03/07/2025
CALLING ALL MUSICIANS - FIFE HEAT IN NEW CONTEST
Greene King Untapped is being launched - a nationwide search for unsigned local bands and solo artists ready to showcase their talent in their hometown pub.
Heats will be taking place across the country including Fife.
Greene King Pubs invites unsigned local talent to take to the stage this summer as part of a nationwide music competition that celebrates grassroots musicians.
Aspiring musicians in Scotland will compete for the chance to win a headline slot at the Pub in the Park 2026 festival, along with a Β£10,000 cash prize and a recording session at a top studio.
To get there, entrants will perform at open-mic nights and pub garden showcases held across venues up and down the country, with successful acts progressing to regional heats.
The competition, which is sponsored by Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola, is open to solo artists, bands, duos and anyone with a passion for playing live music.
Musicians can enter to perform by registering online, and will perform at either:
β’ Cairns Bar (Glasgow)
β’ The Maltman (Glasgow)
β’ Quo Vadis (Glasgow)
β’ The Smiddy Inn (Cumbernauld)
β’ The Old Brewery (Alloa)
β’ The Compass (Dalgety Bay)
β’ City Walls (Stirling)
β’ The Old Post Office Bar (Linlithgow)
The winner of the competition will receive:
β’ A performance on stage at Pub in the Park 2026
β’ A live-to-vinyl recording session at the world-famous Metropolis Studios in London sponsored by Jack Danielβs & Coca-Cola
β’ Β£10,000 to invest in their music career - be it new equipment, gigs or tour expenses
Key Dates for Scotland:
β’ Entry deadline: 31 July 2025
β’ First round live performance at local Greene King pubs: Friday 8 August 2025
β’ Second round of regional heats across nine Greene King pubs: Thursday 21 - Monday 25 August
β’ National live final: Saturday 13 September 2025
Zoe Bowley, Managing Director of Greene King pubs, said: βPubs have always been the cornerstone of raw musical talent, where legends are born with a pint in hand and a mic on stage. Greene King Untapped is our way of championing grassroots artists who bring the noise and the heart to their communities. This is about making live music accessible and easy to enjoy - because nothing beats a great night out at your local.β