Concerts Hub

Every gig I’ve been to — reviews, photos and memories from live music over the years

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Tangerine Dream

Tangerine Dream

I took my son to BAAD in Glasgow to see the Legendary German Electronic band, Tangerine Dream.

Brit Floyd – 15/3/19

Brit Floyd – 15/3/19

I took my son to The Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow to see the Worlds Best Pink Floyd Tribute Show.

John Grant – 1/2/19

John Grant – 1/2/19

I took my son along to the Kings Theatre in Glasgow to check out the support act of E.B The Younger and the main act John Grant.

Uncle Acid and The Deadbeats

Uncle Acid and The Deadbeats

I found out about Uncle Acid and The Deadbeats when I heard their concert was sold out, so I spent a week trying to get tickets as after checking them out on youtube I realised that it was a must-see gig!

The Filthy Tongues

The Filthy Tongues

I took my son to see The Filthy Tongues and support bands The Trama Dolls and The Countess of Fife at The Liquid Room in Edinburgh.

August Burns Red Night Out

August Burns Red Night Out

After taking my son to a Heavy Metal Surprise Gig his next gig of interest was August Burns Red at The Garage in Glasgow.

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.
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One-Off Gigs27 gigs
Spiritualized — Glasgow Theatre Royal
Melin Melyn — Glasgow Poetry Club
Sparks — Glasgow Armadillo
The Boo Radleys — Glasgow Hug and Pint
The Icicle Works — Glasgow Stereo
John Grant — Glasgow Kings Theatre
Aaron Wright — Glasgow CitizenM
Teenage Fanclub — Glasgow Kelvingrove Bandstand
Emmylou Harris — Glasgow Emirates
Chris Staples — Edinburgh Sneaky Petes
The Cosmic Dead — Edinburgh Opium
James — Edinburgh Corn Exchange
A Country Night in Nashville — Edinburgh Playhouse
Ultimate Rock Experience — Edinburgh Festival Theatre
Martin Metcalfe and Richard Jobson — Edinburgh Bar Yellow
Neil Young Tribute Night — Edinburgh Leith, The Village
John Anaya Duo — Edinburgh Leith, The Fat Badger
Eddi Reader — Dunfermline Alhambra
Martin Metcalfe and Richard Jobson — Galashiels Macarts
Grangemouth Tavern Night Out — Grangemouth Tavern
Bruce Springsteen — Sunderland Stadium of Light
Bosstria — Edinburgh + Glasgow St Lukes
Puddles Pity Party — Rothes Hall, Glenrothes
Wreckless Eric — Edinburgh

B&E Spotify List

Acts that I have seen with Emma on Spotify playlist.

Billy & Emma Concerts

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.”

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