We are delighted to welcome Irvine Welsh for an instore Q&A followed by signing in support of his new album and book Men In Love (released 25th July 2025) at Assai Records Glasgow, on Friday 25th July 2025, at 5pm.
CD + 1 Priority Entry 5pm £15
2 x CD + 2 Priority Entry 5pm £30
Trainspotting Edition Solid Orange Colour Vinyl LP + 1 Priority Entry 5pm £29
Hardback Book ‘Men In Love’ + 1 Priority Entry 5pm £20
“Men in Love is a collaborative concept album by Irvine Welsh and The Sci-Fi Soul Orchestra, exploring the complexities of love, relationships, and the human condition. The album blends classic Motown and disco influences with contemporary electronic dance production, creating a unique and powerful sound that is both nostalgic and fresh.
From soaring anthems to intimate ballads, Men in Love takes the listener on a journey through the highs and lows of romance, celebrating the power of connection, vulnerability, and the enduring search for love in a chaotic world.
The album will be released concurrently with Welsh’s new novel, also titled Men in Love. The book is a sequel to Welsh’s seminal work, Trainspotting, and continues the story of Renton, Sick Boy, Spud, Begbie, and other beloved characters. The album serves as a sonic companion to the novel, with its themes, lyrics, and musical atmosphere reflecting the experience and inner turmoil of its characters. The album also introduces The Sci-Fi Soul Orchestra, a unique musical entity with their own unique music releases in the pipeline”.
