Derby Unplugged
U16 must be accompanied by an adult
Sun 3 May
Derby Arena
Prices: £21
Running Time: 8 hours - approximate, including any interval(s).
About the Event
Get ready for a day jam-packed with local talent…
Local music company RatCat and Derby LIVE present Derby Unplugged — a musical celebration bringing the city’s best up-and-coming bands to the big stage! From indie anthems to rock riffs, this is a celebration of Derby’s thriving music scene — raw, real, and right on your doorstep!
Enjoy 8 hours of live music from the afternoon into the evening, showcasing incredible artists from Derby and the surrounding areas, all in one unforgettable event.
Artists such as The Public Eye, Leah Wilcox, Daisy Peacock, Shadows of a Silhouette and The Last Orders with be taking to the stage, with more acts to be announced soon!
Come discover the future sounds of the city. This is your chance to support homegrown greatness!
Artist infomation
The Public Eye
The Public Eye are a Derby-born indie/alt-rock band formed in 2021, made up of Joey Greener, Jonah Radford, Cavan Brady, Zack Bednall and Charlie Royle. Influenced early on by The Strokes and Bloc Party, and now inspired by the likes of Fontaines D.C. and The Night Café, they’ve carved out a raw, evolving sound that stands firmly on its own. With the weight of Derby’s often-overlooked music scene behind them, The Public Eye have become a standout representation of the city’s rising talent. Their latest EP, Éternel Romantique, is a tender exploration of love in all its forms. Drawing inspiration from George Orwell’s 1984, Snapchat culture and the hazy world of afterparties, the five-track collection dives into the complexities of connection in young adulthood. The EP has already surpassed 110,,000 streams and received strong support from BBC Introducing. The band have also supported The Reytons, The Mercians, The Manatees and Kelsy Karter & The Heroines, with festival appearances at Isle of Wight and Y Not.
Shadows of a Silhouette
Shadows of a Silhouette are a raw and unapologetic alternative rock band from Alfreton, Derbyshire. Blending the grit of grunge with the power of modern alt rock, their sound is a reflection of their working-class roots; honest, bold, and built to hit hard.Their debut LP, For Those That Know..., recorded at the legendary Motor Museum in Liverpool with acclaimed producer Al Groves (Bring Me the Horizon, Cast), marks them as a serious force in the UK’s alt scene, but it's on stage where they truly come alive.Known for electric, high-energy live shows, the band had played the Main Stage at Y Not Festival and headlined the Hog and Barrel Stage in 2024. Their sold out headline Dubrek Studios show in Derby in September 2025 is proof of their growing, loyal following.
Leah Wilcox
Midland's own Leah Wilcox is a gritty glitterball of a songwriter. A mix of dark romance, fun and quirk, she shares songs of love and the female experience in her unique Indie Pop-rock style. Starting at open mics at 15, Leah began borrowing equipment from school for pub gigs until she could buy her first acoustic guitar. Now, at 21, Leah's hazy sound is rooted in an Indie Americana landscape she likes to call 'Countrygaze-Pop', drawing on 70s sounds to share her journey through life. Alongside her sparkling band she dotingly nicknames 'her chikas' expect a set with edge, dashes of choreography, elegance, and energy.
Recently featuring on BBC Radio with her new releases and making major appearances at festivals like TRUCK Festival, YNOT, Splendour, The Great Escape, Leestock, the SXSWL Roadshow and Moseley Folk & Arts Festival, Leah's sound is an amalgamation of artists like CMAT, Slow Pulp, Lola Young, Bôa, Fleetwood Mac, Wunderhorse, Big Thief.
The Last Orders
From the rolling hills of Derbyshire emerges The Last Orders, a powerhouse of indie rock and punk that's as raw as it is electrifying.
Drawing influence from legendary bands like The Stone Roses, The Sex Pistols, The Libertines, Arctic Monkeys, The Jam, and Led Zeppelin, they craft a sound that's equal parts melodic and rebellious. With a striking mod-punk aesthetic and a fiery live presence, their music captures the essence of British rock's golden eras while driving it boldly into the future. Every performance is a visceral experience— gritty, passionate, and unapologetically authentic.
Daisy Peacock
Daisy Peacock is a rising indie pop artist bringing a fresh burst of fun, wit, and heartfelt honesty to the UK music scene. Bursting onto the scene with her debut single 'You Don't Want Me Enough', Daisy earnt herself top 10 spots in both Song Academy's Young Songwriter Competition 2024 and Citrus Records' Songs of the Year list. Hailed by Bruadarach Music as "early Taylor Swift vibes, but with a super fresh, exciting edge," Daisy is quickly becoming one to watch. Her music blends catchy melodies with clever, emotionally charged lyrics— perfect for fans of Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and Nieve Ella. Whether performing solo, where her sharp lyricism shines, or fronting a full band, Daisy brings an infectious energy to the stage- turning a generation's frustrations into music you can't help but dance- and laugh- along to.
Eighty Eight Miles
Leading a new generation of female-fronted bands, Eighty Eight Miles are a colourful, infectious indie pop/rock collective from the Midlands, UK. With their name originating from the hit movie trilogy Back to the Future, the foundation of their music is built upon a wide variety of inspirations such as Fleetwood Mac, The Beach Boys, Blossoms, Declan McKenna and The Mamas & The Papas.
Archy and the Astronauts
Archy & the Astronauts are a high-energy alt-rock trio blending heavy riffs with melodic hooks, drawing comparisons to Royal Blood, Paramore and Nothing But Thieves. They have opened the main stage at Splendour Festival, played the iconic Rock City, and built a reputation for explosive live shows. Their 2024 debut EP earned over 30,000 streams and national support from BBC Introducing. Along with sold shows, the band have also gained backing from Kerrang! Radio, and were named among Kerrang! x Marshall’s The Deal Top 10 finalists. With growing audiences in the UK and US following their New York debut, Archy & the Astronauts are fast emerging as one of the UK’s most exciting new rock acts.
Electric Pets
Weaving a rich tapestry of mature dark-pop with garage rock swagger, Electric Pets unashamedly draw influence from the foundations of rock n'roll history and framing it firmly with a twenty-first century styling. It's all here: the distinctive twang of rockabilly and surf, breathy '60s-girl-group-vocals, Joe Meek-esque retro-futurist-electronica and bluesy fuzzed out JackWhite-like riffs. The band formed in 2019 as vocalist Emma Buckley tired of the solo acoustic circuit just as guitarist Phil Wagg and bassist Pete Darrington (also of Cable and GodNo!, and co-founder of Reckless Yes) wound up The Hudson Super Six. Joined by drummer Adam Grace they began writing together while listening to classics from all genres and eras. Rock, pop, indie, soul, blues and even country. Having felt restricted by the styles they'd previously worked in, they made a pact: no genre was off the table and the song was king. The approach would be similar to how it was at the dawn of pop, before music journalism compartmentalised everything to the n'th degree. There should be nothing shameful about listening to Dolly Parton one minute and Slayer the next while drawing inspiration from both.
Jemma Johnson
Emerging UK singer Jemma Johnson writes emotive songs and performs them with an intensity that commands any room. She says “Music has always been my escape from the chaos and the best way to express intense emotions.” Jemma, a self-taught multi-instrumentalist, has been developing her unique take on songwriting while gigging with an extensive list of artists including: Charlie Simpson, Beth McCarthy, James Walsh, The Dunwells, Sunny Sweeney,Kezia Gill, Girlband!,Sofy, Finn Forster, Andrew Cushin, Tiffany and The Deep Blue. Jemma has played at festivals including Tramlines, Y-Not, The Rising, Live At The Hall (BBC Introducing Stage) as well as her first gig in France at MiCannes Festival. Previous releases have landed Spotify curated playlists as well as Radio 1, BBC Introducing and Radio X plays. With a growing fanbase and a string of releases under her belt, Jemma is proving that her incredible songwriting and artistic vision demands attention.
Lucille
Led by the commanding vocals of Carl North, the band brings classic soul into the modern spotlight. Scott Greensmith’s guitar work weaves warmth, grit, and melody, while Ben Tennett’s drums drive the sound with deep pocket and relentless groove. Drawing inspiration from The Sacred Souls and Durand Jones & The Indications, their music fuses vintage soul with contemporary edge—rich melodies & raw emotion.
Dates & Tickets
Derby Unplugged
Prices & Offers
- Standard £21
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