grunge, and emotionally charged melodic elements.

What happens when you throw a nu-metal guitarist, a metalcore vocalist, a groove metal bassist, and a rock drummer (who, yes, also plays the bagpipes) into one band? You get Moonkill.

Blending influences from bands like Linkin Park, Bring Me The Horizon and Muse, Moonkill aren’t trying to fit into one box. They’re building their own sound, something heavy, melodic, and just a little unpredictable.

Parasite Kings unleash immersive metalcore packed with savage riffs, crushing breakdowns and raw, introspective fire, balancing brutality and melody while turning themes of pressure, identity and survival into a full-throttle battle cry.

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Burnswell (Austria) + Moonkill + Parasite Kings

Thursday 23rd April

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

“Make The Ferret Mad Again” -  Stand Up Comedy in the Heart of Preston! 🤣🎤

I said a hip hop... which is what a very cool frog does. And speaking of cool frogs we've got the coolest of all frogs, Fil Milton, bringing you another spectacular night of ribbits, croaks and renditions of Rainbow Connection.

Make the Ferret Mad Again has regenerated with another pan-galactic event of a new act comedy night at tthe jewel of Preston, The Ferret, with a lineup to make you go, "Cheese is a type of meat!" This month we have another amazing line-up that looks something like this!

Kie Carson MC
Rhi Adams
Tom Owens
Daniel McAfee
Nikita Sayer
Joseph Birch
Ethan Formstone
James Murray
Fil Milton

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MTFMA: A monthly comedy night for Preston, and we’ve got the privilege of hosting the laughs at our gaff.

Curated by Fil Milton and featuring guest hosts each month, Make The Ferret Mad Again will land at The Ferret every 3rd Tuesday of each month.

These hilarious nights are FREE ENTRY and the laughs will kick off from 7:30pm (doors at 7pm).
Come and enjoy some Ferret funnies, and Make The Ferret Mad Again!

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Tuesday 21st April 2026
Free entry
7pm Doors / 7:30pm Showtime
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month

This Records Tour Day, we welcome a lineup of Preston’s finest selectors to take us on a journey through Dub Disco, Japanese Electronica, Wonky Techno, Beat Fuelled Jazz, and Beats & Pieces from all four corners of the globe.

RECORDS TOUR DAY - A DJ Journey at The Ferret

DJs: BOLTS // LUKE OUT // NODDING DOG DISCO

SAT 18TH APRIL

3pm - late

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

Lydia plays her first headline on her 18th birthday right here at The Ferret in Preston. Joining Lydia to celebrate are Double Negative and Strata!

Lydia Reddy with Double Negative & Strata

Friday, 17th April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: www.fatsoma.com/e/rp2culk1/lydia-reddy?utm_source=social_share&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=social_share

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Vocal pop, rock and dance powerhouse Lydia Reddy is one of the freshest, most original new artists making their mark on the modern-day music scene.

As a vocalist for teenage alt-rock band Sudell Cross, Lydia has already captivated audiences at headline shows, higher all over the North-West and played Main Stage at Darwen Live, England’s biggest free music festival.

Now performing solo, Lydia recently made her festival debut, playing an acclaimed set of original material at After All Festival, Manchester’s biggest grassroots music show. 

Wearing the confident indie-rock suit of their heroes Catfish & The Bottlemen, Stereophonics, Sam Fender and more, Double Negative are a young force to be reckoned with as they take their first steps into the music world.

Double Negative's debut single, 'Nights Like These' tells a story of youthful heartbreak and personal reinvention.

Strata bring driving indie / rock n roll / post punk from Blackpool - melodic riffs, punchy basslines and a raw British edge built for sweaty rooms.

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Lydia Reddy with Double Negative & Strata

Friday, 17th April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: www.fatsoma.com/e/rp2culk1/lydia-reddy?utm_source=social_share&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=social_share

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

yam

An improv Open Mic Night

Tuesday, 14th April ‘26

The Ferret | Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

YAM is an open jam night with a focus on inclusive group improvisation, open to singers and players of all levels.

If you're an instrumentalist looking to play with other musicians, or a solo act who'd like to try their songs with a full band. A singer, rapper or spoken word artist - come down and join us.

Don't worry if you've never improvised or jammed before, the goal is to get as many people involved as possible. We'll use every shortcut, standard chord progression and ironic cover version available to get you up on that stage. It's a co-operative game, not a competitive one!

More advanced players, you know we need you too! You might also get the chance to sit in on those collaborations you've been talking about in the beer garden for the last decade or so! 

•⁠  ⁠Chords on the Boards - Standard jamming procedure via the Trusty whiteboard - Chords for an A section, Chords for a B section. Go!

•⁠  ⁠Random Band Raffle - Names & Instruments go in a hat and we'll pull out a ready-made band for an impromptu performance at various points.

•⁠  ⁠Singer-Songwriter Sessions - Solo acts, sketch out your song for the assembled players and let them create an arrangement in real time.

Instruments & Backline provided - Drums, Bass, Guitars (Electric & Acoustic) Vocal Mics. But feel free to bring your own, too!

SJM presents:

THE GUEST LIST

Monday 13th April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Formed in early 2021, The Guest List quickly made a name for themselves in the Manchester music scene with mature lyricism, energetic performances, and an ever-growing online and live fan base. The band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Cai Alty, lead guitarist Tom Quigley, bassist Sid Wallace, drummer Angus Gilchrist, and rhythm guitarist Leio Hunter.

From the start, The Guest List stood out with their blend of melodic guitar riffs and relatable lyrics, capturing the essence of a modern band while maintaining a fresh and authentic sound. In 2024, tracks London and Loose Tongue significantly boosted the band's presence in the live music scene. Both songs were produced by James Skelly, frontman of The Coral, at Liverpool's Kempston Street Studios. These tracks caught the attention of BBC Radio 6 Music's Chris Hawkins, who featured them as his Track of the Dawn selections on his morning show.

Beyond the studio, The Guest List has built an impressive presence on social media, amassing over 400,000 followers and nearly 8 million likes on TikTok. Their engaging online presence has helped them connect with fans worldwide, while their Spotify audience continues to grow, with tens of thousands of monthly listeners.

The band's rapid rise has seen them share stages with some of indie rock's biggest names, including Two Door Cinema Club, The Wombats, Inhaler, Blossoms, and Seb Lowe. Most recently, they celebrated a major milestone by selling out their first-ever UK headline tour.

2025 saw The Guest List appear at some of the UK's biggest festivals, including NBHD Weekender, Kendal Calling, Truck Festival, Y-Not Festival, Victorious Festival, and more.

With a dedicated fan base and an ever-growing presence in the UK music scene, The Guest List are proving to be one of the most exciting new bands in the country.

SJM presents:

THE GUEST LIST

Monday 13th April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets on sale Friday 28th Nov at 10am: skiddle.com/e/41608046

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Great Pop-Culture Revue

ft Blues Harvest & The Puppet Folk Experience

Sat 11th April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £10 - skiddle.com/e/41994245

Blues Harvest headline a night of high-energy live music and cult favourites as part of The Great Pop Culture Revue - a variety-style celebration of pop culture. Presenting blockbuster soundtracks, TV themes and sci-fi classics with a party atmosphere, Blues Harvest have built a reputation as the ultimate soundtrack band, performing everywhere from Disneyland Paris and Star Wars Celebration to arenas, festivals and cult venues across the UK.

Opening the night are The Puppet Folk Experience, a unique live show combining acoustic music with beautifully crafted puppetry in a performance that is joyful, nostalgic, and genuinely heartfelt.

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The Great Pop-Culture Revue ft Blues Harvest & The Puppet Folk Experience

Saturday 11th April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7pm

Advance tickets £10 

All ages (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

CHROME MANTA RAY + WHTVRMNS + PAPER JONES

Fri 10th April

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

CHROME MANTA RAY:

Chrome Manta Ray are a four piece high-energy rock band hailing from the streets of Liverpool, blending raw punk attitude with heavy metal edge, delivering fast riffs, powerful vocals, and an electrifying live sound.

WHTVRMNS:

Blurring the boundaries of grunge, shoegaze and post-hardcore, WHTVRMNS was born out of the freedom to create a sound that is distinctively theirs. It’s a sound that is brimming with grit, melancholic lyrics and heavy instrumentation, capturing a mix of nostalgic angst and fresh intensity.

FFO: Basement, Narrow Head, They are Gutting a Body Of Water, and The Smashing Pumpkins.

PAPER JONES:

Alternative rock five piece from Lancaster mixing high energy breakdowns with catchy pop harmonies and math rock complexity

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).

Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Kingfast + Face Ache + Ellie Winstanley

Thursday 9th April

The Ferret, Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY

Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in Belfast, KingFast's musical journey reflects a vibrant blend of his diverse roots. Now based in Liverpool, he’s a compelling solo artist whose talents have seen him grace a variety of stages. From Liverpool Sound City and LIMF to Deva Fest and Elderflower Fields Festival, he even performed on a yacht during the Cannes Film Festival. KingFast has left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide.

According to Getintothis, KingFast is “a solo singer and guitarist who packs in considerable energy and geniality to his shows.” This charisma is matched by his stunning musical prowess, with Bido Lito praising his “stunning looped guitar acrobatics and soulful pop numbers,” and Dave Monks of BBC Introducing Merseyside declaring, “Wow, what a voice... very soulful.”

With Ellie Winstanley (former British Birds), heading back after her first solo show a couple weeks back here at The Ferret, and Face Ache giving faux-orchestral (with an 80s tinge).

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

🎤Open Mic Night at The Ferret🎤

1st Tuesday of EVERY month, with host: Jamie Brewer!

📅 Tuesday, 7th April 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

Join us as we welcome local bands and musicians to The Ferret stage to showcase fresh new material and hidden gems. Expect an exciting mix of emerging talent and seasoned performers, alongside our wonderful host Jamie Brewer!

🕖 Open Mic Slots from 7PM
All performers are welcome - Arrive early to secure your spot! Bring your acoustic or electric guitars, backing tracks, keyboards, or whatever you need to show us what you’ve got.

🎶 Basic Backline Provided
We’ve got a drumkit, bass amp, and guitar amp ready for you. Drummers, please bring your breakables. For specific requirements, just get in touch beforehand.

💡 First-Come, First-Served Slots
Make sure to arrive early to grab your moment in the spotlight!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of another amazing year of live music at The Ferret!

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📅 Tuesday, 7th April 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY

Blinded + Tin Gods + Mayneline Service Crew 

Sunday 5th April 

Doors 7pm

FREE ENTRY!

Blinded are a Preston-based alternative indie rock band pushing raw guitars, dark tones, and unapologetic energy. Blending sharp indie hooks with a heavier edge, their sound hits somewhere between chaos and control.

Tin Gods deliver emotive indie rock echoing The Stranglers, The Smiths and Afghan Wigs with their own distinctive edge.

The Mayneline Service Crew is formed from a group of mates with diverse music tastes, which have taken their own music from indie love songs to punk rock, creating a bridge between the two.

Blinded + Tin Gods + Mayneline Service Crew 

Sunday 5th April 

Doors 7pm

FREE ENTRY!

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret presents:

The Tommy Scott Duo

(Tommy Scott & Phil Hartley from SPACE)

+ guests: Ben & The Believers (acoustic)

Saturday 4th April 2026

The Ferret | Preston

Tommy Scott and Phil Hartley (from the Multi-Platinum selling band SPACE) hit The Ferret during their 2026 UK tour. Playing all the SPACE hits and more.

Tommy Scott is the lead singer and songwriter for the multi-Platinum selling band Space. Tommy has had numerous hits with the band since it formed in 1995: Female of The Species, Neighborhood, Me and You Versus the World, Avenging Angels, The Ballad of Tom Jones to name a few.

The band had two top ten hit albums with SPIDERS and TIN PLANET, both albums achieved double platinum status in the UK and went on to sell 5,000,000 records worldwide.

Tommy continues to tour with Space and has recently been doing more and more intimate duo shows with his band mate Phil Hartley the bass player and music producer from SPACE.

Their set is mainly made up of the Space hits and fan-favourites coupled with some of Tom­my's solo project songs recorded for the Tommy Scott Quintet album titled Marionette.

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The Ferret presents:

The Tommy Scott Duo
(Tommy Scott & Phil Hartley from SPACE)

+ guests: Ben & The Believers (acoustic)

Saturday 4th April 2026

The Ferret | Preston

Tickets £17.50 adv: skiddle.com/e/42125749

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

The Ferret & Atonal Music Agency present:

NORDIC GIANTS

Under Celestial Alignments - UK Tour

With LAST OF EDEN

Friday 3rd April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Cinematic post-rock visionaries Nordic Giants have just announced a string of UK tour dates to accompany their latest creation, Under Celestial Alignments.

Known for their immersive performances-blending thunderous crescendos, haunting melodies, and striking visual narratives-this tour promises to be an otherworldly experience, unveiling new compositions that explore themes of cosmic cycles, human fragility, and the invisible threads that bind us to the universe and to each other...

Each show will feature the band's signature fusion of emotive instrumentation, multi-layered visuals, and projected short films-crafted to blur the boundaries between concert, cinema, and ritual.This latest tour will celebrate 15 years of Nordic Giants' live performances. Fans can expect an intimate yet monumental experience, as the duo will perform an entire album in full for the very first time.

Each night promises a unique journey, designed not just as a concert but as an invitation-to co-create, to invest in art that transcends the ordinary, and to dive deep into the intensity and fragile beauty of Nordic Giants' sonic universe.

L.O.E’s music tries to capture and reflect triumph, heroism, anguish and struggle throughout society. Not as a political stand, but to hold a mirror up to humanity. Weaving speech and video into live performance to create a cinematic experience of popular culture and a reflection of our times.

“THE FUTURE OF UK POST ROCK IS IN GOOD HANDS” - Phil Weller, PROG Magazine


Last Of Eden bring a thunderous wall of sound through a blend of Post Rock, Post Metal and Alternative stylings.

The Ferret & Atonal Music Agency present:

NORDIC GIANTS

Under Celestial Alignments - UK Tour

With LAST OF EDEN

Friday 3rd April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets on sale Friday 28th November at 10am.

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.

Smash rock heavyweights The Empire Police return to their hometown of Preston, for a headline show at The Ferret!

The Empire Police + Dulakes + Stormkerb

Thursday, 2nd April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/The-Empire-Police-at-The-Ferret/42155989

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The Empire Police return to The Ferret in their hometown of Preston, for their first local show since the release of the Strange New Places EP last autumn.

Noise from the heart of Lancashire. The Empire Police are a four-piece musical powerhouse hailing from Preston.

Since forming in 2015, they have carved their mark within their local scene and beyond, with instantly captivating music and energetic live shows, earning them support slots with the likes of The Sherlocks, Blinders and RATS, and sold out headline shows across the north-west.

With support from:

Dulakes -

Aggressive, melancholic, and always loud, Dulakes diverse track list aims to defy categorisation as it moves from one feeling to the next. Across a steady stream of releases from the beginning of 2025, Dulakes have honed their distinct sound into a lyrically introspective, rhythmically tight, and thumpingly loud style of alternative rock music.

Stormkerb - Emerging from Preston’s underground scene, Stormkerb deliver a raw mix of post-hardcore, post-punk and post-rock. Built on loud guitars, shifting dynamics and a DIY ethos, their live shows hit hard and linger long after the noise fades.

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The Empire Police / Dulakes / Stormkerb

Thursday, 2nd April 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/The-Empire-Police-at-The-Ferret/42155989

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Problem Patterns +

The Red Stains +

Pocketknife

The Ferret, Preston

Tuesday, 31st March 2026

Tickets: £6 

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Heading into the latter half of a decade together, Problem Patterns are well-seasoned and only getting weirder. Refusing the notion of softening with age, the band are constantly pushing themselves through their musical output whilst keeping their roots political and feminist.

Known for their lively performances, they have supported the likes of Le Tigre, Bob Vylan and Stiff Little Fingers, with festival appearances including the Park Stage at Glastonbury, 2000Trees and Other Voices.

“A thoroughly great racket” - Steve Lamacq, BBC RADIO 6 MUSIC

“Fuckin’ fantastic!” - Gordon Ramsey

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Cooking up a plastic fantastic disco-punk sound from a collage of musical influences, Manchester four-piece The Red Stains embrace the kitsch and the tacky as a power to disrupt the male-dominated music industry.

Their sharp and sarcastic lyrics hold a mirror up to domestic everyday life: consumerism, mental illness, public transport, discount supermarkets and being queer.

Forming the Red Stains’ distinctive ready-meal-punk sound are four ingredients: Talie Lauren’s fiery and powerful vocals hang over a backdrop of Sterling Kelly’s gritty, throbbing bass, and newly added into the mix are Robyn Elliott’s drum beats that demand your attention and Liss Connelly’s cosmic glittering synth that ascends into the mix taking the sound to a supersonic level to create the familiar ‘Red Stains’ chaos. 

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Pocketknife are a Welsh/Mancunian melodic post-punk duo blending math-rock energy with hook-driven songwriting. Drawing influence from Biffy Clyro, PJ Harvey, Queens of the Stone Age and Dinosaur Jr., the band are known for intense live performances and have previously shared stages with Lightning Bolt, The Joy Formidable and Melt-Banana. After a hiatus, they’ve recently returned with new music and live shows.

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Problem Patterns +

The Red Stains +

Pocketknife

The Ferret, Preston

Tuesday, 31st March 2026

Tickets: £6 

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Good Boy Nikko / Ivan Campo / Kodak Kid / Boo Kickz

Saturday, 28th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: skiddle.com/e/42276341

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Sweat your tears away.

GOOD BOY NIKKO - YOGA FOR PETS TOUR!

A night of genre-blurring sounds and Northern spirit, bringing together four of the region’s most compelling rising artists each with their own world, united on one stage.

» Good Boy Nikko craft surreal, shimmering alternative city-pop - fusing disco grooves, dreamy textures and emotionally charged storytelling into immersive live sets that feel nostalgic yet forward-thinking.

» Ivan Campo are a Northern indie band known for their heartfelt songwriting, warm melodies and quietly powerful live performances. Blending reflective lyricism with rich guitar-driven arrangements, the band craft songs that feel both intimate and expansive, earning a growing following through their honest sound and captivating shows.

» Kodak Kid blends baritone warmth with hip-hop, jazz and indie influences, delivering melancholic, groove-led songs that balance introspection with laid-back, late-night energy.

» Boo Kickz rounds out the bill with fearless confidence and crowd-connecting charisma, transforming every room into a shared celebration of self-belief and raw expression.

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Good Boy Nikko / Ivan Campo / Kodak Kid / Boo Kickz

Saturday, 28th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/42276341

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

The Lavelles + Kiwi + Super

Friday, 27th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

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Hailing from the heart of Darwen, Lancashire, The Lavelles are a four-piece indie band that thrives on the rich musical heritage of our hometown. 

Founded by brothers Tom and Sam, alongside good friends Kienan and Kyle, their music is a testament to the vibrant sounds that have long echoed through the North West. The Lavelles take great pride in their roots, drawing inspiration from the legendary bands that shaped the region's musical landscape, while forging their own path with a distinctive and original sound.

Indie rock from the North-West of England. Kiwi draw influence from classic indie rock roots, with anthemic chorus’, crunching guitar riffs, and eclectic live performances all a given.

Their accomplishments include sell out Manchester headline shows & national radio plays, support slots for indie favourites The Royston Club, VISTAS and M60 – not to mention multiple BBC introducing track of the week and festival appearances… So catch them whilst you can.

Super are a 4 piece from Wigan, with catchy tunes, Dirty Licks and all the charm and attitude of a working class town, need they say any more?

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The Lavelles + Kiwi + Super

Friday, 27th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

Litterbug + Sally Pepper

Thursday, 26th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

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Punchy riffs, sharp hooks, and a love for classic punk attitude define the sound of Litterbug. Emerging from Blackpool, UK, the band blends raw DIY energy with a playful, melodic edge that keeps their songs fast, catchy, and impossible to ignore.

Originally evolving from an alt-indie background, Litterbug gradually leaned harder into punk rock, embracing the spirit of classic ‘77 punk while keeping their own quirky songwriting style. 

Sally Pepper is an acoustic pop-punk singer-songwriter based in Blackpool, taking influence from alternative bands like All Time Low, Paramore and Fall Out Boy, as well pop artists like Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus. She has toured extensively in the UK as both a headline act, and has shared the stage with the likes of fellow songwriters Lucy Spraggan and Grace Petrie. 

With her big choruses, heartfelt lyrics and witty onstage chat, Sally always puts on a show which can be enjoyed by fans of any genre.

Please note: Unfortunately, Death By Horse didn't make it into the country, so won't be appearing tonight.

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Litterbug + Sally Pepper

Thursday, 26th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

FREE ENTRY

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC

Tuesday, 24th March ‘26

The Ferret | Preston

Doors 7PM

FREE ENTRY!

Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 24th March.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!

Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.

Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!

Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.

The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.

Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)

Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.

Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!

The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 24th March
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry

All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.

Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.

Cut (Italy) + Pete Bentham & The Dinner Ladies + Pageant Mum

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 21st March 2026

Tickets: £7 

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CUT (from Italy):

Italians "Cut" play a dark, groove-filled brand of garage noise rock that brings The Fall and The Stooges to mind in equal measure. Every song is a riotous adrenaline-sodden rocker in which Cut leave not one second unfulfilled or unexplored. This is rock music to be savoured and can be described as "John Lee Hooker stuck in a post-punk straitjacket".

PETE BENTHAM & THE DINNERLADIES:

Pete Bentham & The Dinnerladies play primitive rock and roll and sing about things they believe in. They started out in 2008 and have released five full length albums and two vinyl EP’s. They have played hundreds of shows around the UK and Europe and festivals such as Rebellion, Fire In The Mountain and Sound City.

Pageant Mum:

Wear your heart on your sleeve kids! And Pageant Mum do just that! They leave nothing behind with their post hardcore punky angst, driven guitars and feisty truthful lyrical content. When you figure out that this comes from a group of teenagers, Pageant Mum suddenly become your new favourite band, one to follow, one to celebrate and one to champion. Live they are a force of nature, on record their heart is laid bare and the angular twists and turns of Fugazi meet Paramore meet The Bronx resonate throughout.

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Cut (Italy) + Pete Bentham & The Dinner Ladies + Pageant Mum

The Ferret, Preston

Saturday, 21st March 2026

Tickets: £7 

theferret.live/listings/cut-march

https://www.skiddle.com/e/42134970

Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)

Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.

Dog-friendly venue.

THE TOTAL STONE ROSES

7:30pm

Friday 20th March 2026

The Ferret, Preston

The UK’s BEST Stone Roses Tribute return to the stage! If you love I Am The Resurrection, Made Of Stone, Fools Gold, Waterfall, She Bangs The Drums and many more then do not miss this exclusive opportunity to hear your favourite Stone Roses anthems performed live by the UK’s finest tribute!

Tickets are on sale NOW! www.skiddle.com/e/41436983