The Slackers

York



Brudenell Presents... With support from - Broken 3 Ways For 34 years, NYC’s the Slackers have toured the world with their critically acclaimed – and widely beloved – blend of ska, reggae, and soul.      The Slackers have been called “the sound of New York” by the New York Times. They were described by Brooklyn Vegan as a “clean mix of ska, reggae, and soul that gets dirtied up by Vic Ruggiero’s tough New York accent.” Decades into their run, The Washington Post noted that the Slackers “remain at the top of their game.”  Since forming in 1991, the Slackers have released 16 albums, 5 EPs, and countless singles. They have performed thousands of energetic concerts for their global fanbase and remain unstoppably prolific.  In their 2025 releases on Pirates Press Records, the EP “Money is King,” an indictment of the powerful as only the Slackers can do, went straight to the top 25 of the Submodern Reports album list. Their single “My Last Star” was a tribute to Hepcat's Greg Lee, fulfilling the final creative vision of the late singer. The 11-track compilation “Lost and Found Vol.2” had a surprise boogaloo breakout streaming hit with “Diskambobulated.” Their April 2022 album, “Don’t Let the Sunlight Fool Ya,” was the Slackers’ first charting record and qualified the sextet as a Billboard “new artist” – 30-plus years into their career! The power of the Slackers is nothing new to their fans, which number over 150K on social and thousands more via their direct-to-fan newsletter. The Slackers regularly perform at clubs and festivals around the world. They’ve sold out multiple curated 'slackfests' in London, Chicago, Austin, and Anaheim, as well as '5 days in LA' and their '5 boro tour' of New York City. The Slackers are currently booking 30 gigs throughout Europe between September 23-October 25, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Doors typically open one hour before the show starts. To get the best spot and enjoy the support act, plan to arrive early—around 7 PM is a safe bet.
Parking around Brudenell Social Club is limited. We recommend using nearby public car parks or taking public transport. Street parking is available but can be busy, especially on event nights.
There’s no formal dress code—come as you are! Comfortable casual wear and shoes are ideal for dancing and enjoying the show.
Brudenell Social Club is primarily an 18+ venue for evening concerts. Please check event-specific age restrictions before purchasing tickets.
Yes! Brudenell Social Club has a bar serving a wide range of drinks and light snacks, so you can stay refreshed throughout the show.
This is an indoor event, so the show will go ahead regardless of the weather. Just bring your umbrella for the trip to and from the venue!
The full concert experience, including the support act, usually lasts around 3 to 4 hours, with a break between sets.
Refund policies vary by ticket provider. Generally, tickets are non-refundable but transfers may be allowed. Please check your purchase terms carefully.
Yes, Brudenell Social Club is wheelchair accessible. If you require any assistance or special arrangements, contact the venue in advance.
Bring your ticket (printed or on your phone), ID for age verification, cash or card for drinks and merch, and comfortable shoes for dancing!

Sold out? Find more to do in York

No tickets left for this event. Browse top tours and experiences.
Browse tours & experiences

Top Things To Do in York

See All →

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 37,901* locals and visitors on My Guide York last month
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 180+ destination guides worldwide
  • 2006 online since

Real people. Locals and visitors who used My Guide York last month, counted from our site analytics. Updated monthly.

We are part of the My Guide Network

My Guide York is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides. We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing.

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.