UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
TØTEM
Hailing from London, TØTEM is a dynamic DJ known for his signature Deep and Afro House sets, seamlessly blending vibey Hip-Hop, R&B, Old School, and Afrobeats to create an unforgettable dance floor experience. Expect infectious energy and music that will keep you moving until the very last track.
FREE ENTRY.
KIKI SESSIONS
Soul, Funk, Jazz & Hip Hop focused jam night hosted by the incredible Kymara and her band.
Playing covers, originals and improvisation this is the perfect night to see some of the serious local talent Brighton has to offer.
Bring your instruments, come down from 8pm and be a part of the night!
FREE ENTRY.
NICHOLSON
Whether it's a club banger, a throwback hip-hop classic, or a bass-heavy jungle track, DJ Nicholson brings an unmatched energy to the decks, keeping the dance-floor electric and the crowd hooked.
With residencies spanning more than ten years in Brighton and London, he proudly brings his own musical experiences and influences to make sure the energy is right on the dance-floor.
FREE ENTRY!
SOIREÈ - SOA // SOUNDS OF ARTISTS
Digital + Live.
Soirée
Get ready for deep basslines and a dancefloor experience that’ll keep you moving all night. Expect an atmosphere charged with energy, community, and pure groove! This is live music, the Soirée way! 🌐
TØTEM
Hailing from London, TØTEM is a dynamic DJ known for his signature Deep and Afro House sets, seamlessly blending vibey Hip-Hop, R&B, Old School, and Afrobeats to create an unforgettable dance floor experience. Expect infectious energy and music that will keep you moving until the very last track.
FREE ENTRY.
NICHOLSON
Whether it's a club banger, a throwback hip-hop classic, or a bass-heavy jungle track, DJ Nicholson brings an unmatched energy to the decks, keeping the dance-floor electric and the crowd hooked.
With residencies spanning more than ten years in Brighton and London, he proudly brings his own musical experiences and influences to make sure the energy is right on the dance-floor.
FREE ENTRY!
4DM Presents
Join us for an evening of unreleased music and drinks with friends celebrating the launch of brand new Record Label, 4DM Presents.
FREE ENTRY!
OFFIE MAG & FRIENDS
Internationally read music publication ‘Off Licence Magazine’ present their bi-weekly intimate DJ event. Expect great DJs, great music and great vibes all night long!
FREE ENTRY!
DKMB
DKMB return to Dead Wax for another multi-genre masterclass featuring rnb, house, queer pop, jersey club, garage + more!
FREE ENTRY!
CRIMSON EP RELEASE SHOW
Crimson, the new indie-rock sensation, hails from Maidstone, Kent and is now proudly based in Brighton. Unapologetically ruthless, a queer heartbreaker, and a natural-born rockstar, Crimson Elliott fronts the band with fierce charisma. The lineup is completed by James Cairns on drums, Hannah Stevens on trumpet, and Genevieve Carey on bass.
To mark the release of their brand new EP ‘O’Hara’ they’ll be performing at Dead Wax alongside support from Arif Raihan & Imani Ruiz.
NICHOLSON X TØTEM
NICHOLSON: 10PM - 1AM
Whether it's a club banger, a throwback hip-hop classic, or a bass-heavy jungle track, DJ Nicholson brings an unmatched energy to the decks, keeping the dance-floor electric and the crowd hooked.
With residencies spanning more than ten years in Brighton and London, he proudly brings his own musical experiences and influences to make sure the energy is right on the dance-floor.
TOTEM: 1AM - 3AM
Hailing from London, TØTEM is a dynamic DJ known for his signature Deep and Afro House sets, seamlessly blending vibey Hip-Hop, R&B, Old School, and Afrobeats to create an unforgettable dance floor experience. Expect infectious energy and music that will keep you moving until the very last track.
FREE ENTRY.
KIKI SESSIONS
Soul, Funk, Jazz & Hip Hop focused jam night hosted by the incredible Kymara and her band, with this months highlighted artist Chloe Pamplin.
Playing covers, originals and improvisation this is the perfect night to see some of the serious local talent Brighton has to offer.
Bring your instruments, come down from 8pm and be a part of the night!
FREE ENTRY.
KHONZ
Your Saturday dose of Afrohouse, 3 Step, and Amapiano curated by DJ Khonz! A time will be had, don’t miss it.
FREE ENTRY!
NICHOLSON PRESENTS: NAUGHTY BY NATURE
Whether it's a club banger, a throwback hip-hop classic, or a bass-heavy jungle track, DJ Nicholson brings an unmatched energy to the decks, keeping the dance-floor electric and the crowd hooked.
With residencies spanning more than ten years in Brighton and London, he proudly brings his own musical experiences and influences to make sure the energy is right on the dance-floor.
FREE ENTRY!
OFFIE MAG & FRIENDS
Internationally read music publication ‘Off Licence Magazine’ present their bi-weekly intimate DJ event. Expect great DJs, great music and great vibes all night long!
FREE ENTRY!
MADE IN SUSSEX SHOWCASE
Join us for the third inaugural Made in Sussex showcase!
This year we're collaborating with Brighton Fringe for the first time and we're going to be hosting a talented bunch of homegrown talent who all have shows in Brighton Fringe 2026.
This show will include an interval, there will also be a Brighton Fringe Box Office on site.
Doors at 6:30pm for show at 7:30.
GET TICKETS HERE!
CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT
We are closed for refurbishment whilst we show the bar some serious love! Nothing crazy, just making sure we can keep slinging gorgeous creamy pints your way Monday to Sunday! Catch us back open on Wednesday night for bigger and better vibes!
SOIREÈ - SOA // SOUNDS OF ARTISTS
Digital + Live.
Soirée
Get ready for deep basslines and a dancefloor experience that’ll keep you moving all night. Expect an atmosphere charged with energy, community, and pure groove! This is live music, the Soirée way! 🌐
NICHOLSON PRESENTS: NAUGHTY BY NATURE
Whether it's a club banger, a throwback hip-hop classic, or a bass-heavy jungle track, DJ Nicholson brings an unmatched energy to the decks, keeping the dance-floor electric and the crowd hooked.
With residencies spanning more than ten years in Brighton and London, he proudly brings his own musical experiences and influences to make sure the energy is right on the dance-floor.
FREE ENTRY!
JAY-MO PRESENTS: SHALL WE KICK IT?
We are proud to present the powerhouse selecta that is Jay-Mo. Hailing from London and making serious waves in the South East! Whether she’s spinning old-school bangers or flipping a classic on its head, Jo-Jo brings it every time. 2024 saw a massive year for her where those who were lucky enough, saw her share stages with legends like London Elektricity, Tim Reaper, and Souls of Mischief. Last year even saw her supporting one of the pioneers of the UK rave scene - LTJ Bukem and she’s just getting started.
This time round she’ll be playing all things Latin & Afro, definitely not one to miss!
FREE ENTRY!
EMCO PRESENTS: JEANS & TEE
Em-Co is bringing the heat with an AFRO PARTY! Full send! Afro-beats, Garage, Bashment, Jersey Baille Funk!
FREE ENTRY!
BANK HOLIDAY : THE CLASH
You thought we were done hey? More of your fave tunes, more of your fave drinks and more of your fave brighton bartenders.
Let’s close the bank holiday the right way… on the Dead Wax dance floor with a spicy marg in hand
KING L X NICHOLSON B2B
R&B. AFROBEAT. MASH UPS.BASHMENT. GRIME.
HIP HOP. DANCEHALL. SOCA. AMAPIANO.
STAND UP RECORDS: RELEASE LAUNCH PARTY
04.04.26 – Deadwax
We’re back at the local spot on Saturday 4th April for an early evening session, celebrating our second vinyl release.
STAND002 copies and merch available on the day.
First record hits the decks at 5pm
FREE ENTRY!!!
COULD BE HUGE? COULD BE MASSIVE.
DIGITAL.
Local superstar DJ Dan Weston is bringing Could be Huge? Could be Massive to Dead Wax
Its one not to miss!
FREE ENTRY
DJ SHXYO : GUM BODY
BANK HOLIDAY THURSDAY @ DEAD WAX SOCIAL
Afrobeats // Hip-Hop // R&B // Old School R&B
10:30PM – 3AM
Bank Holiday Thursday so you already know we outside!
We’re kicking off the long weekend the right way with DJ Shxyo from 10:30PM – 3AM, bringing you Afrobeats, Hip-Hop, R&B and Old School R&B all night long!
Expect the kind of throwbacks that have the whole room shouting lyrics like it’s 2016 again!!
Whether you’re coming for the vibes, the music or to see your favourite bartenders get down, Dead Wax is the motive.
OFFIE MAG & FRIENDS
Off Licence Magazine are launching their bi-monthly intimate DJ evening at Dead Wax Social!
Boomslang Band
LIVE.
Boomslang is a uk-based jazz fusion powerhouse pushing the genre into new territory. led by bassist Kyle Welch, the band fuses high-intensity jazz virtuosity with the driving energy of drum & bass, the weight of hard rock, and the sonic edge of electronic production.
Free Entry!
TØTEM PRESENTS:
Hailing from London, TØTEM is a dynamic DJ known for his signature Deep and Afro House sets, seamlessly blending vibey Hip-Hop, R&B, Old School, and Afrobeats to create an unforgettable dance floor experience. Expect infectious energy and music that will keep you moving until the very last track
DJ NICHOLSON PRESENTS: Naughty by nature
Digital.
10.30PM - 3AM
Whether it's a club banger, a throwback hip-hop classic, or a bass-heavy jungle track, DJ Nicholson brings an unmatched energy to the decks, keeping the dance-floor electric and the crowd hooked.
With residencies spanning more than ten years in Brighton and London, he proudly brings his own musical experiences and influences to make sure the energy is right on the dance-floor.
FREE ENTRY!
GREENHOUSE JAM
LIVE.
Your Voice. Your Groove. Your Jam.
Musicians, vocalists and music lovers! This is our space for expression and celebrating grassroots music and local talent. Don’t miss out on a high energy jam session hosted by Cashgreen & Green House Band.
Live performances. Jam Session. Hip Hop Cypher.
FREE ENTRY!
BRING YA MUM 241!💕
Bring mumsie in on Saturday before Mother’s Day and get 2-4-1 on some of our most popular drinks! 💐
ST PATRICK'S DAY PARTY!
Starting with live trad bangers and a creamy Guinness all the way to a solid round of baby Guinness’ and cutting up the dancefloor til 3am! Let’s Party… the irish way!