Shirley Manson reunites with Angelfish for a charity concert in Edinburgh, featuring a powerful cover of "I Wanna Be Adored" and supporting Palestinian child...
- January 31, 2026
AceShowbiz - Shirley Manson of Garbage reunited with Angelfish for a memorable charity performance in Edinburgh last night. The event, held on January 30, 2026, featured a remarkable cover of The Stone Roses’ iconic track “I Wanna Be Adored.”
This performance marked a significant moment as Angelfish reformed for their first show in ten years, with all proceeds dedicated to humanitarian aid charities supporting Palestinian children. The concert took place at the Liquid Room, a venue that has hosted the band three times since their breakup in 1995.
During the show, Angelfish delivered a setlist that included fan favorites such as “Dogs in a Cage,” “Suffocate Me,” “The Sun Won’t Shine,” “Heartbreak to Hate,” “Mummy Can’t Drive,” “Tomorrow Forever,” and “Trash It.” They also performed several covers, showcasing their diverse influences by taking on The Filthy Tongues’ “Nae Tongues” and Goodbye Mr. Mackenzie’s “The End.”
The announcement that Goodbye Mr. Mackenzie would open for Garbage during their summer concert in Edinburgh added a nostalgic layer to the evening, as Shirley Manson contributed keys and vocals to the side project.
Fans took to social media to express their excitement about the reunion and the charitable cause. One fan captured the moment, saying, “It’s the weekend and payday day! Here we are in auld reekie, gone fishing – well at #Angelfish no less!”
The reunion comes as Garbage prepares for a major concert at Edinburgh Castle on July 11, as part of their 2026 UK and European tour. Manson stated that this performance might be their last headline show in Scotland, adding an element of poignancy to the upcoming events.
Tonight, Angelfish will take the stage again for another reunion show, continuing their efforts to raise funds for Palestinian children. Earlier this month, Manson voiced her outrage on social media regarding the “fucking evil” actions of Israeli forces, specifically referencing the tragic death of a 10-year-old Palestinian boy named Muhammad al-Hallaq.
The Israeli military reported that their soldiers opened fire in response to confrontations, which drew Manson’s condemnation. “He had been playing soccer with his friends in a village schoolyard,” she shared, highlighting the human impact of the conflict.
As Shirley Manson and Angelfish continue to engage their audience through music and activism, their commitment to social causes remains a powerful element of their legacy.
