The early 2000s indie revival is alive and well, and it is heading straight for Bournemouth this summer. The Strokes tribute act Is This Strokes are bringing a full-throttle celebration of one of indie rock’s most influential albums to Bear Cave on 6 June 2026, marking 25 years since the release of Is This It. For fans of sharp guitar riffs, sweaty club nights and era-defining indie anthems, this could be one of Bournemouth’s most nostalgic gigs of the summer. “We have all gr

South West indie rock band RatTrap are bringing chaos, sweat and serious energy to the live music scene with growing crowds, upcoming Dorset gigs and a debut EP now in the works.