Texas will headline Edinburgh Hogmanay for the first time in close to 20 years, as they become the first act ever to do so three times.

The group have just played two sold-out shows at the Hydro in Glasgow, and have sold more than 40 million records worldwide and will bring in 2025 at the Concert in the Gardens.

Known for hits such as 'Halo', 'I Don't Want a Lover' and 'Say What You Want', the group will perform beneath the spectacular backdrop of Edinburgh Castle amidst one of the world’s greatest New Year firework displays.

It will be Texas' third time headlining the event, but the first time they've done so since 2005.

 

Texas frontwoman Sharleen Spiteri said: “We can’t wait to play here for a third time. So get on your glad rags and let’s party for the New Year.”

They'll be joined by Musselburgh-born Callum Beattie in a special guest slot, who will play three shows at Glasgow's Barrowlands in December before bringing in the New Year in the capital.

Beattie said: “In just a few years I’ve gone from selling 30 tickets, to sold out shows including three sold out Barrowlands and two sold out Usher Halls, but being asked to play the Concert in the Gardens at Hogmanay is without a doubt the greatest highlight of my career so far, and to be doing it with Sharleen and the guys just makes it even sweeter. I can’t believe it!” 

The event will be hosted by comedian Susie McCabe, winner of 2024’s Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award.

City of Edinburgh Council Culture and Communities Convener Val Walker said: "The capital’s Hogmanay celebration is not only an Edinburgh tradition - it’s world renowned. 

"It will be wonderful to welcome back the iconic Texas performing a career-spanning set. With Edinburgh’s own Callum Beattie joining them as a special guest, I’m delighted that this year's Concert in the Gardens has such a strong Scottish line up. It promises to be a fantastic party to welcome 2025, where gig-goers will have unequalled views of midnight fireworks over Edinburgh Castle. 

“Edinburgh will continue to be THE place to welcome in the new year and I look forward to the full Hogmanay programme being unveiled.” 

Directors of Unique Assembly who create and produce Edinburgh’s Hogmanay on behalf of the City of Edinburgh Council said: "We are thrilled to welcome Texas back to headline Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, 25 years after their very first appearance at the festival.  

“Plus, with the addition of Edinburgh's own Callum Beattie, it's fantastic to have a stellar Scottish line-up for the very last show of 2024 and the first of 2025.  

“With a hit-packed show from Texas and the world-famous Midnight Moment from Edinburgh Castle, the Concert in the Gardens will kick-start 2025 with a bang, and give party-goers from around the world the perfect start to the year.” 

Also on December 31, the world-famous Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party will welcome 45,000 reveller sto the city centre and Princes Street, to party their way into 2025.

Organisers promise "a feast of live music, DJs, international street theatre, thrilling funfair rides, along with delicious food and drink, creating a carnival atmosphere throughout the city centre for one massive outdoor party".

Tickets are on-sale now, with full programme details to be announced in the coming weeks. 

Concert in the Gardens with Texas and special guest Callum Beattie, takes place on Tuesday 31 December 2024 in West Princes Street Gardens, from 9pm to 12.50am.  Tickets go on general release Friday 20 September at 10.00am and can be bought here.