Gig List
Live Music
At The Carlisle, we're cranking up the volume and bringing you a stellar lineup of rock 'n' roll performances that will leave you exhilarated. Get ready to experience a year packed with electrifying live music that will satisfy your inner rock enthusiast.
A Sharp Promotions is The Carlisle's in-house promotions team, dedicated to providing the venue with free rock music events. A Sharp Promotions ensures a vibrant and dynamic music scene for The Carlisle's patrons. With a passion for delivering exceptional live music experiences, A Sharp Promotions plays a crucial role in making The Carlisle a hub for free, unforgettable rock events.
See Ya There Promotions is the driving force behind The Carlisle's hosted ticketed events, bringing a diverse array of performances and entertainment to the venue. Specializing in organizing and promoting high-quality events, See Ya There Promotions ensures a seamless experience from ticket sales to the final encore. By partnering with See Ya There Promotions, The Carlisle offers its patrons an exciting lineup of ticketed events, making it a sought-after destination for unforgettable live entertainment.
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These events are ticketed.
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See Ya There Promotions
Thunderstruck - Friday 10th April
Thunderstruck are a high octane full tribute to AC/DC, established for over 15 years, playing all over the UK and Legends of Rock tour in Europe. The band consists of top touring musicians playing all the classic AC/DC hits. It`s a show not to be missed with canons and backdrops. The band is highly acclaimed with many fantastic reviews. Come and see Thunderstruck, you won`t be disappointed!
This is a ticketed event.
See Ya There Promotions
Doomsday Outlaw - Friday 24th April
DOOMSDAY OUTLAWfollowed up the 2023 success of their third album, Damaged Goods (#5 in the rock charts) with a double-barrelled return to previous glories. Taking Suffer More and Hard Times and working with Dave Draper (Wildhearts producer) to deliver their full potential.
A tight live unit, Doomsday Outlaw love getting onstage and ripping through songs from the new album and their back catalogue. Having toured with the Wayward Sons, love/hate and Graham Bonnet and played festivals, including HRH and Bloodstock, the band like nothing more than to take a new crowd by the scruff of the neck and convert them into new fans.
This is a ticketed event.
See Ya There Promotions
The Rock Quiz - Friday 8th May
Think you know your rock anthems, guitar gods, and legendary bands? Put your music knowledge to the test at The Carlisle’s Rock Quiz Night!
Tickets are just £5.00 per person, with teams of up to six people welcome, and a small buffet served at your table included in the price. Entry is by ticket only, and tickets can be purchased in advance from The Carlisle or The Painted Maiden Tattoo & Beauty Studio. Gather your team, brush up on your rock classics, and get ready for a great night out.
This is a ticketed event.
See Ya There Promotions
Cassidy Paris - Wednesday 13th May
Australian rocker Cassidy Paris has a very bright future ahead of her. Raised on classic hard rock and inspired by artists such as Halestorm, Joan Jett, Pink, Pat Benatar & Avril Lavigne, the fiercely determined young woman is on a mission to inspire a new generation.
Since the beginning, Cassidy Paris has released two sold out eps - "Broken Hearted" & "Flirt", and her first full length record "New Sensation" was released via Frontiers Music Srl in December 2023.
Cassidy Paris returns to Hastings with her powerful melodic rock. Special Guests are the excellent Powell & Payne.
This is a ticketed event.
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Hannah Wicklund - Thursday 21st May
Join us for a very special solo performance by the illustrious Hannah Wicklund. While most of her touring has seen her on stage with a full rock n roll band, this show will be an exploration of her songwriting and storytelling, highlighting the heart and soul within her artistry. Don’t miss this intimate, unique experience.
Hannah’s music explores themes of womanhood and of the battle between light and dark that so many of us in this world can relate to. Through her songwriting, top-tier musicianship and a voice that carries equal parts pain and beauty, her energy is palpable and anyone who witnesses her power live is in agreement; she is a force of nature.
This is a ticketed event.
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Jeff Beck Experience - Friday 29th May
With a life-long love of Jeff Becks music, playing style and sound, The Jeff Beck Experience, as musicians felt compelled to re-create his legacy to the best of their abilities.
The Jeff Beck Experience are true masters at re-creating Jeff Becks sound and style, bringing to the stage a blistering couple of hours that will include songs that Jeff collaborated on with artists such as Rod Stewart, Imelda May, Stevie Wonder, Joss Stone and more!
This is a ticketed event.
See Ya There Promotions
Wicked Smile - Wednesday 3rd June
Australia’s Wicked Smile are all about bringing back fist pumping heavy rock to the forefront. Guitarist Stevie Janevski goes on to say, “we’re a five-piece kick ass heavy rock band and I think we made our presence known with the release of our debut album Wait For The Night".
Wicked Smile is fronted by charismatic powerhouse lead vocalist Danny Cecati (ex Pegazus & Eyefear) with Stevie Janevski (ex Black Majesty & Cyclone Tracy) & Dave Graham (EX In Malice's Wake) on guitars, Tom Nugara (Envenomed) on bass & Andrew Sharp (EX Pegazus) on drums.
This is a ticketed event.
See Ya There Promotions
Chantel McGregor - Friday 5th June
Acclaimed guitar virtuoso and singer-songwriter Chantel McGregor, known for her dynamic live performances and genre-defying sound, Chantel continues to captivate audiences with her innovative approach to the progressive-rock and singer-songwriter genres, earning her a devoted and growing fan base.
She released her third studio album of new material, 'The Healing' in May 2025 debuting new tracks on her UK tour. Supported by Revenant, The high octane 4 piece collectively have influences spanning from Guns & Roses, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Blackberry Smoke through to Metallica.
This is a ticketed event.
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.
See Ya There Promotions
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.
This is a ticketed event.
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.
This is a ticketed event.
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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.