Christmas / Deathtraps / CHUB

If you're looking for a dose of high-energy punk rock this spring, mark your calendar for Friday, March 13, 2026. The Pipeline is hosting a night presented by 'An Alternative Gathering' featuring the German band Christmas. They are known for their fast, aggressive sound, which they themselves call 'Satanic Rock'. They pull influences from across the punk spectrum, citing glam punk acts like Trashcan Darlings, the street punk grit of Poison Idea, and the raw hardcore punch of Negative Approach. Their lyrics stick to classic subculture themes—sex, drugs, and skateboarding—so you know exactly what kind of atmosphere to expect.

Joining Christmas are two solid support acts. First up are Deathtraps, whose sound is described pretty vividly: "full throttle, turbocharged, foot to the floor rock’n’roll destruction played with wild abandon." That sounds like a perfect match for the headliner's intensity. Rounding out the bill is local Brighton talent, CHUB. They bring a dose of 'Party punk con infusión de metal' to the stage. While one early listing mentioned 'Shin Splints', the ticket sites confirm CHUB is the local act playing, so expect that metal-infused party vibe to kick things off.

This triple bill goes down at The Pipeline, located at 6 Little East Street. Doors open at 8:00 PM, with the music kicking off shortly after at 8:15 PM. If you plan ahead, advance tickets are available for £8.50 (which comes out to about £9.40 after the booking fee). If you decide last minute, tickets will be £10.00 at the door. Good news for younger fans: the event is listed as 'All ages', though anyone under 18 needs to be accompanied by an adult, which makes sense given the subject matter of the music. It looks set to be a loud, fast night of punk rock right here in the city.