Jake Bugg
+ STONE
Main Space
Thu 23 May 24 10am Advance Priority Booking for Champion, Icon and Legend members
Thu 23 May 24 2pm Priority Booking for all members
Fri 24 May 24 10am General Public Booking
Doors: 7pm
Curfew: 11pm
Please note: Stage times are subject to change and published where available.
Fees are 12% + a £2 restoration levy per ticket
Latecomers will be admitted throughout
Under-16s to be accompanied by an adult, Under-14s to be accompanied by an adult and in seated areas only
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Jake Bugg returns with his fiery and engaged sixth album, A Modern Day Distraction. This record marks a return to his roots, blending rock-driven sounds with poignant lyrics that reflect societal frustrations and injustices. His manifesto-setting single, Zombieland, delivers a powerful punch with its Beatles-via-Nirvana riff, highlighting the struggles of everyday life.
Bugg’s previous album, Saturday Night, Sunday Morning, leaned towards pop and dance, offering escapism. In contrast, A Modern Day Distraction tackles real-world issues head-on, drawing inspiration from the likes of Green Day’s American Idiot. Bugg’s songs tell stories of his life and the people he knows, addressing societal inequality and the relentless grind of working to live.
Tracks like All Kinds Of People and Instant Satisfaction reflect a yearning for purpose and relief, while Never Said Goodbye offers a touching tribute to lost loved ones. Fresh off a tour with Liam Gallagher and John Squire, Bugg is energized and ready for what lies ahead, believing his best work is still to come.