Indie punk songwriter who found fame with Carter USM and continues to deliver sharp, heartfelt songs as a solo artist.
Supporting
The Undertones: 50th Anniversary Show
With special guest JIM BOB
Arena Torquay, Torquay
Doors at 19:00
Supporting
The Undertones: 50th Anniversary Show
special guests: Jim Bob
TramShed, Cardiff
Doors at 18:00
Supporting
The Undertones: 50th Anniversary Show
With special guest JIM BOB
Electric Bristol, Bristol
Doors at 18:30
Jim Bob first rose to fame as one half of the cult indie punk duo Carter the Unstoppable Sex Machine. Alongside Fruitbat, he became a defining voice of the early ’90s alternative scene, with gold-selling albums 30 Something (1991) and 1992 The Love Album (1992) propelling them into the mainstream. Their sharp wit and social commentary turned songs like “The Only Living Boy in New Cross” and “After the Watershed (Early Learning the Hard Way)” into anthems of the era, securing Carter USM a devoted following and a place in British music history.
Away from Carter USM, Jim Bob has built a prolific solo career that continues to showcase his knack for clever wordplay and heartfelt songwriting. His catalogue spans a wide range of albums and projects, with his most recent release Thanks for Reaching Out (2023) proving his sharp eye for modern life is as relevant as ever. Whether revisiting his Carter roots on stage or forging ahead with new material, Jim Bob remains a charismatic figure whose songs carry both bite and warmth.
The event is taking place at Arena Torquay, Torquay. See individual listings for full venue details.
Tickets go on sale on Wednesday 10th December 2025 at 10:00am.
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