By Tommy McGrory
This week I’m gutted, and writing the column was difficult.
As many of you will know The Cave is shutting on Saturday 13 September. A huge thank you to The Cave – a place that’s been at the heart of Paisley’s music scene for so long. This weekend marks its final curtain call, and while we’re sad to see the doors close, we’re so grateful for everything it’s given to local music and musicians alike.
Special thanks to Jen and Scott Sloan (pictured), whose tireless work brought countless live bands to the stage and kept the spirit of live music alive in Paisley. The Cave wasn’t just a venue – it was a community; a place where music thrived and memories were made. Here’s to all the gigs, the laughs, and the legacy that will live on. Thank you to all at ‘Team Cave’.
Jen had this to say “It’s sad time for the Paisley Music Scene After years of unforgettable nights, incredible music, and memories that will last a lifetime, our journey as a live music venue comes to a close. As a final farewell gig, we will have Dirty Jewels taking the stage from 5pm followed by The Black Triangles. It’s been an honour to host so many talented artists, welcome so many passionate music lovers, and be part of this amazing community.
We hope you’ll join us for one final night at The Cave to celebrate everything we’ve built together. Let’s make it a night to remember — one last goodbye, one last drink, one last song. From the bottom of our hearts — thank you for the love, the support, and the music”
Meanwhile, Led Zurrection, a brilliant live 4-piece tribute covering the best of Zeppelin are at The Bungalow on Friday night, 12 September. Tickets on the door from 7pm. Saturday afternoon is a free gig with the fantastic Divas Soul. Doors are at 1pm. After Divas Soul, Jodie Hillcoat plays Country at 6pm and it is free entry.
Saorsa are having their debut show on Sunday afternoon, 14 September, playing the tunes of Runrig and its free entry. Doors are at 1.00pm.
The Tuesday Bungalow Open Stage starts at 7.00pm. If you want to get on stage and jam or play some songs this is for you. The house band will be there to help and full backline available. Free entry.
Another fantastic evening of Drag performances here at The Bungalow. Tickets on the door from 7pm but get in early if you want a seat. On Thursday 18 September it is David Wilts, The Lines and TRNDS. Tickets on the door from 7.00pm.
The Sunday Soul Club starts at 3.00pm with John and Maria on the decks. Crawford Carlyle will be playing on Monday from 4.00pm, Lee James starts his comedy and song stage show on Tuesday at 3.00pm and every second Thursday at 5.00pm and alternatively sometimes it is Cammy Miller. Duncan McLellan kicks off at 4pm on Wednesday.
Discover new or up and coming talent on Thursday at The Keg as they have another night filled with original material. The session kicks off at 9.00pm.
Check out Kennedy’s on Sunday at 3.00pm as Overdrive will be on stage pounding out some rock classics, and later over at The Inn on the Corner there will be Drty Luv from 4.30pm.
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 The Cave from 7pm on Thursday. The Inn on the Corner has an Open Mic on the last Tuesday of the month.
PAISLEY VENUES ADDRESS GUIDE
The Cave, 38 New Street, Paisley PA1 1YG – closes down with final performances on Saturday 13 September 2025.
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
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 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
