energetic indie-rock trio from Newcastle upon Tyne, famed for their sharp, literate songwriting, post-punk revival spark, and engaging live presence.
Maximo Park: 20th Anniversary Shows performing songs from A Certain Trigger & their greatest hits
Pre World Cup Football show
Chalk, Brighton
Doors at 17:30 | Ends: 20:00
Maxïmo Park emerged from Newcastle upon Tyne in 2000 and quickly stamped their name on the UK indie-rock map. With frontman Paul Smith’s high-octane charisma, they blasted off with A Certain Trigger (2005)—a Mercury-Prize-nominated debut bursting with singles like “Graffiti” and “Apply Some Pressure.” They followed with the gold-certified Our Earthly Pleasures (2007), before pushing their sound further on Quicken the Heart (2009) and Too Much Information (2014). Risk to Exist (2017) showed the band’s political edge, tackling urgent themes without losing their trademark melodies.
Most recently, Nature Always Wins (2021) delivered some of their most reflective work to date, climbing the charts and drawing acclaim for its sharp songwriting, while Stream of Life (2024) saw the band stepping confidently into new creative territory. Across the decades, Maxïmo Park have stayed magnetic on stage—hook-laden, unapologetically energetic and endlessly vital, proving that great indie-rock anthems never lose their power.
The event is taking place at Chalk, Brighton. See individual listings for full venue details.
Tickets go on sale on Friday 10th April 2026 at 10:00am.
Ticket prices may vary depending on venue and location. Full pricing details are available on each individual event page.
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