Imperial Leisure at Drift Southsea

Imperial Leisure: Full live 7 piece ska band http://www.imperial-leisure.co.uk

Originally from London, Imperial Leisure manifested during early 2000 in the midst of many a dubious college party. No surprise really then that they quickly gained a reputation for high-intensity, alcohol tinged, good-time carnage. Since then the band have been going full throttle, smashing the festival and gig circuit for over a decade and now they gear up for the release of their third studio album “Lifestyle Brand”.

Never ones to shy away from a tour, Imperial Leisure have clocked up a fair few miles since their incarnation over 10 years ago. In 2006 - still considered newbies to the scene they appeared as support act to Ugly Duckling on their 18 date UK tour; becoming well-seasoned in the field they then went on to play with likes of Less Then Jake, Roots Manuva, The Sugar Hill Gang, UB40, Young Blood Brass Band and many many more.

Perhaps it was inevitable given the good time vibe of the music that they would be a hit at festivals: performances at numerous festivals across UK and Europe ensued, from super-sized Glastonbury and Bestival to the more modest but equally credible Boomtown Fair and secret Garden Party.

As part of their UK tour Imperial Leisure head to Southsea to play Drift.

Support comes from Southsea best party band; Funk You. They take classics from Blackstreet, Will Smith & Montell Jordan, as well as modern hits from the likes of Tinie Tempah, Pharrell Williams & Dizzee Rascal and give them a unique spin.

Tickets which includes free entry to the after party until 3am!

On the door: £7 Advance online: £5