An Appalachian song from the singing of Jean Ritchie, I first heard Swing and Turn (Jubilee) from Laura Cortese at Orkney Folk Festival in 2017. The song can be found in Jean’s own book “Folk Songs of the Southern Appalachians as Sung by Jean Ritchie” reissued by the University of Kentucky Press in 2016. The […]
The Mermaid by Kim Richards
The song was inspired by the folktale ‘The Mermaid Wife’. The tale tells the story of a man who falls in love with a mermaid who was found exiled on the shore. He offers her his hand in marriage and they have several children. However, she cannot escape her desire to be back in the […]
Dark Turn of Mind by Iona Fyfe
Written by Gillian Welch and David Rawlings and released on Gillian’s 2011 album, The Harrow and The Harvest. It has since been performed and recorded by artists such as Chris Thile and Josienne Clark and Ben Walker. Dark Turn of Mind is the new release from MG ALBA Scots Singer of the Year, Iona Fyfe. […]
The Lion of Donegal by Alex MacDonald
James Duffy from Donegal was my distant relation by marriage. He won the Victoria Cross (the highest British military award for bravery) during World War I. His life in returning to a changed Ireland after the war was not easy. Alex MacDonald comes originally from the Strath of Kildonan in Sutherland, but has spent most […]
Causeway by Avocet
We proudly bring to your ears the ethereal track ‘Causeway’ by Scotland-based trio Avocet. The single was recorded at the Abbey Road Institute Amsterdam by Michiel Mutsaerts & Dieter Boels, released through Mink Records. Available on all major streaming platforms. Written by Sam Grassie & Iona Zajac. Arranged by Avocet Avocet is a Glasgow based trio […]
Swan Song by Gary Innes
‘Swan Song’ is the new single from award-winning musician Gary Innes Featuring vocals by the inimitable Karen Matheson, of Capercaillie fame, the new single is an ode to a number of Gary’s friends who sadly have passed away before they were ready to go. Gary said: “I had the privilege of getting to spend time […]
Doon the Watter by George Payling
Fair fortnight ‘Doon the Watter’ is an iconic touchstone for many of us. My childhood memories are filled with the throngs that used to wait to board the boats and trains to holiday by the sea. George Payling is a new singer/songwriter who has a heritage rooted in Scottish variety theatre and a music scene […]
Culloden by Calum Mackenzie Jones
Scottish Folk Song about the Battle Of Culloden and the poignancy of the battlefield. Lyrics,composition and all parts performed by Calum Mackenzie Jones. Recorded, produced and mixed at Glachbeg Croft by Steve Bull Productions. Mastered by Iain McLaughlin. An engaging young singer-songwriter from Oran, Moray. Creating original material with influences from Folk, Country, Blues, Traditional […]
Banks of Inverurie by Iona Fyfe
‘Banks of Inverurie” by Iona Fyfe – Available Now Taken from the album ‘Away From My Window’ out 24th March 2018 Pre-order the full album: www.ionafyfe.bandcamp.com Produced by Jani Lang (www.dallahanmusic.com) Iona Fyfe – vocals, harmonium Luc McNally – guitar Charlie Grey – fiddle Simon Gall – piano Callum Cronin – double bass Video by […]
The Dear Green Place by Alan Reid and Rob van Sante
This song highlights the story of the origins of Glasgow, its later emergence as an important Atlantic port and its growth into industrial metropolis. The song expresses the hope that it can become again like its nickname, the dear green place. Alan and Rob perform Scots song old and new on piano, guitars and accordion. […]
