Punchlove

If you have been keeping an eye on the local music scene, you might have noticed that the Brooklyn-based experimental band Punchlove is heading to Brighton this summer. They are scheduled to perform on June 12, 2026, at The Brunswick, located at 1 Holland Road in the Brighton/Hove area. The show is set to start at 19:00, which makes for a decent mid-week plan if you are looking to catch some live music.

For those unfamiliar with their sound, the band is composed of multi-instrumentalists Jillian Olesen, Ethan Williams, Joey Machina, and Ian Lange-McPherson, alongside visual artist Viz Wel. Their music is often described as a blend of what they call 'pain-pop' and a specific style of digitally stimulated neo-shoegaze. It is the kind of project that leans into experimental textures, which might appeal to you if you generally follow indie rock or shoegaze acts. It is interesting to see how these layers translate in a live setting, especially in a venue like The Brunswick, which tends to host a variety of touring acts.

Tickets for the evening are currently priced at £13.26. Given the band's background and their current European tour schedule, this performance is part of their wider run of dates. If you are planning to head down, it is worth noting the time and location details to ensure you get there for the start. It is a straightforward setup: a band with a distinct sonic identity playing a local venue on a Thursday evening. Whether you are already a fan of their discography or just curious about what the Brooklyn experimental scene is producing right now, the date is on the calendar for mid-June.