Shows by indie rock band The Orielles and punk legend Lydia Lunch will be among the highlights when Coventry’s The Tin Music and Arts takes part in Independent Venue Week (IVW) this month.

The popular venue in the city’s Canal Basin is joining others across the UK for a seven-day celebration of the grassroots spaces that make live music and culture possible.

Taking place from Monday 26 January to 1 February, IVW is designed to shine a spotlight on the vital work done by independent venues like The Tin, which are often creative hubs, learning spaces and community gathering points as well as stages for live performances.

Jessica Harper, the Tin’s marketing manager, said IVW is a great opportunity for audiences to engage - or re-engage - with smaller venues, as well as see great live acts in a more intimate setting.

“Independent Venue Week is a crucial celebration of grassroots music, and this year we’ve brought together an incredible line-up for one of our biggest editions yet,” she said. “IVW is the perfect excuse to step out and experience live music this winter.”

An energetic live set from Halifax indie favourites The Orielles will kick things off on Wednesday 28 January, followed by Big Sexy Noise, which sees cult hero Lydia Lunch teaming up with members of Gallon Drunk for a powerful evening of alt-rock on 29 January.

The following night (30 January) will see a performance by local Americana-influenced supergroup Main Sheriff, while Saturday 31 January features a matinee show by folk outfit Hedera before wrapping up with Karma Sheen, whose music is a unique and potent blend of psychedelic and Hindustani influences.

For more information and tickets visit thetinmusicandarts.org.uk