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The Sheffield culture guide written by in-the-know locals

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 – or streaming online from the city to the digital world.

Browse the What's On calendar for even more music events.

Sheffield Community Choir – Lift Your Voice

Sat. 26 October 2024

Crucible Theatre

One of the best known and most well-loved gospel choirs in Yorkshire, founded in 2013 by Janine Dyer. Prepare to be moved by their inspiring messages and unforgettable performance.

Bob Vylan

Thu. 31 October 2024

The Leadmill

Anyone who’s seen Bob Vylan and their ferocious brand of hip-hop and punk before knows how good this is gonna be. They visit the Leadmill for a very special show this Halloween.

Manchester Camerata present माया (Māyā)

Fri. 1 November 2024

Firth Hall

An orchestral exploration of fusing the sound of a western classical orchestra with carnatic song – widely considered to be the most ancient form of music from the Indian subcontinent.

Trust Fund

Fri. 8 November 2024

Upper Chapel, Norfolk Street, S1 2JD

Comic, heartwarming and heartbreaking tales set to delicate, lo-fi arrangements. To celebrate the release of his fifth album, Trust Fund (AKA Ellis Jones) will be playing a special show at the intimate Upper Chapel accompanied by a string section.

Emergence Collective – A Fusion of Birdsong and Music

Sat. 23 November 2024

Millennium Gallery

Emergence Collective build beautiful minimalist sound worlds that gradually evolve through improvised performance. This time, they'll be in musical dialogue with birdsong.

Confidence Man

Tue. 26 November 2024

The Octagon Centre

Devoted to having a good time, all the time, Confidence Man are the ultimate party band. The Australian group, fronted by sibling duo Janet Planet and Sugar Bones, create addictive dance anthems in the vein of Deee-Lite, Scissor Sisters and CSS.

Sounds of Now: Gritstone Turntables

Sat. 30 November 2024

Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse

Sheffield-based electronic musician Leafcutter John performs his new project GRIT in this double-bill concert from Music in the Round with experimental turntablist Graham Dunning.

The Sheffield Beatles Project: The White Album

Sat. 7 December 2024 — Sun. 8 December 2024

The Octagon Centre

A 30-piece band and orchestra made up of some of Sheffield’s finest musicians, paying homage to the Fab Four’s seminal back catalogue. Join them as they play The White Album in its entirety, with the additional option of an accessible show.

The Mary Wallopers

Thu. 20 March 2025

The Octagon Centre

A seven-piece band mixing the raw energy of punk rock with traditional Irish folk ballads to create something joyous, chaotic and irreverent. Their shows are often anarchic but also showcase the pure emotion of songs passed down the generations.

Classical Weekend

One big celebration of classical music. Bringing classical music to concert halls, gardens and public spaces across the city, every other year. Returning in 2025.