King Tuts started back in 1990 and has had growing success ever since. Host to a wide variety of music from mainstream to unsigned acts and the lively atmosphere it exhumes, this has led the venue to be named BBC Radio 1's "UK's best live venue" for three years in a row.
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| The stairs up to the main hall showcase the array of artists who have performed here over the years |
On first arrival at the venue, it seems nothing more than a small pub with friendly bar staff and the smell of tasty (cheap) food. However, once you get past that first room, ticket in hand and up the stairs, you can really see where the magic is. For a venue, you can't get more up close and personal than here. No matter where you stand, the stage is unlikely to be more than 20 metres from you and this provides not only viewing satisfaction, but great acoustics to the room.
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| Hometown Heroes, 'Biffy Clyro' perform at King Tut's Wah Wah Hut in 2005 |
Fully equipped with a bar a couple feet away, a gig at King Tuts is bound to be a memorable night.
The small venue has helped many bands on their way to success. One of the more notable stories tells of how Oasis were signed by Alan McGee after seeing them play at King Tut's.
I've seen two bands play the King Tut's venue, first was in the pub down stairs. My friends Dad's band, The John McIain Band, were making their first Glasgow appearance (based in Perth) and I'd say King Tut's isn't a bad place to start. You can find them here.
Secondly was another band originally from Perth. The boys of Poor Things are friends of mine so I was immensely happy for them when I got to see them perform on the main stage at King Tuts Wah Wah Hut.
To learn more about the venue, it's histories and upcoming events, visit the website below.
