Flip Top Head

Brighton’s music scene has a new date on the calendar for this month. On 14 March 2026, the St Augustine’s Centre on Stanford Avenue is hosting a performance by the seven-piece band Flip Top Head. It is a space that often sees a variety of local cultural events, and this time it will be dedicated to the group’s specific sound. The doors open at 19:00, and the event is scheduled to run until 23:00, giving plenty of time to settle into the venue and experience the performance in full.

The band itself is quite a large ensemble, consisting of Bowie Bartlett, Alfie Beer, Bertie Beer, Marie Freiss, Harry Giles, Harrison Spooner, and Ollie White. Their music is often described as a blend of orchestral post-rock, shoegaze soundscapes, and post-punk, with noticeable jazz influences woven throughout. If you are familiar with the sounds of artists like Black Country, New Road, Cocteau Twins, or Tindersticks, you might find their approach to composition interesting. It is a project that leans into these textures, creating a specific atmosphere that reflects their collective background in the local area. The way they layer these different genres suggests a focus on the technical side of their arrangements, which should translate well to the acoustics of the St Augustine’s Centre.

For those planning to attend, tickets are currently priced at £12.65. You can secure your entry through the AXS platform. Given the nature of the venue and the band’s following, it is a straightforward setup for a Friday night out in Brighton. Whether you are already a fan of their work or just looking to see what the local scene is producing at the moment, the event provides a clear opportunity to hear their material live in a setting that fits their style. It is a chance to see how these seven musicians manage their sound in a live environment, especially considering the range of instruments and influences they bring to the stage.