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Bootleg Boss – Bruce Springsteen tribute

Bootleg Boss are a UK based seven-piece band that perform the classic songs of Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band.
Formed in 2012 this accomplished and exciting Live Band feature Kev Jamieson as the vocal-singing, guitar-playing, harmonica-blowing, band-leading, audience-engaging, dance-inducing, singalong-inspiring Boss.

If you were born to run down backstreets, across badlands and to go dancing in the dark in a brilliant disguise, Bootleg Boss is the band you need to see.

80s parody spandex band back to the Portland for the first time in 3 years.

Celebrate the peak of post punk and goth with a celebration of two of the pioneers in the genre! All the hits from Lovecats to Boys Don’t Cry, Peekaboo, Kiss Them For me and more!

Red Hot Tribute Peppers will be bringing their powered-up-funkadelic show to The Portland Arms on 30th August!
RHTP are the ultimate tribute to the Chili Peppers, performing all the biggest hits from one of the best-selling bands of all time.

Delivering a dynamic show with a deep appreciation for the Peppers’ unique sound and style, they strive to recreate the bands’ legendary vibe.

Igniting the stage with all of your favourite Chilli Peppers’ tracks from their vast discography, as well as deeper cuts for the die-hard fans, this is an evening that you don’t want to miss!

Our regular night of comedy featuring top acts from the national circuit.

Aaron Wood: More To Life

Award winning Northern comedian Aaron Wood sets out on his highly anticipated debut tour!
Following two back to back sell out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and fresh off tour support for huge Australian comic Luke Kidgell, Tom Stade & Fin Taylor he’s quickly establishing himself as a comic with a very bright future.

His stand up and podcast clips have amassed over 100 million views online.

Join him + support for an upbeat, positive and heartwarming show that asks is there really more to life than this?

‘Hilarious… definitely an up and coming comedian to watch out for! 4.5 stars’ – The Student
‘Absolutely brilliant!’ – Tim Vine
‘A very big future in this business’ – Tom Stade

Nirvanher is an all-female tribute band based in and around London that injects fresh and powerful energy into Nirvana’s legendary music. Each member’s unique background and experience create a dynamic and compelling homage to one of grunge’s most influential bands.
Introducing the girls:

London (Singer)
London began singing and songwriting at 11, recording by 15. With over a decade of experience, she’s performed at iconic venues like Whiskey a Go-Go and the 100 Club, as well as the Rebellion Festival. Her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence light up Nirvanher’s shows.

Spring (Bass Player)
At 16, Spring crafted her own bass from a wooden handle, igniting her musical journey. Her unconventional start didn’t hold her back; she toured Europe with various projects. Eventually, she settled in England, where she played with numerous bands, earning a solid reputation in the music scene.

Cecilia (Guitarist)
Cecilia began composing and playing music at the age of 16. She performed at various festivals across Europe before relocating to London. Now, she channels her talents into Nirvanher, showcasing her rich experience and fiery guitar skills on stage.

Cristina (Drummer)
Cristina’s musical journey began as a teenage singer before she went on to learn guitar, bass, and drums. She’s played for big crowds in Italy and the UK. With her versatile talent, she provides a powerful rhythm to Nirvanher’s explosive performances.

Together, Nirvanher not only pays homage to Nirvana’s iconic sound but also reinvents it with their unique flair and all-female powerhouse lineup.

If you missed seeing RUSH live, MOVING PICTURES is as close as you’ll ever get to the real thing.” Moshville Times

2025 is the 10th anniversary of Rush’s last ever tour – R40 – when they played a retrospective covering their entire back catalogue.
Moving Pictures will bring you an almost identical set (including Losing It) as part of their UK, EU and Canadian tour in 2025.

At the top of their game Moving Pictures shows have included –
Lakeside Park in Canada for Neil Peart’s family;
RUSHfest Scotland with Jonathan Dinklage and other members of the Clockwork Angels string ensemble;
Headlining RUSHfest Brazil.

Whether you’re a die-hard Rush fan or simply appreciate great live music, don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of Moving Pictures in person.

Mardy Bums – Arctic Monkeys Tribute
Doors 8.15pm
Show 9.00pm

Brought together by their shared passion for the music of Alex Turner & co, they have built a fantastic reputation on the live venue and festival scenes. With their raw energy and authenticity, their sensational live performances have been rocking crowds of all ages all over the UK with the best hits from the UK’s very own rock legends.
With true dedication for the creation of an authentic Arctic Monkeys experience and playing all of the most iconic tunes with a few B sides thrown in for good measure….
Mardy Bums are coming. You’d better get on your dancing shoes!

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.

The Best Of Grohl
Foo Fighters | Nirvana | QOTSA
The Best Of Grohl is the ultimate rock show based in the UK dedicated to the legendary rock icon Dave Grohl. Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Queens Of The Stone Age, Tenacious D, Probot & Them Crooked Vultures.

Our regular night of comedy featuring top acts from the national circuit.

Massive night of two of the biggest bands to spring out of the 1990s! Not Radiohead celebrate the music of Radiohead in this, the 30th anniversary of the era defining album, The Bends, while Nerdvana bring the stagediving and moshing peak of Nirvana to life!

Our regular night of comedy featuring top acts from the national circuit.

VIVA MORRISSEY – A sincere homage to Morrissey and The Smiths

Formed and based in Manchester, Morrissey’s birthplace and home of the Smiths the 6 – piece ‘Viva Morrissey’ are a highly respected tribute to Morrissey.
Focussing on present-day Morrissey live shows, the Viva Morrissey presentation is markedly different to tributes to The Smiths.
In 2025, we’ll be playing Morrissey’s hugely successful and critically acclaimed album ‘Your Arsenal’ in its entirety at all of our shows, alongside a Greatest Hits set of songs by The Smiths and Morrissey including:
Everyday is Like Sunday, Suedehead, Interesting Drug, Boxers, Sunny, First of the Gang to Die, Shoplifters of the World Unite & This Charming Man.
This is a show for fans of both Morrissey solo and The Smiths which encapsulates the best of over four decades of music.