Feb
7
Fri
The 900: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Covers Band
Feb 7 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The 900: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater Covers Band

The 900 are the UK’s first and only “Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater” cover band. Formed by their mutual understanding that no other soundtrack could ever top THPS, The 900 gives you a reason for your back to hurt in the morning. With the approval of the Birdman himself, as well as Goldfinger’s John Feldmann, they’re ready to kickflip into every big banger from THPS1 to American Wasteland.

Expect to hear tunes spanning all the games including AFI, Alien Ant Farm, Bad Religion, Black Flag, CKY, Dead Kennedys, Goldfinger, Green Day, Lagwagon, Less Than Jake, Millencolin, Motorhead, NOFX, Papa Roach, Powerman 5000, Rage Against The Machine, The Ramones, Refused, Suicidal Tendencies, System of a Down and many more!

£1 from each ticket will be donated to CamSkate.

Mar
12
Wed
Provisional Cambridge Psychedelic Society
Mar 12 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Provisional Cambridge Psychedelic Society

Psychedelic music event for Cambridge Psychedelic Society – an official University of Cambridge society – to celebrate the end of Lent term.

Mar
30
Sun
Ppunk night – Bands TBA
Mar 30 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Apr
18
Fri
Ouse Valley Singles Club
Apr 18 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Keeping up traditions of years gone by The Ouse Valley Singles Club return to the Portland Arms Cambridge on Friday 18th April.

If you are not familiar with The Ouse Valley Singles Club or have yet to catch their live show then you are in for a treat. They are one of, if not the, most original outfits currently playing the live circuit.

Fully self-promoted with the aid of their online videos and huge social media presence, the Ouse Valley Singles Club are one of the hardest working bands around, having gigged almost every weekend over the last 10 years honing their craft and building a massive following of loyal Fans as they go.

Influenced by the long forgotten sounds & traditions of 1950’s Skiffle (Google it) they combine this sound with the energy of Punk and the swing of Rock and Roll, whilst occasionally dropping some Reggae flavour into the mix. Then layering this with hilarious Folk-like story-telling, often crossing the parameters of what is deemed to be politically correct but keeping it very tongue in cheek. In doing this, they have created a truly original & highly entertaining sound that has been dubbed “New Wave Skiffle” and they have been described as ‘George Formby meets The Clash’ where Vaudeville music Hall meets Working Men’s club.

The scourge of the Metropolitan Liberal Elite’ The OVSC put on a show that gives a hysterical observational account of everyday tales of woe with a razor-sharp observational narrative whilst rocking the crowds with their infectious ear-worms.

Having packed out the main arena’s to capacity, they have headlined Peterborough Beer Festival and opened to several thousand revellers on the main stage at Bedford’s River Festival (second largest free festival in the UK) as well as being a regular feature at events such as Cambridge’s Strawberry Fair, The OVSC are no strangers to the Festival Circuit. Festivals they have performed at are; Boomtown, Bestival, Rhythmtree, Nozstock, Mosley Folk and Lunar Festival, Truckfest, Rhythms of The World festival, Lodestar, Henry’s Little Big Gig, Harlequin Festival, Maui Waui, Green Meadows and Glastonbudget among many others.

 

Highlights of their musical journey came when they supported luminaries Chas and Dave on their 2014 tour, warmed up for Sir Bob Geldolf and The Boomtown Rats in the main arena at the Great British Alternative Music Weekender at Butlin’s Skegness as well as providing warm up for the likes of Pete Docherty, The Wonderstuff and the poetical musical comedy genius KATG. Clearly illustrating their flexibility and appeal to audiences of all ages and musical backgrounds going down a storm and building their following at every gig they play.

May
30
Fri
Green Mind presents SHONEN KNIFE
May 30 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Green Mind presents SHONEN KNIFE

Shonen Knife’s front girl Naoko was inspired to form the band by Beatles, Ramones, Buzzcocks etc. in Osaka on December 30, 1981. The origin of the band name is an old brand name of a pencil sharpener knife.

Their first album “Burning Farm”, released on Zero Records in Japan in 1983, was reissued on legendary American label K Records in 1985.

Their one and only unique sound got popular in North America, UK and Europe; and their first major album “Let’s Knife” was released in Japan, the US and UK in 1992.

Shonen Knife keeps on releasing their rockin albums and touring constantly worldwide!

Jun
5
Thu
Green Mind presents ANDREW O’NEILL’S HISTORY OF PUNK
Jun 5 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Green Mind presents ANDREW O'NEILL'S HISTORY OF PUNK

Following on from their award-winning GEBURAH show, occultist comedian Andrew O’Neill returns with their brand new HISTORY OF PUNK.

In 2017, Andrew toured their HISTORY OF HEAVY METAL show to critical acclaim alongside the book of the same name. In 2025, they return with another genre they’re equally passionate about.

“One of the funniest comedians on the circuit at the moment… hitting new heights of comedic brilliance” – Timeout

“clever comedy for those who like their laughs original, off-kilter and cliché-free” – Three Weeks

“…comedian, metalhead, amateur occultist and musician… Sharp, artistic and unique, [their] innate confidence and fondness of absurdity leaves [their] audiences feeling full of glee” – Funhouse Comedy

Oct
17
Fri
Dance Anthems – Covers and Originals ANNELIUK
Oct 17 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Do not miss this! ANNELIUK is based in central Cambridge and on the way ‘up’ in her musical career. Anneli is a dance vocalist working with top level producers including Stonebridge and Nick Halkes (The Prodigy/Positiva).
This brand new show is a celebration of dance smash records 1990’s to current day. Anneli also performs her original records that are currently on release. Anneli has been nominated for 4 years running for best solo female at the NMG Awards run by Tim Willett of Cambridge 105FM. Her musical output is increasing and she is now achieving good results on streaming platforms. Currently she is signed to Tazmania Records (New Jersey, US). Anneli has worked with her Manager Dr David Greaves of LMP Ltd in Cambridge who has supported her career for many years. Nick Halkes is her artist consultant. Anneli is very thankful of having a good team around her.
Expect to hear covers of the likes of: Calvin Harris, David Guetta, Swedish House Mafia, DJ Sammy, ATB, Loreen and Billie Gillies to name a few. It’s definitely time to get up and dance!
Anneli performs alongside a backing vocalist.
Anneli has always been very ambitious and has only ever wanted to chart with her music, especially she desires a top 40 in the UK official charts! (yes THAT ambitious!)

Oct
18
Sat
JILTED GENERATION: The Prodigy Tribute
Oct 18 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
JILTED GENERATION: The Prodigy Tribute

Coming hot on the heels of the 30th anniversary of The Prodigy’s seminal album Music For The Jilted Generation, the band’s genre bending album that gave two fingers to the government of the time, we are thrilled to bring the finest Prodigy tribute in the land to Cambridge for the first time.