Topette!! - Tazon Album Launch Tour

If you have been following the folk scene lately, you might have noticed that Topette!! is back on the road. They are currently touring the UK to celebrate the release of their fifth album, Tazon, which came out on 21 April 2026. It is a bit of a shift for them, and they are bringing that new material to Brighton on 4 June 2026. The band is known for their acoustic dance music, which often leans into the balfolk style—a type of French dance music that is quite popular in these circles—though it is just as enjoyable if you prefer to sit back and listen.

The concert is happening at The Brunswick, located at 1 Holland Road, Hove, BN3 1JF. Doors are scheduled to open at 19:30. It is worth noting that the venue has a policy restricting entry to those over 18, so keep that in mind if you are planning to go. As for the logistics, tickets are priced at £18 for standard advance entry, while concession tickets are available for £9. Prices can sometimes fluctuate, so it is usually safer to check the venue's specific booking page before you head out.

One interesting detail about this tour is the lineup. The band is an Anglo-French collective, and there has been some variation in the members listed across different sources. The Brunswick’s event page mentions Laurence Hunt on percussion, while the band’s official website lists Tania Buisse on bodhrán. Regardless of that specific percussion role, the core group remains consistent with Andy Cutting on accordion and melodeon, James Delarre on violin and viola, Julien Cartonnet on bagpipes and banjo, and Barn Stradling on acoustic bass. It is a solid group of musicians, and seeing them in a space like The Brunswick usually makes for a fairly intimate evening.