Eight young music acts from Plymouth have been selected to help shape the sound of the city this summer, as Plymouth City Centre New Music 2026 unveils the artists chosen for its first year.

Grace Lightman’s February gig guide features a brilliant mix of folk, punk, metalcore, and community-driven events. From Canadian singer-songwriters to hardcore nights and open mics, it’s a celebration of Plymouth’s live music scene.

What’s on in Plymouth this weekend? Here’s our weekly gig guide for live music in Plymouth in collaboration with Ocean City Radio.