The legendary sound, spirit and attitude of the mighty AC/DC is alive and kicking!

An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self Confessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see. The show has already taken ‘Swiftie’ fans across the world by storm and features all of Taylor’s much loved hits including ; Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, I Knew You Were Trouble and many, many more.

Tony Law identifies as a Hominid. Homo Sapiens, Neanderthal, Indo-European horse tribesman, an Englishman, a Canadian, a norn iron man and a Trinidadian and a Tobagonian. A dog, a dog owner, owned by a dog, a surrealist, an absurdist and an artist who is comedy of person. A parent a thrower a catcher a reader and a farmer. His 16th show is turning out to be his best yet. For connoisseurs of comedy who have seen it all and are funny in their own bones. Top drawer Tony. Comedians comedian comedian for the comedy nerd seeking Dadaist nirvosis nirvana blap. 16+

Rachel Fairburn is back with seven deadly characters. We'd say Rachel can't wait to see you there, but she's not technically in the show (the devil might be…). Co-host of International smash-hit podcast All Killa No Filla and as seen on Live at the Apollo (BBC Two), Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled (Dave), Richard Osman's House of Games (BBC Two) and Russell Howard Hour Life Lesson (Sky).

Formed through a mutual love of 80’s goth and alternative rock music, Sanctum Santorium are a live 6-piece band that faithfully recreate classic hits by artists such as The Cult, Killing Joke, Sisters of Mercy, Siouxsie & The Banshees, The Cure, Bauhaus and more.

Approved by all members of the Sex Pistols, the 'Sex Pistols Exposé' are the worlds number 1 tribute which brings high expectancy where ever they perform, Branding the well known clobber with Johnny Rotten's snarling persona and Sid Vicious's gimmick, It will bring back the highly loved spirit of 77'. With 2000+ shows between them all, 15 years plus experience and having played all over the world like USA, Brazil, Japan, Australia and all across Europe including the famous 100 club & Longhorn Ballroom, The fans will get the chance to experience what all the excitement was about. Occasionally used for TV and film work the contentious quartet will be heard belting out classics like Pretty Vacant, God Save The Queen, Holidays In The Sun and Anarchy In The UK and a few extra's. With a plethora of witty stage banter and raw energy the Sex Pistols Exposé will have any crowd cheering for more!

A brand new 2 day celebration of Goth music and culture taking place between The Hive Nightclub and The Banshee Labyrinth, featuring 15 bands, DJ's, Horror Cinema, Goth Market and Burlesque!

The Queen of Psychedelic Prog and her superb band are back out on the road! Picking up where they left off when they were rudely interrupted by a certain pandemic, they'll be touring the UK in September and October playing songs from her 2019 self-titled album, some choice Purson cuts and a selection of material from the upcoming second solo album.

Edinburgh Punk legends Threats return with a classic line up consisting of Jim Threat, Gogsy Threat, Dave Threat and Rik Threat! An evening of punk rock in Scotland's capital that shouldn't be missed as Threats grace The Hive stage with their signature raw punk "n" roll frenzy. With a line up that see's Jim and Dave return to the band for the first time in well over 15 years, they join Threats lifer Gogsy and long time Drummer Rik once again to tear it up! Support comes Dundee punk powerhouses The Eddies.

Green Day Tribute - Dookie Live At The Hive, Edinburgh. Dookie Are The Uks Longest Standing Tribute To Green Day. Having Formed More Than 15 Years Ago Playing Countless Shows And Events In The Uk And Europe.. Playing Hits From Every Decade Of Green Days Domination Of Punk Rock From Christie Road, Basket Case, 86 To 21Guns Be Sure Not To Miss Out On A Celebration Of One Of The Most Iconic And Much Loved Rock Bands.

Sally-Anne Hayward Sally has never felt more comfortable in her own skin. Especially now it’s that bit looser. This award-winning comedian tells tales of juggling lovers, dodging societal expectations and thriving without kids. Ageing isn’t a crisis – it’s an upgrade. ‘You’ll struggle not to laugh’ British Comedy Guide. ‘Hilarious’ Chortle. ‘Exceptionally funny’ The Independent. 'Her falsely sweet persona is hilarious' The Scotsman. UK and international tour support for Sarah Millican. Winner: Best MC Comic’s Comic Award. ARIA Nominee for Best Radio Comedy 2024. As heard on Radio 4. \*\*\*\*Skinny \*\*\*\*Threeweeks Co-host of Spit Or Swallow Podcast. @SallyAnneComedy. Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Chambers Touring Ltd In 2004, Eric Rushton was cast in his primary school Nativity. Despite absolutely smashing it, he immediately retired from being a child actor. Now he's found the correct antidepressants to give showbusiness another go. Winner: Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award. Winner: Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year. 'Constantly surprising, laugh out loud funny' (Harry Hill). 'Great comic presence, disarming silliness, an oddball charm, and a brilliant, unexpected turn of phrase' (Bill Bailey). 'He's a master craftsman, with an arsenal of great one-liners' (Scotsman). \*\*\*\* (Skinny). \*\*\*\* (BeyondTheJoke.co.uk). \*\*\*\* (TheArtsDesk.com). \*\*\*\* (Fest). \*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Johnny White Really-Really Writing blurbs isn't easy. In fact, it's something I struggle with. To the extent that often years later, after the show is all but completely forgotten, I'll still experience flashes of reproach over what I put. It's never harmed the show, mind you. And it's only a blurb. But it's only the sky, it's only the endless black ocean etc. You know what I'm getting at, right? I'm sure I don’t need to spell it out. None

Eleanor Conway Eleanor Conway is a multi award-winning comedian with over 200 million views and 330k followers for her relatable takes on sex, dating and being a childfree badass. You may recognise her from The Guardian, Woman’s Hour, Sunday Times, Guilty Feminist Podcast and BBC 4 Extra. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing

Off The Kerb Productions Elliot Steel returns to the Fringe with his signature dark humour and cutting wit to make sense of a world that’s most likely already destroyed itself because Trump antagonised China with a meme since writing this blurb back in March. Gaining millions of views online from his refreshing and funny takes, spend an hour with one of the UK’s best and most original stand ups, as he takes on the alt-right pipeline which will in the future be used as evidence against him in a Tesla concentration camp. \*\*\*\* (List) 'Superb and brutally honest' \*\*\*\* (Fest). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Carl Donnelly The two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee (as seen on Mock The Week, Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central and more) returns with a brutally funny dive into a year like no other. From his own hospitalisation, to the harrowing experience of his young daughter’s hospital stay battling a serious illness. Throw in some curated morning drinking and in his uniquely effortless style, you’ve got an unmissable hour of stand-up. 'His comic warmth could fill the Sydney Opera House' (Chortle.co.uk). 'Masterful stand-up with the lightest of touches' (Comedy.co.uk). Strong language/swearing Age category: 14+

Berk's Nest Following multiple sell-out runs and a UK tour, Celya AB (Live At The Apollo, Off Menu, Melbourne Comedy Festival, Just For Laughs) is working on her brand new show. ‘One of the most gifted joke writers of our age' \*\*\*\* (Chortle.co.uk). ‘She has claimed her crown and her mastery over the stand up art form’ \*\*\*\*\* (PepperAndSalt.uk). ‘Her quips are slick, her one-liners razor sharp, and her caustic wit and pithy anecdotes dazzle the mind’ \*\*\*\* (Entertainment-Now.com). 'A comic shooting to fame' \*\*\*\* (List). \*\*\*\* (Scotsman). Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Morgan Rees Off the back of his sell-out international tour in 2024, Welsh queer comedian/internet sensation Morgan Rees is working on his new show delving into his pursuit of a Autism diagnosis, the seemingly ever growing intersection with the Queer community, tracing the symptoms back via a reluctant and revealingly eccentric family, discovering how entwined it's been with his anger and empathy and diet, and answer to: how does it affect your life? Also jokes jokes jokes promise. None Age category: 16+

Country Mile Productions Critically acclaimed, Oscar-nominated comedian Jena Friedman makes her long-awaited return to the Fringe with a timely and deeply personal exploration of grief, motherhood and the current political moment. It’s also a great excuse for this American to exercise free speech while she still has the chance. As seen on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Conan. Writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. ‘Some of the darkest – and sharpest – political gags at the Fringe’ \*\*\*\* (Telegraph). 'Unflinching, thought-provoking and fearless' \*\*\*\* (Joe.co.uk). ‘Provocative and very funny’ (Guardian). \*\*\*\*\* (BroadwayBaby.com). \*\*\*\* (Times). \*\*\*\* (Herald). Contains distressing or potentially triggering themes Age category: 16+

Ed Night in association with PBJ Management Multi award nominated Ed Night has cooked up another scorching stand-up hour. Won't you come in and have a taste? As seen and heard on Comedy Central and BBC Radio 4. Rolling Stone's 12 Stand Out Shows Of Edinburgh Fringe 2024. The i Paper's Shows Not To Miss In 2025. Audience participation, Strong language/swearing Age category: 16+

Zara Gladman Ageing millennial Zara Gladman and her alter-egos – including everyone’s favourite Glasgow West end mum Aileen – take centre stage for a worthy cause: to raise funds for Aileen’s son’s gap year. Expect silliness, song and a healthy dose of drama in this debut Fringe hour from one of the UK’s most-talked about comics. 'Joyful, perfectly observed and frankly iconic' (Josie Long). 'Comedy that’s built to last' (Herald). The Telegraph's Top 5 Young Sketch Comedians to Watch. Funny Women and Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award finalist. None Age category: 16+

From catchy rock’n’roll high-energy rock songs to shamanic psychedelia, a Dirty Sound Magnet show represents an amazing experience for any music lov

ABAS is the experimental music project of Irish duo Patrick Blaney and Dara Tohill. The band have been labelled as progressive postrock that draws from their influences of 90's shoegaze posthardcore and Neoclassical. Following the release of their debut EP in 2017 the band began were able to attract attention of the experimental music scene supporting genre-defining heavyweights Tera Melos and And So I Watch You From Afar. The band toured relentlessly across Europe from 2018-2019, often for months at a time, even once resulting in the hospitalization of a band member. The extensive tours included more high-profile shows including, an appearance at Bergmal Festival 2019 in Zürich, Post In Paris 2019 and Colossal in Copenhagen 2021. The 2020 bombastic self-titled, released with Moment of Collapse, draws from everything from emo, to math-rock, to hardcore punk, and even black metal and is now available on all streaming platforms. Since then ABAS have been busy with a recent adoption from the Pelagic family and currently working away on their second album.