Friday 7th February 2025: The Shapes, Dada Paradox, Queen Eleanor's Cross, Weekend Warriors, Dr Sivasambo Sriharan
The Shapes
The Shapes are a nine piece band from Oxford UK playing upbeat indie songs of love, loss, and sometimes social commentary.
Dada Paradox
Brit-centric, catchy and sardonic Progressive Retro-Pop. and described by the New York Daily as "Majestically Jangly".
Queen Eleanor's Cross
A gothic post-punk duo from the middle of England, creating a modern sound that remembers the past, mixing thumping beats, searing guitars and lyrics invoking horror, despair and mysticism.
Weekend Warriors
Four pop rock funk teenagers from Oxford delivering covers and originals with energetic style.
Dr Sivasambo Sriharan
Opening the night will be a short set by Dr Sriharan on the miridangam, a South Indian tuned drum used in the karnatic style of the region, accompanied by Phil Freizinger on flute.
Florence Park Community Centre
Cornwallis Road
Oxford OX4 3NH
Florence Park Community Centre is located on Cornwallis Road, a short distance from the Junction with Iffley Road. Admission is cash or card at the door, and once inside you can also use cash or card at the bar. The venue is all on one level and fully accessible. All ages are welcome but under 16s should be accompanied by a responsible adult.
If coming by bus, the venue is well serviced by the frequent Iffley Road buses. If travelling on the 46 route, the nearest stops are Cornwallis Close. If travelling on the 3/3A/3B from Oxford City Centre, ask for Freelands Road, whilst the nearest stop towards Oxford City Centre is called Henley Avenue. All of these stops are just a short walk away along a well-lit road.
If coming by car, on-site parking is restricted but kerbside parking is available on the surrounding roads. Please note that the turn from Iffley Road into Cornwallis Road is strictly buses only, policed by ANPR traffic cameras. To avoid fines, drivers need to travel via Church Cowley Road and Florence Park Road, (see map).
