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'Off The Record' Returns To Edinburgh Off The Record is to partner with Edinburgh youth music project Totally Sound and digital media project Reel Youth Media to host a day of presentations, seminars and round table discussions for 14 - 25 year olds interested in a career in music. Taking place at Edinburgh’s South Bridge Resource Centre on Saturday 9 December, the event will focus on releasing tracks, organising/ getting gigs, promotion, photography and job opportunities in the music business. Confirmed speakers include songwriter Ross Leighton (Fatherson), Nicky Carder (promoter/ artist manager), Amy Ferguson (producer, BBC Radio Scotland) Chris Beltran (DF Concerts/ Atlantic Records) and photographer Jannica Honey. They will be joined by Ally Gray and Toni Malyn from leading digital music distribution company, EmuBands and representatives from Totally Sound and Reel Youth Media. Additional guests are due to be confirmed before the end of the month.
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Off The Record provides insights from a broad range of industry professionals and past attendees have picked up airplay (including BBC Radio Scotland), festival bookings and a range of work opportunities as a result of taking part. Off The Record event manager Fraser Fulton had this to say: “We are really pleased to be able to offer one last Off The Record of 2017 following our sold out Edinburgh and Glasgow events. It is also really exciting to be delivering this Off The Record in partnership with Totally Sound and Reel Youth Media as both projects strive hard to help young creatives and have a lot to offer the Scottish music scene.” Reel Youth Media project coordinator Stephen Tierney has also welcomed the partnership: "Reel Youth Media are delighted to be able to work with Off The Record on their upcoming youth music networking event. Our team of young digital creatives will be designing promotional artwork, photographing the event, and recording and producing video and audio content. It is fantastic that Off The Record is providing this opportunity and we are really looking forward to the event."
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The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra (SNJO) presents SPIRIT OF LIGHT composed by Tommy Smith and featuring Kurt Elling and Cappella Nova Spirit of Light is a celebration in music and song that combines the sacred and the secular in an illuminating new work composed by Tommy Smith.
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The celebrated jazz vocalist Kurt Elling and the ten voices of Cappella Nova will join the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra to perform this new music inspired by the seasonal iconography of the Star, Three Kings, Christmas Night, Winter Snow and the dawning of Christmas Day, and featuring settings of poetry by eminently humanitarian writers such as Liz Lochhead, Rainer Maria Rilke, Norman MacCaig, Robert Frost, Franz Wright, Jim Heynen, and St. Francis of Assisi. Kurt Elling is a profoundly versatile American singer and a Grammy Award winner who is recognised worldwide as a leading figure in jazz. He is noted for his ability to transcend genre through his dedication to the power of song and the strength of great melody. Cappella Nova is Scotland’s finest vocal consort, noted for its unrivalled reputation as champions of Scotland’s unique treasury of early vocal
music and their dedication to original music by contemporary composers like James MacMillan and John Tavener. Tommy Smith is a leading light in European jazz, first and foremost as one of the best saxophonists of his generation, and latterly as the founder and director of the SNJO. He will join the orchestra for Spirit of Light as principal instrumental soloist. The songs of Spirit of Light summon the traditional, the hymnal, the poetic and the modern for a series of memorable performances in the acoustic splendour of Scotland’s finest Cathedrals. As we approach the turn of the year, a time for reflection and observation, Spirit of Light is the sound of hope restored and optimism renewed with strong messages of lasting peace, quiet joy and genuine understanding. We warmly welcome audiences, young and old, to share in this extraordinary choral and orchestral jazz experience.
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Phil Cunningham’s 'Christmas Songbook' returns in December Glasgow, Edinburgh, Stirling, Perth & Aberdeen Following the huge success and popularity of Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook over the last 11 years, he is delighted to announce they will be returning once again and this time taking to the road for 6 shows in Aberdeen, Perth, Stirling, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Teemed with jovial anecdotes, modern and traditional Christmas music and exquisite musicianship that will tug at ones heartstrings, it is indeed “the perfect way to fill up your festive fuel tank” The Scotsman. Phil will be joined by some of the finest musicians on the Scottish folk scene including: Eddi Reader, Karen Matheson, John McCusker, Kris Drever, Ian Carr and Kevin McGuire along with a special guest Brass Band.
vocalist of Celtic supergroup, Capercaillie and one of "the finest Gaelic singers alive today" Billboard Magazine. Kris Drever, BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year 2017. The Orcadian singer and guitarist is part of the backbone of today’s contemporary roots What can you say about Phil Cunningham, a superb scene and is widely admired as a solo artist, innovative instrumentalist, with not simply the fastest collaborator, and member of folk superstars, Lau. fingers in the West but some of the most sensitive Also joining Phil are multi-instrumentalist, John ones, too! He is fondly remembered from his days McCusker, one of Scotland’s most accomplished and with Silly Wizard and Relativity and as witty musical versatile musicians in any genre who has worked with partner of the great Shetland fiddler, Aly Bain. Also artists as diverse as Mark Knopfler, Paul Weller and widely recognised from his television and radio Patti Smith, Teenage Fanclub and Billy Connolly; Ian presenting, he has been involved in some of the Carr, who is known for his original and eclectic seminal programmes that have enabled Scottish approach to traditional music guitar and has music to walk tall, a true ambassador for traditional established an instantly recognisable sound that has music. Also a humourist, his breezy banter can have influenced countless musicians and Kevin McGuire a 2000-seat hall falling about in the aisles. who is a highly sought after double bassist who has Phil often keeps high company and no less is true for performed with the likes of Karine Polwart and Kate Rusby. this year’s special Christmas gathering. A powerful mix of lead vocalists include the inimitable Eddi Make sure to oil your vocal Reader, who has celebrated a career spanning over 3 decades and has effortlessly developed into one of chords and bring the family! popular music’s most thrilling and affecting GIGnotes: Catch Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook performers. With an MBE for outstanding in December @ Sat 16: STIRLING – The Albert Halls :: Sun contributions to the arts, 3 BRIT awards, a #1 single 17: PERTH - Perth Concert Hall :: Mon 18: ABERDEEN – Beach Ballroom :: Tues 19: GLASGOW - Glasgow Royal and 8 critically acclaimed solo albums, Eddi is considered to be “one of Scotland’s greatest national Concert Hall :: Thurs 21: EDINBURGH - Queen’s Hall :: Fri treasures” The Scotsman. Karen Matheson OBE, is 22: EDINBURGH - Queen’s Hall www.facebook.com/philschristmassongbook recognized the world over as the haunting lead
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REWIND: a unique snapshot of the Scottish music scene 1970-1990s "The Scottish Music Centre's task is to champion the wealth of talent that abounds in Scotland's musical community"
REWIND is a unique collection celebrating / recalling the Scottish Music Scene: 1970-1990s. You are invited to join former A&R man and music consultant Ronnie Gurr in conversation with radio broadcaster Billy Sloan at Scottish Music Centre on 30 November.
and delivering a wide range of services to musicians in Scotland. The centre is a PRS for Music Talent Development Partner and Help Musicians UK National Grants Programme Awardee. The organisation runs music projects Music Plus+ and Hit The Road. Ronnie Gurr
The pair celebrate, reminisce and share anecdotes from this special collection on loan to Scottish Music Centre from Ronnie. The archive contains: rare demo tapes, radio broadcasts, live performances and photographs providing an insightful, entertaining and unique snapshot of the Scottish Music scene throughout the 1970s-1990s. The event entry is by donation (towards Scottish Music Centre's archive digitisation programme) with a complimentary dram on arrival from 6pm SUGGESTED minimum donation ÂŁ2.50 Scottish Music Centre is a membership organisation, with over 100 composer members / creative businesses, a registered Charity and national hub and information point, representing all areas of the industry
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WIDE DAYS ANNOUNCES 2018 DATES & SUPER EARLY-BIRD DELEGATE PASSES Buy early bird tickets @ www.widedays.com/tickets
Tickets for the awardwinning Wide Days music business convention went on sale on 14 November, with a super-early bird discount available for the full range of accreditations. Taking place in Edinburgh on 20-21 April 2018, the event combines a one-day conference, with an evening of multi-genre showcases by seven of Scotland’s most promising acts, while the second day focuses on a range of networking activities including a guided coach tour and whisky tasting. Details of the first panel topics and speakers are due to be announced in early December, with long-standing partners including PPL, University of the Highlands & Islands, Eventbrite, EmuBands, EUSA and the Scottish Music Industry Association already committed to the 2018 convention. “Wide Days 2017 was our most successful event yet and thanks to our partners and the support of Creative Scotland and PRS Foundation, we were able to offer more for delegates, artists and speakers,” says the event’s founder, Olaf Furniss, adding that an independent survey carried out by Culture Republic found 70% of attendees were very satisfied and 28% satisfied with their experience.
The Spook School showcase at La Belle Angele during Wide Days 2017 :: photo by Jannica Honey are very much looking forward to meeting our partners, customers and new artists at the convention." This is echoed by Peter Leathem, chief executive at PPL:
“We are proud to be able to continue our support of Wide Days with PPL now being a sponsor of the convention for the eighth year running,” he says. “We are looking forward to two packed days of programming covering a wide range of pertinent music industry topics. We are also excited about what the showcases have in store; Scotland’s musical output remains as strong as ever and that is “Wide Days is one of the most important why we feel it is essential to support an voices for Scottish music," says Katie initiative that recognises, champions and McPhee, head of music, arts & puts a spotlight on the best new music entertainment marketing at Eventbrite, coming out of the country.” which is sponsoring the 2018 www.widedays.com showcases.: Moreover, based on the responses of a third of attendees, Wide Days generated over £400,000 of business for participants in the five months after it took place, delivering benefits for both delegates and showcase acts including The Ninth Wave, Declan Welsh & The Decadent West, The Spook School and Emme Woods.
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Nordoff Robbins Scotland Announce Special Rock 'N' Roll Brunch With The Temperance Movement At The Hard Rock Cafe Glasgow In celebration of The Temperance Movement's award nomination and performance at the upcoming SSE Scottish Music Awards, Nordoff Robbins Scotland are delighted to host an exclusive intimate gig on Sunday 26 November ahead of the award ceremony on 2 December. Nordoff Robbins Scotland and sponsors SSE today announce previous Rolling Stones support band and all-round Scottish icons The Temperance Movement as Hard Rock Heals Foundation Best Rock nominees and performers at 2017’s edition of the SSE Scottish Music Awards. To celebrate their nomination at the prestigious event, The Temperance Movement will host a rock’n’roll brunch in Glasgow’s Hard Rock Café’s private room on Sunday 26 November, just five days before the awards themselves, giving fans an exclusive brunch experience with an acoustic set from singer Phil Campbell and Matt White. The event will raise money for Nordoff Robbins Scotland, the country’s largest music therapy charity, which provides music therapy to over 400 vulnerable children and adults across the country every week, from Dundee and Perth to Glasgow and Edinburgh.
within the private Hard Rock Cafe live room. Tickets are LIMITED. The one-off brunch will begin at 12.30pm with teas and coffees served, followed be an acoustic set, breakfast rolls and pastries plus the chance to meet the band! The band will perform at the awards ceremony, held in Glasgow’s Old Fruitmarket on Saturday 2 December, alongside Scottish superstars Emeli Sande, Nina Nesbitt and Lewis Capaldi. The SSE Scottish Music Awards celebrates the best of the Scottish music industry while simultaneously playing a role as the main fundraising event for Nordoff Robbins Scotland since 1996, providing vital funds for music therapy sessions for those who need it most. Speaking about The Temperance Movement’s nomination and upcoming performance at the SSE Scottish Music Awards, lead singer Phil Campbell said: "We feel so honoured to be nominated for an award at the SSE Scottish Music Awards especially in this category, with such a strong local scene in Scotland and to be recognised in my hometown is amazing. We can’t wait to perform in Glasgow again and to be supporting Nordoff Robbins Scotland is really special as we all believe in the power of music therapy, so see you at Hard Rock Cafe!” Set to release a brand new album A Deeper Cut next year, The Temperance Movement’s new release is set to emerge on the 16th February and will be followed by a massive jaunt around Europe which includes a return to Glasgow's hallowed Barrowland Ballroom. Tickets for all shows will be available for purchase from Friday 3 November as well as pre-orders for the record itself. Check out all tour details here via their official website.
2016’s winners and attendees included Travis, Amy MacDonald, The Lapelles and Twin Atlantic and 2017 looks to be even bigger and better than before.
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This exclusive event will give fans the chance to get up-close with Phil Campbell and Matt White from The Temperance Movement as they provide the rock ‘n’ roll soundtrack to a small brunch in the Hard Rock Cafe’s private room. Taking place on a lazy Sunday afternoon in a private setting in the centre of Glasgow, fans will be treated to a special afternoon with one of the UK’s best live bands. Not only that, but £6 proceeds from ticket price will go direct to Nordoff Robbins Scotland and using music therapy to support those who need it most across the country. Watch the promotional video @ http://bit.do/ttmvideo The Temperance Movement are nominated for the Hard Rock Heals Foundation Best Rock award at the 19th SSE Scottish Music Awards, acknowledging their hit records, sold-out shows across the country and stint supporting rock’n’roll royalty The Rolling Stones on tour. The rockers recently headlined Glasgow’s Tenement Trail festival in September to a sold out O2 ABC and the band, who only formed in 2011, are fronted by Glasgow born-vocalist Phil Campbell who will lend his voice to a stripped back set at the Hard Rock Cafe, followed by brunch with his fans and pals alike. Tickets are £10 with proceeds supporting Nordoff Robbins Scotland’s work with music therapists across the country and can be purchased - buy @ http://bit.ly/2ij9CGa Tickets include entrance to the exclusive acoustic gig, breakfast rolls and a brilliant expereince
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Scotland’s Newest Music Industry Event 'Resonate' Announce Exciting Collaboration With Help Musicians UK RESONATE Glasgow – Scotland’s newest music industry event - was thrilled to reveal recently an exciting collaboration with Help Musicians UK. The partnership saw HMUK offer 50 subsidised delegate passes to the event in partnership with 23rd Precinct. HMUK is the official charity partner of the event – which took place in the brilliant BAaD venue in Glasgow’s east end on Thursday 16 November. RESONATE 2017 focused on industry training, business development, innovation and collaboration and celebrated the vibrant Scottish music industry during the November event, which featured a phenomenal line-up including keynote speech from the BPI’s Ged Doherty, DF Concerts CEO Geoff Ellis plus panel discussion around ‘women in music’ and much more. The new industry event also featured exciting masterclasses, workshops and live music; all of which aim to inform, educate and provide ample opportunity for Scottish creatives to develop their careers in the ever-changing industry. Claire Gevaux, HMUK’s Director of Scotland said: “We are delighted to be the charity partner for Resonate Glasgow. Supporting the bursary scheme by enabling those who couldn’t afford to attend this inaugural event underpins our commitment, as the leading independent music charity, to supporting artists and the industry in Scotland. "As part of the partnership, we offered discounted places to emerging artists and music industry professionals, who may not otherwise
Resonate is taking over Glasgow's Barra's Art & Design on 16 November be able to afford to attend. The general admission fee is £75, however HMUK has contributed two thirds of this cost, for 50 attendees.”
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THE PEATBOG FAERIES :: album :: 'Live@25' release date - 8 December @ www.peatbogfaeries.com/index.php?id=10 The Peatbog Faeries have a new album - Live@25. Given that this is a band that is so renowned for live performances, a live album is the appropriate way to celebrate 25 years in the business.
The band was twice rewarded with “Best Live Act” at the Scottish Trad Awards and has been nominated for the ”Best Live Act” at the Radio 2 Folk Awards. In 2016 the Peatbogs received the Landmark Award from Hands Up for Trad (Scottish Trad Awards) for their contribution to Scottish Traditional music.
The dynamic intensity of their live performances is well known to festival goers all over the world. This album offers a superbly recorded and mastered version from two of their live gigs. It captures the diversity of the inspiration that goes into their compositions and the tightness of a unit that has honed their craft over the years. What a recording of a live performance like this gives you is a night when the individual musicians, each with the confidence and freedom to express themselves, are lifted to another level by the crowd. The last track on the album is a fresh treat. It’s the first live outing of a brand new track not available on any previous albums. The album was recorded over two nights in a barn in deepest Much Marcle, Herefordshire and the Hebridean Celtic Festival. GIGnotes: As part of Celtic Connections, the band play the Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow, on the 26 January.
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davesnewbike :: album :: 'The Tin Can and the Flood' release date - out now @ www.davesnewbike.com
davesnewbike is a Scottish band creating original, rootsy pop for grown-ups. Their second album, The Tin Can and the Flood was released on 6 October as a CD and to stream or download on their own Fogo Records imprint.
your boots', while other highlights include the title track and Candy Floss; an almost-mellow meditation on memory in the age of smart phones. The rich textures of the 11 song set are further enhanced by a number of guests, most notably Mary Erskine (aka Me For Queen) who adds cello and duets with Tom on Devils We Are.
Having garnered airplay and positive reviews following the release of wanderlust, the band are looking to reach a wider audience with The Tin Can and the Flood, and have been promoting the album with a short film and a series of autumn shows, including several of their special Stone Kick-started by singer-songwriter Tom Houston Soup music and spoken word nights in and the electric guitar of Kris Jozajtis, the bike is Edinburgh. With more to be confirmed, the bike propelled by Sam Wilson on bass and the has the following dates currently lined up: percussion of Simon Jaquet. Tom's last, largely 'Love it!...A bit of Leonard Cohen,...Nick Cave,... acoustic, solo album was the Neill McColl produced Open the Skylights in 2013, while Kris Tom Waits,...Chris Isaak....Everything about this is also a member of recently reformed post-punk enterprise is terrific, apart from the fact they're called davesnewbike!' – Mark Radcliffe, BBC grunge merchants Folk Devils.
6Music **** 'the Bike's sound has expanded in several interesting directions' – Dave Esson, Scottish Daily Express 'an unusual band' – Iain Anderson, BBC Radio Scotland GIGnotes: Saturday 2 December – 'Stone Soup' with special guests Rory Butler and Katherine Stewart, at Leith Depot, Edinburgh
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Uniting this odd couple was a quest for intelligent modern songs transcending the mid-life experience. Following initial shows as a duo, the incorporation of Simon and Sam, both from acidfolk legends Caedmon and East Coast ceilidh band Flaming Nora, made for a bigger, louder, and more exciting bike. Their 2015 debut wanderlust also featured the 'turbo-boost' sax of Ken Chernoff. But his migration enabled a new approach which pays rich dividends on The Tin Can and the Flood. A more ambitious collection than their debut, the new album's reference points range from folk, country, rock and punk, through to tangos, psychedelia and beyond, all serving Houston's distinctive, compelling songs. Lead single, The Cobbler is a palette-refreshing combination of smart wordplay and raw, swinging, guitar-pop which will put 'soul into
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TREES DON'T TRAVEL :: album :: 'Flood' release date - out now @ www.treesdonttravel.com/store.html/Flood-Album-p81468502 Trees Don't Travel are pleased to announce the national release of their second album, 'Flood' – released locally in CD format recently and now available on all digital platforms for download.
telling tales of tragedy, love, death and things in beyond their between. homesteads, and this year have Trees Dont Travel are a 5 piece band from played festivals and around Aberfeldy and Dunkeld, in Scotland's 'Big a pre-launch tour of Tree' country in Highland Perthshire. Their Holland amongst unique sound is variously described as 'Big Tree others, as well as Country Americana', 'Bluegrass', 'strangely locally where they Doors-ish' – it's all original material. have an enthusiastic In this new album they continue their tradition of Contrary to the name, they do get out travelling following. They have played Scotland's most-loved festival Belladrum, supported the highly acclaimed Woody Pines and appeared on Scottish Television show 'Riverside'. And recently appeared at the Glad Cafe in Glasgow with Hannah Aldridge. Their debut album ‘Rooted’ was released in 2015. Trees Don't Travel Are: Alastair Irvine, Rhythm Guitar; Henry Murdoch, Vocals; James Smith, Drums; Ricky Caplan, Lead Guitar; George Baxter, Bass.
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ROSIE BANS :: ALBUM :: 'Identify Yourself' release date - out now @ www.rosiebans.bandcamp.com/album/identify-yourself
Identify Yourself (Noise Bars Records) is the debut album by Glasgow Sophisti-pop singer songwriter and producer Rosie Bans. Released on 27 October the 11-track album is a collection of self-penned songs and is the musician’s fifth release in the last three years.
writes about her own experiences, exploring how Sitar with the we can each understand mental health better, piano and is a and therefore develop into healthier people. heartfelt ode to Rosie’s Rosie said; “Depression and mental health Grandfather, an taught me a lot about who I am. I believe it’s immigrant from important to learn how to identify ourselves in India; I Won’t Fade life, otherwise the world will do it for us and Into The Shade is a that's when our internal problems arise.” humorous and Identify Yourself opens with Instincts, a funky quirky track about pop track with drum grooves by Doug Kemp Rosie’s experience (Tinderbox Orchestra), exploring the internal of being bullied in school for “being a ginger”; dialogue about not ignoring the red flags at the and It’s Been Nice is an uplifting pop dance start of a new relationship; No Apologies, a number dealing with the theme of ending a Recorded in Glasgow, and funded by Creative catchy pop song with strong soulful elements, relationship. Scotland, Identify Yourself fuses funk, soul, pop explores the frustration of feeling you are owed and jazz and takes the listener on a raw, honest an apology from a loved one; Home, a love song Although dealing with heavier, real world subject and heartfelt journey exploring the struggles we about Scotland, has a strong folk-pop feel, lifted matter, Identify Yourself soundly captures Rosie’s love of soulful pop music and confidently face in finding happiness. With a strong desire to by the lush layers of Scots fiddler Jack Smedley presents an eclectic and engaging album of ideas increase awareness of mental health, Rosie Bans (Rura); the intoxicating Bloodline blends the that, says Rosie “can be listened to on one of two levels; enjoyed as a straight up catchy pop record or, if you wish to dig a little deeper the listener can engage in the underlying poignant messages behind each song.” The album artwork has been specially commissioned and painted by Edinburgh based artist Shona Hardie. Rosie Bans is a fierce Glaswegian independent artist. Drawing inspiration from the songwriting skills of Imogen Heap, Amanda Palmer and Tori Amos, she is a far cry from many of the pianopop singer-songwriters dominating the industry today. Musically educated at The Ian Tomlin School of Music, Edinburgh, Rosie Bans’ compositions stitch soulful elements together with jazz, soul, pop, rock and punk. With these "honest, sonically complex and inspiring creations, Bans succeeds in fusing together varying musical styles" (Gig Slutz) to create a fresh and really exciting original sound. "a talented writer of intensity and integrity" The Musician Magazine "honest, sonically complex and inspiring creations" Gigslutz
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download THE FIRRENES
GUN
PONS AELIUS
Time and Place/Destitution Row
Favourite Pleasures
Captain Glen's Comfort
single (Double A Side) cd / 10" vinyl Release Date: Out Now
Recorded at Chamber Studio in Edinburgh, this twotrack single captures the songs 'Time and Place' and 'Destitution Row' in new arrangements written especially for this release. The first cut has an earlyseventies, American rock feel and speaks of a special and unique moment in life, while the second number incorporates a horn section and choral backing, reflecting on aspects of life in today's UK. Listen/Watch: www.julianwagstaff.com/thefirrenes/ Available from: iTunes + Spotify www.TheFirrenes.com
album - cd / vinyl / download / stream Release Date: 15 September
album / cd / Release Date: 8 September
Captain Glen’s Comfort is the much awaited debut album from one of the folk scene’s fastest rising bands, GUN’s seventh studio album, ‘Favourite Pleasures‘ – out Pons Aelius. Due out on September the 8th, the album on September 15th – stands proudly alongside the very showcases the sextet’s expansive sound and unique best of their work. The band will be showcasing tracks approach to the traditional music of Britain and beyond; from the album in 3 live dates in December. Informed from fiery bagpipe jigs to tender mandolin fronted by a back-to-basics approach tempered by an innate soundscapes, and everything in between. Since winning sense for melody, the record was made in the band’s a prestigious Celtic Connections Danny Kyle Award in own Morse Code studios in Paisley. It’s an album that their early days, Pons Aelius have spent the last two dances on a knife-edge, one that can turn on a single years tirelessly honing their sound on stages both at note from the raw pain of emotions hitting the rocks, to home and abroad, quickly earning themselves a an unbridled celebration of hedonism. reputation as one of the most exciting new names on the circuit. Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/user/gunofficialuk Listen/Watch: www.ponsaeliusmusic.com/videos Available from: Available from: https://gun.tmstor.es/ www.birnamcdshop.com
Live dates: www.julianwagstaff.com/thefirrenes/
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DOUGIE MacLEAN
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ULTRAS DAVE ARCARI
New Tomorrow
Ultras
album :: cd Release Date: Out Now
New Tomorrow is the new studio album by leading singer–songwriter Dougie MacLean; written, recorded and produced with his son Jamie MacLean. It combines a few songs which have already proved popular at his recent concerts along with a selection of brand new songs. The album is beautifully curated and includes the title track New Tomorrow, one of his most popular concert songs The Shadow of the Mountain and Wild and Windy Night, which features choruses recorded at Woodford Festival in Australia and at MacLean’s own much-loved Perthshire Amber Festival. Listen/Watch: www.dougiemaclean.com Available from: www.dougiemaclean.com/index.php/shop Live dates: www.dougiemaclean.com/index.php/tour-dates www.dougiemaclean.com
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The Live EP
EP download / stream Release Date: out now Four live tracks trailing Dave Arcari’s forthcoming Live at Memorial Hall album which is released on 1 September on double 180g coloured vinyl, special edition digipak CD and download/ streaming formats. These tracks do not feature on the vinyl or CD format releases and are exclusive to this digital EP. Listen/Watch: One Side Blind: https://youtu.be/z_QO0F_Dnw0 Stagolee: https://youtu.be/z_QO0F_Dnw0 Available from: FREE via https://davearcari.com/free-download-live-ep/ or paid from:
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album vinyl / download / stream Release Date: out now With 6 producers and 9 musicians across 12 tracks, ULTRAS is the brainchild of songwriter Gav Prentice, formerly of euphoric pop duo Over the Wall. Describing the project as "violent pop for the patronised", ULTRAS combines elements of rock, electronica, folk, and hip-hop, the collaborative nature of the album inspired by the latter genre's sonically chopped-up mixtape culture. Listen/Watch: http://ULTRASband.com as a hub for all of the various sites you can listen. Available from: https://hellothor.bandcamp.com/album/ultras Also available in LP Records and Love Music in Glasgow and VoxBox Music in Edinburgh and to stream on Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal et al. Live dates: http://ULTRASband.com http://ULTRASband.com www.facebook.com/ULTRASband https://twitter.com/ULTRASband
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download BOB LESLIE
PAUL ANDERSON
AULD NEW HEIDS
Land and Sea
The High Summit
AULD NEW HEIDS - Volume 1
After many years as a well-known face on the band circuit, Bob Leslie’s re-invention of himself as an acoustic performer resulted in two well-received Americana CDs - In a Different World (2010) and Fat Cat (2011) - and a re-launch onto the folk circuit. There, his highly-crafted songs - some serious, some very funny indeed - had audiences showing lively appreciation. However, more and more, Bob found himself drawn to the challenge of writing in a more traditional Scottish vein - a medium, as it turned out, ideal for a musical storyteller.
Paul Anderson from Royal Deeside in Aberdeenshire is one of Scotland’s finest traditional fiddle players and The High Summit is his third album of self penned music and song. Like The Singing Land and Land of the Standing Stones before it, The High Summit celebrates the history, landscape and people of Paul’s beautiful North-East homeland. Joining Paul on The High Summit are a group of exceptional artists, highly respected in their own right and adding their own touch of magic to the album. Shona Donaldson on vocals (Scots Singer of the Year 2009 and first female winner of the Bothy Ballad Champion of Champions), Tony McManus on guitar (worldrenowned Scottish guitarist now based in Canada), Malcolm Jones on guitar and accordion (Runrig), Ale Carr on Cittern (Dreamer’s Circus), Ali Napier on keyboards (Miami Vince and former member of the Dougie MacLean Band) and James Gorgon on percussion (Albany show band and The Cutting Edge).
album / cd Release Date: 25 July
Land and Sea is the result: twelve narrative songs, their subjects ranging from the Highland Clearances to a Stromness witch who told Walter Scott a few tales. Bob is accompanied by some of the brightest talents on the Scottish folk scene. Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com www.bobleslie.scot
album / cd / Release Date: 22 July
Listen/Watch: https://youtu.be/WXXTHyWfZwo Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com
album cd Release Date: 10 July
This album embraces all that was great about the golden days of the scottish folk scene in the 1960s/70s. It is a catalogue of some of the best and most popular songs of the time written by folk legends such as Ewan MacColl, Alex Campbell, Hamish Henderson, Matt McGinn, Archie Fisher, Jim McLean and Mary Brookesbank. Also Robert Burns and Sir Walter Scott have a song each on the album. A quartet of four of Scotland’s most experienced performers brings together the vocal talents of brothers IAN and FRASER BRUCE along with the exceptional musical skills of PETE CLARK on fiddle and GREGOR LOWREY on accordion. It has to be said that IAN BRUCE is pretty efficient on guitar, to complete the instrumental section. Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com
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ALEX TRONIC
TRIPWIRE DC
featuring SHUNA LOVELLE
LOU McLEAN
Dark Alley Brave About It EP download Release Date: 10 July
Brave About It is the new ep from Alex Tronic which features Shuna Lovelle. It is currently on rotation on Chill FM with radio support from DJs such as Jamie Porteous at Ibiza Global and Jim Gellatly at Amazing Radio Listen/Watch: www.alextronicrecords.co.uk Available from: www.alextronicrecords.co.uk Live dates: Ibiza Dj Sets in September www.alextronic.co.uk www.twitter.com/AlexTroniclabel www.soundcloud.com/alex-tronic-records
Good Morning Easter Road EP cd / download / stream Release Date: 9 June
‘Good Morning Easter Road’ is the 2nd EP from Scottish musician Lou Mclean. This record is a peek into Mclean’s life, expressed through witty storytelling in her inimitable riot grrrl pop style. "a gem of the Scottish underground scene" Tenement TV * * * * - The Skinny Listen/Watch: www.facebook.com/loumcleanmusic/ https://loumcleanmusic.bandcamp.com/releases https://m.soundcloud.com/lou-mclou www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nAwTQeml_4 Available from: https://loumcleanmusic.bandcamp.com/releases The Scottish Design Exchange Tempo Tea Bar, Edinburgh ITunes, Deezer, Amazon Live dates: www.facebook.com/pg/loumcleanmusic www.facebook.com/loumcleanmusic https://twitter.com/LouMcleanMusic https://loumcleanmusic.bandcamp.com/
album cd / download / stream Release Date: 1 June
The Tripwire DC sound is a colourful blend of Punky/Reggae & Rock with a bit of Ska lobbed in. Energetic male and female vocals are complimented with blistering guitar and a driving rhythm section. Reggae nods are nodded towards mid-70’s London, punk to ‘77 & rock horns are lifted skywards to the Rainbow. Listen/Watch: spotify @ http://spoti.fi/2rSRGr6 www.soundcloud.com/user-972139164 Available from: iTunes Google Play @ http://bit.ly/2rjb8OW Amazon @ http://amzn.to/2rj5oEQ Live dates: www.tripwiredc.co.uk/gigs www.tripwiredc.co.uk www.facebook.com/TRIPWIREDC
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download ANDREW TAYLOR
ADRIANA SPINA
From the Outside Looking In
Let Out The Dark
album - cd / download / stream / Released: 10 June This is the first solo recording from the front man, songwriter and producer of Scottish alt.country, powerpop band, Dropkick. These songs were written at various points in the last 15 years and draw upon a variety of influences, mixing pop, alternative rock and Americana. The album was recorded in Dropkick’s Edinburgh studio with all instruments and vocals being performed and recorded by Andrew. Listen/Watch: https://dropkickmusic.bandcamp.com/ www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_f58_l7S3k www.rockindiana.com Available from: https://dropkickmusic.bandcamp.com/album/from-the-outside-looking-in
All usual download and streaming sites (amazon / Spotify / apple music / itunes / deezer etc…)
Live dates: Short acoustic set at Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival, near Inverness 5 Aug + possible Spanish dates later www.dropkickmusic.co.uk www.facebook.com/dropkickmusic https://twitter.com/dropkickmusic
album cd / vinyl / download Release Date: 24 March
WE CAME FROM WOLVES The Peak Beneath the Sea
single / stream Release Date: 5 May via Struck Dum Records.
We Came From Wolves latest single The Peak Beneath The Sea is a bold, emotive alt rock track that sees the Adriana Spina’s second album, released almost six years Scottish four-piece bare their heart on their sleeves. after her first, is more raw and guitar-driven that its The track is due for release on 5th May 2017 via Struck predecessor. Let Out The Dark features Ross Dum Records. The band’s previous single, Places McFarlane (Texas, The Proclaimers) on drums, and Unfamiliar, addressed mental health issues such as comprises of ten songs which touch on themes from depression and anxiety, which some of the band have lost love and infidelity to atheism and the refugee crisis. experienced. However, The Peak Beneath The Sea turns a corner as the band look towards the future, Listen/Watch: finding a away to live with these issues. www.adrianaspina.com/music Listen/Watch: www.soundcloud.com/adspina Links from 5 May www.adrianaspina.bandcamp.com Available from: Available from: www.wecamefromwolves.bandcamp.com www.adrianaspina.com/shop www.struckdumrecords.bandcamp.com www.adrianaspina.bandcamp.com & iTunes/Spotify etc Also available via iTunes and all other popular download Live dates: sites from 24 March http://wecamefromwolves.co.uk/ www.adrianaspina.com www.facebook.com/wecamefromwolves www.facebook.com/adrianaspinamusic https://twitter.com/WCFWmusic www.twitter.com/adrianamusic www.youtube.com/wcfwtv
PYRO
EUGENE TWIST JENNY STURGEON
Forget The Silver Lining EP cd / download / stream Release Date: 28 April
Debut EP from PYRO featuring their 1st and 2nd single Money and Green and their latest single Sandpaper Throat. This EP shows the diversity of PYRO’s songs from the massive Green to the more melodic Sandpaper Throat Listen/Watch: www.soundcloud.com/pyromusicband http://bit.ly/2riQjTc Available from: iTunes, spotify etc…. Live dates: Friday 19 May – Stramash Edinburgh – Yellow Movement Friday – Free entry – over 18s Friday 16 June – Sneaky Petes Edinburgh – 7pm - £6 entry – Over 14s www.officialpyro.com www.facebook.com/pyromusicband www.twitter.com/pyromusicband
The Stuntman The Wren and The Salt Air album cd / download / stream Release Date: 17 February
‘The Wren And The Salt Air’ is a collection of songs and tunes by acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Jenny Sturgeon. It was written to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Scottish archipelago of St Kilda becoming a World Heritage Site for its natural features. 'Musically superb, absolutely fascinating and utterly charming' Shire Folk. Listen/Watch: https://jennysturgeon.bandcamp.com
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album download / stream Release Date: out now
With a lyrical arena boasting whistleblowers, extraterrestrials and self-cannibalisation, Eugene Twist's highly anticipated second album arrives with one mission: to let the storyteller run riot inside the song. From spat-out surrealism to politicised anthems and mystical ballads, 'The Stuntman' is the latest from the unbounded imagination of Eugene Twist. Listen/Watch: https://eugenetwist.bandcamp.com www.youtube.com/yooteeyoob https://spoti.fi/2iut838 Available from: http://bit.ly/et-album http://apple.co/2iYEoWy www.eugenetwist.bandcamp.com www.eugenetwist.co.uk www.facebook.com/eugenetwistmusic www.twitter.com/EugeneTwist
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download EVERING
LISA KOWALSKI
THULA BORAH
Beyond Oceans
Free Spirits
Near Life Experience
Debut EP by 17 year old singer songwriter from Paisley funded by Paisley 2021 City of Culture bid and including four specially selected songs which reflect Lisa's personal and musical journey to date. Lyrics and melodies to express feelings, responses and reactions to people and places encountered.
Putting down a marker for all rock bands in 2017, Thula Borah have produced one of the best records you're likely to hear all year, creating a sound that defies any one genre; switching seamlessly from post-rock, posthardcore and dream-pop to grunge, indie-rock and emo. Indeed, Thula Borah have taken post-hardcore sensibilities and fuzzed out, meaty riffs and amalgamated them with catchy hooks that demand your attention.
EP (+single 'Driftwood' / download / stream Release Date: 21 April Beyond Oceans is the second EP release from Evering, out on the 21st April 2017. This collection of four songs grew out of the reality of being adrift in the aftermath of the exit from a relationship. The EP songs, title and cover art all capture a theme similar to the mindset held at that time: Keep making a concious effort to avoid dwelling on the bad bits and instead, persevere, point yourself in a good direction and keep going until you get to where you want to be. Listen/Watch: https://soundcloud.com/everingmusic https://www.youtube.com/user/Everingmusic https://evering.bandcamp.com single @ www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCUILVVs9fc Available from: https://evering.bandcamp.com Live Dates: www.everingmusic.com/live www.everingmusic.com www.facebook.com/everingmusic https://twitter.com/everingmusic
EP cd / download Release Date: 21 April
Listen/Watch: www.facebook.com/pg/lisakowalskimusic/videos/
EP cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Listen/Watch: https://thulaborah.bandcamp.com
Available from: Available on Spotify, I tunes and all major platforms. CDs from Feel the Groove Records Paisley, New Hellfire Available from: https://thulaborah.bandcamp.com Club Glasgow https://twitter.com/lkowalskimusic www.facebook.com/lisakowalskimusic/
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DANNY MORTIMER
NORRIE McCULLOCH RAB NOAKES
Out Of The Blue
Bare Along The Branches album cd / vinyl (tbc) / download / stream Release Date: 24 February
Norrie McCulloch’s third full-length album in as many years effortlessly merges folk, country, americana and indie genres. Recorded live to analogue tape with regular collaborators: Dave McGowan (Teenage Fanclub), Stuart Kidd and Marco Rea (The Wellgreen), Iain Thompson (Bella Hardy band) and Iain Sloan (Wynntown Marshals) this is his most accomplished collection of songs to date. Listen/Watch: www.soundcloud.com/norriemcculloch www.norriemcculloch.bandcamp.com www.norriemcculloch.com/music--video Available from: www.norriemcculloch.bandcamp.com www.norriemcculloch.com/shop (and most good independent record stores) www. norriemcculloch.com
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The Treatment Tapes EP cd / download Release Date: 20 January
In January 2015, Rab Noakes was diagnosed with tonsillar cancer. Thirty radiotherapy sessions ensued. The post-treatment recovery included singing and, of course, writing songs. Six of those songs are on Rab’s new record. There’s no self-pity though, here you’ll find defiance, resilience, love, support and, hopefully, wit.
EP cd / download / stream Release Date: Out Now
Guitar-Based Melodic Rock Music from the North East Of Scotland. Solid, chunky riffs with harmonised leads with rolling bass lines and on point drums. FFO Jimmy Eat World, Ash, Green Day and Lifehouse. Singles "Stay With Me" and "Waiting" taken from "Out Of The Blue" EP. Listen/Watch: http://bit.ly/dm-waiting http://bit.ly/dm-staywithme http://bit.ly/dm-outoftheblue
Listen/Watch: www.rabnoakes.com/shop
Available from: iTunes, Spotify, Amazon MP3, Google Play, Deezer etc. CD @ www.dannymortimer.co.uk
Available from: www.rabnoakes.com and all good online and high street stores
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download RACHEL ALICE JOHNSON Name of release
EP cd / download / stream Release Date: 23 February Since being selected for Creative Scotland's 'Verden Studios Demo Project 15', Rachel Alice Johnson has gone on to perform with her band at such venues as the BBC Scotland Castle Tent and most recently at King Tuts Wah Wah Hit. Inspired by Lana Del Rey, Royal Blood and The Black Keys, her debut EP '2AM' transitions in to a new vibe of sultry rock and toll combined with bass heavy electro-pop.
TEANNAICH Energised
album cd / download Release Date: 9 December
Edinburgh Rock ceilidh band have released their 2nd album Energised. With this album Teannaich has brought their unique band of high energy folk rock ceilidh music from the stage to the studio with 11 great tracks of music which is both great for listening or dancing to.
Listen/Watch: https://soundcloud.com/rachyjohnson/sets/2am/s-Y3gft Listen/Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0owY-D14ruo www.teannaich.com/media.htm Available from:
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EWAN McLENNAN & GEORGE MONBIOT Breaking the Spell of Loneliness album cd / download / stream Release Date: Out Now
A remarkable collaboration between writer George Monbiot and musician Ewan McLennan, seeking to use music and word to open up the issue of loneliness and bring people together. Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com https://soundcloud.com Available from: All usual outlets www.ewanmclennan.co.uk www.monbiot.com
GILCHRIST
PYRO VERSE METRICS
Soul Preacher
Money
single download / stream Release Date: Out Now
Debut video single from Alternative Rock duo PYRO. These 17 year old lads from Bathgate produce a wall of sound that you would expect from a 5 piece band. Connor leads on vocals from behind the drums while Cameron uses one guitar and few friends he calls pedals. A blend of Royal Blood and Foo Fighters. Listen/Watch: YouTube: http://bit.ly/2hBB8My https://soundcloud.com/pyromusicband Available from: itunes Spotify cdBaby apple music www.facebook.com/pyromusicband https://twitter.com/pyromusicband Email: emailpyromusic@gmail.com
We’ll Be Listening and Remembering Until We’re Old and Unsteady EP vinyl / download / stream Release Date: 2 December
'We’ll Be Listening and Remembering Until We’re Old and Unsteady’ is the third EP from Glasgow’s Verse Metrics, a groove-driven 4 piece band with a knack for writing twisty, turny alternative rock songs. Expect post-rock instrumentation with nontraditional song structures; and math-rock subtleties as a bed for Bob Dick’s introspective and often cryptic lyrics. Listen/Watch: http://soundcloud.com/versemetrics http://versemetrics.bandcamp.com http://youtube.com/versemetrics Available from: Vinyl - http://bit.ly/metricsvinyl Download - http://bit.ly/listeningdl iTunes - http://apple.co/2i59smR www.versemetrics.com www.facebook.com/versemetrics http://twitter.com/versemetrics
EP cd / download / stream Release Date: 16 December
Gilchrist are an Edinburgh band playing an exciting fusion of rock, funk and soul. They released their debut album ‘Funky Philosophy’ in November 2014 and have recently been working with award winning producer Steve Power. They are to release 4 EPs over the next year starting with the ‘Soul Preacher’ EP which contains 3 tracks mixed by Steve. Listen/Watch: https://soundcloud.com/gilchrist-2/soul-preacher https://soundcloud.com/gilchrist-2/river-of-tears https://youtu.be/EDZBPoFI7A8 https://youtu.be/b4fID8urlzE https://youtu.be/CnRZ0R29qoc Available from: https://itun.es/gb/V_BKgb www.gilchristfunk.com www.facebook.com/gilchristfunk https://twitter.com/GilchristFunk
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download LOUISE McVEY & CRACKS IN THE CONCRETE Under The Heart
BRITTLE HEAD GIRL
RICHARD BUCHANAN
Fall In Line
Highway Stars
EP cd / download / stream Release Date: 28 October
An unsigned 4 piece indie rock band from Edinburgh. Their influences are varied and include Swervedriver, Ride, Redd Kross, Smashing Pumpkins, Therapy?, Girls Against Boys, Helmet, Alice In Chains and Placebo to Glasgow-based two-piece Louise McVey & Cracks name but a few. Their music has been described by 7Ahead as “…the raucousness of early Nirvana records in the Concrete, Louise McVey (vocals) and Graeme Miller (sound), met in a basement in 2009. jumps out and appears to be revitalised in BHG’s style.” https://t.co/N11Ucdc4 McVey‘s sonorous vocals and Miller’s off kilter album cd / vinyl / download Release Date: 5 December
musical arrangements create darkly atmospheric, and at times unsettling songs , highlighting their shared passion for dark unexplored musical territory. Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com https://soundcloud.com Available from: www.threadsofsound.net/louisemcveycitc/
www.facebook.com/louisemcveyandcracksintheconcrete
Listen/Watch: www.brittleheadgirl.bandcamp.com https://m.soundcloud.com/brittleheadgirl
single download Release Date: 7 October
The title of this latest release from Richard Buchanan, former bass player with 90’s Scottish under-achievers The Lost Soul Band, is a mondegreen, or misheard words. This unashamed pop song describes a special, enduring friendship with a fellow troubadour and features an odd instrumental section.
Listen/Watch: Available from: https://richardbuchanan.bandcamp.com/ www.brittleheadgirl.com https://brittleheadgirl.bandcamp.com/album/fall-in-line- Available from: ep http://feersum.co.uk/ www.brittleheadgirl.com https://twitter.com.brittleheadgirl www.instagram.com/brittleheadgirl
PETE COUTTS
http://feersum.co.uk/ https://twitter.com/feersumMusic
PAUL ARMOUR THE KATET
Northern Sky
album cd / download Release Date: Out Now Northern Sky is the eagerly awaited debut solo album from Aberdeen musician Pete Coutts (mandolin, guitar, vocals). This collection of original Doric songs and tunes draws from the cultural heritage and language of the North-East whilst keeping its roots planted firmly in the contemporary sound of traditional Scottish music. Featuring some of Scotland’s finest musicians including: Ali Hutton (pipes, whistles, guitar), Jonny Hardie (fiddle), Brian McAlpine (accordion), Martin O’Neill (bodhran). The album weaves its way through a rich tapestry of tunes and tales inspired by traditional life in North-East Scotland’s fishing and farming communities Listen/Watch:
https://petecoutts.bandcamp.com/album/northern-sky
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https://twitter.com/pete_coutts www.facebook.com/petecouttsmusic
The Poets & The Beats Guillotine
album cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Guillotine was launched on 10th oct at Summerhall with a massive 19piece line-up including string and brass sextets. This was the only way to do the album justice. Guillotine is the culmination of the band's 8 year weekly residency at Edinburgh's notorious Jazz Bar. This is definitely a huge step up in Mike Kearney's production and writing style. Enjoy! Listen/Watch: https://thekatet.bandcamp.com/ www.youtube.com/user/thekatetband Available from: https://thekatet.bandcamp.com/ www.thekatet.co.uk www.facebook.com/thekatetband https://twitter.com/thekatetband
album cd / download / stream Release Date: Out Now
The Poets and the Beats from Musician / producer Paul Armour (ex Seminal Glasgow Surf Pop Band “The Cuban Heels") “The album is very much a beat combo sound. Punchy with grooves using classic retro instruments: Rhodes Wurlitzer & Hammond, vintage amps and guitars. The feel is a mix of styles, melodic & rhythmic. Lyrically quirky with themes of hope and renewal. A recent review from Rock Fm. Scotland described the sound as “Weller-ish” but more refined! It’s all in the ear of the beholder. Enjoy the beats…” Listen/Watch: https://soundcloud.com www.youtube.com Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com www.paularmour.co.uk https://twitter.com/paul497191 www.facebook.com/paul.armour.31
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download SOPHIE RAMSAY
THE REVELLERS
JUDE ADAMS
The Seas Between Us
Skeletons
This Girl, This Woman
My new album The Seas Between Us is out now! It has twelve old Scots and Gaelic songs, many of which I’ve been singing since I was a little girl. It was recorded and produced by Matheu Watson, who also played several instruments (guitars, fiddle, mandolin, prepared instruments, synth, organs, etc.) and features Fraser Fifield (prepared whistle, lowland pipes, kaval), Jim Rattigan (French horn), Ben Cashell (cello) and Findlay Napier (voice). It was mixed by Leo Abrahams and mastered by Iain Hutchison.
This Girl, This Woman is the debut album by 57-yearHailing from The Shetland Islands, The Revellers are a old singer Jude Adams, who discovered her talent seven-piece juggernaut, that combine fiddle, mandolin following a life-changing M.E. diagnosis. The album, and tenor banjo with heavy metal, punk and alternative which Jude describes as soulful pop with a 60s twist, rock rhythm section. The end result is something which contains 10 tracks all written and sung by Jude, and has been nicknamed by onlookers as ‘Heavy Folk Music’ produced and arranged by musician Janette Mason. or ‘Viking Metal’. The band release their second album Jude comments: " I always loved to sing, and I always did, but behind closed doors. It was only when I got to this autumn – ‘Skeletons’ with Tim Matthew (Lau/ 50 that I summoned the courage to start singing in Mystery Juice) at the helm and cameo appearances public. And then two years later I was diagnosed with from some of Shetland’s finest musicians (including M.E. Performing, work and many ways in which I lived Arthur Nicholson and Kris Drever) and Danish multimy life had to stop or change significantly. It was instrumentalist, Perry Stenback. debilitating, but led to a lot of personal reflection, and Listen/Watch: ultimately the silver lining of discovering a passion for www.the-revellers.com/category/videos/ songwriting."
album - cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/user/sophrams/feed https://soundcloud.com/sophie-ramsay
album - cd / download / stream Release Dates: CD Out Now / Download 31/10/16 / Steam 1/1/7
Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com www.amazon.co.uk iTunes, Amazon MP3, Google Play, Spotify
Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com www.amazon.co.uk iTunes, Amazon MP3, Google Play, Spotify
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www.the-revellers.com https://twitter.com/TheRevellers www.facebook.com/therevellersshetland
album - cd / download / stream Release Date: Out Now
Listen/Watch: https://soundcloud.com/judeadamssings Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com // www.amazon.co.uk iTunes, Amazon MP3, Google Play, Spotify www.judeadamssings.net https://twitter.com/thelittlefunky
LIZA MULHOLLAND
FAT-SUIT HEATHER DICKSON
Fine ’n’ Rosy
album cd / vinyl / download / stream Release Date: Out Now
Atlas
album cd / download / stream Release Date: 3 October
"FAT-SUIT (“One of the best bands in British music full stop” - Stephen Duffy, BBC Radio Scotland) is on a collective journey through music, using jazz as the point of departure to explore a myriad of soundworlds. This ensemble of rotating musicians release their third album ‘Atlas’ which features ten brand new compositions performed live by twenty seven of the UK’s fnest and most in demand musicians." Listen/Watch: www.facebook.com/pg/fatsuit/videos/ Available from: http://fatsuit.bigcartel.com/product/atlas https://www.cdbaby.com/cd/fatsuit13
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/atlas/id1136200086
http://www.fat-suit.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/fatsuit/ https://twitter.com/fat_suit
Harley Honey single cd / download Release Date: 22 October
Don’t miss this edgy new sound from Scotland’s Heather Dickson. 'Harley Honey' was recorded in Nashville, the home of country music but the heart of the song is rock n roll! Listen/Watch: www.cdbaby.com/cd/heatherdickson22 Available from: www.cdbaby.com/cd/heatherdickson22 www.heatherdickson.co.uk www.facebook.com/hdickson37 Download on iTunes www.heatherdickson.co.uk www.facebook.com/hdickson37 https://twitter.com/dicksonh40
Born and brought up in Inverness, Liza has been involved in folk music for many years. Although classically trained in piano, her family background of a big Glasgow-Irish clan of musicians and singers on her father's side, and the Gaelic song tradition of her mother's Isle of Lewis heritage, inevitably meant a strong pull towards the folk scene. On her first solo album of original songs and tunes, Fine 'n' Rosy, Liza brings together some top players, including cousin, Rua Macmillan, winner of Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician Of the Year 2009, Alasdair Taylor of the Folk Award-winning band, The Elephant Sessions, and Robin Abbot of The Mystic Shoes. This intimate album comprises reflective ballads and uptempo songs with catchy choruses, complemented by rollicking trad-style tunes and dreamy instrumentals.
Listen/Watch: http://apple.co/2dO3pST Available from: www.birnamcdshop.com www.amazon.co.uk iTunes, Amazon MP3, Google Play, Spotify www.facebook.com/liza.mulholland.94 https://twitter.com/lizamulholland1
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download KIM EDGAR
GRAHAM MacKENZIE
MARTHA L. HEALY
Stories Untold
Crossing Borders
To Be Free
Stories Untold is an intimate and inspiring collection of original songs, tackling topics including child soldiers, crime and punishment, loss, and love in its many forms. Early responses have been positive, with five stars from Spiral Earth, and album of the week from Iain Anderson and Celtic Music Radio.
‘Crossing Borders’ was a Celtic Connections commission in 2015 written for a nine piece ensemble and represents Graham's musical journey to date, reflecting on places, people and musical styles that have influenced him and his music. The piece draws on vibrant Scottish, Irish and Cape Breton styles and is written in four sections, each highlighting one of these cultures. It brings together a fusion of traditional and classical styles in his own composition.
To Be Free is an interim project - in between albums number one and two - for Glasgow's Martha L. Healy. Including two originals and two of Martha's favourite country classics, the EP was recorded with her band over a snowy weekend in Glasgow in January 2016.
album cd / download Release Date: 23 September
album cd Release Date: 9 September
Listen/Watch: www.soundcloud.com/kim-edgar
Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/user/Graham30771
Available from: Available from: From release from iTunes and other download stores and also in all good record stores through Proper Music iTunes and www.grahammackenziemusic.com/shop/ Distribution and www.kimedgar.com/music www.kimedgar.com www.facebook.com/KimEdgarMusic www.facebook.com/KimEdgarSongwriter
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EP cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Listen/Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K__HHP3zq1w Available from: www.marthalhealy.com https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/to-be-free-ep/ id1148312525 plus Amazon + other sites www.marthalhealy.com www.facebook.com/marthalhealy https://twitter.com/MarthaLHealy
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Rag'n'Bone Man. While other Scots acts Niteworks, Treacherous Orchestra, Colonel Mustard and the Dijon 5 and Sacred Paws appear at the Street Party.
Sonica
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Glasgow 26 October - 5 November The full programme has been announced for Sonica 2017, Cryptic's biennial festival in Glasgow of the best in visual sonic art from around the world. 40+ international artists from 14 countries across 5 continents will present work from 26 October to 5 November - from opera in shopping mall windows to a chorus of megaphones across Kelvingrove Park, Sonica brings innovative, unmissable art to all corners of Glasgow. The programme boasts 13 UK premieres, 4 world premieres and 8 Cryptic commissions www.sonic-a.co.uk
soundfestival Aberdeen 26 October - 11 November
2018
JANUARY Celtic Connections Glasgow 18 January - 4 February Celtic Connections, the leading festival of world, folk and roots music, will be celebrating its 25th anniversary from Thursday 14 January to Sunday 4 February 2018 with 300 events featuring more than 2,000 artists from across the world in venues throughout Glasgow. www.celticconnections.com
soundfestival is now well underway in Aberdeenshire and runs until 11 November with over 40 performances presented in venues across the region as well as a number of pop-up events, talks, workshops and open rehearsals. www.sound-scotland.co.uk
Kinross-shire's Winter Festival Kinross-shire November-December Kinross-shire is looking forward to a very busy end of year with many events being organised throughout November and December as part of Kinross-shire's Winter Festival. To celebrate all the various local events that are happening KLEO (Kinross-shire Local Events Organisation) has produced a Winter Festival Brochure promoting the numerous events organised by local community groups and businesses.
Big Burns Supper Dumfries 18-28 January The jam-packed programme is only the start of announcements due every month in the lead up to what has become the biggest Burns Night Celebration on the planet. Donovan will play a special show at 9pm on Saturday 27 January, featuring his world-renowned repertoire. www.bigburnssupper.com
APRIL TradFest Edinburgh Dùn Èideann Edinburgh 26 Apr – 6 May
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Killin Music Festival Killin 15-17 June Killin Music Festival delivers a weekend packed from start to finish with top-of-their-game artists, supported by a festival fringe featuring bar sessions, workshops, kids activities, competitions and even a pipe band! Now heading for it’s third year, Killin Music Festival looks to solidify it’s standing in the festival calendar, taking on board feedback from visitors, and by spreading it’s wings a bit further this time. Don't miss out for 2018! Tickets are on sale now via our website www.killinmusicfestival. com and are selling fast! www.killinmusicfestival.com
Riverside Rock Jedburgh 23 June Riverside Rock is a musical extravaganza with something for everyone young and old and designed primarily to help raise cash for our chosen charity and other organisations around the Scottish Borders. Children’s Entertainment includes, Laser Quest, Inflatables of all sorts, Climbing Walls, Wrecking Ball, Kids Fun Fair Rides and much more. Kids entertainment is free for under 18’s from 12pm till 6pm. You’ll not find a better value family festival anywhere in Scotland, Riverside Rock is the place to be. www.riversiderock.co.uk
JULY Hebridean Celtic Festival Hebrides 18-21 July
Four day festival set against the unique Experience Scotland Live with a seasonal feast of backdrop of the the Hebrides. Organised by the HCF Trust, this first festival was held in 1996 living traditions and local cultures. Encounter www.kleo.org.uk and now regularly attracts attendances of music, storytelling, dance, craft, song and folk drama at venues – indoor and outdoor – across 14,000 over its four day run. Wild, but not a bit woolly, this festival has built up a fabulously Edinburgh and the Lothians. Rooted in the past loyal audience locally and from across the world, yet resonating in the present, TradFest Dundee showcases dynamic engagement with Scotland’s many of whom have Hebridean ties, many of 15-19 November whom just love coming here and joining in the History and Heritage as well as providing a platform for up and coming talent in the world of great party. Dundee will be host to a stellar line-up, featuring Trad. Look out for the Battle of the Folk Band some of the best musicians from the local and www.hebceltfest.com event as part of the finale performances this American jazz and blues scene. With concerts year! presented at the Gardyne Theatre, Dundee Rep, The Reading Rooms, Unicorn – plus, the exciting www.tracscotland.org/tradfest Jazz in the Ferry on the Sunday afternoon. The programme is very varied, spanning from special concerts marking 100 years of Jazz to outstanding shows presenting the freshest music Beal Farm, Berwick-upon-Tweed out of New York. 30 August - 2 September
Dundee Jazz Festival
AUGUST
JUNE
Lindisfarne Festival
Oban Live
www.jazzdundee.co.uk
Following a successful Lindisfarne Festival 2017, which saw a 38% increase in attendees from the previous year and a 3500+ strong crowd, organisers are giving festivalgoers and Oban Live was created following the open-air concert ‘DECADE’ in 2015 – the 10th anniversary businesses an opportunity to get more involved and shape the future of the Northumberland celebration of trad-fusion band Skerryvore that attracted 6,000 people from all over the world to music & arts festival by launching an exciting Edinburgh Oban. From this, Oban Live was formed in 2016 crowdfunding campaign for the 2018 festival. 31 December with the aim of showcasing the very best Scottish and International artists as part of both www.lindisfarnefestival.com Edinburgh's Hogmanay have unveiled the line-up the open-air concert and Oban Live Fringe to see in the New Year in front of the spectacular events. Details for early bird Oban Live 2018 castle backdrop. Edinburgh singer Nina Nesbitt tickets will be announced soon on Oban Live’s supports Concert in the Gardens headline act social media channels. Oban 8-9 June
DECEMBER
Edinburgh's Hogmanay
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