Kate Bollinger Tour Launches with Scala Gig in London

American indie favorite Kate Bollinger brings her much-anticipated European run to the UK tonight, opening at London’s iconic Scala. Announced via her Instagram handle @keetiebee, the singer-songwriter wrote, “Playing in London tonightttttt! @ Scala.” Fans have been snapping up tickets for this intimate show, which follows a sold-out Dublin date earlier this week.

From Dublin To London

Bollinger touched down in Dublin on May 20, playing The Workmans Club alongside opener Oisin Mod. In an earlier Instagram post, she thanked the Irish crowd and cracked a smile over a new vocabulary lesson: “learned a new word: plectrum 🗣️.” That energetic set laid the groundwork for an enthusiastic reception in the English capital.

Uk Showcase

After tonight’s Scala performance, the tour moves on to several key UK cities:
• May 23: Brighton – Patterns
• May 24: Bristol – Dot to Dot Festival
• May 25: Nottingham – Dot to Dot Festival
• May 27: Leeds – Brudenell Social Club
• May 28: Manchester – YES

Fans in Brighton, Leeds, Manchester and Nottingham will also get a taste of support from fellow indie artists Danava Gavan­s­ki and John Myrtle, who join Bollinger for those dates. According to Bollinger’s May 21 post, @danagavanski & @john__myrtle will be on the bill in London, Brighton, Leeds and Manchester, ensuring each night has its own unique flavor.

Festival Circuit

Once Bollinger wraps up the UK leg, she heads to mainland Europe, starting with Germany and winding through Spain:
• May 30: Mannheim – Maifeld Derby Festival
• June 1: Berlin – Frannz Club
• June 2: Cologne – Gebaude 9
• June 3: Paris – Le Badaboum
• June 5: Barcelona – Primavera Sound Festival

The Mannheim appearance at Maifeld Derby places Bollinger among an eclectic lineup of emerging and established acts, while the Primavera Sound slot in Barcelona cements her status on the festival circuit. On Instagram, she tagged @katenvy as a tour mate for Berlin, Cologne and Paris, highlighting a collaborative spirit for the continental dates.

Tickets And Lineup

Tickets remain available at katebollinger.com/#tour for select dates, though sold-out markers are already appearing for the UK shows. Support artists differ by region, with Oisin Mod opening Dublin, Danava Gavan­s­ki and John Myrtle covering the English nights, and Kate NV providing extra stage magic in German and French venues.

Bollinger’s set list spans tracks from her self-released albums and EPs, blending lo-fi folk with experimental pop. Recent crowd favorites include “Lonely & Sweet Devil” and “To Your Own Devices,” both showcased on her latest tour visuals, with collages and hand-drawn posters by artists such as Parker @gooddognigel.

Bollinger’s tour announcement reflects her DIY ethos—hand-lettered posters, direct fan engagement and a rotating cast of openers. As she told her followers in early April, “Tour starts next month… come on!!! ⭐,” building anticipation for what’s now underway.

With a fresh set of European shows lined up and festival appearances locked in, Kate Bollinger’s spring tour is positioning her as a must-see act in the indie scene. Whether it’s an intimate club show or a sprawling festival stage, her nuanced songwriting and warm vocals promise memorable nights across the continent.

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