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Clyde Auditorium, GlasgowFlorida based rock band 'Lynyrd Skynyrd' first became prominent in the southern US states post 1973 and went on to worldwide success. Famed for songs such as 'Free Bird' and 'Sweet Home Alabama' they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006. In 1977 three band members and one road crew member were killed in a plane crash and the group disbanded. They reformed in 1987 for a tour and further albums have been released, the latest of which was 'God and Guns' in 2009.…
Barrowlands, GlasgowHailing from Manchester, England, 'The Charlatans' were part of the ever-popular Brit pop, alternative rock scene of the 1990s. Band members are Tim Burgess, Mark Collins, Martin Blunt, Tony Rogers and Jon Brookes (who has recently been diagnoses with a brain tumour). Together they have released 11 studio albums and enjoyed 4 top ten hits. Their latest album release was 'Who We Touch' in 2010.…
British punk rock group The Damned formed in 1976 in London, and are one of the forerunners of the gothic genre, bringing rock, garage rock, cabaret and psychadelic styles into both their music and their image. Their current lineup include Vanian, Captain Sensible, Monty Oxy Moron, Pinch and Stu West. Having made a recent comeback, The Damned have performed at several festivals in 2011, including The Bulldog Bash, Rebellion Festival and Whitby Gothic Festival.…
O2 Academy Glasgow, GlasgowBoyce Avenue is one of the coolest bands right now who's known for their amazing gift to sing cover songs nearly better than the original. They have performed and collaborated with vocalists like Kina Grannis, DeStorm, the Jabbawockeez, among many others. Their music is truly amazing, but what sets them apart is their overall sound that makes them sound so original despite the fact that they're singing covers. They've toured across countries like the Philippines and Britain, and they make frequent visits to both at the same time. They are definitely going to come back here in Britain pretty so…
Irish pop band 'Westlife' have been one of the most successful boy bands of our time. First signed by Simon Cowell in the late 90s, now managed by Louis Walsh, the band are the only group in British or Irish history to have seven singles go straight to number 1. They began as a quintet but since the departure of Brian McFadden in 2004 have been a successful quartet. Their latest release was 'Gravity' in 2010.…
Clyde Auditorium, GlasgowAn Irish rock band formed in 1962 getting their name from the book "Death of a chieftain" by Irish author John Montague. Apart from their own music they influenced many bands and performed with them both in UK and America. Van Morrisons Have I told you lately with the Chieftains was a big hit.They were also critically acclaimed for their version of "Women of Ireland" which contributed to Leonard Rosennman's osacr winning score to Stanley Kubricks "Barry Lyndon" They were much appreciated by the Rock fraternity and even influenced Jerry Garcia and Grisman in some of their renditions of Irish s…
After being in indefinite hiatus for quite some time, this American rock band is so back! Yes! Blink 182's Tom DeLonge, Travis Barker, and Mark Hoppus have decided to play music again together. Since their last appearance onstage in December 2004, the band have reformed. With their exceptional musical style and original songs-- with occasional lyrical toilet humor, Blink 182 fans are undoubtedly excited to hear and watch them play music together again on the stage. Playing new songs from their album entitled ‘Neighborhoods,’ which was released in September last year, Blink 182 is going to m…
ABC Glasgow, Glasgow'Marina and the Diamonds' refers to a female singer/songwriter (not with band as most presume). She is 25 years old, Welsh but of Greek descent and has been on the music scene since 2007. Her sound and style is that of indie-pop and she first rose to fame having reached number 2 in the BBC 'Sound of 2010' poll, coming second to Ellie Goulding. She did however; win the 'Best UK and Irish Act' award at the BT Digital Music Awards in 2010. Her first album was 'The Family Jewels' (2010).…
Glasgow Green, GlasgowBest known his his roles as Captain Jack Harkness in Doctor Who and Torchwood, John Barrowman has achieved household name status in the UK with his numerous TV, film and theatre performances over the last few years. Arguably Britain's most successful - and comfortably Britain's best all-round entertainer, he has just released his third solo album, the self-titled John Barrowman.…
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Glasgow's industrial heritage may have earned it a rough and rugged image. However, closer acquaintance reveals a vibrant city bursting with culture and hospitality. Recently named a UNESCO City of Music and scheduled to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games, Glasgow offers an assortment of attractions. With a variety of festivals spread across the year, tourists will enjoy top-quality entertainment no matter when they visit.
With 130 music events each week, on average, Glasgow has been described by Time Magazine as 'Europe's secret capital of music'. Whether you would prefer to attend a classical recital in the plush surroundings of the Royal Concert Hall or catch an unsigned band at King Tut's Wahwah Hut, Glasgow has it covered. Alongside permanent venues, such as Barrowlands, The Arches and O2 Academy, Glasgow offers a range of festivals throughout the year. Internationally renowned acts mingle with emerging talent at Celtic Connections and the Glasgow International Jazz Festival. For that traditional Scottish sound, Piping Live celebrates the bagpipe in all its forms and culminates with the World Pipe Band Championships, which brings together over 8,000 pipers at Glasgow Green every August.
Glasgow has a diverse and accessible theatrical tradition. You can enjoy a lavish touring show at the King's or, if you are pushed for time, grab a Play, a Pie and a Pint at Oran Mor. The Citizens, the Tron and the Tramway offer innovative programs of contemporary work and new twists on the classics. Glasgow is also the home of Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet, who perform regularly at the Theatre Royal.
There is always something to smile about at The Stand Comedy Club as it is open seven nights a week hosting a range of comic talent from established acts to absolute newcomers. Their weekly open mic night offers a showcase for beginners, with some of the acts appearing for their very first outing. The comedy quotient peaks in the spring with the Glasgow International Comedy Festival. Over the last nine years, this has grown to more than 400 comedy shows at over 50 venues throughout the city.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is the largest civic museum and art gallery in the United Kingdom. With an audience-focused, family-friendly approach, Kelvingrove presents its 8,000 diverse exhibits in an engaging and accessible manner. Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and operating as school up to 1979, Scotland Street School contains interactive displays and classroom settings allowing you a glimpse of education from the Victorian era to the recent past. The Riverside Museum, due to open June 2011, celebrates transport and travel whilst the People's Palace gives a flavor of Glasgow Life over the years. All of Glasgow's publicly-owned museums offer free entry.
Whether you are visiting Glasgow for a short-break or a fortnight's holiday, you will have no difficulty finding cultural activities of interest to everyone.
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Britain's Top 10 Tourist AttractionsIt's no surprise that most of the top 10 visitor attractions in Britain are in our capital city, London. However, with Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Alton Towers bucking the trend, there's much to be seen outside of London. Why not take a look.
London's Olympic Cloud BubblesA world-class team of engineers, designers and architects have outlined plans to build 'The Cloud', a huge 'digital cloud' tower based in London's Olympic Village. This new attraction, called The Cloud, will be a 400ft tall tower designed to amaze!
Scottish Fire FestivalsThroughout Britain on the 5th November the skies are lit up with the sound and colour of fireworks. In Scotland fireworks events take place frequently throughout the year to celebrate Celtic traditions. We take a look at the oldest and most loved Scottish fire festivals.
Britain's Best Historic CastlesWith a long history of bloody, violent clashes and battles, castles were originally designed as territorial fortresses and used as symbols of wealth and power by kings, queens and lords through the ages. We take a look at some of Britain's best castles to visit.
