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The Barrowlands is a historic music venue located in the east end of Glasgow, Scotland. Originally built in 1934 as a ballroom, it has since become an iconic concert venue known for its unique atmosphere and impressive acoustics. The building's Art Deco design, with its distinctive curved facade and neon lighting, adds to its allure and gives it a sense of grandeur.
Over the years, the Barrowlands has hosted some of the biggest names in music, including R.E.M., Oasis, The Cure, The Smiths, AFI, Green Day, U2, Blur, Bob Dylan, Björk, David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Stiff Little Fingers, Metallica, Blondie, INXS, Bloc Party, Justin Timberlake, Garbage, Sheryl Crow, Britney Spears, The Smiths, Marilyn Manson, Nine Inch Nails, and Elvis Costello, and, more recently, The Thrash band Megadeth in 2007, popular UK indie bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Babyshambles, The Zutons and Spark of Genius.
The Barrowlands has also proven to be a popular venue with successful homegrown talent, including Travis, Mogwai, Biffy Clyro, Franz Ferdinand, Orange Juice, Aztec Camera, Horse McDonald, Lloyd Cole and the Commotions, Love And Money, Deacon Blue, Del Amitri, Teenage Fanclub, Simple Minds, Big Country, The View, Idlewild and The Jesus and Mary Chain.
Its reputation as a top music venue has made it a popular destination for both local music fans and international artists.
In addition to its music events, the Barrowlands also hosts a range of other activities, including charity fundraisers, wrestling matches, and dance events. It has become an important part of Glasgow's cultural scene, attracting visitors from all over Scotland and beyond.
The Darkness will bring their 'Permission to Land' 20th Anniversary Tour to The Barrowlands on Monday 11th December!
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READ MOREIrish folk band The Mary Wallopers have announced a massive headline show at The Barrowlands on Saturday 16th December as part of their upcoming UK tour!
READ MOREEdinburgh-born singer-songwriter Callum Beattie has announced a string of dates for December including three nights at The Barrowlands on December 19th, 20th and 21st!
READ MORECountry's award-winning singer-songwriter Ashley McBryde is returning to the UK for a major tour! Don't miss her live when she headlines The Barrowlands for two nights in January!
READ MOREGround-breaking, chart-topping, genre-bending, instantly enthralling... don't miss Talisk live at The Barrowlands as part of Celtic Connections 2024!
READ MORECeltic Connections presents a unique opportunity to see, in a single show, two award-winning, progressive bands – one Scottish and one Irish – that are at the very forefront of 21st century folk!
READ MOREThe 'Rich Men North of Richmond' songwriter Oliver Anthony has announced he'll bring his Out of the Woods tour to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 7th February!
READ MOREAmerican pop-punk rock pioneers The Menzingers roll into Glasgow on Friday 9th February to take over the Barrowland Ballroom!
READ MOREEdinburgh based songwriter Hamish Hawk brings his band back to Glasgow to headline The Barrowlands on Saturday 10th February!
READ MOREFrank Carter & The Rattlesnakes will return to The Barrowlands on Sunday 11th February as part of their Dark Rainbow tour!
READ MOREBombay Bicycle Club are excited to announce a new headline tour across the UK and Ireland in support their new album 'My Big Day' including two nights at The Barrowlands on 12th & 13th February!
READ MOREAcclaimed singer, songwriter and musician Tyler Childers and his longtime band, The Food Stamps, will embark on their global Mule Pull 24 Tour, which includes a night at The Barrowlands!
READ MOREPlatinum-selling indie rock quintet Mother Mother will bring their UK tour to The Barrowlands on Tuesday 20th February!
READ MOREThe Vaccines have announced a UK tour for 2024 in support of their brand new album, Pick-up full of pink carnations, catch them live at The Barrowlands on February 22nd!
READ MOREAlison Goldfrapp is back to share her first solo album, 'The Love Invention', don't miss her live at The Barrowlands on Saturday 24th February!
READ MORERock & 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 when they return to The Barrowlands on March 9th!
READ MOREHappy Mondays have announced a massive headline tour including three nights at The Barrowlands on 14th, 15th & 21st March featuring very special guests Inspiral Carpets and Stereo MC's!
READ MOREStiff Little Fingers have announced they'll return to The Barrowlands for another St. Patrix Weekend double-header in 2024!
READ MOREEcho and the Bunnymen are heading out on a UK tour in 2024 celebrating their incredible career, don't miss them when they return to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 20th March!
READ MOREJohnny Marr will bring The Spirit Power Tour, celebrating ten years of the iconic guitarist's solo career, to The Barrowlands on Wednesday 3rd April with support from Gaz Coombes!
READ MOREPlatinum-selling powerhouse Pierce The Veil have announced their biggest ever UK/EU headline Arena tour for Spring 2024 which includes two nights at The Barrowlands on April 9th & 10th!
READ MORETide Lines have announced that they're returning to the iconic Barrowland Ballroom for three unforgettable nights in April!
READ MORERob Lamberti will bring his definitive show celebrating the music of George Michael to The Barrowlands on Friday 26th April!
READ MOREFrom The Jam will be performing the whole All Mod Cons album in full along with more hits and fan favourites of The Jam when they return to The Barrowlands on Saturday 27th April 2024!
READ MOREThe Feeling will be heading out on a UK-wide tour performing all their greatest hits in 2024, don't miss them live at The Barrowlands on Thursday 9th May!
READ MORECamera Obscura, one of the most beloved cult acts in Scottish indie rock, have announced a run of shows which will see them headline The Barrowlands on Saturday 11th May!
READ MORELucy Spraggan has announced she'll be hitting the road again in 2024 which will see her headline The Barrowlands on Tuesday 14th May!
READ MOREIron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson is heading on a UK tour in support of his seventh studio album, The Mandrake Project, the tour will see him headline The Barrowlands on Saturday 18th May!
READ MOREThe Mountain Goats are back with a new album and they're bringing it to The Barrowlands on Friday 24th May!
READ MORESheffield singer-songwriter Richard Hawley will take his new 'Best Of' album on the road in 2024, he'll headline The Barrowlands on Sunday 2nd June!
READ MOREWith numerous studio albums and several UK Chart singles, The Damned are true pioneers from the London punk scene, famed for their legendary live shows, don't miss them live at The Barrowlands!
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