Just because the summer hols are nearly over doesn’t mean the fun has to be! We’ve rounded up a few last minute late August gigs to stick in the diary to ward off the back to school, uni and work blues. Grab a pal and hit the dancefloor...
THE SKATALITES
Where? Think Tank?
When? August 21, 7.30pm
Jamaica is coming to Newcastle in the form of the Skatalites, the iconic troupe of Ska musicians. Founded in 1963 and reforming 20 years later, the band haven’t stopped touring since. Over 16 studio albums and gigs supporting megastars like Bob Marley and Toots and the Maytals prove this band are simply unmissable. Catch the gig and see original founding members Doreen Shaffer and Lester Sterling.
£22, www.thinktanknewcastle.com
PSYMATIC III
Where? The Globe
When? August 25, 10pm
Newcastle techno fans – if you haven’t heard of this night at Jazz Coop, where have you been? Lock into some hypnotic beats from the Toon’s finest DJs and dance till the early hours to bass and techno. Get some diffraction glasses on for a truly mind altering experience and enjoy the eclectic decorations and tunes as the night gets going. This is a gig with a difference for gig lovers who want to get fully immersed in the music.
£5, www.jazz.coop
OK COMPUTER LIVE PERFORMANCE
Where? The Cluny
When? August 26, 8pm
It’s the 20th anniversary of Radiohead’s iconic album (feel old yet?) and what better way to celebrate than by gathering the most talented fans of band in the North East and having them play the album in the chilled out, cool setting of The Cluny? We can’t wait to see what these music maestros come up with, but however they interpret the album, it’s guaranteed to knock your socks off.
£5.50, www.thecluny.com
THE VASELINES
Where? The Cluny
When? August 27, 7.30pm
Grunge icon Kurt Kobain called them his favourite songwriters in the whole world, and who are we the argue? This dynamic duo are now 30 years into making music together and showing no signs of slowing down. Appearing together for the first time in years, they’ll be playing the classics that Nirvana covered back in the day, alongside an exciting new album. You heard it here first!
£18, www.thecluny.com
MAC DEMARCO
Where? O2 Newcastle
When? August 29, 7pm.
This crooning Canadian is in the midst of his biggest UK tour to date, and its Newcastle’s turn to be wowed by his performance of his latest studio album, This Old Dog Set. The multi-instrumentalist is due to put on a show to remember in the electric atmosphere of Newcastle’s O2 Academy. Get those tickets ordered and head on down for some end of summer magic.
£20.35, www.academymusicgroup.com
