Ian Prowse (Pele / Amsterdam)

Wednesday, 2 December 2026, doors 7:00 PM

Tickets from £25 + booking fee

Raised on the spirit of protest music and shaped by the Celtic influences woven into Liverpool's identity, Ian Prowse has become one of the UK's most powerful live performers. Known for shows that are as passionate as they are unpredictable, his gigs tend to leave a lasting impression, and audiences often come back again and again.

If you're planning to come, it's worth booking early. His shows have a habit of filling up once word spreads.

Over more than twenty five years, Prowse has built a fiercely loyal following through his work with Pele and Amsterdam, alongside his solo material. His breakthrough track Does This Train Stop on Merseyside? struck such a chord that John Peel was moved to tears each time he played it on air. The song later reached an even wider audience when Christy Moore recorded it for his number one album Listen.

That emotional connection is exactly what makes his live shows so special. It's not just a performance, it's something you feel part of. And with venues often packed out, those moments don't come around twice.

If you've been meaning to see him live, this is the time to do it.

His songwriting has also drawn praise from some of the biggest names in music. Elvis Costello was so impressed with Prowse's album Here I Lie that he invited him to join his full UK tour as special guest. Prowse has also shared the stage with The Pogues, Damien Dempsey, Del Amitri and The Wonder Stuff, consistently winning over crowds wherever he plays.

Costello praised his ability to tell stories that connect past and present, blending personal emotion with wider social themes. That same depth runs through his live performances, where songs can shift from intimate to explosive in a moment.

Earlier in his career, Prowse's band Pele achieved international success, including a number one in South Africa, while building a reputation for unforgettable gigs and earning regular airplay on BBC Radio 1. That same energy still drives his performances today.

Alongside songs of love and loss, he remains committed to telling important stories. His performance of My Name is Dessie Warren continues to highlight the injustice faced by the late trade unionist, showing the depth and purpose behind his music.

In 2020, he released The Story of Ian Prowse, a retrospective collection on Kitchen Disco Records. Christy Moore described him as a "magnificent songwriter", while Bill Drummond called him a true original.

More recently, his weekly online shows helped build a strong and welcoming community of fans, earning recognition across national radio and press including Radio 5 Live, TalkSport and Metro.

Often described as "urban folk", his music resists easy labels. What's clear is that Ian Prowse is one of the UK's most passionate and underrated singer-songwriters, and someone best experienced live.

Tickets are limited, and once they're gone, they're gone. If you'd like to be there, it's best to secure your spot now.

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