Live Music
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Gypsy's Kiss and Ben Mahir - Friday 3rd July
Join us at The Carlisle for a free night of live rock featuring Gypsy's Kiss and Ben Mahir. Starting at 8.30pm, expect powerful performances, soaring guitars and a fantastic rock atmosphere from two outstanding acts. Free entry and a great night of live music awaits.
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On Thin Ice (Pink Floyd Tribute) - Saturday 4th July
Experience the music of Pink Floyd with On Thin Ice at The Carlisle. This outstanding tribute act recreates the atmosphere and sound of one of rock's greatest bands, delivering an evening of timeless classics and unforgettable live music. Free entry from 8.30pm.
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Punk Night - Saturday 11th July
The Carlisle's Punk Rock Night delivers an evening of fast riffs, raw energy and uncompromising live music from a lineup of great punk bands. With free entry, it's the perfect night for punk fans to enjoy loud, high-energy performances and an unbeatable live atmosphere.
Weekend Defender - Sunday 12th July
Spend your afternoon at The Carlisle with live music from Weekend Defender and special guests. From 2pm, enjoy an afternoon of energetic live rock, great performances and a welcoming atmosphere. Free entry – the perfect way to round off the weekend with fantastic live music.
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Motorpace (Pirates Weekend) - Saturday 28th July
Drop anchor at The Carlisle during Pirates Weekend and join the crew for a swashbuckling evening of live rock from Motorpace. Expect a lively atmosphere, powerful live music and plenty of pirate spirit as Hastings celebrates one of its biggest events. Hoist the sails, gather your crew and enjoy a fantastic evening of live entertainment.
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Admiral Finns Reloaded (Pirates Weekend) - Sunday 19th July
Batten down the hatches and make for The Carlisle this Pirates Day as Admiral Finns Reloaded take to the stage for a rip-roaring afternoon of live music. Expect hearty tunes, a ship-load of atmosphere and plenty of pirate spirit as the town comes alive with one of Hastings' biggest celebrations. Gather your crew, hoist the sails and join us for a day worthy of any true buccaneer.
The Coven Club - Friday 24th July
ARTEMISIA NATHAIR
Hellenic-Irish Blackgaze Harpist, Chamber Doom / Neo-folk / Black Metal
PLANET ENID COLLECTIVE
The project of Enid Williams, co-founder of Girlschool, the pioneering British female heavy rock band.
DEITY & DEVILRY
Operatic, female fronted, symphonic heavy metal band.
KINDRED SPIRIT (headline)
Prog Folk Rock, weaving electric guitar & flute / sax, driving rhythms with haunting and bewitching vocals.
This is a ticketed event.
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Dead Calm - Sunday 2nd August
Spend your Sunday afternoon at The Carlisle with live music from Dead Calm. Bringing a well-loved mix of rock, prog rock, classic favourites and carefully chosen covers, the band deliver an engaging and crowd-pleasing set in a relaxed live setting. Free entry from 2pm – a great way to enjoy quality live music and a laid-back afternoon out.
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Punk Night - Saturday 8th August
Punk Night at The Carlisle brings a full-throttle evening of live music, packed with fast riffs, raw energy and no-nonsense attitude from a great lineup of punk bands. Expect a loud, high-energy atmosphere from start to finish as the venue comes alive with classic punk spirit. Free entry – a must for anyone who likes their music loud, fast and uncompromising.
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Foundry - Sunday 9th August
The Foundry take to the stage at The Carlisle for a free entry Sunday session from 2pm. Expect a strong set of live rock covers, great musicianship and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, perfect for an easy-going afternoon of live music. A great way to enjoy your Sunday with quality entertainment at The Carlisle.
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The SuperMicks - Saturday 15th August
The SuperMicks bring a high-energy Saturday night of live music to The Carlisle with a set packed full of great songs and a big crowd-pleasing sound. Expect a lively atmosphere, strong performances and a fantastic night out. Free entry – come down and enjoy live music at its best.
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Ransom - Saturday 22nd August
Ransom bring a powerful Saturday night of live music to The Carlisle with a dynamic set full of energy, strong musicianship and crowd-pleasing rock covers. Expect a great atmosphere, big sound and a lively night from start to finish. Free entry – the perfect way to spend your Saturday night with live music.
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STOP STOP | Stephen leonard band | gripper lee | nicotine wisdom | hastingers - saturday 29th august
The Carlisle presents a mega night of live music featuring STOP STOP, The Stephen Leonard Band, Gripper Lee, Nicotine Wisdom and The Hastingers. A powerhouse lineup of rock, energy and attitude, bringing together five fantastic acts for one unmissable evening. Expect a full night of big performances, great atmosphere and non-stop live music from start to finish. A must-see event for rock fans.
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The Coven Club - Friday 24th July
ARTEMISIA NATHAIR
Hellenic-Irish Blackgaze Harpist, Chamber Doom / Neo-folk / Black Metal
PLANET ENID COLLECTIVE
The project of Enid Williams, co-founder of Girlschool, the pioneering British female heavy rock band.
DEITY & DEVILRY
Operatic, female fronted, symphonic heavy metal band.
KINDRED SPIRIT (headline)
Prog Folk Rock, weaving electric guitar & flute / sax, driving rhythms with haunting and bewitching vocals.
This is a ticketed event.
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Austin Gold/Electric Black - Friday 11th September
In an era where rock music continues to evolve, Austin Gold stands as a powerful testament to the enduring spirit of authentic, guitar-driven sound with a modern edge. The English quartet—comprised of David James Smith (lead vocals & guitar), Adam Leon (keys & backing vocals), Lee Churchill (bass guitar), and James Pepper (drums & backing vocals)—has carved out a distinctive niche in the rock landscape, earning them critical acclaim and a devoted following.
Electric Black
Electric Blackare a high-voltage, riff driven hard rock band from Hitchin, England.
The 4-piece are a blazing force in the world of British rock music. This electrifying band effortlessly fuses elements of classic rock, hard rock and metal, creating a sound that is uniquely their own. With a passion for delivering high-octane performances, Electric Black are fast becoming known for their raw energy and captivating stage presence.
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This House We Built - Friday 18th September
This House We Built are a heady mix of bands from England’s Scarborough Strip. Players Scott Wardell (vocals guitar), Andy Jackson (guitars vocals), Chris Mayes (drums vocals) and Wayne Dowkes White (bass) finally came together just prior to the world shutting down in 2020.
Eclectic influences ranging from classic rock, funk, emo, nu-metal and melodic rock are mixed perfectly across the ten songs and brick by harmony laden brick they build a unique sound that transcends all of the aforementioned genres. Special guests are Dead Zebras.
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The Karma Effect - Thursday 29th October
When The Karma Effect was quietly born in the pandemic, vocalist Henry Gottelier could hear in his head how he wanted the project to sound. Henry terms the band's modus operandi "modern vintage", a desire to polish up the retro sounds they were raised on into a gleaming, modern product instead of trying to rehash or recycle them, and certainly without falling into the trap of pastiche. Regardless, their sights are set higher, and in possession of what they believe are their strongest songs yet, they're hungrier to chase their goals than ever.
Although some line-up changes occurred in the background (which sees Nathan Keevil join them on bass, Alan Taylor on drums, and Tom Pitt on keys) the newly assembled line-up convened at The Hive Rooms, in the locale of Gatwick Airport, to nail down what would become 'Cruel Intentions' in July 2025.
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The Coven Club - Friday 30th October
DITCH THE DEMON
Gothic prog-rock troubadours of bombastic rock 'n' roll theatre from Sussex.
DEAD BLOOD CELLS
Industrial Darkwave band from Kent.
NOT NOW NORMAN (headline)
Hard rock powerhouse of the North East of England.
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Anvil - Friday 6th November
“The Pounding the Past tour in Europe has been a long time coming—we’re finally doing it because the opportunity has arrived. The timing couldn’t be better to perform songs from our first three records. We’re in that rare stretch between albums, which gives us the freedom to celebrate the past. This September, we will record our 21st studio album in Germany, followed by the Pounding the Past tour from October through December 2026. Together with our friends KILLER from Belgium. Simply METAL at its best”
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house band
Admiral finns reloaded
When Admiral Finns Reloaded takes command of The Carlisle, the atmosphere transforms into a realm of pure rock 'n' roll grandeur.
Admiral Finns reloaded
This powerhouse of musical mastery is more than a band; they are a force of nature, an unstoppable tornado of electrifying sound and unparalleled talent.
Thunderous drum beats, blazing guitar solos, and the commanding presence of their lead singer unite to create a sonic experience that is nothing short of epic.
Admiral Finns reloaded
Each performance at The Carlisle becomes an epic saga, where the line between band and audience blurs, and everyone becomes part of the epic tale that Admiral Finns Reloaded weaves.
We at The Carlisle, are extremely proud that Dan Finn, bassist and founder of the Finns in 2016, alongside Phil Osward, Jon Ewen, and John Morris at Admiral Finns Reloaded consider The Carlisle their musical home.
When they hit the stage, it's a night you don't want to miss.
