Yorkshire Day 2025: Bradford Goes Full Metal as Rock Legends Take Over Nightrain
Bradford is about to get loud—very loud. Forget the tea and biscuits, this Yorkshire Day is all about roaring riffs, legendary choruses, and headbanging anthems as some of the region’s most iconic rockers descend on Nightrain for a night that promises to shake the very foundations of the UK City of Culture.
Leading the charge? None other than Graham Oliver’s Army, the latest incarnation of the riff-wielding master behind Saxon’s golden age. If you’ve ever blasted Denim & Leather or Princess of the Night, you know exactly the kind of heavy metal magic Oliver conjures up. The Yorkshire-bred shredder is bringing his army to Bradford, armed with classic Saxon hits and molten guitar solos that refuse to age.
Backing up the headlining slot is a name etched deep in Bradford rock history—Tony Wright, the unmistakable voice behind Terrorvision. Whether it’s the party-fueled madness of Tequila or the singalong explosion of Oblivion, Wright’s presence guarantees an electrifying set filled with fists-in-the-air moments. Riding high off the success of We Are Not Robots, his latest release, the Terrorvision frontman is set to give fans a proper hometown showdown.
And kicking off the night with a uniquely Yorkshire spin? None other than Ey Up Maiden, the region’s finest tribute to Iron Maiden, bringing the legendary metal anthems with a local twist. Expect a classic set delivered with unashamed Yorkshire grit—because who wouldn’t want The Trooper with a proper accent?
The mastermind behind this heavy-hitting celebration is Keith Tempest, owner of Nightrain, who knows exactly how to honor Yorkshire Day properly. “Monsters of Rock was an iconic festival celebrating pure rock n’ roll, so what better way to mark Yorkshire Day during Bradford’s year as UK City of Culture than a night of pure Yorkshire rock?”
But it’s not just about the music—Yorkshire Day 2025 will see events and festivities across Bradford and Ilkley, including the first major gig at the new Bradford Live venue, where the Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra will team up with poet Ian McMillan and the BBC Bantam of the Opera choir for a different kind of celebration. So whether you fancy orchestral grandeur or full-throttle guitars, Yorkshire Day has something for everyone.
Bottom line? If you love rock, love Yorkshire, and love seeing icons take the stage, Monsters of Yorkshire Rock is an absolute must. Get your tickets before they vanish faster than a pint at a Bradford gig night.
Monsters of Yorkshire Rock
Friday, 1 August 2025
Nightrain, Bradford
Tickets: Get yours here
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