The Wee Gig Lowdown: March 2026
Time for another entry in our wee gig news compendium for Glasgow and Edinburgh
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We’ve been hot on the wee gig trail again this month, with a selection of global troubadours and local heroes to pique your interest.
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Edinburgh
Andrew Wasylyk
The Dundee-based songwriter is releasing his latest LP Irreparable Parables this spring, an impressive work welcoming a starry crew of guest vocalists to help him. He’ll be joined by Kathryn Joseph on tour, who also guests on the album.
Pleasance, Thursday 5 March; Saint Luke's & The Winged Ox, Glasgow, Friday 6 March.
Celebrant
The onetime Urvanovic singer-songwriter Tom Irvine is returning to Scotland with his new band, an uplifting combination of indie folk and classical compositions.
Sneaky Pete’s, Thursday 5 March; Hug & Pint, Glasgow Saturday 7 March.
Edinburgh International Women's Day Gig
This special event for International Women’s Day features woman-fronted band Machine Orchid alongside SAY Award–nominated songwriter Faith Eliott and Jemima Thewes. It’ll include afternoon acoustic sets and an interactive workshop with performances from Esther Swift and Kirsty Law.
Bongo Club, Sunday 8 March.
Tessa Rose Jackson
Grabbing the jauntier end of Weather Station and giving it a good shake, Jackson’s bracing indie is a welcome tonic. She’s on the road to promote her new album The Lighthouse.
Leith Depot, Wednesday 18 March.
Polly Paulusma
Beautiful and mysterious, Polly Paulusma has been releasing haunting folk since 2004, and has supported Bob Dylan. She’s visiting Pianodrome to promote her album Wildfires, which released last year to critical acclaim.
Pianodrome, Tuesday 24 March.
Glasgow
Hannah Rarity
The award-winning folk star (who’s toured with Blazin’ Fiddles, Rura, Niteworks and Cherish The Ladies) has been championed in Scotland, in part for her luscious vocals and romantic lyrics.
The Glad Café, Thursday 5 March.
Scustin
Irish post-funk outfit are a funny indie foursome combining slap bass hooks with lived-in lyrics. Perfect for a few drinks and a solid jump-around.
Friday 6 March, McChuills.
Mietze Conte
Fidgety mumble-rock, hyperpop and oddball dance collide in this act from Vienna. One for fans of Ninajirachi or Four Tet.
Flying Duck, Tuesday 10 March.
Siobhan Wilson
A keystone of Scotland’s music scene, Wilson’s live shows are characterised by the transcendent soar of her vocals. Her indie spirit has led to a career of small releases that are beloved by those who’ve discovered them.
Stereo, Saturday 14 March; Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh, Friday 20 March.
Austra
Toronto’s enduring synth act is back with new album Chin Up Buttercup, which has received glowing praise for its balance of melody and more avant garde influences.
Stereo, Saturday 21 March.
Main picture: Isabell Larsen-Thomsen.
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