Massive Nights

12/10/2026

Hot on the heels of their hugely successful Edinburgh gig with The Bored Teenagers a few weeks ago, we’re thrilled to announce that TV Smith (The Adverts) & Billy Liar will be returning to Bannermans, continuing what has become a regular fixture at the start of each year over the last few years. Do not miss it!!! 🔥 ❤️

Tickets: https://tickets-scotland.com/whats-on/tv-smith-the-adverts 👋

HEADLINER: TV SMITH
Legendary frontman of The Adverts, one of the original 1976/77 UK punk bands, and one of the finest songwriters to emerge from the first wave of punk, TV Smith has never stopped evolving. Decades into an uncompromising career, he’s still touring relentlessly, still writing incredible songs, and still proving that punk never had an expiry date.

This isn’t nostalgia. This is a living, breathing punk legend, bringing The Adverts’ classic songs to life in a completely, captivating and enthralling show, alongside the outstanding solo material that has made TV Smith one of punk’s most respected and enduring artists.

As Henry Rollins puts it:
“A huge inspiration... the best songwriter of the ‘76/‘77 punk generation.”

SPECIAL GUEST: BILLY LIAR
Edinburgh’s own - but rarely seen on home turf - Billy Liar has built an international reputation through relentless touring and unforgettable performances. Signed to Pirates Press Records, his songs are packed with honesty, melody and punk rock spirit.

As Tim Armstrong of Rancid says:
“Billy Liar is one of my favourite songwriters. Powerful and honest.”

This is going to be a very special gig so grab your tickets now! Tickets Scotland

23/1 - Edinburgh @ Bannermans

26/09/2026

🚨 THIS SUNDAY!!!! 🚨 PUNK ROCK HISTORY RETURNS TO BANNERMANS!

Massive Nights Collective proudly presents a truly special night of punk rock history, live at Bannermans – one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll bars and live venues in the world.

Last tickets: https://tickets-scotland.com/whats-on/tv-smith-the-bored-teenagers-replay-the-adverts

HEADLINER: TV SMITH & THE BORED TEENAGERS
Legendary frontman of The Adverts, one of the original 1976/77 UK punk bands, and one of the finest songwriters to emerge from the first wave of punk, TV Smith has never stopped evolving. Decades into an uncompromising career, he’s still touring relentlessly, still writing incredible songs, and still proving that punk never had an expiry date.
This isn’t nostalgia. This is a living, breathing punk legend, backed by The Bored Teenagers, bringing The Adverts’ classic songs to life alongside the outstanding solo material that has made TV Smith one of punk’s most respected and enduring artists.
As Henry Rollins puts it:
“A huge inspiration... the best songwriter of the ‘76/‘77 punk generation.”

SPECIAL GUEST: BILLY LIAR
Edinburgh’s own - but rarely seen on home turf - Billy Liar has built an international reputation through relentless touring and unforgettable performances. Signed to Pirates Press Records, his songs are packed with honesty, melody and punk rock spirit.
As Tim Armstrong of Rancid says:
“Billy Liar is one of my favourite songwriters. Powerful and honest.”

PLUS: SHOCK & AWE
Edinburgh punk legends Shock & Awe open the night in style, with whispers of a brand-new record making its debut... and with it being almost Bobby Awe’s birthday, expect the celebrations to start early. It’s going to be one hell of a party.

This is more than just another gig - it’s a chance to witness one of punk’s true greats with his full band, celebrate some of Scotland’s finest punk talent, and pack out the legendary Bannermans for a night to remember.

Don’t miss it. See you down the front. 🔥

01/06/2026

TV Smith & The Bored Teenagers - Live at Bannermans, Edinburgh

📍 Bannermans Bar, Edinburgh
📅 September 27

Tickets: https://tickets-scotland.com//artists.html?event_method=viewevent&event_id=975d3efa-26c2-11f1-ae70-060035c00d11

This September 27th, punk rock royalty comes to Edinburgh. TV Smith - lead singer, songwriter, and driving force behind legendary first-wave UK punk band The Adverts - brings The Bored Teenagers to the world-famous Bannermans Bar. With a career spanning nearly five decades, TV has continued to write, record, and tour relentlessly since the late 1970s, earning his place as one of punk’s most enduring and respected voices. 🔥

Expect classics from The Adverts alongside favourites from TV’s extensive solo catalogue, performed by a band dedicated to keeping these songs alive and louder than ever. 🔥

Opening the night is Scotland’s own Billy Liar, who has been a frequent collaborator and friend of TV for many years, whose touring schedule has taken him around the world. With acclaimed releases on Pirates Press Records and Red Scare Industries, Billy has built a reputation as one of the finest songwriters in contemporary punk rock - even earning praise from Rancid’s Tim Armstrong, who called him “one of my favourite songwriters.” 🔥

A rare chance to catch a genuine punk legend in an intimate venue, supported by one of Scotland’s best. Tickets on sale now @ Tickets Scotland🤘

21/01/2026

🔥 RARE EDINBURGH SHOW 🔥
Massive Nights proudly present TV SMITH - frontman of punk legends The Adverts and a true innovator with an incredible solo career spanning from the ’70s to now.

Joined by Scotland’s own hard-touring hero Billy Liar (Pirates Press Records) - friend, comrade, and perfect opener.

🎟️ Tickets selling fast via Tickets Scotland. Don’t sleep on this one.

https://tickets-scotland.com/tvsm9

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TV Smith + Billy Liar at Bannermans Bar, Edinburgh on the Friday 23rd January 2026

10/01/2025

Stoked to be welcoming The Drowns back to Edinburgh at Bannermans Bar on Saturday 13th September!! 🔥🔥

Supports to be announced. Tickets on sale now via Tickets Scotland!

https://tickets-scotland.com/t4757

22/08/2024

Punk legend TV Smith (The Adverts) triumphantly returns to Edinburgh in January 2025 with support from Edinburgh’s own Billy Liar (Pirates Press Records).

Tickets on sale now!!! 🔥

https://tickets-scotland.com/tvsm9

12/07/2024

Excited to welcome Mercy Union & Tim Hause to Edinburgh Bannermans Bar this October. Tickets on sale now!!

https://tickets-scotland.com/mer91