"CONTEMPORARY BLUES ARTIST OF THE YEAR 2024" UK BLUES AWARD

Alice Armstrong is an award-winning singer-songwriter and entertainer from Surrey, UK, known for her impressive vocal range, dynamic songwriting and unmatched stage presence.
In 2024 so far, Armstrong has been voted Contemporary Blues Artist of the Year at the UK Blues Awards, been played on BBC Radio 2 and is a common addition to Joe Bonamassa’s personal Spotify playlists.

An Alice Armstrong show promises a soulful, genre-busting performance packed with world class musicianship and wry British repartee. Her personal and provocative content is heavily infused with soul, blues, funk, rock and jazz, and is served with an enigmatic performance and audience interaction reminiscent of the likes of B.B. King, Koko Taylor, Janis Joplin and Tina Turner (with a touch of Maria Callas).

"Really loving that vocal" Craig Charles, BBC Radio 2

WITH SUPPORT FROM LEE AINLEY’S BLUES STORM

Fronted by an unusual pairing of mother and daughter, this musical powerhouse brings you original tracks with sounds firmly rooted in blues history but free from the restrictions of any traditional format. The unique vocal pairing of Lee Ainley and Tori Mai Hobbs-Ainley showcases tight harmonies wrought from close family bonds and a solid musical pedigree from both maternal and paternal lines.

Lee and Tori Mai are fearless warriors of original and exciting music. Their songwriting delves into the deep substrata of solid rock with gritty vocals delivering a seam of pure gold. They create complex and beautiful harmonies that are both striking in their originality and flawlessly blended. Hailing from Sussex, England this band has a supreme skill set which reflects in the polished fullness of the songs and performances. Songs are constructed with each band member contributing their parts driven by mutual inspiration from initial ideas.

The next groundbreaking album release is scheduled for Autumn 2024. The band has added keyboards to the line-up bringing an even more varied soundscape to work within.

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JOY. Present
RED RICHARDSON + support

Red Richardson is a critically acclaimed stand up comedian, writer, actor and podcaster and is now recognised as one of the most exciting new comics in The UK. He has twice appeared on The Stand Up Sketch Show on ITV2, is a regular joke writer for ‘8 out of Ten Cats’, ‘8 out of Ten Cats does Countdown’ and ‘Live at The Comedy Store’ on Comedy Central and has written on Mock The Week. Ages 16+, advance tickets £16 + fees.

Chords UK MEET Eddie & The Hot Rods FOR AN EPIC DOUBLE HEADER - BUY A TICKET TO THE RIDE OF YOUR LIFE!

Chords UK

In 1978 The Chords emerged as one of a handful of successful Mod revival bands in the UK, they had several hits before breaking up in 1981.

In 2013 original The Chords guitarist / songwriter Chris Pope formed Chords UK along with drummer Kenny Cooper , guitarist Sandy Mitchie and bassist Mic Stoner they set out to perform The Chords classic tunes whilst writing and recording new material . Their first

release 2015’s ‘Get Famous’ Ep’ went straight into the official TOP 40 singles chart. Followed closely by their debut album ‘Take on Life (2016). 2018 saw them release the critically acclaimed ‘Nowhere Land’ and last years ‘Big City Dreams’ LP saw them take it on tour in the USA, Europe, and the UK.

Chris Pope has been described by Paul Weller as “ the best songwriter of his generation” whilst Chords UK remain one of the best Mod revival bands in the UK .

Eddie and the Hot Rods

Eddie and the Hot Rods are one of the most highly influential and recognisable names from the English Rock scene, enjoying a career that has now spanned four decades they continue to entertain audiences across the globe. In 1977 the band released a track called ‘Do Anything You Wanna Do’ which seemed to chime with the prevailing wind at the time and so spent the whole Summer in the charts reaching Number 9 before Island Records withdrew the single after sales of 475,000 copies.

The energy and attitude that made Eddie & The Hot Rods one of the most exciting bands of the era, crossing genres of R’n’B, Rock and Blues has never changed.

In 2023 the band released their 8th studio album titled ‘Guardians Of The Legacy’ it has already spawned a number one hit in the Legacy music chart.

The premier live tribute to The Who

Who’s Next capture a magical point in time when many believed that The Who were the greatest pop and rock group on Earth. Who’s Next’s live show aims to recreate this period in the early 1970s with the aid of authentic stage wear and instruments. The result is a time machine ride back to the days of Live at Leeds, The Isle of Wight Festival, Tanglewood and the Fillmore shows. It is a must for any Who fan!

"If you weren't lucky or old enough to see The Who in their heyday, then see this lot! You will not be disappointed!" Gary Shail - "Spider" - Quadrophenia

the definitive 11-piece Phil Collins + Genesis Tribute RETURNS to The Factory Live!

Currently on their 20th Anniversary Tour, they will be packing out theatres and clubs up and down the country and playing to 5,000+ at Aberystwyth Festival.

This is your chance to catch No Jacket Required up-close and personal as they rock the Factory Live with all of the Hits from Phil Collins’ solo career, along with a few favourite album tracks and a good dose of Genesis. 

These guys sell out wherever they play. Book early!

THE AMAZING BLUNTER BROTHERS
CLASSIC FUNK, SOUL AND MOTOWN - DON’T MISS THIS!

The Blunter Brothers started playing live in 1989 and has become established as one of the premiere ‘Revue’ acts in the country. The band covers all the hits from artists such as James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Prince, Ray Charles, Curtis Mayfield, EW&F, The Average White Band and many more. 

Alongside headlining with The Blunter Brothers ‘Funk, Soul and Motown Revue’ the band has supported many major acts including Edwin Starr, Sister Sledge, Ruby Turner, Rufus Thomas, Geno Washington as well as collaborating with members of George Clinton’s Parliament/Funkadelic and gigging with James Brown’s MD and Tenor Sax man Mr Pee Wee Ellis. 

Come and fill the Dancefloor. This is definitely a date not to be missed!

“The band is really looking forward to playing this great venue. We pride ourselves on creating an authentic sound so this gig is an opportunity to see an old school band playing Classic tracks. The 5 piece horn section really helps too!” Dave Baxter (Manager)

“Played a great gig with The Blunter Brothers last weekend. Nice camaraderie between the guys and a good vibe in the evening”. Mr Pee Wee Ellis, James Brown’s sax player/MD/Co-composer from the 60’s

“When I started listening to the tracks, I thought it was a recording of us 20 years ago! You guys really nailed it. Good tight band”. Hollie Farris, Mr Brown's trumpeter/bandleader from the 80’s

Please note this event has an age guidance of 12+

Lewes Music Group + Jukebox 1264 Presents…

Boogie Wonderland: The Ultimate Disco Party

It’s back! We couldn’t wait until 2025 for another disco inferno… so we’re celebrating BOOGIE WONDERLAND this December!

It’ll be a party you won’t forget! Let’s Groove, Freak Out, and Celebrate Good Times in this one-of-a-kind showcase that will keep you dancing all night long!

This non-stop disco party, brought to life by a live band with added brass section, will feature all the tracks you want to hear by artists such as Chic, Earth Wind & Fire, Diana Ross, Bee Gees, Boney M and Sister Sledge. Disco fancy dress VERY much encouraged!

THE JAW-DROPPING TRIBUTE TO FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS

Bye Bye Baby are a jaw-dropping tribute to the musical phenomenon Jersey Boys and the timeless, iconic music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Incredible four part harmonies, roof raising falsetto complete with energetic and stylish choreography ensures that Bye Bye Baby is a show that will make it a night to remember! 

Includes 31 of Valli’s greatest hits including Sherry, December ’63 (Oh What A Night), Grease, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, Working My Way Back To You and more!

★★★★
”The audience were swept away from beginning to end.”
North West End

Black Rabbit Productions Presents

Stipe

R.E.M. are one of the world’s most enigmatic bands. With a string of peerless albums; one eye on the underground and one eye on the soaring chorus; we will never see their like again.  From “The One I Love” through to “The End of the World” and more besides.   

Stipe bring you all the top songs from these icons including “Losing My Religion”, and “Man on the Moon” and with all the atmosphere, attitude, emotion, and energy you’d expect.  Stipe will provide the same cagey mix of attitude, poetry and idiosyncratic sound built around jangling guitars and hazy vocals of frontman Michael Stipe. 

Whether it’s playing major festivals or appearing on the One Show, performing for Michael Stipe himself, Stipe are the definitive R.E.M. tribute – a complete band, and encyclopaedic knowledge of the back catalogue.  They bring R.E.M. to life on stage – the contrasts and the magic; that direct connection to the music. The boys from Athens’ legacy is in good hands.

A HIGH-ENERGY GIG NIGHT CELEBRATING AND SUPPORTING WORTHING-BASED EMERGING ARTISTS

Every major artist and band begun their journey somewhere, whether they started touring the local pub circuit or made it straight to their town’s intimate grassroots music venues, they all begun putting pen to paper and striking chords, making beats and singing to their heart’s content wherever they could rehearse them to whatever audiences would listen.

As a town Worthing has produced and is home to some of the finest talent in the music industry, including BILLY IDOL, KEITH EMERSON, ROYAL BLOOD, NOISY, KRAFTY KUTS, WILL & THE PEOPLE and THE ORDINARY BOYS just to name a few.

THE FACTORY LOCAL is your chance to see homebred emerging talent take the stage, so you can say you were there when they played to an intimate crowd in your town! One thing is for sure, our line-up will guarantee you a jam-packed night out where you can enjoy a wide range of live music to provide you with a proper night out at your local music venue.

Every ticket you purchase supports the local music scene and provides a platform for these amazing artists to take their music to the next level.

AN UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL PERFORMANCE WITH WEST END STAR KERRY ELLIS, blending MUSICAL hits, ORIGINAL SONGS AND CHRISTMAS SPECIALS

After her spellbinding performance with us in Worthing last year, we are delighted to welcome back Kerry Ellis to The Factory Live for a bespoke intimate concert that’s forms a very special part of our Festive season.

Performing to an all-seated audience of just 150 lucky ticket holders, Kerry will be singing a variety of much loved musical hits that truly defy gravity from her illustrious career on stage as well as soaring original songs. This special evening also provides the rare opportunity to hear Kerry perform a variety of thrilling festive favourites in the build up to Christmas.

Recognised as the leading lady of West End musicals, Kerry originated the role of Meat, in Queen’s We Will Rock You and was the first British Elphaba in the West End smash, Wicked, for which Kerry won the 2008 Whatsonstage.com Award for ‘Best Takeover in a Role’. She then immediately transferred to Broadway and played Elphaba at the Gershwin Theater, where she won the Broadway.com Audience Award for Favourite Female Breakthrough Performance. Her many other leading role credits include Nancy in Oliver! at Drury lane, Eliza Doolittle My Fair Lady, Ellen in Miss Saigon and Fantine in Les Miserables.

Kerry’s first major CD release was the amazing Wicked in Rock, a collaboration with long time friend and Queen guitarist, Brian May. Kerry’s success as solo artist has seen her fill the London Paladium, Royal Albert Hall and major international venues across the globe.

DIZZY LIZZY CELEBRATE 30 YEARS OF TOURING THE VERY BEST OF THIN LIZZY AND PHIL LYNOTT AT THE FACTORY LIVE!

Dizzy Lizzy are a fantastic live tribute act, dedicated to one of Rock’s all-time legends ‘Phil Lynott’ & THIN LIZZY. Established in 1994, their sound and set-list faithfully recreate that trademark Lizzy sound.

Philomena Lynott stated that Dizzy Lizzy are 'the closest to playing my son’s music' A this sentiment has echoed throughout the years. Dizzy Lizzy do indeed have an amazing sound and resemblance to the classic 70s and 80s rock band. They will take you back in time to relive that magical musical era with a superb blend of classic foot stomping rock anthems and emotive rock ballads inc The Boys Are Back In Town, Whiskey In the Jar, Emerald, Black Rose, Rosalie, Sarah, Still In Love With You. Many have acknowledged Philomena's statement to be true, Dizzy Lizzy are the closest and most convincing tribute to the real thing.

They have also performed and toured with the original Thin Lizzy guitarist Eric Bell. Eric Bell’s reaction on first seeing the band… ’I could only watch three numbers owing to the emotions. The resemblance to Phil and the mannerisms and playing, it was spooky – it made the hairs stand up on the back of my neck…’

They can also be heard on the documentary CD ‘I am just a cowboy’. Released in the year 2000. Although based in the Midlands, Dizzy Lizzy tour extensively throughout the UK, perform in Europe & have performed as far afield as Los Angeles and Dubai.

''Boy, you guys…Rock!”
Gene Simmons - Kiss

WITH SUPPORT FROM SCORCHING ORIGINAL ROCK BAND HELLFIRE CLUB!

THE biggest-selling black group in uk pop history TOUR TO THE FACTORY LIVE THIS CHRISTMAS

With original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith, The Real Thing and their full live band are back on the road with their latest tour, promoting their first new album of original material in 44 years “A Brand New Day” - number three on the Amazon Best Sellers list.

Iconic songs of the 70s and 80s, “You To Me Are Everything”, “Can’t Get By Without You” and “Can You Feel The Force” were number one and top ten hits respectively and formed a huge part of music culture. Today these timeless tracks receive millions of plays every month on Spotify and are featured daily on all major UK radio stations.

Still so widely celebrated as artists, the band recently had a hit movie released ‘Everything’ which played nationally in cinemas and was aired across BBC Television and Channel 4. The landmark new music documentary charted the rise of Liverpool’s musical pioneers, who fought discrimination to become the biggest-selling black group in UK pop history. THE REAL THING are still undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with.

WITH SUPPORT FROM THE SUBERB SHORT, SHARP, SCRATCH and ruby rose!

Short Sharp Scratch is the music of Brighton based songwriter/producer Jak Chantler. Funky synth pop featuring virtuoso synth and keys from Mo Pleasure, former Musical director of Earth Wind and Fire and keys/Bass player to Micheal Jackson, Ray Charles.

'Total ear worm... such a groove... Jak Chantler channels his inner Prince!'
Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6 Music

Ruby Rose is a powerhouse vocalist who has been entertaining audiences for years with her soulful, sultry performances - she was the lead singer in our recent Tina Queen of Rhythm concert celebrating Tina Turner. She electrifies every stage she graces, leaving an indelible mark on the music scene. From featuring on David Scinto’s album "Gold, Oil & Drugs" to leading a choir with jazz legend Herbie Flowers, Ruby’s versatility shines through.

Join us for our regular monthly Sunday afternoon jam session in Worthing. A delight every third Sunday of the month for Blues enthusiasts and fans. Just £3 entry and you pay on the door.

South Coast Blues Jam Guidelines
To ensure we all have a good time, please take note of the following:

*If you want to perform, make sure you put your name down on the participant list, along with your instrument and the song/s you wish to play on.

*Have your instrument tuned and ready to go when called.

*Format: The House Band start and end proceedings; participants are called up on a first come, first up basis. NB: It is not assumed that you want to be included, please make yourself known if you want to participate.

*This is a Blues Jam, please don’t ask to play other genres.

*South Coast Blues Jam take no responsibility for the safety of participants and equipment.

*By attending the Jam, you consent to be photographed and/or videoed by members of South Coast Blues Jam or associates. These images may be placed on the South Coast Blues Jam FaceBook or YouTube pages.

A CANDLELIT EVENING CELEBRATING THE FINEST crooners at christmas

In this special evening celebrating the world’s finest Crooners, join us for an intimate performance dedicated to the smoothest singers at Christmas time.

Sit back and relax as we welcome in the festive season with the warming sounds of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole and many more iconic artists. This stunning soundtrack will be performed by Worthing's very own Mat Cates alongside guest musicians, who last year blew audiences away at The Factory Live with The Sounds of Sinatra.

With candlelit cabaret style seating, enjoy two sets of classic hits, including: Fly Me To The Moon, Pennies From Heaven, Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, Winter Wonderland, Sleigh Ride and many more!! A stunning show, not to be missed! 

Danny McNamara (Embrace) will be taking to the road in this very special intimate Q&A tour - An evening with Danny McNamara

Danny McNamara is the founder and lead singer of one of the most iconic bands of the last 20 years, Embrace. Having sold more than two million albums to date, their debut album, The Good Will Out, was released in 1998 and became one of the fastest-selling debut albums by a British artist at the time. 

It was certified gold on the day of its release and went on to sell over half a million copies. The band has also had three number one albums and six top 10 singles. This is your chance to get up close and personal with the man himself, including a photo and signing session.

WITH LIVE MUSIC BY SATURDAY NIGHT FUNERAL

More Treble Vicar? Put on your Sunday best, say your prayers, and get ready for Saturday Night Funeral. The band that were born in hell and raised by the church, they’ll take you up the aisle on a journey through rock history. From West Sussex, Saturday Night Funeral’s high-octane, energy-filled performance will have you singing, dancing and pumping your fists towards the gods. With classic songs from Queen to the Foo Fighters, U2 to A-ha, you'll be rocking in the aisles!

Formed in 2024 to spread the rock gospel according to SNF, the musicians of Saturday Night Funeral have preached at venues large and small across the world, from Carnegie Hall to Montreux, CBGB’s to The Troubadour. The band’s line-up have shared the stage with music’s legends, and now look forward to bringing you into their own Congregation. So, all you Bishop-Bashers, touchers of the cloth, and even those who enjoy the pleasures of the psalms, get ready for a journey through rock and pop history!

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GET YOUR MISTLETOE READY BECAUSE BINGO IS BACK!

Book yourself in for a night of non-stop party fun with a top cash prize of £100!

This isn’t anywhere near your standard bingo night… oh no! With Festive belters pumping out of the speakers, each game gives you a chance to win loads of prizes such as 4 VIP gig tickets, a pitcher of beer for your table, and of course a top cash prize of £100!

And it’s not just bingo, we’ll also have mini games to test a your knowledge, as well as a live performance and a host with more charisma than you can shake a drumstick at! With a rocking' soundtrack to blow your socks off and loads of great prizes to be won - come on down for a great night out!

The fee for all three games and a music quiz are all included in the entry price! So get your very own seated table for you and your party today, book in advance to avoid missing out!

WITH LIVE MUSIC TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

CLOUDBUSTING - THE MUSIC OF KATE BUSH

‘Utterly, surreally brilliant’ - Mick Wall, Classic Rock Magazine

Cloudbusting are the longest running and most universally celebrated tribute to the music of Kate Bush. With TV appearances and live performances across both the UK and Europe, the band has earned an enviable reputation for being unquestionably the most accurate and authentic live experience for Kate fans.

Significantly, they are the only band in the world to have performed Kate’s music with her original bass player and long standing sound engineer, the late Del Palmer, as well as drummer and percussionist Preston Heyman who appeared on the Tour Of Life, Never For Ever & The Dreaming. The band has also performed with Stewart Avon-Arnold - Kate’s co-choreographer and dance partner who appeared with her in so many of those iconic videos and performances throughout her career. That’s quite an endorsement for Cloudbusting but it also stands as a reflection of the talent, tenacity and passion that the 5-piece band has for Kate’s stunning music.

‘I could have been listening to Kate herself!' - Preston Heyman

Cloudbusting can’t wait to whip up a storm of love for Kate’s music with their very special Christmas celebration, featuring all the hits you’d expect – as well as many songs you wouldn’t! Wuthering Heights, Running Up That Hill, Hounds of Love, This Woman’s Work... and of course the seasonal delights of December Will Be Magic Again and Home For Christmas - they’re coming to sparkle the dark up!

With tickets to shows selling out fast, be sure to look out for tour dates near you - Cloudbusting would love to exchange the experience!

‘Blown away - your spin on Kate Bush is amazing’ RTÉ Radio

70S GLAM ROCK LEGENDS MUD RETURN TO THE FACTORY LIVE FOR AN ICONIC CHRISTMAS GIG

Featuring original founding members Ray Stiles and Rob Davis, we’re thrilled to be welcoming iconic glam rock band MUD back to Worthing, where they’ll be performing their number one hit Lonely This Christmas as well as other major tracks Tiger Feet, Dyna-Mite, Oh Boy and many more! After 38 years the current band have played just a few selected bespoke shows, and now return to The Factory Live for a one off Christmas gig in Worthing!

Ray Stiles has been a member of the legendary Hollies for the past 31 years and produced their last two studio albums. Grammy award-winning guitarist Rob Davis has enjoyed life as a legendary songwriter, having penned hits such as Can’t Get You Out of My Head for Kylie Minogue, Groovejet for Sophie Ellis Bextor, I Need a Miracle for Coco Star and Toca’s Miracle for Fragma.

Pete Phipps, drums, was an original founding member of The Glitter Band (The Glittermen) and since then has worked on albums with XTC, The Eurythmics with Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart, Lawrence Hayward's post-Felt band Denim and Liquid Gold. Keith Read, guitar, and a long time friend, was originally in a band called the Wild Angels, a fearsome, true ‘greaser’ rock n’roll band of the early 60s.

Though times have moved on, the band wholesomely retains the fun of the original Mud whilst faithfully recreating their hits of the 70s.

PLUS A FULL SET BY T.REX AND MARC BOLAN TRIBUTE BAND TELEGRAM SAM!

Telegram Sam are the ultimate tribute band dedicated to celebrating the magical music of Marc Bolan and T. Rex. Recreating the iconic hits of the 1970s, the band brings to life classics like "Hot Love," "Ride a White Swan," "Telegram Sam," and "20th Century Boy" with authentic sound and high-energy performances. Their passion for Bolan's unique style and groundbreaking glam rock shines through every show, taking fans on a nostalgic trip through time.

THE GREATEST SKA AND TWO TONE HITS SMASHED INTO ONE NIGHT OF ENDLESS FESTIVE FUN

It’s over 40 years since Jerry Dammers launched 2 Tone label and while music genres come and go, few styles have stood the test of time as well as ska. The distinctive instrumentals, raw energy, and forward-driving brass section has given ska music the chance to carve out a niche in the musical world.

The Gangsters, who took their name from The Specials track, keep the tradition of black and white alive with what can only be described as the ultimate Ska tribute band. Dressed from head to toe in their very own 'Gangsters' gear, the band look as good as they sound.

The Gangsters ethos is to play the songs in the style of the original band. So, as you would expect The Gangsters play the very best from Madness, The Specials, Bad Manners, The Beat plus a whole host of Ska and 2 Tone classics. So, from the very first beat the floor is filled!

With the very best Ska and 2 Tone songs, exciting live shows and a sound that encapsulates the best of what ska music has to offer, there's no doubt that The Gangsters are rightfully considered one of the very best Ska/2 Tone tribute bands around.

AGES 14+ // ALL STANDING

Cum On Feel The Noize with The World's Only All Female Slade tribute band, SLADY!!

Join Gobby Holder, Davina Hill, Donna Powell and Jem Lea as they take ya bak 'ome to those 1970s glam rock days with all them crazee anthems! 

Mama Weer All Crazee Now, Gudbye T'Jane, Skweeze Me Pleeze Me, Cos I Luv You and of course for those festive winter nites, Merry Xmas Everybody!! And many, many more...

Slady have taken the UK by storm and have been bringing the house down with their packed shows up and down the country! Giving you the authentic spirit of the foot-stomping 70s, the good time galz recreate the Slade sound to a T - already being dubbed the 'most authentic' and 'best tribute' to Slade that there is!

Join them for the hits, the B sides, the energy and the nostalgia of Slade!! You won't be disappointed!!

Groups 10+ get 10% off, ages 14+

WITH ELECTRIC SUPPORT FROM LOCAL POWERHOUSE QUEEN OF ROCK… MEL “THE POCKET” ROCKET! SINGING ALL OF YOUR FAVOURITE CLASSIC ANTHEMS

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Things are getting festive at The Factory Live this Christmas as we welcome back Murdoch’s Crazy Eyes for the biggest celebration!

The ultimate party band play Worthing as they’ll be taking to The Factory Live stage to play the best tunes from the 80s, 90s, and 00s! Plus a few mistletoe-kissed Christmas hits for good measure. A cover band like no other, if you've never seen a Murdoch's Crazy Eyes show before, you need to see it live! Epic support to be announced soon!

Didn’t get tickets in time? You can grab your admission to Murdoch’s Crazy Eyes 80s Night at The Factory Live on Friday 24 January 2025 - Now On Sale Here

Black Rabbit Productions Presents 

Celebrating Elvis Presley's 90th Birthday Party with Suspiciously Elvis + Full Live Band 

After a SOLD OUT show in 2024, we are delighted to bring back the band by popular demand. We have added limited seating for this date. So get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. 

Elvis Presley would be turning 90 on the 8th Jan 2025, so we are going to celebrate his Birthday in style! Suspiciously Elvis returns to Worthing with his full live band, not to be missed by any Elvis fan! Playing two hours of the very best of the King. With deejay 'Dave Mumbles' spinning rock & roll tunes.

STANDING TICKETS: £17.50
LIMITED SEATING: £23
AGES 14+

Black Rabbit Productions Presents 

Celebrating Elvis Presley's 90th Birthday Party with Suspiciously Elvis + Full Live Band 

After a SOLD OUT show in 2024, we are delighted to bring back the band by popular demand. We have added limited seating for this date. So get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. 

Elvis Presley would be turning 90 on the 8th Jan 2025, so we are going to celebrate his Birthday in style! Suspiciously Elvis returns to Worthing with his full live band, not to be missed by any Elvis fan! Playing two hours of the very best of the King. With deejay 'Dave Mumbles' spinning rock & roll tunes

ALL STANDING: £17.50
AGES: 14+

THE AWARD-WINNING STUNNING SHOW CELEBRATING DOLLY PARTON

The Factory Live are delighted to announce that we’ll be celebrating all things Country by welcoming award-winning artist Kelly O’ Brien and her full band to Worthing for THE DOLLY SHOW.

Kelly first began singing country music at the age of 14. Two years later she was crowned South Australian Country Vocalist of the Year and Best New Talent at the famous pan-Australian Gympie Muster country festival, securing Kelly her first recording contract.

In 2020 she produced THE DOLLY SHOW, which has been crowned the UK’s Best Dolly Tribute Act (as voted by the Agent’s Association of Great Britain) four times running. The reviews speak for themselves.

AGE GUIDANCE: 12+
TICKETS: £23 GENERAL ADMISSION // £30 SEATED (LIMITED)

L1NKN P4RK return to Worthing AFTER TWO BACK-TO-BACK SELL OUT SHOWS

With the legendary LP’s return to the music scene we’re thrilled to welcome back the very best Linkin Park Experience concert - a must for any Nu Metal and LP fans! After selling out two shows back-to-back at The Factory Live, these guys are now playing 500+ capacity venues and we’re so excited to welcome them back to Worthing this January! Support to be announce soon!

From the very beginning, our mission has been to pay homage to Chester Bennington and promote mental health awareness.

We pride ourselves on bringing fans an authentic, live, Linkin Park experience through our raw and high energy performances, playing all the hits that span the band’s catalogue. We work very closely with Help Musicians and have raised over £2000.00. 50% of all our merchandise sales are also given to charity supporting causes in line with our band’s mission and values. 👇👇

https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk

Every member in the band is a fan of Linkin Park and, our dedication to the celebration and respect of their music brings fans an authentic Linkin Park experience.

Tickets: Early Bird £20 // Final Release £25

The ultimate party band return to The Factory Live to play the most electrifying tunes from the 80s!

Before you know it you’ll be holding your neon glow sticks, singing and dancing to the likes of Don’t You Want Me, Upside Down, You Spin Me Right Round and so many more high-energy hits as Murdoch’s Crazy Eyes get you well and truly in the groove for the new year. All of our gigs with this fine troupe sell out so make sure you book early.

Synthony 101 - Bringing Back The 80s (since 1999)

80’s electro tribute band Synthony 101 are back at The Factory Live to celebrate their 25 year anniversary!

“OK – start the tape”

These are the words spoken right at the start of the “101” movie that documents Depeche Mode’s 1988 North American tour culminating in their triumphant concert at the Pasadena Rose Bowl. That movie provided the original inspiration for the name of Synthony 101. It only seems right to revisit our roots as we prepare to enter our 25th year.

To celebrate this highly improbable milestone, we have decided to put on a special night at the Factory Live in Worthing on, appropriately enough, 25/01/25. We will be playing a combination of your favourite songs with more than a few surprises thrown in for good measure. DJ Andy Woods will also be on hand to play his now legendary special electro DJ sets.

Tickets are available now via SeeTickets priced at £12.50 each – or two for the (entirely coincidental) bargain price of £25

You know the drill:
1) Buy ticket(s);
2) Arrive at the gig;
3) Enjoy yourself (and "the Silence")
4) Go home happy!

See you there!

A larger than life professional Queen Tribute Band who take the music seriously but not themselves!

Bruce Juice return to WORTHING for a high energy 3-hour blast of the Boss' greatest songs, combined with his rare, live arrangements from the 1970s

This is the only Springsteen tribute band that combines both popular favourites with the essence of Springsteen’s arrangements in legendary live gigs and an unforgettable show.

The first half reproduces the original arrangements from the 1970s Wild, Innocent and a slow, bluesy ‘E Street Shuffle’ as well as the iconic anthems from the ‘Born to Run’ tour.

The second half moves into the 1980s and captures the crisp, rasping sound of the ‘Professor’s’ piano, Federici’s organ and Clarence’s sax from ‘The River’ tour, as well as a few stadium foot-stompers from the ‘Born in the USA’ tour.

There are a couple of surprise gems thrown in, with some great Bruce songs that don’t normally feature in tributes, but are much loved by Bruce fans.

While the term ‘Tribute Band’ is commonly used as a generic grouping, this band will deliver a high-quality performance by professional musicians who are passionate about Bruce Springsteen.

Because of this, you can expect a high-energy show inspired by Springsteen, but not imitating or mimicking Springsteen, which as all fans will know, would be an exercise in failure.

Instead, the band aims to send you home with a strong injection of Bruce Juice until the real thing alights on these shores again.

Cutting Crew Trio
40th Anniversary Tour 2025

Nick van Eede formed Cutting Crew in 1985 and within two years this Grammy nominated, Anglo-Canadian band had scored Multiple worldwide hits including of course, their 1987 USA #1, the timeless, majestic “(I Just) Died in Your Arms”.

The song has earned countless prestigious awards including seven million radio plays in the USA alone! Many years of hard touring has kept their brand fresh as a daisy witnessed by inclusion in countless movies and TV shows like The Lego Batman movie, USA Super Bowl and Stranger Things!!

On stage (in this superb trio line-up) Nick teams up with long-time acclaimed CC guitarist and singer Gareth Moulton, joined by Tom Arnold (Steve Harley band, Wang Chung, Herbie Flowers Band) on keyboards, vocals and rocking percussion as they continue performing their anthemic hit songs like “I’ve Been in Love Before” and “One for the Mockingbird”.

They also ingeniously arrange and play some surprisingly discerning covers alongside the coolest songs from their six album collection, with fascinating and revealing stories thrown in, plus meet and greet after the shows… This truly is a memorable night of music, laughter and memories.

prepare to be thunderstruck by this ELECTRIC TRIBUTE TO AC/DC - a night of non-stop classic rock

THUNDERSTRUCK present an all-action stage show spanning AC/DC’s colossal song catalogue.

From the High Voltage Rock 'n' Roll classics through to the stadium filling Back in Black and more! Expect a high-energy rock show fronted by a powerful Brian, backed by a solid set of rockers and canon!

Classic Rock Support Band To Be Announced Soon!

this extraordinary band brings you closer to the original spirit of Pink Floyd than ever before.

Just Floyd are universally regarded as one of the UK's most authentic live Pink Floyd tributes, with an expertly crafted sound that's reminiscent of the classic 70’s Golden Floyd era.

This exceptional band are renowned for having a certain lightness and relaxed authenticity to their performance that is highly commended and feels closer to the original spirit of Pink Floyd's live shows.

Notable performances include the Blue Room at London's O2 Arena for Roger Waters' Saturday performance of 'The Wall', the open-air Bromley Amphitheatre and opening the three-day Crystal Palace Park Garden Party festival, some forty years after Pink Floyd headlined there.

For over 15 years the exceptionally talented musicians and crew who make up the Just Floyd show have managed to authentically replicate both the atmosphere and sheer musical brilliance of Pink Floyd’s legendary live performances.

"This extraordinary band brings a rare but refreshing energy together with a dynamic stage show, providing a truly Authentic Live Pink Floyd Experience. There is a real edge to this band's sound - live music at its very best " – Crystal Palace Garden Party

Lewes Music Group + Jukebox 1264 Presents...

Joni Mitchell’s Blue: An Evening in Laurel Canyon

Overlooking the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles’ Sunset Strip, Laurel Canyon hosted a community of musicians through the 1960’s and 70’s forming a hive of creativity in the age of hippies and flower power. Among Laurel Canyon’s residents were the likes of Neil Young, James Taylor, Carole King, Eagles, The Doors and Joni Mitchell.

In the first half of this concert you will hear music from the artists listed above as well as many other Laurel Canyon residents during this time. In the second half, the band will perform in its entirety Joni Mitchell’s 1971 album Blue. A songwriting masterclass, Blue includes some of Joni’s finest work including ‘Little Green’, ‘River’, ‘A Case of You’ and ‘California’.

Join us for this very special evening as Lewes Music group make your Valentine’s Day light up with a remarkable evening of live music performed by a stunning band.

Jukebox 1264 is a pop ensemble formed by the Lewes Music Group CIC in 2021. Their themed concerts pay tribute to eras, albums and artists throughout the last 70 years in popular music. So far the band has paid tribute to the music of Carole King, Billy Joel, The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, ABBA and Disco Music.

HARDCORE PUNK BAND ANTI NOWHERE LEAGUE TEAR UP THE FACTORY LIVE FOR THE FIRST TIME!

Join original frontman Animal and his band for a rip-roaring night with smash hits “Streets Of London”, “I Hate… People” and of course “SO WHAT” the killer track that was covered by metal giants Metallica - who Animal joined up on stage TWICE to perform it alongside!

Anti-Nowhere League set out on the road in 1980 to prove they could be the worst band on Gods earth - loud, violent, obnoxious yobbos with one mission... to get banned from every TV show, radio station and newspapers as possible, just for a laugh.

They were hated by the general public as well as 'real' musicians who thought they were a disgrace to the music business (and of course the fact they were pulling more people in their live shows than they were)... with numerous encounters with the authorities they continued to play and release new material away from the public eye.

In this day and age it does not seem quite as big a deal as it was back then when they stood alone, now a few of the 'real' bands have taken up the 'flag' to be original with attitude... long may independent bands continue keeping the music live and real... long live the League!

Now the band are firing on all cylinders, touring with bands such as Motorhead and Rancid and playing the big festivals like Download, Sonisphere and Rebellion. The band are proving Punk is the last music rebellion and is a major music force to be reckoned with!

A night dedicated to the music of English Rock Band Smokie

Five talented musicians take to the stage to bring you the music of Smokie live! Enjoy iconic hits such as Living Next Door To Alice, Needles and Pins, Lay Back In The Arms of Someone, Have You Ever Seen The Rain, If You Think You Know How To Love Me and more!

DREADZONE RELEASE NEW ALBUM NINE & ANNOUNCE 2025 SPRING TOUR DATES

Nine is the ninth official studio album from Dreadzone and a reflection of the last five years and a culmination of growing and re-inventing the Dread sound. The new album was released in October on their own Dubwiser label with first single Conqueror and accompanying video.

Dreadzone have been releasing albums and progressively bettering, refining and perfecting their own unique and inimitable take on dub since their inception in 1993. They have successfully navigated through an ever-changing musical landscape and have been a creative force now for over three decades.

Nine is out now on CD Bookpack & Double Vinyl (Dubwiser Records)

OUR DAYTIME DISCO IS BACK, AND THIS TIME WE’RE GOING EMO! 💀

Get your mates together for our next epic daytime disco - it’s the ultimate party for anyone alternative! With nothing but non-stop 90s and 00s emo hits, included in your ticket is:

- FREE UV PAINT AND GLOWSTICKS
- FREE PHOTOBOOTH PICS TO TAKE YOUR MEMORIES HOME
- EPIC EMO DJ
- EXCLUSIVE DRINK DEALS
- MORE GOODIES TO BE ANNOUNCED!

At just £6.66 a ticket, secure your place today before it sells out!

Celebrating the music of The Clash and The Stranglers

Made up of musicians who've played for the UK Subs, Chords UK, Chelsea, Vodka Tourists, Superminx 70 and Bruce Foxtons Solo band, and having seen both bands live many times, the band members of Clash N Sleazy play with a passion and care that fans of The Clash and The Stranglers are guaranteed to love from start to finish.

Join us for an electric night out smashing through your favourite hits and more! At just £10 a ticket, this is one of the very best value for money nights out of live music you can get with non-stop hits all night long!

PLUS SPECIAL GUEST DJ MICKEY WILD FROM THE GANGSTERS - SKA REGGAE SPECIALIST SPINNING THE BEST TUNES ALL NIGHT LONG

CLASSIC ROCK AT IT’S FINEST, A NIGHT OF IRON MAIDEN AND JUDAS PRIEST

Now considered the best Iron Maiden tribute act in the UK, Ed Force One have "Maiden to Perfection".

A full-on faithful tribute to the Metal Gods. Priest Unleashed are The UK's longest running Judas Priest tribute.

the sensational star and winner of ITV's Starstruck; voice of 'The Adele experience'.

Abbie Edwards is a teacher, mum and the vocal powerhouse who blew all four judges and audiences away on ITV's hit show Starstruck with a spellbinding performance of Someone Like You. A performance which had fans claiming 'She should be in Vegas'. The is The Adele Experience.

"I adore YOU, you capture Adele's spirit, we felt your love and vulnerability with that song, you're a star" - Adam Lambert

"You bought us new levels and it was wonderful" - Beverley Knight

"That was as good as any time I've seen Adele sing that song, you are Adele!" - Shania Twain 

Black Rabbit Productions and Manchester In The Area Present

THE MADCHESTER EXPERIENCE - ALL THE SONGS THAT DEFINED AN ERA

A reincarnation of the MADCHESTER era bringing the Pills & Thrills to you... Played LIVE by the fantastic Madchester Experience.

The Madchester Experience recreate the iconic sounds of BRIT bands such as JAMES, THE STONE ROSES, THE HAPPY MONDAYS, OASIS, THE VERVE, THE FARM, THE CHARLATANS, STEREO MC and many more...

Taking their audiences on a trip back to the 90’s indie era with the attitude and baggy fashion to boot.

Described as an energetic and authentic experience The Madchester Experience show immerses you in visual & musical ecstasy taking you on a nostalgic journey back to the 90’s with the use of music, film and fashion.

The Madchester Experience have performed several times alongside Clint Boon (Inspiral Carpets) and the Manchester legend Bez ( The Happy Mondays) both Manchester Legends in their own right.

THIS RED HOT NEW CHILLI TRIBUTE TAKES OVER THE FACTORY LIVE FOR AN EPIC THREE HOUR SHOW

It’s been far too long since we had a Red Hot Chilli Peppers night in Worthing at The Factory Live! This new red hot tribute will be igniting the stage with all of your favourite Chilli Peppers’ hits such as Californication, Under The Bridge, Scar Tissue, Can’t Stop, Otherside and more!

Get the very best priced tickets the further in advance you book. This is going to be one jam-packed, amazing value for money night out!

“So so good! Couldn’t get over how much your singer sounded like Anthony Kiedis - it was like the Chilli’s were really there! The band as a whole were so tight. The guitar solos were awesome! We all had such a good night, great stage presence and interaction with the crowd!”

“Brilliant night. Totally took the audience with them. Great musicians. Seen the real chilli peppers and have to say they gave us all just a good a time as the real guys. Brilliant.”

”They are amazing & put on a great show!! Just like the real band.” 😮

“Awesome band to see live, the whole crowd was captivated” 🤘

The Factory Live are delighted to welcome back Graham Gouldman & Heart Full of Songs to Worthing for a truly spectacular concert

It is only between 10cc’s sell-out, bi-annual UK tours that the band’s co-founder Graham Gouldman is able to fully indulge his Heart Full of Songs project and take it on tour.

As a result, the semi-acoustic four-piece –performing a broad spread of Graham’s song-writing catalogue, including chart hits for 10cc, The Hollies, Herman’s Hermits, The Yardbirds, Jeff Beck and his time in Wax with Andrew Gold – returns with a bespoke tour in March 2025.

The band line-up comprises Graham, 10cc live band members Iain Hornal and Keith Hayman, and Dave Cobby.

Graham’s status as one of the world’s leading songwriters was acknowledged in 2014 with his induction into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame – an arm of America’s National Academy of Music. That was followed in 2015 by Broadcast Music Incorporated in the US anointing him an Icon of the Industry at a special ceremony in London, where he stunned the audience with an acoustic rendition of I’m Not In Love, which he co-wrote, accompanied by Lisa Stansfield on vocals.

When Graham formed what became Heart Full of Songs eleven years ago, it was purely for the pleasure of playing his songs in their simplest form, acoustically. The format became so popular that Heart Full of Songs now tours the UK every two years.

For lovers of perfectly-crafted music performed by the composer, a Heart Full of Songs concert is truly an exquisite experience.

STRAP YOURSELVES IN FOR AN EVENING OF HILARITY WITH CLINTON BAPTISTE

After his sell out show with us in 2024… HE’S BACK! Who could have predicted that! Clinton Baptiste is the useless clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's smash hit comedy Phoenix Nights.

Amidst his latest sell-out RollerGhoster UK tour, he's back to deliver the very best of his recent work, plus some new bits. Join Clinton for his stories, jokes plus demonstrations of his amazing ability - and as always he'll be in the audience to give you truthful (but startling) readings from the spirit world! Not for the faint hearted. He’s getting the word… tickets. A clear sign from the Spirit Realm.

“Namaste… Shalamah… Shakatak…”
Clinton Baptiste - Medium, Clairvoyant, Psychic

SHOW DETAILS

TICKET PRICE - £20 + Booking Fee
AGE GUIDANCE - 16+ (16-17 Must Be Accompanied By an Adult)
SET LENGTH - 70 Minutes + Support
SUPPORT TO BE ANNOUNCED

The Luke Combs Experience Is Here!

The Luke Combs Experience has arrived in the UK. We will bring you everything to get you foot stomping, fist pumping to all of this country superstars hits. If you love everything Luke Combs then come join us for a night you will never forget. With songs like ‘The Kind of Love We Make’, ‘Beer Never Broke My Heart’ to ‘Beautiful Crazy’ and ‘Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old’, we will have something for y’all to enjoy. 

If you are a Luke Combs fan or even if you are not we are sure by the end of the night you will be dancing or singing along to something. We want you to be able to close your eyes and feel you are standing at one of the legends gigs himself.

The closest sounding tributes to America's biggest 90s and 00s Punk Rock bands!

Some say better than the original, Ultimate Green Day cover the full back catalogue from the indie releases including Welcome To Paradise thru to the multi million selling albums of the 21st Century.

Ready to experience the ultimate Blink-182 tribute? Look no further! They are dedicated to delivering all the hits and banter that will transport you back to the golden era of pop-punk.

The key word for this night is obvious, if you were there when each of these bands made you escape the boy bands that Blink mocked in their video, this is the ULTIMATE line up to relive those awesome times. Green Day ruled the 90s and Blink-182 ruled the 00s so get the best of both with over 3 hours in the mosh pit if you can hack it or on the sidelines, rockin' with the crowd!

the ultimate black parade party - MIXING TWO OF THE GREATEST ALTERNATIVE BANDS IN ONE NIGHT!

THE BLACK CHARADE

The world's number one My Chemical Romance tribute. Performing the biggest hits including Teenagers, Welcome to the Black Parade, Famous Last Words and many more, The Black Charade promise to give you a show like no other and one which is as close to the real band as you can get...

FELL OUT BOY

Fell Out Boy are THE tribute to multi-platinum artist Fall Out Boy. Smashing through hits from Sugar, We're Going Down, Thanks For The Memories, Dance, Dance, all the way through to The Phoenix, Alone Together and My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark played to the highest quality identical to the record as you can hear.

"Fell Out Boy made me leave questioning if they are better than Fall Out Boy live". The band have been packing out venues up and down the UK, multiple festival appearances, nightclubs and universities around Europe, they even got a thumbs up from the real band!

Tickets £20 + Booking Fees. Venue Age Guidance 14+, all standing.

Black Rabbit Productions Presents
The Guns N Roses Experience

NOBODY DOES IT BETTER! The biggest and best and most in Demand G’n'R tribute in Europe. Not an over-hyped claim, we prove it time after time. 

It does not get any closer than this people. Gn’Re have the only singer able to deliver the exact same unique vocal style and stage show synonymous with Classic Axl Rose. 

Gn’Re have the only tribute band guitarist OFFICIALLY SUPPORTED by MARSHALL AMPS, just like the legend SLASH himself. 

Together with 4 other Gn’R clones, these guys deliver a sound and look that is unequalled by any other band. Since their very first gig the Guns N' Roses Experience train has been rolling at an incredible pace, visiting various Middle Eastern countries, mainland Europe, Cyprus, Ireland and all of the major venues in the UK. 

With a true GN’R sound and stage show, The Guns N' Roses Experience meticulously recreates every visual detail and every musical note to capture that reckless spirit of the original Guns ‘N Roses 

Legendary live performances. In a bone crushing set all the essentials are covered with breath taking accuracy including Welcome To The Jungle, November Rain, Sweet Child O' Mine, Paradise City, Mr. Brownstone, You Could Be Mine, Nightrain, Rocket Queen, Knocking on Heaven’s Door and so much more... 

Don’t miss the chance to see the most authentic live Guns ‘N Roses experience touring today. Other Bands have tried but fail to deliver a true GnR experience. GnRe are the only Band to succeed in performing the high Octane GnR live show witnessed by millions in the 80's/90's to exacting standards.

Plus support TBC

The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing their classic hits from the last six decades

The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll hall of fame, performed for the President of the United States and in 2004 were listed in the top 100 ‘Greatest Artists of All Time’ by Rolling Stone magazine.

Don’t miss their brand-new tour performing all the classic hits such as ‘Saturday Night at the Movies', ‘You’re ‘More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Up On The Roof,’ ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin In The Back Row’, ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’, ‘Down On The Beach,’ ‘Hello Happiness’ and many, many more!

Created in 1953 by George Treadwell and Clyde McPhatter, George Treadwell managed The Drifters and laid the foundation of what would make them one of the greatest groups of all time. Clyde McPhatter was the lead singer of the group that also saw numerous members over the years but two others stood out above the rest. Johnny Moore and Ben E King.

After George’s untimely death in 1967, it was down to his widow Faye to continue with the group and to determine the direction they would take. Faye took the Drifters onto great achievements that saw the group grow to well and truly become a household name.

One of The South's Leading Tributes to all that is best in Funk and Soul

This eight piece line-up of extremely talented Sussex based musicians perform a wide range of signature tracks from some of the greatest names in the Funk and Soul genre such as Chic, Earth Wind and Fire, Stevie Wonder, Nile Rodgers, Bruno Mars, Pharrell Williams, Jamiroquai, CeeLo Green, Randy Crawford, Brothers Johnson, and many more.

Celebrating their ten year anniversary, Funk Soul Nation can best be described as a real get up and dance Funky experience! We are extremely excited to be bringing our show to the Factory Live on 5th April 2025 and look forward to seeing you all on that dance floor!

THE FACTORY LIVE + HAMMERDOWN PRESENTS

TYGERS OF PAN TANG + TYTAN + TBA

The Factory Live have partnered with Hammerdown Festival to present a series of concerts celebrating the greatest New Wave Of British Heavy Metal bands - all original, all raising the roof of this intimate venue live in Worthing.

Our first instalment in April will be headlined by Tygers Of Pan Tang. Emerging in 1978 as part of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal, English rockers Tygers of Pan Tang employ a muscular blend of melody and might that falls somewhere between Def Leppard and Saxon. After debuting in 1980 with the raw, chart-topping Wildcat, the band issued a string of successful LPs with more commercial aspirations and landed a pair of hits with "Hellbound" and a fiery cover of the Leiber & Stoller-penned "Love Potion No. 9." The group officially re-formed in 1999 around guitarist and co-founder Robb Weir, who guided the band through the ensuing decades with studio albums like Animal Instinct (2008), Tygers of Pan Tang (2016), and Bloodlines (2023).

Main support comes from high-energy, heavy metal band Tytan! Born from the ashes of New Wave of British Heavy Metal contenders Angel Witch, London, England's Tytan was cobbled together in the second half of 1981 by that first band's erstwhile rhythm section of bassist Kevin Riddles and drummer Dave DuFort, after they forged a partnership with Scottish-born singer Kal Swan and guitarists Steve Gibbs and Stuart Adams. The current line up features original member Kevin Riddles (Angel Witch / Paul Sampsons Empire), Andy Thompson, Ian Nash (Grim Reaper), Mark Hale (Overdrive) and Mark Walker (Tyrant / Grim Reaper).

With a fantastic third band to be announced to get you all warmed up for the epic evening of live music ahead. If you like this, make sure you check out our Hammerdown Warm Up show in July, and there’s another massive NWOBHM in October to be announced soon!

The Beat live: Original British Ska at it’s very finest

The band crossed over fluidly between soul, reggae, pop and punk, and from these disparate pieces they created an infectious dance rhythm. Along with their contemporaries The Specials, The Selecter, and Madness, The Beat became an overnight sensation and one of the most popular and influential bands of the British SKA movement.

By Christmas of 1979, The Beat were riding high in the UK charts with their first single, a smoking remake of the classic Smokey Robinson tune Tears of a Clown.

Over the course of the next five years The Beat toured relentlessly and released three studio albums: “I Just Can’t Stop It”, “Wh’appen”, both reaching number 3 in The UK album charts and “Special Beat Service”. The band toured the world, touring with such artists as David Bowie, The Police, REM, The Clash, The Talking Heads, The Pretenders, and The Specials, to name but a few.

The Beat kept scoring hits with tunes that have now become so popular that it’s hard to remember a time when they didn’t exist, such as Mirror in the Bathroom, Hands Off… She’s Mine, Too Nice To Talk To, Save it for Later, I Confess, Stand Down Margaret, and their serene cover of Andy William’s Can’t Get Used To Losing You.

The Beat featuring Ranking Jnr continue to perform all the classic hits in their dynamic live shows.

WITH SUPERB SUPPORT FROM THE TROJAN BEATS

The Trojan Beats are a hugely popular high-energy band who specialise in traditional Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae, and 2-Tone - this live special three piece edition will get you well and truly warmed up ahead of THE BEAT to make it an even more memorable night.

direct from the New Jersey Shore music scene, enjoy the soaring sounds of the billy walton band

For 15 years the Billy Walton Band has been consistently delivering their mix of Rock, Soul and Blues mixed in psychedelic jams with thousands of gigs around the US, UK, and Europe. 

Growing out of this rich musical heritage, the band found its groove when Billy teamed with longtime bassist William Paris, Tom Petraccaro on Sax, Eric Safka on Keys and the electric Destinee Monroe on Vocals and Guitar.

Now in full swing, the band has well and truly hit its stride and their efforts have been met with strong interest from the fertile British Blues scene. They have galvansed a dedicated fan base which is growing rapidly, as Blues Rock and Jamband lovers are hungry for their high-energy live shows.

WITH ELECTRICITY IN HIS FINGERTIPS, FELIX RABIN AND HIS BAND WILL SET THE STAGE ALIGHT WITH THIS SOARING BLUES ROCK EXPERIENCE

Félix Rabin's musical universe stems from a tension between the flamboyant stage presence of the guitar hero and the melancholy solitude of the songwriter.

This polarity is particularly well illustrated by the fragility of a voice seeking to make its way through the density of the instrumental textures surrounding it, which suddenly gives way under the force of the storm, leaving the way clear to the creative instinct of the soloist.

​Marked by the influence of the likes of Gary Clark Jr. or John Mayer, Félix Rabin is deeply rooted in pop-rock tinted-blues, getting funky at times, in a long-standing tradition having its musical origins in the excesses of the musical icons of the sixties and seventies, but now with the airs of a “good boy”, an introvert loner, with an incandescent frenzy in his soul.

After winning the prize of the “best act” at Giants of Rock Festival early 2020, in America he made his first real record with the help of Ross Hogarth, a Californian producer who has worked with the likes of Van Halen, Ziggy Marley and REM.

Having been accepted by the American scene, Félix then looked for the blessing of the British. In the country of Pink Floyd and Michael Kiwanuka, he first played in a few small clubs, then step by step progressed to bigger stages. The band Wishbone Ash invited Félix to join them on their UK tour.

He has recently released his first album "Pogboy", an album of six titles built around his titanic guitar playing, in which he takes his inspiration from the masters, while at the same time affirming his independence from them.

To see Oasish live is as good as seeing the real oasis, only better! - The Sunday Times

Since forming in 2004, Oasish have taken the tribute world by storm. The attention to detail is incredible and many have hailed them as being better than the real thing!

They have performed at Wembley Stadium, The National Indoor Arena, Manchester Academy and are the only band to perform at the now world famous Glastonbudget Festival EVERY single year its been running.

​The band don't use cheap imitation copies of the real bands instruments or clothes either! The "Noel" actually uses the exact same model of guitar, a Gibson ES355, that the real Noel Gallagher plays. Amps used are also custom made Hi Watt and vintage Fender amps to recreate that big oasis sound that became their trademark throughout the 90's.

They are also no strangers to the TV screens either, having appeared on The One Show (BBC), The Gadget Show (Channel 5), Inside Out (ITV), GMTV (ITV), Sky News, The Culture Show (BBC) and numerous other broadcasts all across the television network.

They have also worked alongside big names such as Peter Kay, Jools Holland, Clint Boon (Inspiral Carpets), Dodgy and even performed with Shaun Ryder of The Happy Mondays!

THE HIGHLY Celebrated FISH-era MARILLION tribute band RETURN TO WORTHING!

MARQUEE SQUARE HEROES, perform a full-length, 2+ hour show featuring current and former members of MARILLION contemporaries TWELFTH NIGHT, CREDO, and JUMP drawing material from the classic debut album ‘Script for a Jester's Tear’, the magnificent sophomore album ‘Fugazi’, the number-one album ‘Misplaced Childhood’, and its spectacular follow-up ‘Clutching at Straws’.

The band also delve into the compilation album ‘B-Sides Themselves’ and the legendary ‘Market Square Heroes’ EP, which, of course, contains the epic ‘Grendel.’

“This band were phenomenal, fantastic musicianship with every song nailed. A must for anyone who is a fan of FISH era MARILLION”

Northern, Rare and Classic Soul Live

The Croupiers are back at the Factory with a night crammed full of Northern, Rare and Classic Soul Music for dancing like nobody's watching, performed live by a powerhouse 10 piece band, with plenty of new additions to the repertoire and much loved favourites of the genre!

The band continue on their mission to spread the gospel of all things Northern Soul directly to you. Expect tracks you won't have heard played live before, and that you won't hear anywhere else!

Hard-Hittin' Foot-Stompin Four-to-the Floor SOUL MUSIC - That's what we do! Not to be missed - see you 'out on the floor!'

The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World

Wrong Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of sing-along anthems, live favourites and rarities, audiences are guaranteed the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute show.

Featuring Ally as Jon Bon Jovi (X Factor, The Singer Takes It All and Britains Got Talent) aka Jon Wrong Jovi on vocals, Wrong Jovi have one of the UKs most talented front men leading the band through some of rock n rolls most legendary songs. Ally is backed by some of the UK's most highly respected musicians.

Founding member Mark provides Richie Sambora's fiery guitar lines, backing vocals and even lead vocals on occasion. Jon (David Bryan) on keyboards and Backing vocals, Jim (Hugh McDonald) on bass and Backing vocals and Alex (Tico Torres) on drums complete the lineup.

With attention to detail in sound and performance, Wrong Jovi were described as “better than the real thing” by Club 85, Hitchin at their very first gig.

TWO COLOSSAL BANDS BACK-TO-BACK CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF GHOST AND PANTERA

Alright you Alternative kids, things are about to get heavy, as The Factory Live bring you world class tributes to two of the greatest bands alive. GHOST and PANTERA! Limited 2024 Early Bird tickets means you can enjoy this epic night for just £12.50.

George Lewis: The Best Thing You’ll Ever Do

Described as ‘the funniest dad on Instagram’, stand-up comedian George Lewis has racked up hundreds of millions of views for his hilarious online sketches about the big things in life, like owning an air fryer, watching a David Beckham documentary, and the excruciating experience of trying to do a jigsaw with your kid.

Now he’s bringing his brand new stand up show to the stage. It won’t just be about parenting though, because he has done loads this year. He’s bought a new hoover, watched some more stuff on Netflix… loads.

Between #makingmemories with his kids, George has also appeared on The Stand Up Sketch Show and Comedy Central Live, written a best selling book (Don’t Panic! All the stuff the expectant dad needs to know) and has supported Romesh Ranganathan, Tom Allen, Russell Kane and Josh Widdicombe on their national tours.

So, activate the parents’ whatsapp groups, dump the kids with whoever is willing to have them, and join George for a brilliant night out.

LOVE distrACTION is the UK’s no.1 Tribute to The Human League.

Utilising a clever mixture of live synthesizers and guitar, this truly accurate, authentic, dedicated and genuine tribute act capture the exact mood, essence and feel of The Human League.

The band consists of Nic Price who delivers an uncannily accurate vocal portrayal of the mighty Phil Oakey, Nick Stylianides - Musical Director, programmer and live keyboards plus Russ Harvey - programmer, keyboards and live guitar, whilst professional singers Wendy Abrahams and Suze J take on the roles of Susan Sully and Joanne Catherall.

Formed in August 2017, they have enjoyed rapid success, playing an impressive mixture of shows all over the UK, including the extremely popular Butlin’s 80s weekenders, Pontins 48 Hour Party Weekenders, Theatres, Music venues, Festivals, Private and Corporate functions.

Known for their ability to sound exactly like the iconic 80s group, LOVE distrACTION’s attention to detail and musicianship is the reason why many are already referring to them as the UK’s premier Tribute to The Human League. There may be other bands who look the part, but Love DistrAction is as true as it gets to the real thing, with their captivating  concert style show, guaranteed to bring back special memories, keeping you fully entertained and mesmerised from the time they walk on stage, right through to their breathtaking finale.

AFTER A SELL OUT 2024 HEADLINE TOUR ACROSS LARGE UK VENUES, THE FACTORY LIVE WELCOME HUE & CRY TO WORTHING FOR A SPECIAL ELECTRO ACOUSTIC CONCERT

Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane formed Hue and Cry in 1984 and the duo made a huge impact with the release of their debut album ‘Seduced and Abandoned’ (1987) which featured their first top ten single ‘Labour of Love’. The follow up album ‘Remote’ continued the trend and produced the huge hits ‘Looking for Linda’ & ‘Violently’. Albums like ‘Stars Crash Down’, ‘Showtime’ and ‘Jazz Not Jazz’ ensured Hue and Cry’s continued successful run through the 90’s, whilst their 2005 appearances as finalists on ITV’s primetime show ‘Hit Me Baby One More Time’, featuring their version of Beyonce’s ‘Crazy In Love’, thrust the band firmly back into the mainstream limelight.

A number of successful album releases and accompanying live appearances followed which included ‘Open Soul’ (2008), 'Xmasday' (2009), 'Bitter Suite Again' (2010), ‘Hot Wire’ (2012), ‘Remote: Major to Minor’ (2014), ‘September Songs’ (2015), ‘Pocketful of Stones’ (2017). To date Hue and Cry have sold more than two million records worldwide.

In 2019, Hue and Cry sold out their ‘Summer Nights at the Bandstand’ show at Glasgow’s Kelvingrove park within hours and finished the year by playing live all over the UK. With the global pandemic bringing live touring to a halt during 2020/21, Hue and Cry introduced their pioneering ‘Live from Lockdown’ streaming shows which were broadcast live from the band’s Glasgow based studio and viewed online by thousands of fans around the world. A collection of their favourite tracks from these shows was released as a ‘Best of Lockdown’ album (2022).

Hue and Cry have sold tens of thousands of concert tickets worldwide. As well as performing alongside some of the greatest artists in music history - appearing with U2, James Brown, Madonna, Al Green and Van Morrison to name but a few, the band have undertaken a multitude of their own headline tours and made numerous festival appearances. The band were recognised by their peers when they were presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Scottish Music Awards.

After Hue & Cry’s sold out 40th Anniversary Tour in 2024 – we’re delighted to welcome a night with the three piece stripped electro-acoustic version that will offer fans an up close and personal live music experience for one night only in Worthing.

CHARGING THROUGH THE YEARS CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF THE POLICE AND STING

Formed in summer of 2021, The CoPolice and have been performing gigs around the UK since their inception, playing the iconic hits from 1977-83 and then some.

The Police were a revolution when they burst onto the music scene in 1977. The CoPolice faithfully recreate the celebrated vintage new wave music from Sting, Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers.

Hailing from Cambridgeshire, the power-trio The Copolice are a tribute band dedicated to channelling the iconic sound and energy of The Police. Our journey began as passionate fans of this legendary band, and we've meticulously crafted our performances to honour their music. Our band members bring a wealth of experience and a shared love for The Police's timeless hits.

Our performances are more than just renditions; they're immersive experiences that transport audiences back to the heyday of The Police. From the infectious rhythms of Roxanne to the anthemic power of Every Breath You Take, we meticulously recreate the essence of The Police's discography, ensuring that every strum, beat, and lyric resonates with authenticity and passion.

Choosing The Copolice pays homage to one of the greatest bands in music history. Our key strength lies in our dedication to capturing the essence of The Police's music while creating an atmosphere that's both nostalgic and exhilarating. We also thrive on engaging audiences and plenty of catchy sing along sections.

BLACK RABBIT PRODUCTIONS PRESENT

The Jam'd + MONUMENTAL

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐉𝐀𝐌'𝐃 are the UK's best known and most authentic tribute to the live performance and sound of 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐉𝐀𝐌, gigging up and down the UK at festivals, including the 𝐈.𝐎.𝐖. 𝐅𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐀𝐋, scooter rallies and most of the UK’s top music venues & events!

This authenticity, and knowledge, can only be achieved from years of actually seeing 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐉𝐀𝐌 live, on many occasions, back in the day, and being lifelong fans! You had to have seen 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐉𝐀𝐌 live to understand what a 'Jam' gig was all about!

They are totally committed to giving an unforgettable, authentic performance with all the energy, passion and style of the Woking 3, and feature their own brass section!

“The best Jam tribute you’ll ever see!” IOW Scooter Rally
”The Jam’d can play any of the classic songs perfectly! They know what they’re doing!” BBC Radio 4

WITH SUPPORT FROM MONUMENTAL

Monumental are an exciting Indie revival band hailing from Essex. Full of high energy, these four young and talented musicians are influenced by 70’s/80’s British Punk, Mod and New Wave eras. They are part of the Youth Explosion of British guitar music. Dig the new breed! Front man, singer/songwriter rhythm guitar - Finn Sexton Lead Guitar - Alfie Wickins Bass - Nathan Bennett Drums - Oliver Furness

THE FACTORY LIVE ARE THRILLED TO WELCOME THE UK SUBS TO WORTHING

2024 marked the U.K. Subs’ 47th anniversary of the band and saw Charlie Harper reach his 80th birthday on 25th May! This legendary punk band continues to represent the true spirit of punk rock. Inspired by the Damned at the birth of British Punk, the now equally legendary Charlie Harper formed the Subs out of his then R&B outfit The Marauders, circa summer 1977.

Starting out as The Subversives, the name was shortened to The Subs and then changed to U.K. Subs, whilst early line-ups merged their high-speed R&B sound into punk. With a fabulous line up in place of Charlie Harper, Steve Straughan on guitar, Alvin Gibbs on bass and Stefan Haublein on drums, the U.K. Subs continue to entertain, enlighten and enthuse with blistering recordings as well as their ever-popular enthralling live shows. Like a vintage wine – the U.K. Subs just get better and better.

WITH EPIC SUPPORT BY GUITAR GANGSTERS

With a history spanning more than 30 years, 11 studio albums and countless tours in 28 countries, Guitar Gangsters continue to produce stunning lives shows and new releases which remain true to their melodic punk roots – slices of urban life, failed love, failed ambition and social politics packed into three-minute power punk gems.

Guitar Gangsters rose to the surface of the tidal wave of post punk guitar bands of the late 1980’s appearing on the seminal “Underground Rockers” compilation alongside similar revolutionaries, The Senseless Things, The Crack & Manic Street Preachers. Recording their first album in 1988, the band found its voice through the influence of the first wave of punk with a salute to the impact of bands like The Boys, Generation X, The Pistols, Ramones, The Saints and The Clash. With infectious melodies and irrepressible anthems, the band toured with Stiff Little Fingers in the UK and cemented their place as a formidable live act in the early 1990’s.

PLUS WORTHING-BASED SPOCK ON THE BUS OPENING THE NIGHT!

Spock on The Bus is a four-piece punk band from Worthing. Their songs dive into everything from Bruce Willis, to owl sightings, and local legends, with no agenda—just raw energy that hits best when the amps are loud and the crowd’s in on it.

Brave Rival are the South East’s rip-roaring rock and blues Machine

Hailing from Portsmouth, the six time UK Blues Award Nominated band features the powerful and beautiful twin vocals of Chloe Josephine and Lindsey Bonnick. On lead guitar, providing dramatic guitar solos and crunching rock riffs is Ed “The Shred” Clarke, and holding it all together is the rhythmic backbone, the self-proclaimed engine room of Billy Dedman (bass) and Donna Peters (drums).

Drawing influence from the likes of John Mayer, Aretha Franklin, Heart, Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin and Tedeschi Trucks, Brave Rival offer a style and sound that you’ve always known, and yet never heard before.

Brave Rival’s highly anticipated debut album “Life’s Machine” arrived May 2022 to critical acclaim. Emerging Rocks Bands Magazine said it best when they described the album as “Boss blues energy from start to finish”. Similarly, Powerplay Magazine finished their ten out of ten review by saying that “Brave Rival have unleashed one lean, mean and well oiled machine!” The album appeared on multiple end of year, best album lists including Get Ready To Rock Radio, Rock & Blues Muse, NWOCR, Wrinkly Rockers Club, Blues Rock Review and Great Music Stories and was the 4th most played in 2022 on the IBBA charts.

Reviews for their latest 2024 Album Fight or Flight

★★★★★
"Outstanding album"
PLANET MOSH

★★★★★
"Masterpiece of an album"
GET READY TO ROCK

★★★★★
"An absolute powerhouse"
MUSIC NEWS

Originally formed in 1999, DURAN have maintained their reputation as one of the most respected and established Duran Duran Tribute bands in the world.

DURAN have played across Europe for clients such as Butlins, Pontins, Warner Leisure Breaks, Chicago Rock Cafe, Grosvenor Casinos, Glastonbudget, Fake Festivals, Rewind and have also featured on ITV, NET.TV and BBC Radio.

The authentic sound of Duran Duran is faithfully reproduced using the same equipment as used in the studio by the real band to recreate the sound with as much accuracy as possible. As fans of Duran Duran ourselves we aim to provide you with the experience as we would demand ourselves.

DURAN deliver all the greatest hits as well as fan favourites in a stunning show fully tailored to your needs. We look forward to playing at a venue near you soon.

ONE NIGHT OF NON-STOP ROCKIN ABBA EVERYTHING!

Re-live the magic of a live ABBA concert spanning all the greatest hits from 1972 to 1981. If you love ABBA or you're nuts about Mamma Mia, with Tribute Band Revival, you're in excellent company.

Since the band's formation in 2007, ABBA Revival™ hit the ground running and continued to wow audiences throughout the UK, Europe and beyond.

Voted Winners of the National Tribute Awards by the Agents Association of Great Britain and with four consecutive accolades under their belt, Revival™ recently gained accreditation and the privilege of performing a concert tour in ABBA's Sweden homeland as well as the prestigious Wembley Arena!

ABBA Revival’s raw energy and enthusiasm will ensure you will have an incredible night to remember! Guaranteed to get everyone dancing, it’s time to party!

VOTED THE UK’s NO.1
BY THE AGENTS ASSOCIATION OF GREAT BRITAIN
5x WINNERS OF THE NATIONAL TRIBUTE AWARDS
2x NTMA NOMINATED FOR BEST PRODUCTION

★★★★★
”High-End Kudos”
Time Out

“The Best doppelgängers currently on the circuit”
Classic Pop Magazine

“ABBA-solutely Superb”
Johnny Walker - BBC Radio 2

THE ULTIMATE ERASURE TRIBUTE

In 1995 Mark appeared on ITV’s “Stars In Their Eyes” (and again for the 1995 Christmas Special) as Erasure’s Andy Bell, to universal acclaim. 

He met Pete in 1996 and the pair began writing original material together and at the same time launched Erasured, with which they toured the circuit for over ten years. The magic eventually waned, but the pair stayed the closest of friends.

Then in 2018 Mark and Pete were invited to recreate the recent arena gigs Robbie Williams had done with Erasure. They agreed to do the gig as a ‘one off’ for nostalgia’s sake. The show was a huge success and they again found their passion for Erasure music, and started touring again, with new technology and new outfits!

“Andy Bell” - Vocals - Mark Rodway
”Vince Clarke” - Keyboards - Pete Faint

great SUPPORT artist to be announced

A DAZZLING CABARET CELEBRATING BURLESQUE, CIRCUS AND DRAG BY AWARD-WINNING ARTISTS

The Revolver Revue is a glamorous, dazzling extravaganza featuring top UK and International Circus, Cabaret and Burlesque acts. Produced by Chi Chi Revolver, born with sawdust in her veins and lifelong experience in the showbiz world, The Revolver Revue is guaranteed to knock your glittery socks off! A sell out every time, make sure you book your tickets far in advance to guarantee your seat to the hottest show in town.

Host and Stars To Be Confirmed Soon!

RAMMSTEIN MEETS ROB ZOMBIE IN THIS COLOSSAL COLLISION CELEBRATING TWO OF THE BIGGEST METAL ARTISTS OF ALL TIME

Rammlied – the UK’s number one Rammstein tribute act – have developed and refined their incredible live show with fifteen years of touring across UK and Europe. Incorporating the bold electro-metal sound, unique industrial look and the unrivalled stage production of the original “Neue Deutsche Härte” band, Rammlied are as close as you can get, just on a smaller stage!

With inspiration taken from the real band for everything including costumes, confetti, foam, smoke and of course pyrotechnics(!) the result is an exhilarating experience that old, new and even the most die-hard Rammstein fans will appreciate and love.

Robbed Zombie – Europe’s only tribute to Rob Zombie comes to The Factory Live in Worthing for a huge night of theatrical shock rock playing the greatest hits of both Rob Zombie and White Zombie live on stage!

Robbed Zombie bring not only the sound of the Zombie experience to life, but also the theatrics and stage show to accompany it! This is a night you don’t want to miss! So get in your Dragula and head on down to The House of 1000 Corpses for a night of Zombie classics, monsters, and mayhem!

Black Rabbit Productions Presents

Metallica ReLoaded

Metallica Reloaded originating from Bristol UK in 2010 are made up of 4 musicians (Wayne, John, Jay & Daz) They always strive to give the audience what they want in every performance delivering the ultimate Metallica sound and high octane show leaving fans wanting more every time. They recreate the same set and show that Metallica currently tour. With over 50 years gigging experience amongst them, Metallica Reloaded are very skilled musicians and take their approach and sound very seriously using exactly the same guitars and musical equipment as Metallica themselves. Strictly ages 16+ accompanied by an adult.

"Metallica Reloaded are the ultimate sign of musical respect”
James Hetfield (Frontman/Co Founder of Metallica)

Plus support TO BE ANNOUNCED

THE FACTORY LIVE ARE THRILLED TO WELCOME IRISH ICONS HOTHOUSE FLOWERS BACK TO WORTHING AFTER THEIR STUNNING PERFORMANCE IN 2023

Something amazing happens when Hothouse Flowers step onto the stage – something that has been shaped by over thirty years of singing and playing all over the world, yet no two shows have ever been the same! There is a sense of musical adventure, an impulse to reach new heights and depths in music where the unspoken aim is that the band and the audience become one and the world becomes a different place for a while.

There is an unpredictable energy in the band that harkens back to their "Risk" days playing on the dancefloors of Dublin’s late-night clubs. They call upon their grand repertoire to create a show that is unique to the time and place. Improvisation can come at any point and allow the band express their brightest and their darkest influences. "Rock and Roll is not about safety or politeness, it is not about perfection either. It is expression and it is spirit." Humour is also never far from a Hothouse Flowers night. They do not take themselves seriously however, there is no mistaking the musical integrity among them as they open up to each other in musical dialogue.

Fiachna, Liam and Peter are traditional musicians. This allows for moments of ancestral connection. From a Doors-like musical workout one minute, to an earnest and timeless offering to the memory of Currachaí na Tra Báine the next. A song inherited by Fiachna describing the blow inflicted upon a community and a family due to drowning. This moment and moments like these set the Flowers apart from almost any other band of their time and trade. They are carriers of culture and all of what that entails.

Hothouse Flowers are a rock ‘n’ roll band, Hothouse Flowers are a traditional band, Hothouse Flowers are a soul band, Hothouse Flowers are a jam band with their own brand of jam on both sides of the bread!

Despite the bands lengthy career which is now well into its fourth decade there is a sense of unfinished business. Every night they want to play the best gig they have ever played and take the musical risks that can maybe make that possible. There are still songs to be written and emotions to share. Whether its in a tiny club, an arena or in a festival field there is a sense that the best is yet to come.

HAMMERDOWN IS BACK IN WORTHING; SEE FIVE EPIC METAL AND ROCK BANDS LIVE, BE PART OF THE ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY

For 2025 we’re introducing special early bird pricing so you can get your ticket to this amazing live experience at an incredible price - just £8 if you book in 2024.

With five incredible bands to be announced on a monthly basis, you’re guaranteed to have an amazing night out with friends, family and new faces as part of the Hammerdown Community, a collection of like minded people passionate about original rock and metal music. Buy a ticket, join the Hammerdown Family today at The Factory Live.

Black Rabbit Productions Presents

Seattle Thrift Store - A Set of Unplugged and a Full Electric Set

The UK's favourite live tribute to grunge performing: MTV Unplugged & Fully live sets in one fantastic show!

Seattle Thrift Store are a tribute to the Grunge scene coming out of the Pacific Northwest in the early 90's. Playing songs by Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, Temple of the Dog, as well as associated acts like Hole, Smashing Pumpkins, The Pixies, Foo Fighters and many more!

First performing their MTV Unplugged special with 45 minute set of acoustic songs in an atmospheric setting paying homage to the legendary MTV Unplugged Specials,

Followed by a second set of 1 hour plus of Grunge anthems, LIVE & LOUD style!

A 5-piece band, Seattle Thrift Store faithfully recreates the sound of all these legendary bands with an extensive repertoire of songs from the era.

A SPECIAL EVENING OF SOUL AND MOTOWN CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF LUTHER VANDROSS

Harry Cambridge is an extraordinarily talented soul singer with an electrifying stage presence that has captivated audiences across the UK and around the world. With a style that combines passion, soulfulness, and showmanship, Harry has earned a reputation as one of the most engaging and likeable performers in the industry.

Harry's Luther Live tour, which has sold out large venues around the country for the past four years, is widely acclaimed as the highest-rated show in the UK. Harry's smooth, silky voice and exceptional tribute to songs and talent of Luther Vandross have earned him critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase. He regularly shares the stage with some of the all-time greats in Soul and Motown music, and his solo act includes hit songs from Earth Wind and Fire, The Four Tops, and other legends. With his impressive talent and magnetic stage presence, Harry Cambridge is a true superstar of soul music.

A LIVE MUSIC EXPERIENCE JOURNEYING TO THE HOME OF COUNTRY MUSIC

Multi award winning UK Country singer, Mark Hills, together with his band Wrecking Ball are the real deal when it comes to playing a blend of traditional, outlaw and new country music.

Together, they will transport you on a journey to the home of country music - Nashville, where you will hear some of your favourite songs from Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Alan Jackson, Luke Combs, Eric Church, Kenny Rogers, Midland – even Dolly Parton and many, many more.

So y’all, buy a ticket and come along to see why Mark Hills (the man with the “twang”) and his band are filling venues all across the country with their highly acclaimed show – The Nashville Sounds Experience.

Shakatak have enjoyed a level of success and career longevity rarely achieved in contemporary music

Because of the nature of their music their fan base is far reaching while always retaining an “underground” element. This paradox sees the band, who are known primarily as serious musicians, enjoying both high cult status and instant recognition as a household name.

Their many hits include the singles Down on the Street, Easier Said than Done, Invitations, Dark is the Night, Feels Like the Right Time and, of course, Night Birds.

The Factory Live are delighted to welcome back the six-piece line-up after their roof-raising performances in 2023 and 2024, featuring original members: Bill Sharpe, Jill Saward, Roger Odell and George Anderson.

An electrifying tribute to U2 Spanning Across Five Decades of Music

U2Baby, the UK and Europe's definitive U2 tribute band, is far from your average tribute act. When U2 hits Dublin, it's U2Baby who are summoned to set the party ablaze. Their mission is to bring the magic of U2's live music to everyone, including those who might not have the chance to see the iconic band in person.

From the historic Cavern Club in Liverpool to the grand stages of Monaco, U2Baby consistently mesmerises audiences with their impeccable, true-to-form renditions of U2's electrifying performances.

Nothing but your favourite alternative anthems, performed non-stop by a kickass live band!!

LINKIN PARK, MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE, GREEN DAY, SYSTEM OF A DOWN - THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE ARTISTS THAT SHAPED AN ENTIRE GENERATION OF METAL MUSIC LOVERS, BUILDING AN ALTERNATIVE CULTURE THAT WOULD LAST A LIFETIME.

After swiftly selling out in 2024, we’re proud to bring KERRANG’D back to The Factory Live For TWO NIGHTS back-to-back; a kick ass live band who will be bringing to life the music from the very greatest 90s and naughties rock artists in a high-energy night that celebrates all things nostalgia!

But the fun doesn’t stop there, we’ll be following up this incredible two hour LIVE show with the Ultimate Emo Club Night, all included for free in your ticket - so you can keep the party going all night long.

So get all of your friends together for this truly spectacular night, Teenage Dirtbags and American Idiots strongly encouraged!

These guys perform tracks better than the original bands - Skindred

Nothing but your favourite alternative anthems, performed non-stop by a kickass live band!!

LINKIN PARK, MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE, GREEN DAY, SYSTEM OF A DOWN - THESE ARE JUST SOME OF THE ARTISTS THAT SHAPED AN ENTIRE GENERATION OF METAL MUSIC LOVERS, BUILDING AN ALTERNATIVE CULTURE THAT WOULD LAST A LIFETIME.

After swiftly selling out in 2024, we’re proud to bring KERRANG’D back to The Factory Live For TWO NIGHTS back-to-back; a kick ass live band who will be bringing to life the music from the very greatest 90s and naughties rock artists in a high-energy night that celebrates all things nostalgia!

But the fun doesn’t stop there, we’ll be following up this incredible two hour LIVE show with the Ultimate Emo Club Night, all included for free in your ticket - so you can keep the party going all night long.

So get all of your friends together for this truly spectacular night, Teenage Dirtbags and American Idiots strongly encouraged!

These guys perform tracks better than the original bands - Skindred

Presented By Black Rabbit Productions

After another Sold Out show in 2024, we’re bringing back The Cureheads & Siouxie and the Budgiees!

Playing all the best of The Cure and Siouxsie and the Banshees respectively.

The Cureheads were formed in 1990. The band played its first show in Stockholmin July 1990 at Frietzfronten in St. Eriksgatan 89, an underground bar owned by a Swedish political party, and played its first large headline show at the WGTin 1995. Then known as Fat Bob & The Cureheads.

The band has toured in the UK, the USA, continental Europe, and South America, playing festivals, including opening for Echo and The Bunnymen and The Pretendersat Guilfest. The band state that they strive to re-create the experience of seeing a mid to late 1980s concert by The Cure, including not only the sound, but also the wardrobe, attitude, stage, light show and various video and computer images.

The Cureheads name is taken from the Irish slang term for anyone with that "1980's mop haired 'Gothic' look". They were originally known as "Fat Bob & The Cureheads" until 2000.

Since 1990, The Cureheads has played venues including The Vic Theaterin Chicago, Camden Palacein London, The Temple Bar Music Centre in Dublin, CBGBin New York, and Razzmatazzin Barcelona.

The Cureheads recently played to 10,000 people ın Chileat the Teatro Caupolicán in Santiago (the old national basketball stadium of Chile). The show was recorded for national television and reported on the news, as The Cure has never played in Chile despite having a huge fanbase there.

EXTRA DATE NOW ON SALE DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND!!!

one of the most loved bands of the 70s perform their classic songs spanning over five decades

Starting out as the band behind Ian Dury, The Blockheads are a legendary outfit that has grown in stature from the early days of the Stiff tour in 1977, right up to the present day.  

Backing up Ian Dury's poetic lyrics, this is the band that brought you 'Hit Me with your Rhythm Stick', 'What A Waste', 'Reasons to be Cheerful (Part 3)', and 'Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll', among many others.

Rarely off the road since the demise of Ian Dury in 2000, the Blockheads are still one of the most underrated British bands of all time, with a legion of fans of all ages.

BOOK FOR FRIDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2025

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EXTRA DATE NOW ON SALE DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND!!!

one of the most loved bands of the 70s perform their classic songs spanning over five decades

Starting out as the band behind Ian Dury, The Blockheads are a legendary outfit that has grown in stature from the early days of the Stiff tour in 1977, right up to the present day.  

Backing up Ian Dury's poetic lyrics, this is the band that brought you 'Hit Me with your Rhythm Stick', 'What A Waste', 'Reasons to be Cheerful (Part 3)', and 'Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll', among many others.

Rarely off the road since the demise of Ian Dury in 2000, the Blockheads are still one of the most underrated British bands of all time, with a legion of fans of all ages.

BOOK FOR FRIDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2025

BOOK FOR SATURDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 2025

Rarely in the long history of British rock’n’roll has there been a story of such depth, magnitude and sheer turbulence as that of the Cockney Rejects.

Cockney Rejects were formed in the late Seventies in East London as an answer to the art school punk that had dominated the scene up until then. Fiercely working class in stance and attitude, the band eschewed the political ramblings of punk’s first wave and sang about the circumstances that surrounded them and millions of street kids in Britain’s inner cities- Police harassment, street battles and football to name three.

Signed by EMI after playing four local gigs (less than the pistols!) they found themselves playing sell out tours the length and breadth of the UK and seeing their debut album storm the charts. Top of the pops appearances followed, which became the stuff of legend as the band generally ran amok in the hallowed White city studios, finally getting banned from the show for their boisterous behaviour.

Due to overwhelming demand, the band returned to the live circuit in 2000, and have since gone from strength to strength, playing to hundreds of thousands of people across the globe with a live set that is so energetic that it has to be seen to be believed. With the fractionalization of the late ‘70’s and early ‘80’s now gone for good, every gig has become a party for fans and band alike.

Led by legendary frontman Jeff “Stinky” Turner, there has never been a better time to check out the band that inspired a generation with their timeless brand of terrace sing along classics and white hot live set.

Join the Rejects - You won’t have a better night out all year!

The World’s Number One Tribute To Bob Marley

A full seven piece band performance, bringing the music of the legendary and revered Bob Marley and the Wailers to life - the band re-kindles the fire, magic, vibe and blessing that the King of Reggae gave to his audiences.

Giving you all the classics and sing alongs like “One Love”, “Three Little Birds”, “No Woman No Cry”, “Iron Lion Zion”, “I Shot The Sheriff”, “Get Up Stand Up” and many many more! His spirit was filled with a message of peace, love and unity - and that’s a message that no generation can do without!

“The Marley Experience need to be seen to be believed!” (The Guardian)

Black Rabbit Productions Presents

ARCTIC NUMPTIES + SUPPORT

After a SELL OUT show in 2024, we are delighted to bring the Arctic Numpties back to Worthing!

Arctic Numpties are Yorkshire's very own premium tribute to the Arctic Monkeys, with roots to the very same places as the original band. The 'Numpties' give audiences the ultimate Arctic Monkeys experience, exactly replicating the Sheffield icons' look, sound, guitars and every move. Covering everyone's favourites from all seven studio albums, the Arctic Numpties are a must see for any Monkeys fan.

Plus local support TBC

THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO DIRE STRAITS RETURN CELEBRATING THE BAND’S BIGGEST ALBUM BROTHERS IN ARMS

During the 80’s and 90’s, Dire Straits were one of the biggest music brands and concert touring bands in the world. Still today, Mark Knopfler remains one of the most beloved guitarists in modern Rock.

Their biggest album, Brothers in Arms, released in 1985, still sits in the top 10 of the best selling albums in chart history.

dS:uK…in tribute to Dire Straits began touring in 2016 and have quickly become regarded as the quintessential tribute band among Dire Straits fans with their incredible attention to musical and sonic detail. To say that “dS:uK” sound like Dire Straits is an understatement.

Their 2025 “Brothers in 85” tour pays tribute to the worldwide Brothers in Arms tour, with the band bringing fans the ultimate 1985 Dire Straits experience and all of those classic songs that you want to hear. Here comes Johnny singing oldies goldies… it’ll truly give you a shiver in the dark! Don’t miss it!

Black Rabbit Production + Pogo Events Presents

Sex Pistols Expose + SIX Little Fingers

The Sex Pistols Expose (formally the Sex Pistols Experience)
Approved by all members of the Sex Pistols, the 'Sex Pistols Exposé' are the worlds number 1 tribute which brings high expectancy where ever they perform, Branding the well known clobber with Johnny Rotten's snarling persona and Sid Vicious's gimmick, It will bring back the highly loved spirit of 77'. The fans will get the chance to experience what all the excitement was about.

Occasionally used for TV and film work the contentious quartet will be heard belting out classics like Pretty Vacant, God Save The Queen, Holidays In The Sun and Anarchy In The UK and a few extra's. With a plethora of witty stage banter and raw energy the Sex Pistols Exposé will have any crowd cheering for more!

SIX Little Fingers

Norfolk's only Stiff Little Fingers cover band will be blasting out the songs from the mighty SLF with the same passion they delivered them.

A DAZZLING CABARET CELEBRATING BURLESQUE, CIRCUS AND DRAG BY AWARD-WINNING ARTISTS

The Revolver Revue is a glamorous, dazzling extravaganza featuring top UK and International Circus, Cabaret and Burlesque acts. Produced by Chi Chi Revolver, born with sawdust in her veins and lifelong experience in the showbiz world, The Revolver Revue is guaranteed to knock your glittery socks off! A sell out every time, make sure you book your tickets far in advance to guarantee your seat to the hottest show in town.

Host and Stars To Be Confirmed Soon!

The MAGICAL Sound & Vision of Bowie; brought to life LIVE

Widely acclaimed as the best Bowie band in the UK, Aladdinsane has become a staple part of the yearly program at The Factory Live due to their unmatched resonance to the iconic David Bowie - an artist celebrated for his creativity, originality, fashion and of course that velvet voice.

Aladdinsane have payed homage to one of music’s greatest icons with their stunning live performances in venues and festivals across the UK for over 17 years. Led by frontman and lifelong fan Paul Henderson, who has an uncanny resemblance to the great icon himself earning national coverage for his similar voice and mannerisms, this is as close as you can get to the David Bowie live experience.

Armed with so many stunning songs from Bowie’s vast repertoire, enjoy hits such as Space Oddity, Changes, Ashes to Ashes, Heroes, Lets Dance, Jean Genie, Life On Mars and Starman performed live - the way they were designed to be heard.

Simulation Muse X Runaway Killers

Expect to hear the SUPERMASSIVE sounds of MUSE and THE KILLERS, in a high-energy night packed with their biggest smash hits! Regarded amongst many venues as one of the highest quality modern rock cover bands on the live entertainment circuit, they held their audiences with their renditions of some of the biggest hits of the last 20 years. Their attention to musical detail, high energy and passion kept people coming back for more.

An uncanny likeness to a certain two bands was soon apparent and in 2016 they began a double tribute to Muse and The Killers, ‘ProtoStereo’, playing festivals, theatres and venues all over the UK.

In 2019 The Runaway Killers and Simulation Muse came to fruition combining these two massive bands. Visually and instrumentally authentic, they offer the massive sounds of Muse and The Killers, bands that are known by audiences of all ages. Front man George Foster delivers not just rock style but backs it up with the highest quality vocal. High-energy, with a striking on-stage dynamic, they are one of the most sought-after tribute bands around today. Don’t miss out on this one!

A KICKASS TRIBUTE TO GRUNGE ICONS NIRVANA BY ONE OF THE UK’S MOST EXCITING HIGH-RISING BANDS

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.