Dylan John Thomas: Get to know the 'Fever' singer
He started out in the Glasgow care system
Last updated 23rd Nov 2023
New Scottish artist Dylan John Thomas has broken out into the world of music stardom, and has opened up with us about his musical journey from growing up in care in Glasgow, to being on stage at festivals such as TRNSMT - AND selling out gigs at Barrowland.
Dylan released his song ‘Yesterday Is Gone’ in June, and as well as performing several tour dates in November, has his debut album dropping soon! We caught up with Dylan to find out his story - with him being very open about growing up in the care system. From learning the guitar to close to sold-out tours and headlining TRNSMT 2024, get to know the 'Fever' singer...
Who is Dylan John Thomas?
Dylan is a Scottish singer, he explained how growing up he would play a lot of Tony Hawk on the PlayStation, which had a great soundtrack, prompting him to buy a guitar, and learn how to play it.
"We used to listen to the soundtrack (of Tony Hawk), which used to come on every five minutes, Johnny Cash 'Ring of Fire', Johnny Cash would always come on," he explained.
"That was one of the main reasons I got a guitar, it was the first tune I learned when I got a guitar, and then through that, the influences kind of developed like Johnny Cash, The Beatles, Dire Straits..."
He went on to explain how he then moved to busking and going to a jam night. Now, Dylan has already performed at festivals such as TRNSMT, and will be taking to the stage at Belladrum Tartan Heart, Leeds Festival and Reading Festival this year.
Is he playing at TRNSMT 2024?
He sure is! The first acts for Glasgow Green's TRNSMT Festival 2024 were revealed on Tuesday 21st November 2023, revealing that Dylan John Thomas will be playing, as well as other names such as Liam Gallagher, Gerry Cinnamon and Calvin Harris.
Dylan will be performing on the Saturday (13th July), with artists such as the Courteeners, Rick Astley and Cian Ducrot also performing on that day.
When is Dylan John Thomas' album out?
Dylan has finished recording his album, and after revealing the cover art he announced that it will be with us on 26th January 2024. Announcing the news on 14th September 2023, Dylan wrote: ' The debut album will be out on January 26th. Feels mental writing this. Been some buzz recording it down in Liverpool over the last year. From writing tunes in my bedroom growing up and busking in Glesga, the dream was to record an album and tour it around the country. Cheers for making that happen
'New single ‘Rich Boy’ also out today. Looking forward to you hearing the rest of the tunes.
'Album out January. Pre-order @ link in bio'. (sic)
His album was recorded in Parr Street, Liverpool, and the singer revealed what it was like recording it, saying: "It's funny, you see all the platinum albums, like Justin Bieber... I'm like 'Wow man, this is nuts!'"
When is Dylan John Thomas on tour?
Dylan performed multiple tour dates in November 2023. After his two Glasgow dates sold out he then announced a third at Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow. The shows then became a three-night sell out run.
He has also added a date in Edinburgh on the 24th November at the O2 Academy.
You can hear songs by Dylan John Thomas on Northsound 1.
Take a look at tours to look forward to in 2023 and beyond:
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Hilary Duff
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Jason Derulo
Jason will be performing several dates across the UK and Ireland in January and February 2026. The singer is expected to perform some of his biggest hits from the last 15 years.
James Arthur
One to look forward to next year in 2026 - In celebration of his sixth studio album 'Pisces', James Arthur is going on a huge tour in February 2026! Starting in Nottingham at Motorpoint Arena on Tuesday 3rd February, the singer will then travel across the UK ending at Manchester's Co-Op Live on Saturday 21st February.
Fatboy Slim
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Kesha
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Leigh-Anne
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Alex Warren
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Louis Tomlinson
Following the release of his first new music in three years, 'Lemonade', and the announcement of his third solo album 'How Did I Get Here?', Louis Tomlinson has now announced he will be going on a World Tour in 2026. The singer will perform seven dates across the UK and Ireland in April and May 2026.
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Example has announced he will be going on tour in May 2026. The singer is known for his hits 'Kickstarts', 'Won't Got Quietly' and 'Changed the Way You Kiss Me'. He will be performing five dates across England in May 2026.
'Clubland Arena Tour 2026'
'Clubland Arena Tour 2026' has been announced featuring Cascada, Ian Van Dahl, Cascada and Darren Styles. Taking place across two weekends in May, the events will take place in Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle and Aberdeen with a new show in Leeds.
Doja Cat
Doja Cat has announced UK dates for 'Tour Ma Vie World Tour', which will see her performing across the country in May 2026. The 'Say So' singer will start her tour in Glasgow on Thursday 21st May 2026, followed by dates in Manchester and Birmingham, ending her run in London at the O2 Arena on Friday 29th May.
Sister Sisters - 'The Kiki Continues'
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James Arthur - Summer dates 2026
James Arthur has announced two dates for Summer 2026. The singer will play in Scarborough and Halifax in July at outdoor venues. He told his fans they would be 'very special shows'.
Lewis Capaldi - Summer dates 2026
In September 2025, just a few days after he started his autumn tour, Lewis announced lots of summer 2026 dates! He then added to these dates after they sold out very quickly. He will tour the UK and Ireland in June, July and August.
Pitbull
Pitbull has been announced as the headline act for several gigs next summer. After the success of his 'Party After Dark Tour' in 2025, he will be returning to the UK for gigs in London, Leeds, Glasgow and Belfast as part of a larger tour including dates in Ireland.
The gigs take place across June and July 2026.
Ariana Grande
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Westlife
After much excitement and teasing, the band revealed they will be playing across the UK in September and October 2026, as part of their 'Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour'. The band will start their UK leg in Aberdeen on Tuesday 29th September, before performing across the UK, ending with FIVE dates in Belfast (previously announced).
Hits Radio Live 2026
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