Make sure you check out these ace bands:

The Mofos - http://www.themofos.co.uk/

Tortilla Army - http://www.myspace.com/tortillaarmy/

Relics - http://www.relicstheband.com/

Beergut 100 - http://www.beergut100.com/

These places support local and live music:

Kent Gigs -
http://www.kentgigs.co.uk/

Mr Gig -
http://www.mrgig.co.uk/

Earls, Maidstone - Music Venue in the heart of Maidstone
http://www.earlsmaidstone.co.uk/

Musician's Union
http://www.musiciansunion.org.uk/

Other stuff:

Beacon Light Hire -
http://www.beaconlightinghire.co.uk