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Blue Rose Code aka Ross Wilson (pictured) plays Edinburgh's Queen's Hall on Friday 6 May along with Dean Owens and Dick Gaughan who jointly are "The Men From Leith" as part of TradFest - more info on page 3 : photo by Zoe Barrie
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Scottish music on TV over the next week ... 4 MAY Na Trads: 21.55pm on BBC ALBA. FIDDLERS' BID playing at the Trad Awards. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Rapal: 11.30pm on BBC ALBA. Featuring BROWN BEAR AND THE BANDITS, CARA MITCHELL, THE OPEN DAY ROTATION and JOHN WEAN. www.bbcalba.co.uk 10 MAY Beartas nan Daoine: 11pm on BBC ALBA. A series looking at the heritage of collections of Gaelic songs and stories. www.bbcalba.co.uk 11 MAY
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Horo Gheallaidh: 10.30pm on BBC ALBA. DUNCAN CHISHOLM and THE FOX HUNT with THE HENRY GIRLS are among the guests. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Horo Gheallaidh: 10pm on BBC ALBA. DUNCAN CHISHOLM and THE FOX HUNT with THE HENRY GIRLS are among the guests. www.bbcalba.co.uk
Fonn Fonn Fonn: 10pm on BBC ALBA. Off-beat music quiz show hosted by sharp dresser and resident wit Gilleasbuig Ferguson. www.bbcalba.co.uk
Belladrum: 11.15pm on BBC ALBA. Unseen festival highlights from XSM. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Horo Gheallaidh: 10.30pm on BBC ALBA. Featuring performances by legendary Irish artisit BRIAN KENNEDY and CATHY ANN MACPHEE. www.bbcalba.co.uk
Rapal: 10.00pm on BBC ALBA. Featuring BROWN BEAR AND THE BANDITS, CARA MITCHELL, THE OPEN DAY ROTATION and JOHN WEAN. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Belladrum: 11.45pm on BBC ALBA. Unseen festival highlights from XSM. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Seirm: 10pm on BBC ALBA. Mary Ann Kennedy presents music from the 2015 Celtic Connections music festival. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Fonn Fonn Fonn: 11pm on BBC ALBA. Off-beat music quiz show hosted by sharp dresser and resident wit Gilleasbuig Ferguson. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Rapal: 11.30pm on BBC ALBA. Featuring BROWN BEAR AND THE BANDITS, CARA MITCHELL, THE OPEN DAY ROTATION and JOHN WEAN. www.bbcalba.co.uk
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TUFF LOVE: At Dome, London. After releasing their debut compilation LP earlier this year, Glaswegian 7 MAY guitar-pop duo Tuff Love are pleased to announce they’ll be hitting the road this May, supporting Comhdhail Colm Chille: 8pm on BBC ALBA. Top Chastity Belt on a their UK tour, as well as their own exponents of Scottish Gaelic and Irish song and music Glasgow headline show on May 15th. in session, with Mary Black.. www.facebook.com/ReallyTuffLove www.bbcalba.co.uk
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Tiree Music Festival: 9pm on BBC ALBA. The best bits from TMF with Sarah Cruickshank and Vicky Kilgour. www.bbcalba.co.uk Cuirm @ Celtic: 00.30am on BBC ALBA. Celtic Connections presents mouth music, Quebecois style with special guests. www.bbcalba.co.uk 8 MAY
12 MAY RANT: At Kings Place, London. Spring 2016 sees the release of Reverie, the much anticipated second album from RANT, firmly established in their relatively short time together as a huge musical force and a strong, raw, yet vibrant sound on the British folk scene. Nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2014, RANT is the meeting of four of Scotland’s finest fiddle players, two from the Shetland Islands and two from the Highlands. www.rantfiddles.com
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4 JUNE HUGH KELLY: At Alleycat, Denmark Street. 7pm. Edinburgh Alt.Blues/Soul singer songwriter Hugh Kelly has recently released his debut EP which is getting numerous plays on radio stations throughout UK, and he was ‘Artist of the Week’ in the Scotland on Sunday & Scotsman and was interviewed live on BBC Radio Scotland’s Janice Forsyth Show with one of his tracks making her ‘Single of the Week’. Hugh’s also one of Jim Gellatly's top picks for April 2016. Hugh’s out on tour now across the summer at venues and festivals showcasing tracks from the EP and playing a track or two from his album due out at the end of the year. www.hughkellymusic.com 12 JULY DAVE ARCARI: At The Blues Kitchen, Camden, London. SLIDE guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s alt.blues sounds owe as much to trash country, punk and rockabilly as they do pre-war Delta blues and have been showcased via eight internationally-acclaimed solo CD releases. Two US tours in 2015 – including official showcases at SxSW in Austin, Texas – built on the foundations laid over successful US tours in 2013 and 2014. A new set of recordings is scheduled for release over an EP and an album in 2016. Seasick Steve said: “Dave plays like he got his skin turned inside out and pretty soon my skin was inside out too listening and it was all good. That boy bleeds for you – he a real down deep player and a soul man…”
9 SEPTEMBER SONGS OF SEPARATION: At Kings Place, London. Songs of separation is an outstanding collaboration between ten of Scotland and England’s leading female folk musicians. Devised and recorded in just six days on the Isle of Eigg, the musicians explore the rich heritage of the two countries, drawing on their respective and collective musical experiences and crafting something both new and special. The album was released in January, to exceptional reviews, and had a sell-out tour. www.songsofseparation.co.uk
EDINBURGH + Mid - East - West Lothian Send us all your gig dates for Edinburgh and Lothians area. Email them to Carol carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com 5 MAY Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. ALTAN: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8-Late. A series of gig nights based out of Edinburgh's
Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk 6 MAY Scary Biscuits Promotions presents ….. The Men From Leith: DICK GAUGHAN + BLUE ROSE CODE + DEAN OWENS & THE WHISKY HEARTS: At The Queen’s Hall, Clerk St, Edinburgh EH8 9JG. Tickets £16 (+ booking fee) Box office 0131 668 2019. 7.30pm (doors 7pm). The Men From Leith is a night of celebration of the songwriting and musical talents of three men from Leith - outstanding musicians who all hail from the same small corner of Edinburgh. It promises to be a mix of original and traditional songwriting and compelling performances, with grit, fire, honesty and wry humour. The event was inspired by Owens’ classic song Man From Leith, and promises to be an unforgettable evening. As well as separate sets from each of these proud Leithers, there may also be some surprise collaborations. The Men From Leith is included in Tradfest 2016 programme – tickets @ www.thequeenshall.net www.dickgaughan.co.uk www.bluerosecode.com www.deanowens.com Brookfield Knights presents ….. SHEESHAM AND LOTUS: At Edinburgh Tradfest. We are delighted to welcome back these "new kings of old-time", described by fRoots magazine as “a delicious brew and all in all a lovely, inspiring and slightly manic treat.” Cerys Matthews at BBC Radio 6 has urged everyone to “catch them if you can."
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Mellow Promotions presents YOSSARIAN: At Wee Red Bar, Lady Lawson Street, Edinburgh. 8-Late. www.mellowpromotions.com Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. HIDDEN ORCHESTRA: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8-Late. A series of gig nights based out of Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk ROMEO'S DAUGHTER: At Dreadnought, Bathgate, West Lothian. Romeo’s Daughter are one of Britain‟s finest AOR mainstream rock bands fronted by Leigh Matty, recently voted Number 5 „Lady Rock Singer of all time‟ in Classic Rock Magazine. Craig Joiner is the band‟s guitarist, songwriter and producer. Ed Poole is the bass player and also co produces alongside Craig. Completing the line up is Andy Wells on drums. “Power and sophistication “ “Romeos Daughter trample most of Britain‟s melodic rockers under foot” Kerrang www.romeosdaughter.co.uk www.dreadnoughtrock.com
Blue is her best yet, packed full of beautiful, poignant indie pop gems. Kid Canaveral Acoustic set from Edinburgh alt pop outfit. Kid Canaveral release new single, First We Take Dumbarton, April 29th on Lost Map Records. www.lostmap.com 11 MAY
SOUTHERN TENANT FOLK UNION: At Edinburgh Folk Club, Pleasance Cabaret Bar, 60 Pleasance, Edinburgh EH8 9TJ, Doors 7:30pm THE NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA: At The Brunton, Musselburgh. The Nick Ross Orchestra STFU Onstage 8pm. Tickets: £10 (£9 concs/£7 brings the Big Band Sound of the 1940s & 50s to EFC members). Southern Tenant Folk Union are the Edinburgh based string band that over a Scotland in May with a “Spectacular Concert” series of albums have produced a thought celebrating Glenn Miller and the Big Band era. provoking and arresting take on roots & folk With a full line-up of saxophones, trumpets, music. Through extensive touring they have trombones, a rhythm section and special guest seen audiences grow year on year and now vocalist Sam Merrick, the Nick Ross Orchestra consistently sell-out concert venues all over the will faithfully recreate the wonderful sound of UK and Ireland. the Big Bands including those led by Glenn www.facebook.com/SouthernTenantFolkUnion Miller, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and Syd Lawrence. Tickets @ 0131 665 2240 Through The Wire Music presents ..... www.thebrunton.co.uk BELAKO with OLD TOWN RITUALS + www.nickrossorchestra.com PUBLISHER: At Sneaky Pete's in Edinburgh. Basque Country based band Belako, an 8 MAY energetic and infectious four-piece, make their Straight to Video presents ….. TRY THE PIE UK debut in Edinburgh. The four-piece have + TWO WHITE CRANES + KID CANAVERAL toured with Crystal Fighters and Placebo over (ACOUSTIC): At Henry's Cellar Bar, 8–16 the last year and have received numerous Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8BJ. 7pm, £6/ national music awards, including one from £7. Try The Pie - Bean Kaloni Tupou is a selfRolling Stone Magazine. They've played around taught, touring musician born and raised in San Europe with slots at Primavera Sound Festival Jose, California. Try the Pie is a solo effort and Santander Music Festival and this will be spanning the length of almost ten years, their first time in the UK. Post-punk and drawing upon a Tongan-American and a Bay electronica mixed with pop beats with a distinct Area punk background. Two White Cranes grunge sound. www.belako.net Roxy has been a mainstay of the Bristol DIY www.facebook.com/throughthewirem scene for nearly ten years. 2015 album Radisson
13 MAY The Definitive Elvis Experience Show: At Edinburgh Queens Hall. The Definitive Elvis Experience” is the most authentic live stage show produced to honour Elvis Presley’s legacy. For those who missed the opportunity to see Elvis Live on stage you will have Such a Night… The show, which is accompanied by the brilliant Definitive Show Band, encapsulates all Elvis’ eras, from the ’56 explosion that sky rocketed his dynamic career, through to his gospel roots, Hollywood years and ’68 comeback all the way through to the later iconic concert years. www.definitiveelvisexperience.com 14 MAY The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. KRIS DREVER with IAN CARR, LOUIS ABBOTT and EUAN BURTON plus support: At Pleasance Theatre, Edinburgh. Kris Drever celebrates his first decade as an acclaimed solo artist and songwriter with a brand new studio album If Wishes Were Horses, released by Reveal Records on March 28th 2016, and a supporting tour. www.fallenangelsclub.com http://krisdrever.com/gigs/ Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. RHYTHM MACHINE: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8-Late. A series of gig nights based out of Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk TRIO RED featuring TOM BANCROFT: At Pathhead Village Hall. Trio Red featuring Tom Bancroft on drums have just launched their new album 'Lucid Dreamers' and are embarking on a
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SAYER JR. & CHARLOTTE JOYCE with support from THE ANDY GUNN BAND: At The Voodoo Rooms, 19a West Register Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2AA. Doors open at 7.15pm. From the downhome sound of the Delta to contemporary blues rock riffage, the Edinburgh Blues Club showcases every shade of blues with 15 MAY its eagerly anticipated new programme. The Edinburgh Blues Club is a Social Enterprise Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. established to harness popular support for TUXEDO MOON: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8- regular blues events in Edinburgh. Late. A series of gig nights based out of http://edinburgh-blues.uk Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk 23 MAY 17 MAY
SONGS OF SEPARATION: At Edinburgh Queens Hall (with young people’s workshop). Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. Songs of separation is an outstanding IMAM BAILDI: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8collaboration between ten of Scotland and Late. A series of gig nights based out of England’s leading female folk musicians. Devised Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. and recorded in just six days on the Isle of Eigg, www.Summerhall.co.uk the musicians explore the rich heritage of the two countries, drawing on their respective and RURA: At The Mash House, Edinburgh. collective musical experiences and crafting 8.00pm / £13. With their second album, 2015’s something both new and special. The album was Despite the Dark, accompanied by extensive UK released in January, to exceptional reviews, and and international touring, RURA have well and had a sell-out tour. This is a rare opportunity to truly reinforced their reputation as one of see the full line up, joined by some very special Scotland’s most powerful folk-based bands. (very small) guests. It will be their last Scottish Their exquisitely rugged, yet refined, blend of date in 2016. fiddle, Highland pipes, whistle, flute, bodhran, www.songsofseparation.co.uk guitar and voice has proven a resounding hit across the board. 24 MAY www.rura.co.uk ROSIE NIMMO: At Scotch Malt Whisky Society, ZOE FAULKNER: At Rose And Crown, Leith. Rosie has been singing jazz and blues for Edinburgh. “Perth-based Zoe Faulkner's new EP several years, including annual performances in is the sound of a remarkable talent finding her the Edinburgh International Jazz and Blues feet. The five tracks that comprise 'Voices' have Festival (since 2009), and as well as performing seen Zoe compared to a young Stevie Nicks. The regularly for the National Galleries of Scotland singer/songwriter, originally from Aberdeen but she has also played several times in the now studying at Perth College, also counts Eva International Book Festival. She has been Cassidy, Kate Bush and Carole King as musical praised in both Scottish broadsheets, the music influences” - Perthshire Advertiser. press and reviewed by the Guardian. www.facebook.com/ZoeFaulknerMusic www.rosienimmo.com 20 MAY Mellow Promotions presents SEAN C KENNEDY with special guests JOSH MASSEY and AMY MALCOLM: At The Mash House, Edinburgh. 7pm, £6 in advance, £10 on door. www.mellowpromotions.com
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ANIMA MUNDI: At Voodoo Rooms, 19A W Register St. Edinburgh EH2 2AA. Doors: 7pm. Tickets: £16.50 (adv). Box Office: 0131 556 7060. The Cuban prog five-piece Anima Mundi, being a unique band in its homeland, it is impossible to understand the evolution of the 21 MAY band without having an understanding of the Cuban situation. It is a known fact that the The Edinburgh Blues Club presents ….. RON phenomenon of migration is suffered by nearly
every family on the Island. Nine musicians from Anima Mundi have left and live in other countries, leaving holes in the line-up which are difficult to fill with talented performers. Also acquiring instruments and equipment isn’t straight forwards, with the lack of freedom of information. The indifference of the Cuban media to rock music, which has foreign influences, is thought of as having a lack of national identity. This is the first time that the Mundi’s have played in the UK, but they have played some hugely successful gigs and festivals in Europe, and thought it was about time that here in the UK we had a taste of their style of Progressive Rock. www.animamundimusic.com 26 MAY HUGH KELLY: At The Mash House, Edinburgh. 7.30pm. Edinburgh Alt.Blues/Soul singer songwriter Hugh Kelly has recently released his debut EP which is getting numerous plays on radio stations throughout UK, and he was ‘Artist of the Week’ in the Scotland on Sunday & Scotsman and was interviewed live on BBC Radio Scotland’s Janice Forsyth Show with one of his tracks making her ‘Single of the Week’. Hugh’s also one of Jim Gellatly's top picks for April 2016. Hugh’s out on tour now across the summer at venues and festivals showcasing tracks from the EP and playing a track or two from his album due out at the end of the year. www.hughkellymusic.com 28 MAY MALCOLM MIDDLETON: At Electric Circus, Edinburgh. Malcolm Middleton is a guitarist and songwriter best known for his work with the Scottish alternative rock band Arab Strap. Over the course of 10 years they released 6 studio albums before splitting amicably in 2006. Malcolm has continued to write and perform as a solo artist and has released five solo albums, with his sixth Summer Of '13 to be released on the 27th May 2016. www.facebook.com/malcolmmiddleton THE EDINBURGH LIGHT ORCHESTRA: At The Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh. Edinburgh’s premier concert orchestra invites you to Journey Into Melody for a tuneful evening of ‘easy-listening’. We begin our summer Journey Into Melody in lively fashion with Eric Coates’ Television March. Following on is a belated tribute to the legendary Frank Sinatra. Salute to Ol’ Blue Eyes
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17 JUNE NEW SCOTTISH HYMNS BAND: Barclay Viewforth Church, Edinburgh, 7.30pm. Great hymns speak timeless truths with profound passion. One aim of this album which the band are touring was to introduce some new songs that churches in Scotland might find useful in their own unique worship services. Scottish traditional music and folk melodies have an adaptable quality that renders the best of them timeless. http://newscottishhymns.com/events/ 24 JUNE Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. PAWS: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8-Late. A series of gig nights based out of Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. A series of gig nights based out of Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk
HUGH KELLY: At Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh. 7pm Edinburgh Alt.Blues/Soul singer songwriter Hugh Kelly has recently released his debut EP 10 JUNE which is getting numerous plays on radio stations throughout UK, and he was ‘Artist of the DAVE ARCARI: At Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh. Week’ in the Scotland on Sunday & Scotsman SLIDE guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s alt. and was interviewed live on BBC Radio blues sounds owe as much to trash country, Scotland’s Janice Forsyth Show with one of his punk and rockabilly as they do pre-war Delta tracks making her ‘Single of the Week’. Hugh’s blues and have been showcased via eight also one of Jim Gellatly's top picks for April internationally-acclaimed solo CD releases. Two 2016. Hugh’s out on tour now across the US tours in 2015 – including official showcases summer at venues and festivals showcasing at SxSW in Austin, Texas – built on the tracks from the EP and playing a track or two foundations laid over successful US tours in 2013 from his album due out at the end of the year. and 2014. A new set of recordings is scheduled www.hughkellymusic.com for release over an EP and an album in 2016. Seasick Steve said: “Dave plays like he got his 25 JUNE skin turned inside out and pretty soon my skin was inside out too listening and it was all good. Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. That boy bleeds for you – he a real down deep RHYTHM MACHINE: At Summerhall, player and a soul man…” Edinburgh. 8-Late. A series of gig nights based www.davearcari.com out of Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk MAIN STREET BLUES + LIGHTS OUT BY NINE: At The Mash House, Guthrie Street 1 JULY Edinburgh. 7-10pm. £12 + bf. A great night of blues, funk and soul from two of Scotland's top Mellow Promotions presents THE RECKLESS bands. Tickets from: Tickets Scotland, Ripping YOUTH: At Opium, Edinburgh. 8-Late. Records & www.Skiddle.com www.mellowpromotions.com www.facebook.com/Main-Street-Blues-149452595133548
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Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. RANGA: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8-Late. A series of gig nights based out of Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk
THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS: At Pleasance Theatre, Edinburgh. Masters of ragtime, Dixieland blues and early swing, The California Feetwarmers are renowned for an earthy depth of character that sets them apart from others who have followed that throwback path to New Orleans, Circa 1920. Their boisterous on-stage antics are solidly underpinned by playing that is as close to the source as it can be. www.facebook.com/Ca.feetwarmers www.brookfield-knights.com 14 JUNE THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS: At The Performing Arts Centre, Kilbarchan. Masters of ragtime, Dixieland blues and early swing, The California Feetwarmers are renowned for an earthy depth of character that sets them apart from others who have followed that throwback path to New Orleans, Circa 1920. Their boisterous on-stage antics are solidly underpinned by playing that is as close to the source as it can be. www.facebook.com/Ca.feetwarmers www.brookfield-knights.com
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line-up includes: Altered Sky, Lucy Stannage (Winner of ROM16 Battle of the Bands), DJ Murray Sim, Iain Stirling (host and comedian) www.rom2016.co.uk 29 JULY Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. OPTIMO ESPACIO: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. 8-Late. A series of gig nights based out of Edinburgh's Summerhall Arts Venue. www.Summerhall.co.uk 6 AUGUST CAROLINE GILMOUR: At Foodies Festival, Edinburgh. Caroline’s latest EP 'Electric Waterfalls' is due for release on 25.3.2016. Produced by Jud Mahoney (Justin Timberlake, Babyface), this is a departure in musical style for Caroline, which is influenced by her love of 80s electro pop. Caroline has opened for artists such as Charlotte Church, Kim Churchill, Paper Aeroplanes, Dean Owens, Eleanor McEvoy, Tom Baxter, Jon Gomm, Sam Brookes and Horse. www.facebook.com/CarolineGilmourMusic 11 AUGUST THE HOT SEATS: At Fringe by the Sea, North Berwick. The Hot Seats have blown the crowds away at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, HebCeltFest, Gate To Southwell and Edinburgh Fringe, where they won a coveted Herald Angel after a sell-out run at The Famous Spiegletent and were described as “sensational” by the publication’s arts editor. They’re back - and they’re raring to go! www.facebook.com/thehotseats www.brookfield-knights.com 15 AUGUST THE HOT SEATS: At House Concert, Edinburgh. The Hot Seats have blown the crowds away at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, HebCeltFest, Gate To Southwell and Edinburgh Fringe, where they won a coveted Herald Angel after a sell-out run at The Famous Spiegletent and were described as “sensational” by the publication’s arts editor. They’re back and they’re raring to go! www.facebook.com/thehotseats www.brookfield-knights.com
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HILLFOLK NOIR with 10 STRING SYMPHONY: At House Concert, Edinburgh. One of the hardest-working bands on the US roots music circuit, Hillfolk Noir have built themselves a huge Stateside following playing what has been described as music “filtered through a country-tinged, swampy-swingin’, hillbilly- deltablues-ragtime word machine”. Working out of Boise, Idaho, they have won a lot of fans in the UK after six successful tours on this side of the Atlantic. www.facebook.com/hillfolknoir www.brookfield-knights.com
The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. ALAN KELLY GANG + support: At Classic Grand, Glasgow, 7.30pm, £14.00. Powerful, emotive and critically acclaimed traditional Irish band from the west of Ireland, the Alan Kelly Gang have established themselves as one of Ireland’s leading contemporary trad acts. Alan Kelly has long been declared Ireland’s innovative piano accordion maestro and not only described by New York’s Irish Voice as ‘in league with the best piano accordionists in the world’ but also credited with ‘making the piano accordion hip in Ireland again’ (fRoots). He is joined by a stellar cast of cohorts including, acclaimed New York 26 JULY singer and flautist, Steph Geremia, master guitarist, Ian Carr and double bassist, Kevin The ‘Gig at the Grandstand’: The ‘Gig at the McGuire. Each highly respected artists in their Grandstand’ will take place at Musselburgh Racecourse as part of Musselburgh Riding of the own right, blending instinctively and presenting Marches 2016, a festival that is held on every 21 a unified front, they create a sound with depth, groove and musicality of the highest order. The years. The headliner is still tbc and so far the
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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide page 11: glasgow + surrounding area sheer energy and variation in repertoire they lend to their live performance has set the Alan Kelly Gang apart from the mold and won them accolades from critic and music lover alike. The Alan Kelly Gang present an exciting mix of contemporary infused traditional Irish music full of creative interplay, imaginative arrangements and carefully selected influences from neighbouring Celtic countries. Alan also is part of Eddi Reader's band. Tickets @ http://tickets-scotland.com/ www.fallenangelsclub.com 7-8 MAY Big Weekend at The Hug and Pint: At The Hug and Pint, Glasgow. The First Big Weekend at The Hug and Pint is a 2 day party with some of our favourite electronic artists, performance and DJs. London's Bamboo (Upset! The Rhythm) are travelling up to play their first ever Glasgow performance on Saturday 7 May, with local new and long term party starters such as Joe Howe (Sound Pellegrino), Apostille (Night School), Babe and Clip Art (Errors) joining them on the roster. The lineup will also include more experimental performative offerings from KRK (Skullwizard, Fem Bitch Nation), and Toby Webster LTD (The Modern Institute), who will be playing through interactive livestream all the way from Leipzig, as well as Brother Michelle's (LYLO) debut performance. Regular weekend tickets are £15, day tickets £9. www.facebook.com/TheHugandPint
Claire Hastings is a folksinger/songwriter originally from Dumfries. Last year, Claire won the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year award. Since winning the title, Claire has had the opportunity to perform at many high-profile events including BBC Proms in the Park with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Music Day where she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie Cullum and Deacon Blue. Sarah Hayes is a singer, musician and composer of dazzling versatility. Better known as a multi-instrumentalist with Glaswegian anthemists Admiral Fallow, Sarah has recently released her solo album Woven. www.clairehastings.com
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Brookfield Knights presents ….. SHEESHAM AND LOTUS: At Peforming Arts Centre, Kilbarchan. We are delighted to welcome back these "new kings of old-time", described by fRoots magazine as “a delicious brew and all in all a lovely, inspiring and slightly manic treat.” Cerys Matthews at BBC Radio 6 has urged everyone to “catch them if you can." http://sheeshamandlotus.com www.brookfield-knights.com
The Night With presents ….. ELECTRIC CLARINET: At The Hug and Pint, 171 Great Western Road, Glasgow, G4 9AW. Doors 7.30pm, concert 8pm. Glasgow’s newest music series, with a twist - The Night With… is a new series of salon style concerts presenting classical and new music in an informal environment with performances by some of Scotland’s top musicians. Programmed by composer Matthew Whiteside the concerts will feature an eclectic mix of old and new. Electric Clarinet performing music for clarinet and electronics by composers including Eddie McGuire, Monty Adkins and Matthew Whiteside. Electric Clarinet, formed in 2014, is a collaboration between Joanna Nicholson (clarinets) and Matthew Whiteside (composer and electronics) to perform new music for clarinets with electronics. Two concerts, £15/Full price, £8. Student/Disabled/ Unwaged/Senior/NMS Member, £5. Tickets on door or from website below. http://electricclarinet.co.uk/ www.thehugandpint.com www.thenightwith.co.uk
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JOHN McCUSKER 25th Anniversary Tour: At Paisley, Arts Centre. 2016 will see me celebrate 25 years as a professional musician - Holy Moly! I've just started recording a new solo record, it's 13 years since my last album Goodnight Ginger. I'm recording the album in our newly built recording studio & it will be released in April 8 MAY 2016 on Under One Sky Records. To coincide with the release I will tour the UK with a brand The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. LAURA new band, playing 23 shows and lots of festivals CANTRELL plus support: At O2 ABC1 Glasgow. throughout the summer. There will also be a Tickets £17 from The ABC Box Office 0844 477 book of my tunes published early next year 2000 & Tickets Scotland 0141 204 5151. Doors featuring lots of my compositions from the last 7pm, 7.45pm start. With her beautiful voice, 25 years. peerless lyrics and sparkling live sets it’s no www.johnmccusker.co.uk wonder New York-based singer/songwriter, Laura Cantrell is always a welcome visitor to 10 MAY Scotland. And she’s back for a seated show at the ABC1 when her 2000 debut album, Not The THREE DAYS FROM RETIREMENT: At Audio, Tremblin’ Kind will be re-issued by city-based Glasgow. Three Days From Retirement (or 3DFR Spit & Polish records. Her 2013 Glasgow if you're in a rush) are gathering momentum, Americana appearance sold out well in advance, formed in 2013 in Edinburgh and with a couple so we expect Laura’s latest visit here will attract of line-up changes since, 3DFR are being heard a lot of attention. Tickets @ by more and more people. With a sound inspired http://tickets-scotland.com/ by bands like Mogwai or Explosions in the Sky, www.fallenangelsclub.com their first self-titled EP (link below to bandcamp) takes its cues from their regular jam sessions CLAIRE HASTINGS (album launch) with and totally blew me away the first time I heard SARAH HAYES: At Cottiers Theatre, Glasgow. it. Which is why they are here.
SOUTHERN TENANT FOLK UNION: At Sounds In The Suburbs @ Woodend Bowling & Tennis Club, 30 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G13 1QG, Doors 8pm. Tickets £12 adv. Southern Tenant Folk Union are the Edinburgh based string band that over a series of albums have produced a thought provoking and arresting take on roots & folk music. Through extensive touring they have seen audiences grow year on year and now consistently sell-out concert venues all over the UK and Ireland. www.facebook.com/SouthernTenantFolkUnion 13 MAY The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. KRIS DREVER with IAN CARR, LOUIS ABBOTT and EUAN BURTON plus support: At St Andrews in the Square. Kris Drever celebrates his first decade as an acclaimed solo artist and songwriter with a brand new studio album If Wishes Were Horses, released by Reveal Records on March 28th 2016, and a supporting tour. Tickets @ http://tickets-scotland.com/ http://krisdrever.com/gigs/ www.fallenangelsclub.com 14 MAY
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page 13: glasgow + surrounding area DECEMBER: At Oran Mor, Byres Road, Glasgow G12 8QX. Glasgow band December is delighted to announce the release of their long-awaited debut album, I Will Let You Have Your Say and will celebrate the album release with a live performance. December caught the public’s attention recently with two unique fundraising singles both of which were tributes to two of the band’s idols, U2 and Kenny Dalglish The new album takes on a similar theme as each track has been written about influential figures that have had an impact on the band and their lives over the years.Tickets @ http://oran-mor.co.uk/whats-on/december/ www.facebook.com/december1985
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TUFF LOVE: At Glasgow Collective Studios, Glasgow. After releasing their debut compilation LP earlier this year, Glaswegian guitar-pop duo Tuff Love are pleased to Southside Fringe presents ….. THE AUDIORAYZ: At The Butterfly And The Pig, announce they’ll be hitting the road this May, supporting Chastity Belt on a their UK tour, 1039 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9.30pm. as well as their own Glasgow headline show Free. This is a new Glasgow based group formed and led by Iain Forbes. Iain has been on May 15th. carving out a great reputation as a guitarist/ www.facebook.com/ReallyTuffLove singer that you must see and hear. The band Southside Fringe presents ….. have been playing covers of classic songs and music you know while they prepare their Songwriter Sunday: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 4pm. debut album of classic rock music. Free. An eclectic showcase of local www.southsidefringe.org.uk performers all under 18. Including performances from; Ally McNeilly , Liam Moti, Southside Fringe presents ….. LIQUID Kiera Marks, Melisa Craik, Andy Gallagher, JAZZ: At The Bank, 443 Clarkston Road, John Colletta & The Humph, Ruth Martin, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Unforgettable classics and standards from this excellent Southside Megan Hart, Lynass, Lewis Watt and Phil Corvil. Jazz band. We're delighted to have them www.southsidefringe.org.uk back, you will be too! www.southsidefringe.org.uk 16 MAY Southside Fringe presents ….. THE Southside Fringe presents ….. Open Mic: DADDY NAGGINS: At Clockwork Beer At Clockwork Beer Company, 1153 Cathcart Company, 1153 Cathcart Road, Glasgow. Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Hosted by 9pm. Free. The Daddy Naggins are a highoctane bluegrass outfit from Glasgow, a very Andy Farrell every Monday night. All hard working band & extremely entertaining musicians and music lovers welcome, act to watch. A real festival and party band! acoustic guitar and mics provided. Come along and give us a song or simply soak up Enthusiastic about real ale? Clockwork Beer the vibes! Company is a must for you. www.southsidefringe.org.uk www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. THE OPTICS & Friends: At The Stags Head, 69 Nithsdale Road, Glasgow. 7pm. Free. Live entertainment from 7pm, including; Kev Cunningham, Panic Anchor, Sean McGee, Jordan Rawson & Scott Wishart........... followed by The Optics at 10:30pm for a full band set. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Southside Fringe presents ….. Informal Jam Session: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Join in with a friendly crowd of regular performers, playing sing-a-long hits from all genres. Bring an acoustic instrument and get stuck in! This event is on every Monday night and is open to all performance levels. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Southside Fringe presents ….. ENRICO & DANIELLA: At McMillans Southside, 862 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Live Jazz, Blues and Soul from this excellent Italian/German duo. Now based in Glasgow Enrico and Daniella have been wowing crowds together since early 2015. They’re firm favourites here at McMillans! www.southsidefringe.org.uk
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Southside Fringe presents ….. CAHOOTS: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 4pm. Free. Hits from the 50's, 60's and 70’s, Folk, Blues, Country and more with this well known Glasgow combo. Come along, sing, dance and reminisce with us every Saturday afternoon. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Southside Fringe presents ….. Open Mic with Southside Sessions: At The Butterfly And The Pig, 1039 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Perform solo, join in with a jam session or simply kick back and enjoy the music! All performers and music lovers welcome. Special guests include 'Unite Fight Sing' the Southsides socialist community choir. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Southside Fringe presents ….. Traditional Irish Music Session: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Enjoy the sounds of Ireland at our weekly Trad session. Expect fiddles, pipes, guitars, accordion, Irish dancing and spoken word. Bring your Southside Fringe presents ….. PARTING instruments and show off your skills! www.southsidefringe.org.uk GLASS: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Enjoy the best of Irish and Scottish Folk, Pop 18 MAY and Rock from this great Glasgow band. Our Southside Fringe presents ….. Southside Saturday nights are always a great laugh, Songwriters Club: At McMillans Southside, we’re open ‘til midnight, come ‘n’ dance all
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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide page 15: glasgow + surrounding area 862 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. An eclectic showcase of local singer songwriters including; Mowglis Palace, Steve Grozier, Samuel Logan, Craig White, Fnuf & Bootleg Beatnik. Hosted by the Southside Sessions. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
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MALCOLM HOLCOMBE: At The Hug & Pint in Glasgow. On the eve of releasing Another Black Hole, his fourteenth album (including a duet album cut with North Carolina music legend Sam Milner back in the 80s), Malcolm Holcombe is in no mood to ponder such things. “They’re free to like it or change the CD or completely ignore it,” he says over the telephone from New Haven, CT. “It all depends on how bad their conscience is.” www.malcolmholcombe.com
20 MAY Southside Fringe presents …..Acoustic Ally: At Allison Arms, 720 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Acoustic guitar, cajon and vocal harmonies with Acoustic Ally & friends. sing-a-long songs from the 60's, 70's, folk, blues, country and beyond. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
New College Lanarkshire HND Music Showcase with CURAHO, VALVES, PASSENGER PEOPLE & ELECTRIC FUNK: At 19 MAY King Tuts, Glasgow. 8.30pm, £5. HND Music The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. DAR students from New College Lanarkshire are set WILLAIMS plus support: At Classic Grand, to perform their yearly showcase at Glasgow’s Glasgow. £13, 7.30pm. The hugely talented, Dar King Tuts. New College Lanarkshire’s award Williams – rated by many as one of the best winning course has seen their students perform singer/songwriters of the past 20 years – pays a at a whole host of different venues up and down visit to Glasgow in May for a gig on the 19th at the UK over the past three academic years as The Classic Grand. Her thoughtful songs, many part of their coursework. The young musicians based on personal experiences, have brought have performed everywhere from Edinburgh, the Westchester County, New York artiste a lot Newcastle, London and even Birmingham’s NEC of praise and a sizable fan base. Arena as part of the WorldSkill’s competition in Emerald, her ninth studio album, was released which two bands reached the UK final. All four in 2015, and was hailed as powerful, deep and bands from the HND Music class will perform a mature by the critics. The Telegraph included host of original material they have written as her in their recent top 60 female singer/ part of their course work and class member. songwriters’ list while the likes of Lucinda www.nclanarkshire.ac.uk Williams and Gretchen Peters have praised her output. Tickets @ http://tickets-scotland.com/ Southside Fringe presents ….. THE www.fallenangelsclub.com GRASPING SKINFLINTS: At The Butterfly And The Pig, 1039 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. BAND OF FRIENDS: At The Cathouse, 15 Union 9.30pm. Free. The Skinflints are a great local Street, Glasgow. G1 3RB. 2015 proved to be band with plenty of on stage energy and highly another eventful and highly successful year for experienced performers. Expect hi-octane rock, Band Of Friends. To acknowledge spending pop and indie covers from the last few decades. most of the year on the road, the Band released www.southsidefringe.org.uk their live album “Live ‘N’ Kickin”; whilst Glaswegian drummer Ted McKenna was awarded Southside Fringe presents ….. HEART OF “MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR” at the European Blues RUST: At The Glad Café, 1006a Pollokshaws Awards, and Gerry McAvoy received a Civic Road, Glasgow. 8pm. £8/£10. The closest sound Award from Belfast City Council, for his services to Neil Young and Crazy Horse you will hear in to the town and the music industry. 2016 is the UK! The most common comment we hear is looking no quieter for the band with shows that "when I closed my eyes, I was right there booked throughout Europe, and recording is well at Neil and the horse". Support comes from underway for their 2nd album of original Lewis Fergusson. material. The band are: Bassist Gerry McAvoy www.southsidefringe.org.uk (Rory Gallagher / Nine Below Zero Champion Jack Dupree / Deep Joy), drummer Ted Southside Fringe presents ….. OLD McKenna (Rory Gallagher / Sensational Alex BOHEMIA: At McMillans Southside, 862 Harvey Band / Greg Lake / Gary Moore) and Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. guitarist-vocalist Marcel Scherpenzeel (Wolfpin) Synesthesia inspired, female fronted, Scottish http://cathouse.co.uk/ based duo, Old Bohemia. Old Bohemias blend of http://www.bandoffriends.eu hard hitting soul, fiery blues and heart felt folk have drawn comparisons to Alabama Shakes, Southside Fringe presents ….. IAN & Black keys, Bon Iver and even Janice Joplin. LAURA HILL: At Heraghtys Bar, 708 www.southsidefringe.org.uk Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. An intimate gig and a smouldering mix of R n B, Southside Fringe presents ….. BOOTLEG Blues, Soul and Americana from this adorable WONDERLAND: At Sweeney's On The Park, Southside couple. Long time supporters of the 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Southside Fringe, it’s a delight to welcome them Upbeat and full of energy, this Glasgow function back again this year. band will have you singing and dancing the www.southsidefringe.org.uk whole night! Expect well known dance floor hits from all decades. Southside Fringe presents ….. Southside www.southsidefringe.org.uk Sessions Showcase: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Southside Fringe presents ….. THE HOOKS: Free. Live music showcase hosted by the At The Waverley Tearooms, 18 Moss-side Road, Southside Sessions with performances from Glasgow. 9.30pm. Free. Chris and Martin play a Steel Valley Saints, Old Bohemia, Craig blinding mix of Rock, Pop, Indie, Blues, Funk, McKerracher, Sean Byrne & Howlin' Radio. Folk and Country. There's something to please www.southsidefringe.org.uk everyone with this energetic Cumbernauld based duo! NEW SCOTTISH HYMNS BAND: At Harper www.southsidefringe.org.uk Church, Glasgow 7.30pm. Great hymns speak timeless truths with profound passion. One aim 21 MAY of this album which the band are touring was to
Southside Fringe presents ….. THE RAYBANDOS: At The Butterfly And The Pig, 1039 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9.30pm. Free. The RayBandos are fast becoming one of the most enjoyed covers bands in Glasgow. The RayBandos boast a varying live set of good time rock'n'roll and soul guaranteed to get you up dancing! www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. 50 SHADES OF BLUE: At The Bank, 443 Clarkston Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Upbeat bluegrass and foot tapping Scottish folk from this great East Kilbride based duo. L.J and Mark will have you singing all night long! www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. PAUL ALGER BAND & THE LONELY WHALE & ROB BRANTER: At The Stags Head, 69 Nithsdale Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. £5. Three original acts sharing fantastic songs to delight all. www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. CONNOR BROWN: At McMillans Southside, 862 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. A wide range of popular songs performed in a very unique way. Stylistically, Connor makes use of percussion and loop/harmony pedals to create a much fuller sound than you would expect from a solo musician. Well worth checking out! www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. CAHOOTS: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 4pm. Free. Hits from the 50's, 60's and 70’s, Folk, Blues, Country and more with this well known Glasgow combo. Come along, sing, dance and reminisce with us every Saturday afternoon. www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. IRISH MIST: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Pop and Rock hits plus the sounds if Ireland from one of our favourite bands, Irish Mist. Happy to play requests and always ready to entertain the crowds! www.southsidefringe.org.uk 22 MAY Southside Fringe presents ….. Open Mic with Southside Sessions: At The Stags Head, 69 Nithsdale Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Our Sunday night open mic is hosted by the Southside Sessions. All performers and musical styles welcome, this is always a popular night so come along early for a good seat! www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. Songwriter Sunday: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 4pm. Free. An eclectic showcase of local performers all under 18. Including performances from; Ally McNeilly , Liam Moti, Kiera Marks, Melisa Craik, Andy Gallagher, John Colletta & The Humph, Ruth Martin, Megan Hart, Lynass, Lewis Watt and Phil Corvil. www.southsidefringe.org.uk 23 MAY Southside Fringe presents ….. Open Mic: At Clockwork Beer Company, 1153 Cathcart Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Hosted by Andy Farrell every Monday night. All musicians and music lovers welcome, acoustic guitar and mics provided. Come along and give us a song or simply soak up the vibes! www.southsidefringe.org.uk
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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide page 16: glasgow + surrounding area Southside Fringe presents ….. Informal Jam Session: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Join in with a friendly crowd of regular performers, playing sing-a-long hits from all genres. Bring an acoustic instrument and get stuck in! This event is on every Monday night and is open to all performance levels. www.southsidefringe.org.uk 24 MAY Southside Fringe presents ….. Open Mic with Southside Sessions: At The Butterfly And The Pig, 1039 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Perform solo, join in with a jam session or simply kick back and enjoy the music! All performers and music lovers welcome. www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. Traditional Irish Music Session: At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Enjoy the sounds of Ireland at our weekly Trad session. Expect fiddles, pipes, guitars, accordion, Irish dancing and spoken word. Bring your instruments and show off your skills! www.southsidefringe.org.uk 25 MAY
Glasgow. Kacy Anderson on vocals, violin, and Clayton Linthicum on guitar, melodeon, and vocals. The duo interprets and composes music inspired by forms of traditional music from Southern Appalachia and the British Isles. Educated by their Grandfather/Great-Uncle respectively, Kacy & Clayton possess an admiration for music and stories of days past. Tickets @ http://tickets-scotland.com/ www.fallenangelsclub.com
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Southside Fringe presents ….. THE HOOK AND SLINGERS: At The Butterfly And The Pig, 1039 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. The Hook & Slingers are a Glasgow-based old school R&B band that think they're from New Orleans. They're not, but don't tell them! Old school R&B, soul & funk at it's best! www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Southside Fringe presents ….. SPINNING WHEEL: At Clockwork Beer Company, 1153 Cathcart Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Paying tribute to sixties soul sounds. From well-known Motown classics to cult Northern numbers, Spinning Wheel are sure to keep you dancing all night. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
MALCOLM MIDDLETON: At The Art School, Glasgow. Malcolm Middleton is a guitarist and songwriter best known for his work with the Scottish alternative rock band Arab Strap. Over the course of 10 years they released 6 studio albums before splitting amicably in 2006. Malcolm has continued to write and perform as a solo artist and has released five solo albums, with his sixth Summer Of '13 to be released on the 27th May 2016. www.facebook.com/malcolmmiddleton
Southside Fringe presents ….. THE DEAD SETTLERS & ODIMINO: At The Glad Café, 1006a Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8pm. £6/£8. The Dead Settlers are a new indie rock band based in Glasgow. For fans of Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian and Oasis. Debut single 'Sophia' out now! Support comes from Southside duo Odimino. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Southside Fringe presents ….. THE TEN GALLON BRATZ: At The Bank, 443 Clarkston Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Uplifting and catchy Americana sounds from this hard working band from Greenock. With 2 great albums under their belts and plenty of experience, the Bratz are always a hit during the Southside Fringe Festival. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Southside Fringe presents ….. THE MIGHTY SPARRAHAWK V UMBONGO NAMBARRIE: At Southside Fringe presents ….. OLD The Stags Head, 69 Nithsdale Road, Glasgow. BOHEMIA: At Allison Arms, 720 Pollokshaws 8.30pm. Free. The mighty Sparrahawk will Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Synesthesia inspired, preview material from the new album 68 female fronted, Scottish based duo, Old addresses and a bellyfool of beer as well as Bohemia. Old Bohemias blend of hard hitting performing old hawk classics there will be very soul, fiery blues and heart felt folk have drawn special guests on the night entry is free exit by comparisons to Alabama Shakes, Black keys, donation Mon down folks for a classic urban folk Bon Iver and even Janice Joplin. experience with more than a twist of humor oh www.southsidefringe.org.uk happy days 26 MAY www.southsidefringe.org.uk Southside Fringe presents ….. FOLK IT & Southside Fringe presents ….. SCATTY FOX: friends: At The Stags Head, 69 Nithsdale Road, Southside Fringe presents ….. ENRICO & At Heraghtys Bar, 708 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. £5/£7. : “Folk It” bring a DANIELLA: At McMillans Southside, 862 Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Scatty Fox is a Glasgow blend of traditional folk tunes, rich vocal Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Live based jazz duo, featuring Outi Smith on vocals harmonies and contemporary cajon beats to the Jazz, Blues and Soul from this excellent Italian/ and Rachel Taylor on Piano. Traditional jazz Southside Fringe. Joining them will be indie-folk German duo. Now based in Glasgow Enrico and standards, bossa nova and beyond. duo “Mowgli’s Palace” and the jazz inspired neo- Daniella have been wowing crowds together www.southsidefringe.org.uk soul songwriter Mari Green. since early 2015. They’re firm favourites here at www.southsidefringe.org.uk McMillans! Southside Fringe presents ….. LLOYD www.southsidefringe.org.uk CIGANO: At Mullberry Street, 778 Pollokshaws Southside Fringe presents ….. ACOUSTIC Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Gypsy Jazz & ALLY: At McMillans Southside, 862 Pollokshaws Southside Fringe presents ….. CAHOOTS: At Swing at it’s best from this excellent young solo Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. With over 300 Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, performer! Lloyd is Pollokshields based, a regular songs in his catalogue Ally is able to truly offer Glasgow. 4pm. Free. Hits from the 50's, 60's and at Mullberry Street and one to watch for 2016. something for everyone! Joined by Chas Blackie 70’s, Folk, Blues, Country and more with this www.southsidefringe.org.uk on percussion and vocals, this acoustic duo are well known Glasgow combo. Come along, sing, the perfect accompaniment to your Friday night dance and reminisce with us every Saturday Southside Fringe presents ….. Southside here at McMillans. afternoon. Sessions Showcase: At Sweeney's On The www.southsidefringe.org.uk www.southsidefringe.org.uk Park, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. Live music showcase hosted by the Southside Fringe presents ….. RUFF EDGE: Southside Fringe presents ….. THE Southside Sessions with performances from The At Sweeney's On The Park, 962 Pollokshaws COWPAT KICKERS: At Sweeney's On The Park, Subsidy Junkies, David Starr & Ben Harris, Nick Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Classic Rock, Indie, 962 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9pm. Free. Bruce, John Irvine & Mark Copeland Pop, Chart Hits and much more from this hard Bluegrass, Country and Roots with this well www.southsidefringe.org.uk working Glasgow cover band. Sing and dance known Glasgow band. Thigh slapping, toe the night away with us 'til midnight. All welcome! tapping and drinking songs from days of old. 27 MAY www.southsidefringe.org.uk Join in with our Country hoe-down finale to this years Southside Fringe Festival! The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. DANIEL Southside Fringe presents ….. HOWLIN' www.southsidefringe.org.uk ROMANO + KACY & CLAYTON: At Classic RADIO: At The Waverley Tearooms, 18 MossGrand, Glasgow, 7.30pm, £13.00. He’s gaining a side Road, Glasgow. 9.30pm. Free. hits from the 29 MAY lot of positive attention and critical approval so 50's 60's and 70's from this well known Daniel Romano will be worth catching when he Southside band BADSTONE: At The Old Swan Paisley. 8pm. plays The Classic Grand in Glasgow in May. The www.southsidefringe.org.uk Free admission. www.facebook.com/pages/The-Old-Swan/242539425764399 Juno-nominated Canadian’s current release, If I’ve Only One Time Askin’ perfectly highlights his 28 MAY 1 JUNE impressive rich baritone country voice that brings real deal feeling to his own compositions. Southside Fringe presents ….. HOWLIN' HUGH KELLY: At BOX, Glasgow. 8pm. The music is subtly influenced by the likes of RADIO: At The Butterfly And The Pig, 1039 George Jones, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 9.30pm. Free. Well Edinburgh Alt.Blues/Soul singer songwriter Hugh Kelly has recently released his debut EP which is and Merle Haggard – and The Telegraph has known Southside party band playing hits from getting numerous plays on radio stations listed the album in its top 25 country albums of when the radio was king. Buddy Holly, Elvis, throughout UK, and he was ‘Artist of the Week’ 2015. He’s got lots of style and great songs so Rolling Stones, Hendrix, CCR, The Kinks, T-Rex in the Scotland on Sunday & Scotsman and was we’re looking forward to welcoming Daniel to and many more. Southside Fringe presents ….. Southside Songwriters Club: At McMillans Southside, 862 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow. 8.30pm. Free. An eclectic showcase of local singer songwriters including; Matthew Malone, Diane Jardine, Iceblinks, Crawford Smith, Linda Howitt, Holly Robinson and more. Hosted by the Southside Sessions. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
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Playboys, Scott Joplin, The Memphis Jugband and Emile Grimshaw’s Rag Pickers. In January, 2015, they played to 1000 revellers when they sold out Glasgow ’s Old Fruitmarket during Celtic Connections. Those who were lucky enough to get a ticket later reported it had been the biggest party the city had enjoyed since the 1990 City of Culture celebrations! Tom Jones is their latest fan, having caught them in action at Herp Albert’s legendary Beverly Hills club, The Vibrato. He urged them to seek out a date at London’s Ronnie Scott’s Club and told them: “Just say Tom Jones sent you!” Tickets @ http:// tickets-scotland.com/ www.fallenangelsclub.com THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS: At The CCA, Glasgow. Masters of ragtime, Dixieland blues and early swing, The California Feetwarmers are renowned for an earthy depth of character that sets them apart from others who have followed that throwback path to New Orleans, Circa 1920. Their boisterous on-stage antics are solidly underpinned by playing that is as close to the source as it can be. www.facebook.com/Ca.feetwarmers www.brookfield-knights.com 17 JUNE The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. JOHN TAYLOR plus guests: At St Lukes Glasgow. Doors 7pm, 8pm start. Tickets £10. We are delighted to be helping our old friend John Taylor launch his new album in June of this year. John’s music has been played on hit USA TV shows such as Revenge, Californication and Necessary Roughness. After John’s biggest exposure on American TV his song “Pull you through” entered the itunes singer songwriter at no 1 in Sweden, no 4 in Canada and no 12 in the USA. John’s combined youtube videos have more than three quarters of a million hits. John’s last Glasgow date was played to a packed crowd at Oran Mor Through The Fallen Angels Club John has opened for many well established touring Americana acts such as Tift Merrit, Stacey Earl, Kim Ritchie and Madison Violet. Tickets @ http://tickets-scotland. com/ www.fallenangelsclub.com
in a position to plan a lengthier tour. www.brookfield-knights.com 16 AUGUST THE HOT SEATS: At Performing Arts Centre, Kilbarchan. The Hot Seats have blown the crowds away at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, HebCeltFest, Gate To Southwell and Edinburgh Fringe, where they won a coveted Herald Angel after a sell-out run at The Famous Spiegletent and were described as “sensational” by the publication’s arts editor. They’re back - and they’re raring to go! www.facebook.com/thehotseats www.brookfield-knights.com 2 SEPTEMBER BARENAKED LADIES: At ABC, Glasgow. Barenaked Ladies bringing their renowned, boisterous live shows to audiences all around the UK. Barenaked Ladies are also back with the release of a brand new live album on 20 May called BNL Rocks Red Rocks, it was recorded 10 June last year at famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Colorado during the band’s Last Summer on Earth Tour 2015. Tickets @ www.BarenakedLadies.com 8 SEPTEMBER
The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. DANNY & THE CHAMPIONS OF THE WORLD plus special guest DEAN OWENS: At Stereo Glasgow. Doors 7.30pm, 8pm start. Tickets £13 Triple UK Americana Awards Winners, Danny and the Champions of the World, are bringing their breathless brand of folk, rock and soul to Stereo in Glasgow on September 8. This infectiously joyous band bring crowds to their feet from the start of their gigs. Great songs, musicianship and a brilliant rapport with audiences are the hallmarks of this band with a collection of feel good songs that also embrace country and Americana. This year, they won the UK album of the year award with What Kind of Love, the UK Artist of the Year title and UK Song of the Year, Clear Water at the UK Americana awards. They are clearly one of the best and most thrilling bands around at the moment so this is going to 30 JUNE be a memorable gig. Special guest on the night 11 JUNE Mellow Promotions presents THE RECKLESS is Deans Owens whose most recent album Into DAVE ARCARI: At The Hug & Pint, Glasgow. The Fire has won the Scot many new admirers. YOUTH: At Audio, Glasgow. SLIDE guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s alt. Tickets @ http://tickets-scotland.com/ www.mellowpromotions.com blues sounds owe as much to trash country, www.fallenangelsclub.com punk and rockabilly as they do pre-war Delta 19 JULY blues and have been showcased via eight 17 SEPTEMBER internationally-acclaimed solo CD releases. Two HILLFOLK NOIR with 10 STRING The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. US tours in 2015 – including official showcases SYMPHONY: At Performing Arts Centre, at SxSW in Austin, Texas – built on the Kilbarchan. One of the hardest-working bands on CAHALEN MORRISON & ELI WEST: At The foundations laid over successful US tours in 2013 the US roots music circuit, Hillfolk Noir have built CCA Glasgow. Doors 7.30pm, 8pm start. Tickets £13. ahalen Morrison and Eli West are firmly and 2014. A new set of recordings is scheduled themselves a huge Stateside following playing established as one of the most important roots for release over an EP and an album in 2016. what has been described as music “filtered music duos to have emerged on the Americana Seasick Steve said: “Dave plays like he got his through a country-tinged, swampy-swingin’, circuit in recent years. They count many wellskin turned inside out and pretty soon my skin hillbilly- delta-blues-ragtime word machine”. was inside out too listening and it was all good. Working out of Boise, Idaho, they have won a lot recognised names among their supporters including Chris Wood who included them in his That boy bleeds for you – he a real down deep of fans in the UK after six successful tours on Six Best Folk Acts list in an article for The Times. player and a soul man…” this side of the Atlantic. Their last album (their third) was produced by www.davearcari.com www.facebook.com/hillfolknoir Tim O’Brien who also nailed his colours to the www.brookfield-knights.com mast, declared himself a fan and said that the 12 JUNE pair “make music the world needs!” When they 25 JULY The Fallen Angels Club presents ….. THE originally released their debut album in Europe , CALIFORNIA FEET WARMERS: At CCA, TIM DALLING, IAN CARR, NEIL HARLAND, it met with instantaneous reaction, Bob Harris Glasgow. £15. Masters of ragtime, Dixieland RHONA DALLING: At The Performing Arts inviting them to record a studio session for his blues and early swing, The California Centre, Kilbarchan. The buzz created when Tim BBC Radio 2 show. They created a huge impact Feetwarmers are renowned for an earthy depth brought this show to Glasgow’s Celtic during their first ever UK tour and debut Celtic of character that sets them apart from others Connections Festival in January, set need-some- Connections Festival, and were subsequently who have followed that throwback path to New of-this wheels in motion as other promoters and invited back to Glasgow for their own headline Orleans , Circa 1920. Their boisterous on-stage venues sought opportunities to grab a slice of show at the city’s Mitchell Theatre . They’re back antics are solidly underpinned by playing that is the action. Due to the commitments each of from their base in Seattle with a promise to keep as close to the source as it can be. Based in Los these fine individuals has with other projects fans happy with a selection of better-known Angeles, the band dusts down and re-works old stretching well into this year, it will be later in material as well as new songs due to be featured classics, re-visiting material from The Blue Ridge 2016 – and well into 2017 too, before we will be on the next album at the end of 2016. Tickets @
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FIFE / CENTRAL / PERTHSHIRE / TAYSIDE Send us all your gig dates for Tayside, Perthshire, Fife and Central areas . Email them to Carol carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com 7 MAY JOHN McCUSKER 25th Anniversary Tour: At Stirling, Tolbooth. 2016 will see me celebrate 25 years as a professional musician - Holy Moly! I've just started recording a new solo record, it's 13 years since my last album Goodnight Ginger. I'm recording the album in our newly built recording studio & it will be released in April 2016 on Under One Sky Records. To coincide with the release I will tour the UK with a brand new band, playing 23 shows and lots of festivals throughout the summer. There will also be a book of my tunes published early next year featuring lots of my compositions from the last 25 years. www.johnmccusker.co.uk MALCOLM MIDDLETON: At Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy. Malcolm Middleton is a guitarist and songwriter best known for his work with the Scottish alternative rock band Arab Strap. Over the course of 10 years they released 6 studio albums before splitting amicably in 2006. Malcolm has continued to write and perform as a solo artist and has released five solo albums, with his sixth www.malcolmmiddleton.com ZOE FAULKNER: At Perth Beer Festival. “Perthbased Zoe Faulkner's new EP is the sound of a remarkable talent finding her feet. The five tracks that comprise 'Voices' have seen Zoe compared to a young Stevie Nicks. The singer/ songwriter, originally from Aberdeen but now studying at Perth College, also counts Eva Cassidy, Kate Bush and Carole King as musical influences” - Perthshire Advertiser. www.facebook.com/ZoeFaulknerMusic 10 MAY JOHN McCUSKER 25th Anniversary Tour: At Birnam, Birnam Arts. 2016 will see me celebrate 25 years as a professional musician - Holy Moly! I've just started recording a new solo record, it's 13 years since my last album Goodnight Ginger. I'm recording the album in our newly built recording studio & it will be released in April 2016 on Under One Sky Records. To coincide with the release I will tour the UK with a brand new band, playing 23 shows and lots of festivals throughout the summer. There will also be a book of my tunes published early next year featuring lots of my compositions from the last
MALCOLM MIDDLETON: At Beat Generator Live, Dundee. Malcolm Middleton is a guitarist and songwriter best known for his work with the 12 MAY Scottish alternative rock band Arab Strap. Over the course of 10 years they released 6 studio ZOE FAULKNER: At PJ Malloy’s, Dunfermline. albums before splitting amicably in 2006. “Perth-based Zoe Faulkner's new EP is the sound Malcolm has continued to write and perform as a of a remarkable talent finding her feet. The five solo artist and has released five solo albums, tracks that comprise 'Voices' have seen Zoe with his sixth Summer Of '13 to be released on compared to a young Stevie Nicks. The singer/ the 27th May 2016. songwriter, originally from Aberdeen but now www.facebook.com/malcolmmiddleton studying at Perth College, also counts Eva Cassidy, Kate Bush and Carole King as musical Crail Folk Club presents ..... TANNAHILL influences” - Perthshire Advertiser. WEAVERS: At Community Hall in Crail, Fife. www.facebook.com/ZoeFaulknerMusic Advance tickets are on sale at £10 on 01333 450572. The Tannahills have turned their Crail Folk Club presents ..... SINGERS acoustic excitement loose on audiences to NIGHT: At Town Hall in Crail, Fife. £1. Crail Folk electrifying effect. They have that unique Club offers a wide range of musical styles to suit combination of traditional melodies, driving all tastes, they welcome seasoned musicians, rhythmic accompaniment, and rich vocals that beginners and those that just want to come make their performances unforgettable – but along and listen in a friendly atmosphere. During you already knew that. Sure to be a sell out. Singers' nights they feature local singers and Advance tickets are on sale NOW. See weblink musicians. All are welcome. If you don’t want to below. Crail Folk Club offers a wide range of make music then just come along and tap your musical styles to suit all tastes, they welcome feet. For all gigs tickets are sold at the door. seasoned musicians, beginners and those that www.facebook.com/crailfolkclub just want to come along and listen in a friendly atmosphere. During Singers' nights they feature 18 MAY local singers and musicians. All are welcome. If you don’t want to make music then just come WOODY SEZ: The Life and Music of Woody along and tap your feet. For all gigs tickets are Guthrie: At Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline, tickets sold at the door. @ 01383 602302. Woody Sez: The Life and www.tannahillweavers.com Music of Woody Guthrie, the internationally www.facebook.com/crailfolkclub acclaimed West End hit is coming to the following theatre near you. The tumultuous, 27 MAY tragic, touching and joyful tale of “America’s greatest folk poet,” told in his own words, and Knock Castle Jazz Nights with IAN MILLER featuring Bound for Glory, Pastures of Plenty, AND DOMINIC SPENCER: At Knock Castle The Ballad of Tom Joad, This Land is Your Land, Hotel, Drummond Terrace, Crieff, PH7 4AN. and two-dozen more of Woody Guthrie’s indelible 8pm, £10 on 01764 650088. Knock Castle Hotel protest songs, is brought to vivid life by the in Crieff is launching a new musical night that award-winning original London cast: David M. starts this month. Saxophone and piano jazz Lutken, Ruth Clarke-Irons, Eleanor Brunsdon and duo, Ian Miller and Dominic Spencer will perform William Wolfe Hogan, along with director Dean an evening of live melodic jazz in the hotel’s Elliott. relaxing atmosphere. The monthly concerts will www.woodysez.com consist of a new repertoire of jazz standards from The Great American Songbook as well as 19 MAY original compositions www.knockcastle.com ERIN BENNETT: At The Green Room, Perth. Everyone knows that big things come from 3 JUNE Texas and when it comes to power-pop songstress, Erin Bennett, you need to be HUGH KELLY: At The Green Room, Perth. 8pm. prepared for just how big an impact this Texan Edinburgh Alt.Blues/Soul singer songwriter Hugh makes. Her dynamic vocals soar through her Kelly has recently released his debut EP which is well-crafted songs backed by a weird mix of getting numerous plays on radio stations synth, rock and folk that leaves vapour trails; throughout UK, and he was ‘Artist of the Week’ keeping audiences captivated long after the in the Scotland on Sunday & Scotsman and was show is over. interviewed live on BBC Radio Scotland’s Janice www.erinbennettmusic.com Forsyth Show with one of his tracks making her ‘Single of the Week’. Hugh’s also one of Jim ZOE FAULKNER: At Green Room, Perth. “Perth- Gellatly's top picks for April 2016. Hugh’s out on based Zoe Faulkner's new EP is the sound of a tour now across the summer at venues and remarkable talent finding her feet. The five festivals showcasing tracks from the EP and tracks that comprise 'Voices' have seen Zoe playing a track or two from his album due out at compared to a young Stevie Nicks. 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music scene. Not only is he one of the busiest live performers in the country, but his songs are among the most widely sung by other performers, whether by long-established acts like Fairport Convention, The Dubliners and Bob Fox, or by the new breed of stars like The Unthanks and The Young Uns. Consistently one of the club’s most popular visitors. Crail Folk Club offers a wide range of musical styles to suit all tastes, they welcome seasoned musicians, beginners and those that just want to come Crail Folk Club presents ..... SINGERS along and listen in a friendly atmosphere. During NIGHT: At Town Hall in Crail, Fife. £1. Crail Folk Singers' nights they feature local singers and Club offers a wide range of musical styles to suit musicians. All are welcome. If you don’t want to all tastes, they welcome seasoned musicians, make music then just come along and tap your beginners and those that just want to come feet. For all gigs tickets are sold at the door. along and listen in a friendly atmosphere. During www.jezlowe.com Singers' nights they feature local singers and www.facebook.com/crailfolkclub musicians. All are welcome. If you don’t want to make music then just come along and tap your 30 JUNE feet. For all gigs tickets are sold at the door. Crail Folk Club presents ..... www.facebook.com/crailfolkclub FORGAITHERIN’: At Town Hall in Crail, Fife. £7. Having formed the group in 2013 to perform 10 JUNE a single charity concert at their home club THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS: At Birnam in Glenfarg, Lesley, Hugh, John and Hamish have Arts Centre. Masters of ragtime, Dixieland blues gone on to entertain around Scotland, including and early swing, The California Feetwarmers are gigs at both the Fringe and the Carrying Stream renowned for an earthy depth of character that festivals in Edinburgh during 2015. They sets them apart from others who have followed combine their strong vocals with multithat throwback path to New Orleans, Circa 1920. instrumentation and perform a wide-ranging mix Their boisterous on-stage antics are solidly of both traditional and contemporary material. underpinned by playing that is as close to the Their second album is set for release in early source as it can be. 2016. Crail Folk Club offers a wide range of www.facebook.com/Ca.feetwarmers musical styles to suit all tastes, they welcome www.brookfield-knights.com seasoned musicians, beginners and those that just want to come along and listen in a friendly 11 JUNE atmosphere. During Singers' nights they feature local singers and musicians. All are welcome. If NEW SCOTTISH HYMNS BAND: At Perth North you don’t want to make music then just come Church, Perth, 7.30pm. Great hymns speak along and tap your feet. For all gigs tickets are timeless truths with profound passion. One aim sold at the door. of this album which the band are touring was to www.facebook.com/crailfolkclub introduce some new songs that churches in Scotland might find useful in their own unique 2 JULY worship services. Scottish traditional music and DAVE ARCARI: At Clarks, Dundee. SLIDE folk melodies have an adaptable quality that guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s alt.blues renders the best of them timeless. sounds owe as much to trash country, punk and http://newscottishhymns.com/events/ rockabilly as they do pre-war Delta blues and have been showcased via eight internationally16 JUNE acclaimed solo CD releases. Two US tours in THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS: At Acoustic 2015 – including official showcases at SxSW in Music Club, Kirkcaldy. Masters of ragtime, Austin, Texas – built on the foundations laid over Dixieland blues and early swing, The California successful US tours in 2013 and 2014. A new set Feetwarmers are renowned for an earthy depth of recordings is scheduled for release over an EP of character that sets them apart from others and an album in 2016. Seasick Steve said: who have followed that throwback path to New “Dave plays like he got his skin turned inside out Orleans, Circa 1920. Their boisterous on-stage and pretty soon my skin was inside out too antics are solidly underpinned by playing that is listening and it was all good. That boy bleeds for as close to the source as it can be. you – he a real down deep player and a soul www.facebook.com/Ca.feetwarmers man…” www.brookfield-knights.com www.davearcari.com 18 JUNE
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CLAIRE HASTINGS: At Killin Music Festival. Claire Hastings is a folksinger/songwriter originally from Dumfries. Last year, Claire won the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year award. Since winning the title, Claire has had the opportunity to perform at many high-profile events including BBC Proms in the Park with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Music Day where she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie Cullum and Deacon Blue. www.clairehastings.com
Crail Folk Club presents ..... BARBARA DYMOCK & CHRIS MARRA: At Town Hall in Crail, Fife. £7. Barbara Dymock & Chris Marra A singer from Fife who is a welcome addition to our programme. Known for her collaborations not least with Christine Kydd in Sinsheen. On this occasion Barbara is joined by Chris Marra, the Dundonian brother of Michael and member of the Hazey Janes. Crail Folk Club offers a wide range of musical styles to suit all tastes, they welcome seasoned musicians, beginners and those that just want to come along and listen in a friendly atmosphere. During Singers' nights they feature local singers and musicians. All are welcome. If you don’t want to make music then just come along and tap your feet. For all gigs tickets are sold at the door. www.barbaradymock.com www.facebook.com/crailfolkclub
23 JUNE Crail Folk Club presents ..... JEZ LOWE: At Town Hall in Crail, Fife. £7. A double nomination at the 2015 BBC Folk Awards – for best singer and best new song – was a timely reminder of Jez Lowe’s standing in the UK folk and acoustic
16 JULY CAROLINE GILMOUR: At Pandora Fest, Duncarron Medieval Village. Caroline’s latest EP 'Electric Waterfalls' is due for release on 25.3.2016. Produced by Jud Mahoney (Justin Timberlake, Babyface), this is a departure in musical style for Caroline, which is influenced by her love of 80s electro pop. Caroline has opened for artists such as Charlotte Church, Kim Churchill, Paper Aeroplanes, Dean Owens, Eleanor McEvoy, Tom Baxter, Jon Gomm, Sam Brookes and Horse. www.facebook.com/CarolineGilmourMusic 11 AUGUST Crail Folk Club presents ..... SINGERS NIGHT: At Town Hall in Crail, Fife. £1. Crail Folk Club offers a wide range of musical styles to suit all tastes, they welcome seasoned musicians, beginners and those that just want to come along and listen in a friendly atmosphere. During Singers' nights they feature local singers and musicians. All are welcome. If you don’t want to make music then just come along and tap your feet. For all gigs tickets are sold at the door. www.facebook.com/crailfolkclub 13 AUGUST THE HOT SEATS: At Dundee (venue tbc). The Hot Seats have blown the crowds away at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, HebCeltFest, Gate To Southwell and Edinburgh Fringe, where they won a coveted Herald Angel after a sell-out run at The Famous Spiegletent and were described as “sensational” by the publication’s arts editor. They’re back and they’re raring to go! www.facebook.com/thehotseats www.brookfield-knights.com 17 AUGUST THE HOT SEATS: At Birnam Arts Centre. The Hot Seats have blown the crowds away at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, HebCeltFest, Gate To Southwell and Edinburgh Fringe, where they won a coveted Herald Angel after a sell-out run at The Famous Spiegletent and were described as “sensational” by the publication’s arts editor. They’re back and they’re raring to go! www.facebook.com/thehotseats www.brookfield-knights.com 20 AUGUST Film Hub Scotland presents CineScore Live: Wunder der Schöpfung with live score from Herschel 36 at Doune the Rabbit Hole Festival, Cardross Estate. Film Hub Scotland, part of the BFI’s Film Audience Network CineScore Live tour - a unique season of three spectacular silent films, each accompanied by a speciallycommissioned score performed live by some of Scotland’s most talented musicians at venues across the country. http://dounetherabbithole.co.uk www.filmhubscotland.com/cinescorelive 25 AUGUST Crail Folk Club presents ..... MY SWEET PATOOTIE: At Town Hall in Crail, Fife. £7. An acoustic roots group from rural Ontario that brings twining vocal harmonies, monstrous finger style guitar, sizzling fiddle, percussion and abundant charisma together in one perfect package. Their music is a tongue-in-cheek Canadian blend of old country, vintage jazz, western swing & blues. Firm favourites in Crail after two previous visits. A must for those who like to be entertained and amazed. Crail Folk Club offers a wide range of musical styles to suit
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Send us all your gig dates for Aberdeenshire and the north east area Email them to Carol carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com 4 MAY Brookfield Knights presents ….. SHEESHAM AND LOTUS: At The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen. We are delighted to welcome back these "new kings of old-time", described by fRoots magazine as “a delicious brew and all in all a lovely, inspiring and slightly manic treat.” Cerys Matthews at BBC Radio 6 has urged everyone to “catch them if you can." http://sheeshamandlotus.com www.brookfield-knights.com 5 MAY Brookfield Knights presents ….. SHEESHAM AND LOTUS: At Glenbuchat Hall, Strathdon, Aberdeenshire. We are delighted to welcome back these "new kings of old-time", described by fRoots magazine as “a delicious brew and all in all a lovely, inspiring and slightly manic treat.” Cerys Matthews at BBC Radio 6 has urged everyone to “catch them if you can." http://sheeshamandlotus.com www.brookfield-knights.com
With their second album, 2015’s Despite the Dark, accompanied by extensive UK and international touring, RURA have well and truly KRIS DREVER with IAN CARR, LOUIS reinforced their reputation as one of Scotland’s ABBOTT and EUAN BURTON plus support: At most powerful folk-based bands. Their Lemon Tree, Aberdeen at 7.30pm.. Kris Drever exquisitely rugged, yet refined, blend of fiddle, celebrates his first decade as an acclaimed solo Highland pipes, whistle, flute, bodhran, guitar artist and songwriter with a brand new studio and voice has proven a resounding hit across album If Wishes Were Horses, released by the board. Tickets £14.20 from 01224 641122 Reveal Records on March 28th 2016, and a or supporting tour. m Tickets £17.20 from 01224 www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 641122 or www.rura.co.uk www.aberdeenperformingarts.com http://krisdrever.com/gigs/ 18 MAY 12 MAY
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THE DOORS ALIVE support from WILLSON GRAY: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, KRIS DREVER with support from DAN Aberdeen, at 7pm. As part of Freshly Squeezed, WHITEHOUSE: At The Lemon Tree, West North catch the lyrical genius of The Burning Hell, with Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Hells Bells are an support from Willson Gray. Tickets £7.70 from accomplished AC/DC tribute band who have 01224 641122 or performed all over the UK. Tickets £16.50 from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 19 MAY ZOE FAULKNER: At Café Drummonds, Aberdeen. “Perth-based Zoe Faulkner's new EP is the sound of a remarkable talent finding her feet. The five tracks that comprise 'Voices' have seen Zoe compared to a young Stevie Nicks. The singer/songwriter, originally from Aberdeen but now studying at Perth College, also counts Eva Cassidy, Kate Bush and Carole King as musical influences” - Perthshire Advertiser. www.facebook.com/ZoeFaulknerMusic 14 MAY
CLAIRE MARTIN and RAY GELATO: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Friends for 30-years, multi awardwinning vocalist Claire Martin OBE and legendary saxophonist and vocalist Ray Gelato have combined their love of all things 'Swing' and joined forces for their first show together, A Swinging Affair. Tickets £16.50 from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 20 MAY
SILVER CITY SOUL REVUE: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm. Add some soul to your Saturday night with Silver City Soul Revue, a nine-piece band based in Aberdeen. Tickets £11 from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com
CLAIRE MARTIN and RAY GELATO: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 9pm. Join the legendary actor, host and broadcaster for TwentyTen presents Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club. Tickets £15.40 from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com
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THE DOORS ALIVE: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm. Exciting, charismatic tribute band, The Doors Alive. CLYPE: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Tickets £16.50 from 01224 641122 or Aberdeen, at 7pm. Colin Hay, Scottish Australian www.aberdeenperformingarts.com musician and actor who made his mark as lead vocalist of the band Men at Work. Tickets 16 MAY £19.25 from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com RURA: At The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. 7.30pm. 7 MAY
REaD: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm. As cabaret within a play REaD features song, dance, cutting edge performance poetry alongside frank anecdotes and defiant battle cries. Tickets £13.20 from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 25 MAY
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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide page 24: aberdeen + north east :: highlands + west coast + argyll SCOTTISH OPERA: At His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 6pm. Never been to the opera and keen to find out what to expect? Scottish Opera Mikado Unwrapped is a free hour-long taster that gives you a chance to see what the shows Scottish Opera stage are all about. Tickets free, but should be booked in advance from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com MALCOLM MIDDLETON: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Arab Strap man Malcolm Middleton is back with new material. Malcolm Middleton is a guitarist and songwriter best known for his work with the Scottish alternative rock band Arab Strap. Over the course of 10 years they released 6 studio albums before splitting amicably in 2006. Malcolm has continued to write and perform as a solo artist and has released five solo albums, with his sixth Summer Of '13 to be released on the 27th May 2016. Tickets £11 from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com www.facebook.com/malcolmmiddleton 27 MAY CLAIRE HASTINGS: At Woodend Barn, Banchory. Claire Hastings is a folksinger/ songwriter originally from Dumfries. Last year, Claire won the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year award. Since winning the title, Claire has had the opportunity to perform at many high-profile events including BBC Proms in the Park with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Music Day where she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie Cullum and Deacon Blue. www.clairehastings.com LAU: At The Lemon Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8.30pm. APA’s Northern Arc sessions bring together genre-defining artists from Scotland for collaborations with the finest roots talent from across the Northern hemisphere. Lau with Dreamers’ Circus is the latest in the series. Tickets £16.50 from 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 28 MAY Almost Blue Promotions Presents ….. DANIEL ROMANO with support KACY & CLAYTON: At The Tunnels, Aberdeen. Doors 7.00pm. Daniel Romano’s fifth LP “Mosey” will be released in late spring through New West Records. The upcoming album is named after how he describes his own music. “Mosey music is a study in contrasts. There’s glitz and grit, reveling and wallowing, wretchedness and showmanship. Mosey music’s pioneers wore their battered hearts on sequined sleeves. From Bakersfield to Galveston, the legends traded their tragicomic highs and lows for gold records and white Cadillacs. But that was then; the days of Buckaroos, Nudie Suits and various Hanks are over, save for the museum displays. To quote a George Jones title track, “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes?” On this tour Daniel Romano has invited Kacy & Clayton to open up for him and his band. A duo from the wood mountain uplands of Southern Saskatchewan that gently melts British and North American folk tradition together and create something timeless and captivating. www.AlmostBluePromotions.com
FATHERSON: At Café Drummond, Aberdeen. Fatherson’s “The Road to T in the Park” Highlands and Islands tour, ahead of the band’s fourth T in the Park appearance preceded by a selection of dates across Skye, Thurso, Orkney and Aberdeen, as they take their well-wrought tunes to venues this month. Fatherson have already secured support from Radio 1, Radio X and Absolute Radio ahead of the release of their second album, Open Book, due to be released this summer. Tickets @ www.gigsinscotland.com www.facebook.com/fathersonband 10 JUNE NEW SCOTTISH HYMNS BAND: At Meldrum & Bourtie Parish Church, Aberdeenshire, 7.30pm. Great hymns speak timeless truths with profound passion. One aim of this album which the band are touring was to introduce some new songs that churches in Scotland might find useful in their own unique worship services. Scottish traditional music and folk melodies have an adaptable quality that renders the best of them timeless. http://newscottishhymns.com/events/
from the last 25 years. www.johnmccusker.co.uk 12 MAY CLAIRE HASTINGS: At The Ceilidh Place, Ullapool. Claire Hastings is a folksinger/ songwriter originally from Dumfries. Last year, Claire won the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional Musician of the Year award. Since winning the title, Claire has had the opportunity to perform at many high-profile events including BBC Proms in the Park with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Music Day where she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie Cullum and Deacon Blue. www.clairehastings.com 13 MAY
Oban Live with SKERRYVORE and friends: At Mossfield Stadium, Oban. A superstar line up of Scottish acts that includes Julie Fowlis, Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham, Skipinnish and the legendary Capercaillie – who will be returning to their home town with a host of special guests. Joining them will be multi-award winning Irish group We Banjo 3 who will visit Argyll as part of their world tour. Skerryvore will be joined by special guests Blair Douglas and former Silencers 10 JULY frontman JJ Gilmour as they return to the scene of their special Decade concert last May. DALLAHAN: At Stonehaven Folk Festival. On tour promoting their 2nd album'Matter Of Time', www.obanlive.com these gigs showcase the sound that they have RURA: At Eden Court, Inverness. 8.00pm / developed since their debut album's release. Tickets £12 -£14 / Box Offfice 01463 234 234. Having found their feet musically when conceiving the first album's material, they have With their second album, 2015’s Despite the Dark, accompanied by extensive UK and expanded and developed their ideas, exploring international touring, RURA have well and truly more ambitious and artful musical avenues reinforced their reputation as one of Scotland’s whilst maintaining the same open minded most powerful folk-based bands. Their approach to traditional music. exquisitely rugged, yet refined, blend of fiddle, www.dallahanmusic.com Highland pipes, whistle, flute, bodhran, guitar and voice has proven a resounding hit across the 16 JULY board. HILLFOLK NOIR with 10 STRING www.rura.co.uk SYMPHONY: At Tin Hut, Gartly. One of the hardest-working bands on the US roots music 14 MAY circuit, Hillfolk Noir have built themselves a huge Oban Live with SKERRYVORE and friends: At Stateside following playing what has been Mossfield Stadium, Oban. A superstar line up of described as music “filtered through a countryScottish acts that includes Julie Fowlis, Aly Bain tinged, swampy-swingin’, hillbilly- delta-blues& Phil Cunningham, Skipinnish and the ragtime word machine”. Working out of Boise, legendary Capercaillie – who will be returning to Idaho, they have won a lot of fans in the UK their home town with a host of special guests. after six successful tours on this side of the Joining them will be multi-award winning Irish Atlantic. group We Banjo 3 who will visit Argyll as part of www.facebook.com/hillfolknoir their world tour. Skerryvore will be joined by www.brookfield-knights.com special guests Blair Douglas and former Silencers frontman JJ Gilmour as they return to the scene of their special Decade concert last May. www.obanlive.com
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JOHN McCUSKER 25th Anniversary Tour: At Findhorn, University Hall. 2016 will see me celebrate 25 years as a professional musician Holy Moly! I've just started recording a new solo record, it's 13 years since my last album THE SPRINGSTEEN SESSIONS: At The Lemon Goodnight Ginger. I'm recording the album in Tree, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm. our newly built recording studio & it will be Formed in Glasgow in 2010, The Springsteen released in April 2016 on Under One Sky Sessions are an homage to the music of one of Records. To coincide with the release I will tour the most iconic performers of the last 40 years. the UK with a brand new band, playing 23 shows Tickets £13.20 from 01224 641122 or and lots of festivals throughout the summer. www.aberdeenperformingarts.com There will also be a book of my tunes published early next year featuring lots of my compositions 29 MAY
RURA: At Ullapool Village Hall. 7.30pm / £13 /. With their second album, 2015’s Despite the Dark, accompanied by extensive UK and international touring, RURA have well and truly reinforced their reputation as one of Scotland’s most powerful folk-based bands. Their exquisitely rugged, yet refined, blend of fiddle, Highland pipes, whistle, flute, bodhran, guitar and voice has proven a resounding hit across the board. www.rura.co.uk 15 MAY RURA: At Incheberry Hall, Fochabers. 7.30pm / £7.52 - £13.85. With their second album, 2015’s Despite the Dark, accompanied by extensive UK and international touring, RURA have well and truly reinforced their reputation as one of Scotland’s most powerful folk-based bands. Their exquisitely rugged, yet refined, blend of fiddle, Highland pipes, whistle, flute, bodhran, guitar and voice has proven a resounding hit across the board.
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27 MAY FATHERSON: At Y-Not Bar & Grill, Thurso. Fatherson’s “The Road to T in the Park” Highlands and Islands tour, ahead of the band’s fourth T in the Park appearance preceded by a selection of dates across Skye, Thurso, Orkney and Aberdeen, as they take their well-wrought tunes to venues this month. Fatherson have already secured support from Radio 1, Radio X and Absolute Radio ahead of the release of their second album, Open Book, due to be released this summer. Tickets @ www.gigsinscotland.com www.facebook.com/fathersonband
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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide page 26: islands + shetland + orkney :: ayrshire + dumfriesshire 26 MAY FATHERSON: At Community Centre, Portree, Skye. Fatherson’s “The Road to T in the Park” Highlands and Islands tour, ahead of the band’s fourth T in the Park appearance preceded by a selection of dates across Skye, Thurso, Orkney and Aberdeen, as they take their well-wrought tunes to venues this month. Fatherson have already secured support from Radio 1, Radio X and Absolute Radio ahead of the release of their second album, Open Book, due to be released this summer. Tickets @ www.gigsinscotland.com www.facebook.com/fathersonband
Day where she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie Cullum and Deacon Blue. www.clairehastings.com 7 MAY Brookfield Knights presents ….. SHEESHAM AND LOTUS: At Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine. We are delighted to welcome back these "new kings of old-time", described by fRoots magazine as “a delicious brew and all in all a lovely, inspiring and slightly manic treat.” Cerys Matthews at BBC Radio 6 has urged everyone to “catch them if you can." http://sheeshamandlotus.com www.brookfield-knights.com
their ideas, exploring more ambitious and artful musical avenues whilst maintaining the same open minded approach to traditional music. www.dallahanmusic.com 5 JUNE DAVE ARCARI: At (2pm) – Big Sparra Vinyl (instore), Ayr. SLIDE guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s alt.blues sounds owe as much to trash country, punk and rockabilly as they do pre-war Delta blues and have been showcased via eight internationally-acclaimed solo CD releases. Two US tours in 2015 – including official showcases at SxSW in Austin, Texas – built on the foundations laid over successful US tours in 2013 and 2014. A new set of recordings is scheduled for release over an EP and an album in 2016. Seasick Steve said: “Dave plays like he got his skin turned inside out and pretty soon my skin was inside out too listening and it was all good. That boy bleeds for you – he a real down deep player and a soul man…” www.davearcari.com
THE PAUL MCKENNA BAND: At Moniaive Folk Festival, Moniaive. On tour supporting their new album ‘Paths that Wind’ 2016 sees The Paul FATHERSON: At Sailing Club, Orkney. McKenna Band celebrate their 10th Anniversary. Fatherson’s “The Road to T in the Park” Highlands and Islands tour, ahead of the band’s To celebrate this milestone they are releasing their fourth, highly anticipated, studio album on fourth T in the Park appearance preceded by a 8 April that is produced by the legendary John selection of dates across Skye, Thurso, Orkney McCusker. The new album features guests in the and Aberdeen, as they take their well-wrought form of some of Scotland’s greatest musicians - 17 JUNE tunes to venues this month. Fatherson have John McCusker, Rod Paterson, Mike Vass and already secured support from Radio 1, Radio X CLAIRE HASTINGS: At The Catstrand, New and Absolute Radio ahead of the release of their James Lindsay Galloway. 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Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Music With a full line-up of saxophones, trumpets, www.facebook.com/Pierheadtavern.co.uk Day where she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie trombones, a rhythm section and special guest Cullum and Deacon Blue. vocalist Sam Merrick, the Nick Ross Orchestra 29 MAY will faithfully recreate the wonderful sound of the www.clairehastings.com Big Bands including those led by Glenn Miller, BIFFY SINGS JAZZ: At Pierhead Tavern, Count Basie, Tommy Dorsey and Syd Lawrence. THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS: At Harbour Lamlash, Arran. 2pm. Free admission. Arts Centre, Irvine. Masters of ragtime, Dixieland Tickets @ Midsteeple Box Office 01387 253383 www.facebook.com/Pierheadtavern.co.uk blues and early swing, The California www.theatreroyaldumfries.co.uk Feetwarmers are renowned for an earthy depth www.nickrossorchestra.com 3 JUNE of character that sets them apart from others who have followed that throwback path to New CLAIRE HASTINGS: At Arran Folk Festival. 8 MAY Orleans, Circa 1920. Their boisterous on-stage Claire Hastings is a folksinger/songwriter THE PAUL MCKENNA BAND: At Moniaive Folk antics are solidly underpinned by playing that is originally from Dumfries. Last year, Claire won Festival, Moniaive. On tour supporting their new as close to the source as it can be. the prestigious BBC Radio Scotland’s Young album ‘Paths that Wind’ 2016 sees The Paul www.facebook.com/Ca.feetwarmers Traditional Musician of the Year award. Since winning the title, Claire has had the opportunity McKenna Band celebrate their 10th Anniversary. www.brookfield-knights.com to perform at many high-profile events including To celebrate this milestone they are releasing their fourth, highly anticipated, studio album on 17 JULY BBC Proms in the Park with the Scottish Symphony Orchestra, and BBC Music Day where 8 April that is produced by the legendary John McCusker. The new album features guests in the HILLFOLK NOIR with 10 STRING she sang alongside Lulu, Jamie Cullum and form of some of Scotland’s greatest musicians - SYMPHONY: At Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine. Deacon Blue. One of the hardest-working bands on the US John McCusker, Rod Paterson, Mike Vass and www.clairehastings.com roots music circuit, Hillfolk Noir have built James Lindsay themselves a huge Stateside following playing www.paulmckennaband.com what has been described as music “filtered through a country-tinged, swampy-swingin’, 21 MAY hillbilly- delta-blues-ragtime word machine”. SONGS OF SEPARATION: At Dumfries and Working out of Boise, Idaho, they have won a lot Galloway Festival (as part of the ‘Beyond of fans in the UK after six successful tours on Borders’ tour). Songs of separation is an this side of the Atlantic. outstanding collaboration between ten of www.facebook.com/hillfolknoir Scotland and England’s leading female folk www.brookfield-knights.com Send us all your gig dates musicians. Devised and recorded in just six days for Dumfriesshire, on the Isle of Eigg, the musicians explore the 20 JULY South West and Cumbria areas rich heritage of the two countries, drawing on HILLFOLK NOIR with 10 STRING their respective and collective musical SYMPHONY: At The CatStrand, New Galloway. experiences and crafting something both new Email them to Carol One of the hardest-working bands on the US and special. The album was released in January, carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com roots music circuit, Hillfolk Noir have built to exceptional reviews, and had a sell-out tour. themselves a huge Stateside following playing This is a rare opportunity to see the full line up. 4 MAY what has been described as music “filtered www.songsofseparation.co.uk through a country-tinged, swampy-swingin’, CLAIRE HASTINGS (Album Launch) with hillbilly- delta-blues-ragtime word machine”. 26 MAY support Holly Little: At Theatre Royal, Working out of Boise, Idaho, they have won a lot Dumfries. 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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide page 28: ayrshire + dumfriesshire :: scottish borders : + 1 hour over THE HOT SEATS: At Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine. The Hot Seats have blown the crowds away at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, HebCeltFest, Gate To Southwell and Edinburgh Fringe, where they won a coveted Herald Angel after a sell-out run at The Famous Spiegletent and were described as “sensational” by the publication’s arts editor. They’re back - and they’re raring to go! www.facebook.com/thehotseats www.brookfield-knights.com
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25 MAY RURA: At Eastgate Arts Centre, Peebles. 7.30pm / £12-£14-£6 (schoolchildren). With their second album, 2015’s Despite the Dark, accompanied by extensive UK and international touring, RURA have well and truly reinforced their reputation as one of Scotland’s most powerful folk-based bands. Their exquisitely rugged, yet refined, blend of fiddle, Highland pipes, whistle, flute, bodhran, guitar and voice has proven a resounding hit across the board. www.rura.co.uk 10 JUNE
HUGH KELLY: At Bar Loco, Newcastle. 8.30pm Edinburgh Alt.Blues/Soul singer songwriter Hugh Kelly has recently released his debut EP which is getting numerous plays on radio stations throughout UK, and he was ‘Artist of the Week’ in the Scotland on Sunday & Scotsman and was Email them to Carol interviewed live on BBC Radio Scotland’s Janice carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com Forsyth Show with one of his tracks making her ‘Single of the Week’. Hugh’s also one of Jim 13 MAY Gellatly's top picks for April 2016. Hugh’s out on tour now across the summer at venues and SOUTHERN TENANT FOLK UNION: At The festivals showcasing tracks from the EP and Hippodrome, Harbour Road, Eyemouth, TD14 playing a track or two from his album due out at 5HS, Doors 7:30pm STFU Onstage 8pm Tickets the end of the year. £10.50 early bird £12.50 Standard. Southern www.hughkellymusic.com Tenant Folk Union are the Edinburgh based string band that over a series of albums have 11 JUNE produced a thought provoking and arresting take on roots & folk music. Through extensive touring String Jam Club presents ….. KATHY they have seen audiences grow year on year and STEWART with special guests: At The County now consistently sell-out concert venues all over Hotel, 1- 5 High Street, Selkirk TD7 4BZ. String the UK and Ireland. Jam Club is proudly hosting the official launch of www.facebook.com/SouthernTenantFolkUnion Kathy Stewart’s brand new CD release 'Almost Home.' With special guests. New York country 14 MAY songwriter Kathy is a much-loved favourite at String Jam Club, and a household name on the Reivers Bar presents ….. OASIS TRIBUTE Borders music scene. Based here since the NIGHT: At Reivers Bar, Galashiels, Scottish 1980’s. Kathy’s shows always attract a huge Borders. £5. Reivers continues to bring live following, but this will be an extra-special night entertainment every weekend to the town of of beautiful new songs and guest musicians. Galashiels. There is a friendly packed Album launches are always unique and exciting atmosphere with people now venturing down occasions, and we’re delighted for Kathy (and from Edinburgh and it's surroundings. Most ourselves!) that she has chosen String Jam Club nights we start the live acts at 9pm, all ticket to bring her new songs into the world. Tickets events are usually sold out by the evening itself. will go on sale soon www.facebook.com/reivers.sportsbargalashiels www.facebook.com/StringJamClub
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SOUTHERN TENANT FOLK UNION: At Midlem Village Hall, The Green, Midlem, Selkirk, TD7 4QB. Southern Tenant Folk Union are the Edinburgh based string band that over a series of albums have produced a thought provoking and arresting take on roots & folk music. Through extensive touring they have seen audiences grow year on year and now consistently sell-out concert venues all over the UK and Ireland. Doors 7:30pm STFU Onstage 8pm Tickets £10 call 07813 804097 for advance NB: part of the ticket money for this show will go to the Katie McKerracher Trust Charity www.katiemckerrachertrust.co.uk www.facebook.com/SouthernTenantFolkUnion TUFF LOVE: At Think Tank, Newcastle. After releasing their debut compilation LP earlier this year, Glaswegian guitar-pop duo Tuff Love are pleased to announce they’ll be hitting the road this May, supporting Chastity Belt on a their UK tour, as well as their own Glasgow headline show on May 15th. www.facebook.com/ReallyTuffLove 21 MAY String Jam Club presents ….. RAB NOAKES: At The County Hotel, 1- 5 High Street, Selkirk TD7 4BZ. “One of this country’s finest songsmiths." The Herald www.facebook.com/StringJamClub
DAVE ARCARI: At The Cluny, Newcastle Upon Tyne. SLIDE guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s alt.blues sounds owe as much to trash country, punk and rockabilly as they do pre-war Delta blues and have been showcased via eight internationally-acclaimed solo CD releases. Two US tours in 2015 – including official showcases at SxSW in Austin, Texas – built on the foundations laid over successful US tours in 2013 and 2014. A new set of recordings is scheduled for release over an EP and an album in 2016. Seasick Steve said: “Dave plays like he got his skin turned inside out and pretty soon my skin was inside out too listening and it was all good. That boy bleeds for you – he a real down deep player and a soul man…” www.davearcari.com 15 JULY HILLFOLK NOIR with 10 STRING SYMPHONY: At Coldingham Village Hall, Berwickshire. One of the hardest-working bands on the US roots music circuit, Hillfolk Noir have built themselves a huge Stateside following playing what has been described as music “filtered through a country-tinged, swampyswingin’, hillbilly- delta-blues-ragtime word machine”. Working out of Boise, Idaho, they have won a lot of fans in the UK after six successful tours on this side of the Atlantic. www.facebook.com/hillfolknoir www.brookfield-knights.com 22 JULY 10 STRING SYMPHONY: At Eastgate Theatre, Peebles. When 10 String Symphony released their superb Weight of The World album earlier this year, it created instantaneous reverberations on both sides of the Atlantic, and was so well received in America that it ended up at the No 3 position on the hugely-influential Billboard Bluegrass Chart. This will be the duo’s UK debut and it is eagerly anticipated by many. The album picked up a top-rating 5-star review from R2 magazine. www.facebook.com/10StringSymphony www.brookfield-knights.com 15-24 JULY
THE CALIFORNIA FEETWARMERS: At Eastgate Theatre, Peebles. Masters of ragtime, Dixieland blues and early swing, The California Feetwarmers are renowned for an earthy depth of character that sets them apart from others who have followed that throwback path to New Orleans, Circa 1920. Their boisterous on-stage antics are solidly underpinned by playing that is as close to the source as it can be. www.facebook.com/Ca.feetwarmers www.brookfield-knights.com
Music at Paxton: At Paxton House, Berwickshire. Music at Paxton, a summer festival of superb international chamber music, takes place in Paxton House on the banks of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. The concerts offer an intimate, friendly and relaxed experience and take place in Paxton House’s splendid Picture Gallery. With its large, domed roof-light that lets in the summer sun, and walls hung high with paintings from the National Galleries of Scotland’s collection, it is an idyllic setting for chamber music. Tickets go on sale 25 April from www.hubtickets.co.uk and 0131 473 2000. Tickets £5.00 to £25.00 www.musicatpaxton.co.uk
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THE BLOW MONKEYS: At Jedburgh, Riverside Rock Festival. Following the success of The Blow Monkeys latest album the self released ‘If Not Now ,When?’ in 2015 the band are ready to spread the love and share the music out there "live" once again! Since they reformed in 2008 The Blow Monkeys have been recording and performing again with almost indecent haste. This is a chance to catch a legendary band with all four original members performing at the peak of their powers with a mix of "classic hits" and brand new songs - all infused with that enigmatic simian soul. www.theblowmonkeys.com
THE HOT SEATS: At Eastgate Theatre, Peebles. The Hot Seats have blown the crowds away at big events such as Celtic Connections, Shetland Folk Festival, HebCeltFest, Gate To Southwell and Edinburgh Fringe, where they won a coveted Herald Angel after a sell-out run at The Famous Spiegletent and were described as “sensational” by the publication’s arts editor. They’re back and they’re raring to go! www.facebook.com/thehotseats www.brookfield-knights.com
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MAY Moniave Folk Festival Moniaive, Dumfriesshire, 6-8 May The Moniave Folk Festival has something for everyone, Great music, Piping competitions, Open stages, children’s events and concerts. Workshops. Come along for a wonderful family weekend. Main artists: Martin Simpson, the Paul McKenna Band, Northern Harmony, Margaret Bennett, Talisk www.moniaivefolkfestival.co.uk
Shuffle Down Larbert (nr Falkirk) 7 May After a hugely successful debut year the Shuffle Down Festival will return to the Dobbie Hall in Larbert on 7 May. Last year the event sold out and the organisers are aiming to bring a bigger and better event to the town this year. The Charity Last year the event raised almost £5000 for MND Scotland and this year’s chosen charity is Strathcarron Hospice, a charity very close to all of the organisers. www.shuffledown.co.uk
Psychedelic Forest Disco Kelburn 7 May
This unique event brings together some of Scotland's finest exponents of traditional singing for a weekend of old songs and bothy ballads in concerts and singarounds in the rural surroundings of the Fife Farm Park. The weekend also includes workshops/talks on topics related to traditional song and culture.
4,000 plastic ducks down the Allan Water. Gradually a 'Fringe Fling' has developed, featuring over the years everything from ghost walks, pub quizzes, plays from the local Drama Group, master classes in everything from fiddling or mandolins to harmony singing or bodhran, and the now-annual Thursday Jazz Night.
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Knockengorroch World Ceilidh
Glasgow 13-29 May It’s an incredibly exciting time in the Southside actively encouraging creativity and supporting local Southside talent. The ethos of the Southside Fringe is very much ‘strength in numbers’ : the more facets of the community and local businesses who get involved the louder our voice and the bigger the Southside’s profile will be on the festival map. www.southsidefringe.org.uk
Perth Festival of the Arts Perth 19-29 May
Kirkcudbright 26-29 May If you prefer a bigger festival in a smaller pot you are a Knockengorrocher! Join us beside the glittering Water of Deugh beneath the broad shoulders of southwest Scotland's great mountain peaks to celebrate some of the finest music from the Celtic diaspora and everywhere inbetween. The World Ceilidh melds together the most ancient roots music with the latest cutting edge sounds. This first truly backwoods upland music fest in Scotland hosts some of the best musicians and performers from across the world. All are invited to journey over hill and dale by rock and stream to our natural greenfield auditorium and to our upland stage to experience the biggest little festival this side of anywhere!
Celebrate Perth Festival's 45th birthday in Perth Concert Hall, the Festival is one of the highlights in Scotland's cultural calendar. Perth Festival of www.knockengorroch.org.uk the Arts is an annual 11 day May Festival, founded in 1972, and taking place in the City of Perth in Scotland. It is now in its 45th Year and Orkney Folk Festival Orkney is one of the oldest continuously running arts 26-29 May Festivals in Scotland.
Once again we have some big names coming north to join in the fun in May, and from the ceilidh bands to the almost indie strand, we have brought together a broad mix of artists that we hope appeals to everyone’s interpretation of the increasingly expansive folk genre. As ever, our local traditions and musicians – both established and emerging – will be centre stage alongside those visiting the festival. You would be hard Our 9-day festival has taken place since 1979. pushed to find another festival throughout the www.kelburngardenparty.com/other-events/ The founding aim was to bring international per- country that has such a strong home representaformers of the highest quality to a region contion, and it is one that we are hugely proud of. taining many scattered rural communities since Scribblers Picnic then this region has produced some of its own www.orkneyfolkfestival.com Stirling talent of international standing and we’re proud 8 May to also be able to present these artistes from Reivers Rock The Scribbler’s Picnic is a charity that was set up time to time. We offer a wide range of events: in 2001 to raise money for five cancer charities – music – including classical, jazz and folk, dance, and Blues Festival theatre, literary, children’s events, plus the visCHAS, Strathcarron Hospice, Maggie’s Centre, Alwinton (Northumberland) ual arts and films. Events take place in a range Marie Curie Cancer Care and Macmillan Cancer 27-29 May of venues throughout the region, from large to Care. This outdoor event is held at the Stirling small, formal to informal, urban to rural. Rugby Club with each year getting better and Clennell Hall will be the venue for the Reivers better. Four stages of music and a charity fete Rock and Blues Festival with a fantastic line up www.dgartsfestival.org.uk make it a fun day for all the family. The unique of top name bands and artists from all corners of music event, which is run entirely by volunteers, the UK. Clennell Hall is located in the Upper Cowill feature hundreds of musicians covering a Doune & Dunblane Fling quet Valley of Northumberland (just over the broad array of music across the day in the Dunblane Scottish border) near the village of Alwinton. grounds of Stirling Rugby Club. It run's under 26-28 May Situated in it's own grounds, facilities include the tagline 'Musicians Helping the Fight Against camping, bunk rooms, hotel rooms, fully licensed Cancer' and is run in association with Stirling Like many others, the Fling was conceived with bars, restaurant and bar meals as well as hog and Bridge of Allan Round Table. Thousands are the help of music and alcohol. It began as an roasts and snacks throughout the weekend. expected to flock to Bridgehaugh for the event idea at the Dunblane Folk Club, among a group which runs from 12noon to 8pm. of people fond of music and fun. And so in May www.facebook.com/reiversrock 1993 the first Fling happened. Since then the www.scribblerspicnic.co.uk Fling has gone from strength to strength. Somewhere along the line the first 'Fling by the River' Riverside Festival Glasgow began. Held each Fling Saturday on Dunblane's FifeSing historic Drying Green, its activities have ranged 28-29 May Collessie, Fife from an open stage for local young musicians, 13-15 May fire engines, space-hopper races and fire-eating The Electric Frog & Pressure Riverside Festival takes place on the banks of the river Clyde on jugglers, to the annual Rotary Club race for Kelburn’s infamous season-opener – the wild and www.perthfestival.co.uk groovy feast for all the senses that is The Psychedelic Forest Disco. Once again we will feature Dumfries & Galloway a top line-up of acts across 2 soundsystems alongside innumerable hidden treats and surArts Festival prises, quality beer, cider and cocktails, camping Dumfries and Galloway and of course your favourite woodland shenani20-29 May gans!
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Killin Music Festival Killin 17-19 June
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Killin Music Festival is returning to the festival calendar in June 2016. Run by a modern, enerAberdeen and North East getic team, the festival will bring multiple headtalents to the stage in Killin. In our maiden of Scotland Music Festival line year we will welcome Skipinnish, Trail West, BBC Aberdeen Radio Scotland's Young Traditional Musician of 30 May - 3 June the Year 2015 - Claire Hastings and her band, Donald Black, the Scott Wood Band plus many Aberdeen’s oldest and original music, drama and more incredible artists to our stage. Killin Tradidance Festival began life in 1909 and is still very tional Music and Dance Festival was previously much alive today. The Festival takes place each held back in the 90's which lasted until the early year in the first week of June, in halls through2000's. It was a prime entry on the festival calout the city. All events are open to the public endar and was much missed when it fell by the and audiences are warmly welcomed. The Festi- wayside. Tickets are on sale now via our website val adopts the motto of Sir Henry Walford Dawww.killinmusicfestival.com and are selling fast! vies: “Not to gain a prize or defeat a rival but to pace one another on the road to excellence.” www.killinmusicfestival.com http://aberdeenmusicfestival.com/
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Riverside Rock Jedburgh 18 June
Riverside Rock 2016 already have some fantasBrew at the Bog tic bands signed up: The Men They Couldn’t Hang / The Lost Boys / Scocha (Back for a 3rd Inverness Year) / Blistered Molly (Back for a 2nd Year) / 3-4 June Greg Anderson (Back too for 2nd year) he rocked the tent at the end last year! Main tent Brew at the Bog is one of Scotland's most dyheadliner and other bands to be announced. As namic hidden gems, championing new and unbefore Riverside Rock must not be missed, the signed artists alongside craft beer, gin, cider, Scottish Borders very own music festival at Rivwhisky, rum and prosecco bars! A two-day camping festival, Brew at the Bog is held at Bog- erside Park, Jedburgh, and 2016 will have more food outlets, more bars and a bigger tent. Tickbain Farm in Inverness, which was crowned ets on sale soon! "Best Unusual Venue" at the 2012 Scottish Event Awards - the perfect setting for a festival www.riversiderock.co.uk that prides itself on championing the best of Scotland’s alternative scene. The lineup for 2016 includes a Mercury Music Prize nominee, Best North Hop Glasgow Breakthrough Act at the Scottish Music Awards, Glasgow Best Hip Hop Act AND Best Live Act at the 18-19 June SAMAs, Best Up & Coming at the Scottish Trad Music Awards, a Radio 2 Awards nominee, and so it goes on! The festival for 2016 also features There will be lots of great Scottish and guest breweries offering up a fine selection of craft a programme of speakers, cinema, alternative beers and ciders in the rustic Beer Hall, along therapies and street food! with some tasty street food vendors, market traders, live art, bands, and acoustic acts. www.brewatthebog.com
Portsoy Folk Festival : “The 7th Haal” Portsoy 3-5 June
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Hebridean Celtic Festival Hebrides 13-16 July 2016 Fantastic four-day festival set against the rich cultural backdrop of the Outer Hebrides, featuring top quality music from around the Celtic nations and beyond. Stornoway and throughout Lewis and Harris. The cream of international folk and Celtic music have heaped praise on HebCeltl as it celebrated its 20th year in 2015 by hosting its biggest number of live performances ever. Award-winning artists who took part in this year's Hebridean Celtic Festival hailed it a huge success after bosses laid on new venues and returned to its roots for the showpiece event. www.hebceltfest.com
Tiree Music Festival Isle of Tiree 15-17 July Tiree Music Festival (TMF) was formed in 2010 when Tiree musician Daniel Gillespie (Skerryvore) teamed up with school friend Stewart MacLennan with the radical idea of holding an open-air festival on their local island of Tiree. TMF is more than just attending a music festival – it is an island adventure. From the stunning sail or flight to the island of Tiree, camping next to the white sands of Crossapol Bay or surfing at Balevullin beach, TMF is an experience very few festivals in the world could compete with. Get your tickets quick, the early birds sell out in hours - http://tireemusicfestival.co.uk/ ticket-prices. www.tireemusicfestival.co.uk
Pandora Fest Duncarron 16 July Pandorafest will be Scotland's first music festival that supports women musicians. In 2015 the major festivals displayed a massive gender imbalance, of the 87 acts that were announced, 78 were all male, 3 were female and 6 were mixed groups - that was an 89.6% all male line up.* "As far as Scotland is concerned - this is not okay" says Pandora Fest! Pandorafest will be a one day music festival packed full of live music from female singer/songwriters, women musicians and female fronted bands all playing from 12noon-11pm. Pandorafest will be running 3 stages of live music across many genres, all expertly woven into a line-up to keep you entertained from start to finish.
A weekend of songs, tunes, stories, poetry, Stonehaven dance, workshops and sessions to be held in and 7-10 July around Portsoy. 28th Stonehaven Folk Festival featuring a mix of www.bothyfolk.org some of the best in traditional and contemporary music and song from Scotland and further afield. A weekend of Concerts, ceilidh, workshops, sesEden Festival sions, singarounds and fun with the Annual Raehills Meadows www.pandorafest.com World Paper'n'Comb Championships and the 9-12 June 2016 Aqua Ceilidh. 2016 guests include Scott Wood Band, Saltfishforty, Daimh, Blazin'Fiddles, Tony Set in the stunning Raehill Meadows of Dumfries McManus and Artie Trezise. Eden Festival is boutique festival, with over 250 acts performing across 9 stages, bringing you www.stonehavenfolkfestival.co.uk live music, dance, cabaret, burlesque, circus skills, theatre, a children's area, fun and games MNS FESTIVALS! supplement @ and much more. Nominated for three awards in T in the Park 2015. http://bitly.com/mns-festivals-jan2016-28 Strathallan Castle, Perthshire 8-10 July www.facebook.com/theedenfestival
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