Prepare for a sensational lineup at O2 Academy Oxford, featuring an eclectic mix of rock legends, electrifying tribute bands, and unforgettable live performances. From the soulful Southern California vibes of Robert Jon & The Wreck to the spellbinding homage to Queen by Don't Stop Queen Now, each event promises to transport audiences into the heart of musical brilliance. Join us as we explore the vibrant atmosphere, artistic genius, and cultural significance of these upcoming performances, making Oxford the ultimate destination for music enthusiasts.

Rock, Tribute, and Fun: Upcoming Events at O2 Academy Oxford

Prepare yourself, music enthusiasts, as O2 Academy Oxford hosts a series of dynamic live performances. The lineup features a splendid variety of artists celebrating iconic musical legacies, from Pygmy Twylyte's homage to Frank Zappa to Grace Petrie's heartfelt protest songs. Each artist brings their own unique flair, promising an unforgettable experience. Whether you're nostalgic for the 80s with Martin Kemp or ready to groove with Daft Funk Live, this season brims with musical diversity and excitement.

O2 Academy Oxford's Stellar Lineup: A Musical Odyssey Awaits

O2 Academy Oxford is set to host a series of captivating musical events featuring an eclectic mix of genres and iconic tributes. From the eclectic sounds of Scotland's Pygmy Twylyte performing Frank Zappa's classics to the soulful tunes of Grace Petrie, the venue promises a rich tapestry of performances. Join us as we delve into the unique musical offerings, including DeWolff's electric rock and blues, the nostalgic vibes of Martin Kemp's 'Back To The 80s' DJ set, and many more unforgettable nights.

Unforgettable Musical Evenings: A Journey Through O2 Academy Oxford's Diverse Line-Up

The O2 Academy Oxford is set to host a stellar lineup of musical events that promise to send ripples through the UK music scene. From the vibrant folk rock of The Mary Wallopers and Grace Petrie, to the psychedelic blues of DeWolff, and nostalgic 80s tunes spun by none other than Martin Kemp, this series of events has something for every music aficionado. Join us as we explore each event's unique offerings, the artists' contributions, and the atmosphere that promises to make this season unforgettable.

A Musical Odyssey at O2 Academy Oxford: From Folk to Funk

As spring blooms in 2025, O2 Academy Oxford becomes the epicenter of a diverse array of musical events. From the electrifying southern blues rock of DeWolff, to the 90s nostalgia of Nirvana UK, and the soulful tribute of New Purple Celebration, Oxford offers something for every music enthusiast. Grace Petrie brings her heartfelt protest folk-rock, while Martin Kemp delivers an ultimate 80s DJ set. The lineup concludes with Daft Funk Live's homage to Daft Punk, ensuring unforgettable experiences for every attendee.

O2 Academy Oxford: A Melodic Journey Through Rock, Pop, and Nostalgia

The O2 Academy Oxford is set to become the epicenter of musical celebrations with a lineup that guarantees memorable nights. As the venue prepares to welcome an exciting range of performances, audiences can look forward to the New Purple Celebration, Grace Petrie's heartfelt folk-rock, a night of Nashville tunes, Martin Kemp's nostalgic 80s DJ set, and the electrifying Daft Funk Live. Each event promises a unique experience, highlighting diverse genres and timeless classics, making the O2 Academy Oxford the place to be this season.

Unforgettable Nights at O2 Academy Oxford: Musical Legends and Tribute Extravaganzas

May 2025 is set to be an exhilarating month at the O2 Academy Oxford, with a diverse lineup that promises something for every music lover. From the electrifying New Purple Celebration to the heartful folk-rock of Grace Petrie, and the nostalgic beats of Martin Kemp's 80s DJ set, attendees are in for a treat. Whether you're here for the protest anthems or the pulsating Daft Funk tribute, the stage is set for unforgettable performances. Let's dive into the vibrant world of these events and the artists bringing them to life.

Rock, Rhythm, and Rewind: A Spectacular May at O2 Academy Oxford

Daft Funk Live are one of the world's most prestigious Daft Punk tribute bands, diligently constructing a 'live' accolade of Daft Punk’s legendary performances and appearances.

Daft Funk Live

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Martin Kemp returns for his annual ‘Back To The 80s’ showdown. Join Martin as he trades his bass for the decks and spins the biggest and best hits from the 1980s.

Martin Kemp: The Ultimate Back To The 80s DJ Set

One Night In Nashville

Folk-rock cult hero and queer icon Grace Petrie tours her latest album, Build Something Better, packed full of protest songs firmly from the heart. Long renowned for her razor-sharp lyricism and the joyful, welcoming nature of her stunning live shows, Grace Petrie is one of Britain’s most beloved songwriters.

Grace Petrie

A full nine-piece band, New Purple Celebration deliver a non-stop, hit packed show, spanning more than two hours. Expect all the hits from one of the most loved artists of all time including "1999", "Little Red Corvette", "Purple Rain", "Kiss", "Diamonds And Pearls", "U Got The Look", "When Doves Cry", "Cream", "I Wanna Be Your Lover" and many more.

New Purple Celebration

Nirvana UK are one of the world’s premier tribute bands to Nirvana, who strive to be as close to the real deal as possible. From the sound to the style, their live sets cover a whole spectrum of Nirvana’s back catalogue and deliver the ultimate 90s throwback.

Nirvana UK

Dutch three-piece rock and blues band DeWolff create an energetic mix of electrified southern blues rock with a dash of soul and psychedelia.

DeWolff

The Mary Wallopers head out to play their biggest UK live shows to date. With sold tours across the globe, TV appearances and blistering festival sets, The Mary Wallopers tour their latest brilliant EP, Home Boy Home.

The Mary Wallopers

Scotland’s Pygmy Twylyte formed in 2018, and delight audiences with a core body of classic Frank Zappa material, complemented by a rotation of more obscure cuts.

Pygmy Twylyte perform the music of Frank Zappa

The Emo Festival, the greatest tribute night to the music that was never just a phase.

The Emo Festival Comes to Oxford!

Encouraged by his dad to make music from a young age, Northampton born singer-songwriter Billy Lockett has supported the likes of Lana Del Rey and Lewis Capaldi, now he’s taking his flawless piano playing and emotive vocals back out on the road.

Billy Lockett

The new music festival Beam Me Up returns to Oxford, bringing the hottest breaking acts together for another multi-venue event, and three stage packed full of the best new music.

Beam Me Up! Oxford

The Phonics are the UK's premier Stereophonics tribute band, performing a set that has something for all fans including hits such as “Have a Nice Day”, “Maybe Tomorrow”, “Dakota” and many more.

The Phonics (Stereophonics Tribute) + A Band Called Malice (The Jam Tribute)

One of Ireland’s most popular music acts, song-writing and original material is a major part of the success of The Tumbling Paddies, with hit songs include “Pretty Girl”, “Night On The Town” and “The Way I Am”; which topped the Irish charts for 10 consecutive weeks. With an exuberant, energy-filled, live show, they’ll perform a mix of original songs and classic Irish hits, in what promises to be an incredibly uplifting night of live music.

The Tumbling Paddies

If you haven't been before to Bingo Lingo before, it’s about to become your new favourite night out with on-stage fun, rave rounds and prizes that will change your life.

Bingo Lingo - Oxford - Let's Get Piste

Join The Smyths as they celebrate the 40th anniversary of two iconic Smiths albums, The Smiths and Hatful of Hollow, that feature such classic tracks as “This Charming Man” “What Difference Does It Make?” “Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now” and “How Soon Is Now”.

The Smyths

Founder member, lead singer, songwriter, and producer Mark Shaw and his three-piece band, will perform all the band’s hit singles, fan favourites and deep cuts from all four of Mark’s studio albums.

Then Jerico

Two giants of underground psych-dance culture come together for an evening of audio-visual sensory overload.

The Orb + Ozric Tentacles

Detroit rockers Electric Six are back with their unique blend of garage-rock, disco, punk and exhilarating live show.

Electric Six

Shed Seven head out a very special 30th-anniversary tour, delivering a career-spanning set, as well as tracks from their acclaimed No.1 album A Matter of Time.

Shed Seven

Southern California rock band Robert Jon & The Wreck are heading out on tour to share their latest album Red Moon Rising, the follow up to 2023’s Ride Into The Light.

Robert Jon & The Wreck

Don't Stop Queen Now play all of the hits of Queen, honouring the legacy and music of the nation's favourite band. Michael Spence (Starstruck, ITV1) is magic as your Freddie, combing superbly crafted harmonies with electrifying guitar work as the band create a dynamic show that is a truly authentic sound and visual experience.

Don't Stop Queen Now

Lauded Merseyside act China Crisis often combined elements of jazz, reggae, country and other styles with their own unique melodies and harmonies. China Crisis’ clearly identifiable sound stood out from the crowd and garnered the band three UK Top 40 albums.

China Crisis

A Skinny Lister gig is the stuff of legend, full of style and stomp, bringing together all their influences, from ska to rock and from folk-punk to traditional shanty. Onto their sixth studio album, their trademark shanty punk style is front and centre, with songs telling tales of live shows and travelling on the road.

Skinny Lister

The star of EastEnders, Extras and Life’s Too Short, Shaun Williamson has taken the music scene by storm, bringing Barrioke to thousands of music lovers at venues and festivals across the UK.

Barrioke

Embark on an unparalleled musical odyssey with The Wailers as they commemorate the anniversary of Bob Marley's iconic album Legend. Under the visionary leadership of Aston Barrett Jr., expect a fusion of nostalgic melodies and modern reggae beats, creating an experience that is both memorable and invigorating.

The Wailers

Forget the hurt, it’s been 35 years of pure joy for Lightning Seeds, one of the country’s best loved bands. And to celebrate, they’re not only heading out on tour, they've put together a lovingly 20-track greatest hits album Tomorrow’s Here Today: 35 Years of Lightning Seeds.

Lightning Seeds

British folk band Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz and bluegrass.

Mad Dog Mcrea

Embrace celebrate the 20th anniversary of their massive-selling, No.1 album, Out Of Nothing, playing their biggest selling record in full, along with their other greatest hits.

Embrace

FEET’s music careers wildly between indie-pop, psych, and even subtle shades of new wave with a reputation for jagged guitars and spiky lyrics.

FEET

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Mysterious Swedish collective GOAT are back with their latest musical adventure, and they tour their fifth experimental album, 2023’s Medicine.

GOAT

Scotland’s finest alt-rockers Twin Atlantic are back with their latest album, Meltdown on their own label, Staple Diet.

Twin Atlantic

Following a successful anniversary tour of their album The Ghosts That Haunt Me, Canadian rock band Crash Test Dummies are back on the road. This time they will be celebrating 30 years since the release of their Grammy nominated and platinum certified album God Shuffled His Feet.

Crash Test Dummies

Electro-punk duo, Wargasm return with their collision of thrash guitars, apocalyptic dance floor electronics and catchy harmonies.

Wargasm

One of modern hard rock's most exciting breakouts in recent years, Kris Barras Band bring their all-new arena-sized grit with their latest album Halo Effect.

Kris Barras Band

Fleetwood Bac were the world’s first Fleetwood Mac tribute band, endorsed by Mick Fleetwood himself, and the only Mac tribute to authentically replicate the classic Rumours line-up. Over the years they have received rave reviews from the press, leading Fleetwood Mac fan-sites and from ecstatic audiences wherever they play.

Fleetwood Bac perform The Hits Of Fleetwood Mac

A rising star in the indie-rock scene, Danny Mellin is known for his distinctive sound and high-energy performances. Over the last year, Danny has achieved great success with sold-out headline tours and support slots for the likes of Sundara Karma and The Sherlocks. He continues to win over audiences with his honest reflections on the trials and tribulations of young adulthood, and his celebration of a good time.

Danny Mellin

The Bluetones first came to prominence in 1995, when their debut release "Are You Blue Or Are You Blind" broke into the Top 40. Regularly touring their extensive catalogue to their army of devoted fans, The Bluetones - brothers Mark & Scott Morriss alongside Adam Devlin and Eds Chesters - are back with their first new material in 14 years.

The Bluetones

⁠BRIT Award winning English hip hop and electronic dance duo Stereo MC’s, made up of Rob Birch (Rob B) and Nick Hallam (The Head), head into a new era as they take their energetic live show out on the road.

Stereo MC's

2023 saw the return of alternative rock band Gene Loves Jezebel with their latest album X – LOVE DEATH SORROW, the follow up to 2017’s Dance Underwater.

Gene Loves Jezebel + Belouis Some

South London noise makers Warmduscher tour their fifth album, Too Cold To Hold, featuring special guests including Irvine Welsh, Lianne La Havas and Confidence Man’s Janet Planet. Undoubtedly their best and most ambitious album to date, it’s their first full-length release since At The Hotspot in 2022.

Warmduscher

Welsh ragga metal legends Skindred are back on the road to bring the magic, like only Skindred do. It’s been a whirlwind year for the rock icons, who shot straight to No.2 in the Official UK Albums Chart with their latest, brilliant record Smile.

Skindred

Electronic music producer and AV artist, Halina Rice blends emotive electronic music with impactful mixed reality visuals and a bespoke light show for a unique immersive live set. Uniting art, music and tech, her work delivers a mesmerising experience, pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Halina Rice

Jamaican reggae artist and songwriter Protoje, and multifaceted artist and producer Tippy I, present a fusion of classic Jamaican reggae roots with modern sounds and perspectives.

Protoje meets Tippy I: In Search of Zion - the Dub Experience

The Red Light District Halloween Horror

The definitive tribute to Oasis, Definitely Mightbe, is the longest established and the most successful and admired tribute Oasis show out there. So, as good as the real thing? Well the legendary Alan McGee thought so when he introduced the band live on stage. So they…..DEFINITELY MIGHTBE.

Definitely Mightbe (Oasis Tribute) + Changing Man (Paul Weller Tribute)

Fishies Halloween

Bingo Lingo - Oxford - Carnival Of Horrors

Local DIY promoters Divine Schism bring punk rock legends F*cked Up to Oxford for their first show in the city since 2008. The Canadians are just about the best, biggest, most ambitious and still the most brutal punk band going, and they’re touring their most recent album, 2023’s Another Day.

F*cked Up

American pop punk band The Story So Far are back with their fifth studio album I Want To Disappear, displaying their growth as a band since their 2018 LP Proper Dose.

The Story So Far

Peter Hook & The Light are back with live dates that will see the band play the Substance albums by Joy Division and New Order in full.

Peter Hook & The Light Performing Both 'Substance' Albums By Joy Division & New Order

Seth Lakeman was catapulted into the music mainstream when he was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize in 2005 for his album Kitty Jay. Two decades on, Seth Lakeman continues his 20th anniversary album tour with the band including long-time collaborators Benji Kirkpatrick, Ben Nicholls, Cormac Byrne and Alex Hart, performing the album and other live favourites.

Seth Lakeman: 'Kitty Jay' 20th Anniversary Tour

Last Night Country Club

Swiftogeddon is a night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits!

Swiftogeddon: The Taylor Themed Club Night

Bingo Lingo - Oxford - Oktoberfest Special

Wunderhorse head out on their biggest UK tour to date in celebration of their latest album, Midas, a record that adopts an unpolished recording process which captures the visceral atmosphere of Wunderhorse’s lauded live performances.

Wunderhorse

ABBA Disco Wonderland

Yo Homo! - The Irrepressibles

Rising British indie star Seb Lowe and his talented band are back with new music and a UK tour.

Seb Lowe

PullUp Records AFD Tour: Ft Special Guests

A cornerstone of the UK tribute scene, Antarctic Monkeys’ live show has the power, passion and creative edge to whip audiences into a frenzy while delivering the powerful tunes of Arctic Monkeys the way they should be.

Antarctic Monkeys

Mungo's Hifi & Friends are back, better than ever and with an exceptional line up of vocalists, including Aziza Jaye, Catching Cairo, Charlie P, Dawn Penn, Gardna, Killa P, Marina P, Solo Banton & Warrior Queen and more. Expect full-on energy, crazy dubplates, and all the classics with a sting in the tail.

Mungo's Hi Fi & Friends

The Subways remain one of the most exciting live bands on the touring circuit, thrilling crowds with their signature rock sound and wild stage performances.

The Subways

Switch Presents K Motionz, Lens, IC3 & More

Award winning singer and songwriter Elles Bailey returns with her fourth album Beneath The Neon Glow, which sees the blend of British roots, americana and blues with brutally honest songwriting.

Elles Bailey

It's the biggest indie night to hit Oxford, spinning all your favourite classics, It's indie rock’n’roll for us!

Indie Fridays

Join an unforgettable evening filled with amazing music and good vibes and the UK’s best tribute band to country superstar Luke Combs.

The Luke Combs Experience

Just so you know, this show was moved from Atik on the same date, but all original tickets will still be valid. If you’ve got tickets already, your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

Oxford Freshers 2024 Welcome Party

Fishies, the home of Wednesday night, back for another term of madness.

Fishies

Fishies ABBA

Fishies Freshers 360

Punk rock bands Last Gang, Last Hounds, Clobber and Split Dogs head out together on their ‘Hi Stakes Tour’.

Hi Stakes Tour

Fishies Taylor Swift

Fishies DNB Freshers Rave

MNB Part II

Fishies Welcome To Oxford Brookes

Bingo Lingo

Top Silent Disco purveyors, Silent Social are back with their foot-stomping, sing-a-long anthems.

Silent Disco 80s' / 90s' / 00s' Special

Ahoy there! You are invited to board the Sailorette and join the plentiful crew, the 'Old Time Sailors', for a night of footstomping, dancing and singing. Sail back to the 19th century for an immersive experience of traditional seafaring music and a plethora of traditional and eclectic instruments to take you back to the time of centuries old folk and shanty songs.

Old Time Sailors

Fishies Graduation Class of '24

New York City rock band, The Lemon Twigs, fronted by brothers Brian and Michael D’Addario, have once again captured the attention of the music listening public with their fifth joyous album, A Dream Is All We Know.

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