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The SECC (Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre) is a major venue for music, shows and public events, with a capacity of over 10,000. Disabled access is also provided.
I have seen a lot of bands here live, biffy clyro, slipknot, mc fly, and all of them have been great. great sound and huge venue, atmosphere is electric!x
The largest music and entertainment venue in Glasgow, the SECC is found on the banks of the river Clyde. For years it has been hosting events ranging from music, to plays, conventions and more. There are several large halls inside and a few places to buy food and drink. Peronally on the times I have been there, it can be very expensive inside and it feels quite impersonal and soulless. There are plenty of transport options such as trains and buses as well as a large car park which make it easy to travel from and to. A venue that is very versatile.
A wide variety of events can take place here, from music concerts, gigs, functions and coventions. With easy access to transport and situated in the middle of Glasgow, there is no problem with getting to and from the convention centre. However, particularly as a musical 'hub', it in my opinion is subadequate. Last time I went to a gig at the SECC was a year ago and to my knowledge, nothing has changed.However, the sound is invariably echoey, and bands aren't given a good chance to perform and show the countless masses the main arena can hold how good their music is. In the past, there have been measures implimented to boycott the SECC as a musical function hall and in my opinion, that isn't without reason. However, it is perhaps Glasgow's biggest and best arena for other events, such as funtions and so on. As a musical venue however, steer clear.