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Veteran singer-songwriter Billy Ocean has announced a run of outdoor shows across the UK next summer, promising a rundown of his biggest hits.

Billy Ocean announces outdoor performances for summer 2026: How to get tickets | The List

The 80s icon will be joined Marti Pellow as a special guest on every date of the tour

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'He's created a vital archive that connects the crushing of unions in the 1980s with our current era of zero-hour contracts and precarious living standards'

You can now see this comprehensive discussion of the Women Against Pit Closures organisation in cinemas.

Iron Ladies film review: A vital archive of protest | The List

While dry in its delivery, Daniel Draper’s documentary about the Women Against Pit Closures group shines a light on a piece of history fading from popular consc

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'Glasgow’s humour has always been a part of its identity. And it deserves a club like this.'

After 25 years The Stand has found a new home in Lansdowne Church, proving yet again that phenomenal patter is Glasgow's true religion.

Fraser Milroy on The Stand's new venue: 'Glasgow’s humour has always been a part of its identity' | The List

As Glasgow comedy venue The Stand relocates after 25 years, Jay Richardson checks out its ecclesiastical new home and the opportunities it presents for the much

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Time to get your game on – Glasgow 2026 ticket pre-sale dates have been announced.

If you want to be at the heart of the action next summer, pre-register by Thursday 16 October for your chance to be one of the first to access tickets for Glasgow 2026’s sporting extravaganza ⤵️

Glasgow 2026 ticket pre-sale dates announced | The List

The window is fast closing on pre-registration for next year's Commonwealth Games

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'I Swear is a tremendously moving tale of overcoming adversity that'll break your heart before piecing it right back together again'

Before you grab your tickets, read our verdict on the new biopic hitting cinemas today. 🎫

I Swear film review: Tremendously moving | The List

While formulaic, this true-life story of Tourette’s campaigner John Davidson is deeply heartfelt and features astonishing performances

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Norwegian pop phenomenon Sigrid has announced her first full-scale tour since 2023, as she prepares to launch her new album There’s Always More That I Could Say.

Sigrid announces There’s Always More That I Could Say tour: How to get tickets | The List

The endearing pop phenomenon will hit venues in London, Birmingham, Manchester and more next March

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'I bet we were all funny to our parents when we were angry teenagers'

The Seagull opens at Edinburgh's Lyceum Theatre tonight. Before the curtain is raised, we caught up with Tallulah Greive to talk rebellion, camaraderie and the slightly less theatrical prospect of being hit by a bus.

Tallulah Greive on The Seagull: 'there’s a real generosity with everyone’s time and energy | The List

Taking on the melodramatically comic role of Masha in The Seagull, Australian-born Scottish actor Tallulah Greive talks to Afreka Thomson about rebellion, camar

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'Having O'Hagan as a guide through his own reminiscences is akin to being ensconced in a cosy pub on a filthy night, enveloping the reader with recollections of times gone by and offering succour like a literary hot toddy.'

On Friendship is out today, check out our full review ⤵️

Andrew O'Hagan: On Friendship book review – A literary hot toddy | The List

The Scottish author's latest book is a treatise on the meaning of human connection

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Leave the central belt behind for some great Scottish cultural hits. This month we're spotlighting a rapidly rising jazz saxophonist, pointing our telescopes at an unmissable story of star-crossed aliens, testing the limits of the human body, and more.

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'The first rule of Covet club is to book quality bands and create a sense of identity and community.'

Glasgow band Tanzana are shaking up the scene at Tut's, a sound they describe as 'quiet creepy' and a stage presence that is 'a bit weird and freaky', cementing their spot as a band to watch.

Future Sound: Tanzana | The List

Our column celebrating new music to watch continues with rising Glasgow band Tanzana. They chat to Fiona Shepherd about curating their own regular night at King

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Glasgow-based cellist and performance artist, Simone Seales, has announced their debut album Dearest, set for release on Friday 21 November.

Described as a celebration of queer first love, the album blends poetry with Seales' remarkably dynamic cello playing.

Simone Seales reveals long-awaited debut album Dearest | The List

The Glasgow-based cellist will release the album, which they describe as a celebration of ‘queer first love’, this November

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Indie rockers James have announced a tour of arenas across the UK alongside a greatest hits album featuring two new tracks.

James announce UK arena tour for spring 2026: How to get tickets | The List

Prepare your jokes about ageing fans needing a ‘sit down’ now

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Tori Amos has revealed details of her politically pointed 18th studio album, In Times Of Dragons, alongside an expansive tour featuring UK and Ireland dates in 2026.

Tori Amos announces new album and tour for 2026: How to get tickets | The List

The veteran singer-songwriter will hit venues in Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and more next spring

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Glasgow’s Gaelic centre An Lòchran is set to welcome communities to a screening of films exploring the intimate connection between Gaelic and the environment.

Gaelic culture: Keep Scotland Beautiful | The List

The charity's Gaelic development officer, Jonathan Angell, explains how culture and environment can work in unison

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‘Even though we argue among each other like teenagers, we do have something between us.’

We spoke to Idlewild frontman Roddy Woomble about the new album, their revitalised energy, and lessons learned after 30 years of making music together.

Idlewild's Roddy Woomble on their new album: 'It’s a life’s work of being creative together' | The List

As Idlewild step into their fourth decade with fresh music and a tour, frontman Roddy Woomble reflects on the band’s journey. Fiona Shepherd hears about island

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Two new immersive exhibitions, Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet, are set to hit Edinburgh this winter at the Royal Highland Centre from Saturday 29 November.

Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet set to open this winter | The List

The immersive exhibitions will paint the beloved artists in a new light

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Push The Boat Out poetry festival has unveiled the programme for its next instalment, featuring big names like Len Pennie, Hollie McNish, Michael Pedersen, Carla J Easton and more.

Push The Boat Out poetry festival returns to examine punk poetry, unseen worlds and human impact | The List

The full programme for the festival promises appearances from Michael Pedersen, Len Pennie, Carla J Easton and a huge range of poets and musicians

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Paisley Halloween Festival returns on Friday 24 & Saturday 25 October, transforming the town centre into an enchanting playground of street theatre, live performance and hauntingly creative installations.

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The Cure, whose live shows have become legendary for their length and dynamism, have announced a run of outdoor gigs across the UK and Ireland next year.

The Cure announce outdoor shows for summer 2026: How to get tickets | The List

Robert Smith’s goth kings will perform at venues in Dublin, Belfast, Manchester and Edinburgh next year

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Pick up your special birthday of The List copy free from all good stockists across Glasgow and Edinburgh or read it now ⤵️

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Also in this issue:
✨ Edinburgh indie rock favourites Idlewild return to the fold with a brand-new album
✨ Black Sabbath are given their own ballet
✨ We pay tribute to beloved comic Gary Little
✨ Caroline Quentin and Tallulah Greive talk to us about their fresh adaptation of Chekhov’s The Seagull

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Happy Birthday to, well, us! The List turns 40 years old this month, and we’ve assembled a whole batch of features taking you on a wander down memory lane.

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After a decade-long hiatus, the mischievous Super Furry Animals have reformed and will embark on a tour next year.

Eschewing the trend for rose-tinted nostalgia, the band will also release previously unheard material this Thursday.

Super Furry Animals return with UK and Ireland tour for 2026: How to get tickets | The List

Gruff Rhys' offbeat indie troupe will hit the road again next May after a decade-long break

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The List is turning 40 🎉

Our final front-cover time capsule is the 2020s, when Bemz graces the first List 2.0 cover, Young Fathers return with a heavy heavy bang, Brooke Combe dances at the edge of the world, and Fred Deakin revives club life for the new age.

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Pop Mutations have teamed up with Tiny Changes for a special evening of music in Glasgow next month. Combining live music and comedy, acts include Altered Images, Carla J Easton, Elisabeth Elektra, Zara Gladman, Vic Galloway and Nightwave.

Pop Mutations and Tiny Changes team up for one-night gig blowout in Glasgow | The List

Altered Images, Carla J Easton, Withered Hand, Jill Lorean, Elisabeth Elektra and more will perform at venues across the city

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