Humdrum

If you are looking for something a bit different to do on a Wednesday evening, Humdrum are playing at The Rossi Bar on July 22nd, 2026. It is one of those shows that feels like a good fit for the venue, given the band's approach to their sound. They are a five-piece group that tends to blend experimental rock with jazz rhythms and a bit of poetic surrealism. They describe their own style as a mix of jagged rhythms and melodies that lean into what they call 'polished chaos' and 'deliberate imperfectionism'. It sounds like the kind of set where the music evolves quite a bit while they are playing, focusing on emotional honesty rather than just sticking to a rigid structure.

They are using this date to present their upcoming five-track EP, so you can expect to hear that new material live. If you are curious about where they are coming from musically, they have mentioned influences like Bjork, Portishead, Duster, Stereolab, and Youth Lagoon, which gives you a decent idea of the sonic territory they are exploring. It is a specific sound, but if you are into the local Brighton independent scene or generally follow post-rock and experimental music, it might be worth checking out.

The night is rounded out by two support acts. First up is Batmilk, a local Brighton band that works with a blend of slowcore and alt-rock, often focusing on atmospheric soundscapes. They are joined by Sonne, a five-piece band formed in 2021 that brings a mix of post-rock, post-punk, and Krautrock into the mix, with a focus on danceable rhythms. The show starts at 19:30, and tickets are generally around £5.00, though it is always worth keeping an eye on that as things can change. It is a straightforward lineup for a mid-week gig, and it should be an interesting evening if you are in the mood for something that leans into the experimental side of things.