Padded Cell @ Optimo, Sub Club, Glasgow, 22 Jun

Like Kelvingrove Park and the Barras, Optimo has become something of a Glasgow institution. Having run for over ten years, Padded Cell’s appearance is a very special one for the eclectic club night, because band member Dennis Young is behind the Liquid Liquid track that gave the night its name, and will be performing with Padded Cell to bang out frenzied beats and explosive rhythms. The acclaimed percussionist has been active for over twenty years, working with the legendary Liquid Liquid, on his own, and with acts such as Padded Cell, whose minimal space-disco funk is perfect for the Subby. Young has said it was an “honour” to play at Optimo before and describes the club as “amazing,” so be sure to get yourself down there. [Scott Ramage]