Rosie Brown Band + The Reed Conservation Society

If you are looking for plans in Brighton this summer, there is a concert coming up at the Komedia Studio on Saturday, 4 July 2026, that might be worth noting. The Rosie Brown Band is returning to the stage to mark 25 years since the release of their debut album, By the Blue. It is a bit of a milestone for them, and they are performing with their original five-piece lineup, which includes Rosie Brown on vocals and guitar, Bernd Rest on guitar and vocals, Simon Russell on bass and vocals, Paul May on drums, and Markus Marageter on keyboards. They are currently working on their fifth studio album, so this show is a chance to hear a mix of tracks from across their career.

Sharing the bill is The Reed Conservation Society, a band from Paris. Their set will feature Stéphane Auzenet and Mathieu Blanc, joined by their long-time rhythm section, Cédric Bermond and Nicolas Pain. Their sound is often described as a blend of folk and jazz, with influences that range from The Beatles and Belle & Sebastian to The Kinks and The Divine Comedy. It is an interesting pairing, given the different musical backgrounds of both groups.

The event takes place in the Komedia Studio, which is tucked away in the North Laine area. Doors open at 19:00, and it is a standing show. Regarding the logistics, tickets are priced at £16.00 for standard entry, with a concession rate of £11.00 available. The venue has a policy where those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and the event is open to anyone aged 14 and over. As a little extra, the venue offers a 20% discount on drinks during the first hour after doors open, though this excludes bottles of wine. It is a straightforward setup in an intimate space, which should make for a relaxed evening if you are into this kind of folk and alternative sound.