Down By Here

14/06/2026

13/06/2026

The building we call home has (at least in part!) likely been on this site for around 200 years, and has seen numerous additions stuck onto the back, sides, top and other areas at various points in its life.

We recently realised the pillars which support the back room have embossed on them "T Williams & Sons Swansea Dunvant 1910" which is amazing in itself.

On Wednesday we had the pleasure of hosting Webster's Ragtime Trio and GypsyJacques and, with the acoustics in the room being rather unique, we pitched the idea of playing completely acoustic without any amplification, and both bands were pleasingly game.

What followed was a really special night, and possibly the first time a completely acoustic show has been performed in the space for anything between 30 and 100 years.

We are super proud of the space and give massive thanks to both bands for being up for trying it! Hopefully we can do more intimate shows like this in future... maybe even tomorrow...

13/06/2026

TUESDAY JULY 7TH

The amazing Heathen Apostles bring their gothic Americana to High Street, and we are delighted to now be able to announce that supporting them we have the incredible Catherine Elms - Swansea's own dark alternative singer-songwriter and pianist.

Tickets available now at www.downbyhere.co.uk

12/06/2026

TUESDAY JULY 14TH

Join us for a captivating night of Indian classical music with Mayukh Gangopadhyay and Chiranjit Mukherjee, two artists whose performances blend depth, tradition and contemporary sensitivity.

This special concert brings together the expressive voice of the sarod and the intricate rhythmic language of the tabla, creating a sound world that is both meditative and exhilarating.

Tickets available now via downbyhere.co.uk

Mayukh Gangopadhyay performs on the sarod, a fretless, metal‑fingerboard lute known for its rich, resonant tone and its ability to glide seamlessly between notes. With its sympathetic strings and singing sustain, the sarod evokes both introspection and intensity, making it one of the most emotionally charged instruments in Indian classical music.

Chiranjit Mukherjee accompanies on tabla, the iconic pair of tuned hand drums capable of astonishing nuance. From delicate, whisper‑soft textures to rapid, cascading rhythmic passages, the tabla provides both pulse and poetry — a rhythmic conversation that elevates the entire performance.

Together, Mayukh and Chiranjit create a dynamic interplay of melody and rhythm, exploring traditional ragas while bringing their own contemporary sensibilities to the stage. Their collaboration invites listeners into a shared musical journey, full of subtlety, spontaneity and emotional resonance.

Whether you are a long‑time listener of Indian classical music or discovering it for the first time, this concert offers a rare opportunity to experience two exceptional musicians in an intimate, immersive setting.

11/06/2026

IT'S A SIGN!!!

HUGE thanks to Ronny & Ryan from Oner Signs for sorting out a super-sexy sign for Swansea's newest music & performance venue!

In rain and wind they got the job done - if you need any graphics, signage, spray-painting or help with any other visual project we highly recommend reaching out to them.

10/06/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐁𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤...

𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬/𝐈𝐚𝐮 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡

𝐖𝐄𝐁𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑’𝐒 𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐎 + 𝐆𝐘𝐏𝐒𝐘 𝐉𝐀𝐂𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐒 𝟒𝐓𝐄𝐓

Webster‘s Ragtime Trio is a central Texas based throwback to a style of music that went largely unrecorded."

𝐅𝐫𝐢/𝐆𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡

𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 + 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄 𝐎𝐑𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐃

Next Day Shakes are a four-piece rock band fusing shed rock, blues and alternative grit. "

𝐒𝐚𝐭/𝐒𝐚𝐝𝐰𝐫𝐧 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡

𝐒𝐖𝐀𝐍 𝐇𝐈𝐋𝐋 + 𝐃𝐎𝐆 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐑 + 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐆𝐀𝐋𝐄 + 𝐀-𝐓𝐎𝐏𝐈𝐂

The latest Repeat Records night and the bill is STACKED with local talent!

𝐒𝐮𝐧/𝐒𝐮𝐥 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡

𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐍𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐃 𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍 + 𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐒𝐇 𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐂

Singer songwriter Brian Madigan (AKA a Band named Brian) is on a two wheeled mission to save the planet. Accompanied by violinist Rob Whale, they cycle from venue to venue, raising awareness – and spirits – through the medium of song

Tickets to all events available at www.downbyhere.co.uk

10/06/2026

ICYMI

Vancouver Island's Earthball, who headline here on September 5th, are this month's cover stars of The Wire: Adventures In Modern Music - "The world's greatest print and online music magazine".

Sounds like something you should get tickets in advance for...

Tickets: www.downbyhere.co.uk

09/06/2026

THURSDAY AUGUST 13TH

Pressgang Mutiny head to High Street!

Pressgang Mutiny are Toronto's Shantymen, dedicated to traveling the globe to discover shanties, works songs and the people who sing them. A quartet of dynamic musicians and tall ship sailors, they have performed extensively at festivals and venues across Canada, the US, and Europe. They were an Official Showcase artist at the 2023 Folk Music Ontario Conference and have showcased at Folk Alliance International.

We also have the incredible performing and an appearance by The Singing Armadillos so you don't want to miss this one!

Advance tix £8 via www.downbyhere.co.uk

08/06/2026

𝐖𝐄𝐃𝐒 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 𝟏𝟕𝐓𝐇

The incredible Austel heads to High Street! With support from Brook Fox Music and Daisy.

Tickets: www.downbyhere.co.uk

‘𝑶𝒑𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒃𝒍𝒆… 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒌 𝑩𝒖𝒄𝒌𝒍𝒆𝒚’𝒔 𝑺𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝑻𝒐 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒏’ - 𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒉 𝑶𝒏 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑵𝒆𝒕

On her return as Austel, Devon-born, London-based artist Annie Rew Shaw treads a different path from the one that saw her receive widespread plaudits for the delicate, luscious piano songs of her 2024 debut album Dead Sea.

Following years as a session musician – performing at festivals such as Glastonbury and touring the UK – Austel’s 2018 debut EP earned praise from BBC 6 Music and The Line of Best Fit, with her 2020 follow-up Cold Love gaining further support from Fresh on the Net, O2 Music and BBC Introducing. In 2024, she released her debut album Dead Sea, a dreamy exploration of loss, recovery and transformation. Self-produced and featuring collaborations with Grammy Award-winning engineer Guy Massey, the record marked a milestone after seven years of artistic development.

Now exploring the folkier intimacies of the guitar for music that’s also in conversation with the field recordings of Jon Hopkins & King Creosote, Adrianne Lenker and Cassandra Jenkins, Austel is developing a very personal sound that she still manages to make feel spacious and open.

08/06/2026

A lovely Friday afternoon treat for you all as Shimmer and Danny Sioned become the latest local acts to star at Swansea Arena's Coffeeshop Session!

Down By Here is officially open after a storming launch event last Friday, and to celebrate, we're teaming up with them for this week's Coffee Shop Sessions ☕ 🎶

With sets from gritty alt-indie 4-piece SHIMMER, and Welsh language folk singer-songwriter Danny Sioned, come down and join us for an afternoon of Welsh music excellence.

And remember, it's free entry!

📆 Fri 12 Jun
🕐 12pm - 2pm