EXTC 'This is Pop'

Catch a huge night of live music in Colchester as EXTC bring ‘This is Pop’ to Colchester Arts Centre on Friday 21 May 2027 (7pm). If you love razor-sharp hooks, new wave energy and classic British pop-rock, this is one gig you’ll want in your diary.

Led by XTC’s legendary drummer Terry Chambers, EXTC delivers the punch, precision and playful spirit that made XTC such an enduring influence. Expect a high-energy set packed with fan favourites and deep cuts, performed by a tight, road-tested band named and approved by XTC frontman Andy Partridge. Whether you grew up with the records or you’re discovering the songs for the first time, you’ll get a proper live experience—big rhythms, bright guitar lines, and choruses that stick. Arrive early to soak up the atmosphere and secure a great spot.

Colchester Arts Centre is a much-loved Essex venue set in the town centre, easy to reach by local buses and a short trip from Colchester stations and nearby parking.