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Horses on the Beach & Long Tonic
Horses on the Beach blend Latin and Balkan jazz, hip-hop, ska, and more — a mix they’ve been writing, producing, and performing for the past five years. Plus. indie/blues rock from Long Tonic.
Friday 3rd July 2026 | 8pm
@ The Barrel House Ballroom
Tickets:
£14 (+fee) - Full price
£16 (+fee) - Feeling generous (more money to musicians)
£12 (+fee) - A little cheaper (for those who need it)

Horses On The Beach

Horses On The Beach was born from the union of four individuals who all share a compulsive urge to make people dance. Performing live music has become their only socially acceptable outlet for this need — and in doing so, it’s helped them find some much-needed stability. They’re looking forward to a future where more people are dancing than not, and they hope to help tip the balance.

With eclectic influences like The Cat Empire, Paramore and Ezra Collective, it’s no surprise that HOTB’s live shows hit hard. Towering horn lines glide over dynamic compositions that move effortlessly from blazing choruses to delicate interludes and back again. Their sound blends Latin and Balkan jazz, hip-hop, ska, and more — a mix they’ve been writing, producing, and performing for the past five years.

They’ve taken this energy-packed show on the road across the UK, lighting up festivals like Wonderfields, Port Eliot, and Boomtown, earning praise for both their musical range and magnetic stage presence.

horsesonthebeach.co.uk

instagram.com/hotbofficial

“Up-and-coming band Horses on the Beach have a fantastic energy on stage! They’re engaging to watch as well as listen to and manage to marry up funk influences of old with a youthful optimism most of us have long since left behind.” – Rob Crisp, Power FM

“Is there a better young band on the circuit? Neigh!” – Andy Quick, Land Of The Giants

Long Tonic

Long Tonic was born in the depths of Cornwall, where they honed their unique take on the indie/blues rock genre amongst the lush landscapes and innovative spirit present in the Falmouth music scene. After moving to Bristol in 2021 they quickly gained a following throughout the city for their high-energy live shows. Screaming guitar riffs and trumpet hooks face off against soulful lyrics about finding your way in a world of chaos, all comfortably nested in the grooviest of pockets.

instagram.com/longtonicofficial

“One of the most charismatic and energetic acts I have seen in my time in Bristol” – The Epigram

“From note-one they had the audience moving. Their latest single is a testament to the band’s shining talent.” – Tom Tozer, Music Journalist

“The groove infused Long Tonic, a band oozing cool. The mellowed sound matched with wailing guitars encompasses life on the coast. It’s music for when you’re pining for those summer days. It’s effortlessly relaxed, similar to bands such as Ocean Alley or Sticky Fingers.” – Kieran Webber, Editor in Chief, Clunk Magazine

These kids have really got some groove!” – Ed’s Mum, Devon

“Long who?” – Dave, Bristol

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