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The Skids / Theatre Of Hate in Newcastle
Boiler Shop in Newcastle upon TyneFri, Nov 6, 2026 · 07:00 PM
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The Skids / Theatre Of Hate is a Music / Rock / Pop event at Boiler Shop in Newcastle upon Tyne.
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Two iconic post-punk bands share the stage for a night of raw energy and anthemic choruses. The Skids, known for their explosive live shows and classics like "Into the Valley," bring their Scottish punk pedigree to Newcastle. Theatre of Hate, fronted by the charismatic Kirk Brandon, deliver their signature dark, driving sound that defined the early 80s.
Attendees can expect a high-voltage double bill spanning decades of punk and post-punk history. Both bands have maintained a loyal following, and this co-headline event promises a setlist packed with fan favorites and deep cuts. The atmosphere will be electric as two generations of punk rock collide in an intimate venue setting.
For fans of authentic, no-frills punk rock, this is a rare opportunity to see two influential acts on the same bill. The energy of a live punk show, combined with the legacy of these bands, makes for a compelling night out in Newcastle.
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The Skids
Skids are a Scottish punk rock and new wave band, formed in Dunfermline in 1977 by Stuart Adamson, William Simpson, Thomas Kellichan (drums) and Richard Jobson. Their biggest successes were the 1979 single "Into the Valley" and the 1980 album The Absolute Game.
Theatre of Hate
Theatre of Hate are a British post-punk band formed in London, England, in 1980.
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Boiler Shop in Newcastle upon Tyne
Boiler Shop in Newcastle upon Tyne
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