Ash to Headline Back Doune the Rabbit Hole 2026

Indie favourites lead a strong return for the Scottish festival this July Ash have been confirmed as Saturday night headliners for Back Doune the Rabbit Hole 2026, marking one of the most high-profile bookings of the festival’s modern era. The independent event returns to Cardross Estate from 17–19 July, building on the momentum of its well-received comeback last summer. Few bands arrive with Ash’s track record. From the breakout success of 1977 through to enduring live favourites like Girl From Mars and Burn Baby Burn, the band have remained a constant presence on UK stages for nearly three decades. Their reputation as a direct, crowd-focused live act makes them a … Read more

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Nathan Evans & Saint PHNX Band Inverness Headline Show

The collaborative project brings its biggest Highland date yet to Northern Meeting Park Nathan Evans & The Saint PHNX Band have announced their biggest Highland show to date, with a headline performance set for Northern Meeting Park on Friday 29 May 2026. Support on the night comes from Calum Bowie. Tickets go on general sale at 10am on Friday 30 January via gigsinscotland.com. The show follows a strong run of form for the band. After a sold-out night at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro and the release of their collaborative album Angels’ Share through Universal, the project has continued to gather pace. Live, they have been described as … Read more

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Live and Loud: Inverness Gears Up for a Strong Start to the Year

Inverness Starts the Year on a High: Setting the Pace for 2026 January fades out quietly enough, but late February tells a different story for live music in Inverness. EP launches, album premieres, and return shows with real momentum signal a scene stepping into the year with confidence and intent. These upcoming shows reflect artists who want to kick the year off with momentum rather than wait for festival season. EP launches, album releases, listening parties, and sharpened live sets all point towards a scene choosing to move forward early, with purpose and clarity. Iodynes – LUX EP Launch Friday … Read more

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Rumac at Celtic Connections: A Night Balanced on the Edge

From playful improvisation to the sweep of Poaching Days, Rumac’s Celtic Connections show marked a turning point rather than a milestone. Rumac stepped onto the stage at the TV Studio at SWG3 for one of the biggest headline shows of his career, and you could tell immediately he wasn’t planning to play it safe. His roots in Scottish trad were clear, but he pushed at the edges of it, letting things bend and wobble in ways that kept the room alert. He drove the accordion hard and didn’t hide much while he did it. When something landed, it showed; when he … Read more

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