Mötley Crüde: Mötley Crüe Tribute

If you're looking at your calendar for the summer, there's a specific Saturday night in July that might catch your eye if you have a soft spot for 80s rock. On 4 July 2026, the venue Dust on East Street is hosting Mötley Crüde, a group that has spent years touring as a tribute to Mötley Crüe. They are bringing their "The Dirt Tour 2026" to Brighton, which is essentially a two-hour deep dive into the glam metal era that defined the sunset strip. It’s a Saturday evening show, so it slots in quite naturally if you’re already planning to be around the city centre or grabbing food nearby before the music starts.

What sets this particular tribute apart is the level of detail they put into the production. Rather than just playing a generic greatest hits set, they focus on the specific sound and aesthetic of the 1980s. This means the setlist is heavily weighted towards albums like Shout at the Devil and Dr. Feelgood. To get the sound right, they use vintage musical equipment from that era, paired with costumes that recreate the look of the original band during their peak years. It’s a very specific type of nostalgia, focusing on musical precision and the visual theatricality that people associate with that period of rock history.

For those who want to know the practical side of things, the event takes place at Dust Brighton, located at 77 East Street (BN1 1NF). The doors are set to open at 19:00, with the performance concluding around 22:00, which is handy if you're relying on trains or planning to head elsewhere afterwards. While the specific ticket price for the Brighton show is currently listed as "To Be Confirmed," looking at their other tour dates provides a helpful benchmark; most venues are charging £21.50 plus the usual booking fees. It’s also worth noting the age policy; while Dust hasn't posted the specific restriction for this night yet, other stops on this tour are 14+ as long as an adult is present, so that's a likely scenario for this show too.