Posted at 08:20 in St Albans in EventsThere is just a week to go until the first Escape to the City all-dayer at St Albans’ iconic Pioneer Club – a showcase for new up-and-coming local talent alongside exciting bands from further afield. I think she’s a big reason that I got into writing.”Escape to the City will be her first gig in her hometown: “I’m really looking forward to playing with my band again. [the full stop is part of her name] is a newbie to the city: “I have never been to St Albans and I’m a massive history nerd. “In terms of new artists, one of our favourites are High Regard who are absolutely smashing it at the moment! We’ve also been introduced to some great new artists by getting involved with the Escape to the City 2025 lineup, Leona Rue especially is a new favourite!

Source: The Times September 13, 2025 07:24 UTC