What’s On

Sunday Driver returns with “Silk and Filth”, the next chapter in their captivating Spaghetti Eastern series. Following 2021’s critically acclaimed “Sun God”, this album continues their exploration of rich storytelling, cultural fusion, and genre-defying sounds. Known for their unique blend of Eastern and Western influences, sharp wit, and a touch of cynicism, Sunday Driver has spent over two decades crafting music that stands in a league of its own.

“Their welcome return brings a temptation to tease out tendrils of thought. Four stars.” – The Financial Times
“…a feverishly inventive record which rewards repeated listens.” – Record Collector Magazine

The Strawberry Fair Cambridge Band Competition is a showcase for the best in local new music.

Heat 2 starts with the Under 18’s bands from midday.

Followed by the Adult competition from 7pm.

Private event in venue, pub open as usual.

The Ocelots are twin brothers Ashley and Brandon Watson from Wexford, Ireland. Building on the folk-rock essence of their debut, the duo are excited to announce the release of their second album, “Everything, When Said Slowly”, on February 7th 2025. This album unveils a richer, more expansive sound, produced by long-time collaborators Cillian and Lorcan Byrne (Ailbhe Reddy, Susan O’Neill). The narrative woven throughout the album explores themes of Irish migration, the perception of time, love, and the simple joys of cycling.

To support the album, the band are delighted to take the the road in the UK for a string of dates around its release.

The Brass Funkeys are the unstoppable force at the forefront of the UK brass band
scene. Since bursting onto the scene in 2011, this electrifying 9-piece ensemble
has redefined the brass band genre with a sound that fuses their bold personalities
and diverse musical influences while staying true to their New Orleans roots. Ove
more than a decade, they’ve captivated audiences across the UK and Europe,
setting festival stages and dancefloors alight with their explosive, high-energy
performances.
From Glastonbury and Boomtown to Love Supreme and the North Sea Jazz
Festival, The Brass Funkeys have become a must-see act, delivering unforgettable
sets brimming with infectious energy and genre-bending creativity. They’ve graced
iconic venues like Ronnie Scott’s, KOKO, and the Cambridge Corn Exchange,
building a reputation as one of the most dynamic live acts around.
Their latest EP collection – Crunch (2020), Ruin (2021), Live at Cambridge
Junction (2021), and More is More (2022) – showcases their fearless approach to
music, seamlessly blending New Orleans brass with 90s house, thrash metal, and
liquid drum ’n’ bass. Whether delivering brass-powered renditions of girl band
anthems or heavy metal classics, their irreverent style and unmatched stage
presence always leave crowds wanting more.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IP3CmrLuUV0&t=3s

With Support from Zero Gravity Trio

Zero Gravity Trio is the perfect blend of original funk, jazz and world music grooves, lyrical melodies and virtuosic musicianship to massage your ears and get your feet tapping.
Collectively they’ve performed with the likes of Maceo Parker, Hiromi, Resolution 88 and Myles Sanko amongst many others.

The Strawberry Fair Cambridge Band Competition is a showcase for the best in local new music.

Heat 3 starts with the Under 18’s bands from midday.

Followed by the Adult competition from 7pm.

With their eclectic, danceable grooves and astute, hilarious put-downs of modern Britain, Getdown Services are steadily carving out a name for themselves. The new EP ‘Crumbs’ sees the duo weave slacker-rock, funk, indie and dance into an engrossingly entertaining sound brimming with infectious hooks and acerbic wit. Steadily building momentum over the past 18 months with balls-to-the-wall live performances, their highly lauded debut album ‘Crisps’, and prestigious shows with Pip Blom, Fat Dog, The Bug Club, Goldie Lookin’ Chain, Donny Benet, and Personal Trainer, the band ready themselves for their biggest ever headline tour this autumn. Off the back of extensive BBC 6Music support from the likes of Craig Charles, Huw Stephens, and Cerys Matthews, and armed with an arsenal of red-hot hits, Getdown Services look set to gobble the world up, one crumb at a time.

Faray the Great is a Zimbabwean Singer-Songwriter and Guitarist. His music is a fusion of African Rhythms with blues, rock, jazz and funk.

With his guitar and vocals he serenades his listeners and takes them on a journey of discovery, healing, transformation and excitement through sound. Strong African rhythm patterns blended together with western elements makes his sound unique and appealing to audiences of diverse cultures and nationalities with Faray’s guitar playing that sweeps away the human soul. His music addresses social themes, social justice, identity and love, resonating deeply across cultures with his highly energetic electric and acoustic live shows.

Born and raised in Gweru, Zimbabwe and having produced 3 studio albums he has toured Southern Africa extensively with His Band. He has perfomed at music festivals, corporate functions and public events and various charity concerts.

Faray the Great embarks on his Debut UK tour with his latest offering titled African proverbs.

Cambridge Mathrock band Pinscrawler and local legends The Rude Mechanicals + more TBA.

In aid of Strawberry Fair.

Headliner -Jordan Brookes

Winner of the Edinburgh Comedy Award for Best Show (2019) and known for his wildly unpredictable, boundary-pushing style, Jordan is one of the most exciting and inventive comedians in the UK today. With TV appearances on Comedy Central, Channel 4, and BBC, plus a reputation for delivering high-energy, absurd, and brilliantly unpredictable performances. Jordan is fresh off the back of his tour for his latest show, Fontanelle and we cannot wait to see him!

Doors 7.30pm, Show 8pm sharp.

The Strawberry Fair Cambridge Band Competition is a showcase for the best in local new music.

Heat 4 of the over 18’s competition from 7pm.

Join us on Wednesday 26th March for a night of British film and TV trivia! Hosted by Portland Quizmaster Bruno. Expect questions on everything from Bond, The Inbetweeners, Emmerdale, Art Attack, that time Tom Hardy hosted Storytime, plus much more.

Quiz starts at 7:30pm in our main bar, £2 per entry, with half the money going to our nominated charity BREAK.

Cash & Prizes to be won!

One of Cambridge’s favourite pop covers bands – back for another night of fun.
Expect bangers. Expect mashups. Get ready to sing your heart out and dance ’til you drop