Electric Group \u2013 which runs various venues across the UK, including Brixton Electric \u2013 stepped in as new operators, and confirmed in July that The Leadmill will be reinvented as a new music venue and opening its doors in 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n Now, further details about the \u00a32million transformation have been shared, with the site now set to be called Electric Studios, and ready to open on Leadmill Road in February.<\/p>\n The new space will host increased capacity with 1,050 for live gigs and 1,450 for club events, and owners say that it will be \u201ccollaborating with national and independent promoters, music labels, and brands\u201d to bring an eclectic mix of events to the live stage.<\/p>\n Following feedback from locals, there will be a redesigned venue layout, better stage sightlines, a new PA system, and improved facilities including toilets, cloakrooms, and staircases. Also on offer will be a rehearsal room, communal area and kitchen, to promote a collaborative workspace.<\/p>\n \u201cThere\u2019s a cyclical thing\u2026 Just as the Leadmill venue was a very powerful stimulus in 1980 in the morale of the creative community, the Electric Studios will do that again,\u201d said Alan Deadman, music promoter from Sheffield, Founder of Tramlines Festival and original member of the Leadmill Arts Cooperative.<\/p>\n Mike Weller, Head of Music for Electric Group went on to describe it as \u201cone of the most exciting projects I\u2019ve been involved in, bolstered by the positivity and support from local bands, DJs, and promoters\u201d.<\/p>\n Dominic Madden, Co-Founder of Electric Group added: \u201cSheffield is a special city, and with the plans for Electric Studios, we are committed to a programme of substantial investment, refurbishment and curation for it to thrive \u2013 with a modern vision that respects the cultural significance of the building and history of the existing venue while putting the artist and fan experience front and centre of our plans.<\/p>\n \u201cWork here so far is creating over 100 jobs, as it is being finalised for opening next Spring when we look forward to welcoming music lovers to the latest addition to the Electric circuit of special music venues,\u201d Madden continued.<\/p>\n The previous owners had operated on the site since 1980, and hosted live performances from local talent like Arctic Monkeys<\/a>, Pulp<\/a>, Bring Me The Horizon<\/a> and Self Esteem<\/a>, as well organising sets from Muse<\/a>, Coldplay<\/a>, The Strokes<\/a>, Oasis<\/a> and many more.<\/p>\n Friend of the venue Miles Kane played the final-ever live show at The Leadmill<\/a> on June 27, before \u2018The Last Dance\u2019 closed club night the next evening.<\/a><\/p>\n Threats of eviction go back to 2022<\/a>, and at the time there was a huge show of support from music fans and artists alike<\/a>.<\/p>\n Arctic Monkeys expressed their support for the landmark Sheffield venue that year<\/a> \u2013 following the Sheffield band playing two gigs there back in 2007 \u2013 and earlier this year Richard Hawley told NME about his \u201coverwhelming sense of sadness\u201d over the loss of the original Leadmill<\/a>. He would later go on to perform his final show at the historic venue on June 18<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/electric-leadmill@2000x1270.jpg\")
A general view of the Leadmill night club in Sheffield in 2022. CREDIT: Giannis Alexopoulos\/NurPhoto via Getty Images<\/p>\n![\"Mike](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/electric-mike-weller@2000x1270.jpg\")
Mike Weller, Electric Studios head of music. CREDIT: Aiden Joseph Media<\/p>\n