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Singer-songwriter Elo Pender and multi-instrumentalist Lewis Anderson are embracing a more dance-oriented direction, write Olaf Furniss and Derick Mackinnon

How to watch the Scottish BAFTAs and the full list of 2026 nominees

How to get tickets & presale for KPop Demon Hunters live in Glasgow

Beabadoobee will kick off the UK leg of her tour in Glasgow on Saturday, November 14 2026.

Beabadoobee Glasgow: Setlist, times, support and more for Hydro gig

Foo Fighters on stage at Hampden Park in Glasgow.

What we know about Foo Fighters’ 2027 tour - including Edinburgh gig

Including headliners Blink-182, Bring Me The Horizon and Evanescence, more than 100 acts have been confirmed for Download 2027 so far.

DLXXIV: 18 highlights from the Download 2027 line-up announcement

The Script have shows lined up for Aberdeen and Glasgow.

Your guide to The Script’s Scottish shows, from stage times to setlist

Squeeze and Billy Bragg will play the OVO Hydro in Glasgow.

Squeeze Glasgow: Setlist, times, support, and tickets for Hydro gig

Sophie Ellis-Bextor has announced two festive shows for Scotland in 2027.

Sophie Ellis-Bextor announces two Scottish shows - how to get tickets

Ad Feature Four unforgettable ways to welcome 2027 in Scotland

Stevie Wonder will celebrate 50 years of ‘Songs in the Key of Life’ with a show in Glasgow on Wednesday, November 11.

Stevie Wonder Glasgow: Setlist, stage times and more for Hydro gig

Deep Purple were forced to postpone their 2026 tour dates.

Deep Purple share update after Glasgow tour date postponed

Ad Feature Full music line-up unveiled for Hogmanay in Edinburgh

Myles Smith will headline Glasgow's OVO Hydro on Tuesday, November 10 2026.

Myles Smith Glasgow: Setlist, times, support and more for Hydro gig

Fall Out Boy will bring their Twilight of the Punks tour to Glasgow in 2027.

Fall Out Boy announce Glasgow gig - tickets, prices and presales

Fall Out Boy have teased a possible Glasgow gig, with a series of cryptic social media clues.

What we know about Fall Out Boy's 2027 tour, including Glasgow gig

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Supersun

Under the Radar: Supersun

Billy Ocean will celebrate 50 years of his breakthrough single with a show in Glasgow in 2027.

Billy Ocean Glasgow: How to get tickets for star's SEC Armadillo gig

The first wave of acts for Download 2027 will soon be announced.

When is the Download 2027 line-up announced?

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Elaine C Smith and Johnny Mac will star in Aladdin at King's Theatre in Glasgow.

Here are 7 festive shows to see in Glasgow during Christmas 2026

It's fun to watch fireworks with a crowd of people.

Highland Public Fireworks Displays 2026: 7 Bonfire Night events

Organised displays are the safest way to enjoy fireworks.

Fife Public Fireworks Displays 2026: 10 Bonfire Night events

Here are all of this year’s shortlisted Scottish Album of the Year Award contenders.

SAY Award 2026: Here are all 10 Scottish Album of the Year nominees

Even sparklers can be dangerous if not treated with care.

Firework Safety: Ensure your Bonfire Night doesn't end in disaster

The Teskey Brothers will return to Glasgow in 2027, with a massive show at the OVO Hydro.

How to get tickets and presale for The Teskey Brothers in Glasgow

Who will headline Glastonbury 2027?

Glastonbury Headliners 2027 Odds: 11 artists tipped to top the bill

It's fun watching fireworks as part of a crowd.

Aberdeen Public Fireworks Displays 2026: 10 Bonfire Night events

There are a number of fireworks events around Glasgow this year.

Glasgow Public Fireworks Displays 2026: 10 Bonfire Night events

The annual John Lewis advert has become one of the traditions of a British Christmas.

Every John Lewis Christmas Advert: All 20 iconic festive ads

Here’s what to know about Noah Kahan’s Glasgow Hydro gigs, from setlist to stage times.

Noah Kahan Glasgow: Setlist, times, support and more for Hydro gigs

There are plenty of fireworks displays in and around Edinburgh this year.

Edinburgh Public Fireworks Displays 2026: 10 events around the Capital

Karen Dunbar

Karen Dunbar cancels tour after claiming promoter hasn't paid her

Scorpions have a big date with Glasgow.

Scorpions Glasgow Hydro Ticket Presales and Prices: Bag a ticket

Assistant curator Svetlana Panova with a costume by Freddie Burretti for the 1973 Ziggy Stardust Tour.

David Bowie Dundee Exhibition:10 pictures of the new V&A show

Here's everything you need to know for a third chance of securing tickets for Rod Stewart’s farewell tour when it comes to Glasgow.

Rod Stewart adds another Glasgow gig to his Finale Encore Tour

Are these your Download 2027 headliners?

Download Headliners 2026 Predictions: 11 bands tipped to top bill

Paul Heaton has a big date with Edinburgh.

Paul Heaton Edinburgh Castle Ticket Presales and Prices: Bag a ticket

Shania Twain is among the Glasgow Summer Sessions 2027 headliners.

How to get Shania Twain tickets and presale for huge 2027 Glasgow gig

F.O. Machete

Under the Radar: F.O. Machete

Cody Johnson has a big date with Glasgow.

Cody Johnson Glasgow Hydro set times, support, tickets, setlist

Papa Roach have a big date with Glasgow.

Papa Roach Glasgow Hydro set times, support, tickets, setlist

The Australian Pink Floyd have a big date with Glasgow.

Australian Pink Floyd Glasgow Hydro set times, support, setlist

Paul Heaton has a big date with Glasgow this week.

Paul Heaton Glasgow Hydro set times, support, tickets, setlist

Iconic Bollywood film KUCH KUCH HOTA HAI to celebrate 30th anniversary at 2028 Edinburgh International Film Festival

Cult Bollywood film to come to Scottish screens for 30th anniversary

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Christopher Bowen - SCO Viennese New Year 2026

Ad Feature Celebrate the festive season with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra

Suede and Manic Street Preachers played a co-headlining gig at the OVO Hydro this week.

Suede and Manic Street Preachers at Glasgow Hydro: 21 pics of the gig

Culture Creative boss Zoe Bottrell reveals Christmas At Botanics 2026 magical highlights

Ad Feature PREVIEW: Christmas at the Botanics creative boss reveals highlights

How to get tickets for The Mousetrap on tour in Scotland in 2027

This year's Diwali falls in early November.

When is Diwali 2026? Festival of Light date, how it's celebrated

It's fireworks season in Scotland.

Scottish Fireworks Law 2026: When it is legal to set off fireworks?

Marti Pellow has a big date with Glasgow.

Marti Pellow Glasgow Hydro Ticket Presales and Prices

The reward for all that hard work.

How to make a Turnip Halloween Lantern: Here's a step-by-step guide

Paisley Halloween Festival took place at the weekend,

Paisley Halloween Festival 2026 in Pictures: 14 photos of the event

Jasmin Jet

Under the Radar: Jasmin Jet

Here are just some of the launch events happening in Scotland for Sarah J Maas' newest ACOTAR novel.

30 events in Scotland where fans can celebrate new ACOTAR book release

Ashe will headline Glasgow's O2 Academy in April 2027.

Everything you need to know about Ashe tickets and presale for Glasgow

Here are 13 of the best horror films available to watch now on Disney Plus.

Here are 13 of the top horror films currently streaming on Disney Plus

Wallace & Gromit Lego set

15 Wallace & Gromit gifts to celebrate Aardman's 50th birthday

The spectacular Winter Cathedral s set to be a returning favourite at Christmas at the Botanics 2026.

Ad Feature Christmas at the Botanics is Scotland’s dazzling beacon of festive fun

Three Scottish acts to have been nominated for the Mercury Music Prize.

What Scottish Acts Have Been Nominated For The Mercury Prize? All 18

The event at Dunblane Hydro will raise money to help children like Poppy Louden, from Glasgow, who have the rare neurodevelopmental disorder Rett Syndrome.

Rett Syndrome Awareness Month: Dunblane Hydro hosts fundraising event

Chvrches have announced three Scottish gigs for 2027.

Chvrches Glasgow, Aberdeen and Edinburgh Ticket Presales and Prices

Here's everything you need to know about tickets and presales for Texas' 2027 tour.

Texas Presale Tickets: How to see band on tour in Aberdeen and Glasgow

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Fail: Scotland misses climate target

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