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SONIC BOOM SIX Giving some space here for two bands who totally deserve it, both bands guests of SKINDRED in Brighton at Concorde 2 Band Members Laila K – Vocals and Melodica Barney Boom – Vocals and Guitar Nick “The Blade” Horne – Lead Guitar and Hair James T […]

Sonic Boom Six and Stone Angels: In Brighton.

December 15, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

I’m always keen on seeing and meeting new bands. Skindred, who were headlining two sold out shows at Concorde 2 matched what I love perfectly. SKINDRED are a band I had only heard of in passing and a few friends were going on both nights. I had to go see […]

SKINDRED: BIG TINGS live in BRIGHTON

December 11, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

SHAM 69 The last time Sham 69 visited Brighton it was on the hottest day of the year. This year not so warm outside, but inside the generated steam heat was running down the walls. SHAM69 were back in town! The band took to the stage, promptly followed by Jimmy […]

Return of The Hersham Boys: SHAM 69

October 31, 2018 in gig / preview by Scene Sussex Editor

I have to say, this is a highly recommended live show that relives a “captured in time” moment and movement, and an iconic album. The whole show was lively, surprising , well planned and beautifully presented. Of course you’re never going to get the full Who experience unless you get […]

It’s Brighton. It’s a Bank Holiday. It’s QUADROPHENIA!

August 26, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

Lout Promotions had brought Jake Shears (Scissor Sisters) to Brighton to play a set at Concorde 2, 16/08. His latest 2018 tour coincides with the release of his new self titled album. In concert, Shears is known for provocative dancing, flamboyant outfits, and near nudity. He did not disappoint Brighton […]

Jake Shears brings it to Brighton

August 17, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

Tiffany, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and former teen icon. She is most notable for her 1987 cover of “I Think We’re Alone Now”. She is back, in Brighton with new songs and a full rock band, TIFFANY – LOUT promotions at Concorde 2 01/08. Tiffany Darwish, simply known […]

Not alone! We are with Tiffany!

August 2, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

Salt Ashes: Concorde 2 – 1st August 2018 First I have to try and work out how I have missed seeing these guys before. They are Brighton based and have played many of the live music venues in the city. Missing Salt Ashes will not happen again! An inspired selection […]

First class show from Salt Ashes

August 2, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

The Scots punk veterans, The Skids, were back in Brighton 29/06. It was one of the hottest days of the year and The Skids pleased and thrilled the sweating fans in Concorde 2 for nearly 90 minutes with old and new material. The Skids The Skids are a Scottish punk […]

The Skids in Brighton. And they were fantastic!

July 5, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

Scene Sussex introduces Morphers Band. A well deserved slot for these guys. Totally fresh to the Brighton music scene, they describe their genre as Garage Rock, well yes they are but they are so much more, much more. So good to see a young band kicking such out a fabulous […]

Scene Sussex Introducing: Morphers Band

June 27, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

Dirt Royal: Glory Days – Is released on limited edition vinyl on a Double A side format – remember those? Main A side being “Glory Days” and the other A side is their last release that was only available on CD “Waiting For The radio”. This is a class presentation […]

Dirt Royal: Glory Days 7″ vinyl & video review.

June 8, 2018 in music / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

Nick Heyward and Haircut 100 burnt briefly and brightly – the ultimate group of pals who, within a year, had hit the big time. Sadly it finished as quickly as it began. Nick has continued to make music and tonight on the first leg of his Woodland Echoes tour – […]

Nick Heyward. Live at Concorde 2 Brighton.

May 29, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor

MET Showcase: Photos by Ian Bourn for Scene Sussex — So lucky to attend the end of year showcase from MET. I was outside the venue, Concorde2 earlier in the afternoon and watched as the students arrived clutching a various assortment of guitars, keyboards and drum kits. It was baking hot as the equipment was ushered into the cool air […]

The MET at Concorde 2: Showcase

May 23, 2018 in gig / Review by Scene Sussex Editor