The Top 10 moments of TRNSMT you might have missed

For many festival-goers it is all about the headline stars: catching some of the biggest names in the industry together in one place while enjoying some choice refreshments is a pleasing prospect to all, no doubt.

Indeed, the Main Stage offered so much and perhaps few were happy to station themselves for the duration.

However, there was plenty of spectacle to be had at The King Tut’s Stage and the River Stage – where some of the best performances of the weekend were to be had. The line-ups here showcased the biggest up-and-coming names in Scotland, as well as the UK.

The Weekender would argue some of the best moments that took place here over those three days and would invite TRNSMT 2022 attendees to check in next year.
 

TOP MOMENTS OF TRNSMT
 

Shambolics – Love Collides (King Tut’s Stage, Friday)

If you were going to kick off the King Tut’s Stage then this Fife five-piece are as good a shout as any.

They took the Friday by the scruff of the neck and laid down a marker for those to follow.

Their setlist was varied and well-crafted, but the highlight must surely have been the performance of Love Collides.

Special mention to drummer Jake Bain – a dynamic driving force behind the band. The man was on point throughout the set.
 

VLURE – Euphoria (River Stage, Friday)

This was a definite contender for moment of the weekend – an aching release for all in the crowd.

VLURE are making up for lost time and reviews of their previous festival appearances this summer all allude to a massive stage presence.

Expectations were high and, without a doubt, they met them. Especially with set-closer Euphoria.

A memory to savour for both the band and the crowd. A sure sign of things to come.
 

Spyres – Fake ID (River Stage, Saturday)

Kicking off their set in simmering form, this four-piece are well on their way to bigger things.

There is no better way to win over a crowd than to blast out with an early hit.

With some massive festival appearances under their belt this summer, they will only grow in confidence. The next steps will be massive.

Retro Video Club – Cloud Nine (King Tut’s Stage, Saturday)

Definitely high on the list for set of the weekend, Cloud Nine maybe just edges the rest out as the standout tune.

Added to the bill the day before performing, Retro Video Club were as able a substitute as you could ask for.

Cloud Nine has all the hallmarks of a more chilled-out festival anthem, with just a little bit of edge.

Some buzz for a “ballad” as well.
 

Dylan John Thomas – Wake Up Ma (King Tut’s Stage, Saturday)

A natural-born songwriter, Dylan John Thomas is on the cusp of a major breakthrough.

His tunes are known for having some more upbeat qualities, but Wake Up Ma was a much more sombre affair.

Clearly a personal tale for the young singer, he performed the track on his own and kept the crowd engrossed throughout.

The track is to appear on his upcoming EP, released later this year.
 

Declan Welsh & The Decadent West – Times (King Tut’s Stage, Saturday)

In the words of the man himself, a perfect track to finish their storming King Tut’s set.

The energy was high and the crowd would’ve stayed for another ten tracks. A set to rival any over the weekend.

And just when it didn’t seem possible to take it up a notch – they did. No Fun, Parisian Friends, Absurd and Talking To Myself were all performed at such a high. And, yet, there was another gig.

Times is well worth the BBC being there for filming on its own.

Lucia & The Best Boys – Perfectly Untrue (River Stage, Saturday)

A stunning performance to round off an incredible set – not much more you can ask for.

Headlining the River Stage is a statement of where this band are at the moment, but their set is a reminder that they have what it takes to step up.

Perfectly Untrue demonstrates their maturity as songwriters. The cowboy hat serves as a reminder to have a bit of fun on stage when they can.
 

Tamzene – Best of Me (King Tut’s Stage, Sunday)

The Cromarty singer was first on The Weekender’s TRNSMT preview list for a reason.

Her sheer talent is a joy to behold – any line-up is bolstered by her presence.

While her TRNSMT set was impressive from start to finish, there will always be something a bit special about Best of Me.

New music incoming from Tamzene – keep an eye out.
 

Daytime TV – Ugly (River Stage, Sunday)

Another late addition to the line-up, and a welcome one at that, Daytime TV brought some much-needed driving rock to the occasion.

A few tracks certainly caught the ear, but the performance of Ugly was top-drawer.

The track punctuated a set that was laden with driving tunes, perfect for a festival.

swim school – anyway (River Stage, Sunday)

A festival set from swim school was always going to be special – and, so, it was.

Their EP has already propelled the Edinburgh band to new heights with four impressive singles paving the way.

The pick of the bunch at TRNSMT was, surely, anyway – despite a few other worthy mentions.

A few headliner gigs in the near future and ones not to miss.