Live Music in Bedfordshire

Open mics, pub sessions, and gigs where the sound engineer is someone's nephew. If it makes a noise and people clap, it's in here.

Live Music

Open Mic Night: July

Calling all local talents! Don't miss Luton's open mic night at the Hat

Thu 23 Jul20:00Lewsey Community Centre and Library

via Lewsey Community Centre and LibraryCurated

Live Music

Around £16

Jack-austin Despy Blues Band

Part of our series showcasing some of the finest young artists on the UK’s blues scene, Jack-Austin Despy, from Billericay in Essex is already being recognised as one of the UK’s brightest new blues talents. Jack began his musical journey at the age of six when he learned to play harp and at the age of thirteen he played guitar and sang at the Rory Gallagher Festival UK in Nantwich where he amazed the audience with his skills. Jack-Austin blends the virtuosity of Stevie Ray Vaughan with the passion of Rory Gallagher and the soul of BB King, while carving out his own unique identity on stage. Doors 7pm/ Music 8.30pm

Fri 24 Jul19:00Jazz Jam - Luton

via Jazz Jam - Luton

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Live Music

Around £16.50

David Kayode

Tomorrow’s Warriors presents…Saxophonist David Kayode’s commanding tenor sound blends Yoruba tradition, carnival energy and contemporary jazz into a distinctly London sound that moves bodies and evokes ancestral stories. Mentored by Gary Crosby OBE and Camilla George, David has already performed with the Gary Crosby Sextet in the acclaimed Mingus Moves series (coming up in August at The Bear), toured internationally with Moses Boyd, and collaborated with artists including Ni Maxine and Osibisa. Spring 2026 saw the release of his debut EP, Ade Kayode , that was instantly picked up by radio, including JazzFM, BBC3, and One Jazz. You need to be in the room for this one… Doors 7pm/ DJ set Niv Hammond / Music 8.30pm

Sat 25 Jul19:00Jazz Jam - Luton

via Jazz Jam - Luton

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Sunday Concert

Join us in Grove House Gardens for our Sunday Concerts. This year, alongside traditional brass bands, there will also be a variety of different styles and genres of music performed over the course of the programme.

Sun 26 Jul13:00Grove House Gardens

via Grove House Gardens

Live Music

Around £30

Nw Frqnc Ft. Selina Albright

NW FRQNC (pronounced New Frequency) is a new project combining elements of the Dutch funk/acid jazz band The Pact, Italy’s world-renowned saxophonist Gianni Vancini, and Selina Albright’s powerhouse vocals. Led by the charismatic Albright and backed by an awesome band, flavoured by uber-talented saxophonist Gianni Vancini, NW FRQNC conclude our series of Soulful Sundays in style. Doors 2pm / Music 3.30pm

Sun 26 Jul14:00Jazz Jam - Luton

via Jazz Jam - Luton

Live Music

Castle

Live Music by Mark Calder solo backing tracks and live bass Jazz covers

Sun 26 Jul19:00The Castle

via The CastleCurated

Live Music

Open Orchestra Summer School

Accessible music making for young disabled people

Mon 27 JulBedford Music Service

via Bedford Music ServiceLocal gem

Live Music

Jazz Band Practice

We found this gem on Beecroft Community Centre's website. Jazz Band Practice — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Wed 29 Jul20:00Beecroft Community Centre

via Beecroft Community Centre

Live Music

The Kooks Inside In / Inside Out 20 Year Anniversary London

20 years of The Kooks' Inside In / Inside Out and to celebrate, London had to be extra special. On July 31st the era-defining Indie band will perform at London's iconic Old Royal Naval College, UNESCO World Heritage Site - a unique chance to experience their anthemic live show in the grounds of one of the capital’s most spectacular settings. Imagine singing the timeless "Naive", "Seaside", "Ohh La" & "She Moves In Her Own Way" framed by the River Thames and London’s skyline. This will be pure magic. Luke Pritchard from The Kooks - "The Old Royal Naval College gig is going to be something else. I spent half my childhood running around Greenwich - my mum’s shop was literally a stone’s throw away. Those buildings, that riverside, it’s all tied up with my earliest memories of music and discovering who I wanted to be. To bring The Kooks back there now, to play in front of those iconic buildings where I used to daydream about being in a band feels surreal. See you there, can’t wait" Joining The Kooks are Britain's legendary Circa Waves, known for their nervy, melodic indie rock. We can't wait to hear "T-Shirt Weather" on the Thames! This date comes off the back of a sold out O2 Arena show for The Kooks and tickets will be in huge demand, for this 20 year celebration. Pre-sale tickets go live Feb 6th at 12pm GMT, exclusively to those who sign up. Sign up is essential. 18+

Fri 31 JulTofte Manor Event Parking

via Tofte Manor Event ParkingLocal gem

Live Music

Foster The People presents FTP (DJ Set)

One of the defining indie bands of the 2000s, Foster The People are taking to the controls of Village Underground on July 31st. Foster The People soundtracked the 2010s with their breakout debut album, Torches, which included the generational anthem "Pumped Up Kicks," earned the band three Grammy nominations, and was certified Diamond. Four studio albums later, Foster The People are multi-platinum and constantly evolving, bending genres into a sound characterised by their blend of addictive rhythms and melodic introspection. The indie giants are no strangers to the dance scene, now taking over the East London railway arches of Village Underground for a very special DJ set. Pre-sale tickets go live May 28th at 10am, exclusively to those who sign up.

Fri 31 JulTofte Manor Event Parking

via Tofte Manor Event ParkingLocal gem

Live Music

Foster The People presents FTP (DJ Set) - Village Underground

Foster The People presents FTP (DJ Set)

Fri 31 JulTofte Manor Event Parking

via Tofte Manor Event ParkingLocal gem

Live Music

Asa Martinson & The Outlet

Led by pianist, composer and arranger Asa Martinson, The Outlet play a unique blend of traditional jazz and modern afrobeat influences inspired by legends James Brown, Tony Allen, George Duke and Julian Joseph. Their journey has taken them to some of the UK’s most iconic stages— selling out Pizza Express Live (Dean Street), 91 Living Room and STEREO Covent Garden as well as playing Ronnie Scott’s, the 606 Club, and the Barbican but this will be their first time at The Bear Club. Asa’s experience with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, where he trains gifted school pupils, reinforced his belief in the power of cross-genre music. At this early point in his career Asa is already using his experience in the music industry to support his community. With a mix of vocal and instrumental tunes, aswell as high energy and interactive sets expect a night of unreleased gems and music from their debut EP scheduled for release in early 2026. The Outlet met through Julian Joseph Jazz Academy (JJJA) an extra curricular academy for young talented musicians across London. Asa’s mentor Julian Joesph OBE is one of top piants and educators in the UK . Their ability to captivate audiences with soulful melodies and intricate improvisations sets them apart as true masters of their craft. This performance is part of our Generation Jazz2.0 series of gigs, showcasing brilliant young jazz musicians across the summer and autumn of 2026.

Sat 1 Aug19:00Jazz Jam - Luton

via Jazz Jam - Luton

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Soul Sunday

Soul Sunday is happening at Biggleswade & District Conservative Club. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sun 2 AugBiggleswade & District Conservative Club

via Biggleswade & District Conservative ClubLocal gem

Live Music

Around £9

JAZZ JAM

Led by saxophonist Rob Mach, Jazz Jam welcomes musicians, vocalists, dancers, and music lovers who enjoy spending an afternoon listening to or creating great music, supported by DJ Mr Jazzy Vibes. Doors 1pm / Music 2pm

Sun 2 Aug13:00Jazz Jam - Luton

via Jazz Jam - Luton

Live Music

Castle

Live music by Nash & Mac singing acoustic mix of originals and covers

Sun 2 Aug19:00The Castle

via The CastleCurated

Live Music

Around £16

Paulie Boy Blues + Support (dois Padres)

We welcome the awesome blues guitar talent that is Paulie Boy Blues to The Bear Club for the first time. He brings the noise, the swagger and raw ability of someone carrying lightly the burden of blues rock tradition upon his shoulders. Comparisons with Hendrix are plain and obvious but too easy. Yes he plays with some of his panache and experimentation but in doing so he finds his own style. He bridges the space between classic blues and contemporary noise rock with total authenticity summoning the spirit of the past but taking the music forward into the future with a huge sense of conviction. Doors 7pm/ Music 8.30pm

Fri 7 Aug19:00Jazz Jam - Luton

via Jazz Jam - Luton

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Beats & Strings: Soul Renaissance | Music at The Place Bedford

Bob Paisley presents Beats & Strings: Soul Renaissance. Music at The Place Bedford

Fri 7 Aug20:30The Place Theatre

via The Place TheatreLocal gem

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