Pitchfork Social - The Langan Band

For nearly 15 years, The Langan Band—John Langan, Alastair Caplin, and Dave Tunstall—have forged a lawlessly virtuosic sound, tearing through genre boundaries with wild energy, emotional depth, and sheer musical joy.

Initially united by a shared love of traditional music, the trio quickly found common ground in reshaping and reimagining folk forms into bold, genre-defying compositions. Early recognition came with the prestigious Danny Kyle Award at Glasgow’s Celtic Connections Festival.

Ayrshire-born John Langan fronts the band with fiery guitar, sharp vocals, and a custom foot percussion rig. To his right, violinist Alastair Caplin blends classical training with the ferocity of Hebridean reels and prog-jazz improvisation. Stage left, Angus-born Dave Tunstall anchors the sound with double bass, crafting eerie soundscapes and thunderous textures. Together, their razor-tight three-part harmonies elevate the experience into a euphoric, orchestral frenzy.

Drawing from Scottish trad, Eastern European gypsy, prog-jazz, and American old-time, The Langan Band’s sound resists definition—but it’s utterly irresistible. Their music is as intimate as it is explosive, rooted in tradition yet always reaching into the unknown.

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Food & Drink Offerings
Make your evening even better with delicious local food and drink!

• Southend Sausage – Pre-order charcuterie boards

• Woodshed Provisions – Pre-order full dinners
  
  You'll be given the links to pre-order your food on the payment confirmation page :) 
  
  Also available on site at the show: 
  Mavericks Ice Cream + Coffee and Salt Spring Kitchen Co. – Snacks and beverages (no pre-order needed)