What's On! Guide

The Kilmarnock Edition Friday night featuring:      KASSIDY.       EL DOG.        SUSPIRE.       MECHANICAL SMILE

Kassidy - mark the arrival of a major new talent in British music. Their debut LP, Hope St, is an exciting & vivid aural montage that is touched with beauty, optimism and despair. The band originally formed as an occasional acoustic collective, four close friends with diverse musical interests who were involved in various bands and projects in their native Glasgow.

El Dog - A Glasgow-based four-piece with a prodigious imagination equalled only by their musicianship, they formed in 2003 at Glasgow`s legendary Nice & Sleazy open mic night. The band released their second album "Hey Werewolves" on the 10th of November.

Suspire - an indie/alternative rock 'n' roll trio from Glasgow. Their latest single, Salvation Sister - produced by Echo and The Bunnymen guitarist, Gordy Goudie won an award for 'best alternative/indie recording of the year' at the SNMAs.

Mechanical Smile  - are two guys and two girls from Ayrshire, combining rock, pop and grunge to create a melodic and pulsating sound that will blow you away!   Tickets £9.

The Dirty Edition will be held over three days and split across Dirty Martinis and Bakers Nite Club Kilmarnock, bringing you more than 18 great acts. It will play host to some internationally renowned acts along with some of the brightest talent to emerge from Scotlands diverse music scene. Headline acts include Ocean Colour Scene and Paul Weller guitarist Steve Cradock, Orange Unsigned winner Tommy Reilly and local musical legends The Longhorns. The bill also includes hot tips for 2012 The Imagineers, Tragic O'hara and Jamie Keenan of The Lafontaines.

Dirty Martini's will host the Friday and Saturday giving an up close and intimate feel to proceedings, the Sunday is being held at Bakers Nite Club with an aftershow party featuring Northern Soul DJ's and a set from Steve Cradock himself.

FRI - The Longhorns  - Roadway -  Dirty Angel -  The Empathy -  The Mighty Kung Fu  -  More TBA 

Tickets £6             

The Kilmarnock Edition Saturday night featuring:

THE VIEW.    WOODEN BOX WITH A FISTFUL OF FIVERS.   WHAT THE HEROES SAY.     SONIC TEMPLARS.

The View - One of the most exciting young rock bands in a generation. Kyle Falconer on vocals and rhythm guitar, Kieren Webster on bass, Peter Reilly on lead guitar and Steve Morrison on drums got together and recorded an EP with a local label. On the strength of this success they went on to sign with James Endeacott's 1965 label through Columbia.

Woodenbox With A Fistful of Fivers - Hailing from various parts of Scotland, and now based in Glasgow, Woodenbox' thrilling "folk-blues with a mariachi twist", has seen them garner a reputation as one of Scotland's most compelling live acts.

What the Heroes Say -  Formed in the summer of 2008 the band have gone from strength to strength performing their increasingly impressive live sets to audiences up and down the UK and headlining their first ever gig at the legendary King Tuts in Glasgow. The band have also recently supported Irish rockers ASH at the ABC in Glasgow.

Sonic Templars - Sonic Templars have only been together for a short period of time, but that has not stopped them amassing a large and loyal following "Sonic Templars are one of the best bands I`ve ever had on my show, their live performance is incredible! Catchy songs with meaningful lyrics and perfect harmonies. They are my tip for 2011". Sammy B, live and unleashed Radio show host.      Tickets: £12

The Dirty Edition second night featuring:

Tommy Reilly  - The Imagineers -  Rose Parade -  Matt Scott -  Jamie Keenan  -  Colin Hunter  - Scott Nicol  - The Holy Ghosts

Tickets £7         

Sunday Jazz with the New Orleans Joymakers.

Enjoy a swinging afternoon of traditional jazz.

The Dirty Edition final night featuring:

Steve Cradock -   What The Heroes Say -   Dead Wolf Clu   -   Tragic O Hara  -  Greame's Minky Tiger

Plus surprise appearance!!

Tickets £17   

Loudoun Musical Society and The Palace present an evening of entertainment to add sparkle to a dull February night. Escapefor couple of hours into a magical world of music, dance & some madcap antics.

Tickets £10

Living Heart Live.

Two stages, eight acts, one night. Living Heart Live, billed as a mini Celtic Connections

The Waves, Spartan Tartan and Dr Mango and the Chickpeas will star on the main stage. While a smaller acoustic stage will be set up in an adjoining room with Fionn Corbett, Rev Johnny Gator, Homesick Aldo, The Buskin Sharks, and Alan and Kenny Eaglesham.

There's something for everyone with buffet, cloakroom and licensed bar all available.

Tickets: £12 from Ayrshire Post office, Ayr Guitar, Crumbs and Su Casa.

For more information call 07795023671

Live music by Ayrshire's finest bands.

Charity Night in aid of Clic Sargent.

The evening will feature Abbamania who are widely regarded as one of the UK's and Europe's premier ABBA Tribute Bands.

Their sensational live shows have taken them all over the world to great acclaim. The band will take you on a musical journey through the fabulous catalogue of the greatest hits of ABBA, Dancing Queen, Mama Mia, Super Trouper, Money Money Money, Take a Chance on Me, Gimme Gimme Gimme to name a few.

Don't miss this Tribute to one of the world's greatest bands-ABBA!

Advance tickets £5 available from the Eagle Tavern

Come and enjoy some of the world`s favourite songs including Nessun Dorma, O Sole Mio, Time to Say Goodbye, the Pearl Fisher`s Duet, You Raise Me Up, Volare, Can`t Take My Eyes Off You, songs from their new album and many, many more.

Using talents honed in their previous solo careers in the opera, theatre and recording worlds, Tenors Un Limited – 'The Rat Pack of Opera' set out to bring their own unique blend of wit, charm and vocal arrangements - along with original compositions - to the classical crossover genre. Scott, Paul and Jem have performed alongside such notables as Sting, Hayley Westenra, Lionel Ritchie, Simply Red, The Opera Babes, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra...just to name a few.

This is an evening not to miss…

Tickets £16, £14.50 conc, £50 family 4

Glasgow's Soul Band - Counselled Out - recently celebrated their 21st anniversary with commemorative concerts at The Ferry, Glasgow and the Grand Hall, Kilmarnock.

The 10-piece retro soul/blues band, featuring male and female vocals and a horn section, make a rare appearance at the intimate setting of the HAC. Guaranteed to sell out – book early!

Tickets: £10/£8 concession

The UK's number 1 Glee tribute show. See the gang perform all your favourite songs from the hit TV show 'Glee' live on stage. With a west-end cast sure to blow your mind with dazzling costumes, amazing choreography and stunning vocals this show is not to be missed

"The Gleeks Club" features the massive Don't Stop Believing, Halo/Walking On Sunshine, Bad Romance, Bust Your Windows, Vogue, Proud Mary, Somebody To Love and many more, so there really is something for everyone! Suitable for adults and children alike, don`t forget your dancing shoes!!

Tickets: £14/£12

Sunday Jazz with the New Orleans Joymakers.

Enjoy a swinging afternoon of traditional jazz.

Rogers & Hammerstein classic musical which had its first international production premiered at the Palace Theatre in London in May of 1961 now comes to the Palace Theatre in Kilmarnock.

1930`s Austria, a young woman named Maria is failing miserably in her attempts to become a nun. When the Navy captain Georg Von Trapp writes to the convent asking for a governess that can handle his seven mischievous children, Maria is given the job & then the real story of how love can conquer all unfolds.

KAOS will bring to life the hit songs including Climb Every Mountain, Edleweiss and Do-Re-Mi. Don't miss this wonderful musical.

Tickets from £15

Acclaimed duo Benny Gallagher and Graham Lyle join Jim Symon to chat about their incredible and remarkable careers and lives.

Over the years - Jim - a Clyde 2 and Westsound AM presenter, has enjoyed conversations with James Taylor, Art Garfunkel, Phil Collins and Lionel Richie to name a few. The chance to speak to Benny and Graham in front of a live audience is going to be that little bit extra special.

This one-off exclusive evening, will provide a remarkable insight into this great Scottish pairing. As well as stimulating conversation, Benny and Graham will be performing some of their timeless classics.

Join us for a very special and intimate evening with our local stars

Tickets: £25

Live music by Ayrshire's finest bands.

The Train Wreckers created their own USSR (Unlimited Surfin' Swingin' Rock n country roll) musical genre. Their diverse style has won the band many fans. They have support a variety of acts such as Alvin Stardust to punk legends Stiff Little Fingers and headlined gigs throughout the UK.

Their songs are primarily from the 50s to the 70s – via some smoky cellar jazz and swing.

It was standing room only at the band's previous appearances at the hac, so book your tickets now!

Tickets: £8/£6 concession

Lena Martell has recorded over thirty albums, had her own BBC network TV show with twelve and a half million viewers, over a ten year period on Saturday nights.

Lena was British TV personality four consecutive years, has silver, gold and platinum discs, has played on Broadway, London's West End in musicals and a sell out season at The London Palladium where her box office matched Shirley MacLaine and Bette Middler. Lena was delighted as she admires both these entertainers.

Lena also played Las Vegas and has performed at most of the concerts halls around the world.

Tickets: £16, £14.50 conc

Presenting the rich, distinctive voice of Dominic Kirwan, truly one of the finest performers Ireland has ever produced.

Throughout 2012 Dominic will be touring the UK bringing his own dynamic, vibrant, performing style to theatres across the country in his brand new show.

Taking a refreshing new look at the finest Country, Pop and traditional Irish music, all of course complimented with his show stopping ballads. This is a show with something for music lovers of all ages.

Come and join Dominic and his fabulous band for an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment

Tickets £17.50. Ayr Town Hall Box Office. Tel 01292 269793

The Rhinestone cowboy himself Sydney Devine will be touring in the autumn of 2011, the first tour for over 10 years.

For fifty years Scottish country and western singer Sydney Devine has been entertaining audiences through television and on stage. Sydney has sold 15 million albums worldwide which many of today's pop stars would love to sell.

The show will feature great favourites like Maggie, Tiny Bubbles, The Answer to Everything and lot's lot's more. The one and only Sydney Devine sings the great old country standards in his inimitable fashion, Slide guitars, bluesy beat, and yodelling tones.

Tickets: £15.50, £14 conc

Live music by Ayrshire's finest bands.

Nostalgia just doesn`t come any better! Another sensational show from the producers of `Memory Lane`, 'Rolling back the Years', and 'A Timeless Collection'.

One of the biggest shows of its kind in the UK, taking you on a breathtaking musical journey from the good old days of Music Hall, through the 40`s, 50`s, 60`s, and finally into the some of the beautiful harmonies of the 1970`s. Beautifully costumed and choreographed for each decade, performed by `West End` and international vocalists, along with the stunning `Memory Lane` dancers.

Based on the original show from 2010, with a host of new songs and costumes.

Tickets: £12.50, £11.50 conc

Join award winning vocalist Colin Scougall as he takes you on a journey through iconic songs from the world of cinema. Who could forget the songs from the James Bond films or the tunes from Dirty Dancing, Sleepless in Seattle and Beaches. Colin will be celebrating 25 years in showbiz by singing unforgettable classic movie songs from his new cd.

A must for all fans of a good melody and song.

Tickets: £8/£6 concession

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This is the show that every Abba fan has been waiting for. This Spectacular show has sold out in over 18 different countries Worldwide and performed to millions of Abba Fans on both Stage and Television since 1995.

A fantastic live show containing the UK's finest musicians, stunning vocals and beautiful harmonies, a fabulous collection of lavish and authentic replica costumes and video projection throughout.

When it comes to recreating the sounds of Abba, 'Arrival' are unsurpassed. So come ready to Party and sing-a-long with all your favourites!

This show is not to be missed !!

Tickets: £16/£15 conc