Dom Joly is best known as the creator of Trigger Happy TV. And now the writer and broadcaster is undertaking his first UK tour since 2011, giving fans a rare opportunity to see him live. Dom will be talking about his exploits as a serial globe-trotting and seeker of dangerous travel spots.
Announcements
Crow Black Chicken + Doghouse Derelicts
Think Gov’t Mule meets Skynyrd and Zepp. Hard rock, blues and folk and, well, some pretty awesome facial hair.
Cancelled – Crescent Community Disco: Boxing Day Special w/ Indigo Front Bar
‘We’re very sorry to say that due to staff illness and availability we are going to have to cancel the Disco tonight. Anyone who has bought a ticket will be emailed and refunded soon. In the meantime we hope you all had a lovely Christmas!’
Kris Drever w/ special guest Rachel Baiman – *AT THE NCEM, YORK*
On the heels of their respective new solo albums, Scottish folk star Kris Drever (LAU), and Nashville-based Americana artist Rachel Baiman present a joint tour of the UK and Scotland in the Spring of 2022, featuring solo sets from each as well as unique collaborations drawing on their respective original material.
Tom Robinson Band + TV Smith (solo)
Legendary punk and BBC 6 Music presenter Tom Robinson brings his band back to The Crescent in September.
Pennine Suite, Pavilion, Trueman & The Indoor League + Honeytrap
Four of York’s best young bands hit The Crescent (not quite) in time for Christmas.
Thanks to Sam & Izzy for the artwork image!
Burning Duck Comedy – Jonny & The Baptists: Dance Like It Never Happened
Jonny & the Baptists – real names Jonny Donahoe & Paddy Gervers – have rapidly become one of the UK’s hottest live musical comedy acts.
John Francis Flynn + Rowan Evans
John Francis Flynn is a singer and multi-instrumentalist whose work centres around traditional and folk material from Ireland.
Fresh from an exhilarating sold-out show at Whelans in Dublin and a double award-winning appearance at the 2021 RTE Folk Awards, John Francis Flynn returns to the UK for a more extensive tour after popping over briefly in 2021 to celebrate the release of his debut album.
DIY Class Of 2022 Tour w/ Yard Act, English Teacher + Low Hummer – *SOLD OUT*
Bringing together three hot new bands in Yorkshire, The DIY Class Of 2022 Tour reaches The Crescent on January 16th.
Tickets on sale now, be quick!
Stephen Fretwell, Later Youth + Laurie Armitt
Ivor Novello Award nominated singer-songwriter Stephen Fretwell returned this year with a new Dan Carey (Speedy Wunderground) produced new album, his first for 14 years.