Scottish singer Josie Duncan has released a new single titled “The Wee Hours,” created for the short film Faithful by Silly Wee Films. The track,…
Howl About That: Josie Duncan Channels the Cù-Sìth in New Single
Tag: Scottish music
Cape Breton Calling: Dàimh Wears a “Còta Mòr”
In the summer of 2024, Scottish folk group Dàimh traveled to Cape Breton to perform at KitchenFest. Between shows, they recorded the track “Còta Mòr”…
Sian Return with Second Album ‘Araon’ and New Single ‘Seo a’ Bhliadhna’
Gaelic vocal trio Sian have announced their second album, Araon, accompanied by the release of its lead single, “Seo a’ Bhliadhna.” Rooted in the musical…
Dàna’s New Single Makes Mischief with “Scallywags”
Glasgow-based all-female Celtic music group Dàna introduces their latest single, “Scallywags,” a spirited two-part set that showcases both original composition and traditional influence. The track…
Celebrating Island-Based Artists: Orkney Folk Festival Unveils 2025 Lineup
The Orkney Folk Festival has announced its full lineup for 2025, featuring 60 acts from across the globe. Scheduled to take place from May 22…
Gypsy Songs and Legends
Folk music has always followed people on the move, and this was particularly the case with the Scots Irish, many of whom left the British…
Guitar Master and Songwriter Jenn Butterworth Releases “Little Sparrow” Single
“Little Sparrow” is the second single from Jenn Butterworth’s forthcoming album, Her By Design. Renowned as one of the leading figures in traditional folk guitar,…
Portraits: Simon Thoumire and Dave Milligan’s Musical Tribute to Connection and Memory
Simon Thoumire and Dave Milligan – Portraits (2023) Portraits, the third collaborative album by Simon Thoumire and Dave Milligan, is a heartfelt collection of original…
Scotland’s Finest Shine at MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards 2024
(headline image: Skipinnish perform at Trad Awards 2024, Inverness) The 2024 MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards, Scotland’s premier celebration of traditional music, honored outstanding…
Celtic Connections 2025 Expands with Over 40 New Shows Highlighting Nature, Culture, and Creativity
(headline image: The Mystery of the Bulgarian Voices) The 2025 Celtic Connections festival, presented by Glasgow Life in partnership with Innis & Gunn, has unveiled…