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Email them to Carol carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com 26 OCTOBER HAWKLORDS; The Mash House, Hasties Close, 37 Guthrie St, Edinburgh, Doors 7pm(starts 7.30pm SHARP) £14 Adv stbf 28 OCTOBER GREG TROOPER: At House concert, Edinburgh.

Greg's latest album, Incident on Willow Street, reaffirmed his position as a singer-songwriter who would forever be in the premier league. Long ago described by Bob Harris as being in the "great, great" class, the album ended 2013 in the Top Twenty Five Albums of The Year list published by the Euro Americana Chart from returns sent in by regular contributors. www.facebook.com/GregTrooperMusic DAVE ALVIN & PHIL ALVIN with THE GUILTY ONES: At The Art School Glasgow. Tickets £17 from 0141 204 5151. THE re-united Alvin Brothers – Dave and Phil – are heading to Glasgow for a gig in the newly-refurbished Art School. It took a near-death experience to reunite Dave Alvin and Phil Alvin, the California brothers at the heart of “roots heroes” (Rolling Stone) The Blasters. It’s a real coup for promoters, The Fallen Angels Club especially with the brothers’ current album – “Common Ground: Dave Alvin & Phil Alvin Play and Sing the Songs of Big Bill Broonzy” – going down a storm. The brothers are widely recognised as real mainstays of the roots/rock genre, separately or together – so this gig promises to be something rather special. www.facebook.com/davealvinofficial www.fallenangelsclub.com GILLY HEWITT With support from Murray McLeod. A great friend of Leith Folk Club, Gilly has sung traditional and contemporary folk songs since the late 1970s and is widely praised for her interpretations of Burns. She accompanies herself on 5-string banjo, has appeared at folk festivals all over the UK, and is a regular at the Sidmouth International Folk Festival in Devon. Victoria Park House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Edinburgh. Doors Open - 7.30pm. Tickets £7 which can be reserved using: http://leithfolkclub.com/tickets 29 OCTOBER THE MOUNTAIN FIREWORK COMPANY: At House Concert, Edinburgh. The Mountain Firework Company kick-started 2014 in terrific form playing to a capacity 1000-strong crowd at Glasgow’s Celtic Connections festival and wowing fans in Edinburgh too, before being confirmed as one of the main visiting acts for this year’s Shetland Folk Festival. With music industry showcases (by invitation) at the big Folk Alliance International event in Kansas City and several other festival appearances still to be announced, this will be a rare return by-popular demand north of the Border. www.facebook.com/theMFCo

30 OCTOBER Pathhead Music Collective presents ….. LIANNE CARROLL in concert with SARA COLMAN and BANCROFT/LYNE: At Pathhead Village Hall.

Pathhead keeps up its reputation as one of the most musical villages in Scotland. welcoming back multiaward winning vocalist Liane Carroll whose heartfelt performances are pretty much guaranteed to having you gigglin’ and greetin’. Carroll will be joined by Pathhead’s own Sophie Bancroft & Tom Lyne as well as London based singer songwriter Sara Colman.

Doors open at 7.30pm with music from 8pm. Tickets available at Wahlberg’s Bakers, Main Street, Pathhead or at the PMC website. www.pathheadmusiccollective.org.uk 31 OCTOBER THE INDOS: At EP Launch - Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh. Born and bred in North Edinburgh, The Indos are an alternative rock band who take influence from the mod, pop and heavier rock that emerged from British rock bands of the 1960's. Mixing a blend of heavy guitar driven tracks with more melodic songs the Indos have created a unique sound. Tickets £6, £8 on the door. Time 7pm. www.facebook.com/TheIndos www.twincityrecords.com SCARY PEOPLE: At Edinburgh Studio 24 (with Bombskare) www.facebook.com/scarypeopletheband KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD - Plus special guest Laurence Jones.; Five-time Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum-selling blues/rock guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd comes to the UK this Autumn following a run of successful gigs in the US. Shepherd’s band is a veritable who’s who in rock and blues. In addition to long-time vocalist Noah Hunt, the band features drummer Chris Layton (Stevie Ray Vaughan's Double Trouble), bassist Tony Franklin (The Firm) and keyboardist Riley Osbourn (Willie Nelson).

Kenny's latest album Goin' Home is a collection of classic blues songs just released on Concord Records.

Queens Hall, 85 - 89 Clerk Street, Edinburgh. Time 6.30pm. Tickets £20 / £22 plus bf. www.kennywayneshepherd.net 2 NOVEMBER Pathhead Music Collective presents ….. Jazz Brunch featuring FIONNA DUNCAN and BRIAN KELLOCK: At The Stair Arms Hotel, Pathhead.

Pathhead keeps up its reputation as one of the most musical villages in Scotland. The opportunity to enjoy Fionna Duncan’s vocals – her voice has been described as part silk part sandpaper – and Brian Kellock’s expert piano skills over some fine food adds up to a great way to spend your Sunday afternoon.

Doors open and food served from 12pm with music from 12.45pm until 3pm. Tickets available at Wahlberg’s Bakers, Main Street, Pathhead or at the PMC website. www.pathheadmusiccollective.org.uk PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET: At The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh. South Africa-born Clouts brings his new quartet on a six-date Scottish tour beginning on November 1. Clouts continues to draw inspiration from South African music and from music from all around the world, including Cuba and South America, but something of his father, respected poet Sydney Clouts’ talent has emerged also in Clouts’ compositions that have been inspired by the Dorset

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Tennis & Bowling Club, Glasgow. South Africaborn Clouts brings his new quartet on a six-date Scottish tour beginning on November 1. Clouts 4 NOVEMBER continues to draw inspiration from South African music and from music from all around the world, ROBYN STAPLETON: Robyn is the 2014 winner including Cuba and South America, but of the BBC Radio Scotland’s Young Traditional something of his father, respected poet Sydney Musician of the Year award and, having sung for Clouts’ talent has emerged also in Clouts’ the Prince of Wales, the Scottish Parliament and compositions that have been inspired by the Robbie Shepherd this year so far, it's Leith Folk Dorset landscape.

Clubs' turn now. Specialising in traditional Scots www.facebook.com/philipcloutsquartet Song, she has - as you might expect - a truly beautiful voice, so this promises to be a very CHVRCHES: At Edinburgh Corn Exchange special evening indeed. Leith Folk Club. Victoria www.facebook.com/CHVRCHES Park House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Edinburgh.

Doors Open - 7.30pm. Tickets £7 which can be 6 NOVEMBER reserved using: http://leithfolkclub.com/tickets CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At House concert, Edinburgh. Following Cam Penner and 5 NOVEMBER Jon Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, they return with a pocketful of great ADAM HOLMES AND THE EMBERS presents reviews and having ended 2013 featured at the ….. A night of musical mayhem - tunes and top of many End Of The Year lists. Reviewing songs - folk, trad, Americana and hiphop at The them for AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the Voodoo Rooms, 7.45pm, £10 (on the door). performence never dipped below "magical."

With MAIREARAD AND ANNA, MOG, www.campenner.com MADELEINE DOW. After a break over the summer Adam Holmes and the Embers The Fallen Angels Club presents .....THE Presents… is back at the Voodoo Rooms at the DELINES plus support: At The Voodoo Rooms beginning of November. These events have built Edinburgh. The Delines, a side project of a solid reputation over the last 2 years for Americana favourites, Richmond Fontaine, make showcasing great musicians from a wide variety their Edinburgh debut. After making their of genres, from trad to hiphop. A freewheeling Glasgow debut during the Westend festival in night, hosted by singer Adam Holmes, where the June this year, we look forward to bring them unexpected can happen with surprising back to these shores. Headed by vocalist, Amy combinations of musicians and guests sitting in. Boone, the band’s debut album, “Colfax” comes www.adamholmesandtheembers.com out in April, with all songs written by RF frontman and now successful author, Willy PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET: At Woodend Vlautin. He loves Amy’s voice, so much so he

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Vlautin says the album is full of haunting, modern stories through “the musical lens of soul and roots music of decades past.” Tickets £14 from Tickets Scotland 0131 220 3234/Ripping Records 0131 226 7010 www.ticketweb.co.uk www.fallenangelsclub.com

Born To Be Wide Music Journalism Night: BTBW is set to host an evening focusing on music journalism, including an interview with former Smash Hits editor and Q founder Mark Ellen. Taking place at Edinburgh’s Electric Circus from 7pm it also features a discussion panel, with Herald Group Arts Editor Alan Morrison and freelancer Nicola Meighan [The List, Quietus]. Both Morrison and Meighan will also DJ, and all the speakers will stay to socialise with the audience. £6 / £4.50 www.borntobewide.co.uk MIKE ZITO & THE WHEEL / SAMANTHA FISH; The Jam House, 5 Queen St, Edinburgh, Doors 7pm, £13.50 Adv stbf 7 NOVEMBER Kelburn Garden Party presents ….. THE JOHN LANGAN BAND with KING EIDER and friendly Kelburn DJs: At Studio 24, Carlton Road, Edinburgh. 11pm – 3am Tickets: £6+BF (advance) / £8 on the door from Ripping

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TOUR DATES November 7 Birnam Arts Centre 9 The Ironworks, Inverness 10 Universal Halls, Forres January 14 The Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow

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DAVID MACGREGOR / AHMED DICKINSON CARDENAS; The Voodoo Rooms,West Register St, Edinburgh, Doors 7.15pm, £10 Adv stbf.

8 NOVEMBER Pathhead Music Collective presents ….. THE BEVVY SISTERS: At Pathhead Village Hall.

Pathhead keeps up its reputation as one of the most musical villages in Scotland. Mixing equal measures of sweetness and sass, grit and glamour, heartbreak and hilarity– cut with a dash of potent Scottish spirit – a night with the Bevvy Sisters featuring the vocals of Pathhead’s own Gina Rae is definitely a treat. Since we last saw them the Bevvy Sisters have released an album, garnered 5 star reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe and are currently on a UK tour. Don’t miss out on a great Saturday night (remember, this gig sold out last year), get your ticket at Wahlberg’s Bakers in Pathhead or e-mail ginarae@onetel.com. Doors open at 8pm with music from 8.30pm. www.pathheadmusiccollective.org.uk

THE OZRIC TENTACLES: At The Electric Circus, Edinburgh. From their inception at Stonehenge Festival in 1983 the Ozric Tentacles have been what can only be described as transformational, both for the listener and for the band themselves. Catch their European tour with sneaky peek tracks from their yet to be released Double Album, this years tour is looking to be one 'Out of this World' musical journey you will not want to miss. www.ozrics.com

band launch their second EP "Low Sun, Long Shadow" at Opium, Edinburgh. 7pm £5 on the door 18+ www.facebook.com/events/914880268539645/ www.facebook.com/WeCameFromTheNorth WISHBONE ASH /MECHANICAL ARMS; The Jam House, 5 Queen St, Edinburgh, Doors 6.45pm, £16.50 Adv stbf LIGHTS OUT BY NINE / HUNTER HOPE. The Voodoo Rooms, West Register St, Edinburgh, 7.15pm, £8.50 adv stbf.

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HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN: At St. Brides Community Centre, 10 Orwell Terrace, Edinburgh, EH11 2DZ. 7.30pm Tickets £18/£16 conc. Tel. 0131 346 1405. The amazing jazz/ TOM CLELLAND; A well known devotee of Robert Louis Stevenson, Tom Clelland is a highly western swing band from Austin, Texas on a UK Tour. respected singer/songwriter, whose albums gather rave reviews and whose 2012 Stevenson www.facebook.com/hotclubofcowtown based Fringe show sold out, returns to the Leith EDINBURGH LIGHT ORCHESTRA, Join us on Folk Club - along with Cellist, Wendy Weatherby. 16 NOVEMBER our winter Journey Into Melody, for a fine Expect plenty of Stevenson, but also lots of his selection of favourites from stage, screen and own excellent material. Leith Folk Club. Victoria CAROLINE GILMOUR: At The Caves, Edinburgh. Caroline grew up in Newtongrange, British light music. Sullivan’s overture from The Park House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Edinburgh. near Edinburgh and her inspirations were singer Yeomen of the Guard; music from West Side Doors Open - 7.30pm. Tickets £7 which can be songwriters Alanis Morissette, Sheryl Crow and Story and hits by Richard Rodgers; vintage radio reserved using: Eddi Reader. themes – In Town Tonight and Puffin’ Billy; plus http://leithfolkclub.com/tickets www.facebook.com/CarolineGilmourMusic the theme from Schindler’s List and A Salute to the Big Bands. Music reflecting The Great War 12 NOVEMBER 18 NOVEMBER includes Roses of Picardy, George Butterworth’s EUGENE RIPPER: At Henry's Cellar, Edinburgh.

The Banks of Green Willow, Eric Coates’ Wood RAB NOAKES With support from Martin Canada's trailblazing punk folk/indie rocker Nymphs and Tommies’ Tunes – a sing-along of White. Probably one of Scotland's most beloved returns to the UK for a whistle stop tour to World War One songs. Plus a selection of songs troubadours, it's unlikely you'll find anyone who promote his new album "Hangman". Eugene from Trial by Jury, Iolanthe, Chu Chin Chow; doesn't think of him as legendary or up there Faust and others. Queen’s Hall, 85-89 Clerk St Ripper is one of Canada's most enduring indie Edinburgh. Time 7.30pm. Tickets £11 / £9.50 / artists and his quasi legendary status within the with the rest of the country's musical royalty.

Canuck underground scene is well documented. His career spans decades, his knowledge £7.50. seemingly endless and the breadth of his www.eugeneripper.com songwriting epic. You know you'll need to 9 NOVEMBER reserve a ticket for this one, right? Leith Folk 13 NOVEMBER Club. Victoria Park House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Identity Parade presents ….. THE LONELY HUE AND CRY: At Queens Hall, Edinburgh.

Edinburgh. Doors Open - 7.30pm. Tickets £9 TOGETHER, ORTHODOX, NATHAN 7.30pm. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of which can be reserved using: CONNOLLY (LITTLE MATADOR / SNOW Remote Hue and Cry will be taking to the road in http://leithfolkclub.com/tickets PATROL), ALAN R DAVISON and ZOË BESTEL: At The Mash House, Hasties Close, 37 November for the ‘Remote 2014 Scottish Tour’.

21 NOVEMBER Guthrie Street, Edinburgh. EH1 1JG. 4pm - 9pm. Pat and Greg along with their full on 8 piece Hosted by XFM Scotland's Jim Gellatly, Identity band will be revisiting the album from start to finish - track by track. Fans be treated to Hue THE BREW: At Bannerman’s, Edinburgh. Doors Parade's 10th Anniversary gig promises a full and Cry hits and classics with support from 7.30 p.m., advance tickets £11+bf on 0131 556 musical extravaganza split between two rooms special guests.

3254. Hailed as one of the finest, most creative in Edinburgh's Mash House venue in the Old www.ticketmaster.co.uk and energetically enthused classic rock bands in Town. The show is an over 14s to encourage www.facebook.com/hueandcry the UK! This will be a night to remember and younger musicians to come along, be inspired one show not to miss! From Grimsby, The Brew and make some contacts. Tickets on the door 14 NOVEMBER has gone from strength to strength since the and also through Brown Paper Tickets - www. release of their international breakthrough “The brownpapertickets.com/event/880901 £6-for WE CAME FROM THE NORTH with support Joker” in 2008. With two subsequent studio aged 18 and over, £4-for ages 14-17 (ID from A SUDDEN BURST OF COLOUR and projects and a powerhouse live album, this required) GLACIER: Edinburgh based instrumental rock award-winning trio has grown into one of www.facebook.com/identityparade 11 NOVEMBER

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Europe's most potent rock acts, combining the www.lorrainemccauley.com musicianship of classic rock with youthful energy and a brash, contemporary outlook.

HUE AND CRY: At The Brunton, Musselburgh. www.facebook.com/thebrewofficial 7.30pm. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Remote Hue and Cry will be taking to the road in PHILIP SAYCE; The Mash House, Hasties November for the ‘Remote 2014 Scottish Tour’.

Close, 37 Guthrie St, Edinburgh. Doors 7.15pm , Pat and Greg along with their full on 8 piece £13.50 Adv stbf. band will be revisiting the album from start to finish - track by track. Fans be treated to Hue STANLEY ODD: At Liquid Room, Edinburgh. The and Cry hits and classics with support from band are about to release new single, ‘Pastime’ special guests. and brand new album in November. www.ticketmaster.co.uk www.facebook.com/stanleyodd www.facebook.com/hueandcry 23 NOVEMBER

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WINGIN’ IT on tour: At The Soundhouse, Edinburgh. Wingin’ It are one of the most highly rated guitar duo’s in the country who, in their live show, deliver a fiery, energy fuelled array of acoustic music styles. Weaving effortlessly between Bluegrass, Gypsy Jazz, Folk and Pop, their performances are sure to capture the imagination. Having won a coveted “Danny Kyle” Award at Celtic Connections, the duo have gone on to dazzle audiences ever since www.winginitduo.com www.soundhouse.org.uk

TYDE; A combination of traditional English folk and contemporary songwriting, this trio have collected an armful of plaudits and accolades wherever they've played. Consummate musicianship, energetic tunes and beautiful vocals promise a fabulous evening in their company. They've been favourably compared to Lau, but it sounds like newer bands will soon be compared to them. Leith Folk Club. Victoria Park House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Edinburgh. Doors Open - 7.30pm. Tickets £7 which can be reserved using: http://leithfolkclub.com/tickets

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FIL CAMPBELL; Irish singer/songwriter Fil Campbell has been steeped in music all her life, whether promoting it, presenting it on the radio or in her own illustrious career writing and performing with husband Tom McFarland across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Her set includes plenty of traditional material and will no doubt be liberally peppered with plenty of grand craic.

Leith Folk Club. Victoria Park House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Edinburgh. Doors Open - 7.30pm.

Tickets £7 which can be reserved using: http://leithfolkclub.com/tickets 28 NOVEMBER THE INDOS: At Bannerman’s, Edinburgh. Born and bred in North Edinburgh, The Indos are an alternative rock band who take influence from the mod, pop and heavier rock that emerged from British rock bands of the 1960's. Mixing a blend of heavy guitar driven tracks with more melodic songs the Indos have created a unique sound. www.facebook.com/TheIndos www.twincityrecords.com

BIG COUNTRY ‘Steeltown’ 30th Anniversary Tour: At Edinburgh University, Teviot Debating Hall, 5/2 Bristo Square, Edinburgh.£25 www.eusa.ed.ac.uk/eusalive/about/teviot/ www.bigcountry.co.uk 7 DECEMBER

LORRAINE MCCAULEY & THE BORDERLANDS: At Edinburgh House Concert.

Singer songwriter, Lorraine McCauley is one of the most original voices among the new generation of folk and roots performers, delivering biting commentary on social and personal issues. With her band, The Borderlands, on accordion, cello, fiddle, mandolin, glockenspiel, percussion, viola and guitar, they will tour the UK in October with their 4 star debut album 'Light in the Darkest Corners'. These talented newcomers have been showcased by BBC Introducing, STV and Creative Scotland, gaining recognition for their unique musical twist of original folk, world, celtic, gypsy, pop songs

GLASGOW AREA Mid West Coast / Argyll Send us all your gig dates for Glasgow and West Coast area Email them to Carol carol.musicnewsscotland@gmail.com 25 OCTOBER BROOKS WILLIAMS / First Charge of the Light Brigade; Brooks is ranked in the “Top 100 Acoustic Guitarists” and nominated “best male vocalist,” His music has been referred to as “Pan-Americana Roots'n’Blues, doused in Moonshine alt-Billy and delicious Dixie.” As anyone who caught his last show will testify he is a stunning performer, the proverbial triple threat, with fiery guitar playing, smooth-as-silk singing, and stunning songs. Supporting then that evening will be the First Charge of the Light Brigade who will be doing songs from their new CD. Woodend Bowling and Tennis Club, 30 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill, Glasgow.

BLACK RIVERS / Neon Waltz; King Tut's Wah Wah Hut 2010. 272a St Vincent Street, Glasgow.

Doors 8.30pm. Tickets £10.00

26 OCTOBER AYNSLEY LISTER BAND / G.T.BOOS BAND, The Caves, Cowgate, Edinburgh, Doors 7.15pm, RALLY & BROAD: Bigmouth Strikes Again, £12.50 Adv stbf.

With Rachel Amey, A New International, Kieran Hurley, Leyla Josephine and Declan 10 DECEMBER Welsh Stereo Cafe Bar 22-28 Renfield Ln, Glasgow, Doors 2.30pm Show 3.00-5.00pm.

PETUNIA with NATHAN GODFREY: At House Tickets £5. concert, Edinburgh. If ever there was a dream meant-to-be pairing it was when colourful Vipers www.rallyandbroad.wordpress.com frontman Petunia hooked up with renowned American old-time picker Nathan Godfrey.

Described by reviewers as “the real deal,” the pair mine for nuggets from the US roots music back catalogue and present them as wellburnished golden treasures. www.facebook.com/PetuniaTheVipers 11 DECEMBER

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bring along your dancing shoes. Leith Folk Club.

Victoria Park House Hotel, 221 Ferry Road, Edinburgh. Doors Open - 7.30pm. Tickets £9 which can be reserved using: http://leithfolkclub.com/tickets

CAROLINE GILMOUR: At Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh. Caroline grew up in Newtongrange, near Edinburgh and her inspirations were singer songwriters Alanis Morissette, Sheryl Crow and Eddi Reader. www.facebook.com/CarolineGilmourMusic 16 DECEMBER MIKE WHELLANS; The One Man Blues Band himself, Mike probably needs no introduction whatsoever. Still, if you haven't seen or heard him before, expect to be astounded as he sings and plays electric & acoustic Guitars, mouth harp, drums, percussion and, just because he can - mouth percussion! You might even want to

DECLAN WELSH /THE HUMMINGBIRDS, Village Inn, 1-3 Stuart Street, East Kilbride.

Tickets £7.50, Doors 7.30 THE STRUTS / Pariah Soul / Franklin; King Tut's Wah Wah Hut 2010. 272a St Vincent Street, Glasgow. Doors 8.30pm. Tickets £6.00 27 OCTOBER Music @ Royal Conservatoire of Scotland ..... AUTUMN WINDS; Reflecting the autumnal colours outside, discover the variety of colours the Woodwind Department can conjure in this eclectic programme. Ledger Recital Room, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow.

Time 1pm, Tickets £9.50 (£7.50) www.rcs.ac.uk MICHAEL SIMONS FOLK, blues and beyond with this fingerstyle rag guitarist. Tchai-Ovna House of Tea, 42 Otago Lane, Glasgow. Free.

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KYLA LA GRANGE / Cosmo / Eilidh Hadden; Kyla La Grange returns, and this time her music is brighter, bolder. There has been a shift towards a subtly emotional electronic popsmartness. Her forthcoming second album Cut Your Teeth, the follow-up to 2012’sAshes, represents an absorbing new direction for the singer-songwriter, with a sense of initiative, determination, and a wholly fresh musical approach. King Tut's Wah Wah Hut 2010. 272a St Vincent Street, Glasgow. Doors 8.30pm.

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8pm. Tickets £12.00 30 OCTOBER GREG TROOPER: At The Commodore Hotel, Helensburgh. Greg's latest album, Incident on Willow Street, reaffirmed his position as a singer-songwriter who would forever be in the premier league. Long ago described by Bob Harris as being in the "great, great" class, the album ended 2013 in the Top Twenty Five Albums of The Year list published by the Euro Americana Chart from returns sent in by regular contributors. www.facebook.com/GregTrooperMusic

WING & A PRAYER Blues based singer songwriters playing original material. Tchai-Ovna House of Tea, 42 Otago Lane, Glasgow. Free.

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VUKOVI: At Big Font Day Out @ O2 ABC, Glasgow (supporting The Lafontaines) www.facebook.com/vukoviband

Music @ Royal Conservatoire of Scotland ..... BIG GUITAR WEEKEND; Best of British, This year’s Big Guitar Weekend has a 28 OCTOBER Best of British theme, and this concert showcases two of the finest we’ve ever had.

ZOE MUTH & THE LOST HIGH ROLLERS: At Superstars Craig Ogden and Gary Ryan share Kilbarchan. Since relocating to Austin, Texas, THE MOUNTAIN FIREWORK COMPANY: At the stage for a spectacular double bill of guitar Zoe Muth & The Lost High Rollers have matured The Old Library, Kilbarchan. The Mountain greats. Big Guitar Weekend is back, with a to become one of the greatest country bands Firework Company kick-started 2014 in terrific celebration of the remarkable talent to be found currently working the US circuit and, with a form playing to a capacity 1000-strong crowd at around the United Kingdom. Featuring brand new album (their third) just released Glasgow’s Celtic Connections festival and superstars Craig Ogden, Gary Ryan, Xuefei Yang which many are saying is their best yet, they wowing fans in Edinburgh too, before being and our own Professor Allan Neave, plus a make a welcome return to these shores to keep confirmed as one of the main visiting acts for showcase of the next generation of talented UK fans happy. this year’s Shetland Folk Festival. With music Conservatoire students, this year’s edition also www.zoemuth.com industry showcases (by invitation) at the big includes the Thomas Wilson Competition, in a Folk Alliance International event in Kansas City search for exciting new repertoire for the guitar.

JOHN HINSHELWOOD: Three-piece with a and several other festival appearances still to be If you would like information about participating mixture of country and folk influences. Tchaiannounced, this will be a rare return by-popular on the BGW course, please contact the RCS Box Ovna House of Tea, 42 Otago Lane, Glasgow. demand north of the Border.

Office for details. Stevenson Hall, Royal Free. Time 8pm. www.facebook.com/theMFCo Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow. Time 1pm, Tickets £11 (£8.50) DAVE ALVIN & PHIL ALVIN WITH THE JEM Indian and Scottish style music on guitar, 0141 332 5057 / www.rcs.ac.uk GUILTY ONES; It took a near-death experience cello, soprano sax and vocals. Tchai-Ovna House to reunite Dave Alvin and Phil Alvin, the of Tea, 42 Otago Lane, Glasgow. Free. Time 8pm Music @ Royal Conservatoire of California brothers at the heart of "roots Scotland ..... MASTERCLASS WITH GARY heroes" (Rolling Stone) The Blasters. "Phil died Music @ Royal Conservatoire of RYAN; We throw the spotlight on the incredible and was brought back to life over in Spain," Scotland ..... NORTH EAST SCOTLAND talent found in our own Guitar department, Dave says of his brother's 2012 health scare.

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CARRIE RODRIQUEZ, Woodend Bowling and High Rollers have matured to become one of the http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suspiria Tennis Club, 30 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill, greatest country bands currently working the US Glasgow circuit and, with a brand new album (their third) 1 NOVEMBER just released which many are saying is their best GREG TROOPER: At Kilbarchan. Greg's latest StG Presents ….. THE FILTHY TONGUES with album, Incident on Willow Street, reaffirmed his yet, they make a welcome return to these shores to keep UK fans happy.

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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide …….. page 11: glasgow area / mid west / argyll coast PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET, Woodend Bowling and Tennis Club, 30 Chamberlain Road, Jordanhill, Glasgow 7 NOVEMBER BRENNEN LEIGH PLUS SUPPORT; You won't have heard of Brennen Leigh, but for the sake of a tenner, this is worth taking a chance on. She is a singer/songwriter and multi instrumentalist.

With fans such as David Olney and Jim Lauderdale, Brennen’s.

MARTIN JOSEPH: At The City Hall Recital Rooms, Candleriggs, Glasgow G1 1NQ. Martin Joseph is a performer like no other. He has been called “The Welsh Bruce Springsteen”.

Doors 8pm, Tickets £16.00 (+£1.00 booking fee) from 0141 3538000 www. glasgowconcerthalls.com www.facebook.com/martynjosephwales 8 NOVEMBER CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At Glasgow (venue tbc). Following Cam Penner and Jon Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, they return with a pocketful of great reviews and having ended 2013 featured at the top of many End Of The Year lists. Reviewing them for AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the performence never dipped below "magical." www.campenner.com THE OZRIC TENTACLES: At The Art School, Glasgow. From their inception at Stonehenge Festival in 1983 the Ozric Tentacles have been what can only be described as transformational, both for the listener and for the band themselves. Catch their European tour with sneaky peek tracks from their yet to be released Double Album, this years tour is looking to be one 'Out of this World' musical journey you will not want to miss. www.ozrics.com 11 NOVEMBER CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At The Old Library, Kilbarchan. Following Cam Penner and Jon Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, they return with a pocketful of great reviews and having ended 2013 featured at the top of many End Of The Year lists. Reviewing them for AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the performence never dipped below "magical." www.campenner.com 12 NOVEMBER

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ALAN R DAVISON and ZOË BESTEL At The Mash House, Hasties Close, 37 Guthrie Street, Edinburgh. EH1 1JG. 4pm - 9pm.

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Cryptic presents these delicate things – a multidisciplinary performance in two acts, inspired by AN EVENING WITH SAM BAKER / CARRIE the life of compelling photographer Francesca ELKIN & CHIP DOLAN; Texas-based Sam Woodman. Featuring Gavin Bryars’ String Baker is brilliant – just ask anyone who’s been Quartet No.2 and Dimitri Shostakovich’s rarely at any of his sell-out shows in Scotland of late. heard String Quartet No.15, performed by The Having played a glorious, headline date in the Astrid String Quartet. 8pm at CCA, Glasgow. capital in June this speedy return is most Tickets: £10 (£8). Box office: 0141 352 4900 welcome. Sam’s fourth album, the glorious “Say www.cca-glasgow.com Grace” has warmed and pleased his fans while www.facebook.com/glasgowcryptic his live performances continue to prove memorable and emotional. Having survived a FRAZEY FORD (The Be Good Tanyas) plus bomb blast in Peru, eight hours of life saving support. Frazey Ford, well known as one third surgery followed by a series of reconstructive of Canadian all-girl band, The Be Good Tanyas, operations, lasting hearing difficulties and There’s no doubt she can deal out soul and learning how to play left-handed because of the mountain-music style with and Scots-Irish lilts in injury to his right hand, Sam has a real personal clear-cut ways. Her live performances are story to tell – and it comes out in his heartfelt engaging and really in the ‘one to remember’ lyrics. An evening in his company is something category. Oran Mor, Byres Rd, Glasgow. Tickets to savour. Websters Theatre, 416 Great Western £15 from Tickets Scotland 0141 204 5151 Rd, Glasgow. Tickets £15 from Tickets Scotland 0141 204 5151 JON GOMM: At Airdrie Town Hall. Sensational guitarist/songwriter Jon Gomm was catapulted 13 NOVEMBER from cult status to international acclaim when Stephen Fry tweeted praise for his music. Using Cryptic presents ….. these delicate things: one acoustic guitar, he creates drum sounds, Directed and designed by Josh Armstrong. bass lines and twisting melodies with soulful Following Josh Armstrong’s highly-acclaimed vocals. Sell out CDs, world tours and Youtube performances of Little Match Girl Passion, videos watched by millions, are testament to

Jon's incredible talent. www.facebook.com/jongommofficial 14 NOVEMBER THE WIYOS: At Brookfield Village Hall. Now back to their acoustic roots and format - and what a show they put on as they keep their army of faithful fans happy as they savour the pure essence that got them fully hooked in the first place. The Wiyos have played Celtic Connections and Shetland Folk Festival and appeared at The Barbican Theatre in London with Seasick Steve www.thewiyos.com Twin City Records Showcase: At Pivo Pivo, Glasgow. Born and bred in North Edinburgh, The Indos are an alternative rock band who take influence from the mod, pop and heavier rock that emerged from British rock bands of the 1960's. Mixing a blend of heavy guitar driven tracks with more melodic songs the Indos have created a unique sound. www.facebook.com/TheIndos www.twincityrecords.com EUGENE RIPPER: At 13th Note, Glasgow.

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LORRAINE MCCAULEY & THE BORDERLANDS: At The Old Hairdressers, Glasgow. Singer songwriter, Lorraine McCauley is one of the most original voices among the new generation of folk and roots Cryptic presents ….. these delicate performers, delivering biting commentary on things: Directed and designed by Josh social and personal issues. With her band, Armstrong. Following Josh Armstrong’s The Borderlands, on accordion, cello, fiddle, highly-acclaimed performances of Little mandolin, glockenspiel, percussion, viola and Match Girl Passion, Cryptic presents these guitar, they will tour the UK in October with delicate things – a multi-disciplinary performance in two acts, inspired by the life their 4 star debut album 'Light in the Darkest Corners'. These talented newcomers have of compelling photographer Francesca been showcased by BBC Introducing, STV Woodman. Featuring Gavin Bryars’ String and Creative Scotland, gaining recognition Quartet No.2 and Dimitri Shostakovich’s rarely heard String Quartet No.15, performed for their unique musical twist of original folk, world, celtic, gypsy, pop songs

by The Astrid String Quartet. 8pm at CCA, Glasgow. Tickets: £10 (£8). Box office: 0141 www.lorrainemccauley.com 352 4900 www.cca-glasgow.com 23 NOVEMBER www.facebook.com/glasgowcryptic EWAN MCLENNAN: At The Glad Café, Pollokshaws Road, Shawlands, Glasgow G41 The Stripped Sessions presents ….. DAVE 2HG. 7.30pm £10/£8 Tel 0141 636 6119 ARCARI plus Support: At Websters Theatre, With two critically acclaimed albums and a BBC Radio 2 Horizon Award under his belt, as Glasgow. Tickets £9 from Ticket Scotland. well as the plaudits he received this year SLIDE guitarist & songwriter Dave Arcari’s after his TV appearance on the world famous alt.blues sounds owe as much to trash country, punk and rockabilly as they do pre- Transatlantic Sessions, his latest album and tour is much anticipated. war Delta blues and have been showcased www.thegladcafe.co.uk via eight internationally-acclaimed solo CD www.facebook.com/EwanMcLennanfolk releases. www.davearcari.com 28 NOVEMBER www.facebook.com/StgPromotions 15 NOVEMBER

HUE AND CRY: At Town Hall, Airdrie.

7.30pm. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Remote Hue and Cry will be taking to the road in November for the ‘Remote 2014 Scottish Tour’. Pat and Greg along with their full on 8 piece band will be revisiting the album from start to finish - track by track.

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Glasgow Print Studio presents ….. LOUISE RUTKOWSKI: Former This Mortal Coil vocalist Louise Rutkowski presents her first solo album, “Diary of a Lost Girl”, accompanied by co-writer/producer and pianist, IRVIN DUGUID. Glasgow Print Studio, Trongate 103, Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD Doors: 7.30pm for 8pm. Tickets £10 stbf Tickets Scotland: www.tickets-scotland. com or in person at Glasgow Print Studio.

“Diary of a Lost Girl” out now @ http:// smarturl.it/DOALG www.louiserutkowski.co.uk www.facebook.com/LouiseRutkowski 29 NOVEMBER Scottish Music Awards 2014 : The Scottish Music Awards are back on Saturday 29 November at Glasgow’s Old Fruitmarket.

Last year’s event raised over £145,000 for the charity Nordoff Robbins Scotland and awarded prestigious Tartan Clefs to Admiral Fallow, Camera Obscura, Twin Atlantic, Nina Nesbitt, Mogwai and Shirley Manson. To secure your place at the star studded ceremony, call 0141 572 7079 or email mhairijames@nrscot.org.uk www.nordoffrobbinsscotland.org.uk Indievous Presents ….. KILL CITY RADIO + FORTUNE OF SORROW + ROYAL RENEGADES + COMMERCIAL BREAK + A REASON FOR THIS: At Pivo Pivo, 15 Waterloo Street, Glasgow. 7.30pm, £5/£4 on door. www.facebook.com/indievous 5 DECEMBER BIG COUNTRY ‘Steeltown’ 30th Anniversary Tour: At Classic Grand, 18 Jamaica St, Glasgow 7pm, £25 www.classicgrand.com/gigs www.bigcountry.co.uk 9 DECEMBER PETUNIA with NATHAN GODFREY: At

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THE WINTER TRADITION: At St Andrews University Students Union (with Withered Hand, Washington Irving and Broken Records) www.facebook.com/thewintertradition

PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET: At Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline. South Africa-born Clouts brings his new quartet on a six-date Scottish tour beginning on November 1. Clouts continues to draw inspiration from South African music and from music from all around the world, including Cuba and South America, but something of his father, respected poet Sydney Clouts’ talent has emerged also in Clouts’ compositions that have been inspired by the Dorset landscape. www.facebook.com/philipcloutsquartet

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EDDI READER: With a career spanning over 3 decades, Eddi Reader has effortlessly developed into one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers. Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Perthshire. Her new EP ‘Back The Dogs’ being released in www.facebook.com/eddireader www.eddireader.com

THE TREACHEROUS ORCHESTRA: At Birnam Arts Centre. The Treacherous Orchestra story is one of many strands, a tale told spanning the length and breadth of Scotland. An un-definable collective force fusing people, concepts, styles and influences, shaping a musical supergroup that defies description. From the North to the South, East to the West they came, converging in the musical melting-pot of Glasgow, trading ideas over beers and playing music with ferocity, verve and passion. 8pm Tickets £15/£13/£5 Tel. 01350 727674 www.birnamarts.com www.treacherousorchestra.com

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StG Presents ….. IAN MCNABB & COLD SHOULDER plus support DANIEL WYLIE: At Barrowlands 2, Glasgow. Tickets £16 from Ticket 31 OCTOBER Scotland. www.facebook.com/StgPromotions GREG TROOPER: At Tiffany Café, Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline. Greg's latest album, Incident STANLEY ODD: At Garage, Glasgow. The band on Willow Street, reaffirmed his position as a are about to release new single, ‘Pastime’ and singer-songwriter who would forever be in the brand new album in November. premier league. Long ago described by Bob www.facebook.com/stanleyodd Harris as being in the "great, great" class, the album ended 2013 in the Top Twenty Five 14 DECEMBER Albums of The Year list published by the Euro Americana Chart from returns sent in by regular SEED: At Broadcast in Glasgow. If you need to contributors. refresh your ears have a listen to their www.facebook.com/GregTrooperMusic Shackland Session EP here.... https://soundcloud.com/seedband/sets/ THE MOUNTAIN FIREWORK COMPANY: At shacklandsessions Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline, Fife. The Mountain www.seedtheband.com Firework Company kick-started 2014 in terrific form playing to a capacity 1000-strong crowd at 24 JANUARY Glasgow’s Celtic Connections festival and wowing fans in Edinburgh too, before being THE TREACHEROUS ORCHESTRA: At Royal confirmed as one of the main visiting acts for Concert Hall, Glasgow. The Treacherous this year’s Shetland Folk Festival. With music Orchestra story is one of many strands, a tale industry showcases (by invitation) at the big told spanning the length and breadth of Folk Alliance International event in Kansas City Scotland. An un-definable collective force fusing and several other festival appearances still to be people, concepts, styles and influences, shaping announced, this will be a rare return by-popular a musical supergroup that defies description. demand north of the Border.

From the North to the South, East to the West www.facebook.com/theMFCo they came, converging in the musical meltingpot of Glasgow, trading ideas over beers and 1 NOVEMBER playing music with ferocity, verve and passion. www.celticconnections.com ZOE MUTH & THE LOST HIGH ROLLERS: At www.treacherousorchestra.com Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline. Since relocating to Austin, Texas, Zoe Muth & The Lost High Rollers have matured to become one of the greatest country bands currently working the US circuit and, with a brand new album (their third) just released which many are saying is their best yet, they make a welcome return to these shores to keep UK fans happy.

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PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET: At The Inn at Lathones, St Andrews. South Africa-born Clouts brings his new quartet on a six-date Scottish tour beginning on November 1. Clouts continues 24 OCTOBER - 2 NOVEMBER to draw inspiration from South African music DOUGIE MACLEAN (24 Oct-2 Nov) Perthshire and from music from all around the world, including Cuba and South America, but Amber Festival - The Dougie MacLean Festival; something of his father, respected poet Sydney Dougie MacLean is Scotland’s pre-eminent Clouts’ talent has emerged also in Clouts’ singer-songwriter: a national musical treasure compositions that have been inspired by the who has developed a unique blend of lyrical, Dorset landscape. roots-based songwriting and instrumental www.facebook.com/philipcloutsquartet composition. Internationally renowned for his song Caledonia, and for music for the film Last 6 NOVEMBER of the Mohicans, his live performances are

8 NOVEMBER MARTIN JOSEPH: At Backstage @ the Green Hotel, 2 Muirs, Kinross, Perthshire KY13 8AS. Tickets 01577 863467 or www.mundellmusic. com. Martin Joseph is a performer like no other.

He has been called “The Welsh Bruce Springsteen”. www.facebook.com/martynjosephwales 13 NOVEMBER CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At The Acoustic Music Club, Kirkcaldy. Following Cam Penner and Jon Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, they return with a pocketful of great reviews and having ended 2013 featured at the top of many End Of The Year lists.

Reviewing them for AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the performence never dipped below "magical." www.campenner.com 14 NOVEMBER HUE AND CRY: At Fat Sam’s, Dundee. 7.30pm.

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Remote Hue and Cry will be taking to the road in November for the ‘Remote 2014 Scottish Tour’.

Pat and Greg along with their full on 8 piece band will be revisiting the album from start to finish - track by track. Fans be treated to Hue and Cry hits and classics with support from special guests. www.ticketmaster.co.uk www.facebook.com/hueandcry ATOMIC BLONDIE; Based in the UK (S.Wales) an explosive tribute to Blondie! LIVE BAND! Celebrating 31 years of Blondie and their induction into the rock'n'roll hall of fame in 2006! No other female fronted band has ever beaten Blondie with their string of hits and success! The Green Hotel, 2 The Muirs, Kinross, Perthshire, Tickets £15 15 NOVEMBER THE WIYOS: At The Studio, Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline. Now back to their acoustic roots and format - and what a show they put on as they keep their army of faithful fans happy as they savour the pure essence that got them fully

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DAVE ARCARI: At Backstage @ The Green Hotel, Kinross. 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. www.davearcari.com SKERRYVORE are a multi-award winning folkrock band from Scotland. Rothes Halls, Rothes Square, Glenrothes.

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LORRAINE MCCAULEY & THE BORDERLANDS: At Beat Generator, Dundee.

Singer songwriter, Lorraine McCauley is one of 21 NOVEMBER the most original voices among the new generation of folk and roots performers, WINGIN’ IT on tour: At The Big Shed, delivering biting commentary on social and Tombreck, Lawers, Aberfeldy, Perthshire. personal issues. With her band, The Borderlands, 7.30pm £10 adv/£12 door. Tel 0750 864 5453. on accordion, cello, fiddle, mandolin, Wingin’ It are one of the most highly rated guitar glockenspiel, percussion, viola and guitar, they duo’s in the country who, in their live show, will tour the UK in October with their 4 star deliver a fiery, energy fuelled array of acoustic debut album 'Light in the Darkest Corners'. music styles. Weaving effortlessly between These talented newcomers have been showcased Bluegrass, Gypsy Jazz, Folk and Pop, their

by BBC Introducing, STV and Creative Scotland, performances are sure to capture the gaining recognition for their unique musical twist imagination. Having won a coveted “Danny Kyle” of original folk, world, celtic, gypsy, pop songs Award at Celtic Connections, the duo have gone www.lorrainemccauley.com on to dazzle audiences ever since www.winginitduo.com 11 DECEMBER www.bigshed.org.uk/wordpress PETUNIA with NATHAN GODFREY: At Acoustic 22 NOVEMBER Music Club, Kirkcaldy. If ever there was a dream meant-to-be pairing it was when colourful Vipers LORRAINE MCCAULEY & THE frontman Petunia hooked up with renowned BORDERLANDS: At The Elm House Concert, American old-time picker Nathan Godfrey.

Fife. Singer songwriter, Lorraine McCauley is one Described by reviewers as “the real deal,” the of the most original voices among the new pair mine for nuggets from the US roots music generation of folk and roots performers, back catalogue and present them as welldelivering biting commentary on social and burnished golden treasures. personal issues. With her band, The Borderlands, www.facebook.com/PetuniaTheVipers on accordion, cello, fiddle, mandolin, glockenspiel, percussion, viola and guitar, they will tour the UK in October with their 4 star debut album 'Light in the Darkest Corners'.

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Netsounds Unsigned & 2010 Events in association with Olive Grove Records presents ….. CALL TO MIND with THE CAIRN STRING QUARTET and DR. WOOK. Call To Mind are set to stage their biggest headline show to date playing at Eden Court Theatre in Inverness, not only that, but they’re also 24 NOVEMBER bringing the amazing Cairn String Quartet with them too. The all female quartet featured on EWAN MCLENNAN: At Glenfarg Village Folk Call To Mind’s debut album, ‘The Winter Is Club, Main Street, Glenfarg, Perthshire PH2 9NU. White‘, so it’s a safe bet that they’ll be 8pm £8/£5 Tel. 01577 830241. With two collaborating at this show. Completing the bill is critically acclaimed albums and a BBC Radio 2 lo-fi artist, Dr. Wook aka Kris Douglas, who Horizon Award under his belt, as well as the some of you might know from Invernesian outfit, plaudits he received this year after his TV The Whiskys. Tickets for the show are on appearance on the world famous Transatlantic available now from the Eden Court.

Sessions, his latest album and tour is much www.eden-court.co.uk/whats-on/shows/call-to-mind anticipated. www.glenfargfolkclub.com ALADAIR BEATSON, Elegant refinement is the www.facebook.com/EwanMcLennanfolk graceful focus of Scottish Ensemble’s collaboration with acclaimed Perth-born pianist 28 NOVEMBER

Aladair Beatson, who is the soloist in Mozart’s Piano Concerto No12 and joins artistic director and violinist Jonathan Morton in Haydn’s Double Concerto in F, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm. Tickets from tel 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com NEW PIPING/VOICE As part of the sound festival, New Piping/Voice with Erwan Keravec on bagpipes, soprano Donatienne Michel-Dansac and baritone Benat Achiary, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, at 6pm. Tickets from tel 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com FULGOR AL BIES As part of the sound festival, the quartet of sound artists from Argentina, Fulgor Al Bies, blend sounds of traditional instruments, extended techniques, audio processing and Buenos Aires soundscapes, in The Lemon Tree Studio (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm. Tickets from tel 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 26 OCTOBER SCOTT MATTHEWS Ivor Novello Award winning singer/songwriter, on an intimate solo tour. The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. Tickets from tel 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 28 OCTOBER JAMES YORKSTON Embarking on a tour in support of his eighth studio album, showcasing his new work. The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Tickets from tel 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com COURTEENERS English indie rock band Courteeners in the Music Hall, Union St, Aberdeen, doors at 7pm. Tickets from tel 01224 641122 or www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 30 OCTOBER CAMILLE O’SULLIVAN A singer famed for her amazing live performances and who performed her own six-week run in London’s West End. The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com or tel 01224 641122 1 NOVEMBER Live @ Captain Toms: Web music show streamed live from Captain Tom’s studios in Aberdeen @ www.kpx.tv https://twitter.com/LiveAtCaptToms www.facebook.com/LiveAtCaptainToms PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET: At Auchenblae Village Hall, Aberdeenshire. South Africa-born Clouts brings his new quartet on a six-date Scottish tour beginning on November 1. Clouts continues to draw inspiration from South African music and from music from all around the world, including Cuba and South America, but something of his father, respected poet Sydney Clouts’ talent has emerged also in Clouts’ compositions that have been inspired by the Dorset landscape. www.facebook.com/philipcloutsquartet 4 NOVEMBER

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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide …….. page 18: aberdeen / north east + highlands PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET: At Aberdeen Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. South Africa-born Clouts brings his new quartet on a six-date Scottish tour beginning on November 1. Clouts continues to draw inspiration from South African music and from music from all around the world, including Cuba and South America, but something of his father, respected poet Sydney Clouts’ talent has emerged also in Clouts’ compositions that have been inspired by the Dorset landscape. www.facebook.com/philipcloutsquartet 11 NOVEMBER THE WIYOS: At The Tin Hut, Gartly, by Huntly.

Now back to their acoustic roots and format and what a show they put on as they keep their army of faithful fans happy as they savour the pure essence that got them fully hooked in the first place. The Wiyos have played Celtic Connections and Shetland Folk Festival and appeared at The Barbican Theatre in London with Seasick Steve www.thewiyos.com HUE AND CRY: At Lemon Tree, Aberdeen.

7.30pm. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Remote Hue and Cry will be taking to the road in November for the ‘Remote 2014 Scottish Tour’.

Pat and Greg along with their full on 8 piece band will be revisiting the album from start to finish - track by track. Fans be treated to Hue and Cry hits and classics with support from special guests. www.ticketmaster.co.uk www.facebook.com/hueandcry

market will see some of Scotland’s best PETUNIA with NATHAN GODFREY: At independent record labels gather to sell their Glenbuchat Hall, Aberdeenshire. If ever

wares, all under one roof. From Glasgow’s Chemikal Underground and Olive Grove, through Edinburgh’s Song, by Toad and Eigg’s Lost Map, to the best of the North East such as Fat Hippy and Tuff Wax, the market will provide a unique opportunity to buy some fantastic music, directly from the people who run the labels. The event will also feature DJ sets, a bar for refreshments, and a few surprises. www.facebook.com/AberdeenLabelMarket

there was a dream meant-to-be pairing it was when colourful Vipers frontman Petunia hooked up with renowned American old-time picker Nathan Godfrey. Described by reviewers as “the real deal,” the pair mine for nuggets from the US roots music back catalogue and present them as wellburnished golden treasures. www.facebook.com/PetuniaTheVipers

CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen. Following Cam Penner and Jon Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, they return with a pocketful of great reviews and having ended 2013 featured at the top of many End Of The Year lists. Reviewing them for AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the performence never dipped below "magical." www.campenner.com

BIG COUNTRY ‘Steeltown’ 30th Anniversary Tour: At Montrose,Town Hall Melville Gardens, Montrose. 7pm £20 + £1.85 Fee

STANLEY ODD: At Aberdeen Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. The band are about to release new single, ‘Pastime’ and brand new album in November. www.facebook.com/stanleyodd

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CALL TO MIND with CAIRN STRING QUARTET and DR. WOOK: At Eden Court, PETUNIA with NATHAN GODFREY: At Inverness. The Glasgow based band play their 14 NOVEMBER Montrose Folk Club. If ever there was a biggest headline show to date in their Highland dream meant-to-be pairing it was when homeland of Inverness. The Inverness date at CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At Woodend colourful Vipers frontman Petunia hooked up Eden Court Theatre is sure to be a highlight for Barn, Banchory. Following Cam Penner and Jon the band who were recently playlisted on BBC Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, with renowned American old-time picker Radio 1 in the wake of critical acclaim for their they return with a pocketful of great reviews and Nathan Godfrey. Described by reviewers as debut album, ‘The Winter Is White’. The album having ended 2013 featured at the top of many “the real deal,” the pair mine for nuggets released via successful Scottish DIY label Olive from the US roots music back catalogue and End Of The Year lists. Reviewing them for Grove Records draws influence from musical AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the performance present them as well-burnished golden heroes such as Sigur Rós, The National and Kate never dipped below "magical." treasures.

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Independent record label market: At Tickets are on sale priced £8 (in advance) and Live @ Captain Toms: Web music show Aberdeen’s Lemon Tree, 11.30am to 4.30pm, streamed live from Captain Tom’s studios in are available in person from Eden Court Box free entry. 57° North and the Scottish Music Office or on line at Eden Court.

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MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide …….. page 20: highlands / islands + shetland / orkney + ayrshire / dumfriesshire ZOE MUTH & THE LOST HIGH ROLLERS: At Eden Court Theatre, Inverness. Since relocating to Austin, Texas, Zoe Muth & The Lost High Rollers have matured to become one of the greatest country bands currently working the US circuit and, with a brand new album (their third) just released which many are saying is their best yet, they make a welcome return to these shores to keep UK fans happy. www.zoemuth.com 1 NOVEMBER SHAKA: At Y-Not Bar & Grill, Meadow Lane, Thurso, Caithness, KW14 8ER. Free entry & wheelchair accessible. 9.30pm - 1am. Made up of 2 snowboard instructors, the duo boast a full Audio-Visual show with live percussion!

Effortlessly fusing elements of funk, soul, hiphop, party breaks, disco and drum & bass with custom visuals through Serato Video, Shaka create a party-rocking live show. www.facebook.com/YNOTTHURSO 2 NOVEMBER ESPERI: At Y-Not Bar & Grill, Meadow Lane, Thurso, Caithness, KW14 8ER. Free entry & wheelchair accessible. 6-8pm. Esperi is Scottish multi-instrumentalist Chris James Marr. His music ranges from acoustic storytelling to colourful electronica looping and combining different sounds with his acoustic guitar. He uses a host of instruments from the conventional to the unusual including his signature rainbowcoloured bells, toys, tools, samples (including his son Callums heartbeat which features in the song Somersaults which was released on the day he was born). www.facebook.com/YNOTTHURSO

Treacherous Orchestra story is one of many strands, a tale told spanning the length and breadth of Scotland. An un-definable collective force fusing people, concepts, styles and influences, shaping a musical supergroup that defies description. From the North to the South, East to the West they came, converging in the musical melting-pot of Glasgow, trading ideas over beers and playing music with ferocity, verve and passion. 7.30pm Tickets £16/£14 Tel. 01309 691170 www.findhorn.org/universal-hall/ www.treacherousorchestra.com

THE TREACHEROUS ORCHESTRA: At The Ironworks, Inverness. The Treacherous Orchestra story is one of many strands, a tale told spanning the length and breadth of Scotland. An un-definable collective force fusing people, concepts, styles and influences, shaping a musical supergroup that defies description.

From the North to the South, East to the West they came, converging in the musical meltingpot of Glasgow, trading ideas over beers and playing music with ferocity, verve and passion.

7.30pm Tickets £12 Tel. 0871 7894173. www.ironworksvenue.com www.treacherousorchestra.com MARTIN JOSEPH: At One Touch @ Eden Court Theatre, Bishops Road, Inverness, IV3 5SA. Tickets 01463 234234 or www.eden-court.co.uk Martin Joseph is a performer like no other. He has been called “The Welsh Bruce Springsteen”. www.facebook.com/martynjosephwales Watercolour House Concert presents …..

BRUCE MOLSKY: At Watercolour Music, Ardgour, Lochaber PH33 7AH, 3pm. Advance booking advised on 01855-841320, e: mak@watercolourmusic.co.uk Entry by £10.00 Donation, under 16's free. In this, Watercolour’s only ‘House Concert’ this winter, Bruce Molsky, a native of the Bronx with his musical heart in the Appalachian Mountains, will be showcasing his unique brand of fiddle and guitar playing. www.watercolourmusic.com 10 NOVEMBER THE TREACHEROUS ORCHESTRA: At Universal Hall, Findhorn, nr Forres. The

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ADAM HOLMES and the EMBERS with ELLA THE BIRD aka Siobhan Wilson : At Mareel Centre, Lerwick, Shetland Islands 7.30pm, £16/ £12. The 23-year-old Edinburgh-born singer/ songwriter is one of the brightest rising stars on 13 NOVEMBER the Scottish folk scene, with influences from either side of the Atlantic mixing traditional and THE WIYOS: At Eden Court, Inverness. Now contemporary folk with his own brand of back to their acoustic roots and format - and what a show they put on as they keep their army Americana. www.adamholmesandtheembers.com of faithful fans happy as they savour the pure essence that got them fully hooked in the first place. The Wiyos have played Celtic Connections 13 DECEMBER and Shetland Folk Festival and appeared at The Transclyde Music presents ….. BLUE SWAMP Barbican Theatre in London with Seasick Steve BAND: At Craigmore Bowling Club. Transclyde www.thewiyos.com Music promote live music on the Isle of Bute.

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28 NOVEMBER https://twitter.com/transclydemusic http://transclydemusic.co.uk/ STANLEY ODD: At Ironworks, Inverness. The band are about to release new single, ‘Pastime’ and brand new album in November. www.facebook.com/stanleyodd

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Transclyde Music presents ….. STEVE JAMES : At Craigmore Bowling Club. Transclyde Music promote live music on the Isle of Bute.

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UPSHOT, Eagle Tavern,3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. Time 9pm. Tickets Free.

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SHOOT THE CRAW, The Alton Inn, 57 Byres Rd, Kilwinning. Time 9pm. Free admission.

THE WIYOS: At An Lanntair, Stornoway. Now back to their acoustic roots and format - and what a show they put on as they keep their army of faithful fans happy as they savour the pure essence that got them fully hooked in the first place. The Wiyos have played Celtic Connections and Shetland Folk Festival and appeared at The Barbican Theatre in London with Seasick Steve www.thewiyos.com

FREE SPEECH AND THE COFFINS; The Bellfield Tavern, 11 Welbeck St, Kilmarnock.

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30 OCTOBER LIVE AT THE EAGLE hosted by Tambo & The Spitfires with guest bands & musicians. All types of music welcome. All gear supplied. Eagle Tavern, 3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. Time 9.15pm.

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Transclyde Music presents ….. SARAH MCQUAID : At St. Paul’s Hall. Sarah will also tutor a DADGAD guitar workshop on the Sunday.

Transclyde Music promote live music on the Isle of Bute. Tickets from Musicker 01700 502287. https://twitter.com/transclydemusic http://transclydemusic.co.uk/

A NIGHT OF ARCHAIC RESONANCE, with ROMAN NOSE / CRASH CLUB plus support.; Halloween Event. We are hosting a unique music event featuring Roman Nose (Glasgow) and Crash Club (Kilwinning). The event will also feature interactive entertainment such as fire breathing, face painting and up and coming DJ’s from the local area. Tickets £15. Dalduff Farm.

Crosshill. Maybole. Ayr. For more info contact Ailsa at Ailsa.ent@gmail.com

10 DECEMBER ADAM HOLMES and the EMBERS with ELLA THE BIRD aka Siobhan Wilson : At Carnegie Hall, Sandwick, Shetland Islands 7.30pm, £12/

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These acts showcased at goNORTH 2014 Adopted As Holograph : Algernon Doll : Angus Munro : Atom Tree : Baby Strange : Beecake : Black Cub : Broken Records : Bronagh & The Boys : Charlotte Brimner : Copper Lungs : Cryptic Keys : Culann : Dante : Deathcats : Delta Mainline : Dorec-A-Belle : Dr Wook : Eleanor Nicolson : F**K Art Let’s Dance (Germany) : Fat-Suit : Felix Champion : Foreignfox : Forest Fires : Friends In America : Garden Of Elks : Griefjoy (France) : Halfrican : Hector Bizerk : Hold Fast (Norway) : Indian Red Lopez : Le Vasco (France) : Lionel : Machines In Heaven : Miaoux Miaoux : Michael Cassidy : Miss Irenie Rose : Model Aeroplanes : Neon Waltz : Our Future Glory : Pale Honey (Sweden) : Pinact : Poor Things : Prehistoric Friends : Roman Nose : R51 : Scary People : Schnarff Schnarff : Shaped : Silver Coast : Siobhan Wilson : Teen Canteen : The Broken Ravens : The Hazey Janes : The Moon Kids : The Yawns : The Youth And Young : United Fruit : Vasa : Vladimir : Wecamefromwolves

goNORTH @ Belladrum These acts appeared on the goNORTH Stage @ Belladrum Hector Bizerk : Model Aeroplanes : Our Future Glory : Neon Waltz : Tijuana Bibles : Broken Ravens : Ella the Bird (Siobhan Wilson) : Foreignfox : Poor Things : Hunter & The Bear : Garden of Elks : Campfires in Winter : Cryptic Keys : Jipsy Magic : Dagny : Ollie Forrest : Last of the Privateers : Eleanor Nicolson : Whispery Club : Silver Coast : Holy Esque : SHAPED : Searching For Donkeys : An Cùrsa Ciùil (UHI) : Na Balaich (UHI)

goNORTH Stage @ Wickerman These acts appeared on the goNORTH Stage @ Wickerman Broken Records : Ella The Bird (Siobhan Wilson) : Roman Nose : United Fruit : Teen Canteen : Prehistoric Friends : Wecamefromwolves : The Moon Kids : Scary People : Schnarff Schnarff : Pale Honey : Dante : Copper Lungs : Our Future Glory : Halfrican : Angus Munro : Vladimir : Adopted as Holograph : Felix Champion : Culann www.facebook.com/gonorthinverness https://twitter.com/goNORTHFEST www.gonorthfestival.co.uk

MUSIC NEWS Scotland GIGguide …….. page 22: ayrshire + dumfriesshire / scottish borders + just over ZOE MUTH & THE LOST HIGH ROLLERS: At The CatStrand, New Galloway. Since relocating to Austin, Texas, Zoe Muth & The Lost High Rollers have matured to become one of the greatest country bands currently working the US circuit and, with a brand new album (their third) just released which many are saying is their best yet, they make a welcome return to these shores to keep UK fans happy. www.zoemuth.com 6 NOVEMBER

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PETUNIA with NATHAN GODFREY: At Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine. If ever there was a dream meant-to-be pairing it was when colourful Vipers frontman Petunia hooked up with renowned American old-time picker Nathan Godfrey.

Described by reviewers as “the real deal,” the pair mine for nuggets from the US roots music back catalogue and present them as wellburnished golden treasures. www.facebook.com/PetuniaTheVipers

LIVE AT THE EAGLE hosted by Tambo & The Spitfires with guest bands & musicians. All types of music welcome. All gear supplied. Eagle Tavern,3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. Time 9.15pm.

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16 NOVEMBER CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine. Following Cam Penner and Jon Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, they return with a pocketful of great reviews and having ended 2013 featured at the top of many End Of The Year lists. Reviewing them for AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the performence never dipped below "magical." www.campenner.com THE WIYOS: At The Grapes, Stranraer. Now back to their acoustic roots and format - and what a show they put on as they keep their army of faithful fans happy as they savour the pure essence that got them fully hooked in the first place. The Wiyos have played Celtic Connections and Shetland Folk Festival and appeared at The Barbican Theatre in London with Seasick Steve www.thewiyos.com

St Boswells Live! presents TARRAS plus HANNAH SCOTT: The northern folk-rock machine that is TARRAS. Playing as a 5-piece, Tarras are unsung heroes of the resurgence of folk music in the 1990s. As old as time and as modern as the hour, the music of Tarras is impossible to pigeonhole. Supporting Tarras is Ipswich-based singer-songwriter Hannah Scott.

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www.facebook.com/TheMusicGalleryUk 1 NOVEMBER GREG TROOPER: At The Border Club, Hawick.

Greg's latest album, Incident on Willow Street, reaffirmed his position as a singer-songwriter who would forever be in the premier league.

Long ago described by Bob Harris as being in the "great, great" class, the album ended 2013 in the Top Twenty Five Albums of The Year list published by the Euro Americana Chart from returns sent in by regular contributors. www.facebook.com/GregTrooperMusic 7 NOVEMBER CAM PENNER AND JON WOOD: At The Border Club, Hawick. Following Cam Penner and Jon Wood's triumphant visit to these shores in 2013, they return with a pocketful of great reviews and having ended 2013 featured at the top of many End Of The Year lists. Reviewing them for AmericanaUK, Mike Ritchie said the performence never dipped below "magical." www.campenner.com 8 NOVEMBER AC/DC UK: Europe’s No. 1 tribute act for ac/dc and have all the trimmings including the famous cannons. A massive night for rock fans in the borders. Volunteer Hall. Galashiels. Time 7.30pm. Tickets £10. from the Golden Lion Pub, Galashiels or from www.borderevents.com 16 NOVEMBER

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MATT WOOSEY: At Stobo Village Hall, Stobo, Peebles EH45 8NX show 7.30pm £12/£10 conc.

Tel. 01721 740620 / 07809 480283 e: jenny.haywood@gmail.com The acoustic blues/folk artist is touring his new album ‘Wildest Dreams’ which is released on 3 November. www.facebook.com/WooseyBlues

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Kazmiranda ‘Music’ Café in Berwick presents ..... THE COAL PORTERS with LIVE AT THE EAGLE hosted by Tambo & The Spitfires with guest bands & musicians. All types ANTIC HAY supporting: A very special Halloween evening is being planned with The of music welcome. All gear supplied. Eagle Tavern,3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. Time 9.15pm. Coal Porters. Check them out on youtube, they are incredible and promise a night to remember.

For further information contact Bill 07967 An all string band, guitar, mandolin, violin, 503027 double bass, and banjo. Antic Hay - Keith, Barny and Karen are the local hoe-down hero's to get 27 NOVEMBER things warmed up. This is going to be a must, its Halloween so get your fancy dress outfit dusted LIVE AT THE EAGLE hosted by Tambo & The Spitfires with guest bands & musicians. All types down and win a new blood red acoustic freshman guitar worth £149 for the best dressed of music welcome. All gear supplied. Eagle Tavern,3-5 The Cross, Prestwick. Time 9.15pm. Halloween Hoe-down Hippy, cant wait to see some of you dressed down with a bit of crazy For further information contact Bill 07967 haunting hill-billy hell-raising going on!! (strictly 503027

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WINGIN’ IT on tour: At Eastgate Arts Centre, Eastgate, Peebles, Tel 01721 725777. Wingin’ It are one of the most highly rated guitar duo’s in the country who, in their live show, deliver a fiery, energy fuelled array of acoustic music styles. Weaving effortlessly between Bluegrass, Gypsy Jazz, Folk and Pop, their performances are sure to capture the imagination. Having won a coveted “Danny Kyle” Award at Celtic Connections, the duo have gone on to dazzle audiences ever since www.winginitduo.com www.eastgatearts.com 6 DECEMBER St Boswells Live! presents A Christmas Jazz Show starring THE ALEX YELLOWLEES BAND, also featuring the EARLSTON HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ BAND and more… If you like jazz, then you’ll love this evening – a perfect night to get you in the swing, and feeling all seasonal.

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OCTOBER Glasgay!

Glasgow 20 October - 15 November In a year that the world came to Glasgow to celebrate the Commonwealth Games and the Year of Homecoming we bring you the 21st edition of Glasgay!.

This year we explore social, historical and contemporary taboos. With the legal protection of the Equality Act (2010) and the arrival of the Equal Marriage Act 2013 as significant landmarks in our lives, we might ask is every aspect of LGBTQI peoples lives visible, accepted or understood. For our multiple tribes, pursuits and interests the LGBTQI community have much to do in aiding wider social acceptance. www.glasgay.co.uk

Biggar Little Festival Biggar 16-26 October

Skye Swing Jazz Festival Skye 30 October - 2 November FOTS Records and Seall present an amazing 4 days of spectacular music, nostalgia, fun and dancing. Take a step back in time to the golden era of The Big Band, of glitter balls and dance halls, jitterbug and jive, The Home Guard and the Home Front." www.seall.co.uk/skye-swing-jazz-festival/ for tickets and info. www.facebook.com/skyeswingjazzfestival

Aberfeldy Festival Aberfeldy 31 October - 1 November

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A family-friendly festival in the historic market town of Biggar celebrating music, dance, arts and crafts, literature, and drama. Biggar will be filled with an eclectic programme of workshops, exhibitions, children's events, performances, a craft and food fair, and festival clubs. Take your Kinross-shire's Winter Festival pick from more than 50 events spread across 10 Kinross-shire days in October. Many events are free! So start November-December planning your visit to the Biggar Little Festival now!

Kinross-shire Winter Festival celebrates all local events happening during November and Decemwww.biggar-little-festival.com ber. Kinross-shire Local Events Organisation (KLEO) has announced that Eddi Reader will perform at the Kinross-shire's Winter FestiSound val on Saturday 22 November. For updates, tickNorth East Scotland ets and more information please visit the festival 23 October - 10 November website .....

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Perthshire Amber The Dougie MacLean Festival Perthshire 24 October - 2 November This is the 10th year of our festival and promises once again to be full of wonderful concerts featuring the finest of Scotland's musical talent as well as some international guests. Our venues are as special as ever … ranging from the prestigious Perth Concert Hall to town halls and tiny village halls, from atmospheric castles to our historic Dunkeld Cathedral and even including an iron age Crannog on Loch Tay…25 venues in all in 2014! www.perthshireamber.com

Fiddle 2014 Edinburgh 21-23 November The Scots Fiddle Festival seeks to sustain and promote Scottish fiddle tradition and idioms, by providing a platform for performance, education, and participation. A weekend of concerts, recitals, workshops, talks and exhibitions is held on an annual basis highlighting regional Scottish fiddle styles and intercultural connections. Originally started in 1996, Fiddle 2014 continues to be run by the Scots Fiddle Festival Ltd, whose aim is to promote and sustain traditional fiddle music so that it can hold its place in the culture of Scotland and the world.

Aberfeldy Festival is back and this year’s line-up www.scotsfiddlefestival.com is going to be bigger and better than ever! With the latest and greatest contemporary alternative music, alongside poetry, art, street entertainment and fireworks, it’s certainly going to be a great weekend. www.aberfeldyfestival.co.uk

sound is driven by the passion to make new music more accessible to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. It embraces a network of local organisations to produce a varied programme of events exploring new music. The festival brings together a large range of different genres of music to appeal to a wide variety of tastes and encourage people to discover new sounds and widen their musical horizons.

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2015 JANUARY Celtic Connections Glasgow 15 January - 1 February Celtic Connections 2015 comprises a wealth of concerts, ceilidhs, talks, workshops, free events and late night sessions taking place over 18 days across various venues in Glasgow. www.celticconnections.com

Big Burns Supper Dumfries 23-31 January

Big Burns Supper is Dumfries’ newest multidisciplinary festival of contemporary performing Carrying Stream Festival arts, providing an annual platform for the most Edinburgh innovative music, theatre, visual arts, dance, 5-12 November live art, film, cabaret and children’s events. The festival will take place from the 23rd until the The 13th annual autumn music festival by The Edinburgh Folk Club who meet every Wednesday 31st January 2014. Go to http://2014. bigburnssupper.com/ to find out more about the at 8pm in the Pleasance Cabaret Bar - www. festival. World's Biggest Night Burns Celebraedinburghfolkclub.co.uk tion. www.carryingstreamfestival.co.uk/csf14.htm

Denholm Folk Music Festival Denholm 7-9 November Folk fused with rock and country gives the 11th Denholm Folk Music Festival an added twist. This folk fusion festival in the Scottish countryside is a relative newcomer, slowly building a reputation in the local area. It's a small and cozy affair not far across the Scottish border which has always managed to attract quality headline acts to compliment the workshops and open mic sessions. Free sessions all weekend in the Auld Cross Keys, The Fox and Hounds and Denholm Meet. Sessions, licensed bar and meals available all weekend in the Festival Club, Lesser Hall.

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APRIL Edinburgh International Harp Festival Edinburgh 10-15 April 2015 The Clarsach Society & Edinburgh International Harp Festival is an annual celebration and gathering of musical talents. Find out more about us at www.clarsachsociety.co.uk The Clarsach Society (Comunn na Clarsaich) encourages interest in the instrument, especially amongst young players, who enjoy its adaptability to solo work,

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Brew at the Bog is BrewDog and Bogbain Farm’s gift to the world: a festival full of new music and new beer. BrewDog are the leaders of the craft 35th Shetland Folk Festival beer revolution and they are about breaking Shetland rules, taking risks, upsetting trends, unsettling 30 April -3 May institutions but first and foremost, great tasting beers. As one newspaper put it, BrewDog is the The Festival as the UK's most northerly folk fes- new black. Bogbain Farm is based just outside tival is regarded a prestigious event for perform- Inverness and was crowned the “Best Unusual ers, locals and visitors alike. Organised by a vol- Venue” at the 2012 Scottish Event Awards. Brew untary committee (and run by an even bigger at the Bog is just the latest in festivals Bogbain pool of volunteers) the Festival prides itself in is hosting and the fabulous surroundings of this reaching out to even the most far flung areas of old farm will ensure Brew at the Bog 2015 will go Shetland. Concerts are organised throughout the down in history. isles, consisting of some of the best International, British and Shetland music that the world www.brewatthebog.com has to offer. In fact, visiting artistes are regularly dumbfounded by the quantity and quality of local musicians that our remote isles have to of- Dumfries & Galloway fer.

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Isle of Bute Jazz Festival

Orkney 21-24 May Here we are folks – Orkney Folk Festival number 33! 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. www.orkneyfolkfestival.com

Styrathyre Music Festival Styrathyre 24-25 May Styrathyre Music Festival can boast of being the largest Community based Music Festival in Scotland with over 250 individual Musicians taking part and despite challenging weather had over 1600 attending. Next years Festival is already confirmed for 29-31st May 2015.

Our 9-day festival has taken place since 1979.

The founding aim was to bring international perIsle of Bute www.balvaig.co.uk formers of the highest quality to a region con1-4 May 2015 taining many scattered rural communities since then this region has produced some of its own The 28th Isle of Bute Jazz Festival has grown talent of international standing and we’re proud spectacularly from its small beginnings to beto also be able to present these artistes from come one of Britain's most popular jazz weekends. Top-class UK and international names fea- time to time. We offer a wide range of events: ture in a programme of traditional jazz music in music – including classical, jazz and folk, dance,

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