Nantwich's Applestump Records is hosting Intimate live shows from Bryde, These Towns, Paul Molloy, Max Bianco and Amelia Coburn this January, celebrating Independent Venue Week 2026.

The full programme of live performances will take place at 4 Oat Market from Monday 26 to Saturday 31 January.

Nantwich's only independent record shop will be celebrating grassroots music and the vital role independent spaces play in supporting artists and local communities.

Applestump Records' full programme of live performances will take place at 4 Oat Market from Monday 26 to Saturday 31 January (Photo: Ryan Parker).

Independent Venue Week is a nationwide celebration of small, independent music and arts venues, shining a spotlight on the places where artists develop, audiences discover new music and scenes are built from the ground up.

Applestump Records' involvement reflects its ongoing commitment to championing live music, both locally and nationally.

Confirmed line-up for Independent Venue Week 2026 at Applestump Records:

• Monday 26 January, Bryde - the week kicks off with Welsh indie-rock artist Bryde, known for her raw, emotive songwriting and powerful live performances
• Tuesday 27 January, These Towns - local favourites These Towns bring high-energy, original indie rock to the shop. The five-piece from the Crewe and Nantwich area have quickly built a reputation for lively shows and crowd-singalong moments
• Wednesday 28 January, Paul Molloy - Paul Molloy, singer, songwriter and guitarist with The Coral, performs an intimate solo set, perfectly suited to the Independent Venue Week setting
• Thursday 29 January, Max Bianco - Max Bianco returns to Applestump following a standout recent show supporting Pete Doherty. Fresh from supporting Babyshambles on tour, he promises another memorable night of live music
• Friday 30 January, Amelia Coburn (sold out) - the week closes with folk artist Amelia Coburn, whose show has already sold out, underlining the strength of support for live music in Nantwich

Owner of Applestump Records, Steve Cook, said: "Independent Venue Week is a brilliant reminder of how important small venues are for artists and audiences alike. We're really proud of this year's line-up and can't wait to welcome people into the shop for a week of special live shows."

Independent Venue Week is a nationwide celebration of small, independent music and arts venues, shining a spotlight on the places where artists develop, audiences discover new music and scenes are built from the ground up (Photo: Applestump Records).

Tickets are on sale now via the Applestump Records website, with individual show tickets and multi-gig passes available while stocks last. Full event details and ticket links can be found HERE.

Applestump Records specialised in new and second-hand vinyl, alongside regular in-store gigs, Q&As and special events.

Since opening, the shop has become a hub for music lovers and a champion of grassroots live music in the town.

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