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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge music festival coming to Glasgow this summer
Tickets go on sale today at 9am Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NEW open-air music festival is set to rock Glasgow this summer. The two-day extravaganza, In the City, is billed as a proper "block party" with a lineup of international artists and local talent. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 1 The festival will be held at Barrowlands Music Park in Gallowgate, Glasgow Credit: Alamy The revamped Barrowlands Music Park in the Gallowgate will host the new event as part of Glasgow's 850th anniversary celebrations. The festival will celebrate Glasgow's rich musical history, with reggae, trip-hop, hip-hop and electronic beats taking centre stage. Day one kicks off with THREE THE HARDWAY – a rare back-to-back set from DJ Don Letts, Jazzie B, and Daddy G from Massive Attack. Day two will see hip-hop icons THE SUGARHILL GANG take the stage alongside THE FURIOUS FIVE, Huey Morgan, Shaka Loves You, DJ SNAFU and a surprise guest that's yet to announced. The festival runs from 2pm to 10pm on August 23 and 24. Tickets go on sale today at 9am with prices starting at £32.50 for a single day or £59.50 for the full weekend. The East End is already a hub for Glasgow's music scene, with the iconic Barrowlands Ballroom and Saint Luke's, and In the City is all about cementing the area as a new music district. Barrowlands Music Park itself boasts the stunning Album Pathway, a colourful 100-metre-long public artwork created by Glasgow artist Jim Lambie. The installation, commissioned for Glasgow's 2014 Cultural Programme, proudly lists every band that's played the iconic Barrowland Ballroom since 1983. A spokesperson for In the City said: 'This two-day event is more than a music festival, it's a celebration of Glasgow's UNESCO City of Music status and its creative spirit, hosted in the community space of Barrowlands Music Park. TRNSMT stars announce 'biggest show to date' at Glasgow's Hydro 'We're bringing together leading artists and DJs from BBC Radio 6, world music, and hip-hop, while shining a spotlight on homegrown talent straight from the streets of G1. 'This is the largest festival the park has seen, and it's about more than celebration. 'It's about expanding Glasgow's live music scene beyond the dance hall, creating a new music district the city can own and develop.'
Yahoo
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Discover the big names heading to Southend festivals this summer
MUSIC lovers in Southend are in for a treat this summer with a host of world-class performers bringing their signature sounds to the city's festival stages. Spanning three unmissable festivals at Southend's Priory Park, these big name bookings promise to delight fans of all genres. Talent - Pete Doherty is set to delight a Lazydays audience (Image: Yui Mok/PA Wire) We've rounded up some of the most exciting names headed for Southend this summer: We're now on WhatsApp! Join our new channel at to get all the latest breaking news and exclusive stories delivered straight to your phone. Reef – Sausage and Cider Festival (Saturday June 21) Get ready to let loose as Britrock legends Reef hit the stage at the Sausage and Cider Festival. Brining a catalogue of unmistakable anthems, raw energy, and feel-good vibes, attendees can expect a set packed with huge tunes like 'Place Your Hands' and more. One night in Nashville – Summer in Nashville (Sunday June 22) Get ready for a taste of Tennessee as One Night in Nashville brings the heart and soul of country music to this brand-new Southend festival. Serving an authentic Nashville sound, huge anthems, and a high-energy live show, they'll have you singing and dancing throughout the night. Example – Lazydays (Friday July 25) Possibly one of the UK's biggest dance music icons, Example, will kick-off Lazydays 2025. With a legacy of chart-smashing singles, legendary festival performances, sold-out tours, and multiple platinum albums under his belt, this is a show you won't want to miss. Pete Doherty – Lazydays (Saturday July 26) The one and only Pete Doherty — iconic frontman of The Libertines and Babyshambles — is Lazydays's Saturday night headliner. With a brand-new album on the way, attendees can expect a special solo set with his band, packed with fresh tracks and timeless classics from across his legendary back catalogue. Legacy - Jazzie B will lead Soul II Soul at Lazydays (Image: David Parry/PA Media Assignments)Soul II Soul – Lazydays (Sunday July 27) Rounding off Lazydays 2025 in true style are the double Grammy Award-winning, five-time Brit-nominated legends, Soul II Soul. Jazzie B and his full 15-piece band will be lighting up Priory Park with their signature soul sounds and R&B vibes.
