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Glasgow Times
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
James Morrison coming to SEC Armadillo in Glasgow
James Morrison, famous for songs like Broken Strings and You Give Me Something, is performing at the SEC Armadillo on Wednesday, September 24. READ NEXT: Fans 'screaming' as American singer announces Glasgow show amid first ever UK tour The news follows the release of Morrison's latest single, Fight Another Day. It is believed that the single is off Morrisons' new album of the same name. The record will be his sixth studio album. READ NEXT: Popular band formed in 1990s to play show in Glasgow's West End Tickets for the show will go live at 10am on June 6. To purchase tickets, visit
Glasgow Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
First Bus giving away 7,500 free bus journeys in Glasgow
The company is providing complimentary travel to help people celebrate Glasgow's 850th birthday at a three-day music festival along the River Clyde. First Bus is the official travel partner of the Clyde Chorus, which takes place between May 29 to 31. Read more: Busy Glasgow road to close for two days - here's when The festival will see live music events at well-known venues such as the SEC Armadillo, SWG3, The Briggait, Pearce Institute, and The Savings Bank. The event will showcase local and homegrown talent, highlighting Glasgow's status as a UNESCO City of Music. Artists are set to include Nathan Evans & the Saint Phnx band, Nina Nesbitt, Scottish Opera, and many more. First Bus, in partnership with Glasgow 850 organisers, is encouraging people to travel sustainably by giving every ticket holder a free two-trip ticket to allow them to travel to and from the event. Everyone who has purchased a ticket to a Clyde Chorus event can access a unique voucher code by completing an online form here. Users will then be emailed their unique voucher code which they can enter into the First Bus app. After this, a free two-trip ticket will be generated which can be activated for the day of the event. This venture highlights the continued support from First Bus for Glasgow's 80th birthday celebrations. It follows a similar effort earlier in the year, after the unveiling of a specially designed bus alongside Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken. The bus, which is wrapped in Glasgow 850 branding, travels around Glasgow every day. Read more: 'Thrilled ': New centre will provide dedicated space for this community Graeme Macfarlan, commercial director for First Bus Scotland, said: "We are delighted to be playing our part in celebrating 850 years of our amazing city by making it easier than ever for people to use the bus to experience Glasgow's fantastic music scene. "Our partnership not only helps us to reach a wider audience but further encourages people to choose public transport as their preferred method of travel. "We look forward to welcoming concert-goers on our buses throughout the Clyde Chorus." Councillor Susan Aitken, leader of Glasgow City Council, said: "This fantastic offer from First Bus will make it free and easy to travel to the Clyde Chorus festival - part of Glasgow 850 - where those attending will enjoy a little piece of Glasgow's history as they watch a great line-up of local and homegrown artists perform over three days."
Scottish Sun
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Chart-topping superstar announces ‘intimate' gig in Scotland with tickets on sale in days
Find out when tickets go on sale for the highly-anticipated show BACK WITH A BANG Chart-topping superstar announces 'intimate' gig in Scotland with tickets on sale in days Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CHART-topping superstar has announced an "intimate" gig in Scotland. Singer Jessie J will take to the stage at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo for an acoustic show during her first tour in eight years. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 1 Jessie J is hitting the road for the first time in eight years Credit: Getty The Price Tag hitmaker will stop by cities including Leeds, Birmingham, Manchester and London, as well as a string of locations in Europe. The shows will give devotees the first chance to experience her new music live, alongside a selection of fan favourites. Jessie will stop by Glasgow on October 15, 2025. Speaking about the No Secrets tour, Jessie J said: "Ready to hear some classics, some new stuff and some mum jokes and maybe even buy a T-shirt with my face on woiii oiii! Cannot wait to see you all it's been too long, I'm back baby!" Excited fans flocked to social media to react to the announcement. One wrote: "OMG, need to go." Another said: "It's not a want, it's a need." A third weighed in: "Screaming, crying, throwing up." A fourth added: "Shut up, who's coming with me?!" A fifth put: "Let's go!" 'So many crying kids' as Scots Sabrina Carpenter fans refused entry to Hydro in 'fake' ticket chaos General sale tickets go on sale this Friday, May 23, at 10am, while pre-sale tickets will be available on Wednesday, May 21, at 10am. Jessie, 37, is preparing to release her sixth studio album, No Secrets, following her split from Republic Records in 2023. She told The Sun: "I truly feel like I've gone back to 2010, but 2.0. "My worth and my value is more than anything. Any success, any achievement, any chart number, any album sale. "It just makes me feel so powerful and roots me deep back in the ground when I need it." She also revealed she has written not one, not two, but three new albums. Jessie added: "This year, I finally got a team together. I wrote three albums over 2019 to 2021. And I have so much music. "That's not the hard part. For me, it's getting it out. And I have new music coming very soon."
Glasgow Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Sophie Ellis-Bextor slashes prices for upcoming Glasgow gig
The English singer is set to perform at the SEC Armadillo on Saturday, May 24. In an email sent out to fans, her team announced that in a special offer, selected tickets are now £5 cheaper. (Image: Supplied) READ NEXT: Robbie Williams slashes ticket prices for show on his tour A note from the star said: "This year has been full of amazing tour dates round the world and it has been so much fun. "I absolutely love performing live but it's always an extra treat to be able to tour at home and I can't wait to play my biggest dates in the UK yet. "It will be wonderful to bring the disco fun to everyone."
Glasgow Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
The Muppet Christmas Carol coming to SEC Armadillo Glasgow
The Muppet Christmas Carol will be performed live in concert with a full orchestra at the SEC Armadillo. The beloved holiday film will be screened on Wednesday, November 27, accompanied by a live performance of its original score. READ MORE: Retail giant set to open huge new Glasgow store with freebies Tickets go on presale Thursday, May 8, at 10am, with general sale beginning Friday, May 9, at 10am via The show brings Charles Dickens' festive classic to life through the Muppets' signature humor and heart. Kermit the Frog stars as Bob Cratchit, while Michael Caine plays the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge. Gonzo, portraying Dickens himself, narrates the tale alongside Rizzo the Rat. READ MORE: Mysterious Stormtrooper patrols streets in surprise visit The film also features fan favourites Miss Piggy as Emily Cratchit, Fozzie Bear as Fozziwig, and Robin the Frog as Tiny Tim. As Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, he is guided on a journey of redemption and self-discovery, culminating in a heartwarming reminder of the true meaning of Christmas. The original score, composed by Miles Goodman, features songs by Oscar, Emmy, and Grammy winner Paul Williams, bringing unforgettable warmth and joy to this timeless tale.
