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The Sensational David Bowie Tribute Band – Merchant’s Hall, Edinburgh – 5 Aug 2022

Posted on August 5, 2022 by georgeglen

Our annual Edinburgh Festival treat is an evening of fantastic Bowie at the gorgeous Merchant’s Hall with the sensational John and the gang. Two brilliant sets of all the hits by the best Bowie tribute band around (and we have … Continue reading →

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Peter Hook & The Light – Barrowlands, Glasgow – 28 July 2022

Posted on July 28, 2022 by georgeglen

A long but enjoyable day in Glasgow started with a special Q&A session with Hooky at guitarguitar just down the road from Barrowlands. Entertaining as always and heard some new funny anecdotes prompted by some interesting questions! A great character … Continue reading →

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The Postcards – Whistlebinkies, Edinburgh – 23 July 2022

Posted on July 23, 2022 by georgeglen

A great couple of sets at Whistlebinkies in Edinburgh on Sunday. Thanks to everyone that came down. And danced! And sang! Definitely our favourite Binkies gig so far.

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Hanley & The Baird – Kings Live Lounge, Kirkcaldy – 22 July 2022

Posted on July 22, 2022 by georgeglen

After Edinburgh … next stop Kirkcaldy! Thanks to all who attended and helped out especially Eve Davidson for being our special guest. Same set as Edinburgh worked even better. What a great crowd and a real party atmosphere. Can’t wait … Continue reading →

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Hanley & The Baird – Hive, Edinburgh – 15 July 2022

Posted on July 15, 2022 by georgeglen

The first of a two gig East of Scotland ‘tour’ at Hive. Thanks to everyone who came out and Paul Gilbody for opening for us. One new original song ‘Motorway Song’ sounded great and two new covers in ‘From Now … Continue reading →

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Open Match – Magiscroft – 10 July 2022

Posted on July 10, 2022 by georgeglen

 A great days fishing catching lots of Ide, from a great peg 8 on the Island Pond. Just managed to pip Woody for the win which is an achievement I’m very chuffed about. what can I do to keep up … Continue reading →

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The Postcards – Whistlebinkies, Edinburgh – 28 June 2022

Posted on June 28, 2022 by georgeglen

We were back at Whistlebinkies last night for another double set. Three new songs debuted including the 12” version of “Don’t You Forget About Me”, and a very enjoyable “Disco 2000”. Thanks to all the people that came along and … Continue reading →

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Sing In The City – Usher Hall, Edinburgh – 19 June 2022

Posted on June 19, 2022 by georgeglen

What a great occasion to be part of the twice postponed SITC all choirs show we have all been preparing for up to 3 years! A privilege to play on such a big stage at such a famous venue with … Continue reading →

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Penelope Isles – Hidden Door, Edinburgh – 17 June 2022

Posted on June 17, 2022 by georgeglen

This was the only night I could make of this great 2 weeks festival at the temporarily made music venue at the old Royal High school. An amazing building and a great effort turning it into a magical home for … Continue reading →

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Jon Spencer & The Hitmakers – Broadcast, Glasgow – 12 June 2022

Posted on June 12, 2022 by georgeglen

To cut a long story short, I booked to see Jon Spencer from USA only because my drumming hero Janet Weiss from Skeater-Kinney was in his band with Sam Coombes. Sam and Janet have a great two piece band Quasi … Continue reading →

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