Musicians

As recent inductees to the BBC ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards ‘Trad Music Hall of Fame’ the ‘Dugs’ celebrated thirty years on the road in 2022 by launching their fourteenth studio album ‘Knucklehead Circus’ in Winter 2021. A joyous, uplifting and fun album full of compelling energy and intoxicating rhythm on which ‘OBD’ continue to innovate within their tradition while faithfully revealing its essence. Here’s to many more years of Old Blind Dogs! https://www.oldblinddogs.co.uk/

Formed around the turn of the century and taking the name from the Gaelic word for “kinship,” Dàimh (pronounced Dive), have taken their contemporary take of Highland and Gaelic music to over 20 countries. Members Angus Mackenzie (bagpipes), Gabe McVarish (fiddle), Ross Martin (guitar), Murdo “Yogi” Cameron (mandola, accordion), and Gaelic vocalist Ellen MacDonald delve into the rich tapestry of Scottish musical heritage. https://www.daimh.net/

Heron Valley captures the iconic sounds of the bothies, village halls and kitchen ceilidhs. With a mixture of traditional Scots and original songs they tell enchanting stories from the places they were born. From the rugged Atlantic islands of the Outer Hebrides, to the mystical hills of Argyll, these musicians are passionate about their heritage. Let Heron Valley transport you to the heartlands of Scotland, through their dynamic performance of the ancient sounds of their home! https://www.heronvalleyband.com/