Crocodiles

If you’re looking for plans this July, Crocodiles are heading to Brighton. They’ll be playing at The Hope & Ruin on 15 July 2026. It’s part of their current tour supporting their latest album, 'Upside Down In Heaven'. For those who haven't caught them before, the band was formed back in 2008 by Brandon Welchez and Charles Rowell in San Diego. Over the years, they’ve developed a distinct noise pop and indie pop sound that frequently draws comparisons to bands like The Jesus and Mary Chain. It’s interesting to see how they’ve maintained that specific garage rock aesthetic throughout their discography, and this tour is a continuation of that work.

The show is scheduled to start at 19:30. If you’re planning to head down to the venue at 10-12 Queens Road, BN1 3WA, you’ll also be able to catch Francis Pig, who is confirmed as the support act for the evening. Tickets for the night are currently priced between £15.00 and £16.38. It’s a fairly standard setup for a gig at The Hope & Ruin, which is a familiar spot for anyone who frequents the local live music scene in Brighton.

Given their background, the evening is likely to appeal to those who follow the indie rock and garage rock circuits. It’s a straightforward event—just the band, the support, and the venue. If you’ve been listening to their recent material or have followed their trajectory since they started out nearly two decades ago, this is an opportunity to see them perform in a smaller, more intimate setting. It’s a good chance to see how the new tracks translate live, especially in a venue like this one, which tends to keep things quite close and personal between the performers and the audience.