Scots Trad Music Awards

The MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards have unveiled the 2026 list of nominees, with trailblazing folk acts, much-loved festivals, rising stars and unsung heroes of the scene all up for recognition. An impressive roll call of talent representing the best of … [Read More...]

Line up announced and nominations open for annual ‘folk Oscars’ Paisley is preparing to roll out the red carpet for Scotland’s traditional music stars as it is confirmed as the host of the 2026 MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards, with nominations open from … [Read More...]

On Saturday 5th December, the Lagoon Centre in Paisley hosts Scotland's biggest night for traditional music. Produced by Hands Up for Trad, the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards recognise the artists, musicians and industry figures shaping Scottish traditional … [Read More...]

The vibrant world of Scottish traditional music celebrated its brightest stars and leading lights at the 23rd annual MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards in Aberdeen last night. The event recognised an outstanding array of artists, projects and organisations for … [Read More...]

Talent from all corners of the Scottish folk and traditional music scene have been named among the nominees for this year’s MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards. Around 100 nominees have been shortlisted across 22 categories as the biggest award ceremony … [Read More...]

Aberdeen has been unveiled as this year’s host location for the 2025 MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards – the biggest award ceremony celebrating Scotland’s traditional music scene – as nominations open today. Taking place on Saturday 6th December, the ‘folk … [Read More...]

The MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards, the most prestigious night in Scotland’s traditional music calendar, crowned this year’s winners at an impressive ceremony in Inverness last night. Held on St. Andrew’s Day, the awards showcased the exceptional … [Read More...]