# Deacon Blue Celebrates 40 Years of Raintown | Glasgow News

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Published: 2026-09-13T12:20:47+00:00
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Deacon Blue is set to unleash a historic 40th anniversary celebration of their debut album Raintown with a front-to-back live performance at Glasgow’s OVO Hydro on October 29, 2027 — kicking off a 15-date UK and Ireland tour. The band, led by Ricky Ross, who never imagined the album would still resonate so powerfully four decades later, will recreate the magic of their 1987 breakthrough, packed with classics like “Dignity” and “Chocolate Girl,” before diving into their entire catalog for a unique, unforgettable show. Following the success of their latest chart-topping album, The Great Western Road, the tour stops include Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool, and London. Tickets go on sale September 18, 2026, at 9 AM via livenation.co.uk — don’t miss this milestone moment in music history. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/26546032.deacon-blue-play-raintown-full-glasgow-hydro/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2eaebf08b8a10681 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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