Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration
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Scottish singer-songwriter Gary Stewart and his six-piece band bring their faithful rendition of Paul Simon’s *Graceland* to The Cluny in Newcastle on Friday 21 August 2026. The evening, marking the album’s 40th anniversary, recreates the buoyant fusion of African rhythms, pop hooks and storytelling that defined the original 1986 release. Stewart’s ensemble, formed a decade ago for a festival performance, has since built a reputation across UK venues for capturing the album’s celebratory energy and intricate arrangements. The show begins at 6.30pm and tickets are available via the venue’s website.
The evening will recreate the buoyant fusion of African rhythms, pop hooks and storytelling that defined the original 1986 release of Paul Simon's Graceland. Gary Stewart's six-piece band has built a reputation across UK venues for capturing the album's celebratory energy and intricate arrangements.
Gary Stewart is the Scottish singer-songwriter performing at this event. He formed his ensemble a decade ago for a festival performance and has since honed their rendition of Graceland.
The show begins at 6.30pm. Tickets are available via the venue's website.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
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Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration takes place on Friday, 21 August 2026 at 19:30.
Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration is held at The Cluny in Newcastle upon Tyne (36 Lime Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ).
Gary Stewart is performing at Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration.
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Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration
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There is more than one artist with this name, including: 1) an American country musician who was one of the first so-called "outlaw" country performers of the 1970s (died 2003); 2) a Scottish singer-songwriter; 1) Gary Stewart (May 28, 1944 – December 16, 2003) was an American country musician known for his drinking songs, was one of the first so-called "outlaw" country performers of the 1970s. A singer, songwriter, guitarist and pianist, he was born in the Letcher County, Kentucky town of Jenkins, the son of a coal miner.
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Scottish singer-songwriter Gary Stewart and his six-piece band bring their faithful rendition of Paul Simon’s *Graceland* to The Cluny in Newcastle on Friday 21 August 2026. The evening, marking the album’s 40th anniversary, recreates the buoyant fusion of African rhythms, pop hooks and storytelling that defined the original 1986 release. Stewart’s ensemble, formed a decade ago for a festival performance, has since built a reputation across UK venues for capturing the album’s celebratory energy and intricate arrangements. The show begins at 6.30pm and tickets are available via the venue’s website.
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The evening will recreate the buoyant fusion of African rhythms, pop hooks and storytelling that defined the original 1986 release of Paul Simon's Graceland. Gary Stewart's six-piece band has built a reputation across UK venues for capturing the album's celebratory energy and intricate arrangements.
Gary Stewart is the Scottish singer-songwriter performing at this event. He formed his ensemble a decade ago for a festival performance and has since honed their rendition of Graceland.
The show begins at 6.30pm. Tickets are available via the venue's website.
Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
The Cluny36 Lime Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ
Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne
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When is Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration?
Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration takes place on Friday, 21 August 2026 at 19:30.
Where is Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration taking place?
Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration is held at The Cluny in Newcastle upon Tyne (36 Lime Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 2PQ).
Who is performing at Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration?
Gary Stewart is performing at Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration.
How do I get tickets for Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration?
Tickets for Gary Stewart Presents Graceland: A 40th Anniversary Celebration can be booked via Ticketmaster using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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