TRSNMT is fading into the distance and July is typically one of the quieter months on the Scottish gigging scene.

However it isn’t totally a fallow month – and the Summer Nights series of gigs at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut are helping to fill the void.

Not to be confused with the August run of shows at the Bandstand that feature the likes of Texas, the Pixies and KT Tunstall, this batch of gigs turns the spotlight onto emerging Scottish talent.

From tonight through until Saturday July 29, most nights at Tut’s will feature four Scottish groups on the bill, plus special DJ’s and aftershow performances to boot, with 70 acts in total taking to the famous stage.

It’s a great chance to sample some local talent and discover stars of tomorrow – here’s six bands to look out for.

Declan Welsh and the Decadent West, Friday July 14: Pop, punk and politics have often gone together nicely – think of the Specials and the Clash. East Kilbride singer songwriter Declan Welsh continues that tradition. His songs are rooted in reality, take a stand for social causes and have buckets of melody and punky attitude too. Already he’s supported the diverse likes of the Proclaimers, Glasvegas and Eddi Reeder, and he was at T In The Park last year.

Bear Arms, Sunday July 16: Well established on the Scottish scene Bear Arms released their debut album, Strength and Conviction, back in October 2014. They are currently hard at work on a follow-up, with songs that, inevitably, call to mind Biffy Clyro but also the quiet/loud dynamics of the likes of Thursday or Glassjaw. Headliners on the night are the impressive Verse Metrics, who play stylish alt rock.

Adam Ross Greene, Tuesday July 18: Youthful singer-songwriter Adam released his debut EP Crazy last year, citing the varied likes of the Killers, Neil Young and Walk The Moon as influences. Formerly a drummer with various bands, the 21-year-old has already secured the backing of producer Gordy Goudie, the touring guitarist with Echo & the Bunnymen and punk scene stalwart. Headliners on the night are Glasgow by way of Ireland indie pop band False Friends.

Emme, Sunday July 23: Dutch singer-songwriter Emily Meekel moved to Glasgow because of her desire to make music in the city. Now she’s settled here and is crafting thoughtful, catchy pop, inspired by songstresses such as Tracy Chapman and Lianne La Havas. She’s also capable of throwing in a few surprises, like a recent cover of K-pop band Seventeen’s track Don’t Wanna Cry, and has already performed at the Belladrum Festival and alongside noisy bass duo Kite Base.

Model Aeroplanes, Friday July 28: Dundee quarter Model Aeroplanes have been ones to watch for a while, thanks to their shiny, euphoric guitar pop and a big label deal with Island Records. They’ve been mostly out of sight recently though, veering back into view with the release of Lover, another ridiculously danceable tune, and a tour around the UK with Hunter & the Bear. Their headline slot will surely showcase some new material.

Rascalton, Saturday July 29: Earlier this year Glasgow foursome Rascalton played the winter version of Summer Nights, New Year’s Revolution. They had punky swagger in abundance and nearly stole the show from headliners the Van T’s, sounding like Slaves meeting the Buzzcocks. Now they have a headline slot of their own, after dropping killer tune This Is It earlier this year. An EP is due to land in August, which will hopefully be equally as intense.

Summer Nights runs through until Saturday July 29. Tickets are £8 each night. Visit www.kingtuts.co.uk for the full line-up.