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Independent Label Market in Edinburgh - page 3 Proposals wanted for Cryptic Nights - p4 : Young singers wanted for SCO Chorus - p6
Apply now for 'Made in Scotland' Edinburgh Fringe 2015 funding Applications Deadline - 24 November : Link for Guidelines and Application Forms ..... www.creativescotland.com/funding/funding-programmes/targeted-funding/made-in-scotland The 'Made in Scotland' Showcase 2015 celebrates the wealth and diversity of work that is currently being produced in Scotland. Scottish dance, theatre, and music artists and companies can apply to present artistically ambitious work at the Fringe as part of the Made in Scotland showcase. Funding is intended to support the costs of presenting work at the Fringe. The work can be new or an existing production which will be re-staged at the Fringe. Made in Scotland is a curated showcase promoting high quality music, theatre and dance to international promoters and audiences at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. It's a partnership between Creative Scotland, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society, the Federation of Scottish Theatre and the Scottish Music Centre, and is supported through the Scottish Government’s Edinburgh Festivals Expo Fund.
The Black Diamond Express took part in the 2014 'Made in Scotland' www.theblackdiamondexpress.com
The purpose of the Programme is to raise the international profile of Scottish artists through the promotion of Scottish work at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and this fund supports the following activities, the 'Made in Scotland Showcase 2015' and 'Onward International Touring 2014-15'. Who can apply: The Made in Scotland Showcase is open to applications from music, dance and theatre artists, companies or organisations for the presentation of productions as part of Made in Scotland 2015 at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Applications can come from individual artists or from companies/organisations based in Scotland.
Information Sessions .... Creative Scotland and the Festival Fringe Society will be running Information Sessions for potential applicants to the 'Made in Scotland Showcase' on: Wednesday 15 October in Edinburgh Thursday 16 October in Glasgow Telephone surgeries can be arranged for those unable to travel to Glasgow or Edinburgh. To book a place on these Information Sessions, or to arrange a telephone surgery email: MadeInScotland@edfringe.com
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Independent Label Market launches in Edinburgh Edinburgh : 11 October : www.facebook.com/independentlabelmarket
HOBBES MUSIC + DEAD BEET + FIRECRACKER + COOLYOURJETS added to the event, and DJ sets from BECAUSE MUSIC + FIRE RECORDS + NUMBER4DOOR + BIT-PHALANX
Independent Label Market are delighted to announce that they will be holding their first market in Edinburgh on Saturday 11 October at The Pleasance Courtyard in partnership with Dusty Moose. This debut Independent Label Market: Edinburgh event will be supported by AIM - the Association of Independent Music. Independent Label Market: Edinburgh will feature some of Scotland’s greatest independents, such as Firecracker Recordings, Fortified Audio, Gerry Loves Records, Lucky Me, Olive Grove and Song By Toad, alongside some London labels, including Because, Fire and Phantasy. The labels will be selling exclusive new releases along with rare and sought after catalogue items. The market will also feature some of Scotland’s best breweries representing the thriving artisan beer scene at ‘OCH!TOBERFEST’ To preview the event, some of the labels have highlighted some of the releases they will be selling on the day, including tracks from Sebastien Tellier, Virginia Wing, Claude Speed and many more, listen @ https://soundcloud.com/independent-label-market/sets/independent-label-market-5
Since launching in London on May 2011, Independent Label Market has brought together the founders of some the World's greatest Independent Record Labels on both sides of the Atlantic to sell their fresh vinyl produce directly to the public at that traditional goods exchange – a market stall. Independent Label Market values the experience of the consumer and the music fan above all.
www.independentlabelmarket.com http://twitter.com/IndieLabelMkt www.facebook.com/independentlabelmarket Independent Label Market: Edinburgh Playlist https://soundcloud.com/independent-label-market/sets/independent-label-market-5
1. Claude Speed - 'My Skeleton' (Lucky Me Records) 2. Panoram - 'God Damn' (Firecracker) 3. Sebastien Tellier - 'Aller Vers Le Soleil (Hercules & Love Affair Remix)' (Record Makers) 4. Virginia Wing - 'World Contact' (Fire Records) 5. Blood Of The Bull - 'Comeback' (Soft Power) 6. Pinact - 'Negative Thoughts And Jealousy' (Cool Your Jets) 7. Jonnie Common - 'Shark' (Song, By Toad) 8. Now Wakes The Sea - 'Sick Kids' (Mini 50) 9. Littler - 'College Legs' (Number4Door) 10. Gleemer - 'Coast Cruiser' (Gold Flake Tapes) 11. Delegation - 'Heartache No. 9' (Groove Line) 12. Dimitri Veimar - 'Pumajaw, Mask' (Hobbes Music) 13. Skinny Dipper - 'Hospital Bed' (Olive Grove)
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HOT Cryptic Nights Call for Proposals
from the latest releases to reach us
EDDI READER
Deadline: 23 October Download the Application Form @ http://tinyurl.com/CrypticNightsApp
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UNKLE BOB
Eddi releases a new five song EP which features four well chosen covers alongside her highly acclaimed 'Back The Dogs'. Recorded in Glasgow by Mark Freegard Eddi is accompanied by John Douglas of Trashcan Sinatras
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EOGHAN COLGAN
“I didn’t expect my former band-mates to accept an invitation to reunite in a studio. But they said yes.” says Rick. Old chemistry returned to breathe new life into bedroom demos. MNS 'Absolutely Superb' Rating
Are you an emerging artist based in Scotland? Do you create high quality innovative work with original music or sound-based elements that cross artistic boundaries? Cryptic is an internationallyrenowned art house, creating a lasting artistic legacy by presenting high-quality, innovative work. Cryptic ‘ravishes the senses’ with performances that fuse music, sonic art and multi-media. Founded in Scotland by Cathie Boyd in 1994, Cryptic presents today’s most imaginative, international artists and nurtures the creative talent of tomorrow. Cryptic’s pioneering work is at the cutting edge of developments in multi-media, exploring the potential of new technologies to enhance live performance and the company has a successful track record in developing software for music and theatre. With a global reputation and a commitment to internationalism, Cryptic has co-commissioned, produced and performed work with many diverse, award-winning artists and collaborated with various high-profile partners, bringing Scotland’s creative talent to over 17 countries world-wide.
CRYPTIC NIGHTS ..... www.eoghancolgan.com
FIRST CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE
"And So We Look Up" has just been released, a blend of soul, singer-songwriter heartfelt emotion and anthemic rock. Eoghan presents 13 songs spanning 16 years of songwriting with his unique inimitable style.
Recognising the need for a supportive platform for emerging artists with fresh ideas, Cryptic established Cryptic Nights in 2009. This regular programme of events crosses creative boundaries with live music, visual and sonic art, film and new media and has presented over 90 artists to date. Can you apply for Cryptic Nights 2015/16?
www.firstchargeofthelightbrigade.com FCOTLB's self-titled debut album is predominately the work of Yorick Cormack, the main songwriter of former Glasgow alt country band Endrick Brothers. The album includes a guest performance from Roddy Hart
THINK YOUR NEW RELEASE IS GOOD ENOUGH TO APPEAR HERE? To be considered for our 'What's Hot' spot send your new album/ep/single to: MNS Top 4, MUSIC NEWS Scotland Romar House, Birgham, Berwickshire. TD12 4NF
Whilst Cryptic Nights is mainly based in CCA, Glasgow, we are also interested in innovative site-specific works, as well as projects that can be performed in a black box or gallery space. CRYPTIC NIGHTS WILL NOT SUPPORT: Traditional theatre, dance or literature; The creation of a new work; Work which has already been given substantial support/platform by another organisation. CRYPTIC NIGHTS PROVIDES: A guaranteed fee of £500 per performance with support, advice and space to take risks; A performance platform for your work supported by an experienced, international arts company; Venue, technical, PR and marketing support; An opportunity to build a new audience and raise your profile; Free entry to other Cryptic Nights throughout the year; Valuable networking opportunities.
ARE YOU: An artist at the start of their creative career based in Scotland?
TO APPLY .....
DO YOU: Create high quality innovative work with original music or sound-based elements that cross artistic boundaries? Create remarkable moments that engage audiences?
Download the Application Form: http://tinyurl.com/CrypticNightsApp Download the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form: http://tinyurl.com/CrypticNightsOpps
ABOUT CRYPTIC NIGHTS:
Applications should be sent to: admin@cryptic.org.uk
Presents work that inspires, invigorates and excites; Crosses creative boundaries with live music, visual and sonic art, film and new media; Dynamically engages audiences beyond traditional art forms with a Cryptic edge; Supports emerging artists’ artistic development and enables them to take risks; Gives audiences the opportunity to see inspiring and engaging work they would not usually have an opportunity to experience.
Cryptic Nights would prefer to receive audio and video files through Soundcloud or Vimeo. If this is not possible, please provide two hard copies of your audio/visual documentation to: Cryptic Nights, Cryptic, CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G2 3JD. Enclose a self-addressed envelope if you would like your materials to be returned.
Your project can be a second outing of an existing work. Cryptic Nights provides an opportunity to develop it further.
Deadline: 23 October 2014
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Young singers wanted for SCO Chorus Scholarship Programme DEADLINE: 13 October APPLY @ http://www.sco.org.uk/content/sco-chorus-scholarship-programme
The Scottish Chamber Orchestra Chorus is launching an exciting new Scholarship Programme in the 2014/15 Season. They are looking for talented young singers aged between 18 and 23 who are keen to pursue a singing career at the highest level. The aim of this unique Scholarship Programme is to provide an opportunity for up to 4 young singers, preferably one young singer of each voice type, who would like to develop their musicianship and choral singing with one of the country’s finest orchestral choruses. The choral scholars will receive all the standard benefits of being a member of the SCO Chorus, including free membership, free music, halfprice SCO concert tickets, 10% off SCO recordings and regular vocal and language coaching. Additionally, over the course of the 2014/15 Season, two afternoon sessions with vocal coach Patricia MacMahon and coaching sessions from visiting artists will be offered, and singers may have the opportunity to give a solo recital. They will also receive advice and October 2014. mentoring from the SCO Chorus’ artistic team. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to perform two solo pieces The scholarship award, in return for committing to a full season of (bringing two copies of each piece) and a choral extract (which will be rehearsals and concerts, will be £1,000. The award will be paid in four provided in advance) to demonstrate their level of sight reading. They instalments of £250 (October, December, February and April) on will also be given general musicianship tests (to assess vocal range and satisfactory fulfilment of the conditions of the scholarship. Applications ability) and ear tests. are welcomed from any talented young singer aged 18-23 who has firstclass sight-reading skills and the commitment and ability to form part of a The Scottish Chamber Orchestra Chorus (Chorus Director Gregory team, with a preference for candidates who can demonstrate they would Batsleer) has built a reputation as one of Scotland’s finest and most not necessarily be able to pursue their love of singing without additional versatile choirs. financial support. Members enjoy a unique opportunity to perform with one of the world’s leading chamber orchestras, and to work regularly with international conductors including Robin Ticciati, Olari Elts, Joseph Swensen, Yannick Nézet-Seguin, Richard Egarr, John Storgårds and Emmanuel Krivine. The Chorus appears regularly with the Orchestra in Scotland’s major cities. Recent concerts have covered a wide range of music including Mozart Requiem, Berlioz Tristia, Bach Christmas Oratorio and Beethoven Symphony No 9.
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How to Apply ..... To apply for the SCO Chorus Scholarships Programme, please download and complete the application form at ..... www.sco.org.uk/content/sco-chorus-scholarship-programme and send it along with your CV to chorus@sco.org.uk by midday on Monday 13 October 2014. Shortlisted candidates will be notified about the outcome of their application by Thursday 16 October 2014.
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Auditions will last around 20 minutes and take place at the SCO offices at 4 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 5AB, during the day on Thursday 23
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Mark Radcliffe Show releases Adam Holmes & The Embers' live session as a download MUSIC NEWS Scotland favourite 23 year old Edinburgh-born Adam Holmes is one of the brightest rising stars on the Scottish music scene, with influences – including Townes Van Zandt, Nirvana and Sandy Denny - from either side of the Atlantic. Mixing trad, folk and Americana, he has built up an impressive reputation in just a few years, since writing his first song at 15. Adam is a singer and Adam Holmes and the Embers at Cambridge Folk Festival 2014 : photo by Di Holmes songwriter of rare and timeless potency, combining John Martyn’s strum and sting laced with Paolo Nutini soul and a touch of traditional folk. Adam has performed numerous live radio sessions – including the prestigious BBC Radio 2 Mark Radcliffe Folk Show. Following a rapturous response to that session (which saw his debut CD Heirs and Graces shoot to no 5 in the singer/songwriter charts and bubble just outside the main itunes top 100) the 3 songs from the session – the upbeat Monday Morning, the introspective I Can’t Be Right and the showstoppingly melancholic Oh, My God - have been selected for digital release (by the Mark Radcliffe Folk Show) on 12 October 2104. They can be downloaded from itunes, Amazon and the usual digital outlets. Adam is taking to the road this Autumn with dates including the London Folk & Roots Festival on 11 November, a double bill with fellow up and coming singer Maz O’Connor which promises to be unmissable. He will also be playing with his band the Embers (Paul Gilbody, John Lowrie, Steven Blake and Alex Hunter) at the Convent (South Woodchester), Glasgow Americana Festival, Edinburgh and Shetland. Previous dates this year include the prestigious Cambridge Folk Festival, Celtic Connections, Edinburgh Queens Hall and sellout dates at the Edinburgh Fringe (Gilded Balloon). Adam’s debut album Heirs and Graces was longlisted for the Scottish Album of the Year Award 2014, in what was generally recognized as an exceptionally strong field. Heirs and Graces was produced by music legend John Wood (responsible for seminal albums by John Martyn, Nick Drake, Sandy Denny and many more), who brings his signature balance of space, perspective, clarity and warmth to Holmes’ debut. The album features 10 original songs, with lyrics that resonate like old folk songs, set to melodies rooted in haunting slow airs.
Catch Adam on tour at ..... 9 Oct Clarks on Lindsay Street, Dundee 8pm, £5
Preparing for the live Mark Radcliffe Folk Show Session
10 Oct Mash House, Edinburgh 8pm, £10 Adam Holmes & the Embers Presents… (with special guests Madeleine Dow, Rose Room and Dallahan) 8 Nov The Convent, South Woodchester, Gloucestershire 9pm, £15 11 Nov The Slaughtered Lamb, London (London Folk & Roots Festival) 7.30pm, £10
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10 Dec Carnegie Hall, Sandwick, Shetland Islands 7.30pm, £12/£8 11 Dec Mareel Centre, Lerwick, Shetland Islands 7.30pm, £16/£12 Both Shetland gigs are a double bill with Ella the Bird aka Siobhan Wilson
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BBC ALBA’S RAPAL TV Continues To Showcase The Best New Music Watch the latest episode of Rapal with LEMON PARTY, WILLIE CAMPBELL, AMY BAILLIE, CASUAL SEX and THE AMAZING SNAKEHEADS at this link: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b04jmm4s/rapal-series-8-episode-7
The latest RAPAL TV series is continuing on BBC ALBA with the seventh episode still available on iPlayer and part 8 on Thursday 9 October at 10pm. The remaining four episodes are on the following Thursday evenings. RAPAL TV showcases the hottest bands and artists emerging from the Scottish music scene today, and is hosted by Emma MacInnes and Vic Galloway the acclaimed series includes performances from: The Amazing Snakeheads, Casual Sex; Honeyblood; The Moon Kids; Willie Campbell; LAW and Have Mercy Las Vegas, to name but a few.
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psychedelic rock outfit who formed in Dunoon; The first show in the series featured Casual Sex, Edinburgh born teenage soloist Amy Baillie; the a spiky post punk outfit from Glasgow fronted by Orkney band Kendà Nagäsaki; Glasgow’s Scarlet Shift and Edinburgh / Inverness DJs Capitol Sam Smith. The band performes five tracks across the series including: Soft School and The 1212, who have taken their carnival vibe worldwide. Professa Fresh and Fly T were joined Sound of Casual Sex. Their hotly anticipated in the studio by guest singers, such as M.A.D. album is due for release in the autumn. singing Worldwide Echo and Profisee guesting on I See. There is also the chance to enjoy Another Glasgow band, The Amazing mesmerising and ethereal sounds from Turtle Snakeheads fuse rockabilly, goth, blues and and a beguiling performance from Laura St. garage to make contemporary, menacing and Jude, who channels the glamour of 40s and 50s raw rock ‘n’ roll music. RAPAL TV recorded the band in their original line up singing tracks from movie starlets with intoxicating and bold ballads. Laura St. Jude also features on The Bullfighter their debut album Amphetamine Ballads. track with The Amazing Snakeheads. Throughout the series, viewers will also be treated to performances from up and coming acts including: Lemon Party, a four piece
Complementing the TV series is the dedicated radio show Rapal, live on BBC Radio Nan Gàidheal (103.5 – 105 FM or DAB digital radio) every Monday to Thursday from 7.00 until 9.00pm.
Tweeddale (vocals, guitar) and Shona McVicar (drums) Describing their sound as "crunchpop", they have been named in music reviews as one of four UK bands with the potential to revive rock music with a capital R. Their sound is a stripped-back guitar and drums combo and the duo recorded their first EP in a bathroom, distributing 50 copies on cassette. Honeyblood performed several tracks from their self-titled debut LP, released in July 2014 for RAPAL TV. Tracks featured in the series include Choker, Super Rat and Killer Bangs. Dunfermline lads The Moon Kids made their festival debut at TITP this year. Describing their sound as fairground pop, they brought all the fun of the fair to the RAPAL TV studio with specially recorded tracks such as Carousel, Plastic Waterfalls and Luna Park.
The Loch Lomond sextet, Have Mercy Las Vegas, bring their brand of footstompin’ folk to RAPAL LAW, aka Lauren Holt, hails from Leicester and TV, with an Appalachian vibe that is undeniably combines bittersweet, haunting soul singing with Celtic at heart and absolutely contemporary. trip-hop musical arrangements. She has made Edinburgh her base and has collaborated with BBC ALBA is available on the following Young Fathers who scooped this year’s Scottish platforms: Sky 143 (UK), Freeview / You View 8 Album of the Year award. Young Fathers made (Scotland only);n Virgin Media 161 (UK); Freesat their first UK TV appearance in their current form 110 (UK); BT Vision 8 (Scotland only); on RAPAL TV in 2013. Smallworld 170 (Ayrshire and North West England) and BBC iPlayer. Singer songwriter Willie Campbell from Lewis, also known as the front man of the band The BBC ALBA is run by MG ALBA in partnership with Open Day Rotation, performs several songs from the BBC. MG ALBA is the operating name of his debut Gaelic album, Dalma. The album was Seirbheis nam Meadhanan Gàidhlig, the Gaelic recorded in collaboration with Gaelic singer Media Service. Find out more about MG ALBA Calum Martin and melds Gaelic and English lyrics and the partnership at www.mgalba.com or visit with guitar driven rock. Willie recorded acoustic www.bbcalba.co.uk for scheduling and sessions for RAPAL TV armed with a guitar and a programme information. loop pedal. Amy Baillie :
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Honeyblood are Glaswegian musicians Stina
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Django Django's Dave Maclean Launches Vinyl Label 'Kick + Clap' First Release: 'Knights Of Shame' EP by Fellow Scot Producer NEIL LANDSTRUMM Whilst most will know Dave Maclean as the drummer, producer and de-facto leader from the Mercury-nominated, UK four-piece Django Django, Maclean is first and foremost a DJ and record collector. In keeping with the myriad of influences captured on Django Django’s awardwinning, debut album, Maclean’s eclectic tastes have long been looking for a suitable outlet and today sees a long-awaited dream finally come to fruition, as Maclean announces the launch of his record label Kick + Clap, in collaboration with Django Django’s label Because Music. Planning to release music from established artists, alongside finding and nurturing new talent, with some interesting collaborations along the way, Maclean, as a predominantly vinyl DJ, is releasing limited numbers of collectable vinyl, alongside digital, across every Kick + Clap release. Kick + Clap’s debut release comes courtesy of fellow Scot producer Neil Landstrumm, with an EP entitled “Knights of Shame”. Well known for his early Peacefrog Records‘ classics such as “Brown by August”, Landstrumm “I've been collecting records for as long as I can remember. When I began DJing, I made the decision early on to buy and play 12” records that I just liked, no matter the genre. Right across hardcore industrial techno, Chicago house, jungle, hip-hop, psych rock, jazz… anything I liked, I’d buy it and play it out. In a way, Kick + Clap has been in the making since back then and I've started it with exactly the same sensibilities; to put out 12" records from across many genres, that make me excited about dance-floor music.” DAVE MACLEAN, KICK + CLAP
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has been navigating unchartered musical territories since the 1990’s. Circling mostly around experimental techno, Landstrumm is also know for exploring grime and dubstep, long before it was the done thing and has released nine albums across legendary labels such as Peacefrog, Tresor, Mosquito, Planet Mu, Sonic Groove and his own imprint, Scandinavia. Knights of Shame by Neil Landstrumm is out 20 October on Kick + Clap, under exclusive license to Because Music. 12” Vinyl available to PreOrder on the Kick + Clap web shop now (includes free download of the WAVs on release); http://www.kicknclap. co.uk/shop/ Digital available to PreOrder on iTunes now; http://po.st/KnightsOfShame http://kicknclap.tumblr.com/ www.facebook.com/kicknclap https://twitter.com/kickclaprecords
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ALBUM OUT NOW
"The album screams classic rock, with a twist of freshness and originality which keeps things exciting" The Retro Blog
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Big Music Project 'Live in Glasgow' On 21 September, more than one thousand young people headed to The Arches in Glasgow for a one-day music industry event, The Big Music Project Live in Glasgow. The event gave people aged 14-24 the opportunity to gain insider knowledge and hands on experience, from industry experts and artists, to help them find work and training opportunities in the music industry.
were Scottish record label, SOMA, The Association of Independent Music and CMU who offered advice on how artists can start making money. Big Music Project volunteers from ‘ hubs' across Scotland were given the opportunity to work as event managers and artist liaisons at The Big Music Project Live in Glasgow. Attendees to the free event also enjoyed performances from artists including, The View, Vukovi and a DJ set from Chase & Status’ Will Kennard.
Janine, lead singer of alt-rock band, Vukovi said: “It’s fantastic to be involved in a project that gives young people in Scotland, and across the UK, access to so many different aspects of the music industry. The Big Music Project is all about giving young people who are passionate about music, the There were seminars from organisations right skills and experience. It can be The View including The Scottish Music Industry difficult to know where to start and it’s Association, Born to be Wide and the projects like this, that will help young and have made contacts that could help people make the first step.” Student Radio Association. Industry my career in the future." experts from Glasgow Kelvin College, Connor Joyce, a Big Music Project were on hand with current students to Funded by the Big Lottery Fund, The Big volunteer said: “To be given the speak to other young people about Music Project is a collaboration between opportunity to work with the artist learning opportunities in the music liaison team at a live event like The Big two of the biggest names in UK music – business. The college also runs its own the UK’s number one hit music station, Music Project Live has been a great record label, Electric Honey which Global’s Capital FM, which reaches 7.3 experience. Being face to face with released the debut album by Belle and million listeners each week, and the BPI, artists like The View and Plan B was Sebastian, Tigermilk. Other who are behind the BRITs. Both have organisations offering insider knowledge surreal. I have met lots of new people joined up with charity UK Youth to inspire and create incredible opportunities for 14-24 year olds from across the country wanting to succeed in the music business. The year long project will reach more than 4.5 million young people, giving them access all areas to the industry and providing them with unbeatable advice, support and expertise directly from those at the heart of the industry. So whether an aspiring radio presenter, make up artist, lighting engineer, or just looking to learn about the business, The Big Music Project will help young people build confidence and develop transferable skills to improve their prospects in the music industry and other employment. Plan B
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'self-entitled album out now on i-tunes' "catchy soulful tunes that never fail to impress" www.facebook.com/therisingsouls https://twitter.com/TheRisingSouls https://soundcloud.com/the-rising-souls link: www.therisingsouls.com listen: https://soundcloud.com/the-rising-souls
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SCOTTISH MUSIC CENTRE
Peter Nelson
............ member profile: This is a MUSIC NEWS Scotland series profiling Scottish Music Centre members
"The Scottish Music Centre's task is to champion the wealth of talent that abounds in Scotland's musical community"
Peter Nelson was born in Glasgow, and studied English Literature and Music at the University of Glasgow. After further study at the University of Edinburgh and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), he was appointed to lectureships at the Universities of Glasgow, then Nottingham, and since 1986 he has taught in Music at the University of Edinburgh.
Peter's creative work has always involved computers, and at Edinburgh he set up the electronic music studios, and helped to develop a research group in Music Informatics. His compositional output includes chamber, choral, orchestral and electronic music, with commissions from many leading performers and ensembles including the BBC, Radio France, the Edinburgh International Festival, the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, the Edinburgh Quartet and the Dunedin Consort. Throughout the 1980's he worked closely with the composer, Iannis Xenakis and his UPIC computer music system, composing a number of works for the UPIC. He has written on the work of Xenakis, and on topics in Music Informatics and Rhythm Theory. Peter co-founded the Edinburgh Contemporary Arts Trust (ecat), which presents a regular season of new music concerts in Edinburgh, bringing the leading international performers, composers and ensembles to Scotland. He is also editor of the international journal, Contemporary Music Review published by Routledge.
www.scottishmusiccentre.com : https://twitter.com/scottishmusic : www.facebook.com/scottishmusiccentre The Scottish Music Centre currently supports in excess of 100 composer, group/small business and corporate members. Offering a wealth of advantages, initiatives include the bi-monthly Composers' Digest and Exposed Melodies podcast series, annual Composition Marathon, regular networking events and notification of valuable opportunities, extensive publicity and increased correspondence with national companies, chamber ensembles, soloists and festivals.
For further information, please contact 0141 552 5222 or visit: www.scottishmusiccentre.com
US bluesman plays special show at Buchanan Memorial Hall, Drymen Catfish Keith : photo by Dave Arcari
Cutting-edge US acoustic bluesman and Blues Hall of Fame inductee Catfish Keith plays a special show at Buchanan Memorial Hall, Milton of Buchanan on Monday 13 October. The Iowa-based blues singer, songwriter and bottleneck slide guitarist has established himself as one of the most exciting country blues performers of our time. Catfish's innovative style of foot-stomping, deep delta blues and American roots music has spellbound audiences the world over. He has reinvented the guitar with great power and artistry, and brings a rare beauty and vitality to his music. Handing down the tradition, Catfish continues his lifelong journey as one of the brightest lights in acoustic blues and roots music. A two-time W. C. Handy Blues Music Award nominee (best acoustic blues album), Catfish has fifteen number one independent radio charttopping albums to his credit, and packs houses all over the world with his dynamic stage show. GIGnotes: Buchanan Memorial Hall, Milton of Buchanan, by Drymen on Monday 13 October (7.30pm). Advance tickets (£10 + b/f) @ www.wegottickets.com/davearcari Tickets on the door £12 subject to availability. No bar – bring your own bottle www.catfishkeith.com www.facebook.com/pages/Catfish-Keith/162722132451
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goNORTH Stage @ Wickerman These acts appeared on the goNORTH Stage @ Wickerman Broken Records : Ella The Bird (Siobhan Wilson) : Roman Nose : United Fruit : Teen Canteen : Prehistoric Friends : Wecamefromwolves : The Moon Kids : Scary People : Schnarff Schnarff : Pale Honey : Dante : Copper Lungs : Our Future Glory : Halfrican : Angus Munro : Vladimir : Adopted as Holograph : Felix Champion : Culann www.facebook.com/gonorthinverness https://twitter.com/goNORTHFEST www.gonorthfestival.co.uk
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ALBURN BRIGHT IN THE GLASGOW MUSIC SCENE by Jamielee Cannon
Alburn, or “four happy men playing angry music” (as they are also known) are a Glasgow based rock band hitting the alternative scene with an explosive bang this year. Although the lads haven’t yet had much press they’re soon to be the subject passing everyone’s lips.
Alburn : photo by Alex Lister / www.vielumiere.co.uk
“I just want to play shows on the biggest stages possible and play shows with some of my favourite bands” Currently unsigned the band gained their fan base and success through their own individual determination to “make” it big. Yes, the lads do want to become a well known band who are instantly recognised, I mean what band doesn’t? However, drummer Danny Kelly measures his success in a much more humble way rather than simply monetary value. He stated; “If people I don’t know have heard of my band, then that’s success” the release of the new EP, this is down to the fact that the lads will be able to: approach Further into a chat with the band it was made labels, promoters and the media which will allow apparent that they have big plans for the year them to gain more press coverage and maybe ahead with the release of their new EP. Last year even better and larger gigs. However, not all ended on a huge high for the band, as members live in Glasgow therefore face a larger September saw them sell out King Tut’s Wah number of difficulties than most other bands. It Wah Hut in Glasgow’s city centre. By doing this is overcoming these that have made their it saw the band become another name added to success so much more sweet. the long line of greats which have sold out the venue in previous years. Amongst these bands Just as our chat was ending I asked what they are the likes of; Oasis, The Verve, and Blur. hope to achieve from being in Alburn. The best Now in 2014 there is an enormous buzz around
answer came from guitarist/vocalist Gee Macphee, he noted; “I just want to play shows
on the biggest stages possible and play shows with some of my favourite bands”. If this statement alone doesn’t show the sheer determination to succeed and do what they love, I don’t know what will. Keep your eyes open because shortly, Alburn will be re-igniting the spark in a music scene which has burned out.
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VIVE LA ROSE : Nominated for Best Male & Best Song at 2014 Unsigned Music Awards “Absolutely stunning” - Rough Trade
Vive La Rose is the solo vehicle for Edinburgh songwriter and singer David James Herbert, who recently beat thousands of other acts to be nominated for both Best Male and Best Song at the 2014 Unsigned Music Awards. “Tinderbox”, the first single from this years critically acclaimed EP “Don’t Move, Don’t Speak”, was produced by recent Producers Guild award winner Moritz Hausler (Everything Everything/ Bat For Lashes) and featured guest musicians Mark Neary (Noel Gallaghers High Flying Birds/The Hours) and Nicky Francis (Goldheart Assembly). Last year’s UMAs received over 10,000 votes including one from the world’s most expensive footballer Gareth Bale, voting for eventual winners of Best Band Fjords from Wales.
Earlier this year, Vive La Rose was championed by among others BBC Radio Scotlands Roddy Hard, XFM/ Amazing Radio's Jim Gellatly and BBC London/Amazing Radio’s Gary Crowly, while publications including the US Billboard Magazine have praised Herbert's previous work for being "Heavy with spirit, emotion and sadness.”
singer/songwriter Padraig Whelan, picking up numerous plays on 6Music, Radio 2 and XFM, and playing prestigious venues such as the Union Chapel and Bush Hall. Herbert has also produced music for a number of projects for DNA Music,
including the independent film “Hollow”, nominated for Best Film at the the Raindance Film Festival. www.vivelarose.co.uk
www.facebook.com/vivelarosemusic https://twitter.com/ViveLaRoseBand
The awards are hosted by Best of British Unsigned (BoB Unsigned) and will crown an overall winner using an online vote. Matt Graveling, BoB Co-founder said: “The UK produces the best musicians in the world and we get to play them before anyone else! The UMAs are the much needed recognition that these musicians need in order to realise just how good they are”. The ten nominees in each category were voted on by listeners of the show, staff at the stations that play it and the team at BoB Unsigned www.bobunsigned.com In support of “Don’t Move, Don’t Speak,” Herbert embarked upon a successful acoustic tour earlier in the year taking in Edinburgh, Glasgow and ending with a headline show at the incredible St Pancras Old Church in London. In addition, he has recently recorded guitar for
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download GORDON DUTHIE
THE TRACKS
RACHEL SERMANNI
Thran
Know We're Here
Live in Dawson City
Album cd / download Release Date: 25 October Despite having moody cover art, "Thran" - a Celtic word for stubbornness and / or awkwardness - is an uptempo mix of styles and instruments including wailing lead guitars, jamming acoustics, electronic synths and thudding bass lines and drums. Listen/Watch: http://soundcloud.com/gordonduthie http://gordonduthie.bandcamp.com/ www.youtube.com/user/GordonDuthieMusic Available from: All major online stores and CD available at www.gordonduthie.com/store www.gordonduthie.com http://twitter.com/GordonDuthie www.facebook.com/GordonDuthieMusic
EP : cd / download / vinyl Release Date: Out Now
Infinite Hive is proud to be issuing their first record, a four-song EP by Edinburgh rock band “The Tracks”. Recorded and produced by the band, singer Michael Kulik, guitarist Dave Philp, drummer Jim Shemilt, bass player and producer James Muirhead, The Tracks have been playing together since December 2013, jamming their songs in practice rooms and playing a few live shows in Edinburgh and Penicuik. The Tracks take their influences from a vast array of British rock bands, such as Oasis, The Stone Roses, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club and Kasabian. Listen/Watch: https://soundcloud.com/user463503 Available from: www.infinitehive.com / www.birnamcdshop.com www.amazon.co.uk / www.amazon.com iTunes, Amazon MP3
Album cd / download Release Date: 13 October
This Autumn the Folk-Noir balladeer Rachel Sermanni releases her new Live Album, recorded in summer of 2013 far far north in Canada’s Yukon state at their prestigious Dawson City Music Festival. Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/user/RachelSermanni Available from: All good record shops www.rachelsermanni.net/shop/ www.rachelsermanni.net www.facebook.com/RachelSermanni https://twitter.com/rachelsermanni
www.infinitehive.com/thetracks/ www.facebook.com/thetracks.band https://twitter.com/TheTracksOnline
KATE IN THE KETTLE
THE INDOS TURNING PLATES
KATE IN THE KETTLE
THE INDOS
(Touring musicians: Kate Young, Marit Fält)
Swimmings of the Head
Album / CD available at all gigs and bandcamp. download from itunes, amazon, Spotify etc Release Date: 10 October Kate Young combines her voice with her fiddle to make tapestries; music woven from different folk traditions with a base in Scottish fiddle playing and a strong environmental viewpoint that reflects a creative fire within this captivating and inspiring artist. Originally from Sweden/Norway, Marit Fält will join Kate on tour this October playing the beautiful låt-mandola (a specially Swedish designed bass mandola). Marit is also known from her playing in Vamm and duo Marit & Rona. Listen/Watch:
http://kateinthekettle.bandcamp.com/album/swimmings-of-the-head
vimeo of single 'Grow Down (Radio Edit)' @ https://vimeo.com/107795213 https://soundcloud.com/kate-in-the-kettle Available from:
http://kateinthekettle.bandcamp.com/album/swimmings-of-the-head
www.kateyoungmusic.com https://twitter.com/kateyoungmeaw
www.facebook.com/pages/Kate-in-the-Kettle/49024840508
Fifty Shades of Blue
TURNING PLATES The Shouting Cave Album cd / download Release Date: 22 September
The Shouting Cave is a concept album that explores the effect of the Internet on Society. The band argue that the Internet is the purest reflection of humanity, a world built entirely of our own thoughts, emotions and desires - “a sea to float our dreams”. "one of the standout albums of the year, an exquisitely crafted work of art". Alan Morrison – The Sunday Herald Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/turningplates Available from: www.turningplates.co.uk And most independent record shops in Scotland www.turningplates.co.uk www.facebook.com/turningplates www.twitter.com/turningplates
EP cd / download Release Date: 3 November
Twin City Records are pleased to announce the release of the debut EP from Edinburgh five piece 'The Indos'. The band all grew up together in North Edinburgh and have been the present line up for over a year now. They got together through their mutual love of early 2000's bands Arctic Monkeys and The Strokes and also their main influences The Yardbirds, The Kinks and The Who. 'Fifty Shades of Blue' was written and composed by The Indos and recorded, mixed and mastered by Mark Morrow in his Edinburgh studio in August of this year. Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCgJtVSibL4 Available from: www.twincityrecords.com https://facebook.com/TheIndos www.twitter.com/the_indos
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download LINSEY AITKEN & KEN CAMPBELL
FIRST CHARGE OF THE LIGHT BRIGADE
Kith & Kin
First Charge Of The Light Brigade
Album - cd / download Release Date: Out Now Linsey Aitken & Ken Campbell. One of the best songbooks in contemporary Scots acoustic music. This CD is, in effect, their musical manifesto, a coming together of both their musical journeys, now combined into one together. Combining an unusual blend of instruments and pedigrees plus vocal harmony – self penned and traditional songs and tunes, encompassing a host of subjects, contemporary and historic, from Saint Columba to Dundee Whaling songs... Scot's abroad, chorus songs and world events all with Scot's related themes, all about people with wonderful stories. Listen/Watch: www.linskenscotland.co.uk/video/ Available from: www.amazon.co.uk / www.amazon.com www.birnamcdshop.com www.musicinscotland.com iTunes, Amazon MP3 www.linskenscotland.co.uk
Album cd / download Release Date: 1 September
COLIN CLYNE The Never Ending Pageant Album cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Scotland born folk singer-songwriter Colin Clyne, a versatile acoustic artist as comfortable spinning off an upbeat folk ditty as a heartrending dose of roots First Charge of the Light Brigades self-titled debut album is predominately the work of Yorick Cormack, the melancholy, returns this summer with excellent album this summer. The album was produced & Engineered by main songwriter of former Glasgow alt country band Grammy Award Winning Engineer Alan Sanderson (The Endrick Brothers. With a sound that rests comfortably Rolling Stones, Elton John, Ryan Adams, Burt amongst many contemporary favourites such as Bacharach). Teenage Fanclub, Wilco and Trashcan Sinatras, it also evokes memories of past luminaries such as Big Star Listen/Watch: and The Byrds. The album includes a guest Latest Single 'Merry Go ROund': performance from Roddy Hart on backing vocals. https://soundcloud.com/colinclyne/merry-go-round-1 Listen/Watch: Available from: www.soundcloud.com/fcotlb https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/the-never-endingwww.youtube.com/user/fcotlb pageant/id899132325 Available from: www.colinclyne.com www.firstchargeofthelightbrigade.com www.facebook.com/C0LINCLYNE http://twitter.com/colinclyne https://twitter.com/fcotlb www.firstchargeofthelightbrigade.com www.facebook.com/firstchargeofthelightbrigade
BLUE ROSE CODE
SKERRYVORE DOUGIE MACLEAN with The Royal Scottish National Orchestra & John Logan (conductor)
The Ballads Of Peckham Rye
Chasing The Sun
Album cd / download Release Date: 1 September INSPIRED by sun-filled summers spent on Tiree that were the springboard for the band forming, ‘Chasing the Sun’ is the fifth and arguably most mature sounding album yet from multi award winning Skerryvore. From the assured determination of ‘Can You Hear Us?’ and steadfast self-belief of ‘Here I Am’, to the life-isshort urgency of ‘We Can Run’ and wistful reflection of ‘You Were My Friend’, this is an album with all the hallmarks of a band that has lived, learned and played music together for close to 10 years now. Listen/Watch: http://skerryvore.com/videos/ Available from: http://store.skerryvore.com/ www.skerryvore.com www.facebook.com/skerryfans https://twitter.com/SKERRYVORE
Album : cd / download Release Date: 2 June
Till Tomorrow
Album SACD & download Release Date: 23 June Says Dougie of his collaboration with RSNO: “2014 marks the 40th anniversary of my career as a musician so to have the privilege of working with such a talented collection of musicians is a dream come true. To play my songs with the beauty and power of the Royal National Symphony Orchestra behind me is an incredible experience and truly makes me feel like I am lifting off the stage!” Listen/Watch:
www.linnrecords.com/recording-till-tomorrow.aspx
Available from:
www.linnrecords.com/recording-till-tomorrow.aspx
iTunes, Amazon, Presto Classical + Local record shops www.dougiemaclean.com http://www.rsno.org.uk/
www.linnrecords.com/recording-till-tomorrow.aspx
www.facebook.com/linnrecordsmusic https://twitter.com/LinnRecords
Blue Rose Code is not folk music. Or so he's been told. The Edinburgh-born songwriter's new album - The Ballads Of Peckham Rye - features an all star cast from the folk world - Karine Polwart, Aidan O'Rourke and legend Danny Thompson. ‘Imagine John Martyn meeting Van Morrison, shipwrecked with a crate of Motown records’ Time Out. Listen/Watch: One Day At A Time feat. Kathryn Williams https://soundcloud.com/bluerosecode/one-dayat-a-time Edina (Hiatus Remix) https://soundcloud.com/bluerosecode/edinahiatus-remix Available from: Pre-order now http://bluerosecode.bandcamp.com/ www.bluerosecode.com www.facebook.com/bluerosecode https://twitter.com/BlueRoseCode
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download CAROLINE GILMOUR
HUMBLE SCRIBES
JOHN COLETTA
Paper Planes
Ronnie Templeman / Kevin Wilson
…sleekit slivers…
single download Release Date: Out Now Caroline Gilmour released her new Single, "Paper Planes" on 30 June. "Caroline Gilmour could be a worldwide smash" - The Sun : "Gives Adele a run for her money" - Diva Magazine : "She has a winning formula" - The Daily Record Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=80knS60Av7E Available from: iTunes / Amazon www.carolinegilmour.com www.facebook.com/carolinegilmourmusic www.twitter.com/CGilmourMusic www.soundcloud.com/carolinegilmour www.carolinegilmour.bandcamp.com www.youtube.com/caggyg
In Cahoots
Album cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Album : cd / download Release Date: Out Now
This recording features the same song-writing partnership of John Coletta & David Fitzpatrick, that had Humble Scribes are Ronnie Templeman and success with the "Humpff Family" but unlike his last Kevin Wilson. They write their own songs and solo project "...living in hope..." John made the decision have recently released this debut CD, "In this time to involve other musicians, inviting whoever Cahoots". Humble Scribes music is an eclectic mix of had recently impressed him, and was available to pop , folk and rock. The album contains 14 original contribute. So, we have Pete Rabjohns on drums, songs from ballads such as the piano led “ Just For You Frankie McGuire on the cajon, Lorna Thomas (www. “ to the more upbeat rockier “ Non The Wiser “. Lyrics lornathomas.com) and Kenny Gair on the bass and Tom drawn from characters and events in their lives giving a Roche on the button accordion. This also means that it heartfelt and genuine appeal. may be possible to form a credible "band" to perform these tracks, and the artwork by Gordon Campbell is a Listen/Watch: delight www.mucklearts.com www.humblescribes.com/music.htm iTunes Listen/Watch: http://johncoletta.com Available from: iTunes Available from: www.amazon.co.uk www.amazon.com www.humblescribes.com/shop.htm www.birnamcdshop.com iTunes, Amazon MP3, Spotify www.humblescribes.com http://johncoletta.com www.facebook.com/humblescribes www.facebook.com/john.coletta.79
EOGHAN COLGAN
FAT GOTH THE HOLY GHOSTS
And So We Look Up Album download Release Date: Out Now
A blend of soul, singer-songwriter heartfelt emotion and anthemic rock. Eoghan presents thirteen songs spanning 16 years of songwriting with his unique inimitable style. "an incredible voice" - Amanda Ghost "one heck of a voice" - Jim Gellatly Listen/Watch:
https://soundcloud.com/eoghancolgan/sets/and-so-we-look-up
www.youtube.com/user/eoghancolgan
Available from: All good download sites including: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/id893103921 www.eoghancolgan.com
www.facebook.com/pages/Eoghan-Colgan/7340619813
One Hundred Percent Suave Ride Them Down Album cd / download Release Date: 30 May
'The Holy Ghosts release their highly anticipated debut album 'Ride Them Down' on May 30th. The band are celebrating the launch with two high energy rock n' roll shows at Nice n' Sleazy on Friday 30 May and Electric Circus on Saturday 31 May.' Listen/Watch: https://soundcloud.com/holyghosts www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tnm-nXeHNzg www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMAnEzCBCvw Available from: Available for download through iTunes and for physical CD order from 30 May Pre-order the album here! http://theholyghosts.bigcartel.com/products www.theholyghosts.co.uk www.facebook.com/theholyghosts https://twitter.com/theholyghosts
Album cd / download Release Date: Out Now Fat Goth have released their third album, One Hundred Percent Suave, via Hefty Dafty. Following on from where their last album Stud left us, One Hundred Percent Suave explores the theme of sex and its pros and cons but, in the band’s trademark tongue-in-cheek, uncompromising style. Listen/Watch: www.fatgoth.bandcamp.com www.soundcloud.com/fatgoth www.youtube.com/msfatgoth Available from: www.fatgoth.bandcamp.com and at shows http://fatgoth.bandcamp.com/ www.facebook.com/fatgoth1 https://twitter.com/fatgoth
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download PATRICIA MORRIS
EMILIO LARGO
THE OXBOW LAKE BAND
Between New Year & Valentine
Derealise
Boy Angus
Singer-Songwriter Patricia Morris is a classic storyteller in the finest Celtic Tradition. With a rare purity of tone and an impressive vocal range, her wider musical catalogue ranges from Gershwin, to Schubert, to Burns, but it is her Scottish and Irish roots she is most influenced and defined by as revealed in her songwriting. These are her latest offerings of Blues and Folk inspired songs.
After parting ways with former guitarist Joe Wyman, we took on board a new guitarist, Andrew Beveridge. The chemistry was instant and we began writing the follow up to our debut EP 'In Uniform We Divide'. Taking a more straight forward approach to song writing this time, we focused on melody and harmonies whilst still retaining elements of what sculpted the sound of 'IUWD'. Drawing on elements from bands like Oceansize, Arcane Roots and Fall of Troy, it is a further progression of our sound.
Album cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9MwXTDrn2c Available from: www.amazon.co.uk www.amazon.com www.birnamcdshop.com iTunes, Amazon MP3 www.patriciamorris.ie
single download Release Date: Out Now
Listen/Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQMusikFd-g http://emiliolargo.bandcamp.com/track/derealise Available from: http://emiliolargo.bandcamp.com/track/derealise as a 'Pay What You Want' download fee.
GIA VALENTINA
THE RISING SOULS
For the last year this Edinburgh based 3 piece have swept through the Central Belt of Scotland leaving no ear unprovoked. Not to mention universal praise at the 2013 Edinburgh Festival and gigs in London, Essex, Prague and the momentous siege of Larkhall! No gig is too big, no gig too small. Their catchy soulful tunes never fail to impress and their presence on stage is infectiously beautiful. The Rising Souls are a band you simply MUST see. Like them on Facebook, buy their new album and get yourself along to their next gig. Listen/Watch: Soundcloud. The-Rising-Souls Available from: www.amazon.co.uk www.amazon.com www.birnamcdshop.com iTunes, Amazon MP3, Spotify www.therisingsouls.com. www.facebook.com/therisingsouls
Being described by Craig Charles as "so authentic", confirmed that the bands vintage sound permeated this 4 track record. The first tale in the story of 'Boy Angus' with a soundtrack of RnB, funk, soul, beat, reggae, to boogaloo to! Listen/Watch: https://theoxbowlake.bandcamp.com/ Available from: Online it's exclusive to bandcamp. Vinyl is also available from independent record shops (The Cavern Aberdeen, Love Music Glasgow and more to come) www.theoxbowlake.co.uk
www.emiliolargo.co.uk www.facebook.com/EmilioLargoBand https://twitter.com/emiliolargoband
THE RISING SOULS
Album cd / download Release Date: Out Now
ep 7" 33rpm (signed and limited to 300) cd and download Release Date: Out Now
UNKLE BOB IMAGINARY CREATURES
The Butterfly’s Dream Embers Gia Valentina
Album cd / download / vinyl Release Date: Out Now Gia Valentina are a 6 piece rock band from Central Scotland. Since their first demo as a band in January 2013, they have been gigging around Glasgow while writing and recording their debut album. The band are vocalist Steven Warnock, guitarists John McArthur and Ciaran ‘Cheesy’ Febers, bass guitarist Andrew Tracey, drummer Anton Lafferty and keyboard player and vocalist Amy Robertson. Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/user/giavalentinaglasgow http://giavalentina.bandcamp.com/ Available from: http://giavalentina.bandcamp.com/ Cave Wall Studios: www.CaveWallStudios.co.uk www.giavalentina.com www.facebook.com/GiaValentinaBand? ref=ts&fref=ts https://twitter.com/G_VMusic
Album Album cd / download download Release Date: Date: 7Out Now Release July
Imaginary Creatures is a virtual band, a studio
“I didn’t my former project formedexpect by the collaboration of lyricist and songwriter David Scott and producer band-mates to accept an and multi-instrumentalist Iain McKinna. The invitation tois reunite in a Guest Butterfly’s Dream their debut album. musicians include guitar ace Keith More, studio. But they said yes.” harmonica legend Fraser Speirs and exLindisfarne songwriter Clements. says Rick. OldRod chemistry returned to breathe new life Listen/Watch: www.reverbnation.com/imaginarycreatures into bedroom demos. Available from: Listen/Watch: Birnam Shop: http://bit.ly/1bLhVDw soon @ https://unklebob.bandcamp.com/ www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00ID7BLAK www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ID7BLAK Available from: http://amzn.to/1heO9qD https://unklebob.bandcamp.com/ also coming soon on itunes + spotify
www.twitter.com/unklebobband Facebook: www.facebook.com/unklebobband www.facebook.com/pages/Imaginary-Creatures/392409684214473 www.unklebob.com
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download THE HAZY SHADES
HOW TO SWIM
JAMES GILLESPIE
Fight Or Flight
Niagarama
Before I Die
The Hazy Shades debut EP, 'Fight Or Flight' is a statement of intent about rock n roll dreams and desires.
How to Swim is the brainchild of Scottish BAFTAwinning writer and composer Gregor Barclay. Although known for their expansively orchestrated recorded work and a similarly maximalist approach to the idea of band size, the group is currently operating as a lean sixpiece, comprising members of The Second Hand Marching Band, The Martial Arts and the now-defunct Mother and The Addicts. Their forthcoming sophomore full-length, Niagarama, is a concept album of sorts, exploring the loss of youth and how we process it.
James is an acoustic singer/ songwriter based in London. James brings a lot to his music - honest story telling from Folk, Pain and Passion from Blues, hooks from pop and all with an indie edge. James' live performance is engaging, honest and mesmerising. His personality is charismatic and contagious.
ep cd / download Release Date: End May
Listen/Watch: Download available end of May. www.youtube.com/thehazyshades Available from: 200 limited edition CD's was available at launch night Download available end of May. www.facebook.com/thehazyshades https://twitter.com/thehazyshades
Album cd / download Release Date: 16 June
Listen/Watch: www.howtoswim.bandcamp.com Available from: www.howtoswim.bandcamp.com www.howtoswim.bandcamp.com www.facebook.com/howtoswim
CHERRYGROVE THE LAST BATTLE
No Time Like Now
Listen/Watch: www.soundcloud.com/cherrygrove www.cherrygrove.bandcamp.com www.youtube.com/cherrygrovemusic Available from: www.cherrygrovemusic.com www.cherrygrove.bandcamp.com iTunes www.cherrygrovemusic.com www.facebook.com/cherrygrovemusic www.twitter.com/cherrygroveband
Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=stoAnNJpfrc https://soundcloud.com/jamesgillespiemusic/survivebefore-i-die Available from: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/before-i-die-ep/ id8585606 www.jamesgillespie.es www.facebook.com/jamesgillespiemusic https://twitter.com/jgillespietweet
JOHN MITCHELL AND SOFIE JONSSON
Graith and Grain
Album : cd / download Release Date: 21 March
With traditional songs, contemporary melodies and original compositions, CHERRYGROVE are one of Scotland’s most exciting new folk ensembles. Their debut album, ’NO TIME LIKE NOW’, showcases the exceptional level of musicianship in the band through their sophisticated and thoughtful arrangements.
ep cd / download Release Date: Out Now
Lay Your Burden Down Album cd / download Release Date: Out Now
'Lay Your Burden Down' is the second album from Edinburgh's The Last Battle. It's a record that mixes all of the best bits of their folk laden debut with a new found indie rock energy, and a slight shift in sound that has earned the band praise from the likes of The Sunday Herald, The List and The Scotland On Sunday. Listen/Watch: www.soundcloud.com/thelastbattlemusic www.thelastbattlemusic.bandcamp.com Available from: On CD - www.thelastbattlemusic.bandcamp.com Record stores: Love Music glasgow, Vox Box Edinburgh and Elvis Shakespeare Edinburgh, also to download on iTunes. www.lastbattle.co.uk www.facebook.com/thelastbattleuk www.twitter.com/thelastbattle
ep cd / download Release Date: 24 May
Four tracks of music by this Scottish/ Swedish acoustic folk roots duo. Leaving Carolina, penned by Mitchell, incorporates fiddle, pedal steel, bass, and drums. The three remaining tracks are simply the duo exploring open tuned acoustic guitar, tapping, frailing, thumb picking, deft fiddle playing, vocals, and harmonies. Listen/Watch: www.youtube.com/user/HickW Available from: www.cdbaby.com/Artist/ JohnMitchellSofieJonsson1 www.johnandsofie.com www.facebook.com/johnandsofiemusic
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scotland's new releases ..... album : single : ep / cd : vinyl : download UNKLE BOB
FOREIGN SKIES
TEN TONNE DOZER
It's Not Enough
This Human Error
Uit de Buik - Duivel te koop
'It’s Not Enough' conjures up the atmosphere of a sundrenched road-trip on America’s Pacific Coast Highway, with its slight air of melancholy, and gentle dappled sunlight that’s all the more precious because it feels so transitory.
Foreign Skies are a three piece post-rock/ambient influenced band based in Glasgow, with release of their debut EP the band are looking to be gigging around Scotland in the coming months
single download Release Date: 7 July
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Listen/Watch: http://youtu.be/EkV4hysPctI https://soundcloud.com/unklebob/its-not-enough/ Available from: https://unklebob.bandcamp.com/
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live album (recorded in Belgium on our 202 tour) cd - Release Date: Out Now Ten Tonne Dozer are a heavy rock act based on the remote Shetland Islands. The band have played many gigs and tours, dozering their way throughout UK and Europe, their live shows are choc full of dozer mayhem and packing some serious ten tonne punch. It is an awe inspiring mix of blood, sweat, broken strings, and sheep skulls. It paves the way for the beginning of an epic journey throughout the ages of dishevelled dirt mongering slovenly metal and downright filthy Viking rock in Shetland. Listen/Watch: Come see us on tour somewhere in May or listen/view at www.youtube.com/user/tentonnedozer or on www. facebook.com/tentonnedozer Available from: On sale at all our gigs on this tour and also available when we get back off tour on tentonnedozer.bigcartel. com/ www.facebook.com/tentonnedozer www.reverbnation.com/tentonnedozer
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OCTOBER Glasgow Americana Festival Glasgow 1-5 October Glasgow's annual celebration of Americana brings musicians from as far afield as Texas and Canada to perform roots music from blues to rockabilly.
love guitar music in all its forms then this Festival is not to be missed. www.ullapoolguitarfestival.com
Callander Jazz and Blues Festival Callander 3-5 October
The Callander Jazz and Blues Festival is now firmly established on the UK Festival map and is one of the largest rural music festival events in www.glasgowamericana.com Scotland. Visit the Heart of Scotland and experience a weekend of first class entertainment amongst the early autumn The Cumnock Tryst splendour of the Trossachs. This year’s Cumnock programme offers over 45 live gigs staged in 22 2-5 October venues in and around the Trossachs town of Callander. Featuring a host of local, national and A new music festival under the leadership of international jazz and blues performers. Now in Scottish composer, James MacMillan CBE its 9th year, this years Festival promises to be a Cumnock, Scotland. It is hoped that The long weekend of live music with some great Cumnock Tryst will become an annual event with headline bands such as The Jive Aces, The concerts in venues in and around the town. The Revolutionaires and The Pinstripe Suit Swing programme will feature some of the finest, Band. international classical artists, as well as music We look forward to welcoming once again for a and musicians from different backgrounds both weekend of great fun and music in and around stylistically and socially. The Cumnock Tryst Callander. aims to make its strong commitment to the community at the heart of all its activities, for www.callanderjazz.com instance involving young people at school and college, amateur choirs and local bands. 'SHADES' www.thecumnocktryst.com
Carluke Jam Festival
Haddo Arts Festival 2014 Aberdeenshire 3-12 October
Carluke 3-4 October
A 10 day long festival of the arts at Haddo House in Aberdeenshire. The 'Haddo Arts Festival’ running in October is a prestigious 10 day event, Carluke Jam Festival is a celebration of Carluke's bringing together performers and artists of Food Production, Musical and Drama groups and national importance alongside the distinctive and Heritage. Building on the success of the Carluke talented voices of the North East. This is hoped Jam Festival in 2013, the organising committee to be a durable and important annual Scottish is back at work planning and preparing for the festival using the fantastic facilities at Haddo and next Carluke Jam Festival on 3rd and 4th of its country park. October 2014. As before, Carluke Jam Festival will celebrate Carluke's History, Musical www.haddoartsfestival.org.uk traditions and food manufacturing expertise within the town. Torridon Mountain & https://twitter.com/CarlukeJamFest
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Selkirk Sessions Selkirk 3-5 October 2014 is the ninth year of the Selkirk Sessions Traditional Music Festival and flows on from the two previous Both Sides of the Tweed Festivals which ceased in 2005. Selkirk Sessions welcomes all musicians who enjoy playing folk (traditional or modern), contemporary and bluegrass music; and anyone who just likes listening to good stuff. www.selkirksessions.com
Ullapool Guitar Festival Ullapool 3-5 October
Sea Festival Torridon, Highlands 3-13 October The festival has grown out of the annual Torridon Ale & Torridon Walking festivals traditionally held on the first and second weekends in October, filling the space between with a range of events closely tied to the mountains and sea. Here you will find sea kayaking, wildlife trips, mountain walking, scrambling, climbing, landscape photography, local food and crafts, all mixed together with a smattering of fine ale and great live music! www.mountainandseafestival.co.uk
Tenement Trail Festival Glasgow 4 October
TENEMENT TRAIL festival is back for the second consecutive year with a dynamic line-up of Come and Join us for the 15th Ullapool Guitar bands. Stretching across four venues on Festival this October. Amazing musicians in concert and held held in stunning surroundings. Glasgow’s famous Sauchiehall Street, the festival Enjoy workshops, concerts, the guitar exhibition/ will see over 30 acts of an eclectic mix of genres take to the stages in October from noon until the trade show and the best kept secret in Ullapool early hours to help celebrate Tenement TV’s "The Late Club" - starting at midnight and runs third birthday. till 03.00 am (and sometimes longer!). If you
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Shetland Accordion and Fiddle Festival Shetland 9-13 October This the 27th festival presents the best in traditional music from Shetland, Scotland, Ireland and Scandinavia. The Shetland Accordion and Fiddle Club promotes the best in tradional Shetland music, holding events throughout the year, as well as the annual Shetland Accordion & Fiddle Festival (SAFF) www.shetlandaccordionandfiddle.com
The Pleasance Sessions Edinburgh 9-18 October The Pleasance Sessions 2014 builds on last year’s success with a refined line-up spanning 10 nights from the 9th to the 18th of October. The Sessions continue to champion unique collaborations, bringing together musicians, promoters and publications from around the country for something very special. www.dustymoose.co.uk
The Spree Paisley October 10-18 Paisley's national festival of music, comedy and arts, now in it third year - taking place at various venues in the town centre www.thespree.co.uk
The Royal National Mod Paisley 10-18 October The Royal National Mod will take place in Inverness in 2014. The Feis events will take place in local hotels, public houses and local central venues. An Comunn Gàidhealach is one of the oldest and most respected Gaelic organisations. Founded in Oban in 1891, it has long been a leading light in the teaching, learning and use of the Gaelic language and the study and cultivation of Gaelic literature, history, music and art. www.modphaislig.org
Blazin’ in Beauly Beauly 11-17 October Fancy coming to the Highlands for a week of sessions, masterclasses, concerts, good craic and tuition from Blazin’ Fiddles and their guests? Blazin’ in Beauly was established in 2001 and since then has seen thousands of people descend on the little town of Beauly for the Blazin’ Fiddles experience! www.blazininbeauly.com
Glasgay! Glasgow 20 October - 15 November In a year that the world came to Glasgow to celebrate the Commonwealth Games and the
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Celtic Connections 2015 comprises a wealth of concerts, ceilidhs, talks, workshops, free events and late night sessions taking place over 18 days across various venues in Glasgow.
weekends. Top-class UK and international names feature in a programme of traditional jazz music in one of Scotland's prettiest and friendliest seaside resorts.
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Big Burns Supper
Brew at the Bog
Dumfries 23-31 January
Big Burns Supper is Dumfries’ newest multidisciplinary festival of contemporary performing arts, providing an annual platform for the most Perthshire Amber innovative music, theatre, visual arts, dance, live art, film, cabaret and children’s events. The The Dougie MacLean Festival festival will take place from the 23rd until the Perthshire 31st January 2014. Go to http://2014. 24 October - 2 November bigburnssupper.com/ to find out more about the This is the 10th year of our festival and promises festival. World's Biggest Night Burns Celebration. once again to be full of wonderful concerts http://2014.bigburnssupper.com/ featuring the finest of Scotland's musical talent as well as some international guests. Our venues are as special as ever … ranging from the prestigious Perth Concert Hall to town halls and tiny village halls, from atmospheric castles to our historic Dunkeld Cathedral and even Edinburgh International including an iron age Crannog on Loch Tay…25 venues in all in 2014! Harp Festival www.glasgay.co.uk
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NOVEMBER Kinross-shire's Winter Festival Kinross-shire November-December
Fiddle 2014
The Clarsach Society & Edinburgh International Harp Festival is an annual celebration and gathering of musical talents. Find out more about us at www.clarsachsociety.co.uk The Clarsach Society (Comunn na Clarsaich) encourages interest in the instrument, especially amongst young players, who enjoy its adaptability to solo work, accompaniment or ensemble playing. The Society also presents the Edinburgh International Harp Festival - an annual celebration and gathering of musical talents. Every Spring we bring harpists from across the globe together to rub shoulders with you, the audience.
Dumfries and Galloway 21-31 May
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Shetland 30 April -3 May
The Scots Fiddle Festival seeks to sustain and promote Scottish fiddle tradition and idioms, by providing a platform for performance, education, and participation. A weekend of concerts, recitals, workshops, talks and exhibitions is held on an annual basis highlighting regional Scottish fiddle styles and intercultural connections. Originally started in 1996, Fiddle 2014 continues to be run by the Scots Fiddle Festival Ltd, whose aim is to promote and sustain traditional fiddle music so that it can hold its place in the culture of Scotland and the world. www.scotsfiddlefestival.com
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The Festival as the UK's most northerly folk festival is regarded a prestigious event for performers, locals and visitors alike. Organised by a voluntary committee (and run by an even bigger pool of volunteers) the Festival prides itself in reaching out to even the most far flung areas of Shetland. Concerts are organised throughout the isles, consisting of some of the best International, British and Shetland music that the world has to offer. In fact, visiting artistes are regularly dumbfounded by the quantity and quality of local musicians that our remote isles have to offer. www.shetlandfolkfestival.com
JANUARY Celtic Connections Glasgow 15 January - 1 February
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Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival
35th Shetland Folk Festival
Edinburgh 21-23 November
Super earlybird tickets have already sold out! Next batch of tickets go on sale in October! Brew at the Bog is BrewDog and Bogbain Farm’s gift to the world: a festival full of new music and new beer. BrewDog are the leaders of the craft beer revolution and they are about breaking rules, taking risks, upsetting trends, unsettling institutions but first and foremost, great tasting beers. As one newspaper put it, BrewDog is the new black. Bogbain Farm is based just outside Inverness and was crowned the “Best Unusual Venue” at the 2012 Scottish Event Awards. Brew at the Bog is just the latest in festivals Bogbain is hosting and the fabulous surroundings of this old farm will ensure Brew at the Bog 2015 will go down in history.
Edinburgh 10-15 April 2015
Kinross-shire Winter Festival celebrates all local events happening during November and December. Kinross-shire Local Events Organisation (KLEO) has announced that Eddi Reader will perform at the Kinross-shire's Winter Festival on Saturday 22 November. For updates, tickets and more information please visit the www.harpfestival.co.uk festival website ..... www.kinrosswinterfestival.co.uk
Inverness 2 May 2015
Isle of Bute Jazz Festival Isle of Bute 1-4 May 2015 The 28th Isle of Bute Jazz Festival has grown spectacularly from its small beginnings to become one of Britain's most popular jazz
Our 9-day festival has taken place since 1979. The founding aim was to bring international performers of the highest quality to a region containing many scattered rural communities since then this region has produced some of its own talent of international standing and we’re proud to also be able to present these artistes from time to time. We offer a wide range of events: music – including classical, jazz and folk, dance, theatre, literary, children’s events, plus the visual arts and films. Events take place in a range of venues throughout the region, from large to small, formal to informal, urban to rural.
Orkney Folk Festival Orkney 21-24 May Here we are folks – Orkney Folk Festival number 33! Once again we have some big names coming north to join in the fun in May, and from the ceilidh bands to the almost indie strand, we have brought together a broad mix of artists that we hope appeals to everyone’s interpretation of the increasingly expansive folk genre. As ever, our local traditions and musicians – both established and emerging – will be centre stage alongside those visiting the festival. www.orkneyfolkfestival.com
Styrathyre Music Festival Styrathyre 24-25 May Styrathyre Music Festival can boast of being the largest Community based Music Festival in Scotland with over 250 individual Musicians taking part and despite challenging weather had over 1600 attending. Next years Festival is already confirmed for 29-31st May 2015. www.balvaig.co.uk
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