Underworld revealed as Edinburgh’s Hogmanay In The Gardens headliners
The ‘Born Slippy (Nuxx)’ dance pioneers will welcome 2027 this year at Princes Street Gardens
Underworld have been revealed as headliners for Edinburgh’s Hogmanay In The Gardens, and will soundtrack the Midnight Moment and firework spectacular as the bells draw in. Tickets for the shows will go on pre-sale at 10am on Thursday 25 June, and on general sale at 10am on Friday 26 June.
In a first for Hogmanay In The Gardens, a special Midnight Moment will be designed to a live soundtrack by Underworld from Princes Street Gardens, featuring the world-famous fireworks from Edinburgh Castle, spectacular lights and projections alongside Underworld’s soundtrack.
The duo have been a fixture on the popular scene since 1987, and have long held a spiritual connection with Edinburgh when the song ‘Born Slippy (Nuxx)’ soundtracked key moments in the 1996 film Trainspotting. Their songs have also been featured in Cameron Crowe’s Vanilla Sky and Anthony Minghella’s Breaking And Entering. Their varied career has also included a stint soundtracking the London Olympics, collaborations with Brian Eno, producing the soundtrack for T2 Trainspotting, and earned a Grammy nomination for their 2016 album Barbara Barbara, We Face a Shining Future.
Rick Smith and Karl Hyde of Underworld said: ‘We've celebrated New Years all around the world. But Hogmanay with the Scots is always EXCEPTIONAL. We only hope we can give some of that special back to the Scottish people and celebrate the only way we know how. Edinburgh, Let's Dance.’
Directors of Unique Assembly who create and produce Edinburgh’s Hogmanay said: ‘We’re thrilled to welcome Underworld as 2026's Hogmanay In The Gardens headliners for what is set to be an incredible night of music to dance our way into 2027.
‘In a summer when Scotland has once again shown the world how to party, we can’t wait to ring in the New Year with friends from around the world at the Home of Hogmanay. Underworld have soundtracked 30 years of iconic Scottish moments and to experience ‘Born Slippy (Nuxx)’ live in the heart of Edinburgh is going to be an unforgettable moment for everyone. The world-famous Midnight Moment soundtracked by legends of the dance world will ensure revellers kick off 2027 with the ultimate party beneath Edinburgh Castle. No Scotland, No Party!’
Other acts at the performance will be announced as the date draws nearer.
Hogmanay In The Gardens, Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Thursday 31 December; main picture: Jon Gorrigan.