Back in 1995, The Herbaliser burst onto the UK music scene with their debut LP Remedies, a cinematic and sample-rich blend of hip hop, funk, and jazz that helped define the early sound of pioneering label Ninja Tune. The brainchild of DJ Ollie Teeba and bassist Jake Wherry, the duo’s obsessive digging for vintage breaks and rare movie soundtracks became the cornerstone of a sound that pushed genre boundaries and redefined live hip hop.
Following up with the acclaimed Blow Your Headphones in 1997, The Herbaliser expanded into a powerhouse 8-piece live band, touring the world and becoming a standout fixture across electronic, jazz, and dub festivals. Their studio output continued to evolve, blending live instrumentation with sample wizardry through classic albums like Very Mercenary, Something Wicked This Way Comes and Take London.
In 2021, The Herbaliser project was officially declared over… but 2024 brought a new chapter.
Now reformed and revitalised, The Herbaliser Band returns to the stage, featuring original members Ralph Lamb (trumpet/flugelhorn), Andrew Ross (sax/flute), Micah Moody (drums), Patrick Dawes (percussion), joined by James Morton (alto sax), Oliver Parfitt (keys), Conor Cotterill (bass), and the inimitable DJ Ollie Teeba holding it down on the decks.
Expect a deep dive into their iconic Ninja Tune era (1995–2005), a full-force performance of Herbaliser classics, including tracks from Remedies, Blow Your Headphones, Very Mercenary, Something Wicked, and Take London.
Date: 14.03.26
Open Doors: 7.30pm Don Leisure: 8pm The Herbaliser: 9pm
End time: 10.15 pm
Tickets £22,50 – £30
This event is for 18+.
SUPPORT ACT: DON LEISURE
Don Leisure is a Cardiff-based DJ, beatmaker, and producer known for his eclectic, genre-blending sound. He’s also one half of the musical duo Darkhouse Family, alongside Earl Jeffers.
He originally made music under his own name Jamal, producing drum’n’bass before adopting the Don Leisure alias to explore more experimental, instrumental hip-hop landscapes.
His albums draw on a wide range of influences, from jazz and psychedelic folk to global sounds. In 2025, he won the Welsh Music Prize for his album Tyrchu Sain (“Digging Sain”), which samples and reimagines archival recordings from the iconic Welsh label Sain Records. The album features collaborations with Welsh artists such as Gruff Rhys, Carwyn Ellis, and Amanda Whiting.
Don Leisure is celebrated for his deep knowledge of music history, his adventurous production style, and his commitment to blending past and present in a way that honours Wales’s rich musical heritage.
The Herbaliser / Support: Don Leisure
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A Ninja Tune legacy returns: The Herbaliser Band
Back in 1995, The Herbaliser burst onto the UK music scene with their debut LP Remedies, a cinematic and sample-rich blend of hip hop, funk, and jazz that helped define the early sound of pioneering label Ninja Tune. The brainchild of DJ Ollie Teeba and bassist Jake Wherry, the duo’s obsessive digging for vintage breaks and rare movie soundtracks became the cornerstone of a sound that pushed genre boundaries and redefined live hip hop.
Following up with the acclaimed Blow Your Headphones in 1997, The Herbaliser expanded into a powerhouse 8-piece live band, touring the world and becoming a standout fixture across electronic, jazz, and dub festivals. Their studio output continued to evolve, blending live instrumentation with sample wizardry through classic albums like Very Mercenary, Something Wicked This Way Comes and Take London.
In 2021, The Herbaliser project was officially declared over… but 2024 brought a new chapter.
Now reformed and revitalised, The Herbaliser Band returns to the stage, featuring original members Ralph Lamb (trumpet/flugelhorn), Andrew Ross (sax/flute), Micah Moody (drums), Patrick Dawes (percussion), joined by James Morton (alto sax), Oliver Parfitt (keys), Conor Cotterill (bass), and the inimitable DJ Ollie Teeba holding it down on the decks.
Expect a deep dive into their iconic Ninja Tune era (1995–2005), a full-force performance of Herbaliser classics, including tracks from Remedies, Blow Your Headphones, Very Mercenary, Something Wicked, and Take London.
Date: 14.03.26
Open Doors: 7.30pm
Don Leisure: 8pm
The Herbaliser: 9pm
End time: 10.15 pm
Tickets £22,50 – £30
This event is for 18+.
SUPPORT ACT: DON LEISURE
Don Leisure is a Cardiff-based DJ, beatmaker, and producer known for his eclectic, genre-blending sound. He’s also one half of the musical duo Darkhouse Family, alongside Earl Jeffers.
He originally made music under his own name Jamal, producing drum’n’bass before adopting the Don Leisure alias to explore more experimental, instrumental hip-hop landscapes.
His albums draw on a wide range of influences, from jazz and psychedelic folk to global sounds. In 2025, he won the Welsh Music Prize for his album Tyrchu Sain (“Digging Sain”), which samples and reimagines archival recordings from the iconic Welsh label Sain Records. The album features collaborations with Welsh artists such as Gruff Rhys, Carwyn Ellis, and Amanda Whiting.
Don Leisure is celebrated for his deep knowledge of music history, his adventurous production style, and his commitment to blending past and present in a way that honours Wales’s rich musical heritage.