A Night at THEKLA with The Alive ft Shane Hawkins.

Wdnesday 3rd June 2026 – Location: Thekla – Bristol

A Night at The Dead Famous with Chevy Metal, Shane Hawkins & The Alive

This is not your standard gig – this is a high-velocity collision of California surf-skate culture and Bristol grit. For one night only, Thekla hosts a lineup that balances legendary pedigree with raw, underground energy.

Capacity is strictly limited for this one-off event. Grab your tickets now before the “Sold Out” sign goes up.

The Main Event: The Alive (LA)

Hailing from the California coast, The Alive have been tearing up stages since 2018. Their sound sits at the heavy crossroads of Black Sabbath and Idles – a massive, high-energy wall of sound born between surf and skate sessions.

They’ve dominated main stages at Lollapalooza, Boardmasters, The Great Estate and BottleRock, and famously opened for the Foo Fighters. Beyond the music, they are a dedicated BYOBottle artist, working with Surfers Against Sewage and Save the Waves to protect the oceans they call home.

Featuring: Shane Hawkins on Drums

Providing the heartbeat for this explosive set is the incredible Shane Hawkins. Known for his massive sound and relentless power, Shane’s presence behind the kit makes this a “must-see” performance for any fan of heavy, authentic rock and roll.

Special Guests

  • Tyrants: Bringing a heavy, atmospheric edge to the night. Check them out here.
  • Ticket Information

This is a small venue for such a massive sound. Tickets are expected to move fast.

Don’t wait. This is a unique opportunity to catch an international powerhouse in an intimate setting. Secure your spot in the pit today.

THE LINE UP

THE ALIVE

With influences ranging from Sabbath to Idles, The Alive launched in California between surf & skate sessions in 2018. Performance highlights include BottleRock’s main stage, Shaky Knees, Ohana Fest, Kelly Slater’s Wave Ranch, Boardmasters UK, Aftershock, Louder than Life, Surfestival Chile with Jack Johnson, and forever grateful to have opened Lollapalooza Chile 2022’s main stage for Foo Fighters.

Shane Hawkins is a powerful new voice in rock drumming, known for his fearless style and stage presence. Drummer of Chevy Metal, his playing captures the grit and groove of classic rock with a fresh, aggressive energy. Shane has also recorded and toured with the legendary punk band FEAR. During his most recent visit to the UK, he sat in with Foo Fighters and Royal Blood, delivering high-octane arena performances. Backed by top-tier sponsors including Zildjian and Remo, Shane’s setup is as sharp as his skills. Whether locking into a deep pocket or tearing through a blistering solo, Shane is non-stop power, passion, and precision.

TYRANTS

Tyrants are an emerging local indie rock band based in Cornwall, known for playing live sets at venues like The Cornish Bank in Falmouth and Whiskers in Newquay. They recently released their first single “Paper Plane” (March 2026) and are heavily involved in the Cornish indie/grunge live music scene
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THEKLA BRISTOL

For more information about Thekla, please visit their website here: https://www.theklabristol.co.uk/faq/