Prepare to be swept off your feet by a vibrant tapestry of musical styles as O2 Academy Islington rolls out a spectacular lineup of events. From the nostalgic melodies of Fleetwood Bac to the innovative rhythms of Asen, this series of performances promises something for every music enthusiast. Join us at Angel Central for an unforgettable experience, where tribute bands, chart-topping artists, and avant-garde musicians showcase their artistry in a celebration of diverse musical genres.

Experience a Musical Odyssey at O2 Academy Islington

London and Kent based metal quintet Graphic Nature have been carving a name for themselves as a ferocious force in British metal. 

Graphic Nature

Angel Central

British band Red Box, known for their hits “Lean on Me (ah-li-ayo)” and “For America”, take their tribal pop back on the road.

Red Box

Folk-rock phenomenon Gåte has etched its name in the annals of modern Norwegian music history, captivating audiences with their unparalleled fusion of traditional melodies, captivating lyrics and electrifying rock energy.

GÅTE

English singer and songwriter Ollie Wride fuses modern alternative pop with nostalgic hallmarks of synth-pop, utilising flowing melodies and character driven lyrics.

Ollie Wride

Rapper and member of hip hop sensation DIGI GHETTO, Asen has been pushing boundaries in the Chinese rap scene with his narrative melody rap and meaningful lyrics.

Asen: <LIFE AFTER SMALL TOWN> WORLD TOUR

One of the hottest, most streamed and sought after acts in Latvia, play a combination of pop and rock with indie touches. After representing Latvia in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, they have released three studio albums since forming back in 2012 as students in music school.

Sudden Lights

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

Electric Six

France-based, prog-rock power trio LIZZARD are back with their fifth album Mesh, which captures the energetic optimism of the late 1990s post-punk scene with thundering drums, bittersweet guitar and their signature driving bass lines.

Lizzard

KPOP Club Night

Following their 25th anniversary tour of their two Platinum selling albums, Spiders and Tin Planet in 2023, Britpop music giants Space are heading back out on the road with the 'Blood and Bubblegum Tour', and special guests, Headfeeder.

Space

An Azymuth live show is a journey through their brilliantly coloured expressionist funk, with all the cosmic energy and masterful musicianship you’d expect fromone of the world's greatest three-man orchestras.

Azymuth

German five-piece Leoniden are known for their experimental synth madness, in-your-face, circular guitars and incredible live energy. The band heading out on their ‘Sophisticated Sad Songs – Tour 2024’ to celebrate their fourth album of the same name.

Leoniden

Dingle based singer and former Walking On Cars frontman, Pa Sheehy heads on tour with his debut album Maybe It Was All For This.

Pa Sheehy

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

Ultimate Coldplay are perhaps the world’s most authentic tribute to Coldplay, bringing their songs to life with a performance that will leave you feeling like you've just seen the real thing.

Ultimate Coldplay

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

Scottish folk trio Talisk tear apart stereotypes and redefine genres with the use of violin, concertina and guitar to create their energetic sound. 

Talisk

Bars and Melody

Gary Digan aka The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience is the UK's premier tribute to Gerry Cinnamon, a must see for any fans of the Scottish troubadour.  With the same mixture of up-beat acoustic guitars, soulful harmonica, heartfelt vocals and loop pedal harmonies you'll be whipped into a frenzy, just like the real thing. 

The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience

Power trio Moving Pictures is one of Europe’s top tributes to Canada’s finest export, Rush. A band at the top of their game, they play with the same precision and energy that made Rush such a beloved band.

Moving Pictures (A tribute to the music of Rush)

In 1997, British band Damage released their debut album Forever followed up by Since You’ve Been Gone which delivered their hit “Ghetto Romance”. 

Damage

Originating from small towns in Ireland and North Wales, emerging indie rockers Manilla Times deliver infectious anthems brimming with energy and nostalgia.

Manilla Times

Boston based hard rock band Lansdowne have been a force to be reckoned with since emerging into the music scene on 2006, now they head back out on the road with their first new music since 2023’s Medicine.

Lansdowne

Seattle punk rock’n’rollers, The Drowns tour their latest album, Blacked Out, a record jam-packed full of gritty, anthemic, shout-along appeal.

The Drowns

The Swedish eight-member strong ensemble Brothers of Metal have taken the metal world by storm with their heroic anthems and electrifying live performances.

Brothers of Metal: FIMBULWINTOUR 2024

Brighton rockers Lovejoy head out on their ‘Resources for Teaching’ tour.

Lovejoy

The UK's leading Radiohead tribute band, respectfully performing songs from one of the 1990s and 2000s most-loved bands.

Just Radiohead

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

One of the pioneers of the Catalan music scene, Mushkaa has quickly made a name for herself thanks to her unique blend of reggaeton, dancehall, R'n'B, and rap.

Mushkaa

Czech Republic-raised and currently based in Brighton, AIKO is a visionary artist who delves into profound themes such as love, solitude and self-understanding, using her music as a medium for introspection and connection. Her sophomore album, 2023’s Fortune's Child, is a testament to her growth as an artist and the depth of her musical prowess.

Aiko

Wes Nelson’s fast start in the music business would have been hard to predict. With over 1.2 billion global streams, hits in 10 countries and co-signs from a host of respected names in the artist fraternity, the TV-star turned singer-songwriter has truly made his debut count.

Wes Nelson

JUNO-nominated Ghanaian Canadian singer-songwriter, Luna Elle is already making her mark in the music scene with her magnetic presence, commanding voice and authentic lyrics. Her music delves into the raw emotions of love and relationships, drawing influence from the soulful R’n’B sounds of the 1990s and 2000s.

Luna Elle

Cape Town based indie-folk artist Sean Koch brings a mixed bag of African and western influence alongside messages of home, a connection to nature, the ocean and the people around him. There is something for everyone in Sean’s catalogue, in his storytelling and feel-good music.

Sean Koch

Los Angeles-based brother-sister duo Brandon and Savannah Hudson, AKA Between Friends, nudge the boundaries of experimental pop through a glitchy, eclectic sonic environment anchored in a musical partnership formed in their earliest childhood. Their standout track “Affection” brought them viral success and a dedicated fanbase all over the globe.

Between Friends

World-famous tribute band UK Foo Fighters will take you on a journey spanning more than two decades of music from the legendary Foo Fighters. They have built an incredible reputation, even heralded by Dave Grohl himself.

UK Foo Fighters

Get set for the ultimate emo and pop punk night with The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance tribute) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy tribute), playing all the hits and fan favourites.

Fell Out Boy + Black Charade + Ultimate Green Day

Formed in Liverpool in the late 1980s by brothers Chris and Tony Griffiths, The Real People, or "The Realies" as they are known to their fans, were as pivotal as The La's and the Stone Roses in reinventing rock ‘n’ roll with their self-titled 1991 debut. Their early sound had a huge influence on Oasis, as did the band, and over the years, also penned track for several other artists.

The Real People

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

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

Hailing from Ireland, singer and songwriter Aimee Carty has captured the hearts of listeners around the world with her authentic lyrics and captivating melodies, blending folk, pop and indie influences creating her unique sound.

Aimee Carty

Gothenburg's melodic death metal pioneers, Dark Tranquility, tour their milestone, thirteenth studio album, Endtime Signals, with support from Moonspell, Wolfheart and Hiraes.

Dark Tranquillity

One of British metal’s brightest rising stars, Defects have gone from strength to strength with their exhilarating live performances and brilliant debut album, Modern Errors.

Defects

Italian singer songwriter Angelina Mango is the first woman in 10 years to win the Sanremo Music Festival, securing her spot to represent Italy in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 with her song, “La Noia” (“Boredom”). 

Angelina Mango

An anarchic stage show? Ginormous pop tunes? Sing-alongs so huge you can see them from space? It can only be Club de Fromage, London's premier and most fun pop party!

Club De Fromage: Murder on The Dancefloor - Halloween Special Part II

2024 marks the tenth anniversary of Glasville, originally formed in 2014 as a tribute to the music from the hit ABC show ‘Nashville’. They have been constantly evolving and building a reputation and 2023 was a defining year for Glasville as they completed the transition away from being a tribute act.

Glasville

Arizona’s death metal specialists - vocalist Chase H. Mason, guitarists Eric Wagner and Israel Garza, drummer Metal Matt Arrebollo and bassist Alex Brown - are carving out their own path. Get ready for them to unleash their epic third full-length album, Dark Superstition on UK shores.

Gatecreeper: Dark Superstition Tour

Hailing from Arizona, singer, songwriter and popular youtuber CG5, also known as Charlie Green, gains streams and views by creating catchy music that meets the demands of the masses.

Formed in 1992, quartet Man or Astro-man? combine the classic surf sounds of the '60s along with quirky humour, specialising in their own self-described genre space-age surf.

Man or Astro-man?

Just so you know, this show was moved from Scala 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.

Ryan Mack

Club De Fromage: Murder on The Dancefloor - Halloween Special Part I

A band with one billion streams and two million record sales under their belt, chart toppers and household name, Toploader headline this pre-Halloween show. Expect two rooms of live music ahead of the feel-good hit-makers Toploader, playing an extended set of crowd pleasers.

Toploader

Born in Oakland, California, Y&T is one of the San Francisco Bay area’s own innovators of the hard rock sound. Y&T’s high energy set and passionate performances still captivate legions of fans around the world, proving their music timeless.

Y&T: An Evening with... 50th Anniversary Tour

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)

Founded in 2016, Master Boot Record is the project of producer Victor Love (AKA Vittorio D’amore) who creates his unique sound by mixing together heavy metal and synthesised electronic music.

Master Boot Record

Just so you know, this show was moved to Electric Brixton 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.

HEALTH - Rat-based Warfare Tour: The Old World

O2 Academy2 Islington is preparing its stage for a night of electrifying, mind-blowing riffs from the most anticipated, emerging artists this year.

InPop

After 40 years of playing with their front man Christy, Irish rock band Aslan welcome their new singer Lee Tomkins to keep their music alive.

Aslan

A night celebrating three seminal punk bands made up of authentic Sex Pistols tribute band, The Pistols, all female tribute to The Ramones, The Ramonas and BuzzKocks, who recreate the sound, energy and passion of the seminal punk band, Buzzcocks.

The Pistols + The Ramonas + Buzzkocks

Crowley offers unflinchingly honest depictions of modern relationships with his delicate melodies, introspective lyrics and intricate guitar work.

James Crowley

British Jamaican songwriter Hope Tala seamlessly weaves together live musical textures and poetic soundscapes, crafting an intimate musical language that feels equal parts romantic and philosophical.

Hope Tala

Call Me Karizma is a rare bird in the modern music industry. He has the drive to create the high yield engagement of an influencer, with the delicacy of an artist or musical craftsman. Riz is the new alternative rock.

Call Me Karizma

Manchester five-piece Gorilla Riot utilise dual-pronged guitars with multi-part vocal harmonies; playing raucous blues-based rock, combining elements of grunge, and country to create a full-on high energy sonic experience.

Gorilla Riot

Muti & Heijan

Ines Rae

The Unofficial Charli XCX Brat Release Party

Hungarian rock trio Tankcsapda create their sound blending punk, heavy metal, thrash and modern rock into the mix.

Tankcsapda

The Amy Winehouse Experience provides an authentic tribute to the precious talent of Amy Winehouse, keeping her legacy alive for her many loyal fans.

The Amy Winehouse Experience

Get ready to be transported back to the eighties with the ultimate tribute night featuring the premier Duran Duran tribute band, The Duran Duran Experience and LOVE distrACTION, the UK’s leading tribute to The Human League. 

The Duran Duran Experience + Love Distraction (Human League Tribute)

Rhythmic Disorder 2 ‘Set In Stone’

GRAMMY award winning revolutionary lyricist Kabaka Pyramid takes The Bebble Rockers out on the road to deliver energetic and entertaining live shows.

Kabaka Pyramid & The Bebble Rockers

Imperial Age Festival is set to offer the ultimate metal experience right in the heart of London, with Orden Ogan as headliner, plus seven more local and international metal bands on the bill.

Imperial Age Festival 2024 feat. Orden Ogan

The four-piece perform The Doors’ classic hits including "Light My Fire", "When The Music’s Over", "Riders On The Storm" and many more, recreating the sound, look and presence of a real Doors concert.

The Doors Alive

GRAMMY nominated singer and ex-lead vocalist of Queensrÿche, Geoff Tate, is taking his crafted lyrics and high energy music out on his ‘Greatest Hits Tour’.

Geoff Tate: Greatest Hits Tour

American alternative three-piece The Dangerous Summer are back with their seventh full length LP Gravity, the follow up to 2022’s Coming Home, marking a brand new era for the band.

The Dangerous Summer: Gravity

NYC native Des Rocs – aka Danny Rocco - hits the UK with a string of dates in support of his latest full-length record, Dream Machine, the follow-on to Des Rock’s 2021 debut album, A Real Good Person In A Real Bad Place.



Des Rocs

UK pop-punk stalwarts WSTR are back to ignite stages across the country. This tour marks the band's triumphant return to the road, promising fans an unforgettable live experience packed with fan-favourite hits and an unmatched punk energy.

WSTR

A Juno Award winner and Acoustic Guitar Player’s Choice Award winner in the flamenco category, Jesse’s unique sound blends traditional Spanish flamenco elements with facets of new age, jazz and easy listening.

Jesse Cook

Norwegian rock band SPAN are widely known for their energetic live performances and catchy rock anthems, now they are back in London for the first time in 20 years with their final UK show.

SPAN

Emerging London rockers The Preventions hit the stage with their blend of indie and garage rock nostalgia, joined by special guests, Canadian rock band Bleeker.

The Preventions / Bleeker

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

Hi Stakes Tour

Dizzy Lizzy are the most fantastic live tribute act dedicated to one of Rock’s all-time legends - Phil Lynott. A long-established tribute to Thin Lizzy, their sound and setlist faithfully recreates that trademark Lizzy sound.

AC/DC UK + Dizzy Lizzy

The Unofficial Chappell Roan After Party

Si Cranstoun, the man that launched busking vocal duo The Dualers, rides again with a brand new upbeat album Jollification along with his blazing vault of self penned hits including -  “Kiss On The Lips”, “Dynamo” and “Coupe De Ville”.

Si Cranstoun

Flathouse Productions create a space for artists of all levels to showcase their music to the rest of the community.

Just so you know, this show was moved The Underworld 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.

Final Uk Show! Cirith Ungol

KPOP Throwback Night

Marc Bolan, with his band T.Rex, was one of the most flamboyant and charismatic stars of the original glam rock era. The band had a string of huge hits throughout the 1970s including “Love to Boogie”, “Telegram Sam”, “Jeepster” and “20th Century Boy”.

T. Rextasy 47th Commemorative Anniversary Concert

Bars and Melody 10 Year Anniversary Tour 2024

Cosmic Void Festival

Singer and rapper Asal infuses deep raw vocals with alternative hip-hop production and is currently making waves with her new music, collaborations and live shows.

Asal

Melodic rockers Tyketto celebrate 30 years since the release of their sophomore album Strength In Numbers. Showing no signs of slowing down, Tyketto are back on the road with their long time friends, American rock band Little Caesar.

Tyketto

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

Rock four-piece Colder Suns will be joined by indie rock band The LilyPetals, London based trio 6th.Blue.Avenue, alt rock group Herodias and Camden alternative rock four-piece Ace Persona.

Colder Suns

Austin based shoegaze pioneers Ringo Deathstarr are taking their signature sound out on the road.

Ringo Deathstarr

Just so you know, this show was moved to The Electric Ballroom 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.

The Plot In You

O2 Academy Edinburgh

More than two decades since their inception, the Max Cavelera-led outfit, Soulfly, remains as relevant as ever; extreme metal trailblazers, with countless worldwide tours and dozens of albums.

Soulfly

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

Motörheadache is a three-piece tribute to Lemmy Kilmister's musical career, fronted by lifelong Motörhead fan Rob Campbell on Rickenbacker bass and vocals, Rob brilliantly captures the essence of Lemmy in voice, clothes and his grinding mid-range bass sound.

Motorheadache

So you know, this show has been rescheduled from Saturday 15 June 2024. If you’ve already got tickets, they’ll still be valid, so hang on to them; your ticket agent will be in touch to tell you more.

Kolpa

New Jersey emo band The Early November, consisting of frontman Ace Enders and drummer Jeff Kummer, are back with their self-titled record, the seventh studio album of their career. 

The Early November

California quartet Silent Planet head out on tour in support of their fifth album SUPERBLOOM, which sees the band fuse glitchy electronics with guttural distortion and ethereal guitar melodies. 

Silent Planet: SUPERBLOOM UK TOUR 2025

California quartet Silent Planet head out on tour in support of their fifth album SUPERBLOOM, which sees the band fuse glitchy electronics with guttural distortion and ethereal guitar melodies.

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

Taking their talents from the screen to the stage in an unforgettable live show that goes beyond the regular concert experience featuring material beloved by fans of their YouTube channels.

Bernth & Charles Berthoud: Escape The Internet Tour - 2025

New Years Day - led by front-woman Ash Costello - are a force of nature. They tour their latest album, Half Black Heart, unleashing anthems of discontent and empowerment, delivered with gothic flair and theatrical bombast.

New Years Day

Guns 2 Roses are the only tribute band of Guns N Roses to be approved by Axl’s Axe Warriors and have performed live with four different members of Guns N Roses over the years.

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Kolpa

Jan 18, 2025

The Early November

Jan 24, 2025

Silent Planet: SUPERBLOOM UK TOUR 2025

Jan 24, 2025

Silent Planet: SUPERBLOOM UK TOUR 2025

Dec 19, 2024

Graphic Nature

Dec 14, 2024

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