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Rock N Roll Circus  will run from Thursday 27 August to Sunday 30 August at the South Yorkshire city’s Don Valley Bowl. The Kooks will headline the opening day (Thursday), while Friday will see The Streets headline. Wunderhorse will headline on Saturday before Richard Ashcroft is set to close the event on Sunday.

London-based rock set, Babyshambles are now set to join the lineup, another on the set of the band’s recent reunion which began in November 2025. August’s showing will mark lead vocalist, Pete Doherty’s, return to the Rock N Roll Circus. Doherty joined The Libertines at the festivals 2022 Newcastle debut. NME shared a quote from Doherty, “There’s something about Rock N Roll Circus that sticks with you. t’s not just the music, it’s the whole world they build around it. We’ve had some brilliant moments there before, so bringing Babyshambles into that tent feels like coming back to something special.” The band also recently released a 20^th anniversary edition of their album, ‘Down in Albion’  which included remasters versions of the original tracks as well as B-sides, rarities and session tracks. Babyshambles will play the Don Valley Bowl on Friday 28 August.

Rock N Roll Circus remains committed to showcasing up-and-coming talent.  On the bill is highly buzzed about Dublin-based punk-rock band, Gurriers. A critic said, in a October 2025 review of the band’s gig at the Barrowland Ballroom, “their unique, bass-filled sound drives their music and makes for some insanely passionate live performances and an immensely enjoyable gig-going experience.”

Other emerging acts on the line up include Cruz Beckham and his band The Breakers, London-based indie set Spanish Horses, indie band The Clause comprised of three childhood friends from the West Midlands, and many more acts.

But Sheffield’s festival will also honor a wide range of legacy acts. Including landmark Birmingham hip-hip garage group, The Streets. They are set to play their 2004 album, ‘A Grand Don’t Come For Free’ in full on Friday 28 August. The Fratellis and Embrace will both perform on Sunday 30 August, adding to the rich catalog of long-standing acts on the bill. And Sheffield natives, Everly Pregnant Brothers, will also show on Sunday, giving the bank holiday weekend a hometown send-off.   

Rock N Roll Circus is a festival which not only shows off an impressive lineup of rock music, but also captivating circus acts alongside the sets. The official site says the event “[creates] a high-energy spectacle, where incredible live music meets the excitement, skill, and visual magic of the circus.”

Tickets can still be purchased here. 2026 Rock N Roll Circus Sheffield takes place from Thursday 27 August to Sunday 30 August at the Don Valley Bowl.

The campaign marks the start of a new chapter for one of the UK’s best-known independent music venues, which is seeking to secure its future in the city after 45 years at its historic site on Leadmill Road.

Going live this week, fans across Sheffield and beyond were asked to donate towards the cost of securing, fitting out and opening a new venue space. Supporters are being encouraged to give from as little as £5, with all money going into a ring‑fenced account that will be used solely to finance the relocation and build of the venue’s next home.

The crowdfunder follows a turbulent period for The Leadmill, which opened in 1980 and grew into a cornerstone of Sheffield’s cultural life, hosting live music, comedy, club nights, cinema and spoken‑word events for generations of local audiences. For more than four decades, the venue operated out of a former flour mill just outside the city centre, helping to launch artists, nurture emerging talent and provide an essential platform for grassroots culture in the region.

That legacy was threatened after Electric Group, which bought the building freehold in 2017, pursued plans to take over operation of the site, sparking a highly public dispute over the future of the club. In 2025, The Leadmill’s management lost its eviction appeal, with the Court of Appeal upholding Electric Group’s claim and confirming that the venue would have to vacate the premises, ending a three‑year legal fight. The team behind The Leadmill described the decision as a devastating blow for Sheffield’s independent culture and warned of the loss of dozens of jobs and a major community asset.

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Following its final events at the original site and the handover of the building, which is now being relaunched by Electric Group under a new name and programme, The Leadmill’s operating company has turned its attention to finding a fresh base in the city. The new crowdfunder is designed to convert years of public support into concrete financial backing to help secure a long‑term lease or purchase on a different building and to pay for the extensive work needed to turn it into a fully functioning, accessible venue.

For now, The Leadmill’s future rests on whether its supporters are willing and able to help it cross the financial threshold needed to sign a deal on a new space and begin the lengthy process of turning it into a fully equipped venue. If the fundraising push succeeds, Sheffield could once again see The Leadmill name above the door of a dedicated independent venue, even as its former building embarks on a separate life under different management.

The Leadmill’s operators are urging anyone who values independent culture and nightlife to visit the relocation fund page, share the campaign and contribute what they can to help bring #TheNewLeadmill to life.

Click here to donate.

Now a staple of the city’s live calendar, Rock N’ Roll Circus has quickly grown from a novel concept into a bank holiday tradition, drawing fans from across the UK for its blend of big-name acts and left-field entertainment. The 2026 edition promises to build on this reputation with upgraded production, expanded bar and food offerings, and more interactive spaces designed to keep the energy high from doors open to curfew. For Sheffield, it underlines Don Valley Bowl’s status as one of the north’s key outdoor music destinations.

What sets Rock N’ Roll Circus apart is the way it merges world-class performances with a visually striking circus atmosphere. Attendees can experience live music under a huge big top, surrounded by aerial performers, acrobats, fire-breathers and roaming street acts that transform the site into a surreal, immersive playground. Between sets, festival-goers can wander through installations, grab a drink at themed bars or catch pop-up performances, ensuring that there are no lulls in the day and that the spectacle extends far beyond the main stage.

As the ex-frontman of Britpop legends The Verve, Richard Ashcroft brings an iconic pedigree to the lineup. Best known for anthems like “Bittersweet Symphony” and “The Drugs Don’t Work,” his solo catalogue has cemented him as one of Britain’s most enduring songwriters, able to shift from widescreen euphoria to intimate confessionals with ease. His live shows are renowned for their emotional heft and rousing delivery, promising a headline set that weaves together Verve classics, solo staples and newer material for a multi-generational crowd.

The Fratellis will take the stage as main support, adding their vibrant indie-rock energy to the night. Celebrating 20 years of their debut album ‘Costello Music’, they’re primed for a set packed with festival-ready singalongs like “Chelsea Dagger” and “Henrietta,” the kind of choruses built for mass, beer-in-the-air catharsis.

Also on the bill, Cast keep the spirit of ’90s Britpop alive with favourites such as “Walkaway” and “Alright,” ensuring that long-time fans of the era are as well served as younger attendees discovering these songs for the first time.

The Don Valley Bowl will once again host the Circus, with clear instructions for customer entry, gate times and site layout to be provided ahead of the event. The festival maintains an all-ages policy, allowing under-14s to attend with an accompanying adult, while children under five can enter for free, reinforcing its reputation as a family-friendly weekender. Attendees are advised to plan travel carefully, as there is no parking on site, making public transport, walking, ride-shares or dedicated shuttle services the most practical options for getting to and from the Big Top in style.

Tickets go on sale this Friday. Presale sign up is available here.

The Leadmill – which has played host to huge acts including Oasis and Pulp since it’s opening in 1980 – was given twelve weeks to vacate it’s premises earlier this month following an ongoing legal battle with new landlords.

Electric Group initially served an eviction notice to the tenants in March 2022 as they allegedly look to rebrand the venue to Electric Sheffield. Following a long process, the appeal to overturn the eviction was eventually rejected in May 2025 and the Steel City will now officially be losing a cultural staple.

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The news has led to an outcry of despair and disappointment from the Sheffield and music world. Richard Hawley, former Pulp and Longpigs guitarist, is known as the musician to have played the venue more than anyone else.

The 58-year old singer-songwriter has now come out to share his anger at the decision, telling NME: “I’m trying not to get angry, but it’s very difficult because they say I’m the musician that’s played there the most by a long, long way.

“It’s probably true. I don’t want that to stop, and not just for me but other people. It’s a rite of passage. The people running it now are best placed to do so.”

Hawley has voiced his support for an urgent change of legislation to stop this from happening again. Over the last few years, there has been an increased call for music venues to own their own buildings. The idea of a “National Trust for music venues” has been floated about in an attempt to prevent landlords from closing down iconic buildings.

Begging the government to enact change, Hawley said in the same interview: “There desperately needs to be a change in legislation. If someone comes along and buys the land under your business and building and throws you out and turns it into flats – which happens all the time – or if they kick you out but steal your business, we’re talking about a serious moral issue.”

Highlighting the importance of these venues, and especially The Leadmill, he continued: “The Leadmill is out Cavern Club, it’s our Marquee, it’s our Hacienda, it’s our 100 Club. People from this city know best how to run that venue. I can’t see how a corporate-structured company can possibly understand the difference between clubbers, audiences and artists that come from here.

“Cities are living, breathing things, and it’s individuals that make up the vibe. Living in Sheffield is completely fucking different to living in Manchester or Newcastle. Unfortunately, I predict that they’re going to fuck it up and turn it into flats like they did with The Hacienda.”

This impassioned rant from Hawley just underpins they cultural value and importance of venues such as The Leadmill.

As the government continues to hold committees and hearings, venues up-and-down the country continue to close at an alarming rate. As Hawley and many others argue, until true legislation is brought in, this will not change.

In other news relating to Hawley, he will release an anniversary edition of his revered third solo album ‘Coles Corner‘ on July 4. You can pre-order it here, and also head here to find tickets to his upcoming tour where he will play the album in full.

The Leadmill – which has hosted huge acts including Oasis, Def Leppard and Arctic Monkeys since its inception in 1980 – has been battling against a new landlord, the Electric Group, since 2022.

Electric Group – who also own London’s Electric Brixton, Bristol’s SWX and Newcastle’s NX – served an eviction notice to their tenants in March 2022 as they look to rebrand it to Electric Sheffield.

It has now been revealed that the eviction appeal brought forward by the Leadmill team has been rejected and the closure of the venue is imminent.

The initial announcement caused a passionate response from many high-profile figures including Pulp’s Jarvis Cocker and Arctic Monkeys, with Cocker simply stating: “This had better be an April Fool’s joke.”

The Leadmill team have taken to Instagram to share a statement, hitting out at the legal ruling and revealing that they are “truly devastated by this outcome.”

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Talking to their 46.5k followers, The Leadmill said: “We’ve fought tirelessly to protect this independent venue which has supported countless artists, musicians and creatives for over four decades… Today’s decision feels like a betrayal of the cultural fabric of our city.”

They also warned all business tenants throughout the country that they could be next, saying: “The judgement in the High Court and in the Court of Appeal confirms that tenants have no rights whatsoever, that if a landlord wants to profit from evicting the tenant and copying the tenant’s business, it can do so.”

Despite this heartbreaking news, a new location for the Leadmill could be a “possibility”, altough potentially not in Sheffield. Speaking last December, the company’s director Phil Mills said: “If we found a suitable premises in Sheffield we would effectively be competing against ourselves because The Leadmill’s name and legacy is indivisible in our customers’ minds”.

Electric Group have argued that the venue is in need of renovation and investment, leading to this legal outcome. Commenting on the initial ruling, the company told NME: “The successful legal outcome paves the way for a bright future for this venue, ensuring it will receive the substantial investment it needs to thrive. 

“It will continue to be a cornerstone of the live music scene in Sheffield, supporting artists, fans and community projects for the next 100 years.”

This ruling will come as a blow to independent venues up-and-down the country after a Government committee explored the state of UK grassroots music just this week.

The committee heard from industry leaders and musicians, who urged the Government to act with more urgency if they truly wish to save independent venues in the country.

Music Venue Trust CEO Mark Davyd encouraged the Government to implement a compulsory £1 ticket levy on arena level and above concerts – with the intention to put this money back into the industry to support the grassroots scene.

Despite these calls, The Leadmill’s closure is a sign that the problem is not being effectively addressed – with independent venues across the country holding their breath, hoping they’re not next.

To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Coles Corner we’re releasing some special editions of the album + announcing some special Anniversary Shows!

— richardhawley (@RichardHawley) March 4, 2025

 Hawley made the announcement on social media, and quickly followed it up with an appearance on BBC Radio 6’s Lauren Laverne Show on 4 March. The musician revealed that he was initially reluctant to celebrate the anniversary, preferring to look forward to upcoming projects, but he acknowledged the album’s impact on his career. “That record changed everything for me, it was a game-changer. When we made that, it was the last roll of the dice.”  

Named after a well-known meeting spot in Sheffield, ‘Coles Corner’ was released in 2005 and received critical acclaim. The album currently holds a score of 85 on Metacritic, and reviews have compared Hawley to a variety of 60s figures, including Scott Walker and Roy Orbison. The record earned Hawley a Mercury Prize nomination, with the award eventually going to the Arctic Monkeys, prompting frontman and fellow Sheffielder Alex Turner to say, “somebody call 999, Richard Hawley’s been robbed.”

In a rare moment of reflection, Hawley revealed the troubled circumstances that the album emerged from. “I had no record deal at all. We were with Setanta Records, who had backed me since the beginning, but that had ended. I was marooned, and at 34 years old, like most rock stars, it’s not a good time to start a career. There was no money, it was looking bleak.” A friend loaned him £10,000 to record the album, “…and I thought now is the time to make the record you’ve always wanted to make. Without any compromise. It’s sink or swim.”

  The reissue will be available on both CD and vinyl, with the item listing revealing a second disc of 18 bonus tracks, including acoustic and live versions of songs from ‘Coles Corner’. Physical copies of the album are available to preorder on Hawley’s Dig! store, and fans who order before 3pm on 10 March will gain access to a presale for the tour.  

Alongside the York show, Hawley has confirmed shows in Boston, Portmeirion, Blackpool, Margate, Worthing, and Weston-super-Mare. Hawley also hinted that more dates will follow, using his BBC interview to tell fans to wait before booking shows on the other side of the country. “Each gig will be unique and special… Each show will be all over the country in places off the beaten track.”  

 

 

 

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The 58-year-old is synonymous with the Steel City, often using Sheffield as a backdrop for his songs. Speaking about the role it plays in his music, he said, “If you write about things you know, you have authority by living through it. I see beauty in the very simple things of everyday life and always have.”   

The announcement of the reissue and tour have been met with excitement from his devoted fanbase. One X user wrote: “What an album this is. Pre-ordered the [limited] vinyl and 2 CD edition, and tickets for York booked this morning. Already can’t wait.”

What an album this is – pre-ordered the ltd vinyl & 2cd editions & tickets for York booked this morning – already can’t wait! — JonR1973 (@jonnyroberts73) March 6, 2025

With only one appearance in his native city in the past 18 months, hopes are high that Hawley will make a stop in the South Yorkshire city on the tour. Further dates are expected to be announced following the presale. Tickets are not available for purchase yet.

Launched in 2022, the Rock N’ Roll Circus is expanding with events in both Norwich and Sheffield this year, though due to other touring commitments, Queens of the Stone Age will only be playing the Sheffield leg of the festival. Their venue, the Don Valley Bowl, has a capacity of 7500, and will be the third time the venue has hosted the festival in as many years.

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Announcing the second night on their Instagram page, Queens of the Stone Age shared an updated poster which said, “new date added due to phenomenal demand,” as well as listing their support acts across both nights. They will be joined by Viagra Boys, Jehnny Beth, Big Freedia and more across both nights, with Shame and The Murder Capital as two new acts joining them on their second date.  

Festival director Ali O’Reilly said: “The response to Queens of the Stone Age’s first show was incredible. Tickets flew out in record time, and we are excited to give fans another chance to get tickets to see this huge show. It’s an honour to bring one of the greatest rock bands of our generation to Sheffield for not just one, but two nights at Rock ‘n’ Roll Circus. With support from Viagra Boys and The Murder Capital, these shows are going to be something truly special.”

This is going to be insane. Need to get to this. — Andy McElwaine (@andymcelwaine) February 21, 2025

 Queens of the Stone Age have only played in Sheffield once before, visiting the South Yorkshire city to play the Leadmill in 2000. Their return comes as part of a wider European tour, which kicks off 12 July in Slovakia. Their Rock N’ Roll Circus appearance will be the last in the continent before they return to their native US.

The band hasn’t played live since July 2024, though they haven’t released any new music in that time either. Their 2024 setlists comprised mostly of material from three albums: 2023’s ‘In Times New Roman…’, and more classic albums ‘Songs for the Dead’ and ‘…Like Clockwork’. Fans shouldn’t expect any major changes to the setlist; however the circus atmosphere and the intimacy of the venue will make it an unmissable night still.

Though the band hasn’t played in the UK since a Download Festival appearance in June 2024, founder and frontman Josh Homme was one of many musical figures who came together in December to celebrate the life of Mark Lanegen. Lanegan played with QotSA between 2001 and 2005, and introducing the evening, Homme said, “Mark would have pretended to hate this, but he would have loved to see you all here tonight.”

Despite being a relative newcomer to the festival circuit, Rock N’ Roll Circus has drawn some major headline acts in its short history. Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds headlined in 2022 and 2023, and the festival has attracted the likes of the Libertines, Natalie Imbruglia, and Gilbert O’Sullivan, as well as one of Sheffield’s finest exports, Richard Hawley, as support acts.

With its eclectic mix of live music and circus performances, Rock N’ Roll Circus has established itself as one of the most unique festivals in the UK. With their first performance selling out in record time and a festival like no other, fans wanting to see Queens of the Stone Age on their second date should act fast. Tickets can be found here.

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 The Sheffield-born artist who now resides in London, describes their style in the following three words: “Androgyny, drama, prep” and their music has been classed under the genres of alternative R&B and indie-pop. The singers’ previous label Dirty Hit is home to some of Britain’s biggest new pop: Rina Sawayama, Beabadoobee and The 1975, although the singer has now moved on to indie label Chrysalis who have an impressive roster including Emeli Sande, Nick Drake, Laura Marling, The Waterboys and many more. 

 Recalling the meaning behind the song, Ford explains “This song is based on a story my friends told me about their dad and his late wife, and how for a while after her death, no one could replace her. He used to dress his new girlfriends in clothes like hers.” She continues “At first it sounds odd, and might make you feel uncomfortable. But really it’s a love song, just told in a different way.”

Inspired by the world of drag, Gia mentions how the subculture of the queer community (of which she is also part of) has been such an influence on her music, she references “the freedom of gender expression, the fantasy” and “the alter egos.”

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“Falling in Love Again” follows the previous single drop “Aligator” which was released earlier this year and received accreditation in NME, Dork, Line of Best Fit and Clash Magazine. Speaking about “Alligator”, Gia states that it is “a song about a desperation to be seen and heard. I am being facetious by painting myself as multiple unbelievable creatures to garner attention. In the opening statement, I am an Alligator. Then, when that goes ignored, I am ten feet off of the ground, with feathers — a whole new creature, perhaps still the Alligator, perhaps something different.”

Ford was recently announced as an official artist for SXSW 2024. The Austin, Texas-based festival features conference sessions, film & TV festival screenings, music festival showcases comedy festival events, world-class exhibitions, tech competitions and award ceremonies. The event runs from 2024 from March 8-16!  

The musical magpie was also named as one of The Great Escape’s First Fifty for 2024. The festival will be hosting a night in collaboration with Clash at the East London venue, with Ford headlining at Paper Dress Vintage on the 15th of November. The lineup also includes Essex-based singer, songwriter and producer Erin LeCount and Scottish songwriting sensation, Jacob Alon. 

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Did someone say “encore” ? Here’s a few extra Pulp shows for the current UK tour … Manchester @castlefieldbowl on 4 July, and London @EventimApollo on 28 & 29 July. Tickets on sale next Friday, 2 June 2023, at 9am. https://t.co/ibqY28EUWr pic.twitter.com/e9KLAyXzAB

— Pulp (@welovepulp) May 26, 2023

What looks set to be a busy summer for the band, Pulp have added three significant dates to their return tour in news that will surely delight fans. The band will play at the sizeable venue, Castlefield Bowl in Manchester on 4 July and two nights at the more intimate Eventim Apollo Hammersmith on 28 and 29 July in London.

The summer touring run, which will include numerous festival appearances in between, marks the second time in Pulp’s storied history that the band has gathered to reunite since 2001. Guitarist and lead vocalist Jarvis Cocker teased fans last summer with Instagram posts suggesting something big was on the way from the band, before announcing a reunion tour for summer 2023. The band last released new material in 2001, with album We Love Life entering into the UK top ten official charts.

Formed in Sheffield in 1978, Pulp received critical claim and popularity in the early to mid 90s particularly with their massively successful album Different Class, which earned the band four top ten singles including smash hit “Common People”. It was during this prolific period that the band became reluctant idols of the Britpop scene along with Oasis, Blur and Suede.

With creative and personal differences cited, Pulp seemingly called it quits in 2001, only for the band to return ten years later to perform a run of festivals in 2011. After hints of new music to be released, Cocker announced that the band would once again be calling it a day, performing for the last time in February 2013.

Earlier this year, influential bassist Steve Mackey died after a three month stay in hospital. Mackey joined the band in 1989 and was featured on all of Pulp’s most successful run of albums-helping the band to embrace a more pop oriented sound that would make them one of the biggest UK bands of the 90’s era.

Fans of Pulp were understandably excited when the band announced they would be reuniting for a second time-a run of UK headlining shows the perfect remedy to years without the group on the touring circuit. After announcing Pulp would be returning in October, tickets for shows quickly sold out-prompting the band to add the three extra shows to their already packed summer.

Tickets for the new concerts will go on sale at 9am on Friday 2 June and can be found here. 

Pulp UK Reunion Tour:

26/05/2023 – Bridlington Spa Centre – Bridlington*
01/07/2023 – Finsbury Park – London*
04/07/2023 – Castlefield Bowl – Manchester
09/07/2023 – Scarborough Open Air Theatre – Scarborough*
07-09/07/2023 – Glasgow Green – Glasgow
12/07/2023 – Cardiff International Arena – Cardiff*
14/07/2023 – Utilita Arena Sheffield – Sheffield*
15/07/2023 – Utilita Arena Sheffield – Sheffield*
20-23/07/2023 – Lattitude Festival – Henham Park, Southwold*
28/07/2023 – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith – London
29/07/2023 – Eventim Apollo Hammersmith – London

*Sold Out

On the 17^th May, the venue posted on its website and social media accounts the plea for fans to object to the landlord’s licence application writing, “As many of you are aware, our landlords have issued The Leadmill with an eviction notice in order to operate from this location themselves. If they are successful, this would result in The Leadmill ceasing to exist after 43 years.”

Help to save The Leadmill. For more information please visit https://t.co/2YhtkPx7M7 pic.twitter.com/d0wkeKUMbZ

— The Leadmill (@Leadmill) May 17, 2023

Members of the public can object to the application if they are aware of any relevant reasons as to why it shouldn’t be granted which includes the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm. The Leadmill continued, “You may be assisted in your understanding by Googling relevant reviews and press reports about the operation of the landlord’s current nightclubs. These are; Electric Brixton, SWX Bristol, and NX Newcastle.”

In 2017, Electric Group bought the site’s freehold and announced their plans to evict the current management in order to run the venue themselves under the name Electric Sheffield last year.

Artists and gig-goers alike have been quick to support the preservation of the current managers of The Leadmill on social media. Last year when the landlords announced their plans to evict the organisers, Yorkshire band Kaiser Chiefs took to Twitter writing, “We played The Leadmill in our early days and not only do we have very fond memories, it really helped us, too. It would be a huge loss not just for Sheffield and Yorkshire, but the whole UK music scene.”

We played @Leadmill in our early days and not only do we have very fond memories, it really helped us, too. It would be a huge loss not just for Sheffield and Yorkshire, but the whole UK music scene. #WeCantLoseLeadmill https://t.co/Y3Sgc8aQBq — Kaiser Chiefs (@KaiserChiefs) March 31, 2022

Charlatans frontman Tim Burgess also joined the #WeCantLoseTheLeadmill campaign on social media writing, “Such a brilliant venue. Let’s do all we can to stop The @Leadmill from closing.”

Such a brilliant venue. Let’s do all we can to stop The @Leadmill from closing https://t.co/0VeUfeBdMz

— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) March 31, 2022

Northern Irish rock band Ash joined the campaign too, adding, “This venue has been part of our lives for almost 30 years. Always been a great place to play. Show them your support; let’s get @Leadmill trending.”

This venue has been part of our lives for almost 30 years. Always been a great place to play. Show them your support; let’s get @Leadmill trending. https://t.co/v8U2HcDmcl

— ASH (@ashofficial) March 31, 2022

Sheffield’s own Arctic Monkeys have previously shown their support for the venue by launching a Crowdfunder campaign to help with funding in 2020. Alex Turner chipped in by giving away his Fender Stratocaster used in the band’s early days.

Last year, Music Venue Trust launched a new initiative to protect, secure, and improve UK music venues.

The former flour mill has a long history of hosting gigs having once been the Esquire in the 1960s where the Small Faces and Jimi Hendrix played. The live music venue and nightclub first opened its doors as The Leadmill in 1980 and has since hosted artists including Pulp, Coldplay, The Stone Roses, Arctic Monkeys, Kings of Leon, The Killers, and Oasis. To celebrate its 40th anniversary back in 2021, the venue released a limited edition red vinyl compilation album featuring tracks from the likes of The Orielles, Enter Shikari, and Bedroom High Club.