Glasgow Open Stage / Open Mic
Open Mic events can be found in Glasgow more or less every night of the week.
The events are free and with a bit of luck you are certain to encounter some talented performers. The Open Mic sessions tend to be organised by some very committed artists, who themselves contribute to the entertainment. Names that spring to mind include Mike Clark, Crawford Smith and Chris Rodger and fair play to the venues that are creating opportunities for new acts to showcase their material.
The approach is very straightforward, you just turn up at the venue, let the organiser/promoter know that you would like to perform and you will be added to the list of acts for that evening. It's simple!
Open Mic Nights Glasgow West End
The Liquid Ship
171 Great Western Road, Glasgow G4 9AW (Nr St Geroge;'s Cross
The Open Mic sessions, Acousdeck, are run by Graeme Bickett and these take place Wednesday from 8 p.m.
Rio's Cafe
27 Hyndland Street, Partick, Glasgow West End
Mike Clarke is the enthusiastic organiser of this event, which takes place every Tuesday. Be prepared for anything: folk, pop, rock, classical guitar, and even political rap. Mike and his band Acoustic Butterfly usually perform a tune or two and the bass player and percussionists are also pretty adept at accompanying the performers. A great night in a very relaxed atmosphere. Free. Tuesdays from 8 p.m.
The Lansdowne Bar
Thursdays.(last Thursday every month).
7a Lansdowne Crescent, G20 6NQ.
" We've got some great prizes up for grabs including a £50 bar tab, a crate of beer and a bottle of wine! So make sure you bring along your friends, because whoever gets the biggest cheer wins the prizes!
You can just turn up or book your place by
email
SIMON PETER’S OPEN MIC NIGHT.
Do you want to be in a band, an ensemble or share your skills and talent or be entertained by those who do?
SECOND Friday of the month - 7.30 for 8.00 in St. Peter’s Hall, Chancellor St, Partick. Free and BYOB.
It won't be happening at all in April - Holiday Month and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
See the following link for further information: www.stpeterspartick.co.uk/Events/Events_3_open_mic_dec.html
After the New Year, this event will continue on the THIRD Friday of the month, every month !!!
The Halt Bar
Woodlands Road, Glasgow West End
Wednesday Open Mic Night
The Hidden Lane, Argyll Street.
Something for the poets
Groovy Tuesday Come-All-Ye
Tuesdays from 7.30 at the Hidden Lane Café Gallery
Poets Aidan Mceoin and Jim Ferguson present an eclectic evening of poetry and music - a collaborative fusion of words with rhythm and imagination. The friendliest and most entertaining bunch of poets I have ever encountered.
Info 0141 564 1353.
Bier Halle in Great Western Road
Come along and join Maria for a fantastic evening of entertainment. You may decide to be part of the audience but for anyone who wishes to share their talent whether it be music, poetry, comedy, juggling etc then there will be a reward granted for your co-operation!
Mondays
Bier Halle Republic, 372-374 Great Western Road, Glasgow G4 9HT
OranMor
Top of Byres Road, Glasgow West End
Not been along to this yet but heard good reports. Tuesday is the Open Mike Night at OranMor and Ross Clark makes everyone welcome. Only draw back is that it's postponed when there is a 'big show'.
Tuesdays from 8 p.m.
Other Open Mics in Glasgow
Other Open Mics that where you can be sure of a good night out include 'The Butterfly and Pig', Bath Street. Some class acts and you're also guaranteed an additional treat as you'll get to hear Iain Forbes, who organises the Open Mic Sessions, playing some classy guitar music.
CLUTHA BAR
Stockwell St
Katie's open mic nite
Mondays - 9pm
Southside Sessions
Linen 1906, 1110 Pollokshaws Road, Shawlands.
Crawford Smith is doing a fine job promoting music in Glasgow's Southside with these lively sessions.
Sundays from 8.30 p.m.
Laurie's Bar, King Street
Another regular attraction for Glasgow folk is Mondays Open Mic night with Bernadette Collier. At Lauries, you will receive a friendly welcome from owners Cy and Mary Laurie, and manageress Pat Murray.
Lauries houses The Acoustic Music Centre. This is Glasgows centre of live Traditional Folk music, World Music, Jazz, Jug, Country and Bluegrass - in the heart of old Glasgow,and part of the Merchant City.
Further information
Lebowskis Open Stage
1008 Argyle Street, Glasgow
The "world famous Lebowskis open stage" on Sundays from 9pm. Anybody can get up and have a go - they provide guitars as well as a drummer and bassist.
Sundays from 9 p.m.
Open Mic at The Box
431 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G2 3LG
Every Tuesday Craig and Louie host "the most exciting open-mic night in town". From 8pm onwards you can have the chance to showcase your music.
Acoustic guitars, capos etc etc... are all provided for you. Simply turn up, grab a pint, and put your name on the list.
We're dead easy to find here at BOX. Mere minutes from all major public transport locations.
e.g. Round the Corner from Charing Cross Station -- next door to nice and sleasy, opposite the ABC..
Lots more to come on this topic. If you have an Open Mic Night you want to promote or have reviewed any of the open stage acts then please email
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Open Mics - out of town
The Ettrick, Old Kilpatrick
"Welcome to the Ettrick Open Mic sessions, Starting on 22nd December 2008, everyone welcome. Acoustic guitar and digital piano with PA will be already set up. You dont need to be a musician, just pop down and chill - out and perhaps have a listen to some individuals who wish to sing or play with others. Even Jam along if the night ends up like that."
"This night will aim to help others who may fancy themselves as a singer or guitarist or both! even just to have a song and play something with another. There is also a digital piano set up for those who fancy a shot on the keys all in a controlled place with PA set up. We hope you can pass this around friends and family as they also may wish to take part or pop along for a drink in the famous Ettrick bar / lounge in Old Kilpatrick."
OPEN MIC SESSION: Brig o' Tay, Newport- on Tay, Fife.Completely unpretentious and friendly atmosphere with every description of sounds from talented locals and stars of the sorrounding areas, brought together every 2 weeks on a Thursday night from 8.30pm.
Dom Venditozzi aka Mondo Mimmo sings out as host and adds another string to his musical bow up in the North East where the scene is bursting with original players and old hands alike.
Come along and play or just enjoy a cosy night listening in the bar overlooking the ubiquitous silvery Tay.
For dates check:http://www.myspace.com/mondomimmo
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