Live Reviews
THE WOMBATS: OVO HYDRO, GLASGOW
Indie veterans The Wombats take on Glasgow’s OVO Hydro with a high-energy, hit-packed set — proving they can scale up...
DEACON BLUE: FAT SAM’S, DUNDEE
An evening of stirring nostalgia and fresh horizons from one of Scotland’s enduringly successful bands. There was a great deal...
PUBLIC SERVICE BROADCASTING: USHER HALL, EDINBURGH
Public Service Broadcasting returned to Edinburgh’s Usher Hall with a remarkable performance that was both visually and aurally captivating. The evening began with support from “She Drew the Gun,” a three-piece band led by vocalist and guitarist Louisa Roach. Their...
JOHN CALE: THE PAVILION THEATRE, GLASGOW
John Cale, legendary Velvet Underground co-founder, proves his enduring brilliance with a powerful, unpredictable set in Glasgow—blending new songs, rarities,...
SPRITUALIZED: THEATRE ROYAL, GLASGOW
Spiritualized’s Pure Phase remains a transcendent masterpiece. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Jason Pierce and his band delivered a spellbinding, immersive...
SERGEANT: THE CHURCH, DUNDEE
Scottish indie legends Sergeant returned to the stage after 15 years, delivering a powerful, energetic performance at Church Dundee that proved their second act might outshine their first. In the hallowed space of Church Dundee, a musical resurrection took place...
HAIVER: THE MACARTS. GALASHIELS
Haiver’s performance at MacArts showcased their evolving sound, led by Billy Kennedy’s heartfelt songwriting. Alongside rising talent Devin Casson, the...
THE DARKNESS: USHER HALL, EDINBURGH
A night of unrelenting energy and anthemic rock awaited as Ash and The Darkness took to the stage of Edinburgh’s...
THE WAEVE: ST LUKE’S, GLASGOW
Blur guitarist Graham Coxon and former Pipette, Rose Elinor Dougall return to Glasgow’s Saint Luke’s as their band THE WAEVE add some dazzling new tunes to their eclectic mix with the release of last year’s City Lights and spanking new...
DESCENDANTS, CIRCLE JERKS: O2 ACADEMY, GLASGOW
California punk invaded Glasgow as Descendents, Circle Jerks, and Negative Approach delivered a high-energy show, blending hardcore and history for...