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Independent is a pub in Ashbrooke. Near Here currently lists at least 17 upcoming events, including Katie’s Craic House @ The Saltgrass, Euphony Festival ’26 and Social Youth Cult w/ Machiner & Holy Braille.

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Katie’s Craic House @ The Saltgrass

Sunderland’s craziest night of stand-up comedy! Featuring a mixed bag of comics bringing their best craic. Back outside in the (under-cover) terrace area of The Saltgrass for our Summer edition. Bring your sunglasses, grab a pint and come and taste some of the best craic in the North East.

Fri 24 Jul20:00Independent

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Euphony Festival ’26

Nic Promotions presents Round 4 of Euphony Fest – a celebration of original music, emerging talent, and the thriving independent music scene of the North East and beyond. Taking over Independent, Sunderland on Saturday 25th July 2026, Euphony Fest brings together an eclectic lineup of alternative, indie, punk, and rock artists for a full day … Continued

Sat 25 Jul14:00Independent

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Social Youth Cult w/ Machiner & Holy Braille

‘A night of dark music from across the North East, featuring everything from heavy post-punk to techno-like ‘harsh-wave’ to expansive, guitar driven ballads.’ Headlining the night are young post-punks Social Youth Cult, coming off of an array of sold-out shows and festival appearances across the country. The wildly unusual group from Newcastle-upon-Tyne have made quite … Continued

Fri 7 Aug20:00Independent

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Bogus

BOGUS are a four-piece band delivering high-energy indie rock with a fearless approach to genre. While rooted in indie, their sound draws inspiration from a wide range of styles, creating a set that’s both familiar and unpredictable.

Thu 20 Aug20:00Independent

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Spacecadetbloom

A Notion Live Events presentation: Spacecadetbloom at Independent. Spacecadetbloom are a Sunderland based shoegaze band. Their music is a shimmery blend of dreamy textures, heartfelt lyricism and fuzzy, grunge inspired sounds with relentless drumming and anthemic choruses. Their influences range from ethereal trailblazers like slowdive and cocteau twins to modern day bands like title flight and … Continued

Fri 21 Aug20:00Independent

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Spangled – JD x MVT Tour

This Feeling presents Spangled Independent. Venue, Disco, Drinking Den. We are Sunderland. On show days, ticket holders can enjoy 20% off food and drinks at local business’ Koji, Mexico 70, and The Ship Isis. We recommend booking the restaurants on weekends. Flat level parking is available directly opposite the venue, free after 3pm on weekdays … Continued

Fri 4 Sept20:00Independent

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CUD

Emerging from the same art/design cauldron that produced fellow Leeds legends Soft Cell, Scritti Politti, and TheMekons, CUD were the pre-Britpop answer to doleful shoegazing bands – fun-loving, light-hearted, romantic anddownright catchy. Alternatively loved or loathed like a yeast extract, CUD are indie rock for the unpretentious pleasure seeker,boasting as they do the rich deep-lunged … Continued

Sat 5 SeptIndependent

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Around £25.00

CUD

Emerging from the same art/design cauldron that produced fellow Leeds legends Soft Cell, Scritti Politti, and TheMekons, CUD were the pre-Britpop answer to doleful shoegazing bands – fun-loving, light-hearted, romantic anddownright catchy. Alternatively loved or loathed like a yeast extract, CUD are indie rock for the unpretentious pleasure seeker,boasting as they do the rich deep-lunged voice of Carl Puttnam, edgy guitars of Mike Dunphy and tight, funkyrhythm section of William Potter, bass and Gogs Byrn, drums. CUD were initially lauded for their quirky Peel session cover of ‘You Sexy Thing’ in 1987. They soon built up a hugelive following and buffed up their repertoire with a string of unstraight pop beauties, best exemplified by the 1990album ‘Leggy Mambo’. This led to a major-label deal with A&M in 1991, front-page NME coverage, massive selloutgigs and proper Top 30 hits, ‘Rich and Strange’ and ‘Purple Love Balloon’. Misunderstood by record companies and press, CUD packed away their guitars and sticks in 1995 but, bolstered bya greatest hits anthology (‘Rich and Strange’) in 2006, they agreed to tread the boards again, with a furtherreunion following in 2012 (now with original guitarist and key songwriter Mike Dunphy) and continue to find anarmy of ‘Space CUDets’ still eager to sing along, dance like fruitcakes and invade their stage. Independent. Venue, Disco, Drinking Den.

Sat 5 Sept19:00Independent

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CUD

Emerging from the same art/design cauldron that produced fellow Leeds legends Soft Cell, Scritti Politti, and TheMekons, CUD were the pre-Britpop answer to doleful shoegazing bands – fun-loving, light-hearted, romantic anddownright catchy. Alternatively loved or loathed like a yeast extract, CUD are indie rock for the unpretentious pleasure seeker,boasting as they do the rich deep-lunged … Continued

Sat 5 Sept20:00Independent

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Pork Pie live in Sunderland

PorkPie stand proudly at the heart of the UK’s modern ska revival, blending the fire of classic 2-Tone with their own unmistakable energy. Over the last three years the band have stepped firmly into their stride, releasing two full-length albums and an EP that have cemented their reputation as one of the most dynamic ska … Continued

Sat 12 SeptIndependent

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Around £23.00

Pork Pie live in Sunderland

PorkPie stand proudly at the heart of the UK’s modern ska revival, blending the fire of classic 2-Tone with their own unmistakable energy. Over the last three years the band have stepped firmly into their stride, releasing two full-length albums and an EP that have cemented their reputation as one of the most dynamic ska outfits on the circuit. Their self-titled EP ‘Skandemic’ marked a turning point for Porkpie, showcasing sharp songwriting, powerful brass arrangements, and the band’s signature ability to fuse social bite with irresistible rhythm. Building on that momentum, 2025 saw the release of their acclaimed second album ‘9 On the Tiles’, a record that broadened their sound while staying true to the ska roots that first inspired them. The album’s standout single ‘Bones’ became a breakout success and was picked up as a favourite by Craig Charles on BBC Radio 6 Music, earning the band new listeners across the UK and beyond. Known for their electric stage presence, polished musicianship, and a commitment to making every gig feel like a celebration, PorkPie continue to rise through the ska scene with confidence and flair.

Sat 12 Sept19:00Independent

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Pork Pie live in Sunderland

PorkPie stand proudly at the heart of the UK’s modern ska revival, blending the fire of classic 2-Tone with their own unmistakable energy. Over the last three years the band have stepped firmly into their stride, releasing two full-length albums and an EP that have cemented their reputation as one of the most dynamic ska … Continued

Sat 12 Sept20:00Independent

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Dead Wet Things presents Summers Ending Vol 2

DWT & Friends The only Sunderland show from ourselves this year as well as featuring some of our favourite acts from 2026: Easy Company Tearjerker Seizure Wool Nuisance To The Neighbours Independent. Venue, Disco, Drinking Den. We are Sunderland. On show days, ticket holders can enjoy 20% off food and drinks at local business’ Koji, … Continued

Fri 18 Sept20:00Independent

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Arkayla

SJM Concerts presents Arkayla Bursting onto the scene with a string of eclectic singles in 2024, Arkayla are gearing up for their biggest year yet. The Manchester four-piece, known for their own unique brand of harmony-laced indie rock, became sell out performers and tripled their Instagram following in just one month following the release of … Continued

Fri 25 SeptIndependent

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Arkayla

SJM Concerts presents Arkayla Bursting onto the scene with a string of eclectic singles in 2024, Arkayla are gearing up for their biggest year yet. The Manchester four-piece, known for their own unique brand of harmony-laced indie rock, became sell out performers and tripled their Instagram following in just one month following the release of their debut EP Ella Malone. According to Manchester legend Guy Garvey, they’ve been “Carrying the torch for everything great about Manchester’s rock scene”. Now joining The Lathums & The Sherlocks on their UK tours and with new music on the horizon, Arkayla continues to build momentum as one of the UK’s most exciting rising bands. Independent. Venue, Disco, Drinking Den. We are Sunderland. On show days, ticket holders can enjoy 20% off food and drinks at local business’ Koji, Mexico 70, and The Ship Isis. We recommend booking the restaurants on weekends. Flat level parking is available directly opposite the venue, free after 3pm on weekdays and after 6pm on Saturdays & Sundays. Sunderland train station is just a two-minute walk and the bus interchange is a five-minute walk. For more venue information: www.independentsunderland.com

Fri 25 Sept19:00Independent

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Arkayla

SJM Concerts presents Arkayla Bursting onto the scene with a string of eclectic singles in 2024, Arkayla are gearing up for their biggest year yet. The Manchester four-piece, known for their own unique brand of harmony-laced indie rock, became sell out performers and tripled their Instagram following in just one month following the release of … Continued

Fri 25 Sept20:00Independent

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Nu-Revolution Tour – Meteora & Evanesent

Nu-Era Productions presents a monumental night of nu-metal and emo classics, featuring a line-up of the UK’s top tribute acts that you won’t want to miss! Get ready for a full-on trip back in time as we bring you two brilliant bands: Meteora – Relive the monumental sound of Linkin Park as this powerhouse tribute … Continued

Sat 26 SeptIndependent

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