Malcolm Middleton

Glasgow ABC

To headline at Glasgow’s ABC almost a year to the day since the emotional farewell gig by former band Arab Strap is testament to the brilliance of Malcolm Middleton’s catalogue of solo work. more… “Malcolm Middleton”

The National – interview

Waiting outside the ABC for my arranged meeting with one of the most lauded bands of the year, The National, I look up at the huge sign with the band’s name in lights and curse myself for not having managed to see them at any one of the smaller gigs they have played in Glasgow before tonight. more… “The National – interview”

Carter USM

Glasgow Barrowlands

“And without any warning at all you’re suddenly a fat bastard….You fat bastard, you fat bastard, YOU FAT BASTARD.” more… “Carter USM”

Action Group

Edinburgh The Lot

It is always nice to see a gig off the beaten track and so I had been eagerly awaiting visiting The Lot since the announcement of this Green Party charity night. more… “Action Group”

Kate Walsh

Edinburgh Queens Hall

Opening for Richard Hawley could be considered something of a daunting task – you are playing to a crowd who are as devoted as a football support, add to that the fact that few if any have heard your songs and it could get on top of you. more… “Kate Walsh”

Found

Synths Like Minds

Having built up a more than credible reputation in Scotland through airplay on Vic Galloway’s show and word of mouth live performances more… “Found”