Such a special show last Friday 🙌 Idlewild took over, with their first release since 2019 in hand - joined by support from Katie Malco. 📸 Callum Robinson

A brilliant set by 'The Wedding Present' at @boilershop.bsky.social tonight with @earprotectreq.bsky.social David, and Anth. 👏👏👏

#aboutlastnight✨ trip with @4130chromo.bsky.social to the always impressive @boilershop.bsky.social to catch the legendary #weddingpresent supported by #theloft #goodtimes #music #gig #livemusic #gigphotography #concertphotography

One of my all-time favourite bands ❤️ Brilliant night watching Idlewild at @boilershop.bsky.social in Newcastle 🙌

Idlewild at Newcastle @boilershop.bsky.social last night. Excellent 👌 #gigs #livemusic

An iconic country music celebration, brought to you by Rhinestone Rodeo 🤠 After selling out their London debut in just six days, the rodeo comes to town on Saturday 25 October: www.ticketweb.uk/event/rhines...

Well from being 16 I never thought I would see @edwyncollins.bsky.social back in my home town ( @boilershop.bsky.social ) But I have to say last night was something special. @edwyncollins.bsky.social thank you, you sounded great & entertained us for almost two hours..what a 🌟

Onwards to next Wednesday 15 October, when Vistas play Boiler Shop: bit.ly/4kKIDzV

Roll up… if you dare. Five Bongo’s Bingo halloween specials are incoming 🎃 Boiler Shop will be transformed into a twisted circus, packed with chaos, confetti, and carnage. Tickets and dates: bit.ly/BONGB-BS 📸 Jay Dawson

Spending October with Lola Young, John Grant, Bury Tomorrow, and many more. Here’s all the events you could be at next month 👇 Tickets, info, and everything else: boilershop.net/events.

Live in pictures: the incredible Red Rum Club, who brought their fifth album, ‘Buck’, to our stage on Wednesday night. With support from Brogeal. 📸 Callum Robinson

On Thursday 23 October, The Snuts take over for a one-off, stripped-back set 🔥 This one is part of Jack Daniel's Revive Live series - with all £7 ticket proceeds supporting the Music Venue Trust. 🎟 On sale now: bit.ly/4gGAQm7

Want to join in with the ultimate country night? Rhinestone Rodeo takes over for the very first time on Saturday 25 October. Expect hits from Dolly to Shania, as well as some karaoke, line dancing, and a rodeo bull 🤠

Looking forward to Idlewild’s new album, out next week? Us too. If that wasn’t enough, they’ll be touring it here on Friday 10 October: bit.ly/3FiaDM3

Happy album release day to Lola Young🖤 If you're like us, you'll be eagerly counting down until she launches the record at Boiler Shop - coming Monday 13 October. Very limited album bundles and tickets remain, act now or miss out: ow.ly/QfvJ50WuwVY

The Wedding Present hit our stage on Thursday 9 October: bit.ly/3PV7Av8 They’ll be marking their 40th anniversary, so expect tracks across their discography - right from ‘George Best’.

Less than two months to go… The black metal meets shoegaze sounds of Deafheaven take over on Friday 7 November: bit.ly/44b9IFR

We’re heading into the next academic year with live music to staple club nights 🥳 Tickets, full listings, and information: boilershop.net/events. 📸 Victoria Wai

Not snapped up tickets for Red Rum Club yet? We’re down to our final few for their show next Wednesday 24 September - move now to avoid missing out: bit.ly/4j7w54s

Just a reminder that John Grant’s return is on the horizon. Tickets are going quick, so now is the time to grab one: bit.ly/4il2LI4

A packed September and October here at Boiler Shop 🔥 Tickets, info, and everything else: boilershop.net/events

New music Friday 🙌 Red Rum Club’s fifth album is here, and they’ll be taking ‘BUCK’ to our stage on Wednesday 24 September. Act fast if you want to be there, the last tickets are up for grabs: bit.ly/4j7w54s

Your Christmas and NYE have already been sorted… Bongo’s Bingo takes over for their very last shows of 2025 throughout November and December. Here’s what we’re in for ⬇️ All of this lot go on sale Tuesday 2 September at 5pm: bit.ly/BONGB-BS

A new album from Vistas has just landed 🥳 ‘Cut The Cord’ is their first ever independently released project, so we’re thrilled to welcome the trio here on Wednesday 15 October: bit.ly/4kKIDzV

Can’t wait for this on our stage very soon 🔥 Deafheaven stop by on Friday 7 November, and tickets are shifting quick: bit.ly/44b9IFR

The sounds of Theatre of Hate, Sonique, BC Camplight, and more, will be taking over Boiler Shop very soon. For full listings, head over to boilershop.net/events 📸 Callum Robinson

One of our top releases of the year so far is Sharon Van Etten and the Attachment Theory’s eponymous album. Here’s what DIY had to say about the record ⬇️ You can catch it here on Saturday 30 August, we're now down to our last tickets: bit.ly/3XtUFV9

Fresh off the announcement of their first album in over five years, The Cribs come back on Wed 18 Mar 2026. 'Selling A Vibe’ is out in Jan - get to know the lead single, ‘Summer Seizures’, in preparation for the drop. On sale this Fri 22 Aug at 10am: bit.ly/41Hd56Y

What better news than a new Taylor album on the way 🙌 If you missed it, we’re celebrating her whole discography with Swiftogeddon. The Taylor-themed club night takes over again on Saturday 29 November >>> bit.ly/3TgMh93

Newcastle! Tonight you've got @arabstrap.scot Arab Strap at The @boilershop.bsky.social Boiler Shop Stephenson Works - final shout for tickets >> www.allgigs.co.uk/view/artist/...

TONIGHT: ARAB STRAP STAGE TIMES: DOORS 7pm ERNIE 7:45pm ARAB STRAP 8:45pm CURFEW 11pm Please note stage times are subject to change. Age restrictions: 14+: Children who appear to look under the age of 14 that arrive at a show and cannot prove they are 14 or over may be refused entry.

On Saturday 15 November, Peter Hook & The Light return to our stage to play ‘Get Ready’, along with other New Order / Joy Division classics. Get tickets, if you haven’t already: bit.ly/4lnMfZg

Got big plans this month? Now you do 🙌 We've got a stacked month, brought to us by Sharon Van Etten, Bryan Adams, and more... Tickets and full listings: boilershop.net/events 📸 Callum Robinson

Not long to go until we welcome Arab Strap back to the venue, coming Tuesday 12 August: bit.ly/4jFmWAJ The duo are one of Glasgow’s most acclaimed artists, and they’ll be joined by NE support from Ernie.

Day Fever brings the next instalment of daytime partying to the venue on Saturday 20 September: bit.ly/46N0Clz Expect all the best tunes from ‘70s to the early ‘00s from the UK’s biggest afternoon disco.

Shop small, sustainable, and local. The Made Up North market brings more than 60 NE traders here on Sunday 3 August 🛍️ You can browse the work of potters to jewellers to textile artists, and beyond.

Missed out on Day Fever this month? Get your daytime party fix by heading along to their next event on Saturday 20 September: bit.ly/46N0Clz

Such a special night awaits as we welcome Lola Young on Monday 13 October. She’ll be celebrating the launch of her highly-anticipated second album, ‘I’m Only F**king Myself’, courtesy of HMV 🙌 Grab tickets and album bundles from 11am on Wed 30 July: ow.ly/QfvJ50WuwVY

Counting down until Red Rum Club join us on Wednesday 24 September: bit.ly/4j7w54s Here’s what the press had to say about their live show ⬇️

Start the week as you mean to go on with not one, but two, Boiler Shop playlists⬇️ From our office stereo to previews of what’s to come on our stage.

“A layered triumph” - When The Horn Blows. Top reviews for Hard Life’s brand new album, ‘onion’. Give it a listen, then get yourself a ticket for their show with us on Monday 3 November: bit.ly/4k75Tbq

Mark your diaries and keep Saturday 20 September free to party 🥳 Day Fever, the UK’s biggest daytime disco, is BACK. Created by Vicky McClure, Jon McClure, and Jonny Owen, this one brings no-holds-barred fun, that won’t ruin your Sunday. On sale now >>> bit.ly/46N0Clz

Bring on Day Fever this Saturday 19 July: bit.ly/44b7XZh It’s been two long months since the UK’s biggest daytime party popped in, so we’re eagerly counting down 👀

A decade on from winning NPR’s inaugural Tiny Desk Contest, we welcome Fantastic Negrito to the venue 🥳 Tickets for Wednesday 20 August >>> bit.ly/3RG8AEl

After playing sell-out tours and festivals around the globe, Fantastic Negrito next plays Boiler Shop on Wednesday 20 August. Snap up tickets now: bit.ly/3RG8AEl

Our favourite tracks for all your listening needs ⬇️ Whether you’re wanting new release recommendations, or the best of the best from artists set to take our stage, head over to our Spotify for two bumper playlists.

Backed by Iggy Pop to riot grrrl royalty, Lambrini Girls hold nothing back with their cathartic live shows. Here’s what the press had to say ⬇️ ICYMI, you can witness their set for yourselves, here on Monday 24 November: bit.ly/42Pmniy

What went down when Glenn Hughes played our stage in 2023. The Voice of Rock makes a welcome return on Wednesday 22 October: bit.ly/4bweelB

Great to have Inspiral Carpets back on Thursday 20 November. Last time they took to our stage was a sold out affair, so grab a ticket now: bit.ly/4iAa92E 📸 Sam Wall

Last chance for tickets 👇 Martin Kemp's Ultimate Back To The '80s Set is Boiler Shop bound this Friday 20 June: bit.ly/4hKIbkq