Gooseberry announce first-ever London headline present at iconic Barfly

Brooklyn trio Gooseberry have announced their first-ever UK tour, with a headline show at the newly relaunched Barfly London just after they release their second album

Gooseberry are a powerhouse within NYC’s alternative music scene

An iconic venue is playing host to highly-rated Brooklyn trio Gooseberry omn the group’s debut UK tour.

Legendary Chalk Farm Road venue Barfly will play host to one of the hippest bands out of New York on November 3. The the evening provides music lovers with a precious opportunity to witness one of Brooklyn’s most thrilling emerging bands in an intimate atmosphere.

Gooseberry has rapidly established itself as a powerhouse within NYC’s alternative music landscape. Established in 2019, the trio – Asa Daniels (guitar, vocals), Evin Rossington (drums) and Will Hammond (bass) – blend rock, indie and blues into a distinctive sound that has generated millions of streams and praise from industry influencers.

Their 2024 maiden album All My Friends Are Cattle demonstrated the band’s scope, produced alongside a Grammy-winning collective including James ‘Jimmy T’ Meslin (Dream Theater, John Petrucci, Rush), Colin Bryson (Zach Bryan, J Balvin, Willow Avalon) and Phil Joly (The Strokes, Lana Del Rey, Daft Punk). The record has exceeded 3M streams, with breakout track ‘Kikiyon’ alone surpassing 1M plays on Spotify.

Barfly venue in Camden has reopened(Image: VV Shots via Getty Images)

Now commanding 70K+ monthly listeners, major festival appearances and a rapidly expanding global following, Gooseberry embark upon a fresh phase with Their second LP, Simple Sucker, set to be released on September 25, is paving the way for their most significant year yet.

Barfly is a renowned grassroots venue that has helped launch generations of global talent.

From Coldplay and Adele to The Strokes, Ed Sheeran, The Killers and The Cure, Barfly has become synonymous with grassroots discovery – a rite of passage for artists destined for major stages.

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Its reopening this June signifies the revival of a crucial cultural institution, refurbished with improved sound, a vinyl listening bar and a renewed dedication to championing emerging artists.

Gooseberry’s debut continues this legacy, offering fans the opportunity to see a future festival headliner in a room designed for breakthrough moments.

  • Tickets for Gooseberry at Barfly are on sale now via Tixr
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