SOUTHAMPTON metal nuts Rather have got more rock in their riffs than a geologist's lunch box and they're playing The Joiners on Sunday night alongside Through These Lies and Reserved for Nothing

Bound by their mutual love of heavy metal and a simmering appetite to lead the rock revolution from the front Rather have earned a stinging reputation for mosh frenzied gigs and raging tunes. Don't miss the city's hottest four piece performing live this weekend.

Tickets are £5. The gig starts at 8pm. Contact 023 8022 5612 for more details.

PORTSMOUTH singer-songwriter Tom Kelsall performs a concert with a difference at the city's Milton Arms on Thursday.

The hour-long performance will be recorded as Tom's second live album, following September's Tom Kelsall: Live & Lithe - which was also recorded at The Barn. The gig starts at 8pm and is followed by an open mic slot.

THERE'S a feast of ska music courtesy of some of the best bands in the business at South Parade Pier in Southsea on Saturday including a performance by top Portsmouth band The Rackateers.

The gig runs from 8.30pm to 2am. Tickets are £15. To book in advance contact 023 9229 3571.