Acclaimed trio TEUD: The Hebridean Fiddle Project will release their striking new single ‘Òran Manitoba’ on Friday 27th June 2025. With this vibrant interpretation, the group unites the fiddles with the Gaelic vocals to portray the meaning and strength of the song. Originally composed by Tiree bard John MacLean around 1877, ‘Òran Manitoba’ gives voice to the heartbreak and injustice of the Tiree clearances, when families […]
Òran na Bèiste Maoile by Kim Carnie
Multi award-winning singer-songwriter Kim Carnie is set to unveil a compelling new single, ‘Òran na Bèiste Maoile’, on Friday 27th June 2025, offering a striking glimpse into the evolving soundscape of her upcoming album set for release this September. Rooted in Gaelic folklore and shaped by global sounds, ‘Òran na Bèiste Maoile’ was written specifically with world music royalty and kora player Seckou Keita in […]
Seo a’ Bhliadhna by Sian
Gaelic vocal group Sian have announced their highly-anticipated second album, ‘araon’. The first single from the album, ‘Seo a’ Bhliadhna’, will be released on Friday 30 May 2025. The song is a traditional lament with connections to the Isle of Skye and Raasay, and particularly the MacLean family. ‘Seo a’ Bhliadhna’ features guest musicians James […]
Glaschu by Mairi MacMillan
Album of 9 new Gaelic songs inspired by Glasgow and Gaelic language in Glasgow. All songs composed by Mairi MacMillan. The album has a booklet with all the lyrics also translated into English and some information about each song. Accompanying Mairi’s singing are Germa Adan (guitars and violins), Matt Carmichael (saxophone) and Rory Matheson (piano). […]
The Wee Hours by Josie Duncan
Acclaimed Scottish artist Josie Duncan is set to release her newest single The Wee Hours (the magical time between midnight and morning) on 13th June, created as part of the enchanting short film ‘Faithful’ from Silly Wee Films. The track, which Duncan describes as a deeply personal creation into which she “poured her whole heart,” […]
Ó Ho – Ró ‘Ille Dhuinn by Ainsley Hamill
A musical journey through the mystical realms and rich tapestry of Scotland’s folklore and resilient people. Dive into the captivating world of Scottish folklore and hypnotic melodies with Ainsley Hamill’s third studio album Fable; a musical journey weaving tales of the water horse, the Cailleach and other enchanting legends, through the mystical realms of Trad […]
Crìoch Na Réis by Fielding Chase
Crìoch Na Réis translates into English as ‘End of the Race’ and is about love, loyalty, intensity of emotion and sacrifice in commitment! The lyrics of Crìoch Na Réis were originally written in English by William Codona before being skilfully translated by his brother Alasdair Codona, who is a Gaelic singer and musician. Alasdair has […]
Mogaisean by DLÙ
Respected trad fusion band DLÙ (pronounced dloo) have announced the release of their latest single Mogaisean, hailing the start of a new era for the Glasgow-based five-piece. Released on Thursday 16 May 2024, Mogaisean is the first single from the band’s upcoming second album Close To which will be launched in June at SWG3 Warehouse […]
Disathairne Ghabh Mi Mulad by Katie Macfarlane
Emerging Scottish artist Katie Macfarlane is set to enchant listeners worldwide with her debut album An Nighean Sheunta (Gaelic for The Enchanted Girl) due for release on Friday 20 October 2023. The captivating body of work masterfully intertwines the languages of Gaelic, Catalan, Scots and English, inspired by Airdrie-based Katie’s cherished visits to the Scottish Hebrides and Catalonia. Drawing inspiration from esteemed […]
Mo nighean donn hò gù (My brown haired girl hò gù by Joy Dunlop
Mo nighean donn, ho gù is a traditional Gaelic waulking song. The track leans into the rhythmic aspects of the tradition and plays around with the accompaniment, with the backing vocals also imitating and exaggerating the beat-driven feel of a waulking song, which would have been sung during the tweed or tartan-making process. Bringing the […]
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