John Robb

The 1865 presents by arrangement with Edge Street Live 
John Robb: Punk Rock Ruined My Life 
 
Join us at The 1865, Southampton on 19 May for a special sit-down evening with multifaceted UK music legend John Robb.

Not just a familiar face from TV, Robb is a best-selling author, musician, journalist, presenter and cultural commentator. He is also the founder of the influential music website Louder Than War, a publisher, festival organiser, eco-campaigner and the singer of post-punk mainstays The Membranes.

In the first half of the evening, John Robb will discuss his brand-new memoir “Punk Rock Ruined My Life.”The book explores his deep friendships with cultural figures ranging from Poly Styrene to Chris Packham, packed with riotous stories that offer an alternative history of British music and culture — and a triumphant blueprint for living a true punk rock life.

In the second half of the show, John will interview a very special guest (TBC).
The evening will conclude with a Q&A session, giving the audience the chance to ask John their own questions.

Ticketmaster UK 0870 154 40 40, International 00 44 161 385 3500 Box office: 020 8980 3030

Collect from The Hippodrome during the 45 minutes before the show. Take the credit card and the Ticketmaster reference number.

- Limited on-site parking available
- Nearby public parking garages within 5-minute walk
- Street parking with metered zones
- Recommended to arrive early for parking

The Hippodrome is accessible to those with special needs.

No recording. No photography. No alcohol. No smoking in auditorium.

- Recommended age limits vary by event
- Children under 14 must be accompanied by adult
- Some events may be 16+ or 18+
- Infant/child ticket policies differ by performance