Nick Harper is one the UK's best kept musical secrets. Those who have witnessed the spellbinding, one-man show will tell you this. A childhood growing up surrounded by the musical prowess of some of the 60's most revered songwriters & musicians, not to mention being son of Roy Harper, along with 20 years of crafting songs & touring the land has spawned a truly one-off, original guitarist & songwriter who stands alone as a UK great, to be cherished & revered. For over two decades, he has been dazzling audiences, reviewers & fellow artists alike with his heady mix of virtuosity, boyish charm, showmanship & sheer bravado. An imagination bursting with ideas has seen Nick release 11 solo albums to critical acclaim, earning a Number 1 spot in the charts with the seminal hit 'Blue Sky Thinking'.

John Harold Arnold Bramwell, to give him his full name, is perhaps best-known for his time as the songwriter and frontman of Manchester three-piece, I Am Kloot. However, he also possesses an enviable back catalogue as a solo artist and continues to work on new material under the guise of his latest band, John Bramwell & The Full Harmonic Convergence. Bramwell’s first studio output appeared in 1989, when he was performing and recording as Johnny Dangerously and entitled You Me & The Alarm Clock, an album The Guardian referred to as one of the ‘greatest albums you’ve never heard.’ Following a stint as a television presenter and as a member of the band, The Mouth, Bramwell formed I Am Kloot, with two members of The Mouth. They went on to record six studio albums, including the Mercury-Prize nominated album, Sky At Night. Since 2016, Bramwell has reverted to being a solo artist and tours continuously, around the UK and Europe. A home-recorded solo album, Leave Alone the Empty Spaces appeared in 2018 and the follow-up, a more expansive affair, with a working title of The Light Fantastic, is now scheduled for release in 2022.

We are delighted to welcome the outstanding Irish trio Cua to 50rpm for the first time. Please note we operate a no talking policy when the acts are performing. If you can't manage that, don't buy a ticket. Be a considerate gig goer and show the artists and your fellow gig goers the proper respect Please not our venue is located up stairs and is not suitable for wheelchair user and may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties John Davidson, Shane Booth & Ros O'Meara bring together dynamic and contrasting instrumentation and voices. The group have an expansive acoustic soundscape blending guitars, fiddle, bouzouki, percussion and three part harmony arrangements (that often sounds like more) to create a folk styling that incorporates elements of music from the plains of Ireland to the mountains of Scotland and much farther a field both east and west. Soaring melody lines, dirgy, intense a capella vocals and complex rhythmic structures will have the blood pumping through even the coldest of auditoriums. The cua live experience has been compared to contemporaries such as Lau and Lankum as well as to such greats as Planxty and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, to name a few. Described as folk, world, roots, psychedelic-folk, heartfelt, transcendent, americana or trad the band ticks all of these boxes and more while maintaining a powerful through-line. In the last few years cua have played countless shows in Ireland, toured to Holland and France and completed seven UK tours all to critical acclaim. Adding to this two sold out shows at Celtic Connections and a sold out show at Temple Bar Tradfest. Releases to date include but are not limited to their debut album 'The Winter Tapes' 2012, the first EP (self titled) as a three piece in 2014 followed by two 15 track albums 'Songs of The Hollow' 2017 and 'In Flight off the Islands' 2019. cua spent the time of lock-down continuing to record remotely which resulted in their latest album release 'Oh Sun Shine Down' in 2022. Cua truly pride themselves on their diversity, with subtle nods to many genres, whilst keeping a folk, world, roots and traditional line throughout. All members are multi-instrumentalists and are inspired by many aspects of the musical spectrum including roots, blues, gospel, jazz fusion, traditional, bluegrass and more. Their approach to music is inspired by the history, landscape and peoples of the Atlantic areas. Cua have been recognised on a european and national level following their first two successful studio releases and are receiving national and local radio airplay in Scotland, England, Ireland, America, France, Holland, Italy, Denmark, Switzerland, Germany and the US. The group have shared the bill with Andy Irvine, The Furey's, Hazel OConnor, Paddy Casey and The 4 Of Us to name but a few. 'An unclassifiable band that weave together different musics into something that is their own, crackling with life, energy and spark.' - Marc Higgins - Fatea Records

An intimate up close evening with the Australia based, Belfast Born singer songwriter. A true 21st Century, perennial peripatetic troubadour, from Belfast, longtime resident of Melbourne, Andy White is one of Ireland's most accomplished and respected song-writers since his 1985 debut Stiff EP 'Religious Persuasion' and his 1986 first album, 'Rave On Andy White'. He's the 'A' in 'supergroup' ALT alongside Liam O'Maonlai (Hothouse Flowers) and Tim Finn (Crowded House). He's recorded with Peter Gabriel and toured in so many different combinations, published poems and prose. A longtime association with Womad as well as appearances at The Fleadh and Glastonbury means Andy's well used to large open air gigs, but he's equally at home in intimate spaces, where his beautiful songs, voice and musicianship shine and inspire. Forever touring, forever changing, forever Andy... Please note that the venue is located up stairs and may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties Please note that we operate a not talking policy when the acts are performing. Please be a considerate gig goer and don't spoil it for your fellow gig goers and the artists giving their all

The singer-songwriter performs his original material. Rolling Stone once declared Peter Bruntnell to be, “one of England's best kept musical secrets”. England has successfully managed to keep Peter Bruntnell a secret for all this time, even from itself. “Maybe this will be the album to finally give him the worldwide superstar recognition he deserves!”, enthused every other Peter Bruntnell album review from the last 20+ years, with an admirably unwavering optimism. “If we lived in a just world, Peter Bruntnell would by now be in the middle of his third or fourth global arena tour, his biggest worry working out how to courier his latest armful of Grammy awards back to the UK so his butler could have them installed in the west wing of mansion by the time he got home,” said a feature in The Guardian in 2016, intent on letting the cat out of the bag, but failing miserably. Needless to say, we don’t live in a just world and Peter Bruntnell is still having to get by without a butler. Rolling Stone once declared Peter Bruntnell to be, “one of England's best kept musical secrets”. England has successfully managed to keep Peter Bruntnell a secret for all this time, even from itself. “Maybe this will be the album to finally give him the worldwide superstar recognition he deserves!”, enthused every other Peter Bruntnell album review from the last 20+ years, with an admirably unwavering optimism. “If we lived in a just world, Peter Bruntnell would by now be in the middle of his third or fourth global arena tour, his biggest worry working out how to courier his latest armful of Grammy awards back to the UK so his butler could have them installed in the west wing of mansion by the time he got home,” said a feature in The Guardian in 2016, intent on letting the cat out of the bag, but failing miserably. Needless to say, we don’t live in a just world and Peter Bruntnell is still having to get by without a butler. Not even 2021’s primarily solo, slightly synthy lockdown album Journey To The Sun succeeded in putting an end to Peter's non-success, despite Mojo echoing the plea that, “Somehow, some way, this cult and infinitely class songwriter must get his due wider recognition”. The Scottish Daily Express with its 5 star review, slightly frustrated, said, or perhaps yelled, “I’m getting tired of saying this: He’s brilliant”. The Irish Times thoughtfully combined two quotes into one, saving us the trouble of going back and getting crushed under the sheer weight of Peter’s archive of press quotes: “With Journey To The Sun, the man whose songs NME once noted should be placed on school curriculums has done it again.” And he continues to do so. Peter’s forthcoming new album, Houdini And The Sucker Punch will do little to dispel this fantasy of world domination, but it remains unlikely to become in any way a reality. He will remain the secret singer-songwriter, lauded by the likes of Rumer, Son Volt/Uncle Tupelo's Jay Farrar, Kathleen Edwards, Richmond Fontaine/The Delines' Willy Vlautin, Kurt Wagner of Lampchop and various members of R.E.M.

Bronwynne Brent, the soulful singer-songwriter from Mississippi, is set to captivate audiences with an intimate concert. Known for her haunting voice and poignant lyrics, Brent's music weaves together elements of folk, blues, and Americana, creating a sound that is both timeless and deeply evocative. Bronwynne Brent's latest album, "Undercover," has received critical acclaim, showcasing her ability to craft songs that resonate with raw emotion and authenticity. Her performances are a journey through the human experience, with each song telling a unique story that touches the heart. Fans can expect to hear favourites from her previous albums as well as new material that highlights her growth as an artist. Don’t miss the chance to experience an evening of heartfelt music with one of today’s most compelling singer-songwriters.

Fresh from a sell-out show at Oran Mor, we are delighted to welcome the absolutely brilliant Mellow Party to 50rpm for what promises to be something very special. We operate a no talking policy when the acts are performing. If you can't manage that, don't buy a ticket Please note our venue is located upstairs and has no lift, so is unsuitable for those in a wheelchair and may be unsuitablke for those with walking difficulties Mellow Party are a lowlander alternative folk band. They have influences as varied as Flatt and Scruggs, The Mighty Boosh, Robert Burns, The Proclaimers, Simon and Garfunkel and the Humble Bums. If It Gets You Where Youre Going was BBC Radio Scotland single of the week. Follow up single Stand In The Moment released Fri 3rd May 2024 led to the band being artist of the week with The Scotsman/ Scotland on Sunday and Number 1 in the Itunes Singer Songwriter chart.Go On Yourself a collaboration with Dumfries Community Choir reached Number 42 in the official UK single charts in June 2024 and was single of the week on BBC Radio Scotland. Colonel John McMustard is the frontman of genre hopping ultimate festival band and Celtic Connections regulars Colonel Mustard and The Dijon 5. Colin Hunter is an Ayrshire born and bred singer songwriter with heartfelt emotive lyrics. Colin casts a light on every corner of his heart and soul with blisteringly honest lyricism.

50rpm is a not-for-profit music community based in Coatbridge, Scotland, set up to bring live music to the town. Grassroots music venues like ours are the very lifeblood of the industry. They are the foundatios that the future of the live music industry is built upon. The likes of Live nation / Ticketmaster don't develope acts. They don't encourage the future generations. They profit form our dedication and put nothing back. Over the years we have invested in buying the best equipment we can afford so that both the acts and audiences get the best sound but as our equipment ages and needs repaired, we find ourselves unable to afford to replace and repair it. This fundraising night is to hopefully allow us to be able to do this and secure the future of 50rpm. Performing at the fundraiser is local legend JJ Gilmour (formerly of The Silencers), the fantastic Ewan MacFarlane (Grim Northern Social / Apollo 440) & the outstanding songwriter & poet Sulidae. We will be announcing more acts over the next few weeks. Some people have let us know that they are unable to attend but would like to support us so we have set up a Go Fund Me page where all donations will be gratefully received: link here

We are delighted to welcome the wonderful punk icon Edward Tudor-Pole to 50rpm for a night of music & stories Please note we have a no talking policy when the acts are performing. If you can't manage to show the acts and your fellow gig goers the proper respect, don't buy a ticket Ed Tudor Pole will be best known to many as the frontman of the band Tenpole Tudor, and hits like 'The Swords of a Thousand Men', or maybe as the host of the popular Channel 4 show The Crystal Maze, or perhaps for his many movie appearances, but however you know Ed, he has a story to tell about them all. Briefly a member of the Sex Pistols, Ed has had a fascinating and colourful life and a varied, unpredictable career. He appeared in the Pistols film 'The Great Rock n Roll Swindle' before fronting Tenpole Tudor. But before all that, Ed attended RADA, which stood him in good stead when he moved away from being in front of the mic, to in front of the camera, appearing in film like 'Sid & Nancy' and 'Absolute Beginners'. When Channel 4 axed The Crystal Maze, Ed returned to his first love of music & gigging. March 2025 sees the release of Ed's memoirs, 'The Pen Is Mightier', which details an extraordinary career and life, this is both fascinating and extremely funny. This very special one man show sees Ed perform hits from Tenpole Tudor along with songs that he loves and have influenced him, interspersed with stories from his life & career and a chance to ask Ed some questions. We can't wait for this very special intimate evening with a true punk rock icon.

It is a welcome return to the fantastic Rob Wheeler after his sold-out show with us last year. Joining Rob to open for him is our old friend and virtuoso guitarist Ben Hughes (Hughzy). Please note we operate a no talking policy when acts are performing. If you can't manage this don't buy a tickets. Be a considerate gig goer and respect the artist and your fellow audience members Raised by a loving single mum, in a small North West town in the UK, Rob discovered music was a way of escaping the bullies and troubles that came with being the poor kid in a council house - playing Hank, Cash, Eagles & Beatles on his cheap guitar on the outhouse roof, overlooking the asbestos garages and uniformed blue doors of his neighbourhood, romanticising a life on the road like his heroes. In 2012 Rob's life changed forever. A medical diagnosis, leaving him as a self described Nowhere Man, led to depression, addiction and ultimately a breakdown. I got help, and I learned to help myself, and I realised that life and music are gifts, so I poured my heart and soul into those instead of self destruction. A small legacy from his Grandfather gave him the opportunity to record and release his critically acclaimed debut album, which led to global publishing and label deals. Next would be Nashville; Tennessee, where Rob's reputation for songwriting, collaboration and hard work preceded him. Four months in The City Of Music, working with Jeff Trott, Steve Dorff & Frank Liddell amongst many others, resulted in the new record Leave Tomorrow; a true unification of UK and American country music. My heroes sang about cowboys and horses, desperados and drifters; but I write and sing about what I see and what I feel. And you know what, I believe that's the root of all great country music no matter where youre from - sharing your true feelings in a song, so that somebody listening is just a little less lonely. "There are household names that wish they were as good as him" - Neil McCormick - The Daily Telegraph "A strong sense of melody meets old fashioned song craft" - Paul Sexton - The Bob Harris Country Show "Endearing humility, virtuoso guitar and passionate gritty vocals" - Georgette Brookes - Build Our Own Nashville Tenderness, tragedy and bags of talent" - Chris Baxter - BBC Radio Ben Hughes better known by his stage moniker Hughzy (pronounced Hew-zee) is a name that resonates throughout the music scene. Hailing from the celebrated city of Liverpool, UK, a place renowned for its rich musical heritage and The Beatles fame, Ben is widely regarded as one of the most gifted guitarists of his generation. His international touring experience with artists like Mel C, Albert Lee, RFM and Fleetwood Mac, Hughzy's unparalleled musical prowess has taken him from the studio to the world stage, leaving an indelible mark wherever he goes. He is the director of Cherry Up Projects, an artist development program in the UK; the host of his music podcast, More In The Moni; and a TEDx speaker. Please note our venue is located upstairs and has no lift so is not suitable for those using wheelchairs and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

A nomad, both geographically and musically, songwriter Ross Wilson aka Blue Rose Code writes straight from – and to – the heart. His songs address universal themes of love, loss, travel, home, accepting the past and embracing the future in a deeply personal way. They are variously painted with the vibrant colours of folk, Americana, jazz, country, soul, pop and, increasingly, celtic traditions; an eclecticism that has seen him compared to John Martyn, Van Morrison and Tom Waits amongst