Music

Mutant disco, post punk, new wave and 2Tone night hosted by Chris FAST (FASTpunkclub) and Big Gus (the Go-Go).

Edinburgh's festival season kicks off with the Meadows Festival, which offers the best local bands, dance groups, quirky performers and workshops amidst lots of family-friendly activities.

Affectionately known as 'Mo Fest', this annual event in the colourful town of Montrose offers band nights, ceilidhs, big names on stage and a campsite.

The outrageous, unforgettable, legendary La Clique returns to Brighton with an array of dangerously charismatic characters. A magical show like no other, La Clique was born in 2003 and went on to scoop a host of awards, including an Olivier, before playing to sell-out houses world-wide. Funny, sexy and dangerous, La…

Jazz session with the double bassist.

The Frog is back and there seems to be no stopping them as they return for a May Bank Holiday special featuring David Morales, Dimitri from Paris, Erol Alkan, Chez Damier, Octave One (live), Matias Aguayo (live), Nicholas, Optimo, 6th Borough Project, Harri & Domenic, Melting Pot, Thunder Disco Club, Ben Martin…

A selection of the best-loved songs from new and classic West End shows like The Phantom of the Opera, Mamma Mia, The Lion King and Les Miserables.

A new festival for 2013 and the largest of its kind in Scotland with an extensive programme of performances, seminars and competitions, as well as a trade exhibition. Performances will feature an international line-up of artists including Jan Akkerman, Peter Finger, John Doan, Anth Purdy and The Maria Camahort Quintet.

A blend of klezmer, Balkan, gypsy punk and electronic beats featuring live music, bellydancing, VJs and a live jam session.

A local festival with a range of activities and musical concerts, exhibitions, craft fairs and a daily café and sporting competitions.

A three-day event with tribute performances to Amy Winehouse, Elvis, Madness, Michael Jackson, Lady GaGa, Madonna, Tina Turner, Cher, Bryan Adams, Bob Marley, Black Eyed Peas, Thin Lizzy and Rod Stewart.

Taking over the West End of Glasgow each year, the festival treats the ears to a great musical line-up, tantalises all the senses with a carnival and delves into the creative depths of local studios and exhibitions with the Hidden Lane Festival.

Punk and alternative rock showcase with headliner All Time Low and performances from Four Year Strong, Kids In Glass Houses, Cancer Bats, The Skints, Pierce The Veil, The Early November, The Wonder Years, Deaf Havana, and many more.

A 16-day festival incorporating music, theatre and activities for all the family.

A showcase of acoustic performers and singer-songwriters.

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Well known songs and famous tunes from the award-winning brass band.

Dutch singer putting a modern pop spin on post-war jazz styles.

The guitarist and his band play funk-infused blues-rock.

Scotland shows its love for bluegrass with this popular festival that celebrated its 27th year with Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen, a top US band, who were supported by a selection of Scottish and European bands. 2013 is set to be similarly exciting.

The electric blues powerhouse band is fronted by the charismatic harmonica and vocals of Gary Martin and check out the great Alan Brown on guitar.

Powerful rhythms and theatrical choreography from the energetic drumming group.