Revered Tyneside ensemble Lanterns on the Lake head to Edinburgh for a special performance at this years Festival Fringe.
Scotland’s hottest orchestra are back! Since their sold-out shows at last year’s Fringe, Symphonix return to bring together world-class musicians to perform the perfect blend o…
When Annie lost the love of her life to cancer, she found inspiration, comfort and courage in playing upbeat, funky, yet heartfelt music.
Celebrated songwriter, guitarist, author and all-around badass Kristin Hersh brings the legendary Throwing Muses to Edinburgh Festival Fringe on Wednesday 20 August.
After selling out last year, Transatlantic Ensemble return to The Queen’s Hall by popular demand.
This August, Edinburgh will be treated to a trilogy of spectacular stadium gigs by true legends of rock: Oasis, AC/DC and of course The M8s live from Tyncastle Stadium (Gorgie Suit…
A smorgasbord of Frank Zappa classics hand-delivered by those finest purveyors of conceptual continuity, Pygmy Twylyte! Expect pickles, poodles, dental floss, snowballs and stinky …
The Tall Pines are a shack-shakin’ duo, Connie Lynn Petruk and Christmas Davis, welding together their love of garage-rock, classic country and vintage soul, to create their own …
Peter Doherty (legendary co-frontman of The Libertines) brings his brilliant new album Felt Better Alive to La Belle Angele.
Fay Fife (Rezillos infamy) brings her alt-country influenced songs to the Voodoo Rooms.
OCH continue their obsession with all things Captain Beefheart, re-working the music of his Magic Band for the 21st century.
Emulating The Allman Brother’s sound with double drums, harmony guitars and vocals, the show takes on the intricate and dramatic side of their music.
Award-winning Edinburgh band The Blueswater perform five raucous gigs in Edinburgh’s best live music venue, the Jazz Bar.
Steely Dan redefined popular music, blending rock, jazz, Latin, R&B and blues with unmatched musicianship.
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Part myth, part mayhem! Hilarious Viking storytelling meets high-octane wrestling in ‘the maddest, baddest show on the Fringe’ (Daily Mail).
The Rising brings the music of Springsteen to the Fringe in the most dynamic and energetic way.
Dynamic Earth presents a mesmerising Planetarium show set to Pink Floyd’s 1973 album The Dark Side of the Moon.
Winner of the Best Music Award at Adelaide Fringe and featuring music and lore from Joplin, Winehouse, Cobain, Morrison and Hendrix, this must-see live rock-umentary will get you p…
Tonight we’re gonna party like it’s 1999.
After sell-out shows at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, Gus Boyd returns to the touring circuit with a new show performing again, totally live, Police and Stin…
One voice, one guitar – Fringe sell-out award winner Gus Boyd returns to AMC (the scene of his earlier award-winning shows).
Cult comedian returns with an all-new version of their smash-hit comedy show. ‘Hilarious’ (Neil Gaiman). ‘A masterclass’ (Lee Dorrian).
Scotland’s hottest new orchestra are back! Since their sold-out shows at last year’s Fringe, Symphonix return to bring together world-class musicians to perform the perfect blend…
A smorgasbord of Frank Zappa classics hand-delivered by those finest purveyors of conceptual continuity, Pygmy Twylyte! Expect pickles, poodles, dental floss, snowballs and stinky …
Award-winning Laurie Black has officially sold out.
Five-piece alt country band led by legendary Rezillos’ frontwoman, Fay Fife.
John Otway is an English singer-songwriter who has built a sizeable cult audience through extensive touring, a surreal sense of humour and a self-deprecating underdog persona.
Returning to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Czech fusion guitarist and composer Honza Kourimsky blends the music of Eric Clapton with high-energy jazz, funk and soul.
Legendary 70s Tyneside folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne present a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements.
Once again, this nine-piece ensemble will deliver the music of Springsteen with precision and energy to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Orange Claw Hammer, following their triumphant appearance at the Zappanale Festival in Germany, continue to rework the music of Captain Beefheart and the Magic Band for the 21st ce…
The M8s are seven mates and one professional musician (also a mate!) who play all your favourite songs at sing-along volume and dance-along speed.
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Deacon Brodie musical theatre production.
Scotland’s mercurial and psychedelic Safehouse return, playing homage to the Allman Brothers Band in Edinburgh’s finest live music venue, Stramash.
A powerful mix of new music and storytelling performed in the incredibly realistic masks of Trump, Putin and Kim Jong Un.
Acclaimed guitarist/singer/songwriter and double Herald Angel Award winner returns to Edinburgh’s Jazz Bar and plays from his extensive back catalogue over five nights.
Born of the voices of past lives and baptized in the dust-bowl dirt, the Gothic Americana music of Heathen Apostles harkens back to a bygone chapter of American history.
Hilarious epic 50s rock musical following Shakey Sean (Elvis character) working in an Arbroath egg’n’roll van.
New album: ‘Look On These Works is an incredibly engaging listen, whether it’s the monumental sounding strings that carry us through this adventure, or the war-like drums at the …
After nearly a decade-long absence, Sandi Thom makes her long-awaited reintroduction to the iconic Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year to showcase her captivating new collection of…
This passionate folk-rock musical tells the stellar story of the Fool who, with his world plunged into turmoil, reaches out to his lost love, Luck.
Celebrating their 10th year as the No 1 party of the Fringe, Massaoke is coming to McEwan Hall! This will be like no Massaoke show you’ve ever seen before, featuring arena-level …
Fairy Sprinkles isn’t your average fairy.
One voice, one guitar – Fringe sell-out award-winner Gus Boyd returns to AMC (the scene of his earlier award-winning shows).
After sell-out shows at Edinburgh Festival Fringe between 2016 – 2019, Gus Boyd returns to the touring circuit with a new show performing again totally live, songs from The Polic…
The Freddie and Queen Experience is the UK’s premier Queen and Freddie Mercury tribute band.
Let award-winning troubadour Dean Owens and his Sinners transport you to a sepia-tinged Tucson cantina with songs from his stunning Sinner’s Shrine album (recorded with musicians f…
West Lothian band The Katuns, whose catchy riffs and high-energy choruses are influenced by indie rock bands Arctic Monkeys and Nirvana, have recently been gaining attention around…
This dynamic seven-piece band return to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for the 12th year to play the back catalogue and the latest album! With the precision and energy of the E Stre…
Orange Claw Hammer take the music of Captain Beefheart and the Magic Band and bend it into shape for the 21st century.
A smorgasbord of Frank Zappa classics hand-delivered by those finest purveyors of conceptual continuity, Pygmy Twylyte! Expect pickles, poodles, dental floss, snowballs and stinky …
The Polis are Scotland’s No.
Swedish folk pop ensemble Leading Edge is an ear-friendly combination of organic instrumental melodies and Nordic pop production.
Scything through life’s absurdities and poignancy from the right side of 50 by exploring musical forms from the wrong side of the sixties, this singer-songwriter, turncoat-musician…
A unique set of your favourite classic songs from the coolest alternative bands.
‘The Queen, my lord, is dead…’ but the band is live! It’s the Scottish play as you’ve never seen it before, twisted with a fistful of rock‘n’roll.
An English singer-songwriter who has built a sizeable cult audience through extensive touring, a surreal sense of humour and a self-deprecating underdog persona.
Ever wished you could’ve seen the Arctic Monkeys before they were famous? Breakout! is the highly anticipated show from the most beloved up-and-coming indie, rock and pop acts from…
Performing songs from the entire and magnificent back catalogue of the legendary Mr Paul Weller.
Scotland’s hottest new orchestra! Symphonix brings together 25 world-class musicians to perform the perfect blend of symphony and rock.
Claiming to be from Brooklyn (but possibly from another galaxy altogether), the Eggplants perform folk-and-roll songs about giant squirrels, aliens, malevolent washing machines and…
After four consecutive sell-outs, the M8s triumphantly return for another night of singalong, dance-yourself-daft bangers spanning six decades – all played live, loud and for the…
Insurgent alt-country outfit led by legendary Rezillos’ frontwoman, Fay Fife.
Scotland’s mercurial and psychedelic Safehouse return for a tenth year playing homage to the Allman Brothers Band in Edinburgh’s finest live venue – Stramash.
Witness first-hand all of the glamour, passion, excitement and sheer electric atmosphere of the archetypal 1970s Bowie experience.
Freddie Mercury was the consummate entertainer who always got the audience involved.
Catch award-winning rhythm and blues band The Blueswater for their only performances at the Fringe this year; five raucous gigs in Edinburgh’s best live music venue, The Jazz Bar.
Scotland’s most authentic The Who tribute take you on an ‘Amazing Journey’ through the greatest songs of the legendary band.
‘Betjemen with a guitar’ (Guitarist Magazine).
Fans of Queen, Arctic Monkeys, The Strokes, Radiohead and Royal Blood will love Figurines! Fresh off the release of their new single So I’m Told, Edinburgh’s most exciting indie-ro…
Fronted by trombonist/producer Chris Greive, this extraordinary trio approaches the Led Zep cannon as devoted fans, paying homage to the massive riffs and weight of the originals b…
Gordonstoun Youth Theatre brings a high-energy performance in this physical theatre and rock adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth.
Revenge is a dish best served cold.
The poet Blukat has teamed up with music producer and DJ, Cream, along with musicians Dead Poets to produce a memorable experience.
An autobiographical, solo rock musical about growing up in the entertainment industry and fighting diet culture, sexual harassment, mental illness and addiction to find authenticit…
The story of a lonely and disconnected young office worker who, through a series of minor admin errors, quite accidentally destroys the entire world.
A rollercoaster ride through the glam rock songbook from the likes of T Rex, Bowie and Slade.
A rollercoaster ride through the glam rock songbook from the likes of T Rex, Bowie and Slade.
From humble beginnings in a downstairs bar in London, originally styling themselves as Friday I’m In Love, Massaoke have certainly ventured a substantial journey in their more th…
‘You have to look back to see the way forward.
Released in 1973, The Dark Side of the Moon is an album that transcends time, appealing as much today as it did in the days of experimental prog rock.
After three sell-out shows at the Fringe (AMC 2016/2017/2018), Gus Boyd returns to the touring circuit with a brand new show performing songs from Police and Sting’s solo albums.
Unique! One night only! Europe’s only acoustic show of Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours album in its entirety.
Edinburgh Festival Fringe award-winning (four sold-out shows) acoustic duo, The Boyds, perform their 55-minute show of all the best of the fab four.
Another show from the award-winning Edinburgh Fringe duo, The Boyds.
Insurgent alt country outfit led by The Rezillos’ Fay Fife.
Glaswegian singer/songwriter with soaring vocals and unique lyrics.
Upcoming singer/songwriter Nina is making her debut.
Dirty Harry captures the rapture of Blondie and has not only the original sound, feel, attitude and full back catalogue of the band but a look-a-like of Debbie to deliver the good …
Once more The Rising look forward to delivering the music of the Boss with passion and precision to Edinburgh Festival Fringe! Following previous festival sell-out shows, this seve…
Returning after three consecutive sold-out Edinburgh Fringes, The M8s is a sophisticated blend of live and performance art fusing elements of the gig-theatre medium with the theme …
Scotland’s mercurial and psychedelic Safehouse return paying homage to the Allman Brothers Band in arguably Edinburgh’s finest live-music venue, Stramash.
Let award-winning Scottish troubadour and band (with special guest Kirsten Adamson, daughter of Big Country’s Stuart) transport you to a sepia-stained cantina with songs from his a…
Orange Claw Hammer return to the Fringe, resuming their mission to re-work the music of Captain Beefheart for the 21st Century, and showcasing their second CD, New Beef Dreams! Tun…
Back by popular demand, Scotland’s No 1 Police tribute, The Polis bring their high energy, live music show to Merchants’ Hall celebrating their fourth appearance at the Edinburgh F…
Acclaimed guitarist/singer and double Edinburgh Fringe award winner plays emotionally charged songs on solo electric guitar inspired by Scottish author George MacDonald’s seminal a…
Scotland’s home-grown ensemble of musicians will perform their spectacular critically-acclaimed show that gives you a concert experience of pure Beatles nostalgia.
The legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers return with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founding member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide gui…
McFleetwood – Scotland’s tribute to Fleetwood Mac.
A smorgasbord of Frank Zappa classics hand-delivered by those finest purveyors of conceptual continuity, Pygmy Twylyte! Expect pickles, poodles, dental floss, muffins, snowballs an…
Having temporarily put down their pens and picked up guitars, this crime-writing super-group – Mark Billingham, Val McDermid, Chris Brookmyre, Luca Veste, Doug Johnstone and Stua…
Making its debut at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, up-and-coming Czech jazz fusion guitarist Honza Kourimsky blends the music of Eric Clapton with high-energy psychedelic jazz.
The Absolute Jam possess the same uncanny sound and vibrancy of The Jam while playing a full range of songs from the band’s back catalogue.
Witness first–hand all of the glamour, passion, excitement and sheer electric atmosphere of the archetypal 1970s Bowie experience.
A celebration of Queen songs performed by four of the UK’s most talented singers and dancers in a tribute to the musical We Will Rock You.
Multi award-winning Pete Storm and Pete Sinclair return with their sell-out tribute show, bringing together on stage two legends of American music.
Tom Waits depicted the poor, the punks, the hobos and the lost.
Join us for a huge selection of free music every Friday and Saturday night during the Fringe at The Golf Tavern with different rock/pop cover bands with a great selection of music …
Massaoke is back.
Join us for a huge selection of free music every night of the Fringe at Biddy’s with different rock/folk cover bands and a big selection of music right through the festival.
Where do you start if your ultimate goal is a West End and Broadway musical? Revivals often start at Chichester and new concepts here at the Fringe.
Join us for free live music every Wednesday to Sunday during the Fringe at Ghillie Dhu with different indie and rock/pop artists with a great selection of music.
BBC radio music aficionado Russell Clarke is making his Edinburgh Fringe debut in a show jam-packed with fascinating rock ‘n’ roll trivia and random connections between the sta…
Billed as part cabaret, part wannabe warehouse rave, my expectations were prepared.
Shove on some Dr.
My Leonard Cohen is a soulful and informative show celebrating the life of the recently deceased Canadian musician and poet.
What to wear to a cabaret show where the dress code was “dress for the end of the world or the beginning”? Sorry, my supernova outfit is still in the laundry.
Married multi-instrumentalists from South Africa: that’s what this folk duo define themselves as and it describes them perfectly.
A three-man band from Adelaide, Australia, tell an odd and very random story of one man’s travels through spoken word and song.
Like many musical theatre fans, I have a love-hate relationship with Rent.
The Red Guitar is, essentially, the story of John Sheldon’s life.
John Robertson claims that comedy is a sick industry (and he should know).
It’s a strange and unsettling thing being stood stock-still for a few minutes, gazing into a stranger’s eyes.
Pulling up a stool in front of the intimate, softly lit stage down in the basement of Komedia, reminiscent of so many NYC music venues, the audience and I settled in to enjoy the…
Angie Darcy returns to the fringe with her stellar tribute to and exploration of Janis Joplin.
Dutch jazz punk veterans The Ex, have been going for thirty-five years.
This show is reviewer proof.
Jazz Bar Music is an event which shows off the musical skills of several different performers, making each night different.
With over twenty different instruments played by only two men, this performance of Mike Oldfield’s masterpiece Tubular Bells is an astounding, explosive, truly incredible feat.