Tom Urie is one of the most exciting Scottish singers around today. Having risen to fame playing the musician Big Bob in BBC Scotland’s soap opera River City, Tom has come to carve out a successful career in the public eye. Since then, his musical abilities have seen him find equal popularity outside of television broadcasting, treating audiences across the United Kingdom to an unforgettable show. Tom took his first steps into the limelight through his feature on the sketch show Chewin’ the Fat, which also starred the likes of Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan.
Popular with television viewers, Tom would go on to feature in several other shows, including Snoddy and Still Game. A likeable character, he also made a triumphant return to sketch comedy, featuring in the infamous Karen Dunbar Show. In 2010, Tom would embark on his biggest television appearance yet, playing River City’s Bob O’ Hara for four years. Most recently, Tom also featured in one of the most high-profile films of 2017, playing the role of Big Bear in T2: Trainspotting. Over the course of his acting career, Tom was able to develop his incredible musical abilities further.
Utilising his powerful singing voice, he was soon picked up by Scottish record label The Music Kitchen. His eponymous debut album was released in 2011 and was well received by British audiences. Featuring songs such as Good Year for The Roses, Blackbird, Sweet Home Alabama, Dream A Little Dream, You Are So Beautiful, Angels, Bye Bye Baby and I Want To Know What Love Is, the album saw Tom put an exciting twist on many of our best-loved classics.
In doing so, Tom had begun to establish himself as a one of the country’s favourite solo artists. Portraying an enviable stage presence and magnificent musical abilities, Tom’s musical pedigree also includes supporting the likes of Welsh icon Tom Jones, Celtic rock group Runrig and electronic music artist Mylo. At his best on the music stage, Tom is without a doubt an exciting act to feature at any event. Impressing audiences wherever he goes, his wonderful singing voice has continued to win him fans among discerning music enthusiasts. As such, he is the performer of choice for all those looking to captivate their audience.
