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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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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.

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 18h

'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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 23h

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 2d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 2d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 3d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 5d

‘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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 6d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 7d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 7d

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.

Read the full article here ⤵️

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 8d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 8d

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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The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 8d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 8d

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.

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 9d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 10d

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.

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 12d

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

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 12d

Japan is getting spooky in the latest entry of Konami's long-running psychological horror series. Out today on PC, PS5 and Xbox series X/S, find out why now is the perfect time for a Silent Hill renaissance ⤵️

Silent Hill f game preview: New town, old problem | The List

Japan is the setting for this latest entry in Konami's survival horror series

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 13d

The List is turning 40 🎉

Next up in our front cover travels is the 2010s, when Young Fathers grace the mag for the first time, Chvrches storm T In The Park, we weigh in on Scottish independence, and Hidden Door mount an all-female line-up.

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 13d

Damian Barr shines a light on the The Two Roberts, stars of the post-war British art scene who were soon forgotten. With his new novel and an exhibition of their work, Barr hopes to give them their rightful moment in the sun.

Read the full article here ⤵️

Damian Barr on his new novel The Two Roberts: 'They should be talked about in the same breath as Mackintosh and Eardley' | The List

Robert Colquhoun and Robert MacBryde were lovers from working-class Scottish roots who became stars of the post-war British art scene, yet they ended up pennile

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 14d

The Scottish Album Of The Year Award has announced its longlist featuring 20 acts. Consisting of songwriters like Mogwai, Faith Eliott, corto.alto, Jacob Alon and Brooke Combe, this year’s winner will take home £20,000.

Scottish Album Of The Year unveils longlist for 2025 | The List

Mogwai, Jacob Alon and Brooke Combe lead a 20-strong list that champions arena acts and grassroots success stories

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 14d

Jacob Alon, the up-and-coming singer-songwriter who recently scooped a Mercury Prize nomination, has announced a one-off gig in Glasgow this winter.

Jacob Alon announces one-off show in Glasgow this winter | The List

The Mercury Prize nominee will perform at Mackintosh Church in December

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 14d

The List is turning 40 🎉

Next, it's the eventful 2000s. This it the time that guest editor Ian Rankin swapped case files for headlines, Noel Gallagher promised us that Oasis would never split up, and Alan Cummings told us he owes his whole career to The List.

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 15d

The state-of-the-nation punks Sleaford Mods have announced a tour for this winter, alongside the furious new single 'Megaton'.

Give the track a listen and find out where the band are playing ⤵️

Sleaford Mods to embark on UK and Ireland tour in 2026: How to get tickets | The List

The state-of-the-nation documenters will hit venues in Glasgow, Manchester, Dublin and more this winter

The List @thelistuk.bsky.social · 15d

Ahead of their two sold-out shows at Glasgow's Barrowlands, we revisit the journey of a group with a powerful aversion to the press, and a keen eye for self-sabotage.

Read the full article here ➡️ list.co.uk/news/the-ret...