Resident Lock In: With Makeshift Art Bar

Makeshift Art Bar are playing at Resident Music on Sunday, 28 June 2026. The performance is part of a 'Resident Lock In' session, which takes place right on the shopfloor of the record store at 28 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL. It is a live music session specifically celebrating new music, and it offers a chance to see the band in a setting that is quite different from a traditional stage.

The band, who are known as 'Dinked Early Doors alumni', are using this session to showcase tracks from their upcoming EP, Marionette. It serves as a precursor to their full concert at the Green Door Store, which is scheduled for later this year. Hearing the new material in the shop environment allows for a more direct connection with the music before they take it to a larger venue. The band's background as alumni of the Dinked Early Doors programme is a key part of their development, and this session is a continuation of that journey.

The setting is described as 'nice n cosy', making use of the shopfloor space for the performance. It is also a charitable event, with all profits being donated to 'Mind in Brighton & Hove'. This organisation focuses on promoting mental health within the city and across the Sussex region. They work to empower individuals who are navigating mental health challenges, providing support to help them live a full life. The work they do is vital for the community, and this event is a way to support those efforts while enjoying live music.

During the session, North Garden Brewery will be on hand, offering beers for those attending. It is a ticketed event, so you will need to secure your place in advance. Tickets are priced at £5.00, and the session runs from 18:00 until 20:00.