What is it? 

To celebrate the launch of Power Ballad – the feel-good film starring Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, released in UK cinemas on Friday, May 29 – we’ve dueted with Lionsgate to spotlight some of the most exciting new musicians from around the UK.

Taking place on Wednesday, May 27 at the Guinness Vaults at Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Covent Garden, it’s your chance to see the next big thing in music and join other fans as talented singers take to the stage. But the best bit? We’ve got free tickets to give away on a first come, first served basis, with free pints of Guinness, food, photo opportunities – and of course, incredible live music – on offer for everyone who bags a spot.

We’ll also be inviting the Time Out audience to vote for their Fan Favourite from the night’s line-up – with the winning act receiving a four-hour professional recording session with an experienced producer and studio engineer, a covetable Gibson guitar, loads of vinyl and merch.

It all ties in with the release of Power Ballad. The upcoming movie from writer-director John Carney follows past-his-prime wedding singer Rick (Paul Rudd) when he meets fading boy-band star Danny (Nick Jonas) during a gig. The pair bond over music and a late-night jam session – but when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the credit he believes he deserves, even if it means risking everything.

When is it?

Wednesday, May 27 2026 at 7pm - 11pm

Guests are encouraged to arrive between 7pm and 7.45pm, when live music will begin

Where is it?

The Guinness Vaults at Guinness Open Gate Brewery, 5 Langley St, London, WC2H 9JA 

Why attend?

For music fans, it’s a chance to see some of the most exciting up-and-coming musicians from around the UK. Better still, we’ve got 100 free tickets to give away, with complimentary Guinness, food and photo opps included.

Need to know

• This is valid for a ticket to 'Power Ballad: Live' by Lionsgate and Time Out.
• This offer is restricted to those aged 18 and over.
• Entry is on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend arriving early. We will not be able to admit additional guests once the venue reaches capacity.
• Guests are encouraged to arrive between 7pm and 7.45pm, when live music will begin.
• Address: The Guinness Vaults at Guinness Open Gate Brewery, 5 Langley St, London, WC2H 9JA 
• Tickets cannot be cancelled, amended, exchanged, refunded or used in conjunction with any other offer. For full terms and conditions, please see here.