Phil Hartnoll (Orbital)

If you have been keeping an eye on the local music calendar for late summer, you might have noticed that Phil Hartnoll is scheduled to play at the Black Lion in Brighton on 8 August 2026. It is a bit of a specific booking for the venue, given that the Black Lion is usually known for its mix of live music and sports screenings, and it sits right in the heart of Brighton. Interestingly, while the venue is firmly in Brighton, some of the promotional material floating around mentions him arriving in South London, which is a bit of a geographical quirk to keep in mind if you are planning your travel.

For those who follow electronic music, Hartnoll is one half of Orbital, so seeing him in a smaller, more intimate setting like the Black Lion is a different experience compared to the larger festival stages he is often associated with. The venue itself has a pretty varied schedule, with things like 'Forbidden Nights' and silver ring making workshops popping up around the same time, so it is clearly a space that tries to cater to a wide range of interests.

At the moment, there is not much detail on the specifics of the show, such as whether it will be a DJ set or a live performance, nor is there any information regarding ticket prices or age restrictions. Since the Black Lion hosts such a diverse array of events, it is probably worth checking their official channels closer to the date if you are planning to head down. It is one of those events where the atmosphere will likely depend heavily on the crowd that turns up on the night, but it is certainly a notable addition to the local listings for August.