CARDIACS
CARDIACS
Kavus Torabi: revving up.
Bringing Cardiacs’ music to a new generation.
Jim Smith holds court.
VENUE WEDGEWOOD ROOMS, PORTSMOUTH
DATE 09/03/2026
When Cardiacs walk onstage for this hugely anticipated first date of their tour, the crowd start chanting “Tim, Tim, Tim!” for Tim Smith, the group’s late founder member and main songwriter, whose musical vision this concert is honouring. Or maybe it’s “Jim, Jim, Jim!” for his bassist brother, who takes centre-stage? It’s hard to tell, but both would be appropriate.
Mike Vennart makes an excellent live debut as Cardiacs’ vocalist.
Another bite of the Cardiacs’ cherry: Chlöe Herington.
SIMON ARNOLD
The best night ever: Cardiacs strike a pose.