The Bug Club

If you’re looking ahead to June, The Bug Club are scheduled to play at Concorde 2 on Tuesday the 2nd. This trio from Caldicot—Sam Willmett, Tilly Harris, and Dan Matthew—bring a specific kind of energy to the stage, often described as a mix of humorous storytelling and riff-heavy indie rock. They’ve been playing together for a while now, earning a reputation as "three groovy peas in a far out pod" and picking up quite a bit of support from the likes of Marc Riley on BBC 6 Music. It’s the kind of music that feels very grounded in the everyday, which usually makes for a relaxed but high-energy live environment down by the seafront.

The Brighton date is particularly relevant because it serves as part of the launch for their upcoming album, Every Single Muscle. The record is set to be released on May 29th under the Sub Pop label, so the gig happens just a few days after the new songs officially land. You can expect the set to feature these new tracks alongside older material from EPs like Launching Moondream One and Pure Particles, or perhaps their debut single "We Don't Need Room For Lovin". It’s a good opportunity to see how their sound has evolved since signing with such a well-known label, especially if you’ve followed their transition from smaller Welsh venues to the UK-wide tour they’re currently on.

The evening is set to start at 19:30, and since it’s a mid-week show at Concorde 2, it’s a fairly straightforward plan for anyone living locally. Tickets are being sold through platforms like AXS and Data Thistle, so checking availability there is the best way to sort out entry. The venue on Madeira Drive is well-suited for this type of indie rock show, offering enough space for the riffs to breathe while keeping things intimate enough to catch the band's lyrical wit. If you appreciate guitar music that focuses on creative songwriting and a bit of personality, this date is a solid addition to the city's spring schedule.