Combining reggae, fusion and punk, Jah Wobble has entranced with his hypnotic bass riffs for over four decades as one of Britain’s most distinct bass players.
Combining reggae, fusion and punk, Jah Wobble has entranced with his hypnotic bass riffs for over four decades as one of Britain’s most distinct bass players. Born John Wardle, the nickname was given to him by Sid Vicious following an evening of drunken antics. Sid Vicious then went on to give Jah his first ever bass guitar. As a bassist, Jah Wobble is well known as one of the founding members and ultimately the back bone of the legendary Public Image Limited (PiL) during the early years. Whilst working with John Lyndon, Keith Levene and Jim Walker, Jah’s notoriously powerful low end bass created PiL’s debut album Public Image: First Issue, which included the band’s first Top 10 single as well as their prestigious second album Metal Box, which included the post-punk classic Death Disco.
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The legendary, bone-shaking Mexican Night of the Dead Ball is back and bigger than ever for 2026! Hosted by the highly acclaimed Rambunctious Social Club, this annual immersive bonanza summons the spirit of Mictlán with a riot of mariachi, cumbia, and pure punk soul.
Saturday 7th November 2026 | 8pm
An Dannsa Dub – Future Dub from Ancient Scotland
Live Music
Blending traditional Scottish folk with dub reggae and modern dance music, An Dannsa Dub create a powerful, genre-defying sound rooted in ancient Gaelic and West African rhythms.
Sunday 8th November 2026 | 7:30pm
Poets and Pints Open Mic
Spoken Word/Literary
Come on down and sign up to read your poem or just relax with a pint/glass of vino/OR ginger beer for a fun evening of poetry at the mic. This month's featured poet is Su Proffitt.
Monday 9th November 2026 | 7:30pm
Jam in the Barrel
Live Music,Community
"Jam in the Barrel" is the Totnes open jam night, where you can come and share your musical skills with others in our community, or just enjoy the vibe... playing, singing, gentle listening, and joyous dancing are all welcome.
Tuesday 10th November 2026 | 7:30pm
Guy Davis
Live Music
Multi instrumentalist Guy Davis is a two-time, back-to-back Grammy nominee for Best Traditional Blues, musician, actor, author, songwriter, so much more that just a bluesman, a troubadour of the folk tradition, and a master of his craft.
Thursday 12th November 2026 | 7pm
3 Daft Monkeys
Live Music
Cornwall’s genre-smashing heroes 3 Daft Monkeys are back for their much-loved annual return to The Barrel House. Expect a riotous collision of fiery fiddle, Celtic & Cornish roots, Balkan and Romani flavours, punky sass and irresistible global rhythms.
Friday 13th November 2026 | 8pm
Jack the Groove
Club/DJs
Join Jay Tee and guests Andy Lake (Weird Dog) and Mikki (Glow) for a night of deep and groovy house music. Expect to dance your socks off and leave with a smile.
Saturday 14th November 2026 | 8pm
Vox Theatre School presents – Once Upon a Heist!
Theatre
Join Vox Theatre School’s Junior Company for a fun-filled caper, together with the songs, silliness and anarchic nonsense you love about a Vox show.
Sunday 15th November 2026 | 12pm - 1:30pm
Vox Theatre School presents – The Glass Slipper Revolution!
Theatre
This is the Cinders story as you have never experienced it, devised and created by Vox Theatre School’s Young Company. Prepare yourself for a revolutionary reinvention of a classic, together with the songs, silliness and anarchic nonsense you love about a Vox show.
Sunday 15th November 2026 | 4pm - 5:30pm
Black Bird Open Mic Night #153
Live Music,Community
The Black Bird Open Mic Night is a friendly, intimate and much-loved event that brings people together for good times. Original material is positively encouraged!
Tuesday 17th November 2026 | 7pm
QUIZTRAVAGANZA – SEASON 6 – Round 2
Community
Quiz like you have never quizzed before with the ‘No Wrong Answers Quiz’. General knowledge is not a requirement. Pursuits may be trivial, but not necessarily factual. Get your creative pants on and prepare for low level shenanigans and chaos.
Wednesday 18th November 2026 | 8pm
Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet
Live Music
Ríoghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet move with ease and confidence between swampy jazz, raucous brass, fractured funk, blues balladry, and gorgeous folkloric textures.
THursday 19th November 2026 | 7:30pm
Yes Sir Boss **Sold Out**
Live Music
After a 10-year hiatus, Yes Sir Boss return to Totnes! Expect their explosive mix of ska, rock, Balkan beats and infectious horn-driven energy, with support from New Daze and Wasted Little DJs.
Friday 20th November 2026 | 7pm
Funky Munks – Celebrating 35th Anniversary of Blood Sugar Sex Majik
Live Music
Local Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band FUNKY MUNKS perform Blood Sugar Sex Majik in full to celebrate 35 years since the release of the iconic album.
Saturday 21st November 2026 | 8pm
Jam in the Barrel
Live Music,Community
"Jam in the Barrel" is the Totnes open jam night, where you can come and share your musical skills with others in our community, or just enjoy the vibe... playing, singing, gentle listening, and joyous dancing are all welcome.
Tuesday 24th November 2026 | 7:30pm
Queer Angels
Community
Queer Angels - is a social evening on the last Thurs of each month. It’s a social, trans-inclusive gathering, designed for the queer community, a place connecting people in a relaxed atmosphere.
Thursday 26th November 2026 | 7pm
Sheelanagig + Support – Jon Maybey
Live Music
For nearly twenty years, Sheelanagig have been whipping up a storm of foot-stomping, roof-raising, high-energy folk music. Armed with strings, soaring flute, pounding drums and a sprinkle of fairy dust, they create an irresistible sound that has set feet flying across the globe.
Thursday 26th November 2026 | 7:30pm
The Turbans
Live Music
Get ready for a huge party sound from an international collective whose music draws deeply from Arabic, Balkan, and Turkish traditions. The Turbans have grown from humble beginnings into a distinctive force on the global world music scene.
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