What we’re about
Gig buddies was set up in early 2012 (thanks Nicola!) and has grown into one of the biggest and most active Brighton meetup groups.
Brighton is a fantastic place to see live music. We’ve got the venues, promoters, bands and festivals that make it special, but it can be frustrating if you’ve not got friends who want to go to the same gigs as you, and who can come out whenever you want them to. You might be new to Brighton, or your friends have “settled down” and stopped going out so much, or maybe you’ve come out of the other side of settling down yourself. Gig buddies is about getting the most out of the Brighton live music scene and meeting new friendly people while doing it.
It’s important that the group keeps the social side of things at its core, rather than it just being a gig listing site, so each meetup has an organiser who will make the arrangements for when and where to meet. For more details of how it works see our about page.
New people are always very welcome – get involved!
(You may have heard of the other Gig Buddies group in Brighton – the project run by the Stay Up Late charity. They match volunteers with people who have learning difficulties, to go to gigs together. We’re not connected to them, but you should have a look at their website and consider volunteering.)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- The OriellesKomedia Brighton, Brighton
I first came across the Orielles in the corner of the Hope and Ruin's ground floor, playing a free gig when they may not have been able to legally buy a drink. Since then, they've blossomed into playing psychedelic pop, exotic disco and, as of the last album, lush, electronica-brushed experimentation.
I have no idea what the next one will sound like but this might be a sneak peek. This Komedia show is part of a mini-tour across the south of the country and probably the smallest room you'll see them in for a while. It also means tickets will go quickly, so make sure to get in fast. You can get them here: https://dice.fm/event/933b7-the-orielles-6th-may-komedia-studio-brighton-tickets?cid1=154426024&cid2=41765325&pid=f5e6ac52
Oh yeah, videos!
Orielles 2017: The Orielles - Sugar Tastes Like Salt (youtube.com)
Orielles 2020: The Orielles - Come Down On Jupiter (youtube.com)
Orielles 2022: The Orielles - The Room (youtube.com)
Anyway, doors open at 7.30pm so we can meet in the Heart in Hand for a pre-drink at 7 and head in at 8pm.
- Camera Obscura - ConcordeConcorde 2, Brighton
Much-loved Scottish indie-pop, back after 10 years!
I'm very pleased to see this lot touring again. I imagine it will sell out before too long, as I'm assuming others are also excited about this one!
TIckets from AEG
Or through Concorde websiteHere's the "big hit", French Navy.
And Lloyd, I'm ready to be heartbroken.