Retro Music in Glasgow

Retro music is enjoying a bit of a renaissance in Glasgow. More bars and clubs are choosing to play retro music instead of your standard pop tunes, which is brilliant if you're bored of hearing the same Calvin Harris tune every time you're out. The majority of these retro music bars are keeping it authentic by playing vinyl only - no fancy laptops or cables here. Have a look at some great bars playing retro music in Glasgow, where 70s disco dance moves are all optional. 

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Buff Club

The Buff Club has established itself as one of the leading retro music venues in Glasgow, attracting all kinds of people to their soul and vintage disco club nights. The laid-back vibe at this Bath Lane club makes it the perfect place to chill out with your friends and get your dance on to their old school offerings. 

Blackfriars

Every Friday at Blackfriars is all about retro music. From swing, rockabilly, 50s and 60s pop, soul, funk (phew, what a list), Blackfriars' basement becomes a little haven of old school music. Entry is free before midnight too, so there's no excuse not to check it out. A fun (and free!) retro music night in Glasgow. 

The Flying Duck

The Flying Duck have a bit of a penchant for retro music, but if you're serious about your old school tunes, head to their monthly event, Singles Night. No, it's not a speed dating event or anything like that, it's all about celebrating the 7" vinyl single. Expect some old rock, pop and hip-hop tunes, all played off a record player. A quirky retro music night in Glasgow.