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
Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilburys Experience
Roy Orbison & the Traveling Wilburys Experience is a joyous, up-tempo feel-good celebration of classic pop music, catch it at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 20th August!
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Chris Young
Chris Young has announced a string of headline shows this Summer including a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 25th August!
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The Cadillac Three
The Cadillac Three are heading out on tour to celebrate their 10th anniversary, catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 26th August!
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Fleet Foxes
Fleet Foxes are heading out on tour in 2022 with a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Wednesday 31st 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 September 2nd!
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Agnes Obel
Critically acclaimed composer, singer and pianist, Agnes Obel will bring her captivating live show to the O2 Academy Glasgow on 3rd September!
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The Magnetic Fields
The legendary Magnetic Fields are back and they're heading to UK shores for a series of shows this September including a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow!
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Brennan Heart
Dutch dance industry don Brennan Heart has announced a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 9th September!
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Jo Whiley’s 90s Anthems Tour
Jo Whiley's 90s Anthems Tour is coming to the O2 Academy Glasgow on 10th September... bringing you all the best tracks from the greatest decade for music!
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Doug Stanhope
Comedian Doug Stanhope takes a brutal look at the stupidity of society and politics today in a vicious, no-holds-barred show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 23rd September!
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Primus - CANCELLED
Primus have announced they'll pay tribute to RUSH's classic 1977 album 'A Farewell to Kings' with their 'A Tribute To Kings' show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 27th September!
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Behemoth & Arch Enemy
Two of Europe's most revered metal bands, Behemoth & Arch Enemy, are bringing their European Siege 2022 tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on 29th September!
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Snarky Puppy
The multi-Grammy-Award-winning musical collective, Snarky Puppy is back with a unique fusion of all things jazz funk and soul! Catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 4th October!
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The Driver Era
Ross and Rocky Lynch, AKA The Driver Era, will bring their latest tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on 10th October!
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Counting Crows
Counting Crows will bring The Butter Miracle Tour to the UK and Ireland in autumn 2022! Catch them at O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 14th October!
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Heels of Hell
Bringing some of the best drag entertainment to the O2 Academy Glasgow on 27th October, Heels of Hell is a spectacular not to be missed!
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Festival of The Dead
Europe's biggest touring Halloween show returns to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Friday 28th October with its high octane mash up of circus, clubbing and carnival set to a blazing live soundtrack!
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Maggie Rogers
Maggie Rogers brings The Feral Joy Tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on 1st November with special guest Samia!
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The Damned
The original line-up of The Damned are reuniting for a one-off UK tour in 2022, catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 4th November!
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Foreverland: Down The Rabbit Hole
Foreverland, the World's most magical club night, will transform the O2 Academy Glasgow into an extra-terrestrial fairytale for a night of immersive raving!
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Tedeschi Trucks Band
12-member strong collective Tedeschi Trucks Band are coming to the O2 Academy Glasgow for a seated show on 10th November!
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Brett Young
Multi-Platinum country star Brett Young has announced a tour in support of his album, Weekends Look a Little Different These Days, don't miss him live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 15th November!
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Fontaines D.C.
In support of their third album, Fontaines D.C. have announced a UK and Ireland tour, which includes two nights at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 17th and 18th November!
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First Aid Kit
The two-time BRIT Award-nominated Söderberg sisters are back with their fifth studio album Palomino and a huge autumn tour which includes a stop at the O2 Academy Glasgow on November 28th!
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The Proclaimers
A year later than originally planned, The Proclaimers have announced a UK & Ireland tour for 2022! Don't miss them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 1st and 2nd December!
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Party People Presents - The Second Coming
Party People presents The Second Coming at the O2 Academy Glasgow featuring The Complete Stone Roses, Definitely Oasis, Blur2, Pulp'd and more!
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Scouting For Girls
To celebrate the 15th Anniversary of their debut album, Scouting For Girls are heading out on tour! Catch them live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on Sunday 11th December!
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Lamb Of God
Lamb of God are back in the UK for the first time in six years with their 'State Of Unrest' tour, don't miss them at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 14th December 2022!
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Joey Bada$$
Following the release of his latest album, 2000, Joey Bada$$ has announced a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 20th December!
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Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club
Don't miss a truly special 'Funk and Soul Club' Party full of funk, soul & disco hosted by DJ, Actor & BBC Radio 6 presenter Craig Charles at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 28th December!
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Kane Brown
Multi-Platinum global entertainer Kane Brown will bring his 'Drunk or Dreaming Tour' to the O2 Academy Glasgow on 17th January!
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Apocalyptica & Epica
Apocalyptica & Epica are bringing their 'Epic Apocalypse' tour to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 2nd February!
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Sticky Fingers
Australian rock outfit Sticky Fingers will tour the UK in support of their fifth album, Lekkerboy, catch them at the O2 Academy Glasgow on February 16th!
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Paul Smith: Joker
Paul Smith is back on tour with his brand new show 'Joker', it's his biggest and funniest tour show to date and you can catch it at the O2 Academy Glasgow over three nights in February!
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Ice Nine Kills
Horror metal act Ice Nine Kills have announced a headline show at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 7th March!
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The Undertones
Don't miss influential punk band The Undertones when they return to headline the O2 Academy Glasgow on Saturday 11th March!
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W.A.S.P. - 40 Years Live
One of the most infamous, notorious, controversial heavy metal bands, W.A.S.P. mark their fortieth anniversary with a world tour which includes a night at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 21st March!
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I Prevail: The Trauma Tour
US metalcore outfit, I Prevail, have set their sights on the UK... catch them live at O2 Academy Glasgow on 22nd March!
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Blackberry Smoke
Blackberry Smoke have announced their 'You Hear Georgia Tour' will be stopping off at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 27th March!
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The Main Event
Prepare for the hottest drag reunion of the year when 'The Main Event' returns to the O2 Academy Glasgow on Thursday 6th April!
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De La Soul - Celebrating 30 Years of De La Soul
Hailed as pioneers of hip hop, De La Soul are back on the road proving why they deserve that title, as they celebrate their 30th anniversary! Catch them at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 9th April!
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Elvana: Elvis Fronted Nirvana
Rock & Roll meets Grunge as Elvis fronts Nirvana and gives the band the front man it's been missing since '94... catch Elvana: Elvis Fronted Nirvana at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 15th April 2023!
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Scotland Calling
Scotland Calling is back in 2023 for another punk-rock extravaganza at the O2 Academy Glasgow featuring sets from The Exploited, Cockney Rejects, UK Subs and many more, don't miss it!
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The Dualers
9-piece Jamaican Rhythm & Blues band, The Dualers, will tour the UK in 2023! Don't miss them at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 6th May!
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Joe Satriani
Guitar legend Joe Satriani is taking The Shapeshifting Tour across Europe in 2023, catch him live at the O2 Academy Glasgow on 15th May!
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Dick & Dom In Da Bungalow Live
20 years after the hit BBC show 'Da Bungalow' first burst on to our screens, quadruple Bafta award winners Dick & Dom are bringing their own special kind of mayhem to the O2 Academy Glasgow!
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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!
Read more
The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow
It's great for comedy. It's great for music. It's great for variety. It's great for you! The Pavilion Theatre is Glasgow's favourite variety theatre!
Read more
Queen Margaret Union
One of University of Glasgow's two student Unions and home to a legendary music venue that has hosted Nirvana, Queen and many more!
Read more
Fort Theatre
The Fort Theatre is home to the Antonine Theatre Group who perform at least two full-length plays and a pantomime per season. Cabaret nights are also a regular feature in the theatre group's calendar.
Read more
The National Piping Centre
The National Piping Centre, Glasgow was created in 1996, as the world centre for excellence in the promotion and study of the Great Highland Bagpipe.
Read more
The Poetry Club
The Poetry Club situated in Glasgow's West End is a hub for art, music, performance, spoken word and billows of smoke!
Read more
Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow
The Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow has been rocking the Style Mile on Buchanan Street since November 2013!
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SEC Centre
Find out what's on at the SEC Centre Glasgow and book your tickets online with What's On Glasgow!
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Pollokshields Playhouse
Pollokshields Playhouse is a grassroots project that seeks to connect people with under-used public space. Pollokshields Playhouse is a place to share...
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