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Celebrate Pride Month with These Trailblazing LGBTQ+ Artists

Posted on Monday 3rd June 2024 at 16:00

Jimi Arundell

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Jimi Arundell

Celebrate Pride Month with These Trailblazing LGBTQ+ Artists

Pride Month is upon us, and Gigantic Tickets is excited to join in celebrating the achievements of the LGBTQIA+ community. From musicians and comedians to dancers, visual artists and performers, these creative minds are not only breaking boundaries but also inspiring millions with their artistry and courage.

Join us as we honour the rich history, culture, and contributions from LGBTQIA+ people. Keep scrolling to see the wide variety of shows and events including members of the community. 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍🌈

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Soft Cell

See the synth-pop icons at Blenheim Palace this summer

Synth-pop pairing Marc Almond and David Ball formed Soft Cell in the late 70s and became a defining sound of the subsequent decade. The group have scored twelve top 40 hits, including "Torch", "Say Hello, Wave Goodbye", "What" and their No. 1 cover of "Tainted Love".

This summer sees Soft Cell play a UK-exclusive show at Blenheim Palace. Don’t miss out and book your tickets with Gigantic right now!

 

📆 Tour Dates:

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MIKA

The internationally celebrated popstar plays Warwick Castle

MIKA (AKA Michael Holbrook Penniman Jr.) sold more than 8.3 million copies worldwide of his 5x platinum debut album Life in Cartoon Motion. It contained his international hit single “Grace Kelly” which went to No. 1 in seven countries including the UK, leading to the BRIT Award for Best British Breakthrough Act and a Grammy nomination.

See MIKA take over Warwick Castle this summer. CLICK HERE for further details.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Sunday 7th July 2024: MIKA - Warwick Castle

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The Subways

The indie-rock trio are always an explosive live experience

The Subways energetic fusion of garage and indie-rock was first heard on their gold-selling debut album Young for Eternity which continued such riotous anthems as "Oh Yeah" and "Rock & Roll Queen". The group commands a dedicated following who sent their second record All or Nothing into the Top 20 whilst their latest LP Uncertain Joys broke the Indie Top 40.

📆 Tour Dates:

 

  •   Tuesday 8th October 2024: The Subways - The Crescent, York

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Soccer Mommy

The Nashville-based artist heads to Cambridge Junction 2

Indie-rock songwriter Sophia Allison is better known to the world as Soccer Mommy. In 2022, they dropped their third LP Sometimes, Forever which critics called her most ambitious album yet. Produced by Daniel Lopatin of Oneohtrix Point Never, her sophisticated style and dramatic lyrics saw her top the US Heatseekers chart.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Friday 5th July 2024: Soccer Mommy - Cambridge Junction 2

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girli

See the queer electropop star grace the stage in Heaven

Electropop phenomenon girli explores queer culture, sexuality, feminism and mental health issues in her music. Her ascent has continued with the release of her new second record Matriarchy in May, and you can see her playing Heaven on Thursday 20th June 2024 if you book tickets with Gigantic.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Thursday 20th June 2024: girli - Heaven, London

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Sprints

See the awesome breakthrough band play an autumn tour

Sprints are the band everyone is talking about. The Irish garage-punks have gotten off to a flying start with their first full-length record Letter to Self which was produced by Daniel Fox of noiseniks Gilla Band and smashed into the Top 20 in the UK and their homeland. Fresh from having smashed it at Bearded Theory, the band looks ahead to unmissable gigs in November.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Tuesday 12th November 2024: Sprints - The Marble Factory, Bristol
  •   Saturday 30th November 2024: Sprints - Rescue Rooms, Nottingham

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Walt Disco

Get ready to hear new record The Warping

Glasgow glam-pop collective Walt Disco have dazzled and delighted with a string of sassy singles, including “My Pop Sensibilities”, “Dancing Shoes Won’t Fix My Mind” and their latest offering “Come Undone”. The four-piece are now gearing up to release their next record The Warping as recently discussed in Rolling Stone. See them unveil the new material at shows in November.

 📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Wednesday 13th November 2024: Walt Disco - The Bodega, Nottingham
  •   Friday 15th November 2024: Walt Disco - Rough Trade Bristol
  •   Saturday 16th November 2024: Walt Disco - Dust, Brighton

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Pablo Brooks

The new talent you need to know

Pablo Brooks is the new star on the alt-pop scene. His playful yet heartfelt lyrics combined with upbeat beats and melodies have marked him out as one to watch in 2024 and beyond. Last month saw the release of his brand-new single “Never Really Over”, and you can see the essential breakthrough artist when you book tickets with Gigantic.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Saturday 9th November 2024: Pablo Brooks - Omeara, London
  •   Monday 11th November 2024: Pablo Brooks - The Deaf Institute, Manchester
  •   Tuesday 12th November 2024: Pablo Brooks - The Poetry Club, SWG3 Glasgow
  •   Wednesday 13th November 2024: Pablo Brooks - The Louisiana, Bristol

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Dream Wife

The riot-grrrl inspired three-piece are on tour in October

Punk-rock trio Dream Wife formed in Brighton in 2016 and quickly caught the attention of critics for their ferocious sound and wild onstage antics. Their second record So When You Gonna... broke the Top 20 thanks to singles "Sports!" and “Hasta la Vista".

The three-piece have recently dropped a cover of t.A.T.u's 2002 hit single, "All The Things She Said" and play headline shows in October.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Thursday 24th October 2024: Dream Wife - Revenge, Brighton
  •   Friday 25th October 2024: Dream Wife - The Corn Exchange, Newport
  •   Thursday 31st October 2024: Dream Wife - Underworld, London

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Cat Burns

The future sound of indie-pop

Indie-pop singer-songwriter and multi-BRIT Award nominee Cat Burns has become a viral sensation thanks to her single "Go". This year sees the release of her debut album Early Twenties which she shows off with an autumn tour. Don’t miss out on seeing this rising star and book tickets with Gigantic right now!

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Sunday 13th October 2024: Cat Burns - O2 Academy Birmingham
  •   Monday 14th October 2024: Cat Burns - O2 Academy Bristol
  •   Tuesday 15th October 2024: Cat Burns - O2 Academy Glasgow
  •   Thursday 17th October 2024: Cat Burns - Academy, Manchester
  •   Friday 18th October 2024: Cat Burns - Roundhouse, London

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Bikini Kill

The original riot grrrls are back!

Led by the indomitable Kathleen Hanna, Bikini Kill burst out of Olympia, Washington at the start of the 90s. Their fusion of abrasive DIY punk-rock and challenging feminist lyrics as heard on the albums Pussy Whipped and Reject All American kickstarted the riot-grrrl movement.

Following the reissue of their records, Bikini Kill are back on the road and playing UK shows.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Wednesday 12th June 2024: Bikini Kill - Roundhouse, London
  •   Thursday 13th June 2024: Bikini Kill - O2 Academy Leeds

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Delilah Bon

See her rock-rap shows in 2024

Barnsley-born rapper and singer Delilah Bon (AKA Lauren Tate) is the lead singer of the grunge band Hands Off Gretel. She released her eponymous solo debut album in 2021 on her very own Trash Queen Records label and was shortlisted for Best UK Breakthrough Artist at the Heavy Music Awards 2023.

This year has seen the release of her Maverick EP which she follows up with an autumn tour. Tickets are now on sale with Gigantic.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Thursday 31st October 2024: Delilah Bon - Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff
  •   Saturday 2nd November 2024: Delilah Bon - Komedia Brighton
  •   Sunday 3rd November 2024: Delilah Bon - Waterfront Studio, Norwich
  •   Friday 8th November 2024: Delilah Bon - Exchange, Bristol
  •   Saturday 16th November 2024: Delilah Bon - Cathouse Rock Club, Glasgow

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Ezra Furman

The Doing What She Wants tour heads to Union Chapel

Art-pop singer-songwriter Ezra Furman tackles the big issues, exploring themes of identity, sexuality, oppression and anxiety. Furman was the leader of the now-discontinued group Ezra Furman and the Harpoons and contributed to the soundtrack of the hit Netflix series Sex Education.

Catch Ezra Furman playing two special shows at the magnificent Union Chapel. Tickets are on sale with Gigantic right now!

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Tuesday 16th July 2024: Ezra Furman - Union Chapel, London
  •   Wednesday 17th July 2024: Ezra Furman - Union Chapel, London

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Bambie Thug

The Eurovision Song contestant has announced a UK tour

Bambie Thug (AKA Bambie Ray Robinson) is the pioneer of their unique ouija-pop sound. Following their appearance at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 where they represented Ireland with the song "Doomsday Blue", they now head to the UK for a tour which sees them play dates in Brighton, Manchester and London.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Friday 30th August 2024: Bambie Thug - Chalk, Brighton
  •   Tuesday 3rd September 2024: Bambie Thug - Gorilla, Manchester
  •   Thursday 5th September 2024: Bambie Thug - Heaven, London

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Hurray For The Riff Raff

The critically acclaimed folk band play showcase gigs for new album The Past Is Still Alive. 

New Orleans folk outfit Hurray For The Riff Raff is led by singer-songwriter Alynda Segarra from The Bronx. The group’s debut album Life on Earth was named Album of the Week by Stereogum in 2022. They head to the UK to play headline shows in support of their new sophomore record The Past Is Still Alive.

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Tom Robinson Band

The LGBTQIA+ activist and stalwart punk-rocker hits the road once again

Punk-rock veteran Tom Robinson formed the Tom Robinson Band amidst the political turmoil and social strife of the late 70s. They are best known for their hit singles “2-4-6-8 Motorway” and "Glad to Be Gay" which broke the Top 20 despite an airwave ban by BBC Radio 1.

See Tom Robinson Band revisit the classic firebrand albums Power In The Darkness and TRB TWO later this year.

📆 Tour Dates:

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Sarah Keyworth

The popular comedian adds an extra headline date

Stand-up comedian Sarah Keyworth was shortlisted for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards in 2018. They have since appeared on such major TV shows as Roast Battle, The Now Show, The Dog Ate My Homework, Mock the Week and 8 Out of 10 Cats.

Keyworth is about to tour their joyous new show about family. Due to popular demand, they have just announced an extra date at The Leadmill in 2025.

📆 Tour Dates:

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Hannah Gadsby

The celebrated comic takes over The London Palladium

Hannah Gadsby is a lauded Tasmanian comedian, writer, and actor. They rose to the fore after winning the Raw Comedy competition, also taking home a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special and a Peabody Award for their live Netflix show Nanette. Their illustrious career has also seen them win the Edinburgh Comedy Award and an Emmy.

Hannah Gadsby - Woof! sees the star come to terms with being thrust into the limelight. Catch them making three performances at The London Palladium.

📆 Tour Dates:

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Sofie Hagen

See her new stand-up and storytelling show in Sheffield

Danish comedian Sofie Hagen is also an author, fashion designer and fat acceptance campaigner. Hagen has won the Laughing Horse New Act 2013 plus the Chortle Best Newcomer Award and the Fosters' Best Newcomer Award in the following years. She created the Secret Dinosaur Cult podcast with Jodie Mitchell and co-hosts the true-crime podcast on BBC Radio 4 Bad People..

Following the release of her book Will I Ever Have Sex Again?, Hagen will perform her brand-new stand-up show at The Leadmill this summer.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Tuesday 4th June 2024: Sofie Hagen - The Leadmill, Sheffield

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Choriza May

Catch her show featuring dazzling costumes, breathtaking lip-syncs and big drag energy in October

Spanish-British drag performer Choriza May was a finalist on Drag Idol Newcastle before competing in the third series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK. She has now been appointed to the judges panel for Drag Idol UK and appeared as a guest judge on the second season of Drag Race España.

Choriza May is also an electropop star, releasing such cheeky singles as "My Pussy is Like a Peach", "Feeling Fruity" and "Party In Hell". She hits the road in September for The Choriza May Show.

📆 Tour Dates:

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Myra Dubois

Self-described as “Rotherham's finest export since Paul Sha.”

Stand-up comic and drag act Myra Dubois was a semi-finalist on Britain's Got Talent in 2020. She has also appeared on The John Bishop Show, the musical comedy-drama Everybody's Talking About Jamie and been a contestant on The Weakest Link and Richard Osman's House of Games.

Following her appearance in the Dragatha Christie murder-mystery play Death Drop at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, she presents her very own show at The Leadmill, Sheffield.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Tuesday 1st October 2024: Myra Dubois - The Leadmill, Sheffield

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Gloria Groove

The Brazilian star plays an unmissable London show

Brazilian rapper, songwriter and drag queen Gloria Groove first rose to fame on the cheeky TV show Amor e Sexo. Their music career has seen the release of popular singles "Dona" and "Império", plus the albums O Proceder and Lady Leste.

📆 Tour Dates:

  •   Tuesday 9th July 2024: Gloria Groove - Electric Ballroom, London

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