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The Undecided: Weymouth’s Loudest and Liveliest Covers Crew
If you’ve ever stumbled into a Dorset pub and found yourself dancing to a riotous blend of Britpop bangers, indie anthems and pop-punk...
Aug 13, 20253 min read


Carley Varley: Dorset’s Powerhouse Rock Pop Queen
From busking to festivals, EPs to encore requests, Carley Varley has come a long way since singing along to CDs in her bedroom. With...
Aug 2, 20253 min read


Why You Should Subscribe to the Entertainment Dorset Newsletter
Love live music? Want to know what’s happening before your mates do? Tired of finding out about a gig the day after it happened? Yeah, us...
Jul 25, 20252 min read


George Moir: From Major Labels to Indie Freedom
From Bromsgrove to Dorset, and from the offices of major record labels to the calm of his home studio, George Moir has taken the long...
Jul 18, 20254 min read


The Leggomen: High-Energy Covers, Chaos and Crowd Anthems
Accidental Beginnings and Haircuts from Hell Every band has a story, but The Leggomen have one that involves a muddy football pitch, a...
Jul 18, 20253 min read


Fleur & Toby: The Acoustic Duo Dorset Needs on Its Playlist
Take two young musicians, a shared love of chilled-out covers, and a music scene that shaped their sound, and you’ve got Fleur & Toby, an...
Jul 10, 20252 min read


New Music from Tathan: ‘Wallpaper’ Captures the Quiet Ache of Moving On
Welsh singer-songwriter Tathan has a rare gift: turning heartbreak into something hauntingly beautiful. His latest release, Wallpaper, is...
Jul 7, 20252 min read


Olivia Marsha: The Dorset Singer Spinning Joy Into Every Set
From rocking care homes to lighting up the Christchurch Food Festival, Olivia Marsha is fast becoming a name to know on Dorset’s live...
Jun 27, 20252 min read


Tristan Hutton: The Country Singer-Songwriter Making Waves in Dorset
Country music isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the UK music scene, but Tristan Hutton is here to change that. A...
Jun 20, 20253 min read


Screw Loose: The Poole Covers Band Bringing Decades of Dancefloor Gold
They’ve got 222 years of life experience between them, but don’t let that fool you—Screw Loose are anything but past it. This four-piece...
Jun 14, 20253 min read


The Surfin’ Birds: Keeping Rock ‘n’ Roll Alive in Dorset
Photography & design by Lu Gossian h5ps:// www.instagram.com/_gossian/ @_gossian www.gossianblurs.com The Surfin’ Birds are proof that...
Jun 13, 20252 min read


Leonian Dream: The Indie Rock Band You Need to Know in 2025
🎶 The Sound of the indie rock band Leonian Dream Dreamy yet dynamic, Leonian Dream are carving out a space in the UK’s indie rock scene...
Jun 13, 20252 min read


Tabula Fire – The Dorset Rock Band Bringing Loud, Raw Energy to Every Gig
Five years in and still burning bright—Tabula Fire are the kind of Dorset rock band that make you want to grab a pint, push to the front,...
May 26, 20253 min read


Rich Atkinson & The New Billionaires – Dorset Americana Jazz Band Blending Storytelling and Sax
In a county full of acoustic evenings and seaside singalongs, Rich Atkinson & The New Billionaires stand out like a sax solo in a storm....
May 26, 20253 min read


Calling All Musicians and Venue Startups in Dorset!
Are you an artist looking to grow your audience or a new venue aiming to make your mark? Entertainment Dorset is here to help you grow,...
May 4, 20252 min read


MADE in Dorset: The Independent Music Playlist Putting Local Artists Centre Stage
Dorset is bursting with musical talent—from bedroom producers and beachside buskers to pub-night powerhouses. But getting noticed? That’s...
May 2, 20252 min read


How to Build a Lasting Career as a Cover Artist in Dorset
Building a lasting cover artist career in Dorset takes more than just a great voice—it takes consistency, savvy gigging strategy, and...
Apr 19, 20253 min read


Welcome to Entertainment Dorset – Your Ultimate Guide to Live Music, Gigs & Entertainment Across the County
Dorset is buzzing with incredible live music, vibrant venues, and raw creative talent—but until now, there hasn’t been a platform...
Apr 19, 20252 min read
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