90s Liverpool indie pop band Space come to Carlisle's Old Fire Station in May.
Lorna Gray
Last updated: 21st Mar 2017
Image: Space
Finding their fame within the Britpop era of the 90s, Liverpool indie outfit Space are responsible for recognisable and charting hits such as 'Female of the Species', 'Neighbourhood' and 'Ballad of Tom Jones', the latter of which featured Catatonia singer and 6Music DJ Cerys Matthews. The band used
The band used 60s influenced melodic guitar similar to The Kinks and The Who and added their own twist with futuristic synth sounds and hip hop samples. They created a brand of Britpop that differed from the usual guitar dominated sounds of the genre.
Find Space tickets
With narrative lyrics that tell stories of serial killers, mental illness and social outcasts, the band stood out from others of the genre for their light hearted take on these topics. Following a hiatus between 2005 and 2011, the band reformed and continue to bring their dark humoured lyrics to live performances across the UK. They'll come to Carlisle's Old Fire Station on Saturday 6th May.
You can get Space tickets below.
Tickets are no longer available for this event
Read more news
Here are the next 4 upcoming events At Old Fire Station, Carlisle
Pop Will Eat Itself
Old Fire Station, Carlisle
20th May
7:30pm til 10:30pm (last entry 8:00pm)
Minimum Age: 18
For ticket prices, please click here (Additional fees may apply)
Pop Will Eat Itself return May 2026, riding the success of 2025's acclaimed Delete Everything, mixin...
The Big Indie Fest
Old Fire Station, Carlisle
22nd May
6:00pm til 10:00pm (last entry 7:00pm)
Minimum Age: 18
For ticket prices, please click here (Additional fees may apply)
Brace yourself for 4 hours of tribute bangers from your favourite indie legends with our LIVE BAND, ...
Daytime Disco for Grown Ups
Old Fire Station, Carlisle
23rd May
2:30pm til 6:30pm (last entry 3:00pm)
Minimum Age: 18
For ticket prices, please click here (Additional fees may apply)
A fun, fab and feel-good DAY of dancing with people your own age to the best ever 70s disco and soul...
James Walsh & Ben Ottewell
Old Fire Station, Carlisle
28th May
7:30pm til 10:00pm (last entry 8:00pm)
Minimum Age: 18
For ticket prices, please click here (Additional fees may apply)
Experience an unforgettable night as two of the best voices of the past 30 years unite for a special...
Gigs ● Clubs ● Festivals ● Things to do
“On your side since 2001, because we believe true fans deserve a fairer and smarter way to discover events they love.”
© 2001 - 2026 Skiddle Ltd | Skiddle is a registered trademark | ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
We use cookies to make sure we give you the best experience possible. By continuing, you're accepting that you're happy with our cookie policy. Click here to find out more.
❌