August 20, 2026
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Multi‑million‑streaming band to perform at CHALK

Irwin Sparkes (left) and Martin Skarendahl (right) in 2007/Courtesy of Stephenmcleod

With more than 100 million streams on Spotify, the alternative pop‑rock music band The Hoosiers is returning to Brighton with an exclusive new record to share.

Their most recent album, Compassion, has enjoyed packed‑out acoustic record‑store tour success, and the duo is on a mission to beat the post‑summer blues.

Taking the stage at CHALK on the 16th of October, the band promises high energy and nostalgia, inviting fans to join in sing‑along and dance‑along moments with friends and family.

The Hoosiers are known for their UK Top‑10 hits “Worried About Ray” and “Goodbye Mr A,” along with fan favourite “Choices.”

Courtesy of The Hoosiers via SonicPR
Yan Sorochynskyi

Enthralled by the entertainment industry, Yan is a reporter for The Brighton Starling. He also provides coverage of music reviews, news, and interviews featuring industry professionals. Yan is studying Journalism at the University of Brighton and is keen to work with underrepresented voices.

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