Hot dub Time Machine returns for only UK appearance at Edinburgh Hogmanay
Hot Dub Time Machine returns to Edinburgh’s Hogmanay for the first time in a decade to headline this year’s Night Afore Disco Party.
Article Source: Edinburgh’s Hogmanay
Last Updated: 27 September 2024 17:00
Organisers of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay today announced that global smash-hit and time-travelling DJ sensation Hot Dub Time Machine returns to Edinburgh’s Hogmanay for the first time in a decade to headline this year’s Night Afore Disco Party beneath the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, marking the Australian DJ’s only UK appearance in 2024.
The Edinburgh Fringe sensation will bring his famous ‘dance through the decades’ audio-visual party to West Princes Street Gardens on Monday 30 December, joined by very special guests The Cuban Brothers and Edinburgh funk trio High Fade – sign up for pre-sale access via www.edinburghshogmanay.com.
Since launching in 2011, Hot Dub Time Machine has become a global phenomenon with sell-out shows and festival appearances everywhere from T in the Park to Coachella. The self-proclaimed ‘best. party. ever’ and world’s first time-travelling DJ returns to Edinburgh with a show packed full of non-stop bangers from 1962 to 2024, making it the perfect party night out.
DJ Tom Lowndes, Hot Dub Time Machine said:, “Edinburgh! I’m coming back for Hogmanay! I’ve always wanted to play on the bandstand, and to do it around Hogmanay, ON MY BIRTHDAY, is a dream come true. And this time, it’s 100% BANGERS! Can't wait to see you guys!”
Hot Dub Time Machine will be joined on the Night Afore by legendary music and comedy act The Cuban Brothers, who have played alongside the likes of Prince, Fatboy Slim and more. Having marked their 25th anniversary in 2023, the trio are renowned worldwide for their party-starting skills, funk-fuelled music and hilarious skits and stories.
The Cuban Brothers said:, “Yes international friends and beautiful Edina residents alike, it is very exciting to be performing back in the capital city for Hogmanay for the first time in a decade. The festive energy and good vibes are off the scale in Auld Reekie and we are bringing the full Cubano A-Team DJ Kengo San, Domenico and Big Miguelito for a show of Caledonian/Latin fun and action like never witnessed before … literally can’t wait….let's go!!"
Plus, Edinburgh’s own High Fade will kickstart the party with their inimitable brand of razor-sharp funk and disco, with their debut album set to be released 20 November, having honed their energetic live shows on a UK-wide tour.
High Fade said:, “From busking on the Mound to playing the Night Afore Party in our home city means the world to us, we can’t wait to play with some of our favourites and put on the show Edinburgh deserves.”
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay is Hot Dub Time Machine’s only UK appearance for 2024, as DJ Tom Lowndes returns to the festival after a previous sold-out appearance at the Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party in 2014.
City of Edinburgh Council Culture and Communities Convener Val Walker said: “Hot Dub Time Machine is always the best party in town and what better way to get ready for a brand new year by dancing your way through all the hits of years gone by.
"The Night Afore Disco Party in Princes Street Gardens has been a fantastic addition to the Edinburgh Hogmanay line up in recent years, and with the addition of The Cuban Brothers and High Fade - it will certainly be one to remember. This promises to be a spectacular night of genre melting music and I’d advise getting in early for tickets to avoid disappointment.
“Edinburgh's Hogmanay is a special time for the city and I'm really proud that we’re able to offer such an exciting and eclectic programme for our residents and visitors. Attracting top artists like these is testament to the pull that Edinburgh’s Hogmanay commands and I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone working behind the scenes to make these celebrations possible.”
Tickets for the Night Afore Disco Party with Hot Dub Time Machine are on-sale from www.edinburghshogmanay.com from 10am, Friday 4th October priced from £30.00 plus booking fees. Revellers who register at edinburghshogmanay.com will get early access to tickets from a pre-sale which opens at 10am, Wednesday 2 October.
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay cheer will spread across Scotland’s capital for expanded celebrations catering to all ages this year, running from 29 December to New Year’s Day, following a huge win for the event at Visit Scotland's Scottish Thistle Awards this week. 2023's Edinburgh's Hogmanay 30th anniversary celebrations picked up 'Outstanding Cultural Event or Festival' at the country's national tourism awards, ahead of what is set to be another exceptional year at the Home of Hogmanay.
Following the Night Afore, Edinburgh’s Hogmanay Street Party on 31 December will welcome 5,000 more attendees this year, with 45,000 revellers set to ring in the New Year in the city centre, enjoying a carnival atmosphere featuring funfair rides, street theatre and delicious food and drink. Texas and special guest Callum Beattie will entertain music fans at Concert in the Gardens as the world counts down to the event’s Midnight Moment, featuring a firework display set to be seen around the world with the magnificent Edinburgh Castle as its backdrop.
Plus, on New Year’s Day itself, the return of the First Footin’ culture trail and Sprogmanay will see the very first music gigs of 2025 in a packed programme of free music and events, set to expand to new venues outwith the city centre for the first time.
Concert in the Gardens and Street Party tickets are on sale now, with more details of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay full programme set to be released in the next few weeks.
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay 2024/25 is supported by Principal Funding Partners City of Edinburgh Council and Major Partners the Scottish Government’s Festivals EXPO Fund and Essential Edinburgh, all working together to create spectacular Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations for Scotland.
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