On Friday night, 31 July, at The Bungalow, all the way from Blackpool is the premier tribute to SKA and 2Tone, Ska Face.
A spokesman for the band said “It’s always great to travel up north again and this time to one of the most prestigious music venues that Paisley has to offer! We love a good road trip in the “Ska van.” In support is The Ratistas Ska. Tickets on the door from 7.00pm, Friday 31 July 2026.
The regular Soul Divas are back on Saturday afternoon, 1st August, for another offering of the best Soul, Disco and Pop tunes. It is free entry and doors are 1.00pm.
The Sensational Alex Harvey Band Experience (pictured) band are back at The Bungalow on Sunday night, 2 August 2026. The band bring with them a 2-hour show filled with classic songs such as Delilah, Boston Tea Party, The Faith Healer & more. SAHB Experience recreate those iconic SAHB shows from the 1970’s. Tickets on the door from 7.00pm.
Doors open at 3.00pm on Sunday afternoon, 2 August, for The Taylor Swift Effect. This is a premier UK-based tribute show to Taylor Swift, featuring performer Jamie, along with dancers, costume changes, and popular hits like “Shake It Off” and “Love Story”. This high-energy show is designed for fans of all ages and is currently touring venues across the UK. This is for all ages, but U16s must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets on the door.
The Bungalow Jam kicks off at 7.00pm on Tuesday 4 August. This week’s entertainment includes music, games, a quiz and the usual Open Mic. This is free entry.
The Bungalow Wednesday Club starts at 2.00pm with an afternoon of fun from singer John Griffith of The Bobby Deans Big Band the weekly quiz.
On Thursday night, 6 August, Renfrewshire Youth Voice have a band night – it is free entry and doors are 7.00pm.
Ronnie T kicks off at The Old Swan from 4.00pm tonight, Friday 31 July, and following him is a live session from Crackerman at 8.00pm.
On Saturday 1st August at 4pm Gordon’s Alive will be onstage ready to pound out some of your favourite rock classics.
The Sunday Soul Club starts at 4.00pm. If you have nothing to do on Monday, treat yourself and get to The Old Swan to listen to the fantastic voice of Crawford Carlyle singing some of the best ‘singers’ tunes at 5.00pm on Monday 3 August. Lee James is on Tuesday at 3.00pm, and every second Thursday at 5.00pm and alternatively sometimes it is Cammy Miller. Duncan McLellan will be onstage on Wednesday at 5.00pm.
Mark McMillan is playing at The Keg tonight, Friday 31 July from 9.00pm. Saturday night from 9.00pm, local favourites Bad Boy Boogie will be back to give another night packed with songs to get your feet tapping or maybe even get you dancing. On Thursday 6 August, you can discover a full line up of new or up and coming talent showcasing new original material, kicking off at 9.00pm.
The Inn on the Corner have The Suspects playing on Sunday 9 August 2026 from 6.00pm.
Every Thursday at The Anchor is a Scottish Trad Jam. Join in and bring an instrument, play a song or join in. Or just sit back and enjoy the music from Mairead McManus, Katie Boyle, Johnny Canning and whoever turns up on the night. Starts at 8.00pm.
The Open Mic/Stage Sessions next week are: The Abbey at 9pm on Monday, Ugly Duck Monday at 7pm, The Gantry at 9pm on Tuesday, The Bungalow on Tuesday 7pm, The Keg on Wednesday at 8.30pm and an Open Mic on the last Tuesday of the month.
Have a great week, Keep Music Live and support your local venues.
Tommy McGrory.
PAISLEY LIVE MUSIC VENUES
Gantry, 12 New Street, Paisley PA1 1XY
Whisky Joes, 7b New Street, Paisley PA1 1XU
Barga, 25 New Street, Paisley PA1 1XU
Paisley Arts Centre, 15 New Street, Paisley PA1 1EZ
The Bungalow, 15 Shuttle Street, Paisley PA1 1YD
The Venue, 4 Sma’ Shot Lane, Paisley PA1 2HG
Sportsters, 7 Gilmour Street, Paisley PA1 1DD
The Keg, 15b Gilmour Street, Paisley PA1 1DD
The Abbey Bar, 8 Lawn Street, Paisley PA1 1HA
The Ugly Duck, 38 High Street, Paisley PA1 2DQ
The Wee Howff, 53 High Street, Paisley PA1 2AN
Kennedy’s, 33a Causeyside Street, Paisley PA1 1UL
The Tea Gardens, 69 Causeyside Street, Paisley PA1 1YT
The Venue, 5 Wellmeadow Street, Paisley PA1 2EF
The Anchor, 23 Gauze Street, Paisley PA1 1ES
The Old Swan, 20 Smithhills Street, Paisley PA1 1EB
The Tile Bar, 14 Smithhills Street, Paisley PA1 1EB
Inn on the Corner, 70 Causeyside Street, Paisley PA1 1YP
Paisley Town Hall, Abbey Close, Paisley PA1 1JF
