Congratulations to Mànran who has been nominated in the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards 2025. Vote now! It’s going to be another great night at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards on Saturday 6th December in Aberdeen Music Hall. Why not join us for a brilliant night of music and awards. Buy a ticket here.
We asked Gary of Mànran the following questions.
Tell us about yourself
Mànran are one of the most acclaimed bands in the Scottish traditional music scene, celebrated for their powerful blend of Gaelic and contemporary folk sounds. Since forming in 2010, the multi-award-winning group have built an international reputation for their electrifying live performances, rich harmonies, and dynamic musicianship. They continue to unite influences from rock, pop and world music whilst singing in both Gaelic and English. Mànran have toured across Europe, the USA and Australia, earning acclaim for their fresh, forward-looking take on the traditional.
Why are you involved in Scottish music?
Because there is no better music on the planet!
Any particular career highlights?
Having now performed in over 30 countries all across the world, we have so many career highlights, but some standout moments from this year alone include showcasing our music in Carnegie Hall, NYC and getting three singles from our new album To the Wind play-listed on BBC Radio 2.
What are your plans for the future?
To continue to create music that we are excited to play and perform live.
Mànran Social Media
Website: https://manran.co.uk
Facebook: manran
Instagram: manrancam
YouTube: manrantv
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The 2025 MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards are on the 6th December 2025 in Aberdeen Music Hall! You will be able to watch it live in person (buy a ticket here). Watch it live in the UK at 9pm (GMT) on BBC ALBA and and around the world here. Hosted by Scottish personalities Alistair Heather and Mary Ann Kennedy, the night in the Granite City will also welcome live performances from some of the brightest lights on the thriving trad scene today including beloved singer Hannah Rarity, UK folk legends The Poozies, trad pop band Mec Lir and BBC Radio scotland Young Traditional Musician and Scots Performer o the Year Ellie Beaton and many more!
If you would like to support Hands Up for Trad in their work with Scottish trad music and musicians why not become a friend of Hands Up for Trad. In addition to our high profile events like the Scots Trad Music Awards, we also deliver a less well known, education programme for young people from 8yrs right through to young adults at the start of their careers. Read more here.