Bristol's most famous gig goer is set to return to the stage with his own band for the first time since his accident. 'Big Jeff' Johns has been confirmed to play with The Outlines at Independent Venue Week in Bristol, a UK-wide festival that celebrates grassroots music venues.
Jeff, who plays the drums, and bandmate Zach Hawthorn have been confirmed as the support act for avant-pop artist Nuha Ruby Ra at The Louisiana on February 2. It will be the first time the band have performed live since Jeff was badly burned in a fire at his home in June last year, which left him in hospital for treatment for almost six months.
Big Jeff described his first rehearsals behind the drumkit as "interesting" and is still grappling with burns on his hands. He added that the band "can't wait to get on stage" again in February, having last played at Dot To Dot Festival 2022 last May.
