Welcome to Brighten The Corners, a not-for-profit youth-focussed live music organisation based in Ipswich, operating three music venues, festivals, and education, skills and training programmes.
Spotlight Events
Jamaican-Irish rapper JayaHadADream is one of the UK’s most exciting new voices, blending raw, introspective lyricism with grime and hip hop influences.
As part of Smokehouse 10 BTC and Tune Up present Doll Face, Milvain, and Yarrow. Expect midwest emo/alternative, rock, and alt-folk.
As part of Smokehouse 10 Dylan Jay presents Return of the Boom Bap, essentially a flashback to the golden era of hip hop.
We are a youth & volunteer focused live music not for profit based in Ipswich, Suffolk, offering routes into the music industry on and off the stage.
What’s On
Vinyl DJ sets with soundwax. Happy Hour 6-7pm.
FACTORY FLOOR. POST PUNK / NEW WAVE / LEFTFIELD GROOVE DJS
Join us for a night of the finest indie music talent in East Anglia brought to you by Frestonia Records.
Sam Milne & The Tyrants head back to the Smokehouse this August for an energetic, passionate indie night.
Vinyl DJ sets with Frisco Arts Club. Happy Hour 6-7pm.
Jamaican-Irish rapper JayaHadADream is one of the UK’s most exciting new voices, blending raw, introspective lyricism with grime and hip hop influences.
Join us for a Music Quiz in The Church!
Vinyl DJ sets with Mello Jamz. Happy Hour 6-7pm.
A beginner friendly event for you to dip your toes into the idea of mixing in front of others whilst in a safe space!
The Ipswich Record Fair is back at The Church!
Vinyl DJ sets with HAM+ bAD SHERPA. 7-10pm
As part of Smokehouse 10 BTC and Tune Up present Doll Face, Milvain, and Yarrow. Expect midwest emo/alternative, rock, and alt-folk.
As part of Smokehouse 10 Dylan Jay presents Return of the Boom Bap, essentially a flashback to the golden era of hip hop.
AFTERDRIVE return to Ipswich for a special hometown gig at Baths. The four-piece are making huge waves in the music industry and always put on a not to be missed live show.
With a career now spanning six decades, Robyn Hitchcock remains a truly one-of-a-kind artist –surrealist rock ’n’ roller, iconic troubadour, guitarist, poet, painter, performer.
FACTORY FLOOR. POST PUNK / NEW WAVE / LEFTFIELD GROOVE DJS
Nonsuchdjs and John Skelt host Out On The Floor, for fans of Northern Soul, Tamla Motown and Crossover.
Vinyl DJ set with DJ Gareth! (It’s his Birthday). Happy Hour 6-7pm.
Brainwaves Are Better Than Perms is delighted to present ALL SHALL BE WELL 2, Music Spoken Word Film.
Vigilantes craft a thoughtful, melodic style of indie rock that's as anthemic as it is atmospheric with thoughtful lyricism and explosive choruses.
Emerging in 2024, Chest quickly demanded attention from industry figures and indie fans alike. Catch them live this October
Brighten The Corners Presents London cosmic country, psychedelic folk rock band The Hanging Stars supported by cosmic pop outfit The Junipers.
Brighten The Corners Presents psychedelic groove band Cavolo Nero from The Netherlands on Thursday 8th October at The Church.
Emily Mercer is a Manchester-based indie artist originally from the Suffolk coast, playing her debut headline ‘hometown’ show as part of her UK tour this Autumn.
Three local musicians present you with a night of soul quenching acoustic music you won’t want to miss.
Vinyl DJ set with Toine Scholtz. Happy Hour 6-7pm.
Brighten The Corners Presents singer-songwriter Tom McRae at The Church on Friday 16th October.
Jim is the latest alias of songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and renowned DJ Jim Baron. Famed as co-founder and musical director of festival-stunning favourites Crazy P, his latest Jim project is a musical journey unlike anything he has done before.
Brighten The Corners Presents folk rock singer-songwriter Willy Mason on Sunday 18th October for an Early Doors show at The Church.
Brighten The Corners Presents American songwriter Kelley Stoltz, onetime Echo & the Bunnymen rhythm guitarist and Robyn Hitchcock’s current West Coast drummer, with support from Scott Lavene.
Cafe and Bar at The Church
Vinyl nights, happy hour, quizzes, Hex record shop, discover your new favourite independent coffee shop and bar in Ipswich

