- Address 244 Gallowgate, Glasgow, G4 0TT
- Web http://www.glasgow-barrowland.com
- Email Tom.Joyes@glasgow-barrowland.com
- Phone 0141 552 4601
- Genres hosted Folk, Pop, Rock
- Venue Capacity 300-350
- Title Reheasal Space
- Space Capacity 320
- Professional or Amateur Performers Both
- Available for public hire? Yes
Barrowlands was originally built as a ballroom – and still hosts the occasional tea-dance – but has made its name as a major concert venue. Although small by comparison with many of city’s venues, it is a particular favourite of many noted acts including R.E.M., Björk, David Bowie, Alice Cooper, Elvis Costello, Eminem, Bob Dylan, Oasis, Scissor Sisters, Justin Timberlake and U2. It has also traditionally offered a platform for the finest local talent including Primal Scream, Travis and Franz Ferdinand. It was voted second best small venue in Europe, and in a poll of bands by BBC Radio 1 – the best venue in the United Kingdom.
