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Skyrie is a band that knows how to bring the party wherever they go. Comprised of Lesley Thompson Smith on fiddle and whistle, Jimmy Anderson on guitar and bass, and Chris Smith on drums and bodhran, this talented trio has been wowing audiences with their unique blend of traditional and modern music. Hailing from the […]
“I’m so looking forward to my concert at the Alhambra in September! It’s one of those venues which still has that ‘old theatre’ feel, with the proscenium arch over the stage and seating in layers…up to ‘the gods … where even a big audience feels close” comments Dougie MacLean It’s been a surprising and adventurous […]
This is the second album from this renowed duo – Élan released on 18th May 2023. Liz caught up with Rachel and was in conversation with her about this stunning new album – all while Ron was on a flight to Barbados Celtic Festival! Take the oldest Scottish instrument, the clarsach (harp), and the newest […]
Cala are a 6 piece trad band originating from Inverness. The band’s choice of instruments and attention to detail in arranging and writing creates Cala’s unique spin on Scottish trad – a fresh, full, and exciting sound. Since their debut single ‘Causeway’ back in late 2020, the band has had high ambitions going forward. The […]
Robin Adams is a Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist. He has released 8 studio albums, The last of which, One Day, was our Album of the Year 2021. Sun Behind the Storm is his 8th Studio album. The album’s title track was originally released as a single in 2013, yet the song never found its way […]
Wednesday 8th February sees the return of regular programmes from Gordon Hotchkiss, with his Hotchpotch from 7pm – 10pm. Gordon first developed an interest in folk music during the folk revival of the 1960s and 1970s. From then, he became involved with the music scene, meeting enthusiasts and performers and developed a deep understanding of […]
A skilled guitarist, fiddler and songwriter, Shetlander Barry Nisbet is inspired by stories, both historical and contemporary. Performing in dialect and English, his songs give a sensitive, occasionally humorous take on past and contemporary events. Nisbet’s fiddle style derives from the local Cullivoe Fiddlers tradition. As likely to be seen at the wheel of a […]
Celtic Music Radio joins 20 new stations broadcasting to Edinburgh on Digital Radio. To listen to Celtic Music Radio, you need a digital radio capable of receiving DAB+ in your home or in your car.Please perform a FULL SCAN. This will update your station list and add us to your Digital Wireless. The plan for […]
The Source of Light is a remarkable collection and was recorded at a time when Eric was not in the best of health. We are very pleased to report that he is now on the mend and still performing in concert in Australia and New Zealand. Eric Bogle was born in Peebles, Scotland, in 1944, […]
FLO is a brand new instrumental album written, performed and produced by Dougie MacLean and Jamie MacLean In Butterstone Studios during the autumn and winter 2021. Dougie MacLean combines forces with son Jamie MacLean who is an accomplished composer, musician and recording artist in his own right. His first solo release was the album Footsteps From Home which provided the […]
