Torridon Bring Highland Folk-Rock to Cluny 2
Scottish six-piece Torridon bring Highland bagpipes, anthemic folk-rock and songs from Polaroid to Cluny 2 on 13 November 2026.
The Torridon Newcastle gig brings the Scottish six-piece’s modern folk-rock sound to Cluny 2 on Friday 13 November 2026. The band combine the scale of rock and pop with Highland bagpipes and traditional instrumentation, creating music designed for a lively room rather than a quiet folk-club setting.
Scottish folk-rock at the Torridon Newcastle gig
Torridon have built their reputation around high-energy live performances and a sound that connects Highland tradition with contemporary songwriting. The six-piece place soaring Highland bagpipes alongside anthemic rock and pop arrangements. That combination gives their music an immediate festival-sized character while keeping the storytelling grounded in Scotland.
The Cluny date gives Newcastle audiences a chance to hear material from the band’s latest album, Polaroid. Its songs add a rawer and more reflective edge to a set that also includes established favourites. Among them is Highland Girl, a track that has passed one million streams and become an important part of Torridon’s growing profile.
Comparisons with Runrig and Big Country offer a useful starting point, particularly in the way traditional textures meet large melodic hooks. However, Torridon bring their own modern production and six-piece power to that lineage. The result can move from emotive storytelling into a full-band surge without losing the folk instruments at its centre.
Cluny 2 should make that contrast especially clear. Its compact layout keeps the performance close to the audience, while the band’s expansive arrangements promise something much bigger than the room might suggest. For listeners curious about contemporary Scottish folk-rock, the show offers a direct introduction through both the latest record and the songs that established the group.
Tickets and times
Doors open at 7:30pm. Advance tickets cost £20 plus fees, with student and concession tickets listed at £10 plus fees. The show is for ages 16 and over, and anyone under 18 must attend with an adult. Tickets are available through the venue’s official ticketing partner.
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Event details are correct at the time of publication. Please check the official ticket page before travelling.
