O2 Academy Glasgow
O2 Academy Glasgow has made an outstanding contribution to Scotland’s vibrant live music scene since its arrival in the city in 2003.
About O2 Academy Glasgow
| 121 Eglinton Street, Glasgow City Centre G5 9NT | |
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The venue made a fantastic first impression with a successful launch week that saw the stage christened by Deacon Blue on 26 March followed by Bryan Ferry and the Sugababes playing in celebration of the doors opening. The Grade B listed building was restored to its former glory, returning much of the original splendour after being closed for 10 years.
The history of the building and the site where O2 Academy Glasgow now stands is both fascinating and tragic. In 1825, on the same spot, was the Eglinton St United Secession Church, until it was converted to The New Bedford Picture House in 1921. It sadly burnt down and was completely destroyed just over ten years later in 1932 but rebuilt and opened on 31 December the same year. It finally closed on 18 July 1973, but it once again re-opened for business a few months later, this time as a Bingo hall until it was closed and boarded up in 1993 until the opening night a decade later.
O2 Academy Glasgow has hosted a diverse programme of events, from music and club nights to comedy, and attracted international musicians and home grown talent to the city. Since the first notes were sung and chords struck on the stage back in 2003, there have been numerous highlights including shows from Belle and Sebastian, The White Stripes, Frankie Boyle, The Prodigy, Motorhead, Foals, Stereophonics and Snoop Dogg.
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Upcoming Events at O2 Academy Glasgow
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World Tour
Experience your favourite queens in an all-new production and witness the best drag the mother-tucking world has to offer when RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World Tour comes to Glasgow!
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Hardstyle Superheroes: Sub Zero Project & Friends
Get ready, Hardstyle Superheroes... Sub Zero Project are coming to tear up the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 26th April!
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Scotland Calling
Scotland Calling is back in 2024 for another punk-rock extravaganza at the O2 Academy Glasgow featuring an exclusive show from Sham 69 featuring the original line up!
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Tom Walker
Tom Walker has announced two headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Tuesday 30th April and Wednesday 1st May in support of his latest studio record, I Am!
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Lil Yachty
Atlanta rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer Lil Yachty will bring The Field Trip Tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday 3rd December!
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BBC Radio 2 Sounds Of The 80’s: The Live Tour
Legendary DJ Gary Davies takes the UK's most popular 80s radio show on tour which includes a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 4th May!
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Darius Rucker
Country superstar Darius Rucker has announced he'll bring his 'Starting Fires' tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Monday 6th May!
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The Cadillac Three
Acclaimed Nashville trio The Cadillac Three, tour their acclaimed sixth studio album, The Years Go Fast, don't miss them when they return to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Wednesday 8th May!
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Kacey Musgraves
Seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning singer and songwriter Kacey Musgraves will bring her Deeper Well World Tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 9th May!
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Help I Sexted My Boss
In this hit comedy podcast, William Hanson and Jordan North's worlds collide as they 'HELP' you navigate the everyday problems of modern life!
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The Eric Andre Show Live
American comedian, actor, TV and podcast star, Eric Andre is bringing his latest comedy special, the 'Eric Andre Show Live', to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 16th May!
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Teddy Swims
Georgia-born singer-songwriter Teddy Swims tours his stunning debut studio album, I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1), don't miss him live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 18th May!
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Gary Numan
Synth-pop legend Gary Numan hits the O2 Academy Glasgow on Tuesday 21st May, don't miss this chance to see the 'Cars' hitmaker and Tubeway Army frontman live!
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Twin Atlantic
Twin Atlantic are back with brand new music on their own label Staple Diet and two very special homecoming shows at O2 Academy Glasgow!
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Hardstyle Superheroes Presents: Angerfist
Master of hardcore, DJ Angerfist makes his return to Hardstyle Superheroes, joined by N-Vitral and Tha Playah!
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Royal Blood
Royal Blood have added a run of headline dates to tie in with their festival appearances this summer, don't miss them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Tuesday 11th June!
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Bikini Kill
Riot grrrl pioneers Bikini Kill are set to hit the UK next summer with a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 14th June!
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KS Chithra
Be mesmerized by the one and only Padma Bhushan Dr. KS Chithra, at one of the best nights in music history like never before!
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Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
Denver rock outfit Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats have unveiled their six-date UK tour which will see them headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Wednesday 26th June!
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Alkaline Trio
In celebration of their new album 'Blood, Hair, And Eyeballs', American punk rock band Alkaline Trio will headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Tuesday 30th July!
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Killer Mike
After winning a sweep of hip-hop Grammys, Killer Mike brings his latest album Michael and its standout track, 'Scientists & Engineers' to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 23rd August!
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The Bohemians - A Night of Queen
Enjoy a high energy roller coaster ride of a concert courtesy of Queen Tribute band The Bohemians at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 6th September!
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Trail West
Trail West have announced a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 7th September, it's their biggest headline show so far and one not to be missed!
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Blackberry Smoke
Blackberry Smoke have announced their 'Be Right Here' Tour will be stopping off at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Monday 9th September!
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Chappell Roan
Pop star Chappell Roan hits the UK for her biggest headline shows to date on the 'Midwest Princess Tour', don't miss her live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday 15th September!
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Darcy & Jer
Fresh off their highly successful North American tour Darcy and Jer are coming to the UK with 'The No Refunds Tour', don't miss them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 21st September!
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Serena Terry: All Tied Up
After the incredible success of her first stand up UK and Ireland tour, Serena Terry aka Mummy Banter is going back on the road with a brand new show!
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The Undertones
Don't miss legendary punk-pop tunesmiths The Undertones when they return to headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 28th September!
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The Dandy Warhols + The Black Angels
The Dandy Warhols are back on the road with their latest album, Rockmaker, don't miss them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Tuesday 1st October with special guests The Black Angels!
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In Flames & Arch Enemy
Do not miss this headline extravaganza of the very best of Swedish metal, featuring Arch Enemy and In Flames, at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 3rd October!
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Joe Jackson
Renowned musician and producer Joe Jackson brings 'The Two Rounds Of Racket Tour' to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 4th October!
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The Enemy + The Subways + The Holloways
One of the biggest bands of their era, The Enemy will headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 5th October with special guests The Subways and The Holloways!
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The Last Dinner Party
London-based quintet The Last Dinner Party hit the road on their headline tour in support of their debut album, Prelude To Ecstasy... catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on October 10th!
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Peter Hook and the Light
Peter Hook & The Light are back with live dates that will see the band play the Substance albums by Joy Division and New Order in full! Don't miss them at the O2 Academy Glasgow on October 11th!
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Caravan Palace
World-renowned for their hybrid band-and-electronics setup, Caravan Palace have announced a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Wednesday 16th October!
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Paddy McDonnell: Dagger
Paddy McDonnell is one of Ireland's best storytelling comedians. Come and hear the tale of his nickname Dagger and the Stag Do that earnt him it at the O2 Academy Glasgow!
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Gavin DeGraw
Don't miss GRAMMY award-nominated multi-platinum singer and songwriter Gavin DeGraw live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 31st October!
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The Dualers
South London's nine-piece ska and reggae band, The Dualers, will tour the UK in 2024! Don't miss them at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 9th November!
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Yellowcard
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of their breakthrough album Ocean Avenue, Yellowcard will bring their tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Tuesday 12th November!
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Seasick Steve
Seasick Steve is hitting the road to play tracks from his latest release, A Trip A Stumble A Fall Down on Your Knees, don't miss him live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday 17th November!
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Shed Seven
Shed Seven bring their very special 30th-anniversary tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow, delivering a career-spanning set, as well as tracks from their acclaimed No.1 album A Matter of Time!
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Complete Stone Roses - Blackpool Live 35th Anniversary Special
Step back in time with The Complete Stone Roses as they meticulously recreate The Stone Roses iconic Blackpool 1989 concert at the O2 Academy Glasgow with support from Definitely Oasis & The Phonics!
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LiveWire - The AC/DC Show
Don't miss LiveWire, the hugely successful and unique six-man tribute to rock music's greatest band AC/DC, at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 21st December!
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Motionless In White
Heading out on their 'Touring The End Of The World Tour' American metalcore outfit will play a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Wednesday 19th February!
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Carly Pearce
Country star Carly Pearce will head to the UK in 2025 with her Hummingbird tour! Catch her live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Tuesday 25th February!
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The O2 Academy Edinburgh, formerly Edinburgh Corn Exchange, is one of the city's largest standing, multi-purpose, award-winning venues with a reputation for live music!
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The Old Fruitmarket
Prepare to be caught under the spell of Glasgow's Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow's Centre for Music, as soon as you walk through its doors!
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Maggies Rock n Rodeo
Saddle up for the best night out this side of Nashville as Maggie's Rock 'n' Rodeo rides into town complete with its own Bull Pit, bull and Hoedown party space in the basement!
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Soulsa - The only dedicated soul music bar in Glasgow! Come join us for top food & tunes!
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Room 2 Glasgow
Room 2 Glasgow is a multi-faceted live music venue and event space in Glasgow's city centre, from the team behind La Cheetah!
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Bar/Club/Venue/Cafe Open 7 days a week See our website for news and listings: www.nicensleazy.com For gig enquiries, email : gigs@nicensleazy.com Food...
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Avant Garde
Set in the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City, Avant Garde provides great live music coupled with a great selection of gourmet food and a wide range of drinks!
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Glasgow's Grand Ole Opry was founded by the late Alex Fleming, opening its doors as a Country & Western club in 1974 and is the largest club of its kind in the UK!
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Sweeney's On The Park is open 7 days a week and has a wide range of live music to accommodate all tastes 6 days a week plus our Sunday night quiz!
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Glasgow University Union
Glasgow University Union (GUU) is one of the largest and oldest students' unions in the UK, serving students of the University of Glasgow since 1885!
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The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall is one of Scotland's most prestigious venues and world renowned classical, jazz, pop, rock and folk artists take to its stages for nearly 250 performances each year!
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