Nik Kershaw & his Band – Live at Rock City, Nottingham
Gig Cartel Presents Nik Kershaw & his Band live at Nottingham Rock City on Saturday 22 August 2026. If you love classic British pop songwriting, huge choruses and songs that still sound timeless decades on, this is the night to be in the room.
Nik Kershaw exploded onto the UK music scene in 1984, becoming one of the defining artists of the decade with a run of hit singles and a songwriting style that blended sharp pop instincts with emotional punch and clever lyrical twists. His catalogue includes all-time favourites like “Wouldn’t It Be Good”, “The Riddle”, “Wide Boy” and his biggest hit “I Won’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me.”
The hits, the musicianship, the live show
This show isn’t just a nostalgia trip — it’s a chance to hear those songs performed with the power and detail they deserve. Nik’s live reputation is built on musicianship and delivery: recent reviews praise his skillful guitar work, attention to sound, and the way the performances balance big singalong moments with genuine warmth and personality.
With a full band behind him, expect a set that gives the classics proper lift — big choruses, tight playing, and that unmistakable voice at the centre of it all. Whether you grew up with these songs or found them later, they land hard in a live room.
Support: Seb Wesson
Support comes from Seb Wesson, a UK guitarist and songwriter with solo material alongside his work in bands and projects, bringing a smart, melodic opener to the night.
At The Barrier (Live Review, Oct 2025)
“A mesmerising atmosphere… supremely skilful guitar-work… characteristically self-effacing.” At The Barrier
Moving The River (Live Review, Oct 2024)
“A great night of classy music and enjoyable nostalgia.” movingtheriver.com