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Earth Mother Fucker / Pound Land / Rev Simpkins
The Baths, Ipswich
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Get ready for a monumental night of music as we celebrate a major milestone in the local scene! Antigen Records is marking its Silver Anniversary, and they are doing it in style at one of our favorite local venues, The Baths.
This isn’t just a celebration of 25 years of independent music; it’s also a historic moment for Ipswich’s very own EMF (Earth Mother Fucker). After 38 years in the making, these legendary “sexagenarian noise-rock malcontents” are finally launching their debut studio album, Do Not Resuscitate. This is a rare chance to catch a band that has been at the heart of the label since the very beginning.
Meet the Support Acts
The night features a fantastic lineup of labelmates to get the energy going:
- Pound Land: Travelling down from Manchester, this group describes their sound as “post-industrial kitchen-sink punk-dirge absurdism.” Expect a gritty, high-energy performance that has been described by critics as a “jazz night terror.”
- Rev Simpkins: By day, Matthew Simpkins is a vicar in Clacton-on-Sea, but by night, he is a powerhouse of the East Anglian music scene. He’ll be joined by Ben Brown (of SuperGlu and Dingus Khan fame) to perform tracks from their acclaimed 2023 collaboration, Pissabed Prophet.
Essential Event Information
Date: Saturday 23 May 2026
Time: 7:30pm – 11:00pm
Venue: The Baths, Ipswich
Tickets: £10 + booking fee
Venue & Accessibility
The Baths is committed to being an inclusive space. The venue features a ramp entrance, and the entire bar and performance area are located on a single floor for easy movement. There is also an accessible toilet available on the same level. If you have specific requirements, please reach out to the venue staff who will be happy to help make your visit as smooth as possible.
Age Restrictions: This event is for ages 14 and over. Please note that those aged 14–17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Don’t miss out on this incredible slice of Ipswich music history—grab your tickets and help us celebrate 25 years of Antigen Records!
