It’s probably to be expected that the House of All sound a bit like The Fall (in so much as any band can really sound like The Fall). But if any band has a right to, it’s this bunch. The group contains five hall-of-fame members of The Fall.
Music picks
Make some dates with excellent bands and artists, with a hand from our Tom's picks of the gigs coming soon in Sheffield.
Browse the What's On calendar for even more music events.
Jalen Ngonda
Mon. 27 April 2026
The Octagon Centre
With a voice that feels lifted straight from soul’s golden age, Jalen Ngonda blends classic and contemporary influences to create timeless, life-affirming music. He's received attention from fellow artists like Snoop Dogg, Olivia Dean and Elton John.
Unherd Jam Night
Multiple dates
Mary St Live, 95 Mary Street, S1 4RT
A new multi-genre music jam night in Sheffield city centre.
Hidden Track
Multiple dates
The Beaten Track, 44–46 Campo Lane, S1 2DE
A free monthly contemporary classical music night. Half programmed performances, followed by a jam for both experienced and new improvisers alike.
W.I.T.C.H
Wed. 6 May 2026
Sidney & Matilda
W.I.T.C.H (We Intend To Cause Havoc) were Zambia’s biggest band of the 70s and pioneers of Zamrock – a fusion of African rhythms, psychedelic rock and influences from The Rolling Stones to James Brown. Their live shows are legendary – don't miss out!
Wild Traditions
Multiple dates
The Gathering Ground, Hillsborough Park, S6 4HD
Soundpost's monthly concert, tunes and singing sessions. Launching with acoustic and slide guitar player Martin Simpson, followed by queer folk.
Get Together
Sat. 16 May 2026
Kelham Island
A joyous one-day festival of independent music, taking over warehouses, breweries and bars of Kelham Island and Neepsend. Save the date and come back soon for details of the Get Together 2026 lineup and tickets.
Sheffield Chamber Music Festival
Fri. 15 May 2026 — Sat. 23 May 2026
Playhouse
Nine days of intimate and inviting classical music performances for all ages. The 2026 event includes a performance of collaborative work by Morton Feldman and Samuel Beckett, an opera for children, a day of music and walking in the Peaks, and more.
The Loft
Thu. 28 May 2026
The Greystones
The Loft's jangling folk-rock textures, chiming guitars and wry vocals became the blueprint for the mid-80s indie pop sound – before the band's infamous on-stage split. 40 years later, they released their long awaited debut album.
Too Damn Loud Festival
Sat. 30 May 2026
Sidney & Matilda
A celebration of music, love and mutual support within the music scene. Bringing together bands and artists from a range of genres, through creativity and community.
Jim Ghedi
Fri. 26 June 2026
Sidney & Matilda
Renowned for his intricate guitar work and atmospheric songwriting – drawing on history, the natural world and social observation – Ghedi's work feels both ancient and immediate. Set to release his first soundtrack, for A24’s The Death of Robin Hood.
Higher Fields Festival
Sat. 27 June 2026
S2
An outdoor grassroots music festival, new for summer 2026. Bringing together DIY musicians, crews and communities from South Yorks and beyond – including Gut Level, Hatch, Groundwork and Grub Records and more. Followed by an afterparty at Steamworks.
Spooky Men's Chorale
Tue. 30 June 2026
Firth Hall
A truly original ensemble, toeing the line between haunting beauty and abstract silliness. The choir performing Georgian polyphonic works, offbeat covers of contemporary pop songs and originals (including ‘Don’t Stand Between a Man and His Tool’).
Float Along Festival
Sat. 26 September 2026
Float Along music festival returns to Sheffield city centre to do it all again for the fifth year running. Come back soon for lineup and venue details for 2026.
No Bounds
Fri. 9 October 2026 — Sun. 11 October 2026
A weekend of bleeps, beats and sweaty grins – bringing together music, visual art and technology. Come back soon for details of No Bounds 2026 – earlybird tickets on sale now.
Classical Weekend
Fri. 12 March 2027 — Sun. 14 March 2027
Classical Weekend returns in 2027. The biennial festival is one big celebration of classical music – in all manner of forms, in all kinds of places.