Concerts and clubbing in Cardiff

Among the most well-known upcoming events in Cardiff over the next few months, the calendar points to a mix of live shows and club nights, with several names that will stand out for anyone looking for concerts in Cardiff or clubbing in Cardiff; in August, Old Mervs at Clwb Ifor Bach brings direct Australian indie rock, Life Of Agony at Thekla adds a heavy alternative metal and hardcore bill, and Patrick Watson at Rough Trade Bristol offers a stripped-back, intimate concert. The month also includes more club-focused energy with Overmono at Rough Trade Bristol for both a matinee and an evening DJ set, while Slaughter to Prevail at O2 Academy Bristol rounds out the heavier side of the season, with Crypta and Chained Saint also on the lineup.