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Weird Nightmare

Get ready for a masterclass in power-pop as METZ's Alex Edkins brings Weird Nightmare's fuzzy hooks and anthemic new album Hoopla to The Hug and Pint on Wednesday 2nd September!

Weird Nightmare

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2nd September 2026
7.30pm
The Hug and Pint
171 Great Western Road, Glasgow West End G4 9AW
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Alex Edkins, formerly of the noise-rock trio METZ, has just announced a tour for his power-pop project Weird Nightmare following the release of the album, Hoopla.

The record is due out on 1 May 2026, and the upcoming tour will bring his signature blend of fuzzy riffs and melodic hooks to several intimate UK venues this autumn.

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