Step back in time with one of the UK’s top Kinks tribute bands, faithfully recreating the iconic sound and style of Ray Davies and The Kinks.
Since forming at Glasgow’s Berkeley 2 studios in 2015, The Kinks Experience have built a reputation as one of the most musically and visually authentic Kinks tribute acts in the country. Their live shows have earned rave reviews at venues including The Ferry (Glasgow), The Cavern (Liverpool), Oran Mor, Irvine Arts Centre and the Bangor Mod Weekend in Wales.
Expect a hit-packed set that captures the raw energy, sharp wit and unforgettable melodies of one of the most influential British bands of all time. With a line-up of seasoned musicians who cut their teeth playing original material, The Kinks Experience delivers an electrifying celebration of a legendary back catalogue—from You Really Got Me to Waterloo Sunset and beyond. Tickets on the door on Friday night tonight from 7.00pm.
Colombos Soul Band are playing on Sunday afternoon 18 October. They are a vibrant group known for their soulful performances, covering legendary artists like Otis Redding, James Brown, and Stevie Wonder. It is free entry, doors open at 1.00pm and band on around 2.00pm.
After sold out shows in 2024 and 2025 at The Bungalow, NNE are delighted to announce The Chain – Scotland’s Tribute to Fleetwood Mac is back on Saturday night, 17 October. This superb 6-piece live band play all the hits you would expect to hear from this legendary supergroup Fleetwood Mac. Expect the fullback catalogue with global hits such as Dreams, Go Your Own Way, Don’t Stop, Everywhere, Black Magic Woman, Gypsy, The Chain and many more. Limited tickets available, check Skiddle.
Another free entry afternoon on Sunday. The Bungalow have a 60’s and Britpop revival afternoon with two great bands. Itchycoo Park onstage from 2.00pm till 4.00pm. Then, The M65s on stage from 4.30 till 5.30pm. It is free entry and doors open at 1.00pm with band on approx. 2.00pm.
The Bungalow Wednesday Club starts at 2.00pm with an afternoon of fun from singer John Griffith of The Bobby Deans Big Band and to start it is the weekly quiz. In the evening from 7.00pm it is poetry night.
On Thursday 22 October there is a Renfrewshire Mental Health Arts Festival Open Stage and pumpkin painting session. This is a dry bar event from 7.00pm.
Ronnie T kicks off at The Old Swan from 4.00pm tonight, Friday 16 October, and following him is The Rays at 8.00pm. On Saturday 17 October at 4pm in the ‘Shopper’s Slot’ Michigan will be on stage ready to play a whole load of your favourite tunes. The Sunday Soul Club starts at 4.00pm till 8.00pm. Listen to the voice of Crawford Carlyle on Monday at 5.00pm; he is one of the best singers around and it is free. Raymondo is playing 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 21 October at 5.00pm. Mark McMillan is live at The Keg on Friday night from 9.00pm and on Saturday night, it will be local Rawk Gawds Mr Db at 9pm.
There is a new Vinyl Hangout Night from 7.00pm to late on Sunday 18 October. On Thursday you can discover a full line up of new or up and coming talent showcasing new original material kicking.
You might find your newest favourite band. It all kicks off at 9.00pm. GlasQuo are at Kennedys on Sunday from 3.00pm and they will be playing the classic hits of one of the greatest rock and roll bands in the land, Status Quo.
Casper and Co will be playing at Sportsters on Sunday 18 October at 6.00pm.
Open mics dates and places are: The Abbey at 9pm on Monday, Ugly Duck Monday at 7pm, The Gantry at 9pm on Tuesday, and the Trad Jam at The Anchor from 8pm. A new Open Mic started at Sportsters on the last Tuesday of the month.
Have a great week and Keep Music Live.
Tommy
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
Paisley Town Hall, Abbey Close, Paisley PA1 1JF
