Criminal Damage: Jingle My Balls

On Sunday, 13th December, The Prince Albert on Trafalgar Street is hosting an afternoon session they've titled 'Jingle My Balls'. It’s a bit of a departure from the usual evening gigs, with doors opening at 13:15 and the music starting shortly after at 13:30. The event is centered around a specific corner of the punk scene, focusing on UK82, Oi, and street punk. Given the location right next to Brighton station, it’s a straightforward spot for a daytime show that wraps up early enough for a Sunday, catering to those who follow the local punk and hardcore scene but perhaps prefer an earlier start.

The lineup features four bands, led by the recently reformed local act Criminal Damage. They play a style of punk and Oi that’s been part of Brighton’s musical fabric for a while. For those interested in the history of the name, it also links back to a post-punk record label from the 1980s that handled releases for bands like The Membranes. They are joined by Face Up, a hardcore punk group that formed in 2016 and hails from the Coventry and Birmingham area. Also on the bill is Not The Face, who lean into a more melodic street punk sound with some ska elements and strong vocals, and City Riot, an OI-Core band making the trip over from the Netherlands.

Regarding the practical side of things, tickets are generally listed at £12.00, whether you pick them up in advance or at the door. Some official guides have the price at £13.00, and if you’re booking through certain ticket sites, the total comes to £13.20 once the management fees are included. The atmosphere is likely to reflect the genres on display—punk, Oi, and skinhead culture—so it’s a specific vibe for a Sunday afternoon in the North Laine. It’s a chance to see a mix of local mainstays and visiting bands in a familiar setting without the usual late-night commitment of a weekend gig.