The Smokehouse, 2 May 2026
Rooted in the spirited pub rock scene of 1970s London, Swerve Johnson channels the energy of legends like Elvis Costello, Ian Dury, and Nick Lowe, blending punchy rhythms with sharp, introspective lyrics. Their music is a celebration of authenticity, with a sound that invites you to lose yourself in stories that feel like your own.
Event Info
Time: 7.30pm - 11pm
Venue: The Smokehouse, Ipswich
Tickets: £8
Age Restrictions: 14+ (14- 15s must be accompanied by an adult)
Accessibility: There is step-free access into the venue and the bar / venue is all on one floor. There is a Changing Places toilet across the courtyard from the venue. Please be aware we are a small venue. For further information, please email info@brightenthecorners.co.uk so we can make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Artist Info
Rooted in the spirited pub rock scene of 1970s London, Swerve Johnson channels the energy of legends like Elvis Costello, Ian Dury, and Nick Lowe, blending punchy rhythms with sharp, introspective lyrics. Their music is a celebration of authenticity, with a sound that invites you to lose yourself in stories that feel like your own.
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Dedicated 70 cap intimate live music venue in Ipswich, Suffolk, just off Norwich Road
South Street Studios, Ipswich, IP1 3NU
01473 852 555 / enquiries@thesmokehouse.org