Hot 8 Brass Band live in Southampton

Experience Hot 8 Brass Band live on August 7th

Hot 8 Brass Band will perform at Engine Rooms in Southampton, United Kingdom on August 7, 2026. The band is a New Orleans-based ensemble renowned for blending traditional brass band music with elements of funk, jazz, hip-hop, and rock. Originating in the late 1990s in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Hot 8 Brass Band emerged as a significant voice within the city’s vibrant musical culture, initially performing second-line parades and evolving into a globally recognized touring act. Their performances are characterized by energetic improvisation, complex arrangements and a strong connection to New Orleans’ social aid and pleasure club tradition.

Engine Rooms is a music venue located within the Southampton Solent University campus. Originally constructed as a power station supplying electricity to the docks, it underwent extensive refurbishment to become a dedicated entertainment space opening in 2016. The venue features a main room with a capacity of approximately 600 standing or 450 seated, alongside a smaller studio space suitable for more intimate performances or events.