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KING EIDER - Single launch: Edinburgh-based folk-blues band King Eider are a talented fivepiece who create a modern acoustic sound using traditional musicianship. From the loud to the soft, the haunting to the upbeat, the harmonic strength of this band lies in their unique mix of three-part harmonies, acoustic guitar, bass, drums and classical strings. The Ballroom, Voodoo Rooms 19a West Register Street, Edinburgh, Admission £5. From 7pm Over 18 only
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BREABACH - Scottish “Homecoming” Tour: As well as performing many of their favourites, Breabach will be playing new material from their eagerly awaited, forthcoming album. Queen's Hall, Edinburgh. www.breabach.com RIBBON ROAD: For the last 20 years, Brenda Heslop has been MEET MR CALLAGHAN: one of the undiscovered talents Live upstairs in the Fidders of songwriting. Only now is she Elbow, 4 Picardy Place. starting to get the attention she Edinburgh. Time, 7pm. has so long deserved, with singers taking up her lovely 8 JUNE songs and spreading the word. By using a simple arrangement VIVID VOICES: A celebration of guitar, accordion and vocals, of the art of the singerthe lyrics and meaning of the songwriter. Featuring Nick songs are allowed to come Harper, Carol Laula and Gavin through and this, combined with Moore. Juniper Promotions have Brenda’s lovely voice and the been bringing some of the best harmonies provided by Jill and singer-songwriters to Edinburgh Geoff provides a powerful for over 15 years. However, all combination and gives the music good things must come to an a directness which is often end and Juniper will shortly be missing in contemporary song. going into ‘hibernation’. To mark "Ribbon Road is songwriter this event, Vivid Voices is a Brenda Heslop and her husband celebration of the singerGeoff (famed producer of many songwriter, featuring some of classic releases). They sing in the artists who have played perfect balance and gentle close under the Juniper banner. From harmony on Brenda's acutely chart toppers such as Chris personal songs. Tender, intimate Difford, Glenn Tilbrook and Colin and haunting, these songs are Vearncombe to legends like genuinely moving and all the Martin Stephenson and Allan better for using absolutely Taylor, not forgetting rising minimal instrumental settings". young stars, which include Jon Leith Folk Club. Victoria Park Gomm and Martha Tilson, House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Juniper has seen some of the Edinburgh, Doors Open best of the genre. However, for 7.30pm, Price - £7. Tickets this special event, we have available from:- Website - www. chosen three artists who leithfolkclub.com, Email epitomise the exceptional talent, leithfolkclubtickets@hotmail.co. hard work and all-round uk Phone - 07502024852 humanity of the singersongwriter: Voodoo Rooms. 15 JUNE West Register Street, Edinburgh. Doors open 7pm. Tickets: THIRTEEN-SEVEN: Supporting advance £12, at door £15. touring Australian band Tickets also from Tickets VALENTIINE with support also Scotland, Rose Street, from CABLE35. Would really Edinburgh Tel: 0131 220 3234. appreciate if you could make Ripping Records, South Bridge, some noise about this one. Lets Edinburgh Tel: 0131 226 7010 give VALENTIINE a warm www.wegottickets.co.uk welcome to Scotland! Wee Red Bar Edinburgh. Wee Red Bar,
AGM: The Scots Fiddle Festival would like to invite you to our AGM. Come hear all of the latest news! King’s Hall, 41a South Clerk St, Edinburgh, 6.30pm. Please let me know if you plan to attend. We look forward to seeing you there! Beth Sederstrom www.scotsfiddlefestival.com 21 JUNE SPLODGENESS ABOUNDS / THE ZIPS: Tower Music Rooms, Livingston. 8pm. Tickets at door 23 JUNE LUCINDA WILLIAMS PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS: Over a 30+ year career featuring albums like Sweet Old World, Car Wheels On A Gravel Road and Blessed, Lucinda Williams has fused folk, country and rock into a formidable mix that has brought her critical and artistic acclaim. Equally respected as a songwriter as a singer, her songs have been recorded by the likes of Emmylou Harris and Mary Chapin Carpenter. The Queen's Hall, Clerk Street, Edinburgh.Tickets £25 + £1.50 booking fee. Doors open 7pm. 24 JUNE ST MARY’S MUSIC SCHOOL ANNUAL CONCERT: St Mary’s Music School Orchestra; String Ensemble; Chamber Choir: Choristers of St Mary’s Cathedral play Schubert: Music from Rosamunde; Maxwell Davies: An Orkney Wedding, with Sunrise; Haydn: Symphony No 104 ‘London’ The annual Summer concert from Edinburgh’s St Mary’s Music School featuring guest conductor Christopher Seaman, Laureate of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, New York, and longtime associate of the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain. The Queen's Hall, Clerk Street, Edinburgh. Tickets £10 (£7 concessions/£3 schoolchildren). Starts 7.30pm. 27 JUNE THE BLUES BAND: featuring
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Paul Jones, Dave Kelly, Rob Townsend, Gary Fletcher and Tom McGuinness. The Blues Band is acknowledged throughout Europe and beyond as being amongst the very finest purveyors of rhythm & blues. Howden Park Centre, Howden, Livingston. 28 JUNE The Queen’s Hall presents LEO BLANCO: Venezuelan pianist Leo Blanco is a genuine virtuoso with a huge musical personality. His music is rooted in the Africa-Latina rhythms of his homeland and enriched by the vast knowledge of jazz and understanding of the classical tradition that you might expect from a professor of piano at America’s premier music college, Berklee, who has worked alongside jazz masters Pat Metheny, George Garzone and Bob Moses and has guested with numerous symphony orchestras. As a composer Blanco has scored music for the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra, his own string quartet and most recently, Scottish horn quartet Brass Jaw, and his recordings have featured
saxophonists Dave Liebman and Donny McCaslin, West African guitarist Lionel Loueke, Grammy award-winning singer Luciana Souza, and drummer Antonio Sanchez. His solo concerts are enthralling and rhapsodic displays of technical command and emotional communication, showing why on previous visits to Scotland Blanco has earned five-star reviews from The Scotsman and The Herald, drawn standing ovations at Aberdeen Jazz Festival and is the proud winner of a coveted Bank of Scotland Herald Angel, awarded for outstanding performances during the Edinburgh Festival. The Queen's Hall, Clerk Street, Edinburgh. Tickets £13.00. Time 8pm. SHARON KING and the RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY HILL AND ROWAN RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh based singer /songwriter with a talent for spinning yarns...’ (LIST) continues to build a reputation for vibrant, funny, relaxed and intimate live shows. Her astute observations on Scottish life are carried in contemporary song writing,
delivered wrapped in laughter. Her songs and banter are peppered with tales of her travels: colours and textures are artfully woven through the narratives by the instruments and voices of The Reckless Angels. Tyninghame Hall, East Lothian. Tickets are free to under 14’s, however they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available through the website or on the door on the night. www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk
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SHARON KING and the RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY HILL AND ROWAN RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh 30 JUNE based singer /songwriter with a SHARON KING and the talent for spinning RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY yarns...’ (LIST) continues to HILL AND ROWAN build a reputation for vibrant, RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh funny, relaxed and intimate live based singer /songwriter with a shows. Her astute observations talent for spinning on Scottish life are carried in yarns...’ (LIST) continues to contemporary song writing, build a reputation for vibrant, delivered wrapped in laughter. funny, relaxed and intimate live Her songs and banter are shows. Her astute observations peppered with tales of her on Scottish life are carried in travels: colours and textures are contemporary song writing, artfully woven through the delivered wrapped in laughter. narratives by the instruments Her songs and banter are and voices of The Reckless peppered with tales of her Angels. The Cannons Gait, 232 travels: colours and textures are Cannon Gate, Edinburgh. Tickets artfully woven through the are free to under 14’s, however
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MOSA FUNK CLUB: The Mosa Funk Club is a funky communications collective, straight from the heart of the east end of Glasgow, with a WHERE THE FOLKS AT: fierce ambition and a Weekly live folk sessions in the commitment to keeping rhythm, cosy Kitchen Bar. The Flying rhyme and soul at the forefront Duck, 142 Renfield street, of their agenda. Firstly, a word Glasgow. Tickets Free. Time of advice, If your idea of funk 6pm- 8pm. begins and ends with the theme www.flyingduckclub.com tune from Shaft, retro silver hot Send us all your gig dates for pants or Huggy Bear's latest Glasgow and West Coast. FROM BACH TO BE BOP: strides, forget it: this is the Email them to Carol carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com Scotland’s top jazz guitarist, genuine article - musical tourists Nigel Clark, dips into his and posturing scenesters out for extensive repertoire for an the next shallow trend to follow 7 JUNE exciting evening of wide-ranging need not apply. this promises to sounds and styles. Russian Café- be one special unique party YES! Glasgow's first and only Gallery Cossachok, 10 King night not to be missed. East gay indie club. Classic and Street, Merchant City, Glasgow. Kilbride Arts Centre, Old Coach cutting edge indie/alternative Starts 9pm. www.cossachok.com Rd East Kilbride Tickets £7.00 / tunes to get your feet dancing £5.00 concession, Time 8pm, and your heart racing. Drink and FOLK JAM SESSIONS: dance without the pretence. Traditional folk music with the BACCHUS BARRACUS / THE Guest DJ Gerry Lyons (abc odd surprise or two thrown in! MATHLETICS TEAM / Saturdays + Nice 'N' Sleazys). It can get pretty busy so turn up MOONSTRONAUT: Hard Rock, The Flying Duck, 142 Renfield early to get a seat! Starts 7pm. Prog, Metal. Buff Club 142 Bath street, Glasgow. Tickets £5 (£3). Dram, 232-246 Woodlands Lane, Glasgow. 18+, Doors Time 11pm- 3am. Road, Glasgow. 7.15pm, Tickets £5. www.flyingduckclub.com THE WEST END FESTIVAL: 16 JUNE NICK HARPER WITH SPECIAL Kid Canaveral / Randolph's GUEST GAVIN MOORE: Nick Leap / The Pictish Trail / Pip WHERE THE FOLKS AT: Harper - the man they call Dylan / Eagleowl / Weekly live folk sessions in the 'Harpic' - has gone from his Monoganon / + DJ Dream youthful status as 'son of Roy Caravan. Fence Records is Harper' to being seen as one of returning to the West End the UK's premier guitarists and Festival for a very special allsinger/songwriters. For almost 2 evening showcase of live decades, he has been dazzling performances from our class of audiences and reviewers alike 2013. 6 live acts, all for £12 with a mix of virtuosity, boyish that's £2 an act! If you missed charm, showmanship and sheer out on Gnomegame, or just need bravado. For the last 10 years to get a Fence fix, make sure Gavin Moore has taken his time you're there from 5pm. Oran in tending his own branch of a Mor, Byre’s Rd, Glasgow. Time family tree that is among the 5pm – Midnight. Only £12 adv, most celebrated in Irish music. £14 on the door. With De Barras folk club in Clonakilty as his base, he has 13 JUNE perfected his craft on the Irish, UK, US, European, Australian JAZZ KITCHEN: Live (and and Scandinavian folk circuits. lively) Jazz sessions. Different With his soulful emotive voice, musicians each week. Tuck into Gavin’s songs owe far more to a bowl of tasty Jambalaya for the influence of the Atlantic £1.50. The Flying Duck, 142 Ocean and anomie of every day Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets modern life than that of his Free. Time 8pm- 12am. uncles Christy Moore and Luka www.flyingduckclub.com Bloom, yet all the while giving them respectful nods. Glad 14 JUNE Cafe, 1006a Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. Doors 8pm / tickets BEN GLOVER with Anthony £10. Tickets from: www.tickets- Toner: A Fallen Angels Club scotland.com/artists promotion. CCA, Glasgow. www.thegladcafe.co.uk Tickets 0141 204 5151 or www.ticketweb.co.uk 8 JUNE www.fallenangelsclub.com
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cosy Kitchen Bar. The Flying Duck, 142 Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets Free. Time 6pm- 8pm. www.flyingduckclub.com FOLK JAM SESSIONS: Traditional folk music with the odd surprise or two thrown in! It can get pretty busy so turn up early to get a seat! Starts 7pm. Dram, 232-246 Woodlands Road, Glasgow. SUMMER SOUNDS BY THE SEINE; The evenings are getting warmer, you're sitting by the banks of the Seine and the sound of an accordion comes drifting gently across the water... You're actually in Cafe Cossachok... Accordionist Georgie Gajjic plays a selection of music from France to help you relax on a Sunday evening. Russian Café-Gallery Cossachok, 10 King Street, Merchant City, Glasgow. Starts 9pm. www.cossachok.com 18 JUNE TALKING SIDEWAYS: Pivo Pivo Glasgow 20 JUNE
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JAZZ KITCHEN: Live (and lively) Jazz sessions. Different musicians each week. Tuck into a bowl of tasty Jambalaya for £1.50. The Flying Duck, 142 Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets Free). Time 8pm- 12am. www.flyingduckclub.com I SEE HAWKS IN LA plus THE FIRST CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE: Sounds in the Suburbs @ Woodend Bowling and Tennis Club, 30 Chamberlain Road, Glasgow.G13 1QG 8pm. Tickets are £10 in advance and £12 on the door. Tickets from Alan 07944354459 or soundsinthesuburbs@hotmail.co. uk
also Tickets Scotland on 0141 204 5151 www.iseehawks.com 21 JUNE SPANGLED CABARET: Eclectic and alternative music and cabaret performances followed by the host DJ playing a smattering of the finest on the edgier side of classic pop. The Flying Duck, 142 Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets £5 (£3). Time 9pm- 3am. www.flyingduckclub.com THE BOSCOS (EP LAUNCH) with THE SIMONIACS / LUCKY ST ANGELO: Indie Rock. Buff Club 142 Bath Lane, Glasgow. 18+, Doors 7.15pm, Tickets £5. 22 JUNE RIPLEY / SKA BEAT JAKES / SINCERELY YOURS / THE BLINDING / HIGHWAY CHILE: Indievous Presents Indie Rocks Maggie May's, Trongate, Merchant City, Glasgow. Door Time: 7.30pm, tickets £6/£4, Tickets from Door.
Duck, 142 Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets £5 (£3). Time JAZZ IN JUNE: Guitarist Nigel 6pm- 8pm. Clark dips into his extensive jazz www.flyingduckclub.com repertoire performing a selection of hot Latin jazz - just the one FROM RUSSIA WITH LEV: for the summer. Russian CaféGlasgow's one and only Lev Gallery Cossachok, 10 King Atlas (violin) in a programme of Street, Merchant City, Glasgow. classical, folk and jazz all time Starts 9pm. www.cossachok. favourites. Russian Café-Gallery com Cossachok, 10 King Street, Merchant City, Glasgow. Starts FOLK JAM SESSIONS: 9pm. Traditional folk music with the www.cossachok.com odd surprise or two thrown in! It can get pretty busy so turn up FOLK JAM SESSIONS: early to get a seat! Starts 7pm. Traditional folk music with the Dram, 232-246 Woodlands odd surprise or two thrown in! Road, Glasgow. It can get pretty busy so turn up early to get a seat! Starts 7pm. 27 JUNE Dram, 232-246 Woodlands Road, Glasgow. JAZZ KITCHEN: Live (and lively) Jazz sessions. Different 3 JULY musicians each week. Tuck into a bowl of tasty Jambalaya for MINDY SMITH plus Mattew £1.50. The Flying Duck, 142 Perryman Jones: A Fallen Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets Angels Club promotion. St Free. Time 8pm- 12am. Andrew's In The Square. Tickets www.flyingduckclub.com 0141 204 5151 or www. ticketweb.co.uk 28 JUNE www.fallenangelsclub.com THE SWINGERS CLUB; An evening of Electro Swing, Gypsy House, Balkan Beats & Jacking Trax - Old-time dress up and dance, with Djs Frizzo and Monty Funk. The Flying Duck, 142 Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets £5 (£3). Time 11pm3am. www.flyingduckclub.com
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THE CRANES, SIDNEY SHAW, KEVIN HARPER: Indie Rock. Buff Club 142 Bath Lane, Glasgow. 18+, Doors 7.15pm, Tickets £5.
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JOHNNY & THE BOMB, MELTED MESSIAH, HYDRA'S CRY, GAREEDA, INECYTE: Prog, Desert Rock. Buff Club 142 Bath Lane, Glasgow. 18+, Doors 7.15pm, Tickets £5. 6 JULY
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FOLK JAM SESSIONS: HOUNDIN' THE STREETS: Jer Traditional folk music with the Reid and Martin Law are bringing odd surprise or two thrown in! It can get pretty busy so turn up to you the beginnings of Punk, Hip Hop and Disco. Some of the early to get a seat! Starts 7pm. best sounds that ever came out Dram, 232-246 Woodlands SINGLES NIGHT: An all-killer Road, Glasgow. of New York. A collection of all across-the-board celebration of the best artists from New York the 7” single. From soul to 12 JULY around the late 70′s and early psych, punk to funk, rock to pop 80′s. The Flying Duck, 142 and hip hop to doo wop. The Renfield street, Glasgow. Tickets THE METHOD ONE, DELTA Flying Duck, 142 Renfield street, £5 (£3). Time 11pm- 3am. MAINLINE, PAPER CROWNS, Glasgow. Tickets £5 (£3). Time www.flyingduckclub.com STEADY STATE REGIME: Hard 11pm- 3am. rock/Indie. Buff Club 142 Bath www.flyingduckclub.com Lane, Glasgow. 18+, Doors IQONS; Oran Mor, of Byres 7.15pm, Tickets £5. Road, Glasgow. 23 JUNE 13 JULY FELIX CHAMPION & DIRTY WILLIE DICK PLUS GUESTS: SAINT + SUPPORT: All day This gig is for his Album Launch show, Buff Club 142 Bath Lane, ELECTROBUDDHA: Walkabout, 'My House My Rules''. The old Renfrew Street at7pm. Fresh Glasgow. 18+, Tickets £6, Hairdresser's, Renfield Lane, from the launch of their new doors 4.30pm. Glasgow. Entry is free. album 'Evolution', Electrobuddha Where The Folks At; Weekly are described as The Stones 30 JUNE live folk sessions in the cosy meets The Beta Band with Kitchen Bar. The Flying Duck, Hendrix on decks, Electrobuddha WHERE THE FOLKS AT: 142 Renfield street, Glasgow. is Scottish rock at it's finest. Weekly live folk sessions in the Tickets Free. Time 6pm- 8pm. www.electrobuddha.co.uk cosy Kitchen Bar. The Flying
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DEATHCATS: are a t a mutual love for cats and loud music, especially Fugazi. Formed in summer 2012 the band has already played a ton of gigs in Glasgow such as well know club nights Milk and Alt Waves and they have supported touring acts such as Hooded Fang, The Spills 20 JULY and Mazes. The band are heavily inspired by the DIY ethos of THE PATRIOTS/ANDY bands such as Minor threat and GALLAGHER AND OVERHAUL/ Black Flag. 20 Rocks, 15 Ward THE HYPNIC JERKS/ Rd, Dundee. Time 8pm. Free DISTRICT 55/BLACK JACK: Entry. 18 + Only. Indievous Presents - Indie Rocks. Maggie May's, Trongate, RELOADED: THE LITTLE Merchant City, Glasgow. Door KICKS /NO MORE IDOLS: One Time, 7.30pm. Cost £6/£4. of ten Scottish bands you might Tickets from door not have heard of but should Q www.facebook.com/indievous Magazine. This Granite City quartet are back in Stirling to 21 JULY headline Junes Reloaded. The Little Kicks continue their assault FOLK JAM SESSIONS: on the indie scene ahead of Traditional folk music with the recording their third album this odd surprise or two thrown in! Summer. Support comes from It can get pretty busy so turn up Indie-rockers No More Idols. early to get a seat! Starts 7pm. Tollbooth, Jail Wynd, Stirling. Dram, 232-246 Woodlands Tickets £64/£7 on the door. Road, Glasgow. Time 7pm.Standing. 26 JULY
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PACIFIC BLUES, RUSSIAN BRIDE + SUPPORT: Buff Club 142 Bath Lane, Glasgow. 18+, Doors, 7.15pm, Tickets £5.
DUO ARGONDIZZA: Guitarist Peter Argondizza and violinist Katrina Bateman bring an eclectic and exciting combination of international music to the 28 JULY Tolbooth exploring everything from the baroque masterpieces FOLK JAM SESSIONS: of Vivaldi to the modern genius Traditional folk music with the of Piazzollas Tangoes. Both have odd surprise or two thrown in! distinguished musical paths It can get pretty busy so turn up through education and early to get a seat! Starts 7pm. performance. Tollbooth, Jail Dram, 232-246 Woodlands Wynd, Stirling. Tickets £8. Time Road, Glasgow. 2.30pm.
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some faithfully reproduced, some slightly re-arranged. Mr Crosby has agreed to personally advise Sid and the Dreaming Spires on the trickier words and chords! From 9pm to 11pm. Backstage, The Green Hotel, Kinross, Tickets £14
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RACHEL SERMANNI / KEN STRINGFELLOW / END OF 13 JUNE NEIL: At just 20 years old, Scottish singer-songwriter BEN GLOVER: Kirkcaldy Rachel has taken the folk music Acoustic Music Club @ Polish Ex- scene by storm. A straight-up servicemen's Club, Bennochy storyteller with a voice to blow House, Forth Park Drive, all others clean out of the water, Kirkcaldy, KY2 5TA. Entry £8 Rachel packs an almighty punch members, £10 non-members. with her earthy melodies and Starting at 7.30 till about 10.30. astonishing acoustic guitar skills. www.kirkcaldyacousticmusicclub.co.uk Support comes from Ken www.facebook.com/kirkcaldyacousticmusicclub Stringfellow of R.E.M./The Posies fame and local musician Neil 14 JUNE Stewart, aka End of Neil. Tollbooth, Jail Wynd, Stirling. MR MCFALLS CHAMBER Tickets £10 Time 8pm. BALTIC PASSION BALTIC PASSION: Mr McFalls Chamber 26 JUNE and their guests Cyril Garac (violin) and Maria Martinova IQONS; PJ Molloys, 7 Canmore (piano) head to the Baltic. Street, Dunfermline. United by a powerful tradition of folksong, music from the Baltic 27 JUNE is characterised by its rich emotional landscapes, distinctive EDDIE WALKER: Kirkcaldy harmonic language, and Acoustic Music Club @ Polish Excolourful mix of musical styles. servicemen's Club, Bennochy Tollbooth, Jail Wynd, Stirling. House, Forth Park Drive, Tickets £14/£12. Time 8pm. Kirkcaldy, KY2 5TA. Entry £8 members, £10 non-members. 18 JUNE Starting at 7.30 till about 10.30. BREABACH - Scottish “Homecoming” Tour: As well as performing many of their favourites, Breabach will be playing new material from their eagerly awaited, forthcoming album. Unicorn, Dundee www.breabach.com
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LAU: BBC Radio 2, Folk Award Winners, Best Band, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2013! Lau combine stunning musicianship with a ground-breaking yet playful approach to traditional music transcending the music they hold dear, creating a 20 JUNE cutting edge sound and garnering praise from far beyond RACHEL SERMANNI + KEN SID GRIFFIN & THE SPIRES the roots scene. Tollbooth, Jail STRINGFELLOW: Kirkcaldy Perform Songs Of David Acoustic Music Club @ Polish Ex- Wynd, Stirling. Tickets £14/£12. Crosby(The Byrds, CSNY & Time 8pm. servicemen's Club, Bennochy CSN): Sid Griffin (ex-Long House, Forth Park Drive, Ryders leader, now with the Coal 29 JUNE Kirkcaldy, KY2 5TA. Entry £8 Porters) and his friends The members, £10 non-members. Dreaming Spires (whose recent Starting at 7.30 till about 10.30. SIMPLE MINDED plus 'Brothers in Brooklyn' CD is one www.kirkcaldyacousticmusicclub.co.uk Wolfmonkey & Stevi Zafani: A of the albums of 2012) team up www.facebook.com/kirkcaldyacousticmusicclub Rubber Stamp Promotions gig. to play a full set of songs At Wee Jimmies Cowdenbeath. spanning the career of one-time 22 JUNE Doors open at 8pm and tickets Byrd & current CSNY member cost £6. These can be bought David Crosby. Yes, the entire set BREABACH - Scottish from Wee Jimmies, or online will be David Crosby songs only, “Homecoming” Tour: As well
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7 JUNE LEWIS WATSON: DF Concerts present upcoming singersongwriter Lewis Watson, in The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122 SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE: Over 14s only; U16s must be accompanied by an adult 18+Friday: Scottish Ensemble bring the boisterous and energetic sides of Britten’s personality to the fore in Quartets Squared, in arrangements by their artistic director Jonathan Morton and composer David Matthews, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122 SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE AND CLACHAN YELL: Post-concert ceilidh with Scottish Ensemble and Clachan Yell, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen, at 9.30pm. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122
Beth Salter: The 'Edinburgh based singer /songwriter with a talent for spinning yarns...’ (LIST) continues to build a reputation for vibrant, funny, relaxed and intimate live shows. Her astute observations on Scottish life are carried in contemporary song writing, delivered wrapped in laughter. The Tin Hut, Gartly, Aberdeenshire. Tickets are free to under 14’s, however they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available through the website or on the door on the night. www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk
get better and better and must be seen live to experience the full joy of their music. Support comes from Aberdeens' very own Duke and Miss Lucid as well as openers, The Mirror Trap, from Dundee. The Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen. Tickets £5 adv from www.agpaberdeen.bigcartel. com - 14+.
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15 JUNE BLUE ROSE CODE / Margaret Finlayson / Daniel Mutch / Matthew Morris: Blue Rose Code is london based, Edinburgh born singer, Ross Wilson. His music has been described as "Caledonian Soul", the only way to make up your own minds is to come and check out this fantastic line up. The Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen. Tickets £6 adv from www.agpaberdeen.bigcartel. com - 14+.
THE MAGNETS: Acclaimed British vocal group The Magnets present an evening of glorious harmonies and jaw-dropping beat boxing, in The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122 THE O's (USA) PLUS SUPPORT; Cafe Drummond. Belmont Street, Aberdeen. free entry, 14+. 13 JUNE ABERDEEN COLLEGE AND FRESHLY SQUEEZED: Showcasing the next generation’s musical talents Aberdeen College and Freshly Squeezed, in The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122
THE WINTER TRADITION / THE SUNSHINE SOCIAL PLUS Duke / Miss Lucid / The SUPPORT; Cafe Drummond. Mirror Trap: The Winter Belmont Street, Aberdeen. free Tradition hail from Edinburgh entry, 14+. and are no strangers to Aberdeen. The band continue to SHARON KING with Laura
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16 JUNE GRAMPIAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA: make a welcome return with Oliver Rundell as conductor and a program which includes Dvorak, Tchaikovsky and Bruch, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122
to get involved from the start. Let's face it, you can pretty much take Interesting Musics word on anything. The Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen. Tickets from www.wegottickets.com - 14+. 17 JUNE FUNERAL FOR A FRIEND / Departures / Brace: Yes, that's right! Funeral For A Friend are back and hit Tunnels for what is certain to be an amazing night! Tickets are selling fast so get yours now. The Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen. Tickets from Cafe Drummond Bar, www.seetickets.com and www.ticketweb.co.uk - 14+ 18-22 JUNE NEW JERSEY NIGHTS: Direct from the USA, the international smash hit show New Jersey Nights is a spectacular celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm, with 2pm Thursday and 2.30pm Saturday matinees. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122 SIMONE FELICE / Cara Mitchell / CS Buchan / Tammy Miller: Former Felice Brother (well he is still a Felice Brother but we mean the band) and Duke & The King founder, Simone Felice makes the journey to Aberdeen for his only Scottish date on the UK tour. Let's do Tunnels proud and give this the crowd it deserves. The Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen. Tickets from www.agpaberdeen.bigcartel.com and Cafe Drummond bar - 14+.
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19-22 JUNE ABERDEEN ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS: Senior and fulltime musical theatre students of Aberdeen Academy of Performing Arts present a world famous all-singing and all-dancing musical, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and at 2pm and 6.30pm on Saturday. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122 20 JUNE THE HOLY GHOSTS PLUS SUPPORT; Cafe Drummond. Belmont Street, Aberdeen. free entry, 14+.
AKA SKA’ Cafe Drummond. Belmont Street, Aberdeen. free entry, 14+.
DINOSAUR PILE UP: Re-scheduled show, Original Tickets Valid for both, new ones on sale now! The Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen. 26 JULY THE MOUSE THAT ATE THE CAT: Rescheduled show, Original Tickets Valid for both. The Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen.
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HECTOR BIZERK / VELVET AUDIO / THE JUNEBUG; Cafe Drummond. Belmont Street, Aberdeen. free entry, 14+.
BLAZZ JAZZ - THE BOB HALL SHOW: Bob Hall’s electrifying keyboard wizardry and finely crafted songs has influenced generations of piano players and left a lasting legacy. The Maclean Room, Eden Court, Bishops Road, Inverness, Seat prices: Seat Price £8.00., Eden Court Friends Discount Applies
22 JUNE BOMBSKARE: Edinburgh’s nine-piece juggernaut, Bombskare, bring their explosive and entertaining live act to The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. Tickets from www.boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122 THE BIRTHDAY SUIT (Rod Jones of Idlewild) PLUS SUPPORT; Cafe Drummond. Belmont Street, Aberdeen. free entry, 14+.
12 JUNE BREABACH - Scottish “Homecoming” Tour: As well as performing many of their favourites, Breabach will be playing new material from their eagerly awaited, forthcoming album. Ceilidh Place, Ullapool, www.breabach.com
CHRIS STOUT AND CATRIONA MCKAY; Catriona (Scottish harp) and Chris (Shetland Fiddle) have been 25 JUNE involved in many projects together. In THE MUSIC TAPES / Autumn Hang / 2010 their album White Nights brought Daemons: The Music Tapes started life new fans to their music from all over the world. Enjoy a selection of the very best as a creative outlet for the 16 year old Julian Koster (later of Neutral Milk Hotel) of this dynamic duo’s music from their last two breathtaking albums as well as and contunues to grow and grow. Another amazing show not to be missed. new material from a forthcoming release. Onetouch Theatre, Eden Court, Bishops June is going pretty well so far eh! The Road, Inverness, Time 7.30pm, Seat Tunnels. Carnegies Brae, Aberdeen. Prices £12.00 / Reduced Rates £10.00 / Tickets from Eden Court Friends Discount Applies. www.wegottickets.com - 14+. 27 JUNE
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29 JUNE THE BLUES BAND: Formed in 1979 by ex-Manfred Mann group members Paul Jones and Tom McGuiness, The Blues Band, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen, at
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of Tiree brothers Daniel Gillespie (accordion) and Martin Gillespie (bagpipes, whistles & accordion) bonded with holidaymaker Fraser West (drums & vocals) and friend Alec Dalglish (lead vocals & guitar) over a shared love of music: everything from traditional to rock and iazz. It was this mix of musical styles and sounds that set the path for the band’s 2005 debut album, ‘West Coast Life.’ The more the fledgling band experimented with fusing together this mix of musical styles, the more their signature sound evolved, aided by the arrival of Barry Caulfield (bass & vocals) and Craig Espie (fiddle). Gairloch Highland Gathering, Gairloch, Sands Holiday House, Gairloch, RossShire. Tel 01445 712152. Doors 9pm Tickets £15 Cameron575@btinternet.com www.highland-gathering.com
yarns...’ (LIST) continues to build a reputation for vibrant, funny, relaxed and intimate live shows. Her astute observations on Scottish life are carried in contemporary song writing, delivered wrapped in laughter. Her songs and banter are peppered with tales of her travels: colours and textures are artfully woven through the narratives by the instruments and voices of The Reckless Angels. Inverie Village Hall, Inverie, Knoydart. Tickets are free to under 14’s, however they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available through the website or on the door on the night. www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk
contemporary song writing, delivered wrapped in laughter. Her songs and banter are peppered with tales of her travels: colours and textures are artfully woven through the narratives by the instruments and voices of The Reckless Angels. Applecross Hall, Strathcarron. Time 7.30pm. Tickets are free to under 14’s, however they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available through the website or on the door on the night. www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk 13 JULY
SHARON KING and the RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY 6 JULY HILL AND ROWAN RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh SHARON KING and the based singer /songwriter with a RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY talent for spinning HILL AND ROWAN yarns...’ (LIST) continues to 4 JULY RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh based singer /songwriter with a build a reputation for vibrant, funny, relaxed and intimate live SHARON KING and the talent for spinning shows. Her astute observations RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY yarns...’ (LIST) continues to on Scottish life are carried in HILL AND ROWAN build a reputation for vibrant, RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh funny, relaxed and intimate live contemporary song writing, based singer /songwriter with a shows. Her astute observations delivered wrapped in laughter. Her songs and banter are talent for spinning on Scottish life are carried in peppered with tales of her yarns...’ (LIST) continues to contemporary song writing, travels: colours and textures are build a reputation for vibrant, delivered wrapped in laughter. artfully woven through the funny, relaxed and intimate live Her songs and banter are narratives by the instruments shows. Her astute observations peppered with tales of her on Scottish life are carried in travels: colours and textures are and voices of The Reckless Angels. Lochcarron Hall, Wester contemporary song writing, artfully woven through the Ross, Tickets are free to under delivered wrapped in laughter. narratives by the instruments 14’s, however they must be Her songs and banter are and voices of The Reckless peppered with tales of her Angels. Victory Hall, Benderloch, accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available through the travels: colours and textures are near Oban. Tickets are free to website or on the door on the artfully woven through the under 14’s, however they must night. narratives by the instruments be accompanied by an adult. and voices of The Reckless Tickets are available through the www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk Angels. The Old Bridge Inn, 23 website or on the door on the Dalfaber Rd, Aviemore.Tickets night. are free to under 14’s, however www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available 12 JULY through the website or on the Send us all your gig dates for the Scottish Islands SHARON KING and the door on the night. Email them to Carol RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com HILL AND ROWAN RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh 5 JULY based singer /songwriter with a 9 JUNE SHARON KING and the talent for spinning RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY yarns...’ (LIST) continues to NICK HARPER + GAVIN HILL AND ROWAN build a reputation for vibrant, RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh funny, relaxed and intimate live MOORE: The fantastic Nick based singer /songwriter with a shows. Her astute observations Harper performs a double header with Gavin Moore. Nick Harper talent for spinning on Scottish life are carried in
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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide …….. page 14: islands / dumfries + south west has played Bute a few times before and has never failed to amaze his audiences with his aggresive guitar playing and stunning vocal performances. Combine with the superb songwriting and vocals of Gavin Moore and you have a show not to be missed. The Craigmore Bowling Club, Rothesay. Tickets £10 from Musicker, MacQueen’s Butchers, Port Bannatyne Post Office and online at WeGotTickets. Doors: 7:00pm Music starts 7:30pm. NORTH SEA GAS; Going on over thirty years and stronger than ever! This is one of Scotland’s most popular bands, with guitars, mandolin, fiddle, bouzouki, bodhrans, whistles, banjo, great vocals with tremendous three part harmonies. Aros, Viewfield Road, Portree, Isle of Skye,. 13 JUNE BREABACH - Scottish “Homecoming” Tour: As well as performing many of their favourites, Breabach will be playing new material from their eagerly awaited, forthcoming album. An Lanntair, Stornoway, Lewis www.breabach.com 14 JUNE BREABACH - Scottish “Homecoming” Tour: As well as performing many of their favourites, Breabach will be playing new material from their eagerly awaited, forthcoming album. Aros, Portree, Skye. www.breabach.com 15 JUNE BREABACH - Scottish “Homecoming” Tour:. As well as performing many of their favourites, Breabach will be playing new material from their eagerly awaited, forthcoming album. Isle of Eigg Festival. www.breabach.com 25 JUNE AMY DUNCAN WITH FIONA RUTHERFORD: The Festival Bar – Orkney, 7 JULY ISLE OF BUTE JAZZ FESTIVAL with Git Ane Eccose; Jazz at the Vic, Victoria Hotel, Victoria Street Rothesay. 2.30pm. Tickets £10. Rothesay. 2.30pm.
Tickets £10. 9 JULY SHARON KING and the RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY HILL AND ROWAN RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh based singer /songwriter with a talent for spinning yarns...’ (LIST) continues to build a reputation for vibrant, funny, relaxed and intimate live shows. Her astute observations on Scottish life are carried in contemporary song writing, delivered wrapped in laughter. Her songs and banter are peppered with tales of her travels: colours and textures are artfully woven through the narratives by the instruments and voices of The Reckless Angels. Uig Hall, Skye. Tickets are free to under 14’s, however they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available through the website or on the door on the night. www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk
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talent for spinning yarns...’ (LIST) continues to build a reputation for vibrant, funny, relaxed and intimate live shows. Her astute observations on Scottish life are carried in contemporary song writing, delivered wrapped in laughter. Her songs and banter are peppered with tales of her travels: colours and textures are artfully woven through the narratives by the instruments and voices of The Reckless Angels. Carinish Hall, North Uist. Tickets are free to under 14’s, 10 JULY however they must be accompanied by an adult. ANNA COOGAN WITH MIKE Tickets are available through the FIASCHI: St. Paul’s Church website or on the door on the Hall, Rothesay. Tickets £10 from night. Musicker, MacQueen’s Butchers www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk and Port Bannatyne Post Office. 14 JULY SHARON KING and the RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY BREABACH: One of the most HILL AND ROWAN celebrated and successful RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh Scottish folk bands in recent based singer /songwriter with a times, Breabach command the talent for spinning stage with flare, charisma and a yarns...’ (LIST) continues to sound that is as expansive as it build a reputation for vibrant, is distinct. Aros, Viewfield Road, funny, relaxed and intimate live Portree, Isle of Skye. Time shows. Her astute observations 7.30pm. on Scottish life are carried in contemporary song writing, 19 JULY delivered wrapped in laughter. Her songs and banter are THE TANNAHILL WEAVERS peppered with tales of her diverse repertoire reflects the travels: colours and textures are duality of Scotland’s musical artfully woven through the heritage. It embraces both the narratives by the instruments mystical quality of the and voices of The Reckless Highlander’s Celtic music, and Angels. Glendale Hall. Skye. the rollicking, sometimes even Tickets are free to under 14’s, brawling qualities of the however they must be Lowlander’s Anglo-Scots tunes. accompanied by an adult. The Tannahill Weavers’ Tickets are available through the arrangements blend the beauty website or on the door on the of the traditional melodies with night. the power of modern rhythms. www.sharonkingmusic.co.uk The penetrating sound of the Highland bagpipes is a thread of 11 JULY ancient memory running through it all. Aros, Viewfield Road, SHARON KING and the Portree, Isle of Skye. Time RECKLESS ANGELS, JENNY 7.30pm. HILL AND ROWAN RHEINGANS: The 'Edinburgh 25 JULY based singer /songwriter with a
THE HOT SEATS; Virginian livewires ‘The Hot Seats’ have wowed the crowds at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, Didmarton Bluegrass Festival, Maverick Festival, Speyfest and Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where they picked up the biggest accolade possible – a Herald Angel – for their outstanding contribution to the event. Of course, they are now recognised as one of the most popular and entertaining touring bands on the UK roots music circuit too, pulling capacity crowds to many venues due to their solid reputation as an act that’s not to be missed. This band has the unique ability to appeal to all age groups – and cut across all musical boundaries. Guaranteed to put smiles on every face. Aros, Viewfield Road, Portree, Isle of Skye. Time 7.30pm.
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8 JUNE FIVE WHEEL DRIVE: Eagle Tavern, 3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. 9.00pm. Free admission. TAMBO & THE SPITFIRES: Crumbs & Cocktails,18 Smith Street, Ayr. Free Admission. Time 9pm. 13 JUNE LIVE MUSIC/JAM SESSION with Tambo & The Spitfires. Guest musicians and bands always welcome. All gear supplied. Eagle Tavern, 3-5 The
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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide …….. page 14: dumfries + south west / scottish borders Cross, Prestwick. Time 9.30pm. Free admission. For further information contact Bill on 07967 503027. 15 JUNE BALTIC PASSION With Mr McFall’s Chamber: The pioneering Scottish ensemble Mr McFall’s Chamber, with their guests Cyril Garac (violin) and Maria Martinova (piano), delve into the fascinating diverse musical culture of the Baltic States to explore its rich emotional landscapes and colourful mix of musical styles. The concert features pieces from Estonian minimalist Arvo Pärt with works by Zita Bružaitė and Erkki-Sven Tüür, a helping of music from Scandinavia and a haunting sextet arrangement of Sibelius’ Einsames Lied and Olli Mustonen’s fiery Toccata for piano and strings. Renowned for their performances of tango music, McFall’s also explore the world of Finnish tango, joined by two tango musicians of international renown, violinist Cyril Garac and pianist Maria Martinova, for two classics of Finnish traditional tango, and Aulis Sallinen’s take on the Finnish tango tradition, Introduction and Tango Overture. Main Theatre, Gaiety Theatre, Carrick Street, Ayr. Tickets: £14.50/£13.50(conc). Starts 7.30pm. ISIS: Eagle Tavern, 3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. 9.00pm. Free admission. 20 JUNE
audiences where ever he performs for his passionate performances, brilliantly written hook laden songs and of course his voice which is one of the finest in the country. Sleepy Eyes Nelson is a country blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist from Ayrshire. Known as the King Of The Clyde Delta Blues, Sleepy Eyes was first discovered by the American record label Devil’s Ruin Records, and has a distinctive finger style of playing, playing in effect the bass, rhythm, lead, percussion and vocals all at the same time. And Luther the Bhear is the solo alias of Ayrshire artist Luther Sean Hall who combines his love of pop music with traditional folk, blues and ragtime music. Luther strives to be something a little different amongst the Scottish acoustic scene, and 2013 has seen great reception to his brand of guitar heavy folkpop. Studio Theatre, Gaiety Theatre, Carrick Street, Ayr. Tickets £10. Starts 7.30pm. 22 JUNE BLACK DIAMOND EXPRESS: Midsummer Music Festival, Gatehouse of Fleet. www.musicgatehouse.com SWAGGER: Eagle Tavern, 3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. 9.00pm. Free admission. 27 JUNE LIVE MUSIC/JAM SESSION with Tambo & The Spitfires. Guest musicians and bands always welcome. All gear supplied. Eagle Tavern, 3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. Time 9.30pm. Free admission. For further information contact Bill on 07967 503027.
LIVE MUSIC/JAM SESSION with Tambo & The Spitfires. Guest musicians and bands always welcome. All gear supplied. Eagle Tavern, 3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. Time 9.30pm. 29 JUNE Free admission. For further information contact Bill on 07967 DENZEL'S CAT, Eagle Tavern, 503027. 3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. 9.00pm. Free admission. 21 JUNE TAMBO & THE SPITFIRES: ROBIN ADAMS / CRAIG Harley's, 145B High Street, Ayr, MARTIN WARD / SLEEPY Free Admission. Time 9pm EYES NELSON / LUTHER THE BHEAR: Continuing our popular series of Studio Sessions platform for emerging musical talent. Robin Adams is a hugely talented singer-songwriter from Glasgow who has received critical acclaim from Q Magazine for his two full length albums. Craig Martin Ward is an Ayr based talent who wows
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JUNE Rockness Inverness June 7-9 Get ready to shake it and get your rocks off alongside the best artists in electronic, dance and rock & roll at one of the most breathtaking natural festival sites in the world just outside the village of Dores on the shores of Loch Ness www.rockness.co.uk
Cumnock Music Festival Ayrshire June 7-15 The Cumnock Music Festival and Carnival is organised by Create a voluntary company and charity set up to establish a much needed music and arts centre in the area. The festival has been running for 10 years and getting bigger each year. The event runs over two days at Cumnock Town Hall and Woodroad Park from 7.30pm each evening with the Carnival starting at 12 noon on the Saturday. www.createcumnockarts.webeden.co.uk
Loanhead Music Festival
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Midlothian June 14-16
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Gatehouse of Fleet The 13th Loanhead Music festival is June 21-23 a weekend of pub sessions, with The wee festival wi' a muckle hert workshops and competitions, and concerts. As always the emphasis is returns this year with a cracking still very much on sessions and fun. line-up, and more events on over the longest weekend of the year. Come and help us celebrate - as Gatehouse of Fleet’s annual Midusual, we have a Friday evening concert, a full Saturday programme summer Music Festival has three days of live music and entertainincluding a Craft Fair, an open mic ment set in the beautiful south west event, a song-writing competition and a recycled instrument competi- Scotland. With concerts, acoustic tion, as well as workshops in a vari- sessions, a Youth Showcase, a "wee ety of musical skills. And of course, folk" stramash for the young at heart and a Sunday tea dance with there are the pub sessions, which form the heart of any good festival. a twist. The town really buzzes for the weekend and people come from near and far to see great music, www.loanheadfest.co.uk dance and catch up with old and new friends.
TMSA Keith Festival Moray June 14-16 Long established traditional music and song festival with competitions, ceilidhs concerts and sessions attracting singers and traditional musicians from throughout Scotland. Organised by the Keith branch of the Traditional Music and Song Association of Scotland. http://tmsakeithfestival.blogspot.co.uk/
Kirkcudbright Jazz Festival
St Magnus Festival
Kirkcudbright June 13 - 16
June 20-28 Orkney
The 16th annual festival in this unique small Scottish town promises to be even more appealing and exciting than ever. Visitors will have the chance to enjoy top class and highly professional artistes, some on a first time visit, as well as some old favourites, ensuring that the festival caters for jazz lovers of all ages who appreciate quality as well as variety for their entertainment.
The St Magnus Festival is Orkney's annual celebration of the arts. Founded in 1977 by Orkney's distinguished resident composer Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, the Festival has grown from small beginnings into one of Britain's most highly regarded and adventurous arts events. For 2013, a celebration of folk tales, myths and legends comes to Orkney with symphony orchestra, ensembles, music theatre, cabaret, opera and burlesque. 2013 also sees a bicentennial celebration of the life of the Orcadian explorer John Rae.
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Insider Festival Aviemore June 21-23 Ladies and Gentlemen, welcome to Insider 2013. Join us once again, as this year we go Around The World… As always the Insider Festival will be found at Inshriach, near Aviemore, in the highlands of Scotland. So throw caution to the Sirocco, pick your era and come revel in our rose-tinted historical cruise through the most inspiring journeys, voyages and adventurers of all time! www.insiderfestival.com
Solas Festival The Bield at Blackruthven June 21-23
The festival aims to create a generous, hospitable space in Scotland where the arts can be performed and enjoyed by all. The programme www.kirkcudbrightjazzfestival.co.uk also makes space for challenging debate with activists, writers and thinkers from across the political, cultural and religious spectrum. SoEden Festival las Festival offers a creative and enMoffat tertaining programme for festivalwww.stmagnusfestival.com June 7-9 goers of all ages in a safe environment. We already have some amazEden is a welcoming, atmospheric, ing performers and speakers lined family friendly festival, located in Fete de la Musique up, including Karine Polwart, Liz the stunning Raehills Meadows and Edinburgh Lochhead, We Were Promised Jetwill be set across 8 stages from the June 21 packs, Breabach, Iain Morrison, 7th to the 9th June 2013. The Margie Gillis, The National Theatre whole aim behind the festival is to Following its launch on 21 June provide a 3 day celebration of mu- 1982, La Fête de la Musique is now of Scotland and Louise Welsh, and sic, dance, colour, culture and com- celebrated in France every year on we’ll be bringing you news of our guest artists and the Head Space munity built on an ecologicaly this date. This popular international and Soul Space inspirers as soon as sound and carbon friendly set of musical event now takes place in we can. But if you’re already keen principles and to exhibit live music more than 100 countries worldwide. to buy your ticket, pop on over to hand in hand with stunning decora- The Institut Français d’Ecosse has the Box Office. tions and surroundings. celebrated La Fête de la Musique in Edinburgh each year since it was www.solasfestival.co.uk www.edenfestival.co.uk started. Check the Events page at www.ifecosse.org.uk
Glasgow Jazz Festival Glasgow June 26-30 Jazz comprises of a whole range of styles, from trad and Dixie to free jazz, and the GIJF, now in its 27th year, always has had a rich and varied programme. We’ve also reached out to encompass world music, blues and hiphop crossovers, aiming to provide something for everyone. The Late Night Jam Sessions are also a well established regular, and though the venue has changed over the years the excitement of seeing top names jamming into the early hours hasn’t! www.jazzfest.co.uk
Gigha Music Festival Southern Hebrides June 28-30 A bijou festival on the tiny Isle of Gigha in the southern Hebrides. Music from with Heuch! Fred Morrison, Karine Polwart and Lau www.gigha.org.uk
Dundonald Music Festival Dundonald, Ayrshire June 28-30 From a small Ayrshire village with historic attractions comes a weekend of great music and great bands from their open stage as well as sessions in the gazebo and competitions though out the day. A family friendly weekend of entertainment from a small Ayrshire village with historic attractions. www.dundonaldmusicfest.org.uk
Kelburn Garden Party Largs July 6-7 Entertainment is spread across numerous intimate stages, nooks and crannies, just waiting to be discovered at your leisure: The Viewpoint Stage overlooking the burn to Kelburn Castle, The Village Square, at the hub of it all, The Pyramid Stage secluded in the trees, the dance area in The Tall Trees, the Secret Forest with its many hidden delights, the Late Night Ceilidh Tent, The Formal Gardens, and much more besides. www.kelburngardenparty.com
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