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Cancer Bats
link www.cancerbats.com
Cancer Bats stand as one of Canada’s most respected names in hardcore punk, blending a fierce DIY ethos with a distinctive southern rock edge. Since forming in 2004, the Toronto outfit has built a formidable presence, renowned for their uncompromising energy and raw, sweat-drenched live shows. Their relentless commitment has seen them release a string of lauded albums and EPs, with recent highlights including the 2023 EP "Bat Sabbath - Masters of Duality" and the full-length "Psychic Jailbreak" in 2022. Demonstrating their creative drive, new music continues with the single "Long Tooth" due in June 2026.
Their recent live schedule showcases Cancer Bats’ lasting appeal in the UK, headlining celebrated venues such as Chalk in Brighton and Parish in Huddersfield in 2026. In summer 2025, the band appeared at Slam Dunk Festival in Leeds and Hatfield, performing as a key support to headliner Knocked Loose—a slot that speaks volumes about their stature within the heavy music community. Known for igniting circle pits and uniting fans through sheer intensity, Cancer Bats have cultivated a loyal following both at home and abroad.
With their unique mix of hardcore punk aggression and southern rock swagger, Cancer Bats continue to evolve, bringing that signature intensity to every stage. Stay tuned for live music experiences and upcoming shows—follow Cancer Bats and never miss a chance to catch their electrifying gigs.
Cancer Bats Gigs from September 2026
Featuring as it is, the dirty nil, smug llc, bruise control, downward, animals as leaders, darren hayman, ed harcourt and more.
Tue, Oct 13 - Chalk Brighton
LOUT Gigs in Brighton
Cancer Bats hit Chalk Brighton in October 2026 with their hardcore punk and southern rock attack for LOUT.
Tue, Oct 13 - Chalk Brighton
Live Music Events at Chalk, Brighton 2026
Cancer Bats hit Chalk Brighton with a hardcore punk and southern rock bill featuring Ignite and Knives.
Tue, Oct 13 - Chalk Brighton
CANCER BATS with IGNITE & Knives
Cancer Bats headline Chalk Brighton with a hardcore punk and southern rock-driven set alongside Ignite and Knives.
Thu, Oct 15 - Cavern Exeter
Cancer Bats
Cancer Bats play hardcore punk with southern rock edge at The Cavern in Exeter on 15 October 2026 with Ignite supporting.
Fri, Oct 16 - Princess Pavilion Falmouth
CANCER BATS
Cancer Bats play hardcore punk with southern rock touches at Princess Pavilion Falmouth with Ignite in support.
Sat, Oct 17 - The Joiners Southampton
CANCER BATS with IGNITE & knives
Tue, Oct 20 - The Fleece Bristol
Cancer Bats
Cancer Bats headline The Fleece Bristol with a hardcore punk and southern rock set alongside Ignite.
Wed, Oct 21 - Clwb Ifor Bach Cardiff
Cancer Bats
Cancer Bats hit Clwb Ifor Bach in Cardiff with a hardcore punk and southern rock led show alongside Ignite.
Thu, Oct 22 - The Craufurd Arms Milton Keynes
CANCER BATS with IGNITE & Knives
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
Marshall MADE OF LOUD TOUR
Thu, Oct 29 - The Key Club Leeds
Cancer Bats
Cancer Bats hit The Key Club in Leeds with their hardcore punk and southern rock attack alongside Ignite.
Fri, Oct 30 - Rescue Rooms Nottingham
Cancer Bats
Cancer Bats headline Rescue Rooms in Nottingham with a hardcore punk and southern rock show alongside Ignite.
Past Cancer Bats Gigs
Featuring the amazons, the skints, knives, bradley taylor, the joy hotel, ed harcourt, animals as leaders, ignite and more.
Live Music Events at Chalk, Brighton 2026
Cancer Bats hit Chalk Brighton with a hardcore punk and southern rock bill featuring Ignite and Knives.
Tue, Jul 21 - Concorde 2 Brighton
Brighton Gigs in July
Sat, Jul 25 - Parish Huddersfield
Cancer Bats
Cancer Bats bring their hardcore punk and southern rock show with Ignite to Parish Huddersfield on 25 July 2026.
Bat Sabbath
Cancer Bats link into the Bat Sabbath show at Scala London with punk and rock fans in mind.
