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The Gathering by John Somerville

This is the first track from the “Voyage of the Hector” suite written by John Somerville and commissioned by Feis Rois. The suite of music chronollogically tells the story of the Hector’s journey as it made its dramatic journey from Ullapool to Pictou, Nova Scotia in the summer of 1773. John Somerville is one of […]

If I Was A Blackbird by Kaela Rowan

Kaela was inspired to record If I Was A Blackbird by Silly Wizard and the singing of the late, great Andy M Stewart. It’s the age old tale of a sailor who is spurned by an ungrateful lover and takes to the high seas to drown his sorrows. This is one of three haunting maritime […]

Wait ’til I tell John Alec… by Trail West

There isn’t a day goes by when a story is told that Seonaidh feels that he’ll later need to tell his uncle John Alec MacKay and, for that reason, ‘Wait ’til I tell John Alec’ is a common phrase in the Trail West van! Consisting of a waltz and a reel written by Allan MacDonald […]

Don’t Say Hi by Angela Paterson

Don’t Say Hi is a beautifully written reflection on the speed of modern day communications and preciousness of true friendships. Written by Angela Paterson and recorded in Argyll. Recorded and Produced by John Saich. Album released under Wild Biscuit, Argyll. Throughout the album, Angela’s stunning vocal harmonies soar. Her honey-tinged vocal style and elegant lyrics, […]

Long Days by Paul McKenna Band

This song talks about being away from home and trying to make new connections while constantly missing the old. Eventually the new ones become equally as important. 2016 will see The Paul McKenna Band celebrate their 10th Anniversary. To celebrate this milestone they are releasing their fourth, highly anticipated, studio album “Paths that Wind”, produced […]

Mairearad Green UK Tour

To celebrate the release of the critically acclaimed album Summer Isles, Mairearad Green has announced a selection of tour dates across the UK running from May 31st – June 29th 2016. Mairearad will be supported by Hector MacInnes; a songwriter, composer, multi-instrumentalist and audio producer from the Isle of Skye. Hector has worked with some […]

The Bothy Lads by Claire Hastings

The Bothy Lads features on Claire’s debut album ‘Between River and Railway’ released 29th April 2016 on Luckenbooth Records. Produced by Ali Hutton, recorded by Keir Long at Carrier waves Studio. Vocals – Claire Hastings Guitar & vocals – Jenn Butterworth Accordion – Andrew Waite Fiddle – Laura Wilkie Bass – Duncan Lyall Percussion – […]

Moose on the Loose/Night Ride to Armagh by The Routes Quartet

Moose on the Loose: Composed by Emma Tomlinson, Arranged by The Routes Quartet Night Ride to Armagh: Composed by Brian Finnegan, Arranged by The Routes Quartet Groovy rhythms and exciting arrangements. The Routes Quartet brings together folk and classical traditions with new arrangements of folk tunes and original compositions. The quartet members bring influences from […]

Whirlpool by Hamish Napier

I recently premiered my New Voices commission, entitled ‘The River’ at Glasgow’s brilliant Celtic Connections festival, while simultaneously launching a studio album of the music on the day. If you wish to order the CD you can do so from me directly here (no middle man)! What is the ‘The River’ all about? Well, growing […]

A Tanera Talisman by Mairearad Green

A Tanera Talisman written by Mairearad Green on her new album Summer Isles due for release on 26th February via Buie Records. “An exquisite collection of acoustic, folk and cinematic vignettes that create an overwhelming listening experience.” Folk Radio UK “A touch of island magic…” The Scotsman “It is impressionistic – in the same vein […]