Arab Strap Tickets

The Scottish indie rock duo, Arab Strap are renowned for their raw and unfiltered sound that captures the complexities of human emotions. Consisting of Aidan Moffat and Malcolm Middleton, their music delves into the darker corners of life with poetic lyricism and a distinctive mix of folk, post-rock, and electronic elements.

Known for their intimate and confessional style, Arab Strap's music has been described as "a visceral emotional experience" by NME, while The Guardian praised their ability to "navigate the murkier waters of the human psyche."

With a discography that spans decades, Arab Strap remains a seminal force in the alternative music scene.

Exclusive KOKO ticket holder offer

Cafe KOKO, the newest extension of our historic music venue, offers day-to-night dining making it the perfect spot for your pre or post show food and drinks. For an exclusive ticket-holder offer, show your valid ticket on the day of the event for 10% off your bill (10% off is not valid with any other offers).

Tucked behind the iconic KOKO music venue, we are a lively tap bar and eatery, reminiscent of laidback Italian trattoria culture. With weekly live music, DJs, Cafe KOKO offers an incredible selection of sharing plates, salads, and mains, alongside wood-fired pizzas topped with winning combinations and decadent desserts.

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Thu: 12pm - 1am
Fri: 12pm - 2am
Sat: 12pm - 3am

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“It's about hopelessness and darkness,” says Aidan Moffat. “But in a fun way.” The Arab Strap frontman is speaking about the band’s 7th studio album and their first since 2005’s The Last Romance.

The pioneering Falkirk duo of Moffat and Malcolm Middleton called it a day in 2006 but got back together 10 years later to perform a series of acclaimed and sold out shows. “We really enjoyed doing those gigs,” recalls Middleton. “So it made sense to try writing together again”.

Prior to splitting up the band released a string of acclaimed releases spanning albums such as Philophobia, The Red Thread and Monday At The Hug and Pint, several EPs and that most difficult of tasks: a genuinely stunning live album via Mad for Sadness.

Arab Strap started out as an intimate project with home-recorded tapes shared between friends, but after the unexpected success of their inimitable debut single ‘The First Big Weekend’ they quickly found themselves, along with pals Mogwai, as some of the most exciting and cherished music coming out of Scotland. The band’s first gig was recorded live for John Peel, who became an early devotee. The band went from indie record label Chemikal Underground onto the major label Go! Beat and then back again to Chemikal, touring the world and funnelling life’s experiences into a unique concoction of music that explored beauty, sadness, intoxicants, sex, love, and death all rolled into one.