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Gentleman’s Dub Club
Supported by Year Of The Dog
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LAST ENTRY AT 10PM
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Gentleman’s Dub Club
Formed in Leeds in 2006, Gentleman’s Dub Club (GDC) has spent two decades at the forefront of the UK’s dub and reggae landscape. What began as a eight-piece ensemble in a Headingley basement has evolved into an internationally touring outfit, recognized for a high-output studio discography and a live show that bridges the gap between traditional roots reggae and modern bass music.
Foundation and Institutional Support
The band’s origins are rooted in sound system culture, specifically inspired by the Iration Steppas, and the long-running SubDub nights in Leeds. This foundational focus on low-end theory earned them early and sustained backing from the UK’s primary reggae tastemakers.
Notably, the band has been consistently championed by David Rodigan MBE, who has labeled them "one of the most energetic and exciting live bands in the country." Their music has been a staple on BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra, receiving rotation from figures including Don Letts, Huw Stephens, and Mistajam.
Collaborative History & Discography
Studio Collaborations: The band has recorded with legendary vocalists and producers including Bitty McLean, Hollie Cook, Lady Chann, and Kiko Bun.
The Nextmen: In 2018, they released the collaborative album Pound for Pound with The Nextmen, featuring guests such as Chali 2na (Jurassic 5), Joe Dukie (Fat Freddy’s Drop), and Gardna.
Remixes & Jungle: Their catalog has been reworked by industry heavyweights like Mungo’s Hi Fi, Prince Fatty, and London Elektricity, reflecting their cross-genre appeal within the DnB and Jungle scenes.
Twenty Years on Stage
Since their debut EP Members Only (2009) and their breakthrough full-length FOURtyFOUR (2013), the Gents have maintained one of the most rigorous touring schedules in the industry. Their 20-year milestone follows performances at Glastonbury, Outlook Festival (Croatia), Boomtown Fair, Boardmasters, the West Coast America, India, Rototom, Summer Jam, to name a few.
With eight studio albums to their name—primarily released through the influential Easy Star Records—the band enters 2026 with their core lineup largely intact, continuing to serve as a vital link between the heritage of UK dub and its future evolution.
Year of the Dog
Year of the Dog are a brass-house-soul powerhouse, blending magnetic energy with a soulful edge to create a live experience that moves both bodies and hearts.
Hailing from Cardiff and Bristol, their home-stage roots run deep, packing out iconic venues such as The Globe and Thekla. Storming across the festival scene, Year of the Dog continues to prove why they’re one of the most exciting bands to watch. From their early days at the Royal Welsh
College of Music and Drama in 2018 to wowing audiences at Kendal Calling, Cheltenham Jazz, Cardiff LGBTQ+ Pride, and across Europe, this BBC Introducingbacked band is building a reputation that transcends borders.
2026 is a landmark year for the six-piece, releasing their highly anticipated debut album, Break Loose, produced by Abbey Road’s Rob Cass, recorded at Rockfield Studios (Queen, Oasis, Coldplay), and crowdfunded by their ever-growing fanbase.
The five-piece who formed at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 2018 (the last Year of the Dog in the Chinese zodiac calendar) are also recognised for their star appearance as Swing Band in Netflix’s smash hit series, Sex Education, performing single Run These Streets in series 1, ep 3.