DEAD SLOW
Apr
27
7:00 PM19:00

DEAD SLOW

Dead Slow and Still are coming to The Black Heart fresh from the studio ! 

With a new EP coming later this year, Birmingham's Dead Slow combine scuzzy stoner riffs and bristling punk energy will end your Saturday night with euphoric chaos. With so many bangers out there already and some new songs added to the set list, this isn't one you want to miss.

Hull's Still create a uniquely bleak yet beautiful noise that brings in elements of doom, black metal and post rock. Their 2021 debut album, '{ }', has seen them reach a wider audience of experimental heavy music enthusiasts, including a brilliant performance at ArcTanGent festival. With the follow up coming later this year, this is a great chance to catch a glimpse of what comes next.

Street Grease create a uniquely intense atmosphere with their blend of scuzzy industrial, noisy hardcore that seems to add depth to every line up that you're lucky enough to catch them being a part of. Featuring members of Torrid Horror, JCQ, Meet Me In St Louis & Bossk. No biggy.

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ANDREW O'NEILL'S TROY CLUB
May
3
7:30 PM19:30

ANDREW O'NEILL'S TROY CLUB

Andrew O’Neill & The Black Heart present…

London’s longest-running alternative comedy club returns to The Black Heart with headliner SIMON MUNNERY ("One of the funniest, most original comedians of the past 20 years." - The Guardian). This month's show also features spots by Faye Treacy, Leslie Ewing-Burgesse, Phil Jarvis, and Richard Taylor, with more acts to be confirmed. MC Andrew O'Neill.

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ROCKFIT
May
4
12:30 PM12:30

ROCKFIT

Rockfit is a fitness class done entirely to rock and metal music. Squats, lunges, punches, kicks and dance choreography. There are low and high impact versions of all the moves so you can go at your own pace and you don't have to get the choreography right - just have fun. 🤘🏻

This is a ticketed class and pre-booking is necessary

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JESSE AHERN
May
5
6:30 PM18:30

JESSE AHERN

The Black Heart presents…

JESSE AHERN
https://www.instagram.com/jesseahernmusic

Plus guest

BRENDAN KENNEDY
https://www.instagram.com/bkenmusic/

JESSE AHERN is coming to Camden! The Dropkicks-endorsed troubadour  brings his hearfelt Americana to The Black Heart after relentless touring with the likes of The Dropkick Murphys, Rancid, Chuck Ragan and Frank Turner!

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MOLOCH
May
7
7:00 PM19:00

MOLOCH

HUMAN_DISEASE_PROMO presents…

MOLOCH
https://moloch.bandcamp.com/

Plus guests…

REMOTE VIEWING
https://remoteviewing.bandcamp.com/

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HEALING WOUND
https://healingwound.bandcamp.com/

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TORPID STATE
https://www.instagram.com/torpidstate/

Pure negi sludge ‘orribleness coming our way in June courtesy of Nottingham’s finest merchants of grim, MOLOCH! They’ll be joined by the monstrously nihilistic lineup of REMOTE VIEWING, HEALING WOUND, and TORPID STATE! Get that down ya. 

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DESERTFEST 2024 - PRE-PARTY ft. PARISH + more
May
16
7:00 PM19:00

DESERTFEST 2024 - PRE-PARTY ft. PARISH + more

Desertfest, Crypt Of The Wizard and The Black Heart present…

THE DESERTFEST LONDON PRE-PARTY

Featuring…

PARISH
https://parishuk.bandcamp.com/

LUCID SINS
https://lucidsins.bandcamp.com/

FLICKERS FROM THE FEN
https://flickersfromthefen.bandcamp.com/

You really thought we’d be happy with JUST a full weekend of incredible bands over Desertfest?! You fools. We need more. ALWAYS MORE.

So, we thought why not team up with the legends at Desertfest and Crypt Of The Wizard, get another three killer bands involved and throw a little pre-party to kick the whole thing off!

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DESERTFEST LONDON 2024
May
17
to May 20

DESERTFEST LONDON 2024

🖤 DESERTFEST LONDON 2024 🖤

SUICIDAL TENDENCIES | MASTERS OF REALITY | GODFLESH | OZRIC TENTACLES | BONGRIPPER | MONOLORD |ACID KING | UFOMAMMUT | COLOUR HAZE | BRANT BJORK TRIO | MASERATI | MANTAR | MONDO GENERATOR | CLOAKROOM | MONKEY3 | FRANKIE & THE WITCH FINGERS | NIGHTSTALKER | BLANKET | BAT SABBATH | DVNE | PEST CONTROL | RAGING SPEEDHORN | ASHENSPIRE | DOMKRAFT | ASTROQUEEN | PIJN | SUNNATA | BRUM | WAKE | KAL-EL | ALBER JUPITER | SUGAR HORSE | STINKING LIZAVETA | WET CACTUS | PSYCHLONA | MORAG TONG | KADABRA | BORRACHO | THE GRUDGE | DARSOMBRA | SERGEANT THUNDERHOOF | GRAMMA VEDETTA | SAINT KARLOFF | LODESTAR | LORD ELEPHANT | GOZER | ACID THRONE | KULK | EARTH TONGUE | DUSKWOOD | GOBLINSMOKER | SKYPILOT | BOREHEAD | ORME | WOLFSHEAD | CLOUDS TASTE SATANIC | WEEDSNAKE | NOISEPICKER | ORSAK:OSLO | WAXY | HORNDAL | SILVERBURN | FIRES IN THE DISTANCE | SLEEMO | SAGAN | MIDWICH CUCKOOS | AKERSBORG | WARPSTORMER | GRAND ATOMIC | VOID LURKER | UNDER THE ASHES | SONIC TABOO | WIZDOOM | FUZ CALDRIN

Boom !

Don’t hold back, get ya tix NOW

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SMOULDER
May
21
7:00 PM19:00

SMOULDER

The Black Heart presents…

SMOULDER
https://www.facebook.com/SmoulderDoom

Plus guests

FAMYNE
https://www.facebook.com/famyneuk

DRUIDESS
https://www.facebook.com/druidessuk/

Toronto, Ontario’s SMOULDER will be delivering a herculean slab of  heavy metal greatness to Camden Town on May 21st. High-fantasy lyricism meets high-octane riffing with the fury of a thousand clashing swords. ⚔️⚔️⚔️

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BATTLESNAKE
May
22
7:00 PM19:00

BATTLESNAKE

The Black Heart is assoc with FMLY presents…

BATTLESNAKE
https://www.instagram.com/battlesnakeband/
https://www.battlesnake.com.au/

Plus guests

BOBBIE DAZZLE
https://www.instagram.com/bobbiedazzleband/
https://linktr.ee/bobbiedazzleband

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Aussie cult-metal lunatics BATTLESNAKE come to Camden! The one-of-a-kind septet, deemed mental enough to share stages with KISS and THE SMASHING PUMPKINS recently back home, are gonna be cramming a whole lot of ridiculous into The Black Heart next month and we can’t wait to have ‘em!

Bobbie Dazzle have just released a new single Back To The City recently via the legendary Rise Above Records which sold out wihtin a week ! They’re bringing the glam prog from the black country back to London to dazzle you all !

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SLAM DUNK SOUTH 2024 AFTERPARTY
May
25
to May 26

SLAM DUNK SOUTH 2024 AFTERPARTY

‘Slam Dunk Festival South Aftershow Party – The Camden Takeover!  One wristband, four venues.  Come and see out Slam Dunk Festival 2024 in style. 

Dingwalls > Hosted by Hang the DJ’s – Playing dance, pop and guilty pleasures

The Black Heart > Hosted by Trauma Room – The place to be for all things metalcore + hardcore

Electric Ballroom > Hosted by Face Down – Pop-punk, emo anthems and back by popular demand – a live covers band

Underworld > Hosted by Camden Rocks – All things Rock, Alt and Indie   

The shuttle bus service will start running at 10pm from Slam Dunk Festival South and will drop you right in Camden to start your afterparty celebrations.

Entry is strictly 18+

Entry to individual venues subject to capacity.’

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SNUFF FEST - BANK HOLIDAY CARNAGE
May
26
to May 27

SNUFF FEST - BANK HOLIDAY CARNAGE

SNUFF FEST - BANK HOLIDAY CARNAGE

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BASEMENT TORTURE KILLINGS
UK Snuff Grind sickos headline their first ever Snuff event and promise to unleash several surprises for you all

HOLOCAUSTO CANIBAL
Hailing from Porto (Portugal) underground legends Holocausto Canibal really need no introduction, gracing UK shores for the first time in many years their set promises be a horrific onslaught 

SPAWNED FROM HATE
Brutal slamming death metal from the Midlands, expect plenty of frantic riffs and gutturals as SFH promise to destroy

SODOMIZED CADAVER
Welsh old school death metal from Cardiff, Sodomized Cadaver were supposed to bring their fetid death to last years Snuff Fest however illness prevented them from playing, no such issues this time and after an amazing headlining set at The Black Heart in December this promises to be another amazing  performance

ANIME TORMENT
Returning from the Czech Republic Anime Torment will once again lay waste to the Black Heart, brutal death core for the most brutal of people. This one promises to be an awesome show

ATVM

We are pleased to host Londons very own Atvm who will be bringing their dark and horrid riffs to this years Snuff Fest. 

PATHOGENIC VIRULENCE

We first checked these guys out at last years Beyond The Grave and had to get them to this years Snuff Fest. 

GHOULROT

Playing their debut show GR promise to bring old school putrid filth to this years edition. Featuring members of Dygora, Atvm and others they are the perfect openers for this years edition

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BLACK PYRAMID
Jun
3
7:00 PM19:00

BLACK PYRAMID

The Black Heart and Human_Disease_Promo in assoc with Dead Pig Ent presents…

BLACK PYRAMID
https://blackpyramid.bandcamp.com/

Plus guests

MORAG TONG
https://moragtong.bandcamp.com/music

If you’ve heard a downtuned rumbling in the distance recently, don’t worry. You’re not losing your mind and the machines of war are not yet on our doorstep. No, that was probably just BLACK PYRAMID getting their set calibrated before they come to blow the roof off The Black Heart at the start of June!

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RIOT CITY
Jun
6
7:00 PM19:00

RIOT CITY

The Black Heart Presents…

RIOT CITY
https://riotcityofficial.bandcamp.com/

TORANAGA
https://www.facebook.com/ToranagaUK

High-octane heavy metal of the Priestian variety coming all the way from Alberta, Canada as RIOT CITY rock up to The Black Heart in June! This lot have been blowing minds of classic metal fans for a while now and we can’t wait to have ‘em here to do the same. NWOBHM stalwarts TORANAGA in support!

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SIREN'S CAVE
Jun
8
to Jun 9

SIREN'S CAVE

Siren’s Cave returns with their Mermaid/Underwater themed event as a backdrop to a night of Dark Wave, Electro, Goth, Synthpop, Post Punk & New Romantic. Dave KITCAT will once again join Dragon, Stardust Siren & Skintight SJ playing some favourites mixed in with some tracks not so regularly heard.

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PAUL MASVIDAL - MATINEE SHOW
Jun
9
1:30 PM13:30

PAUL MASVIDAL - MATINEE SHOW

The Black Heart presents…

PAUL MASVIDAL
(Matinee Show !!)

As part of a very special tour, join iconic guitarist and vocalist Paul Masvidal (Cynic, Æon Spoke, Mythical Human Vessel, Death) on this journey of catharsis with a run of acoustic, atmospheric and interactive solo shows.

https://www.mythicalhumanvessel.com/
https://www.instagram.com/paulmasvidal/
https://www.instagram.com/cynic_official/
https://www.instagram.com/masvidalienart/
http://masvidalien.com/index.html

N.B. THIS IS AN AFTERNOON MATINEE SHOW !! 1.30PM DOORS - (show all finished by 4pm)

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SPOTLIGHTS
Jun
11
7:00 PM19:00

SPOTLIGHTS

The Black Heart presents

SPOTLIGHTS
https://www.facebook.com/spotlightsband

Plus guests TBA…

New York city’s SPOTLIGHTS are bringing their heavy, dreamy, genre-melding brilliance to The Black Heart! This band have supported just about every sick band you can think of (Melvins, Deftones, HUM, Pelican, Igorrr, etc.), and they come to us the day before playing with the mighty Mr. Bungle and Oxbow! Come see what all the fuss is about - we have a feeling you won’t be disappointed.

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IAMWARFACE + NEON FIELDS
Jun
13
7:30 PM19:30

IAMWARFACE + NEON FIELDS

PS Promotions + Deadfall present…

IAMWARFACE
https://www.instagram.com/iamwarface/

NEON FIELDS
https://www.instagram.com/neonfieldsband/

HEARTBREAK NOIR
https://heartbreaknoir.bandcamp.com/

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IAMWARFACE is a Nu-Rock Band formed in Brighton 2016 by singer/producer Matt Warneford. The name is a cunning metaphor for his own original style of bombastic high-energy groove based electro-rock, which has been affectionaly branded “Rocktronica” by none other than legendary Virgin Radio host Eddy Temple Morris. The aim of IAMWARFACE has always been to create a new, edgier kind of rock sound, echoing the rebellious creativity of the early 90s and punk danger of the 70s.

NEON FIELDS is an electrifying and dynamic British alternative band with a distinctive identity. The trio from the southwest UK deliver a unique, sophisticated style that captivates audiences with cinematic soundscapes, industrial tones, and creative narratives.
Drawing from diverse influences, they seamlessly traverse multiple genres to produce their unique brand of music.
Neon Fields’ passion for music is evident in their creative and innovative approach to songwriting, as they strive to push the boundaries of what is possible in the genre. With their undeniable talent and unwavering dedication, Neon Fields is undoubtedly a band to watch out for in the future.

HEARTBREAK NOIR, the acoustic (but "not a sit down on stools kinda acoustic") side-project of Nick and Emm from Faces of Sarah. We're expecting their trademark powerful vocals and big tunes.

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RAGS (RICH RAGANY AND THE DIGRESSIONS)
Jun
15
7:00 PM19:00

RAGS (RICH RAGANY AND THE DIGRESSIONS)

Runnin’ Blue Presents…

RICH RAGANY AND THE DIGRESSIONS
https://www.facebook.com/richraganyandthedigressions

Plus guests…

CONTINTENTAL LOVERS

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ELECTRIC SHAKES

Album Release/A Decade Of U.K. Releases Party!

A setlist showcasing songs across the years … from The Role Models, Loyalties and Rich Ragany And The Digressions… and from my new album! 

….AND introducing… new band lineup… Kit Swing (Digressions, Seven Days And Doesn’t Die, Mallory Knox) on guitar/vocals… Simon Maxwell (Digressions, Role Models, Loyalties, Yo Yos) on drums/vocals and Phil Roadkill (Seven Days And Doesn’t Die, Generation Graveyard, Stereo Juggernaut, DJ on the Prognosis label) on bass/vocals

Joining us are the twin rock n roll killers CONTINENTAL LOVERS and THE ELECTRIC SHAKES

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WITCHING
Jun
16
7:00 PM19:00

WITCHING

Human_Disease_Promo + The Black Heart in assoc with Dead Pig Entertainment presents

WITCHING
https://witching.bandcamp.com/music

+ guests TBA

Roaring out of Philadelphia, WITCHING will be raining down their genre-obliterating blackened-death-sludge-chaos on Camden Town in June! This lot combine a bit of almost everything that fills our black heart with joy and then some. We’re hyped for this and you should be too!

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EXTINCTION OF MANKIND
Jun
22
7:30 PM19:30

EXTINCTION OF MANKIND

Congress Of Antlered Ghost Children presents....

EXTINCTION OF MANKIND
https://www.facebook.com/p/Extinction-of-Mankind-100050179793003/

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COMMONER
https://commoner666.bandcamp.com/

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RED EYED CULT
https://redeyedcult.bandcamp.com/album/unit-61

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A Collision of Crust and Doom in the Black Heart of Camden, London. Crust Hardcore Legends EXTINCTION OF MANKIND venture down South for an onslaught of Hardcore noise to wake the dead under the Grey skies of London. Its been a while since EOM have played in the Smoke so this is a night truly not to be missed as EOM deliver their own brand of Anarcho Hardcore to eviscerate your earoles! 

         Joining them in the fray is Norwich/London based Doom Questers COMMONER, these guys wield riffs like a battleaxe and collect heads without mercy!! With their new album 'A Commoner's Quest" released this Spring, they'll be adding Heavy Doomcrust Warcries to this night of Unholy Sonic Slaughter!

        Also on the Battlefield are Norfolks own Doomgroove Wizard 3-piece RED EYED CULT, this act have to be heard to be believed, Riffgrooves and Screams from darkest Norfolk and Riffs to blow yr fucking underwear onto the streets of Camden Town, for lovers of Doom, Crust, Heavy, Riffs, Hardcore, Punk!! This Gig has it all!!



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OCTOPOULPE
Jun
26
7:00 PM19:00

OCTOPOULPE

Chimpyfest Presents…

OCTOPOULPE
One man band from South Korea / France, currently based in Mexico Geek-Core / Hardcore-Punk with interactive videos.
https://iamoctopoulpe.com  
https://www.instagram.com/jp.octopoulpe

Born in a fish tank in Seoul in 2015, Octopoulpe is a half-naked creature playing tentacular music, from Math-rock to hardcore-punk.
Thanks to his many tentacles, he can play drums and control other instruments, lights and video-projections at the same time, allowing him to play with his digital self, as well as with many other guests.

+ guests

MISTER LIZARD
https://misterlizard.bandcamp.com/
Complete and utter nonsense. With blast beats… Not grind / not powerviolence / not metal / not punk / not good.

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AMONGST THIEVES + DAYSHIFTER
Jun
30
6:30 PM18:30

AMONGST THIEVES + DAYSHIFTER

The Black Heart in assoc with Strike Promotions presents…

AMONGST THIEVES
https://www.instagram.com/amongstthieves_

DAYSHIFTER
https://www.instagram.com/dayshifteruk

Big chunk of UK post-hardcore here as Leeds’ AMONGST THIEVES team with Newcastle’s DAYSHIFTER for a co-headliner that rolls through The Black Heart on June 30th! 

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The Spirit is Alive #3: Jacko’s Memorial Show
Jul
6
6:00 PM18:00

The Spirit is Alive #3: Jacko’s Memorial Show

We are back again with our yearly punk rock party in remembrance of our beloved friend Jacko! 

For us it always means more than playing a show, it’s our way of keeping his memory alive and a way and to gather all together and celebrate in honour of his life with some good loud music!

THE VARUKERS
https://www.facebook.com/thevarukers

BLATOIDEA
https://www.facebook.com/blatoideapunxlondon/

JAWLESS
https://www.facebook.com/jawlesslnd

OVERLOAD
https://www.facebook.com/OverloadStreetPunk

All funds from this show will be collected and donated to Myositis Uk for the research of this very rare disease upon Jacko’s wish.

So come down to The Black Heart and have a massive toast and another big party in memory of our brother!

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YE BANISHED PRIVATEERS
Jul
23
7:00 PM19:00

YE BANISHED PRIVATEERS

Born Again Concerts proudly presents

YE BANISHED PRIVATEERS

plus support

Hoist the Jolly Roger! YE BANISHED PRIVATEERS take no prisoners. With 'First Night Back In Port' a loose merger of ruffians and raiders will take you back into the cruel world of the 18th century. Be prepared for rough times where pirates dominated the seven seas. With the help of Irish and Skandinavian folk as well as raw punk they brew stormy sea chanties. None of their sprees is as alike as two peas in a pod. YE BANISHED PRIVATEERS count 30 crew members. At least a dozen of these buccaneers arm themselves to the teeth with fiddle, banjo and accordion on any of their feasts. All of them with grumpy gorges but hearts made of gold when they sing against laws and nations. If this pack of rags and tricorns ask for a dance no gums stay dry, no peg legs stiff. Smoky gullets join in unique sounds of long forgotten days - a time travel back to honest and moving music.

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VULVECTOMY
Jul
28
6:30 PM18:30

VULVECTOMY

Beyond The Grave presents

VULVECTOMY
https://www.facebook.com/vulvectomyslam
Formed in 2007 and hailing from Italy, Vulvectomy are coming to UK shores for the first time as they grace the capital for the second of their two planned shows. . Renowned as visceral pioneers in the Slam/Brutal Death scene, their discography boasts three quintessential albums, and an anticipated new release is currently in the works. Seize the opportunity to experience the unbridled force of Vulvectomy live in London— an event not to be missed!


IMPERIAL EXECRATION
https://www.facebook.com/ImperialExecration
Emerging in 2019, Imperial Execration was born from the collective talent of seasoned members of the Colombian Brutal Death scene, now making waves in London. With a distinct brand of 'Maleficent Brutal Death Metal,' they deliver a relentless, bone-crushing experience. Comprising members from acclaimed acts like Goreinhaled and Carnivore Diprosopus, Imperial Execration is a force to be reckoned with. Keep your eyes peeled, as this is a rising act that demands your attention.


DYGORA
https://www.facebook.com/DygoraBand

+ MORE TBA

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ULTHAR + SUCCUMB
Aug
17
7:00 PM19:00

ULTHAR + SUCCUMB

The Black Heart in assoc with Swamp Booking presents…

ULTHAR
https://ulthar666.bandcamp.com/

+

SUCCUMB
https://succumb.bandcamp.com/

!!!! EXCLUSIVE UK SHOW !!!!

Oakland’s ULTHAR are bringing their labyrinthian take on the most blackened of death metal to The Black Heart in mid-August - and they’ll be joined by fellow Californian death-peddlers SUCCUMB for the trip! If you wanna guarantee some darkness in your summer, this is the show you wanna see.

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IRESS
Aug
18
6:30 PM18:30

IRESS

The Black Heart & Human_Disease_Promo in assoc. with Atonal Music Agency presents…

IRESS
https://www.instagram.com/weareiress

Plus very special guests TBA…

We’re beyond stoked to be hosting a show for incredible L.A. outfit IRESS who’ll be bringing their cinematic blend of doom, sludge, -gaze right ‘ere to Camden Town in August. We’ve got another two incredible bands to be announced for this at a later date too so keep them peepers peepin’ for those!

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AGRICULTURE
Sep
3
7:00 PM19:00

AGRICULTURE

Old Empire & Born Again Concerts, in association with Odyssey Booking, present

AGRICULTURE (USA)
https://agriculturemusic.bandcamp.com
https://www.instagram.com/agriculture_music
https://nowflensing.com/

+ special guests TBA

"For something to be “ecstatic,” the feelings and emotions it evokes must transcend what we tend to experience most regularly in our lives. Ecstatic joy isn’t just happiness; it’s a feeling of jubilation which impacts us emotionally and in a metaphysical, arguably spiritual sense too.

Although it has long been associated with connotations of the dark and macabre, extreme music has the ability to be a powerful mode of expression for these feelings of absolute bliss, overwhelming love, and awe-inspiring sublimity. Extreme emotions no less and those which black metal quartet Agriculture evokes with its ecstatic subversion of the subgenre’s tropes."

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JACK J HUTCHINSON
Oct
2
7:00 PM19:00

JACK J HUTCHINSON

JACK J HUTCHINSON
https://www.instagram.com/jackjhutchinson/

Who is Jack J Hutchinson? A blues troubadour? A Southern rockin’ songsmith? A guitar-shredding warrior? The fedora-wearing rocker wears all of these with so much buried within.Hutchinson has walked long, hard miles to this point, and the road strewn with obstacles, frustration and difficulties builds resilience and hunger. Nothing worth having comes easily.

Hutchinson’s brand new album ‘Battles’ builds on the momentum gained having shared bills across the planet with bands including Blackberry Smoke, ZZ Top and Jeff Beck. The record crash landed in the UK Official Independent Album Chart Top 20, gaining over 120K streams in its first week alone. It features two Planet Rock playlisted tracks – ‘Constellations’ and ‘Bullets’ – plus ‘Days Are Gone’, which was featured on the BBC Radio 2 Rock Show.

Hutchinson takes the album on the road throughout 2024, building on a 10 year touring career that has included multiple headline tours of the UK, America, Brazil, Spain and Czech Republic, plus festival appearances in Germany, Switzerland and France.

“Gritty riffs and blazing solos.” (Planet Rock)

“Tough, immediate and rockin’. Hutchinson was born to sing soul and blues.” (Classic Rock Magazine)

“An angst-ridden blaze of creative glory.” (Rush On Rock)

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THE HIP PRIESTS - FINAL LONDON SHOW
Nov
8
7:00 PM19:00

THE HIP PRIESTS - FINAL LONDON SHOW

THE HIP PRIESTS
https://www.facebook.com/thehippriests/

SCUMBAG MILLIONAIRE
https://www.facebook.com/ScumbagMillionaire/

NEW SAINTS (ex-Bitch Queens)
https://www.facebook.com/newsaints.official

“Bring your drinking, dancing and crying shoes people. Let's do the nihilist twist one last time! The Hip Priests final ever London show!

After 18 years of blood, sweat and jeers they thought they should finally retire to their well stocked mansions and let some other UK garage punk rock, roll, whatever bands step up to the plate and get a look in (Haha) ;)”  - The Hip Priests

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SUNROT + BISMUTH
Apr
25
7:00 PM19:00

SUNROT + BISMUTH

Human_Disease_Promotions + The Black Heart in assoc with Swamp Bookings present…

SUNROT
https://sunrot.bandcamp.com/
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BISMUTH
https://bismuthslow.bandcamp.com/
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GRANDAD
https://grandadband.bandcamp.com/

A co-headliner of the filthiest order comes tearing into Camden Town next month as New Jersey dirge-dwellers SUNROT team with longtime Black Heart favourites BISMUTH. We’re still spinning SUNROT’s ‘The Unfailing Rope’ from last year on the regular over here, you should be too. GRANDAD now added as openers - Don’t sleep on this!

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WINTER HOTEL
Apr
20
7:00 PM19:00

WINTER HOTEL

WINTER HOTEL
https://winterhotel.bandcamp.com/

SWARMED
https://www.instagram.com/swarmed_uk/

BLYTH ROAD
https://www.instagram.com/blythroad/

IRIDIUM
https://www.instagram.com/iridiumofficial/

Formed in late 2017, London’s Winter Hotel have created a hard-hitting, emotive brand of Alternative Metal, mixing characteristics typically found in genres like Slamming/Brutal/Death Metal with those of Post-Hardcore, Metalcore and Midwest Emo, removing the boundaries between metal’s vast spectrum of sub-genres. Drawing from human nature and real life events, all of the band’s works stem beyond music; creating a world of poetry, prose and audio that combine to tell strong narratives that dig beneath the surface of what it means to be human.

The band’s latest release 'Of Loving. In Ending' is the completing act of narrative trilogy EP 'To Burn Beneath the Spotlight'. With themes of desperation, freedom, relief, finality and closure, the track brings the story told in the opening 2 performances to a close, as the audience sits for an evening spectating decades of a life never asked for, and never desired. Accompanied by a theatric music video (brought to life by Hauscreative and premiered on Spaceuntravel) that sees the band perform in the very setting in which the story is being told, the 7 minute finale flows through an impassioned sequence of sections and events, fully showcasing every weapon that the band has gathered in their arsenal since their inception and taking note from a range of rock and metal influences throughout the track.

With an ever-increasing live presence, including recent appearances alongside Red Method, Borders and Organectomy and a festival debut at UK Tech-Fest’s Techabilitation, the band will spend 2024 taking the performance of ’To Burn Beneath The Spotlight’ for the last time, looking to cement themselves as one of the most promising up-and-comers in the UK metal scene.

"Winter Hotel is one of the most unique bands that this writer has had the pleasure of reviewing. 

Their seamless blend of hardcore rhythms, harmonically-driven riffs, and death metal inspired vocals are truly a sound to behold and become enveloped in.” - Ghost Killer Entertainment

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MOUNTAIN CALLER - 'HYPERGENESIS' RELEASE SHOW
Apr
19
7:00 PM19:00

MOUNTAIN CALLER - 'HYPERGENESIS' RELEASE SHOW

Human_Disease_Promo & R.A.T Promotions in assoc with Atonal Agency present…

MOUNTAIN CALLER
https://mountaincaller.bandcamp.com/

Plus special guests

LORE OF THE WOODMAN
https://loreofthewoodman.bandcamp.com/

The mighty MOUNTAIN CALLER are returning to headline The Black Heart in April to celebrate the release of their incredible new album ‘Chronicle II: Hypergenesis’! We’ve been blessed enough to have ‘em here a few times over the years, but with this set of new material we really can’t wait to have ‘em back. 

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BODY VOID + EYE FLYS
Apr
16
7:00 PM19:00

BODY VOID + EYE FLYS

The Black Heart & Human_Disease_Promo in assoc with Swamp Booking present…

BODY VOID
https://bodyvoid.bandcamp.com/album/atrocity-machine

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EYE FLYS
https://eyeflys.bandcamp.com/album/eye-flys-2

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ABSENT SIGNIFIER
https://www.instagram.com/absentsignifierband

A few years on from pulverising everyone in attendance here for a matinee show that’s still ringing in our ears, San Francisco trio BODY VOID will be bringing guttural greatness to Camden Town once more! PLUS they’re bringing Philadelphia punishers EYE FLYS along with em - just to make aaaabsolutely sure you’re left feeling pulverised.

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STUCK
Apr
13
7:00 PM19:00

STUCK

The Black Heart in assoc with Swamp Booking presents…

STUCK
https://www.instagram.com/stuck.chi

Plus guests

YARRAMAN
https://www.instagram.com/yarraman.band/

Chicago post-punks STUCK, not content with playing London just the once at the New Cross Inn on Tuesday have stuck around (ha!) and will be rocking up here on Saturday night for a second round of jagged fury!

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DESERT STORM
Apr
2
7:00 PM19:00

DESERT STORM

Born Again Concerts in assoc with Buried In Smoke present

DESERT STORM
https://www.facebook.com/desertstormuk

+ guests

FAMYNE
https://www.facebook.com/famyneuk

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SEDULUS
https://www.facebook.com/seduluslondon

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Desert Storm are a four-piece progressive metal band, that combines elements of sludge, groove, stoner and post metal. The band have been wielding crushing riffs and grooves into earholes around the world for the past 17 years. Hailing from Oxford, the city of screaming spires, Desert Storm deliver their own unique brand of heavy music. Their sound is loud, punishing and unforgiving, but also woven with elation and electrical ecstasy. 

Their latest album 'Death Rattle', was recorded & mixed at the beautiful Woodworm Studios in Oxfordshire by Steve 'Geezer' Watkins. The studio used to be owned by legendary folk band Fairport Convention, and in recent years has seen the likes of Tony Iommi & Rob Halford recording there. 

Over the years Desert Storm have been out on countless headline tours and have rocked many festival stages, including a main stage slot at this Bloodstock Open Air 2024.

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MORASS OF MOLASSES
Mar
31
5:30 PM17:30

MORASS OF MOLASSES

The Black Heart presents…

MORASS OF MOLASSES
https://morassofmolasses.bandcamp.com/album/end-all-we-know

PURPLE KONG
https://purplekong.bandcamp.com/album/blood-lightning

RED EYED CULT
https://redeyedcult.bandcamp.com/album/unit-61

CROWGOD
https://crowgod.bandcamp.com/

FUNERAL WITCH BLUES
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082431804134

'Morass Of Molasses hit the road again this Easter for ‘The Spiral Path Tour’. Continuing to celebrate the album ‘End All We Know’ released last year via Ripple Music, while adding in new material which nods towards a future forth album on the horizon.  Expect the usual energetic frenzy while they re-visiting familiar places, but also bring new venues into the fold.’

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SIREN'S CAVE (CLUBNIGHT)
Mar
30
to Mar 31

SIREN'S CAVE (CLUBNIGHT)

Siren’s Cave returns with their Mermaid/Underwater themed event offering DarkWave, Electro, Goth, Synthpop, Post Punk & New Romantic among other similar alternative genres.

DJs A Strange Synthesis and Dave KITCAT will be joining Dragon and Skintight SJ, playing some of the usual favourites amongst some tracks not so regularly heard; but we're sure you know.

Please enjoy this edition of the Siren’s Cave experience, and you're welcome to keep up to date with photos, playlists and future events on the Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088889724290

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SAN VITO RYDER
Mar
29
7:00 PM19:00

SAN VITO RYDER

Night V & Yuck Present…

SAN VITO RYDER AND THE CHURCHBELL SILENCERS
https://www.instagram.com/sanvitoryder

Plus special guests…

THE COLD BLOODED HEARTS
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KRISTIAN BELL (The Wytches)
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SNM

SAN VITO RYDER’s Debut EP, TASTE MY CHARM, produced by Luke Oldfield (The Wytches, Metronomy) will be released on 15 March. Also joined by The Wytches’ Kristian Bell who - in debut single, TREE LILY - reveals “She wants death, but she wants to survive it”.

Stemming from your lust for picturesque punk, SAN VITO RYDER dances with your unspoken romance and pleasure cut cults.

THE COLD BLOODED HEARTS have been together 8 years. Fronted by Gareth Ainsworth, with the endless musical talents of guitarist/songwriter/producer Lee-van Sargeant formerly of ‘Dog Chewed the Handle’ (alongside Ainsworth), Ron Campbell on bass and Sam ‘shuffla’ Brice on drums. 

This 4 piece  rock n roll band released their debut album ‘The Cold Light of Day’ in July 23’ on the Cherry Red Records label, to a host of positive reviews. Collaborating on the album (keys/co producing) is non other than Geoff Downes of YES and Supergroup ASIA. Fast paced and emotive, The Cold Blooded Hearts will definitely put on a show!

KRISTIAN BELL, best known for providing distinctive lead vocals and guitar for his grungy/psychedelic band The Wytches, has released his first solo album, entitled 'Backfire' on the band’s own label Cable Code Records. 

Since the release of The Wytches’ debut album 'Annabel Dream Reader' in 2014, the band have been consistently working with a DIY ethic that bleeds into their music perfectly.

SNM are a British hard hitting rock band. They’ve been performing since January 2023 and have been killing the London music scene ever since. Their endless passion, energy and talent makes their performances some of the most memorable and invigorating out there. All that was left was for them to release their songs. And it’s finally happening…

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MASTIFF
Mar
27
7:00 PM19:00

MASTIFF

The Black Heart in assoc with Atonal Music Agency present…

MASTIFF
https://mastiffhchc.bandcamp.com/music


Plus guests
BLACK GROOVE
https://www.instagram.com/blackgrooveband

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YERSIN
https://www.instagram.com/yersinband/

Hull heavyweights, MASTIFF, are packing the sludgehammer and heading for Camden Town in March! This lot rule - which is why we've put 'em on a few times now over the years - and we're stoked to be welcoming 'em back. Support comes from Southern sludgy doommerchants BLACK GROOVE and Northern extreme metal outfit YERSIN

This one's going to be miserable. But, y'know, the kinda miserable we love.

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BATTERY ACID
Mar
22
7:00 PM19:00

BATTERY ACID

Platform ‘96 presents…

BATTERY ACID
https://www.instagram.com/battery.acid.band/

BRIOCHE
https://www.instagram.com/briocheband/

REAWAKEN
https://www.instagram.com/reawakenband

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🔋 Battery Acid - The Locomotive of Alt/Rock Fusion

Hailing from the UK, Battery Acid brings a sonic locomotion with their unique blend of folk, punk, and metal influences. Their grungy guitar tones, infectious chord progressions, and haunting melodies promise to be the steam engine propelling the rock scene forward. Fresh off the success of their debut single 'Battery Acid' and follow-up 'Disposable,' this is a band on the rails, set to captivate hearts and playlists alike.

🌟 Reawaken - A Symphonic Journey Down the Tracks
Southampton's own Reawaken is set to enchant with their hard-hitting sound. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Halestorm, Flyleaf, Alter Bridge, and The Pretty Reckless, their harmonious eerie tones promise a scenic route through musical landscapes. Get ready for a journey down the tracks of soul-stirring performances.

🥐 Brioche - Sibling Duo Rocking the Railroads
Meet Brioche, the dynamic brother-sister punk rock duo ready to roll through simplicity and originality. Nile's fat riffs and catchy hooks, paired with SJ's powerhouse drumming, create a dynamic sound that is both comedic and deep. After the success of their first EP "Wys?" and debut album "Party," Brioche is on track to take over the live rock scene with their electrifying presence.

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YOU WIN AGAIN GRAVITY
Mar
21
7:00 PM19:00

YOU WIN AGAIN GRAVITY

YOU WIN AGAIN GRAVITY
https://youwinagaingravity.bandcamp.com/
Progressive five-piece You Win Again Gravity are on a roll. With singles streaming out this year, momentum is on their side, 2023 has given an eager audience a taste of what's to come. Early reviews of their second album "Into the Dancing Blue" agree that the level of songwriting proficiency on show is at an extremely high level, while the evolution of their intelligent hardcore continues unbound.

Plus…

AVERTED
https://avertedband.com/

KARAB
https://www.facebook.com/karabband

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DEATH GOALS
Mar
17
7:00 PM19:00

DEATH GOALS

The Black Heart & Pissgutter Promotions, in aid of Mermaids UK, Present…

DEATH GOALS
https://deathgoals.bandcamp.com/
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GOOD COP
https://goodcophxc.bandcamp.com/
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VICTIM UNIT
https://victimunit.bandcamp.com/

In support of MERMAIDS UK
https://mermaidsuk.org.uk/

Death Goals

Death Goals are a two-piece queercore band from the United Kingdom, consisting of Harry Bailey (guitar/vocals) and George Milner (drums/vocals). Combining elements of chaotic hardcore, post-hardcore & screamo with pop hooks, the duo self-released their first LP 'The Horrible And The Miserable' in 2021, followed by their sophomore album 'A Garden Of Dead Flowers' in May 2023 on Prosthetic Records. With multiple UK headline tours, support slots for Heck & Portrayal Of Guilt and festival slots (Arctangent, No Play, Burn It Down) under their belt, Death Goals are an abrasive force to be reckoned with. 

Good Cop

Good Cop are a queer chaotic hardcore band from the rolling hillocks of Hertfordshire. Combining elements of grind, punk, emo, and hardcore to form an undiluted and perpetually pissed off cacophony of anarchosocialist noise.

Victim Unit

Liverpool based, cyber-grind queercore duo ‘Victim Unit’s amalgamation of harsh primal noise and disturbingly fierce riffs will leave you breathless and questioning how this sound can come from two gays and a drum machine. Their ethos is building a space for queer folx, SA survivors and people afflicted with mental health to collectively and safely come together to grieve our traumas and celebrate our identities. 

Mermaids

Mermaids has been supporting trans, non-binary, and gender-questioning youth and the important people in their lives since 1995, under the principle that transgender, non-binary and gender-diverse children deserve the freedom and confidence to explore their gender identity wherever their journey takes them, free from fear, isolation and discrimination.

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