| As it continues to celebrate over 130 years of music history, Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand is announcing the Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions performance series and upcoming events for May. Music fans are invited to stop in and check out a vast array of young talent performing live at the Gibson Garage London including The Bracknall, Nina Clark, Ashley Sherlock, The Commoners, and The Ovines. All Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions performances are live, free, and open to the public from the state-of-the-art stage located on the lower level of the Gibson Garage London. The Gibson Garage London is the ultimate music experience and marks the first Gibson flagship store outside of the U.S. and is located at 61-62 Eastcastle St, London, UK just off Oxford Street. A vibrant addition to the London music community, the Gibson Garage London features a live stage with regular music performances, special events, and album release parties from both emerging and established artists for music fans to enjoy. Every month there are new events and shows for fans inside the Gibson Garage. The Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions are a partnership between the Gibson Garage and Busk In London––the London-based busking programme, launched by the Mayor of London and managed by Found in Music–which is the city’s leading programme supporting the music, live performances and careers of buskers. Every month, the Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions showcase artists who perform their music on celebrated Gibson acoustics which are all handcrafted by the expert luthiers at Gibson’s acoustic craftory in Bozeman, Montana. The Gibson Garage London flagship store also features a special, dedicated Acoustic guitar room with one of the largest display of storied Gibson Acoustic guitars throughout the entire UK, as well as a special area for Epiphone acoustics including the premium and popular Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom guitars. For the latest schedule of events at the Gibson Garage London, follow @GibsonGuitarUK on Instagram. |
| GIBSON GARAGE LONDON ACOUSTIC SESSIONS: THE BRACKNALL(in partnership with This Feeling Presents)MAY 155:00-5:30 |
| The Commoners Possessing a sound tapped from the oaken belly of a whiskey barrel, The Commoners are a 5 piece Roots/Rock outfit from Toronto, Canada. Offering their own blend of a tried and true musical mixture, the group pepper their sound with high-energy riffs, soulful vocals, and rich harmonies that combine to take the listener on a journey through a Southern-style rock experience. The Commoners are Chris Medhurst on lead vocals, Ross Hayes Citrullo on lead guitar, Ben Spiller on bass, Adam Cannon on drums and Miles Evans Branagh on organ.Listen to music from The Commoners HERE. THE OVINESMAY 292:00-2:30 |
| The Ovines Hailing from the heart of London, The Ovines have been tearing up the UK punk scene since 2017. Known for their raw energy, relentless attitude, and unapologetically loud sound, the band blends classic punk with a modern twist, creating a ferocious musical style that demands attention. The Ovines high-octane music is bound to make you feel alive. Listen to music from The Ovines HERE. *** |
| Above: the Gibson Acoustic guitar room inside the Gibson Garage London. |
| With a rich history of craftsmanship and innovation, Gibson has become synonymous with music culture. A vibrant and immersive music destination, the Gibson Garage London marks the first Gibson flagship store outside of the U.S. and follows the successful opening of the Gibson Garage Nashville. The Gibson Garage London is in the heart of historic London and is the ultimate guitar experience and destination for music lovers across the globe and the place to explore the music history of Gibson which spans over 130 years. At the Gibson Garage London, music lovers are encouraged to plug in and play more than 300 electric and acoustic guitars. The Gibson Garage London features a special, dedicated Acoustic guitar room with one of the largest displays of Gibson Acoustic guitars in the entire UK, as well as areas for Epiphone electric, acoustic and bass guitars, and the biggest display of Kramer guitars in the UK. At the Garage, fans are welcome to pick up and play all things Gibson, Epiphone, Kramer, MESA/Boogie, Gibson Amplifiers, Maestro pedals, and enjoy a massive display of exclusive Gibson apparel, gifts, and lifestyle items, as well as gear and accessories. Buying a guitar is a personal experience, with the most discerning customers appreciating a personalized guitar tailored to their specific needs and preferences. Step into the world of Gibson’s Made-to-Measure program, available only at the Gibson Garage London and the Gibson Garage Nashville. Make an appointment with one of our Garage Pro’s to build your dream guitar, using one of our iconic Gibson models as a starting point. The journey continues by selecting your top from our Wood Library, identifying your ideal neck shape and size and ends with picking your color, pick-ups, hardware and Gibson Custom Murphy Lab aging. Let the artisans of the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee – who create the world’s most desirable electric guitars – handcraft your dream guitar. Book a private appointment at the Gibson Garage London, call +44 20 4570 5400, or visit HERE, and for the Gibson Garage Nashville, call +1 (615) 933-6000, or visit HERE. Whether you are a seasoned professional musician, a casual guitar player, a beginner, or simply a music fan, the Gibson Garage London is the must-see music destination in London. The Gibson Garage London is located at 61-62 Eastcastle St, London, UK (one block from Oxford Street) and is open daily Monday – Friday from 11:00-7:00 pm, Saturday 10:00-7.00 pm and from 12:00-6:00 pm on Sunday. For the latest news and updates on the Gibson Garage London, follow @GibsonGuitarUK on Instagram, or visit https://gibson.com/garage-london. |
Gibson Garage London61-62 Eastcastle StreetLondon, UKW1W 8NQ(one block from Oxford Street)Mon-Fri 11am-7pmSat 10am-7pmSun 12-6pm |
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