Upcoming events.
Whingefest All-Dayer ft STEALING SHEEP + SILVERWINGKILLER + more
The Ferret & Whinge present:
WHINGEFEST
ALL-DAYER XI
All-Dayer Number 11
Live Music Line-Up:
STEALING SHEEP
SILVERWINGKILLER
dead things
dull.
FILTHYDIRTY
SKULL DUST
& your genial hosts:
WHINGE
+ DJs TBA.
Sat 20th Dec 2025
2pm - 2am
The Ferret, Preston
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Whingefest All-Dayer ft Stealing Sheep, silverwingkiller & more tickets from Skiddle .
Another all-day affair. Live music & DJs all day and night.
Tickets £5 earlybird / £10 advance / more on the door
All ages welcome - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41582802
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Established in 2019, Whingefest was a daft idea born in The Ferret beer garden late one night. And here it is: the 11th edition of this biannual all-dayer. We've featured roughly 70 artists on the previous editions of Whingefest, including Loose Articles, Déjà Vega, IDLES (DJ), YAANG, Duvet, SLAP RASH, Pyncher, Peaness, Test Plan, Sly & The Family Drone, Mums, The DSM IV, Tits Up, Michael, The Battery Farm, Hauspoints, Gen & The Degenerates, Currentmoodgirl & many many more.
For this WINTER WHINGEFEST edition, the incredible line-up is:
STEALING SHEEP // SILVERWINGKILLER // dead things // dull. // Filthydirty // Skull Dust // Whinge
+ DJs TBA
STEALING SHEEP:
THE PROPULSIVE AVANT-POP REBELS OF LIVERPOOL BRINGING ENERGY BACK TO THE REAL WORLD
You might have stumbled across Stealing Sheep before-maybe their debut single 'Shut Eye' snuck into your feed as a rogue viral meme, lurking in the obscure corners of YouTube and TikTok catching your attention with their infectious avant pop, bold over the top visuals and gaming inspired looks that have gained the group a cult following over the years.
Hailing from Liverpool, UK, Stealing Sheep are a trio of Becky, Emily and Lucy - friends and bandmates of 15 years who have fearlessly carved out their own brand of pop championed through fan art and deep cut devotion. Drawing inspiration from everything ranging from online Therian and cosplay communities to multidisciplinary art of Jeremy Deller, KLF and Tracey Emin, Stealing Sheep presents a kaleidoscopic sonic manifesto that is addictive with its oddball pop and explosive aesthetics. Their self-described 'visual pop' might not have topped the charts, but it's fuelled a dedicated cult following (shoutout to the 6 Music dads keeping the faith!).
Now, they're back with a new album (GLO - Girl Life Online) and a new label (G-IRL - Girl In Real Life) - both marking a bold new era for Stealing Sheep. Produced by Joe Wills at Nan's House Studio, the new chapter presents a quintessentially idiosyncratic blend of musical inspirations ranging from medieval electronic pop to rave pop, UK garage, and PC music.
Unapologetically both otherworldly and DIY, the new album and the launch of their own label marks a new era for Stealing Sheep: it's a declaration of independence and a creative movement pulsating with kaleidoscopic joy and determination to bring energy back to the real world.
SILVERWINGKILLER:
Industrial. Punk. Chaos. SILVERWINGKILLER is a Salford-based duo, welding aggressive bass, live breakbeats, and multilingual vocals into wild electronic punk. Inspired by sci-fi, human culture, and deep-cut video games, SILVERWINGKILLER is the sound of experimental, raving psychosis. They played one of their earliest gigs at Whingefest VIII and since then have really blown up. We can't wait to see em again.
dead things:
dead things are a three-piece powerhouse embracing the grit of garage rock, while flaunting fractured riffs and infectious melodies. Hailing from Preston, dead things, have a catalogue of post-punk ditties about chilling tales of old Lancashire and horror movie final girls.
Their first vinyl single was released through Cracked Ankles Records and sold out in five minutes. It was named single of the week in Louder than War and then made two of their favourite artists lists!
Again, they played one of their first gigs at Whingefest VII back in 2023 - just great bands every time innit?
"[Terry Clark] is a sucker punch to the gut from a power trio who mean business. Definitely ones to watch" - Louder Than War
dull.
This new electronic noise & psych rock duo have been making a real splash in Lancaster & beyond - and now signed to the almost-ubiquitous CRACKED ANKLES of course. Plus they smashed their early doors set at Glastonferret this year, can't wait to see em at Whingefest.
"Pile driving riffs and sonic noise backed with a powerful drum / vocal onslaught. What's not to like?" - Louder Than War
Filthydirty:
The clown prince of Evil Blizzard (& label boss of Cracked Ankles) returns with his mystery guitar goblin.
'The glammed up weirdo FilthyDirty gets a bit bored, finds some unreleased Blizz tracks that didn't quite work at the time, fucks around with them a bit, dusts off his bass / electric drum kit and finds his way around some mental abrasive sound that blasts it way well over eleven.'
Skull Dust:
One part of Hauspoints, Skull Dust delivers miserable electronics from Chorley. Born from the death of some things, Skull Dust drags itself from the grave to spit out gothic industrial post-punk. Each set bleeds warped samples, pounding electronics and synth-drenched raw tension. Haunted noise for the end times.
WHINGE:
Aaaaaand, don't forget your cordial hosts & "expert curators": Whinge.
"Like the best bands; more a gang than a group." - Cracked Ankles
Post-punk & Psych informed DIY garage-rock played with gay abandon, Whinge slam together influences from the Mondays to the Sabbath, ESG to LCD, Genesis to the Rapture.
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Another all-day affair. Live music & DJs all day and night. 2pm - 2am.
Tickets £5 earlybird / £10 advance / more on the door
All ages welcome - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/41582802
IVW26 All-Dayer ft The Orielles, Midnight Rodeo, Man of Moon + more TBA
The Ferret presents:
IVW26 ALL-DAYER
ft
THE ORIELLES
MIDNIGHT RODEO
MAN OF MOON
plus MUCH MORE TBA
Sat 31st Jan 2026
3pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
Tickets £15 adv. More on the door.
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
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An incredible all-day lineup ft some of our favourite bands, including the magnificent return of The Orielles with their new album.
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: IVW26 All-Dayer ft The Orielles, Midnight Rodeo, Man of Moon +++ tickets from Skiddle .
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The Orielles:
"You've got to die and be reborn between albums," begins Henry Wade, guitarist for The Orielles, describing the foundations of the band's fourth studio album, Only You Left. "It comes naturally," adds singer and bassist Esmé Hand-Halford, "it's not something we consciously do."
Through this process of creative renewal, the Manchester-based trio - completed by drummer Sidonie Hand-Halford - have managed to weather a pandemic, defy the fickleness of a trend-led music industry, and emerge, phoenix-like, with something familiarly Orielles, yet altogether different.
Recorded in two locations - Hydra and Hamburg - over the summer of 2024, the 11 tracks of Only You Left sees the band consolidate the bold experimentation of their previous LP, Tableau (2022), with a return to the more stripped-back, song-led approach of their early origins.
"There's nothing more trad than a three-piece," quips Henry, in reference to the band's decision to return to their roots as a trio. Originally from Halifax, the Orielles first came to recognition in 2018 with their debut album, the indie-rock Silver Dollar Moment, which is approaching its eighth birthday in February 2026. "These things come in like seven year cycles. So we've come in like a full circle back to a familiar place, just as different people."
By exploring binaries and contrasts, the Orielles are finding shapes in the chaos and confusion of the world around us - it's an undertaking that benefits from more than 15 years of close collaboration, driven by friendship and the artistic compulsion to find meaning in music.
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Midnight Rodeo:
Nottingham-based 6 piece Midnight Rodeo released their debut album, "Chaos Era" (July 2025) to resounding praise from the likes of BBC Radio 6, DIY, KEXP, Shindig & CLASH. After taking their own brand of "joyous escapism" across the UK & Europe during autumn 2025, 2026 already has another UK tour, multiple European tours & a trip stateside caught on the Rodeo's lasso.
Extensive, relentless touring since 2023 (sold-out hometown shows, The Great Escape, Dot To Dot, and Kendal Calling) created a tight-knit family, their pleasure in playing as an ensemble is instantly evident on the album. When asked about this they'll explain, "We want people to tap into why we are always smiling on stage."
The songs are collaborative efforts. Their different musical backgrounds result in a genre criss-crossing and totally unique creative collisions. Bassist Harry says, "What we do is Dada-istic. The drums play hooks, the bass plays parts usually taken by brass, the guitar's playing West Coast psyche over disco rhythms."
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Man of Moon:
Since their beginning Man of Moon have been a standout live act. The Glasgow-based duo possess an extraordinary talent for cross-pollinating genres and styles but their sound is not hybridised, rather they are a synthesis of their influences; a pure sonic distillation of what has come before. You hear the mesmeric drones of Mogwai, the dynamic shifts of Radiohead, the harmonic angularity of Tool, the industrial amalgam of Nine Inch Nails, even hints of Pink Floyd's austere and abstract lyricism. Man of Moon are so much music in one band. And yet they've always sounded uniquely themselves; there is deep intentionality in every song's construction.
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PLUS MORE TBA - we can't wait to reveal the full line-up - but wait we must.
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IVW26 ALL-DAYER
ft
THE ORIELLES
MIDNIGHT RODEO
MAN OF MOON
plus MUCH MORE TBA
Sat 31st Jan 2026
3pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
Tickets £15 adv. More on the door.
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41472562
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Crackedankles Weekend 2026
CRACKEDANKLES WEEKEND 2026
The Ferret, Preston.
Saturday 02 May 2025 - Sunday 03 May 2025
Following the resounding success of last year's sold out weekend, Preston's CRACKEDANKLES RECORDS takeover their spiritual home at The Ferret for another weekend showcasing most of their acts, and a few others.
Due to the success of last year, we are now hosting two full days over the bank holiday weekend, Saturday May 2nd and Sunday May 3rd.
Running from 4pm until late, with the bands due to finish by approximately 11.30, followed by what has been billed as 'fun tunes'. Expect Abba and Sabbath.
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Crackedankles Weekend 2026 tickets from Skiddle .
The line up is very similar to last year's & will be announced soon with hopefully 8 bands each day.
But, as a teaser...
SATURDAY:
Michael
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Passouts will be allowed throughout the day.
There will be a Crackedankles Records stall stocking all of our new & recent releases, and some long sold out gems - first come, first served!
PLEASE NOTE: As with all festivals, line up is subject to change.
Please check social media for all stage times etc.
ARRIVE EARLY!
TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/41498395
Glastonferret 2026
GLASTONFERRET 2026
The Original Indoor Turfed Festival returns!
ft. A MASSIVE LIVE MUSIC LINEUP TBA…
THURS 27th - SUN 30th August 2026.
The Ferret | Preston.
EARLYBIRD 4-DAY WEEKEND TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
The legendary Glastonferret is back for 2026! Our annual 4-day festival of live music, real turf & hay bales, and proper good times. With festival decor, food vendors, craft & vintage stalls, beer garden DJ Sessions, late-night after parties, and of course a 4-day line-up of incredible live music, as per.
Full 4-day Weekend Tickets give you entry to the full shebang: from Thursday 27th August all the way through to Sunday 30th August. These super-tickets always fly out, so if you're a hardcore 4-dayer, don't wait to buy!
Events run from Thursday night until Sunday night (Bank Holiday).
Let’s go turfin’!
Tickets:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Glastonferret 2026 tickets from Skiddle .
The GLASTONFERRET 2026 LINEUP:
From special guest headliners to local legends, outdoor DJ sessions to massive live shows - Glastonferret 2026 promises to be an absolute belter.
--- OPENING NIGHT: Thursday 27th August 2026 (from 4pm) ---
LINEUP TBA
--- Friday 28th August 2026 (from 2pm) ---
LINEUP TBA
--- Saturday 29th August 2026 (from 12pm) ---
LINEUP TBA
--- Sunday 30th August 2026 (from 12pm) ---
LINEUP TBA
Glastonferret isn't just about the bands on the main stage (although they’re all top notch) - these lot are here for your listening & dancing & feasting & shopping pleasure…
DJ SESSIONS:
From a Sunday night closing party with special guest DJs through to laidback afternoon beats & pieces we’ve got all sorts of selectors joining us for all-day DJ sessions out in our extended beer garden, as well as late night after parties once the bands have finished...
THURSDAY:
DJ LINE UP TBA
FRIDAY:
DJ LINE UP TBA
SATURDAY:
DJ LINE UP TBA
SUNDAY:
DJ LINE UP TBA
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FESTIVAL FOOD:
FOOD VENDORS TBA
CRAFTS & CLOTHING STALLS:
Adding a bit of colour to Glastonferret, local creatives will be showing their wares at our Glastonferret market stalls.
OFFICIAL MERCH STALL:
Official Limited-Edition Glastonferret T-shirts + band merch.
OTHER STALLS TBA
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2026 TICKET PRICES:
4 Day Weekend Tickets:
£55 Earlybird Discount Price
- access to the full event from Thursday 27th through to Sunday 30th August.
Single Day Tickets:
Thursday: TBC
Friday: TBC
Saturday: TBC
Sunday: TBC
All advance ticket prices are subject to Skiddle booking fees.
Any remaining tickets will be on sale on the door, but your cheapest option is to buy in advance, which also guarantees you entry in the case of a SELL OUT.
Tickets available from:
www.skiddle.com/festivals/glastonferret
theferret.live/listings/glastonferret2026
GLASTONFERRET 2026 - The Original Indoor Turfed Festival
THURS 27th - SUN 30th August 2026
Venue: The Ferret, 55 Fylde Rd, Preston, PR1 2XQ
All ages welcome - under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Full price tickets must be purchased for all attendees (only babes in arms are the exception). Please note: expect loud music throughout the venue - both inside & outside.
OPENING TIMES:
Thurs 27th Aug: 4pm - 1am
Fri 28th Aug: 2pm - 2am
Sat 29th Aug: 12pm - 3am
Sun 30th Aug: 12pm - 3am
Psyched Up! all-dayer ft Heavy Salad, Bonk! and more…
Empire Events brings you a day of psych-rock, synthesisers and shoegaze, featuring performances from HEAVY SALAD, Bonk!, Farfisa, Hawk Owl, Plastic Plant and Wide Eyed Tribe.
Psyched Up!
Sunday 30th November, 2025
Doors 4pm
TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Psyched-Up-at-The-Ferret/41433383/#tickets
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Last February, Empire Events launched with ‘PSYCHED UP!’ — a synth-fuelled, shoegazey, psych rock special right here at The Ferret 🔮… On Sunday 30th November, we go again!
Join us for a mesmerising lineup of live acts, featuring performances from HEAVY SALAD, Bonk!, Farfisa, Hawk Owl, Plastic Plant and Wide Eyed Tribe.
Doors at 4pm, curfew before 10pm for all you Monday morning commuters. This is one of their last events of 2025, let’s make it one to remember 💥
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Psyched Up!
Sunday 30th November, 2025
Doors 4pm
TICKETS: https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Psyched-Up-at-The-Ferret/41433383/#tickets
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
CURTIS ELLER’S AMERICAN CIRCUS + Gideon Conn + FirstnameFrank + Jackson Ward + The Jimi Henson Experience + vintage cinema afternoon
The Ferret presents:
CURTIS ELLER'S AMERICAN CIRCUS
+ very special guests:
GIDEON CONN
FIRSTNAMEFRANK
JACKSON WARD
THE JIMI HENSON EXPERIENCE
plus an afternoon of vintage cinema featuring Laurel & Hardy | Buster Keaton | Charlie Chaplin & more.
Saturday 18th October 2025
Doors open 3pm | Live Music from 5pm
The Ferret, Preston
Tickets:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Curtis Eller's American Circus + Gideon Conn + FirstnameFrank tickets from Skiddle .
CURTIS ELLER'S AMERICAN CIRCUS:
Curtis Eller is a banjo player, songwriter and rock & roll singer. The lifelong show business veteran began performing at the age of seven as a juggler and acrobat, but has since turned to the banjo because that's where the money is.
His band, Curtis Eller’s American Circus, has developed a devoted international following based on spellbinding stage performances that combine a dreamlike vision of American history with silent film style, physical comedy, and explosive rock & roll energy. The iconoclastic troubadour has spent twenty-five years relentlessly touring the clubs, theatres and festivals of North America, Europe, and Australia.
This October Eller will return to the UK for a limited run of club dates, backed by a heavy-hitting, four-piece lineup of The American Circus featuring musicians from both sides of the Atlantic.
You are invited to run away with the circus when this little big top comes to town!
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GIDEON CONN:
Gideon Conn is known for effortlessly blending acoustic folk and hip hop. His unique performance style never fails to impress. He has previously toured across the UK with the likes of Dan le Sac vs Scroobius Pip, Jason Mraz & Bunty. He has also made appearances at various festivals including Glastonbury, Bestival & Latitude.
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FIRSTNAMEFRANK:
A man, a piano & some great songs: FirstnameFrank. He delights The Ferret crowd with his superlative song writing, and he’s back again for another tinkle on the ivories.
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JACKSON WARD:
is a singer-songwriter inspired by the Country Music of years gone by, infusing it all with a young and fresh mindset, look and feel.
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THE JIMI HENSON EXPERIENCE:
A touching live tribute to Jim, featuring banjos, puppets and acoustic mayhem.
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VINTAGE CINEMA AFTERNOON from 3pm:
Curtis Eller's last album "Another Nice Mess" featured a sweet, sentimental waltz about the enduring friendship between Laurel & Hardy - so we thought it would be nice to play some old L&H features, alongside other greats of early cinema such as Buster Keaton & Charlie Chaplin. FILM PROGRAMME TO BE ANNOUNCED.
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The Ferret presents:
CURTIS ELLER'S AMERICAN CIRCUS
+ very special guests:
GIDEON CONN
FIRSTNAMEFRANK
JACKSON WARD
THE JIMI HENSON EXPERIENCE
plus an afternoon of vintage cinema featuring Laurel & Hardy | Buster Keaton | Charlie Chaplin & more.
Saturday 18th October 2025
Doors open 3pm | Live Music from 5pm
The Ferret, Preston
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41340223
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.
De*Preston 2 ft Imperial Wax, Gloin, The Thanes, The Complaint That Creeps & Walter Mitty’s Head
DE*PRESTON #2
Sunday 12th October
*New Venue: The Ferret, Preston
3pm - 10:30pm
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: De*Preston 2: Imperial Wax, Gloin, The Thanes & more tickets from Skiddle .
DE*PRESTON is a run of noisy all-dayers in Preston which aim to disprove the common assumptions that 1) Preston is dull and 2) Sundays are silent and grey (thanks Morrissey).
DE*PRESTON #2 is a garage/psych/beat edition with a terrific line-up covering all bases of the genre!
IMPERIAL WAX
GLOIN (Canada)
THE THANES (Scotland)
THE COMPLAINT THAT CREEPS
WALTER MITTY'S HEAD
Please note the change of venue:
This event is now being held at THE FERRET, Fylde Rd, Preston.
Due to the slight change of plans & lineup, tickets are now £16 advance (+ booking fee) via The Ferret website &/or Skiddle. £20 on the door.
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41412386
The Ferret’s 19th Birthday All-dayer!
19 years of The Ferret!
Empire Events have put together an absolute stonker of an all-day lineup as part of our birthday weekend shenanigans!
TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/41337432
“Join us on September 20th to celebrate almost two decades of a venue that means so much not only to us, but to our city and our scene.
In its 19 year history, The Ferret has hosted acts who would go on to achieve music superstardom, the hottest new bands from around the country, and the brightest up-and-coming local talents in Preston and Lancashire.
This all-dayer will feature performances from City Dog, Charlie Floyd, Peggy, Third Warning Party and Ben & The Believers, as well as DJs keeping the party going into the night! 🪩”
TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/41337432
Saturday, 20th September
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 3PM til LATE
£10 OTD
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Glastonferret 2025 - The ORIGINAL INDOOR TURFED Festival!
GLASTONFERRET 2025
The Original Indoor Turfed Festival!
ft. SPACE // GETDOWN SERVICES // K.O.G // HOTWAX // PET NEEDS // CHARLOTTE OC // HOMEBOY SANDMAN // GNOD // DUBINSKI // YAANG // YOUTH SECTOR // YUMI & THE WEATHER // DÉJÀ VEGA // FLORENTENES // PERMANENT (JOY) // BRITISH BIRDS // FEMUR // ROSELLAS // DEAD THINGS // TUESDAY NIGHT WHITES // WHINGE // GINNEL // THE CASES // THE EMPIRE POLICE // HAUSPOINTS // THE DIRT // PYNCHER // THE DSM IV // HAWK OWL // LUNATHUG // COUNTY PILOTS // TEMPORARY BODIES // FILTHYDIRTY // DULL. // PEGGY // FREDERICK…
& more!
THURS 21st - SUN 24th August 2025.
The Ferret | Preston.
THURSDAY & 4-DAY WEEKEND TICKETS SOLD OUT!
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY tickets still available, WHILE STOCKS LAST!
The legendary Glastonferret is back for 2025! Our annual 4-day festival of live music, real turf & hay bales, and proper good times. With festival decor, food vendors, craft & vintage stalls, beer garden DJ Sessions, late-night after parties, and of course a 4-day line-up of incredible live music, as per.
Full 4-day Weekend Tickets give you entry to the full shebang: from Thursday 21st August all the way through to Sunday 24th August. These super-tickets always fly out, so if you're a hardcore 4-dayer, don't wait to buy!
Events run from Thursday night until Sunday night (Bank Holiday).
Let’s go turfin’!
Tickets:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Glastonferret 2025 tickets from Skiddle .
The GLASTONFERRET 2025 LINEUP:
From special guest headliners to local legends, outdoor DJ sessions to massive live shows - Glastonferret 2025 promises to be an absolute belter.
--- OPENING NIGHT: Thursday 21st August 2025 (from 4pm) ---
GETDOWN SERVICES
YAANG
Whinge
Hauspoints
Pyncher
The DSM IV
Filthydirty (Evil Blizzard)
--- Friday 22nd August 2025 (from 2pm) ---
K.O.G
GNOD
Déjà Vega
Femur
Ginnel
The Dirt
Dull.
--- Saturday 23rd August 2025 (from 12pm) ---
SPACE
Dubinski
Charlotte OC
Youth Sector
dead things
Permanent (Joy)
Rosellas
The Cases
Hawk Owl
County Pilots
Peggy
--- Sunday 24th August 2025 (from 12pm) ---
HOTWAX
PET NEEDS
Homeboy Sandman
Yumi & the Weather
Florentenes
British Birds
Tuesday Night Whites
The Empire Police
Lunathug
Temporary Bodies
Frederick
Glastonferret isn't just about the bands on the main stage (although they’re all top notch) - these lot are here for your listening & dancing & feasting & shopping pleasure…
DJ SESSIONS:
From a Sunday night closing party with special guest DJs through to laidback afternoon beats & pieces we’ve got all sorts of selectors joining us for all-day DJ sessions out in our extended beer garden, as well as late night after parties once the bands have finished...
THURSDAY:
David Chambers // Dregs Radio // Sweet Luella Baby
FRIDAY:
Cuba Ferret // Telstar Funk & Soul // Jacob Coid (Demented Disco)
SATURDAY:
Big Things // Nodding Dog Disco // Tim Melia // DJ Dirty Mac
SUNDAY:
Jazzin the Park // Sabbath Soundsystem // Buckley's Alt 90s // Sweet Luella Baby
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FESTIVAL FOOD:
MR SLICE GUY PIZZA confirmed for Glastonferret 2025!
CRAFTS & CLOTHING STALLS:
Adding a bit of colour to Glastonferret, local creatives will be showing their wares at our Glastonferret market stalls.
OFFICIAL MERCH STALL:
Official Limited-Edition Glastonferret T-shirts + band merch.
OTHER STALLS TBA
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2025 TICKET PRICES:
4 Day Weekend Ticket:
£68 advance (SOLD OUT)
- access to the full event from Thursday 21st through to Sunday 24th August.
Single Day Tickets:
Thursday: £16.50 advance (SOLD OUT)
Friday: £18.50 advance
Saturday: £25 advance
Sunday: £18.50 advance
All advance ticket prices are subject to Skiddle booking fees.
Any remaining tickets will be on sale on the door, but your cheapest option is to buy in advance, which also guarantees you entry in the case of a SELL OUT.
Tickets available from:
www.skiddle.com/festivals/glastonferret
theferret.live/listings/glastonferret2025
GLASTONFERRET 2025 - The Original Indoor Turfed Festival
THURS 21st - SUN 24th August 2025
Venue: The Ferret, 55 Fylde Rd, Preston, PR1 2XQ
All ages welcome - under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Full price tickets must be purchased for all attendees (only babes in arms are the exception). Please note: expect loud music throughout the venue - both inside & outside.
OPENING TIMES:
Thurs 21st Aug: 4pm - 1am
Fri 22nd Aug: 3pm - 2am
Sat 23rd Aug: 12pm - 3am
Sun 24th Aug: 12pm - 3am
Charity Rave - Remembering Jonny Howlett
Remembering jonny howlett
A charity rave in memory of an unbelievable talent and friend.
On Friday 1st August, we host a party in memory of a beloved friend to all of us here at The Ferret and many, many people in Preston, Jonny Howlett. ♥️
Last year's event brought such good vibes to The Ferret, we just had to make it a regular thing - so we can honour Jonny's memory once again, and raise some money for charity in the process.
Jonny's friends have put together a charity rave - it's free entry (donations accepted on the door) and begins at 5PM all the way through to the wee hours, showcasing Jonny’s music - the music he loved and come of the tracks he produced alongside his friends.
🗣️Some words from Jadie - “It's going to be really special, so for anyone who knew Jonny l urge you to come and be a part of it, celebrating his life, his achievements, and reflecting on how he touched all of our hearts with his kindness, humour and unique personality!”
👉On behalf of Jonny's family, his sister Kirsty said: "As a family we remain devastated at Jonny's sudden death from an illness we were not aware he had. We are grateful for the continued support of family and friends.
“The event at The Ferret is a fitting tribute to honour his musical talent whilst highlighting and raising awareness for Amend the charity who supported us and helped us understand the rare illness that caused his sudden and devastating death."
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Doors open at 5PM and we will be partying till late! It is free entry but donations are requested, which are being raised for AMEND, (Association for multiple endocrine neoplasia disorders).
With DJs playing in the garden; the party then moves inside later in the evening, before the night ends with more DJs taking you through until 3AM.
DJs:
Nick Almond
Wilx
Acid Rockers
Tyramyx
& more
On the night, you can expect underground electronic music, including techno, house, ambient, drum and bass, jungle and more!
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🗓️ Friday 1st August 2025
📍 The Ferret | Preston
⏰ Doors 5PM until late
✨ FREE ENTRY - Charity donations requested - all going to AMEND.
PUNK + PSYCHOBILLY ALL DAYER! The Hyperjax + The Bitter Lemons, The Pink Diamond Revue, Death Trails + more!
The Ferret presents:
The Hyperjax
Scars on The Horizon - Album Launch
+ The Pink Diamond Revue
Death Trails
The Bitter Lemons
Sally Pepper
The Puncturists
Eye Scream Men
+ guest DJ: Guy Jardine
Punk Rock & Psychobilly All-Dayer
Sat 26th July
3pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
£6 advance / more on the door
Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41096312
THE HYPERJAX:
After nearly three decades going strong. The Hyperjax are returning to Preston at The Ferret launching their brand new sixth studio album 'Scars on the horizon'
Expect a mixture of old and new songs, with whole lot of energy driven Rockabilly/Punk Rock and Psychobilly delivered by the band AND audience.
THE PINK DIAMOND REVUE:
“Spangly gold late 1950s LSD-inspired tripadelica” D S Audio
The Pink Diamond Revue are a battle between humanity and something more synthetic. Even the trademark ongoing onstage conflict-come-love-affair between guitarist Tim Lane and the mannequin Acid Dol takes on a sinister edge as he nudges her askew with his guitar or adjusts her shades between tracks. Musically and visually too The Pink Diamond Revue are a constant war between a golden age of American rock’n’roll and a dark, dystopian future. “We’re not a rock and roll band” intones the narrative over the duo’s signature tune. No, they’re something far more potent: a simply magnificent spectacle – all militant, monolithic beats, serrated acid-surf guitars, snatches of arcane narrative and sirens. Lane himself often resembles a Teddy Boy re-imagined by a malevolent future AI and you can imagine this music acting as the perfect backdrop to apocalyptic cinema.
THE BITTER LEMONS:
Garage rock 'n' roll from Birmingham UK. As featured in Vintage Rock Magazine and UK Rock and Roll mag!
Not Your Daddy's Rockabilly! 🍋
DEATH TRAILS:
3 different souls doing intense live shows and making diy recordings. A mixture of ethnicities, genders and sexualities with a shared love of punk.
THE PUNCTURISTS:
Female-fronted Melodic Garage Punk from Barnsley, using the power of punk to unseat you, to shake you up.
EYE SCREAM MEN:
Blackpool's finest purveyors of Goo-Wop, Bubblegrunge and other 3 chord punk merriment. Thick fuzzy songs of forlorn and love sick teenage melodrama, exploitation cinema, kitchen sink social scuzz.
SALLY PEPPER:
Punk singer-songwriter from the North West of England. Sally has played shows all over the UK, as both a headline and support act, nabbing support slots for acts including The Meffs, Pet Needs, Grace Petrie, Millie Manders & The Shutup, Sonic Boom Six and Roam.
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***Punk Rock & Psychobilly All-Dayer***
Sat 26th July
3pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
ft. The Hyperjax
+ guests:
The Pink Diamond Revue
Death Trails
The Bitter Lemons
Sally Pepper
The Puncturists
Eye Scream Men
+ guest DJ: Guy Jardine
£6 advance / more on the door
Tickets: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41096312
THE 9075
THE 9075
Friday 25th July 2025
The Ferret, Preston
7PM
The 9075, formed in August 2019 from a jamming session, 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.
Tickets are on sale NOW! https://skiddle.com/e/40621045
Jonny Rockers Sound System - roots ‘n’ dub session
jonny rockers sound system
Saturday, 19th July
The Ferret | Preston
3PM til LATE!
FREE ENTRY
Jonny Rockers Soundsystem is ‼️BACK‼️at The Ferret on Saturday 19th July, bringing those well known vibes jam packed full of ROOTS, REGGAE & DUB.
🫵You know the drill. Expect reggae vibes all day and night with roots and dub sounds from the full crew AND HEAVY BASS from the sound system. It’s FREE ENTRY and we’re on it from 3PM until late, so meet us on the dancefloor and catch a vibe or five.
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jonny rockers sound system
Saturday, 19th July
The Ferret | Preston
3PM til LATE!
FREE ENTRY
Whingefest X - All-Dayer ft Sly & The Family Drone + Test Plan + Hawk Owl + Whinge + more
The Ferret & Whinge present:
WHINGEFEST X
All-Dayer Number 10
Sat 12th July
2pm - 2am
The Ferret, Preston
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Whingefest X All-Dayer ft Jeanie & The White Boys, S&TFD & more tickets from Skiddle .
Live Music Line-Up:
SLY & THE FAMILY DRONE
TEST PLAN
HAWK OWL
SHINDIG
BOI TOI
8-B1TCH
& your genial hosts:
WHINGE
+ Beer garden DJs all day & into the night:
Whinge & friends. Frank Lovescenes + Bolts + more TBA.
Another all-day affair. Live music & DJs all day and night.
Tickets £8 advance / more on the door
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/41161434
Indoors & out.
All ages welcome - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
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Established in 2019, Whingefest was a daft idea born in The Ferret beer garden late one night. And here it is: The 10th one!
Featuring another amazing lineup:
SLY & THE FAMILY DRONE:
Working with a sound palette of scronked electronics, bulging noise blasts, wailing sax & Kalashnikov drums, the band digs deeper than ever to find increasingly potent sonic pockets.
Like many classic noise bands before them, Sly & The Family Drone choose to play on the floor of their venues whenever they can. There’s a different "atmosphere, environment and dynamic" when they’re up close to people and surrounded by amplifiers.
TEST PLAN:
test plan are looking for the sweet spot between dancing and moshing. Formed of Rory Dickinson, Michalis Fragkiadakis, and Max Mason, the London-based DIY trio cultivate a ferocious blend of noise-rock, dance-punk, and post-hardcore. Winds of overloaded guitar feedback and distortion are punctuated by crunching drums and throbbing bass, all bound together by howls of angst and chaotic energy. Their dynamic live performances beckon a meeting point where volume and energy collide - intense, visceral, and unfiltered, hitting like a punch in the gut: sweat-soaked, teeth-rattling, and gloriously unhinged.
HAWK OWL:
Neurotic Northern millennials staring the reaper in the face. A fuzzy blend of psych, dream pop and space rock, featuring former members of Tero Kulero.
SHINDIG:
These North East DIY punks played at Whinge’s album launch at The Rat & Pigeon, Manchester & we’ve been looking for an excuse to bring them to Preston since they blew the bloody doors off.
BOI TOI:
Synth and punk-driven 5 piece, playing songs about Guinness and love and the Northern Rail prices.
8-B1Tch:
Chiptune maestro 8-B1Tch bends circuits and minds, as his tiny machines take us on a cosmic voyage. Also featuring the glorious Golden B’stard on the drums (TBC).
WHINGE:
Aaaaaand, don't forget your cordial hosts & “expert curators”: Whinge.
A meeting of four jaded old friends from the underbelly of the north-west music scene, Whinge began as a cathartic outlet and an attempt to press pause on the unrelenting passage of time.
Fuelled by nihilism and a playful eye for self-deprecation, one pub conversation too many saw their myriad of musical backgrounds meet their unpredictable approach to life, with the end result: ‘Whinge'. Like the best bands; more a gang than a group.
Post-punk & Psych informed DIY garage-rock played with gay abandon, Whinge slam together influences from the Mondays to the Sabbath, ESG to LCD, Genesis to the Rapture.
Over to Crackedankles Records:
"We knew the members of Whinge by sight from our local venue The Ferret where, it would seem, at least one of Whinge was in at any given time. Their debut gig was a kaleidoscope of conflict and charm that was intimidating and hilarious in equal measures. But underneath the chaos were really memorable, witty and well crafted songs portraying a unique palette of influences and the best front person we'd seen in years."
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Another all-day affair. Live music & DJs all day and night. 2pm - 2am.
Tickets £8 advance / more on the door
Indoors & out.
All ages welcome - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/41161434
THE TOTAL STONE ROSES + Guests
THE TOTAL STONE ROSES
+ Guests
7:30pm
Saturday 14th June 2025
The Ferret, Preston
The UK’s BEST Stone Roses Tribute return to the stage to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the eponymous Stone Roses gig at SPIKE ISLAND!
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! https://skiddle.com/e/40621024
Crackedankles Weekend ft Evil Blizzard, Sugarstone, Michael, Baboon, TV Face, Whinge, Polypores & more…
CRACKEDANKLES WEEKEND
The Ferret, Preston.
Friday 02 May 2025 - Saturday 03 May 2025
Crackedankles Records resides in the hot bed of the Ribble Delta that is Preston, Lancashire. Home of some amazing bands over the years that perhaps never got the breaks they would if they were in our neighbouring Manchester or Liverpool.
Crackedankles was set up primarily as an outlet for releases by Evil Blizzard, but quickly developed into releasing music by fellow idiots.
And now for the first time, Crackedankles Weekend takes place next May Bank Holiday, Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd May at the best venue in the land: The Ferret - when most of the bands Crackedankles have had the pleasure of working with will appear in one massive sesh…
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Crackedankles Weekend tickets from Skiddle .
Join us for two days of Crackedankles Records shaped jollities. Featuring most of the bands that have released through the label, including Evil Blizzard and many many more.
Arrive early - all entrants on Saturday before 7pm get a free label sampler and raffle ticket to win rarities, tees and other goodies.
Food will be available via Scrandanavia, The Ferret's foodie neighbours which can be brought into the venue.
Admission includes unlimited pass outs.
There will be a Crackedankles Records stall stocking all of our new & recent releases, and some long sold out gems - first come, first served!
PLEASE NOTE: As with all festivals, line up is subject to change.
Line up to be decided on the day, so please check social media for all stage times etc.
ARRIVE EARLY!
FRIDAY - doors open 7pm:
SUGARSTONE
BABOON
WHINGE
DEAD STILETTOS
FILTHYDIRTY
SATURDAY - doors open 4pm:
EVIL BLIZZARD
MICHAEL
POLYPORES
CHUM
TV FACE
ZD GRAFTERS
EMPTY CUT
FRIDAY BANDS INFO:
SUGARSTONE:
They played Glastonferret this year, and I've never seen a band demolish a crowd so quickly. They're local lads, so we've seen them before... but they spent 12 months playing around the country and boy; have they toughened up!
We're releasing their debut album to coincide with the weekend; more news about that release closer to the time. If anyone's going to steal the show that weekend, it'll be these lads. Miss them at your peril.
BABOON:
For the uninitiated among you; Baboon are a sort of Preston Super Group. Alright; ‘Average’ group. Featuring members of Blank Students, Cornershop, Pete Zanussi & The Appliance Of Funk, Formula One and Evil Blizzard (what a pedigree!), Baboon will bring the joy. Guaranteed. When Blizzard first started, Side declared 'Blizzard won't wear masks, as that's what Baboon do'.
But when Kav joined Blizzard, he brought the masks and the rest is history.
So - Blizzard fans; get down Friday night too, and see where one side of the Blizzard tree came from.
WHINGE:
On the Friday we see the mighty Whinge. 'But they aren't on Crackedankles?' I hear you yell over the rooftops; well - they are now!
Chuffed to announce that their debut single and album 'Something's Not Quite Right' will be released in Jan/Feb 2025. Pre orders for this go live on Friday 6th Dec.
DEAD STILETTOS:
DELIGHTED to be able to announce that Dead Stilettos will be joining the Friday line up. Stooges Garage surf-sleaze with enough Manc to have you checking your pockets after they’ve waltzed past. If The Cramps had listened to The Fall instead of Screamin’ Jay, they’d possibly sound like this. Sassy, brassy and classy.
FILTHYDIRTY:
Filthy (the Clown Prince of Evil Blizzard) is doing a solo slot on the Friday, featuring new tracks from his forthcoming new album.
SATURDAY BANDS INFO:
EVIL BLIZZARD:
Crackedankles is their record label, so of course Evil Blizzard will appear! Evil Blizzard at The Ferret is always a big one. Last time they were here it was to headline Glastonferret 2023, before that they sold out 2 nights in a row to Save The Ferret.
MICHAEL:
The one and only MICHAEL who, coincidentally, just got a rave 8/10 review of their recent album in Vive Le Rock Magazine.
They’ll be making a noise and annoying/enthralling everyone on the Saturday.
POLYPORES:
Chuffed beyond words about TWO announcements.
I’ve been a huge, huge fan of Polypores since its very first inception, and have repeatedly hassled Stephen when I’m drunk about letting us release one of his albums.
We’ve finally beaten him down, and we will be releasing the new album ‘Cosmically A Shambles’ in conjunction of the Weekender gig at The Ferret.
Yes - we’re releasing a LOAD of new music next year.
Yes; we’re moving away from the ‘usual’ noisy Crackedankles stuff, but we all have varied record collections, and want the label to reflect this.
So - all hail Polypores. Marvellous stuff.
CHUM:
South London via Outer Space CHUM play on the Saturday.
Their debut album ‘Metaphysical’ was released a couple of years ago (less than 20 copies left on vinyl!) and this will be their first gig north of London ever.
They describe themselves as ‘Retrospective Prognosticators, Mindless Psychoanalysts, Charlatan Ritualists. Follow them, Join them, Stop them...only you can decide.’
They feature:
Marvin Gardens, Randy Burns, Johnny Utah, Sweet Pudding and Tomas.
They’re brilliant.
Buy their album on vinyl or cassette here:
https://chumandchum.bandcamp.com/album/metaphysical-2
TV FACE:
The mighty TV FACE, whose debut album came out just over a year ago - copies of this are running low on vinyl, so if you haven't got one, then don't hang about.
ZD GRAFTERS:
The incredible & hellishly acerbic Brum Noise Jazz outfit ZD Grafters. We often get asked by Evil Blizzard what ex-member Kav is up to. He's still making a racket, these days with his incredibly talented son Zac on drums.
'But ZD Grafters aren't on Crackedankles?' I hear you say. Well - they are now! Their debut vinyl release 'Three Little Birds' is going on pre-order on Fri 6th Dec.
EMPTY CUT:
Joining us on Saturday is the first non-Crackedankles band: Empty Cut from Birmingham, who are ace.
Tickets on Skiddle: skiddle.com/e/40415386
Tickets on See Tickets: seetickets.com/event/crackedankles-weekend/the-ferret/3238870
Balearic Burger
Balearic Burger
For the first time ever, the Balearic Burger Big Track Tour lands in Preston - bringing sun-soaked beats, top-tier DJs, and unbeatable vibes.
🎧 Lineup:
🔹 Local legends Cottam, Tim Melia, and TF Wizard
🔹 BB DJ crew selectors Dobson, Adam Wilson, Matt Jarvis, Andy Stoddon, and Paul McGuinness
📍 Where? The Ferret, Preston
🕑 When? 2PM – 2AM
FREE ENTRY ALL DAY! No ticket needed - just bring your best moves.
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Something's Not Quite Right - Whinge Album Launch Party
Crackedankles, The Ferret & Whinge present:
Something's Not Quite Right
Whinge Album Launch Party
Sat 8th Feb 2025
The Ferret, Preston
2pm - late
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A meeting of 4 jaded old friends from the underbelly of the NW music scene, Whinge began as a cathartic outlet & an attempt to press pause on the unrelenting passage of time.
Fuelled by nihilism & a playful eye for self-deprecation, one pub conversation too many saw their myriad of musical backgrounds meet their unpredictable approach to life, with the end result: ‘Whinge'. Like the best bands; more a gang than a group.
Post-punk informed DIY garage-rock played with gay abandon, Whinge live shows veer from intense & frenetic to creeping & sardonic.
Over to Crackedankles Records:
"We knew the members of Whinge by sight from our local venue The Ferret where, it would seem, at least one of Whinge was in at any given time. Their debut gig was a kaleidoscope of conflict & charm that was intimidating & hilarious in equal measures. But underneath the chaos were really memorable, witty & well crafted songs portraying a unique palette of influences & the best front person we'd seen in years."
WHINGE - SOMETHING'S NOT QUITE RIGHT
Debut album coming Feb 2025:
Whinge's debut album 'Something's Not Quite Right' is released on strictly limited edition vinyl & CD on Crackedankles Records, who have previously released Hotwax, Thank, Evil Blizzard, King Gizzard ATLW, TV Face, Hauspoints, Dead Things and more.
Preceded by the 7" single 'I Think I Found A Lump' - out in Jan - the album is released 7th February 2025.
As DIY as it comes, these first full length recordings were done in drummer Matt's mum's garage. "These sound great - I can't wait to hear you record them properly" the label said.
"These are proper. This is it".
Don't argue with Whinge.
Something's not quite right.
More release info & preview tracks on Bandcamp: whinge.bandcamp.com
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Crackedankles, The Ferret & Whinge Present:
Something's Not Quite Right - Whinge Album Launch Party
Sat 8th Feb 2025
The Ferret, Preston
2pm - late
Tickets & details coming soon.
Whinge have been busy curating another outrageously good Whingefest Alldayer lineup. Look out for the full lineup drop featuring some of our favourite bands & some new discoveries, coming very very soon.
WHINGEFEST ALL-DAYER IX ft The DSM IV + Mums + Pill Fangs + TV FACE + Gaylips + Material Goods + Those Fkkkkkg Snowflakes + Whinge
The Ferret + Whinge present:
WHINGEFEST
ALL-DAYER IX
+ Whinge Album Launch Party!
ft:
The DSM IV | Mums
Pill Fangs | TV FACE
Gaylips | Material Goods
Those Fkkkkkg Snowflakes
& Whinge
Sat 8th Feb 2025
The Ferret, Preston
2pm - late
Tickets £5 advance / £10 on the door. Buy in advance to save yer pounds! Tickets: skiddle.com/e/40548098
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Whingefest All-Dayer IX tickets from Skiddle .
Established in 2019, the idea for Whingefest came up as a joke one night in The Ferret beer garden. And here it is. The 9th one! It's mainly an excuse for local band Whinge to play with some of their favourite bands, old friends, and new discoveries. But you lot can enjoy it too right? Plus, this edition is an extra-special Whingefest as it’s also the launch party for Whinge’s debut release “Something’s Not Quite Right” on Crackedankles Records. More about that later. In the meantime, check out this dead good lineup…
>>>>>>>>> THE DSM IV:
“Somewhere between The Stooges primal garage punk and Suicide's screeching futurism...blistering dance-punk” - CLASH
Formed in Liverpool in 2018 by former Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster frontman Guy McKnight, THE DSM IV crystallise the ultra real and the otherworldly, bringing a focused hyperrealism to the party. Their convention-defying live performances toy with audience expectations and stimulate questions of the narratives being sold to us as news—or entertainment—all to the beat of the drum machinist.
“Hardcore acid Scouse...McKnight still has the ability to summon demons and bewitch with his hoodoo” - Electronic Sound
As if pontificating from a lectern, McKnight sings and gesticulates like his life depends on it, his lyrics enticing or lacerating depending on the mood the band conjures. In an age of perversion of reality, justice and truth, THE DSM IV poetically reflect on our world’s hypocrisies and dilemmas, with danceability, intelligence, indignation, grace, style—refreshing purity for these polluted times.
New EP NEGATIVE UTOPIA is released 31st January 2025 via 9x9 Records.
“A swirling sinister slice of goth pop...dance floor-filling Sisters/Mission dry ice shenanigans” - Louder Than War
“A blend of The Fall, Suicide, Arthur Lee and acid house...dynamic and compelling” - The Quietus
linktr.ee/thedsmiv <<<<<<<<<
>>>>>>>>> MUMS:
“In the mutable realm of alternative music, where vibrancy clashes with cacophony and melodies flirt with dissonance, bands like Mums, rooted in the gritty landscape of Northwest England, show that longevity isn’t just about persistence—it’s about evolution.” - Idioteq
With their sound pushing its own boundaries, Mums drive deeper into the realm of thick riffs and earworm vocal lines, while ensuring the feedback always threatens to shatter speakers.
linktr.ee/Mumstheband <<<<<<<<<
>>>>>>>>> PILL FANGS:
Critically acclaimed songwriter Dan Haywood brings us Pill Fangs, channelling his love of New York 70s rock such as Lou Reed and Richard Hell. Haywood is joined by Lottie Baldwin on bass, Peek Freans on drums and Richard James Turner on synths, who produce a wonderfully jagged and amphetamine fuelled paranoid musical backdrop to the singer’s incisive, alienated vocals.
There is the slashing strung out guitar, the juddering drums pounding out like the drummer is trying to hit a fly on the skins, and the bass like a pacemaker going dangerously fast and worryingly slow. It’s the sound of too many late nights, not enough sleep, little daylight and the sense that the city is gonna get you in the end.
pillfangs.bandcamp.com <<<<<<<<<
>>>>>>>>> TV FACE:
The band called TV FACE are a gang-of-three from Lancaster. They are known for their ear-blistering and intense live shows, and described as “a wonderful trident of piercing guitar, bass and drums, unified by vocals through the torrent of hot noise, thunderous rumble and acid-scuzz” (Louder Than War). A classic three-piece, they have been compared to Mclusky, Brainiac, Minutemen. Gloriously, riotously, unashamedly angry, with a dash of indignation, and a soupçon of incredulity, their songs rage at the expectations of the keep-calm-and-carry-on-gang.
Their debut album Tide of Men was released September 2023 on Evil Blizzard’s label Crackedankles Records. It was named Louder Than War’s album of the week. The band are currently locked away in their hit factory in Morecambe writing material for their 2nd album, which they will record Spring 2025 and release on Crackedankles Records in September 2025. Two ltd ed lathe cut singles will be released in May and August.
linktr.ee/tvface <<<<<<<<<
>>>>>>>>> GAYLIPS:
The exact time that Gaylips was born has been forgotten. But, it might have been somewhere around the time when Carl and Jonny’s previous band imploded in its own Nu-Rave-neon-face-paint-please-like-us-NME bullshit which finally choked to death in the reduced section of Bedford Topman. But Carl and Jonny clambered out of the bargain bin, escaped the bad haircuts, and saw the glorious epiphany.
This is music with bayonets firmly fixed, a grenade rolled into a room, a final last hoorah before music is finally scarified at the altar of an AI algorithm.
gaylips1.bandcamp.com <<<<<<<<<
>>>>>>>>> MATERIAL GOODS:
Drawing inspiration from the likes of Nine Inch Nails, HEALTH, Deftones, IDLES, and How to Destroy Angels, Material Goods emerges as an electrifying blend of industrial electronic and post-punk influences.
linktr.ee/materialgoods <<<<<<<<<
>>>>>>>>> THOSE FKKKKKG SNOWFLAKES:
Jazzy Noisy Rocky Punky from Preston/Blackpool - released on Louder Than War Records and their own label ‘The Recording Industry Is Dead, Records’.
‘Those Fucking Snowflakes’ are a vibrant clash of left wing punk, noise rock and jazz tinged math, a band formed as a means to scream out the dread and horror faced in these terrible times of our modern society. From the current mess of the UK political system to the intolerance of, well, everything. From race and gender to such simple items as Greggs releasing a Vegan Sausage Roll, the band are shouting about it backed with a tight unique sound and occasional off kilter humour.
"Deploying 1000 volts through the civility of discourse."
thosefuckingsnowflakes.co.uk <<<<<<<<<
>>>>>>>>> WHINGE:
Your hosts & “expert curators”. A meeting of 4 jaded old friends from the underbelly of the NW music scene, Whinge began as a cathartic outlet & an attempt to press pause on the unrelenting passage of time.
Fuelled by nihilism & a playful eye for self-deprecation, one pub conversation too many saw their myriad of musical backgrounds meet their unpredictable approach to life, with the end result: ‘Whinge'. Like the best bands; more a gang than a group.
Post-punk informed DIY garage-rock played with gay abandon, Whinge live shows veer from intense & frenetic to creeping & sardonic.
Over to Crackedankles Records:
"We knew the members of Whinge by sight from our local venue The Ferret where, it would seem, at least one of Whinge was in at any given time. Their debut gig was a kaleidoscope of conflict & charm that was intimidating & hilarious in equal measures. But underneath the chaos were really memorable, witty & well crafted songs portraying a unique palette of influences & the best front person we'd seen in years."
WHINGE - SOMETHING'S NOT QUITE RIGHT
Debut album coming Feb 2025:
Whinge's debut album 'Something's Not Quite Right' is released on strictly limited edition vinyl & CD on Crackedankles Records, who have previously released Hotwax, Thank, Evil Blizzard, King Gizzard ATLW, TV Face, Hauspoints, Dead Things and more.
Preceded by the 7" single 'I Think I Found A Lump' - out in Jan - the album is released 7th February 2025.
As DIY as it comes, these first full length recordings were done in drummer Matt's mum's garage. "These sound great - I can't wait to hear you record them properly" the label said.
"These are proper. This is it".
Don't argue with Whinge.
Something's not quite right.
More release info & preview tracks on Bandcamp: whinge.bandcamp.com <<<<<<<<<
The Ferret + Whinge present:
WHINGEFEST ALL-DAYER IX
+ Whinge Album Launch Party!
ft:
The DSM IV | Mums
Pill Fangs | TV FACE
Gaylips | Material Goods
Those Fkkkkkg Snowflakes
& Whinge
Sat 8th Feb 2025
The Ferret, Preston
2pm - late
Tickets £5 advance / £10 on the door. Buy in advance to save yer pounds!
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/40548098
Loose Articles - Kick Like A Girl EXTRA TIME - The Ferret All-Dayer + Soundcheck Shadowing & Q+A
Manchester punks Loose Articles bring us their Kick Like A Girl Extra Time project, with an all-dayer lineup ft The Red Stains, Fig by Four & more
Rounding out a huge 2024 for the band following the release of their long-awaited debut album, Scream If You Wanna Go Faster, via Alcopop! Records, Manchester punks Loose Articles are delighted to announce news of their Arts Council England-funded Kick Like A Girl Extra Time! touring project for 2025 - And they’ll be visiting us here at The Ferret!
Running throughout Jan/Feb/Mar 2025 across grassroots venues in the north of England, tickets are on sale now.
LOOSE ARTICLES - Kick Like A Girl EXTRA TIME
The Ferret All-Dayer (doors 4pm)
ft Loose Articles, The Red Stains, Fig by Four, Bryony Williams, Pocketknife, Palette & Antonia Sharples
+ soundcheck shadowing and Q&A before the show (from 1:30pm - 3pm)
Sat 1st Feb 2025
The Ferret | Preston
As well as an all-day gig featuring a stellar line-up, Loose Articles will be sharing the secrets of what it’s really like to be in their shoes, and a part of the Loose Articles touring team, which includes female booking agents, crew, promoter, and management. If you are female or non-binary come along to shadow both the band and crew at soundcheck, and ask as many questions as you like afterwards.
Tickets on sale now!
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Loose Articles - Kick Like A Girl Extra Time - All-Dayer tickets from Skiddle .
Full all-dayer lineup:
Loose Articles
The Red Stains
Fig by Four
Bryony Williams
Pocketknife
Palette
Antonia Sharples
LOOSE ARTICLES
Recently winning themselves coveted, high profile support slots with the likes of New Order, Foo Fighters, The Lovely Eggs, and Gang of Four, the quartet are proudly presenting an alternative touring model with their own run of headline dates next year.
Specialising in discordant, hypnotic repetition, tales of nights out, and radical politics, Loose Articles are a punk quartet with plenty to say. Their music speaks to all those determined to get through the age of austerity with tongue in cheek, and two feet firmly on the dancefloor. Plying repetition (repetition, repetition…) with ragged edges and a sardonic, sarcastic drawl delivered with fierce, in your face, punk-fueled attitude, both feminine & threatening, Loose Articles are here to make a point.
Already heavily championed by Steve Lamacq at BBC 6 Music (where they’ve also seen strong support from Chris Hawkins, Tom Robinson and Amy Lamé) the band have also picked up love from John Kennedy at Radio X, appearing on the Evening Playlist, and have appeared on Spotify’s The Punk List.
Elsewhere they’ve been covered by NME as one of The NME 100 list, endorsed by punk friendly fashion labels Fred Perry Subculture and Underground England, named as one of Under The Radar Magazine’s 22 for 2022, and have appeared on BBC One’s Football Focus as keen amateur pundits and fans of the beautiful game. Kick Like A Girl was released around the Women’s 2022 Euros, with Shoot Music supporting key sporting playlists - alongside a request from Dave Grohl to support the Foo Fighters in Manchester.
LOOSE ARTICLES - Kick Like A Girl EXTRA TIME
The Ferret All-Dayer (doors 4pm)
+ soundcheck shadowing and Q&A before the show (from 1:30pm - 3pm)
Sat 1st Feb 2025
The Ferret | Preston
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/40388342
SOUNDCHECK SHADOWING & Q+A:
Giving inclusive, intimate access and entry-level insights into the music industry, whilst supporting grassroots venues and northern creatives, the band invite you to join them on their musical journey. They will be sharing the secrets of what it’s really like to be in their shoes, and a part of the Loose Articles touring team, which includes female booking agents, crew, promoter, and management.
Although tickets will be available to all-comers for the shows, the KLAG project is aimed at primarily engaging young female and non-binary people (ages 14 - 25) from marginalised backgrounds and groups who typically aren't represented in the music industry. The band will illuminate the pathways into the often male-dominated music scene with community outreach locally via local community groups in each town including Lancashire Music Hub, Sound Waves Cumbria, More Music Morecambe and local Library Services.
Commenting on the project, the band say: “This is the second Kick Like a Girl tour and from the reaction we had during and following the last one, we feel more than ever the importance as a band to be doing tours like this. We feel passionately about making changes in the music industry to address inequality. We want to create a shift away in the industry we operate in from being white male dominated.”
“Across all the job roles that exist—from being in a band to being a sound tech, promoter, manager etc—we want to encourage young female and non-binary people to get involved and feel like they can succeed in this line of work. As a band our song topics touch on gender roles and overcoming the struggles of being a gender minority in a male dominated industry, so why not actually practice what we preach about in our songs and really try to make a difference? We want all of the gigs we play to be a safe space for all regardless of gender identity. Everyone is invited to get involved with the party!”
Part of the funding from Arts Council England will also be used to subsidise overheads for the venues, all of which are independent, often overlooked on the mainstream touring circuits, and providing a vital service to their communities, meaning ticket prices can be kept low and accessible.
If you are female or non-binary (ages 14 - 25) come along to shadow both the band and crew at soundcheck, and ask as many questions as you like afterwards. Your name will be added to the band’s VIP LAFC club, and you and a guardian/friend will be placed on a special VIP guest list that night for the show.
These special VIP tickets are free and available on a first come, first served basis.
Participants will continue to be part of the band’s music industry journey with early invites to tours, the opportunity to join a gig buddy scheme, attendance at special events, and they’ll signpost you to music industry opportunities that are happening locally.
In support of the project, Loose Articles will be expanding LAFC via Discord—an inclusive fan club with exclusive merch, big days out, and a way for an expanding network of fans to get involved with the band.
The ‘Kick Like A Girl Extra Time!’ tour comes just before the band embark on a summer 2025 festival programme both in the UK and abroad.
Come down to a show and join the LAFC of strong, like-minded, music-obsessed people!
For a free ticket to a soundcheck and Q&A please fill in the form at https://forms.gle/ZWfjV9HdBdKZQHDy6
Or send an email request with your name to: Alison Surtees at alison@almaisonproducers.net
Limited places so hurry! Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult (free places offered for guardians).
Tickets to the all-dayer are £5 - available via skiddle.com or theferret.live
Soundcheck Shadowing + Q&A from 1:30pm - 3pm.
All-Dayer Doors Open at 4pm.
Jonny Rockers Soundsystem at The Ferret
jonny rockers soundsystem
Saturday 25th January 2025
The Ferret | Preston
5PM til LATE!
Jonny Rockers SS is BACK at The Ferret, bringing those well known vibes jam packed full of ROOTS, REGGAE & DUB. You know the drill. Expect reggae vibes all day and night with roots and dub sounds from the full crew AND HEAVY BASS from the sound system.
Empire Events End of Year Party ft British Birds & more
Empire Events End of Year Party
Empire Events close out 2024 with their end of year party! Featuring British Birds, Bards, Dilemmas, Dregs Radio, Coal Mob & Tay Temple.
Empire Events invites you to The Ferret in Preston, for an end of year party featuring some of the best local, up-and-coming talent that Lancashire and the north-west has to offer!
Featuring:
British Birds
Bards
Dilemmas
Dregs Radio
Coal Mob
Tay Temple
TICKETS: skiddle.com/e/40373343
Early Doors Show: Lanterns + Blindside + Tea Total + The Shoestrings + Arran Dailly
The Ferret brings you an early-doors cheap-as-chips show with 5 great live acts!
We're kicking open our doors at 5pm, with live music finishing by 10:30pm, get your last bus home & don't break the bank!
PLUS! Amazing food from Scrandinavia available throughout!
The Ferret presents
An Early Doors Show
ft
LANTERNS
BLINDSIDE
TEA TOTAL
THE SHOESTRINGS
ARRAN DAILLY
Saturday 30th November
The Ferret, Preston
Doors open 5pm. First act on stage at 5:30pm.
Live Music finishes by 10:30pm.
Free entry before 7pm! £5 after.
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Lanterns:
Lanterns are a northern, indie dream-pop trio from Rossendale, Lancashire, with a sound that is an energetic reminiscence of bands such as The Maccabees, Bloc Party, The 1975 & Bastille. Focusing on melodic guitars, addictive rhythmic drums, and prominent dreamy vocals that stick with you. Previously marked by BBC Introducing Lancashire as one to watch.
instagram.com/lanternsareone
Blindside:
After an extended hiatus, we welcome back Blindside - an Alternative Indie Rock Band hailing from our fair City of Preston. Providing music to get your head banging and feet moving and the occasional song to get your tears running.
instagram.com/official_blindside
Tea Total:
3 piece band from Manchester with proper Punky vibes. Just a few lads from round Manny way (formerly known as The Paupers) who play music n that.
instagram.com/teatotalband
The Shoestrings:
Brand-new band from North of here. The Shoestrings WILL be playing.
instagram.com/_theshoestrings
Arran Dailly:
Arran Dailly is an acoustic guitarist and vocalist from Neilston, Glasgow. Currently based in Preston (and a familiar face behind The Ferret bar) Arran has gained a reputation for his accomplished performances, from indie pop to melancholy rock.
instagram.com/daillytunes
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The Ferret presents
An Early Doors Show
ft
LANTERNS
BLINDSIDE
TEA TOTAL
THE SHOESTRINGS
ARRAN DAILLY
Saturday 30th November
The Ferret, Preston
Doors open 5pm. First act on stage at 5:30pm. Live Music finishes by 10:30pm.
Free entry before 7pm! £5 after.
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Glastonferret 2024 - The ORIGINAL INDOOR TURFED Festival!
GLASTONFERRET 2024
The Original Indoor Turfed Festival!
ft. THE LOVELY EGGS // THE WAVE PICTURES // SNAPPED ANKLES // CALVA LOUISE // PREGOBLIN // HOLIDAY GHOSTS // PLANTOID // DEJA VEGA // IMPERIAL WAX…
& much much more!
THURS 22nd - SUN 25th August 2024.
The Ferret | Preston.
SINGLE DAY & 4-DAY WEEKEND TICKETS ON SALE NOW:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Glastonferret 2024 tickets from Skiddle .
GLASTONFERRET 2024 - The Original Indoor Turfed Festival returns!
THURS 22nd - SUN 25th August 2024.
The Ferret | Preston.
The Ferret's legendary event is back for its 17th year, as always: bigger and better than ever. Four days filled with a massive live-music lineup of amazing acts; real grass, hay bales & festival decor installed throughout the whole inside of the venue; guest craft ales, cider and summer drinks on tap; fantastic festival food vendors, DJ sessions & crafty stalls in the extended outdoor area; and late night after parties taking us through til the early hours.
Events run from Thursday night until Sunday night (Bank Holiday).
SINGLE DAY & 4-DAY WEEKEND TICKETS ON SALE NOW: skiddle.com/e/37137283
Previous year's guests have included: BODEGA, Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage, Evil Blizzard, Panic Shack, Do Nothing, The Blinders, She Drew The Gun, Strange Bones, Porij, The Orielles, Bob Vylan, Billy Nomates, Red Rum Club, The Lovely Eggs, Twisted Wheel, Treeboy & arc, Bo Ningen, Personal Trainer, TVAM, Grandmas House, Wooze, The Bug Club, The Utopia Strong, JOHN, Fuzzy Sun & many many more over 16 previous years of the festival.
The GLASTONFERRET 2024 LINEUP:
From special guest headliners to local legends, outdoor DJ sessions to massive live shows - Glastonferret 2024 promises to be an absolute belter.
--- OPENING NIGHT: Thursday 22nd August 2024 (from 4pm) ---
THE LOVELY EGGS
AK/DK
The Battery Farm
Ginnel
Pleasureinc
Cadaver Beach
Defined By
--- Friday 23rd August 2024 (from 2pm) ---
THE WAVE PICTURES
Holiday Ghosts
Plantoid
Laura J Martin
The Cities
Pray For Mojo
Redearth
--- Saturday 24th August 2024 (from 12pm) ---
SNAPPED ANKLES
Pregoblin
Deja Vega
Imperial Wax
Whinge
Torture & The Desert Spiders
Pretty
Filthydirty
All Hail Hyena
Design Rewind
Jess Thomas
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CALVA LOUISE
Johnny Hunter
Yaang
Sugarstone
TV Face
Tero Kulero
Ivan Campo
Beach Mountain
The Empire Police
Fitzsy
Millicent
FirstnameFrank
Glastonferret isn't just about the bands on the main stage (although they’re all top notch) - these lot are here for your listening & dancing & feasting & shopping pleasure…
DJ SESSIONS:
From a Sunday night closing party with special guest DJs through to laidback afternoon beats & pieces we’ve got all sorts of selectors joining us for all-day DJ sessions out in our extended beer garden, as well as late night after parties once the bands have finished...
THURSDAY:
DJ line up TBA
FRIDAY:
DJ line up TBA
SATURDAY:
DJ line up TBA
SUNDAY:
DJ line up TBA
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CRAFTS & CLOTHING STALLS:
Adding a bit of colour to Glastonferret, local creatives will be showing their wares at our Glastonferret market stalls.
OFFICIAL MERCH STALL:
Official Limited-Edition Glastonferret T-shirts + band merch.
OTHER STALLS TBA
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FESTIVAL FOOD:
FOOD VENDORS TBA
2024 TICKET PRICES:
4 Day Weekend Ticket:
£60 advance (earlybirds now sold out)
- access to the full event from Thursday 22nd through to Sunday 25th August.
Single Day Tickets:
Thursday: £15 advance
Friday: £17.50 advance
Saturday: £20 advance
Sunday: £17.50 advance
All advance ticket prices are subject to Skiddle booking fees.
Any remaining tickets will be on sale on the door, but your cheapest option is to buy in advance, which also guarantees you entry in the case of a SELL OUT.
Tickets available from:
www.skiddle.com/festivals/glastonferret
theferret.live/listings/glastonferret2024
GLASTONFERRET 2024 - The Original Indoor Turfed Festival
THURS 22nd - SUN 25th August 2024
The Ferret, 55 Fylde Rd, Preston, PR1 2XQ
All ages welcome - under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Full price tickets must be purchased for all attendees (only babes in arms are the exception). Please note: expect loud music throughout the venue - both inside & outside.
OPENING TIMES:
Thurs 22nd Aug: 4pm - 1am
Fri 23rd Aug: 3pm - 2am
Sat 24th Aug: 12pm - 3am
Sun 25th Aug: 12pm - 3am
OVERLOAD 2024
Preston’s annual local showcase returns Saturday, 17th August for its 8th year running! OVERLOAD brings you some of the best talent from the rock scene.
OVERLOAD 2024
The Ferret, Preston
Saturday, 18th August 2024
Doors 3PM
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🔥VIRAL STRAIN - Viral Strain is a four-piece hard rock/heavy metal band from Manchester, UK. Drawing from a diverse range of influences and mixing elements of metal, punk, and blues, they pride themselves on offering something for everyone.
🔥LYTHIUM - Lythium focus on powerful melodies and strong vocals. The band has managed to create a sound that is simultaneously unique and recognisable.
🔥FATES HOLLOW - The music of Fate's Hollow follows an anthology of stories as told by a mysterious antlered bird. As the music is released, each song will be accompanied by a written elaboration of the narrative.
🔥ANOTHER THURSDAY - A 5-piece British Hard-Pop Rock band from Blackpool, England. The band formed in 2021 from a collection of Lively, energetic, loud, rockers!
🔥TRENCHES - A riff heavy grunge rock band resonating out of Preston, Lancashire.
🔥FALLEN NORTH - Preston based hard rock band. Their set is a mix of rock, hard rock, punk rock, heavy rock and metal... there's something for everyone.
🔥PARRILLA - A killer metal band hailing from Blackpool.
🔥With an acoustic opening performance from emotive alt pop artist IMOGEN EVANS.
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OVERLOAD 2024
Saturday, 17th August 2024
The Ferret | Preston
Doors 3PM
https://skiddle.com/e/39289969
Whingefest All-Dayer VIII: 5 Years of Whingefest!
Whingefest All-Dayer
VIII
5 Years of Whingefest!
Another all-day affair: 2pm - 2am.
LIVE MUSIC LINE-UP:
MICHAEL
THE BATTERY FARM
HAUSPOINTS
TITS UP
THEE WINDOM EARLES
SILVERWINGKILLER
DREGS RADIO
& your genial hosts:
WHINGE
+ Beer garden DJs all day & into the night:
BARIUM NETWORK
SABBATH SOUNDSYSTEM
DAVID CHAMBERS
+ stall from STORMCAT clothes & accessories & cool shit
Saturday 13th July | The Ferret, Preston
Indoors & out.
Earlybird tickets on sale now!
All ages welcome - Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Whingefest All-Dayer: 5 Years of Whingefest! tickets from Skiddle .
DRASTIC ACTION All-Dayer ft The Primevals // Marcel Wave // Yaang // Autocamper & more
The Ferret presents:
DRASTIC ACTION
all-dayer
When everything is grim, it’s time for Drastic Action. Live music is the answer. All day. All night.
The Primevals // Marcel Wave // Yaang // Autocamper // Big Boy Foolish // The Bordellos // The Tearless Life // Bingo Bay // Martha Maclaren // DJ Dave Chambers
Sat 29th June.
2pm - 11pm.
The Ferret, Preston.
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With:
THE PRIMEVALS - canonised as 'Garage Rock Greats' by Stewart Lee who has included them in a series of shows he's curating in London.
The longer they go on, the more It seems like The Primevals are living up to their name, a missing link back to what we are only now realising was a glorious unrepeatable period of garage rock brilliance in the mid to late 80s, characterised by bands like The Gun Club, The Cramps and The Scientists.
Aa Stewart Lee said, "Glasgow’s gutterbilly veterans lay widescreen Americana and free jazz flavoured freak-outs over a durable garage punk template. Immortal and imperious at last, now The Primevals really are what they once merely dreamed of."
MARCEL WAVE -
featuring the guitarist and bass player from Sauna Youth and the other guys from the slightly less well-known Cold Pumas, backing up the striking wordscapes of Maike Hale-Jones. Early Fall is a definite musical touchstone. Album out on Upset The Rhythm records in June, Marcel Wave cannot be missed.
YAANG -
Forming in 2017 when Davey Moore (vocals/sampler) met Oliver Duffy (Guitars/vocals) at a rhythmic awareness class at the University of Salford - and later completed by Ben White (Ex-Working Men’s Club) on bass duties - the trio have steadily built their reputation for furious, high-energy, live shows, powered by the rocket-fuel combo of pulsating drum loops, clangorous guitars and a wicked sense of humour.
AUTOCAMPER -
Autocamper formed in 2004 to perform jangle pop shanties in exchange for free passage on merchant sailing vessels.
BIG BOY FOOLISH -
Big Boy Foolish are Ricky Dinneen and Liam Heffernan, a post-punk duo from Cork, Ireland. Ricky was famously in Five Go Down To The Sea?, one of the most shambolic and chaotic of the mid 80s indie acts, a time when there was a lot of competition for that accolade!
Five Go Down to the Sea probably started the nutty Irish boys Eire/London connection that eventually produced more successful acts Stump and Sultans of Ping in their wake. Applying the 'original is best' rule means that FGDTTS were obviously better than both of them. Big Boy Foolish plough a similar furrow to FGDTTS, meandering rambling music and off the wall lyrical concepts. Once you manage to tune into their frequency, it's an addictive proposition.
Big Boy Foolish rarely play in the UK and anyone with an interest in what John Robb has termed the 'Death to Trad Rock' scene should make sure they catch their set at Drastic Action.
Music | Big Boy Foolish (bandcamp.com)
THE BORDELLOS -
Psych-influenced ramshackle three piece from the North West of England, on a quest to upset and annoy as much of the music industry as possible.
THE TEARLESS LIFE -
Cultpop from the pagan valleys of East Lancashire & The Spaces Between Spaces. "...overlapping layers of voices carry drifting melodies that drape over the mesmeric musical fabric... Filtering pop-focused writing through a kaleidoscopic musical lens.” - Plastic Mag
BINGO BAY -
Bingo Bay are an alt/rock/pop band from Preston, formed in 2005 by singer/songwriter Kevin Cross. Catchy, melodic songs fused with elements of pop/punk/garage and funk with the odd ballad. 'We follow our own pathway regardless of fads and fashions.'
MARTHA MACLAREN -
Wonderfully discordant no-fi antifolk featuring intimate world building and great storytelling, with lyrics about visiting her grandma and the like.
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+ Preston's own DJ DAVE CHAMBERS (ex-Cornershop & The Common Cold, currently UHR & Beach Mountain) on the wheels of steel / moulded plastic.
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DRASTIC ACTION all-dayer
The Primevals
Marcel Wave
Yaang
Autocamper
Big Boy Foolish
The Bordellos
The Tearless Life
Bingo Bay
Martha Maclaren
DJ Dave Chambers
£8 Advance
Sat 29th June.
2pm - 11pm.
The Ferret, Preston.
All ages welcome - under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Accessible ground-floor venue, stage, bar & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/39223294
All Day Rave - Remembering Jonny Howlett
Remembering jonny howlett
An all day rave in memory of an unbelievable talent and friend.
This Saturday at The Ferret will be an all dayer in memory of our friend Jonny Howlett who died suddenly from an undiagnosed condition last year which affected so many of us in the community and in Preston’s underground music scene.
Jonny was unbelievably talented; he didn't just make his own music, but worked alongside some amazing artists, some of which will be showcasing tracks that they produced together live and also by DJ’s on the night!
It's going to be really special, so for anyone who knew Jonny l urge you to come and be a part of it, celebrating his life, his achievements, and reflecting on how he touched all of our hearts with his kindness, humour and unique personality!
Doors open at 3PM and we will be partying till late! It is free entry but donations are welcome which are being raised for AMEND, (Association for multiple endocrine neoplasia disorders).
Donations welcome: Click here to donate
Hope to see you all down there for a right good rave up that Jonny would be proud of!
On behalf of Jonny's family, his sister Kirsty said: "This weekend would have been Johnathan’s 46th birthday. As a family we remain devastated at his sudden death from an illness we were not aware he had. We are grateful for the continued support of family and friends.
“The event at The Ferret is a fitting tribute to honour his musical talent whilst highlighting and raising awareness for Amend the charity who supported us and helped us understand the rare illness that caused his sudden and devastating death."
A local radio presenter and DJ who worked closely with Jonny, Jadie Swales-Barnes, said: "He was unbelievably talented; he didn't just make his own music, but worked alongside some amazing artists, some of which will be showcasing tracks that they produced together live.
“You will also hear Jonny’s own music played by DJs on the night which has been put together by Nick Almond, a local DJ and event organiser who shared many years of friendship with Jonny and has rallied together friends, family and musicians who knew and worked alongside Jonny, to all have input on how the event will go - it's been great team work.
"It's going to be really special, we are welcoming all to come and be a part of it. We are celebrating his life, his achievements and reflecting on how he touched all of our hearts with his kindness, humour and unique personality!"
Doors for the event open at 3pm with DJs playing in the garden; the party then moves inside later in the evening for live performances, before the night ends with more DJ’s taking you through until 2am.
On the day, you can expect underground electronic music, including techno, house, ambient, drum and bass, jungle and more!
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Beer Garden Session:
JimmyWilx: 3pm - 4:15
Priceless Mench & DJ Kit: 4:15pm - 5:30
The Filth Wizard: 5:30pm - 6:45
Hellpass: 6:45 - 8pm
Acid Rockers: 8pm - 9:15
Nick Almond: 9:15pm - 10:30
The Ferret Stage:
Wilx: 7:45 - 9pm
Crabsy: 9pm - 10:15
Synthtexture: 10:15pm - 11:30
Tyramyx: 11:30pm - 12:45
Stu.0: 12:45 - 2am
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Saturday, 8th June 2024
The Ferret | Preston
Doors 3PM until 2AM
FREE ENTRY - Donations welcome: Click here to donate
Homeboy Sandman (Brooklyn, New York) - HIP HOP ALL DAY ft guests: Jazzin The Park DJs + Big Things DJs + Marx + BLKY + DJ Mark Ski + DJ Alex FB + Bolts
Presented by The Ferret in association with Preston Jazz & Improvisation Festival
The Ferret + Big Things present: HIP HOP ALL DAY
ft. the legendary HOMEBOY SANDMAN (Brooklyn, NYC)
with special guests:
Marx
BLKY
DJ Mark Ski
DJ Alex FB
Bolts
+ All Day Outdoor DJ Session:
JAZZIN THE PARK DJs
BIG THINGS DJs
Sunday, 2nd June 2024
The Ferret | Preston
3pm - late!
(DJs in the beer garden 3pm til late
Live MCs on stage from 7pm)
HOMEBOY SANDMAN (Brooklyn NYC):
Renowned lyricist Homeboy Sandman delivers a rich tapestry of beats and rhymes that transcend the boundaries of conventional Hip-Hop.
Pitchfork commended the emcee saying, “When it comes to underground rap veterans who have remained both prolific and reliable, Homeboy Sandman doesn’t have much in the way of competition.”
New album Rich II promises to be a testament to Homeboy Sandman's unwavering commitment to authentic storytelling and musical innovation, showcasing his unique ability to craft rap anthems with a distinct flair.
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Meanwhile, outdoors, Jazzin’ The Park DJs bring the flavour, alongside your hosts the Big Things DJs. Special guest DJs include: DJ Mark Ski, DJ Alex FB & Bolts.
With special guest support MCs: Marx & BLKY, this promises to be a Super Sunday of beats, rhymes & vibes.
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Sunday 2nd June
3pm til late
The Ferret, Preston
DJs in the beer garden 3pm til late
Live MCs on stage from 7pm
Tickets: £9 earlybirds // more on the door
Tickets: skiddle.com/e/39036451
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue. Dog friendly.
Willy Banjo's 30th Birthday Rewind ft ALTERN 8 + many more!
The Legendary Willy Banjo celebrates 30 years in the business, with a reunion birthday do ft ALTERN 8 & more - raising money for The Foxton Centre!
Saturday 1st June 2024
The Ferret, Preston
2pm - 2am
With music from:
ALTERN 8
(Rave Legend Mark Archer DJ Set)
DJ Tony Cannon
(House Classics)
The Filth Wizard
(Beats of Rage - Robot Rock Rewind)
Cottam
(Beer Garden Block Party)
Jake Whoo
(House & Techno)
DJ Willy Banjo
(30 Years of Nonsense)
Fifi’s Kitchen Disco
(House & Disco Anthems)
DJ Mills Pays The Bills B2B Captain Redeye
(Smoking Beats)
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Join us for a night of classic house, rave, hiphop and more. This is pure party music so bring your dancing shoes.
Guaranteed to be a cracking night and we're raising money for The Foxton Centre once again.
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Tickets start at just £9 and £3 from each ticket will go to The Foxton Centre - a local Preston charity:
THE FOXTON CENTRE
Helping the most marginalised communities & supporting them with resources and opportunities to flourish as human beings.
- Providing and enabling resources of people, place and community
- Actively working with others to promote social justice
- Helping people to grow, learn and flourish
...and they do it bloody well.
The Ferret have also chipped in for costs and the DJs are playing for costs... Proper Charity night!
Get your dancing shoes on!
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Tickets are £9 advance, more on the door.
Tickets available from the legendary Willy Banjo's shop on Lowthian St, Preston - or online from Skiddle.
The Legendary Willy Banjo's 30th Birthday Rewind
Saturday 1st June 2024
The Ferret, Preston
2pm - 2am
All day from 2pm - beer garden block party with COTTAM.
DJs on the main stage from 6pm.
Altern-8 set time 11pm.
No dress code - ROAR.
Under 18s welcome up to 9pm. All under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.
Tickets: https://skiddle.com/e/39049344
Empire Events Presents: Heavy Goods
Empire Events Presents:
Heavy Goods
Empire Events return to The Ferret in Preston for another all-day party, this time featuring some of the hottest and heaviest bands around!
Featuring:
Supera Morza
The Strangerz
Rude Films
Dog Sport
Eternum Joy
Maggie Witch
Horsemeat
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TICKETS: www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Empire-Events-Presents-Heavy-Goods/38074294/
An all-day party, live from The Ferret in Preston, featuring some of the hottest and heaviest live bands around!
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Saturday 11th May 2024
The Ferret | Preston
4PM - 2AM
TICKETS: www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Preston/The-Ferret/Empire-Events-Presents-Heavy-Goods/38074294/
Shenanigans All-Dayer: Pop Punk Bangers & Kerrang Classics! with KERRANG’D live band
Shenanigans All-Dayer: Pop Punk Bangers & Kerrang Classics!
With Kerrang’d!
Saturday 20th April 2024
2:30pm - 2am
The Ferret | Preston
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Shenanigans All Dayer ft Kerrang'd - Pop Punk & Kerrang Classics tickets from Skiddle .
Another Alternative All-dayer comes to The Ferret this 420!
Join the Shenanigans DJs for an afternoon & evening of Pop Punk Bangers, 90's/00's Kerrang Classics + MTV2/Skuzz nostalgia!!
Get your band tee’s on and your flaming Converse out!!
Saturday 20th April - Music kicks off in the beer garden at 2:30pm, through to 2am inside...
WITH... Amazing live performance from KERRANG'D: The UK's definitive live tribute to Kerrang! covering rock/emo/alternative classics from the early 90’s-00's! 🤘
Alien Ant Farm // All American Rejects // Andrew WK // Avril Lavigne // Blink 182 // Bloodhound Gang // Bowling for Soup // Deftones // Drowning Pool // Electric Six // Fall Out Boy // Feeder // Foo Fighters // Fountains of Wayne // Good Charlotte // Green Day // The Hives // Jawbreaker // Jimmy Eat World // Korn // Linkin Park // My Chemical Romance // New Found Glory // No Doubt // Paramore // The Offspring // Papa Roach // Puddle of Mudd // Rage Against The Machine // Sum 41 // System Of A Down // Taking Back Sunday // Tenacious D // Weezer // Wheatus & more more more!
FREE ENTRY BEFORE 6PM // £8 AFTER (£6 ADVANCE DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW).
Shenanigans All-Dayer
with Kerrang'd + Shenanigans DJs
Saturday 20th April | 2:30pm - 2am
The Ferret | Preston
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Tickets: skiddle.com/e/38202523
DENGFEST - preston’s heavy music all dayer
Preston's brand-new heavy music all dayer.
the great nothing presents: DENGFEST
Sat 13th April
2pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
A sonic pallet of alternative heavy music from some of the most promising and emerging bands from the UK underground scene.
Expect pits, riffs, anthems, aggression and maybe even a dance.
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: the great nothing presents: DENGFEST tickets from Skiddle .
the great nothing: Manchester's own alternative metal & post hardcore emergent - returning to The Ferret after their January headliner. Bringing disgusting 9 string rhythms blended with funky guitar work, anthemic choruses, upbeat drums paired crushing percussive energy all presented in an ever-evolving live show.
Cut Short: Liverpool based metal act come through with riffs on riffs on riffs - stank face tones, unrelenting energy and an equal weight of atmosphere that stands on its own, even pricking up the ears of Architects' own Sam Carter. FFO: Heart of a Coward, Loathe.
Pulse: Birmingham UK Nu-Metalcore.
Take Breath: a true gem of the Manchester heavy music scene: Take Breath bring their own unique passionate blend of cinematic post-hardcore and wall-of-sound alt-metal blend whilst drawing on influences outside of heavy music that can be summed in three words "a total vibe". FFO: Thornhill, Modern Error.
Reckoner: bursting out of the midlands, post-hardcore heavyweights, reckoner have been quick to sell out headline shows with the success of strong single releases and explosive live shows being noted as "ones to watch". FFO: Underoath, Norma Jean, Every Time I Die.
Auraboros: bringing to the table crushing riffs, heavy hitting breakdowns, intense vocals, mesmerizing leads and soaring melodies coupled with a live performance that brings a chaotic energy and emphasises a queer flavour to the music. AURABOROS showcase themselves as one of the most unique acts in the British metal scene. FFO: Architects, Ice Nine Kills, The Defiled.
Kavity: With a mix of alternative rock and nu-metal, KAVITY focuses on bringing all the best elements of the alt genre together to create a supernova of everything that embodies the scene.
No Gods No Masters: A Nu-Metalcore band hailing from the UK, Pulling inspiration from a multitude of genres such as everything from Linkin Park to Slipknot and Chelsea Grin to Bring Me The Horizon.
Tickets: https://skiddle.com/e/38070741
Telstar & Friends. Funk, Soul & Disco All-Dayer!
Telstar & Friends. Funk, Soul & Disco All-Dayer!
Sunday, 31st March 2024
The Ferret, Preston
2PM-2AM
£6 ADV
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A Bank Holiday full of Live music, and beer garden DJ’s all afternoon!
Telstar is Preston's own Funk & Soul vinyl junkie. Be ready for everything from Motown classics and northern soul floor fillers, to modern funky stompers.
With live music from…
Billy & The Biscuit Brothers -
Banging covers from Funk to Soul and everything in between. These guys are definitely set to get you dancing, not to be missed.
Georgina Moat -
Solo acoustic guitarist & singer.
Beth Thomas -
Soul/Blues/Funk singer.
Phil Johnson -
Pianist/live production set.
Tim Melia -
DJ.
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Telstar & Friends. Funk, Soul & Disco All-Dayer!Sunday, 31st March 2024The Ferret, Preston2PM-2AMTickets: skiddle.com/e/38136790