April is shaping up to be another great month for live music in Glasgow.
From popstars such as Olivia Dean – who has won a Grammy, two BRITs and three MOBOs just this year – and Alex Warren, to old favourites such as Rick Astley, Happy Mondays and The Prodigy, there are many exciting shows lined up for Glasgow before the end of the month.
As well as familiar names, there are a number of up and coming artists set to make their mark on the city over the coming weeks as well, such as Falkirk folk band Brògeal, Nottingham post-punk trio Bloodworm, and experimental Irish rockers Just Mustard, who will support The Cure in Edinburgh this August.
There are plenty of other gigs to look out for as well, with noughties chart-toppers Akon and Ne-Yo coming to the OVO Hydro for a co-headline tour, boyband Blue’s 25th anniversary show at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and performances at the Barras from The Skids, Valtos and more.
But if you’re looking for just the highlights, here are 28 of the best concerts happening in Glasgow throughout April.
9. Cat Burns — Sunday, April 12
Following her stint in The Traitors castle, London singer-songwriter Cat Burns has returned to her roots and is on tour around the UK, with a stop at Glasgow’s O2 Academy planned for Sunday, April 12 where she will be joined by Nxdia. | Getty Images
10. Rick Astley — Friday, April 10
Rick Astley — Friday, April 10 Getty Images With help from special guest Gabrielle, Rick Astley will continue his promise to never let down fans with a show at the OVO Hydro on Friday, April 10. | Getty Images
11. Jessie J — Tuesday, April 14
Originally due to take place in October, Jessie J’s gig at the SEC Armadillo will now happen on Tuesday, April 14. | Getty Images
12. The Prodigy — Wednesday, April 15
The Prodigy will play the first of their two scheduled gigs in Scotland at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on Wednesday, April 15. The English electronic music group will be joined by Carl Cox, who will play a special 2 hour long, 3 deck vinyl set – so be sure to get there early if you’re going. Their next show in the country will be at Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Showgrounds in August. | Getty Images