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Event Information
The year 2020 sure wasnʼt the most ideal time to form a band, especially for a group of musicians who never played together before. Indeed, frontman TJ Freda assembled New York rock quintet GIFT by cherry-picking members of some of his favorite other bands, crossing his fingers and hoping for the best.
Having assembled on a lark in the Big Apple from roots as diverse as Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Brazil and Boston, the musicians leaned on their collective deep experiences in numerous non-performing aspects of the biz as part of settling on a bold new sound – a dizzying blend of early shoegaze, classic ʻ90s alternative rock and even modern pop.
Indeed, that GIFT emerged somewhat fully formed on their 2022 debut album Momentary Presence was a testament to the untapped creative potential laying deep within, and it wasnʼt long before the band was pricking up the ears of adventurous listeners both at home and across the Atlantic Ocean.
Illuminator, their 2024 debut album for revered New York independent label Captured Tracks, is the long-awaited payoff of GIFTʼs ever-growing musical and human chemistry. And while nods are apparent to label forerunners such as Beach Fossils, DIIV, and Wild Nothing, GIFT are shepherding those elements into wondrous new vessels for the present moment – sleek, often danceable, and frequently mesmerizing.
Venue Address:
The Bodega23 Pelham Street
Nottingham
NG1 2ED
Venue Information:
Universally regarded by locals and students alike as one of the best places to hang out, party and listen to live music in Nottingham, The Bodega is a must visit venue that has been at the very forefront of the Midlands music scene over the past two and a half decades.With a multitude of awards under it's belt including Spirit of the Scene (Music Week Awards 2025) and Grassroots Champion (Live Awards 2025), The Bodega holds its own as a great all-rounder whilst cementing itself a reputation for bringing world-class talent to audiences before they make it big.
Info Line: 0115 9505078
Opening Times:
Bar open from 4pm every day (2pm on Saturdays).
Concerts: Shows usually begin at 7pm and finish at 10/11pm, but please check set times on our Facebook page published on the show day.
Accessibility information:
Disabled Info: Please contact the venue directly for more information on 0115 950 5078 or online at http://www.bodeganottingham.com/venue-info/123-disability-access-informationTo arrange an essential companion ticket, please book a standard entry ticket and then email proof of eligibility through to access@alttickets.com. Any of the below are accepted, in addition we will review an application without these forms of evidence on a case-by-case basis.
• Front page of DLA / PIP
• Front page of Attendance Allowance letter
• Evidence that registered severely sight impaired
• Recognised Assistance Dog ID card
• Access Card
Once your request has been received and approved we will email you back with further information as to how your essential companion ticket will be issued