The Bungalow has Dignity, a Deacon Blue tribute in on Friday night, 15 May.
After a packed out show in 2025 their fans are eager to see them again, so grab your tickets quick for this one. This is a standing gig with limited seating for those with mobility issues, or you can get tickets on the door from 7.00pm.
Smokin’ at Tiffanys the high-energy 9-piece band known for their unforgettable performances are on Saturday afternoon.
The band have a live horn section and they create a dynamic, feel-good sound that is very popular (get in early for a space!) This is a free gig, doors open at 1.00pm.
NNE have brought back Definitely OASIS again for another packed out show on Saturday night, 16 May and this time, they are joined by the brilliant Belter – a solo tribute to Gerry Cinnamon.
Definitely Oasis are regarded by many Oasis fans and promoters alike across the globe as the best Oasis tribute band there is. This gig is sold-out, but you might get a hand back ticket on the door from 7.00pm.
The Go Steady are playing on Sunday 17 May and doors are at 1.00pm.
The ‘Month of Sundays’ series at the weekend features The Golden Tree, a Scottish musical super-duo featuring, main picture Bobby Bluebell (The Bluebells) and Grahame Skinner (Hipsway, The Cowboy Mouth) with Nicola Meighan. The duo focuses on reimagining and covering classic songs by Scottish artists with their own unique and atmospheric approach. Tickets on the door from 7.00pm on Sunday night, 17 May 2026.
The Bungalow Jam kicks off at 7.00pm on Tuesday 19 May. 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 Wednesday, 20 May, Story Tree invites you to celebrate the launch of their latest issue. This event is free with the option to donate. The night is hosted by Georgia Francis and the line-up is: Kike, GiladZinman, Jack Hinks, Katie Rose, Ashley Bell, Cat Cochrane, Emily Christie, Siying Wu, Dev McMath andBeth Rose. Doors at 7.00pm.
Juniper Three album launch is on Wednesday 20 May. Harmony is at the heart of Juniper Three, a vocal trio composed of Aimee Penman, Laura Hill and Outi Karhu.
The trio write and arrange their songs as a collective, creating a tapestry of genres in an interweaving of voices and embracing the ethos of three solo singers coming together to share the lead.
Tickets on the door from 7.00pm.
Ronnie T kicks off at The Old Swan from 4.00pm on Friday 15 May, and following him is the Mike Breen Band. Distant Echo will be kicking off at 4.00pm on Saturday afternoon.
The Sunday Soul Club kicks off at 4.00pm; Crawford Carlyle at 5.00pm on Monday; Lee James 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 to play a whole load of your favourite songs.
Johnny Barr is at The Keg on Friday night and Saturday night from 9.00pm it is Temptation Waits. On Thursday, you can discover a full line up of new or up and coming talent kicking off at 9pm.
Graeme J Kerr returns to the stage in Sportsters from 8.00pm tonight. This one-man band utilises hiss kill with a loop pedal to create the sound of a full band quickly, effortlessly and seamlessly.
Kennedys have Canyon in on Sunday playing from 3.00pm and at The Inn on the Corner, Raymond McSherry starts at 5.00pm Saturday and Sunday it is Ragamuffin from 6.00pm.
The Open Mic/Stage sessions next week are: The Abbey at 9pm on Monday, Ugly Duck Monday at7pm, 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
