#31 Six Barrel Drafthouse — Hockley Hustle

IndieDreamyBands

Step-free entrance is a separate ramped door, not the main entrance

2pm–10pm

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Playback's bill at Six Barrel: singer-songwriters in the afternoon, bands in the evening. Indie, alt-pop, dream pop, countrygaze and modern rock, on the hour from 2pm.

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Afternoon

Joshua Todd

A Nottingham-based composer and performer, Joshua Todd weaves indie, new-wave, and alternative influences into a rich musical palette. Backed by signature self-recorded tracks, his live sets range from intimate solo performances to full-band energy.

Indie

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Leah Wilcox

Rooted in a British countrygaze and ambient folk landscape, Derbyshire's Leah Wilcox pairs an earthy, dreamy sound with heartfelt lyricism. Her angelic yet gritty vocals offer a deeply soulful take on the singer-songwriter tradition.

ShoegazeIndieFolk

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Lara Elise Grant

Singer-songwriter Lara Elise Grant delivers a soft, melancholic sound driven by deeply emotional lyrics. Drawing inspiration from Lana Del Rey and Arlo Parks, her intimate live sets explore themes of youth, loss, and self-discovery.

Singer-songwriterPop

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Evening

Isaac Neilson

Currently playing a live show every single day of 2026, Isaac Neilson is a fiercely independent artist on a massive mission. Entirely self-funded and label-free, his relentless "gig a day" journey is building incredible grassroots momentum ahead of his debut album in 2027.

Indie

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Sundress

Sundress perfectly blends dream pop with 90s alternative influences. Built on jangly guitars and ethereal vocals, they bring a modern edge to nostalgic indie songwriting.

Dream popIndiePop

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Jakiboi

Blending lo-fi and rock influences, Jakiboi is an indie singer known for his gentle, atmospheric approach. Tackling deeply human topics, his music delivers a distinctively calm and euphoric listening experience.

IndieRock

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Emily Alice

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Late

Tom Hewitt

A local up-and-coming alt-pop artist, Tom Hewitt combines emotionally charged vocals with upbeat, catchy melodies. His intense, vulnerable voice draws audiences into a highly immersive live pop experience.

Alt-popIndiePop

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Archy & The Astronauts

Delivering gritty riffs and a driving wall of sound, Archy & The Astronauts are an explosive modern rock act. Pulling heavy influence from bands like Queens of the Stone Age and Royal Blood, they pair hard-hitting live energy with sharp lyricism and massive hooks.

Rock

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Times may change. Check back before you head over.

Good to know

Doors: midday–11pm
Age: Under 18s till 7pm
Food: None here
Capacity: 100 people

AccessibilityStep-free entry · step-free to the stage2/6

Assistance dogs welcome.

Step-free entry
Separate accessible entrance at the front: tell door staff on arrival and they'll unlock it
Step-free to the performance area
Bar area is accessible. Venue earlier said the route is hard to use at full capacity
No accessible toilet
One step up to the toilet area; men's has a further step inside, women's doesn't
No drop-off point
No quiet area
No baby changing

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About Six Barrel Drafthouse

"We are passionate about beer, we work with independent breweries across the UK to offer our customers a fantastic choice and opportunity, to enjoy the UK's finest ales in a unique & inclusive space." Six hand pumps and as many craft taps in a converted old pub on Carlton Street, coffee by day, run by the same people as Bunkers Hill. "Opened in November 2016 but feels like it's been there a lot longer."

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