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Leith-based folk music outfit Fidra<\/b>, led by singer-songwriter Craig Salter<\/b>, are set to release their impactful debut album The Running Wave<\/i><\/b> on Friday 2 August 2024<\/b>.<\/p>\n The stirring new body of work is a harmonious blend of distinctly Scottish folk music with an indie-infused edge which offers a unique and personal perspective, both sonically and lyrically, on life in Scotland.<\/p>\n Citing influences such as Karine Polwart, Lau, Kris Drever, Mogwai, King Creosote and Neil Young, Fidra<\/b>showcases the outstanding storytelling talents of Craig Salter<\/b>, whose heartfelt vocals and intricate acoustic and electric guitars are laid beautifully bare on The Running Wave<\/i><\/b>. He is joined on the record by the talents of Kev Dunne<\/b> on percussion, Fraser Hughes<\/b> on bass guitar, Adam Milne<\/b> on electric guitar, Sarah Gallagher<\/b> and Finty Martin<\/b> on vocals, Pedro Cameron<\/b> and Madeleine Stewart<\/b> on fiddle and Gill Higgins<\/b>on harmonium and vocals.<\/p>\n The emotive album is a continuation of the themes of Fidra\u2019s 2022 EP Broken Ground<\/i>, which explored the experiences of Craig and his loved ones and wove a captivating narrative about the Scottish consciousness.<\/p>\n The Running Wave<\/i><\/b> features eight brand new songs, alongside three tracks from the EP, and their 2023 single Water A\u2019n<\/i>. All of these tracks flow together to create a bold and moving album with a confident, socially conscious core. It takes its title from John Rutter’s The Gaelic Blessing<\/i> \u2013 a favourite of Craig\u2019s grandmother, to whom the album is dedicated, and represents the constant movement and change to communities and landscapes on Scotland\u2019s coastline, all of which are entangled with the ebb and flow of life.<\/p>\n Craig Salter said:<\/b> \u201cI started writing music for Fidra during lockdown, when collaborating was much harder. Once we were able to work together again we recorded our first EP, and ever since then I\u2019ve been writing forThe Running Wave<\/i>. The album represents a continuation and development of Fidra as a musical project \u2013 bringing together different people from a variety of genres \u2013 while maintaining a focus on creating contemporary Scottish folk music that makes you think.<\/p>\n \u201cMuch of our music is influenced by stories of life in Scotland. Some of the tracks on the album explore the changing face of life on Scotland\u2019s coasts and islands, partly inspired by and told through the stories of people, including my grandparents and other family members. Combining these lived experiences with our blend of traditional and modern music, the aim with our debut album is to connect with people across the country and beyond, who can relate to, reflect on, and enjoy these stories.\u201d<\/p>\n Stirring lead single None Left for Sorrow<\/i><\/b>, set for release on Friday 5 July<\/b>, was written in reaction to the current plight of people in Palestine, and the feeling of helplessness at seeing people living without their freedom. With a rousing chorus led by a strong fiddle line, the track is a powerful reminder not to take freedom for granted.<\/p>\n Far From You<\/i><\/b> was inspired by the true story of a young man who was called up to fight in the Second World War, and had to part ways with a lover. It tells the story of how he is sent to North Africa not knowing if he’ll ever come home to her, and their yearning to stay together in Scotland. The track\u2019s more traditional sound and strong dual lead vocals lend themselves perfectly to the moving love story.<\/p>\n Another standout is Mortal Boy<\/i><\/b>, a song about a young man who thinks he is invincible, leading a hedonistic lifestyle, only to find that he’s battling with his demons, drink and loneliness. The indie, guitar-led production combined with traditional elements and visual lyrics bring the tragic story to life and could easily draw comparisons to the candid lyricism of Frightened Rabbit.<\/p>\n The Running Wave<\/i><\/b> was recorded at Mark Morrow Audio<\/b> in Granton, Edinburgh. Fidra will be celebrating the launch of the album with a live show at The Glad Cafe<\/b>, Glasgow<\/b> on Friday 9 August 2024<\/b>. More information and tickets are available at <\/span>www.fidramusic.com<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n The album will be available digitally and on CD from Friday 2 August 2024<\/b>, and to pre-order on vinyl.<\/span><\/p>\n Artist website:<\/strong> http:\/\/www.fidramusic.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n Single title:<\/strong> Follow Me Down Search Terms:<\/strong> {Search terms:18}<\/p>\n\n Follow these topics: contemporary<\/a>, Featured release<\/a>, Newsletter<\/a>, Releases<\/a>, songwriter<\/a><\/p> Leith-based folk music outfit Fidra, led by singer-songwriter Craig Salter, are set to release their impactful debut album The Running Wave on Friday 2 August 2024. 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\nAlbum title:<\/strong> The Running Wave
\nRelease Date:<\/strong> 02\/08\/2024
\nSingle artist:<\/strong> Fidra
\nSingle duration:<\/strong> 2:35
\nCatalogue No:<\/strong> FIDMM002
\nWriters:<\/strong> Craig Salter
\nPublishers:<\/strong> PRS
\nExplicit?: No<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"