Concerts Hub
Every gig I’ve been to — reviews, photos and memories from live music over the years
Latest Concerts
Ride & bdrmm
Every so often a gig comes along that you know you probably shouldn’t be spending money on, but you buy a ticket anyway.
Yin Yin, Paddy Steer & Redolent
One of the advantages of keeping an eye on gig listings is that every now and again you stumble across a band you never expected to see anywhere near Scotland.
Tomorrow Syndicate – Blue Arrow – 30/1/20
One of the unexpected benefits of discovering a new band is that you suddenly start noticing their name appearing everywhere.
Domiciles – Blue Arrow – 30/1/20
A good gig can leave you wanting more.
Primal Scream – Glasgow Barrowlands
Some bands become woven into the fabric of your life.
Barb Jungr – Queens Hall 2012
Billy takes a chance on Barb Jungr at Edinburgh’s Queens Hall during the 2012 Festival — and is very glad he did.
Live Music
Over 160 concert reviews from Edinburgh, Glasgow, and beyond. Photos, stories, and honest write-ups.
Best Concerts Ever (Hand-picked)
- Bruce Springsteen — Stadium of Light — The Boss. Three hours. Every penny worth it.
- PJ Harvey — Glasgow — One of the greatest live performers I’ve ever seen.
- The Flaming Lips — Edinburgh — Absolute chaos in the best way. I’ve seen them twice and both times were unforgettable.
- Van Morrison — Usher Hall — I’ve reviewed multiple Van Morrison gigs across Scotland, Belfast, and beyond. The man delivers every time.
- Mark Knopfler — A Dire Straits fan since forever. This one meant a lot.
- Mogwai — Barrowlands — Scottish legends on their home turf.
- My Bloody Valentine — OVO Hydro — Bring earplugs. Seriously.
- Primal Scream — Glasgow Barrowlands — Barrowlands on a good night is the best venue in Scotland. This was a good night.
- Slowdive — Glasgow Barrowland — Shoegaze perfection.
- Godspeed You! Black Emperor — Glasgow Barrowland — Not for everyone. Absolutely for me.
B&E Spotify List
Acts that I have seen with Emma on Spotify playlist.
What People Say
“One of the most entertaining and funniest performances of the weekend. Legend.”
Marcus Payne
“The utterly hilarious and uncompromising Billy Watson.”
Speakeasy Comedy Club — Edinburgh venue
“Billy Watson and Speakeasy favourite… had absolutely storming gigs.”
MOB Speakeasy — Venue listing
“His stand-up set had me with sore cheeks.”
John Carroll
“Only top quality stand-up will be on show, in a virtue-signalling and self-censorship free zone, including Billy Watson.”
Speakeasy Comedy Club — Michael O’Bernicia
“Billy Watson was awesome at eqRAnox.”
Rise Above
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