September is looking seriously good for live music in Plymouth. Our Music Ambassador Grace Lightman is back with another selection of gigs worth getting out for, spanning grassroots bands, outdoor live music, a huge community street party and an EP launch — plus a gig from Grace herself.
Here are Grace’s picks for the month and all the links you need to find out more.
11 September – Oral Habit + 219 Special + Cool Ant @ The Underground
Sweet Jeans presents a triple bill at The Underground, with Oral Habit joined by 219 Special and Cool Ant. If discovering grassroots artists and supporting independent promoters and venues is your thing, get this one in the diary.
11 September – Grace Lightman + Special Guests @ Nook Houseplants
You can also catch our very own Plymouth Music Ambassador Grace Lightman live this month. Grace heads to Nook Houseplants for an intimate Friday night performance alongside special guests, bringing live music into one of the city's most unusual little venues.
Tickets and information from Nook Houseplants
12 September – SunDogs, Badcore Horns + Ruby Thomas @ The Amphitheatre, Armada Way
Live music heads outdoors with SunDogs, Badcore Horns and Ruby Thomas taking to the Amphitheatre on Armada Way. It's a chance to enjoy live music right in the heart of the city and discover some brilliant local sounds along the way.
Find out more on Visit Plymouth
20 September – Union Street Party
One of Plymouth's great community celebrations returns to Union Street, and naturally Grace has it on her September list.
This year's music includes Ez Dickens, Reel Steel, The Big Friendly Street Band, Taiko drummers, Marmalade Jam, Regadee, the Arash Torabi Reggae Set and Modern Life. With sounds and influences from around the globe, there's plenty to discover throughout the day — alongside everything else that makes the Union Street Party such a special Plymouth event.
Find out more about Union Street Party
26 September – Marianne Joyce ‘Every Cloud’ EP Launch @ Barbican Theatre
Round off the month with Marianne Joyce, who celebrates the release of her EP Every Cloud with a special full-band launch show at Barbican Theatre.
Marianne will be joined by Bristol alt-folk artist Old Moll, making this a lovely choice for anyone looking for independent folk and emerging songwriting talent.
What should Grace see next?
Grace's monthly picks are about celebrating the breadth of Plymouth's music scene — particularly the artists, promoters, venues and grassroots nights you might not otherwise discover.
If there's a gig, band, artist or music night you think Grace should know about, tell us. Comment on Grace's reel or send her a DM with your recommendations and you might see your pick featured in a future guide.
