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19 SEPTEMBER

Togaidh Sinn Fonn: 8pm on BBC ALBA. A selection of Scotland’s best musicians and singers. www.bbcalba.co.uk Reed Music: 8.30pm on BBC ALBA. How the pipes are being used alongside other instruments and in bands. www.bbcalba.co.uk Seirm: 9pm on BBC ALBA. Mary Ann Kennedy presents music from the 2015 Celtic Connections music festival. www.bbcalba.co.uk HOZIER: 11pm on BBC ALBA. Hozier reflects on his career since the success of his first release ‘Take Me To The Church’. www.bbcalba.co.uk Feis na Mara: 11.50pm on BBC ALBA. Featuring KATHLEEN MACINNES, DONALD MACDONALD & THE ISLANDS and MANRAN. www.bbcalba.co.uk 20 SEPTEMBER

Cuirm @ Celtic: 8.30pm on BBC ALBA. The Great Gathering. All star bands from The Old Fruitmarket. www.bbcalba.co.uk Seirm: 11pm on BBC ALBA. Mary Ann Kennedy presents music from the 2015 Celtic Connections music festival. www.bbcalba.co.uk 21 SEPTEMBER

Cuirm @ Celtic: 8.30pm on BBC ALBA. LE VENT DU NORD – mouth music, Quebecois-style with special guests. www.bbcalba.co.uk Perthshire Amber: 11.35pm on BBC ALBA. JARLATH HENDERSON & ROSS AINSLIE BAND and songs from DOUGIE MACLEAN. www.bbcalba.co.uk 22 SEPTEMBER

Ceol Country: 9pm on BBC ALBA. Highlights from the 2015 Northern Nashville Caithness Country Music Festival. www.bbcalba.co.uk Cuirm @ Celtic: 11pm on BBC ALBA. LE VENT DU NORD – mouth music, Quebecois-style with special guests. www.bbcalba.co.uk 23 SEPTEMBER

Perthshire Amber: 10.35pm on BBC ALBA. Karen Mathiesonb duets with DOUGIE MACLEAN. www.bbcalba.co.uk

25 SEPTEMBER HOZIER: 9.50pm on BBC ALBA. Hozier reflects on his career since the success of his first release ‘Take Me To The Church’.

www.bbcalba.co.uk Belladrum: 10.40pm on BBC ALBA. Unseen festival highlights from KITTY, DAISY AND LEWIS. www.bbcalba.co.uk 26 SEPTEMBER

Ceol Aig A Chaisteal: 8pm on BBC ALBA. Music and song from Tulloch Castle. www.bbcalba.co.uk Seirm: 9pm on BBC ALBA. Mary Ann Kennedy presents music from the 2015 Celtic Connections music festival. www.bbcalba.co.uk Electric Burma: 12pm on BBC ALBA. A musical celebration of Burma’s Nobel Peace Prize recipient Aung San Suu Kyi. www.bbcalba.co.uk ------------------------------------------------------------

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Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. ALISON AFFLECK and DAVID MACGREGOR: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. A Night in Dedication to Ella Fitzgerald & Joe Pass. 8pm, £10. Go back in time with the winner of ‘Jazz Vocalist of the year’ at the ‘2013 Scottish Jazz Awards’, Alison Affleck, and the leading exponent of World Jazz guitar David MacGregor with a fun yet sophisticated night of music. David and Alison are getting together to perform various songs from the Fitzgerald and Pass discography as well as David performing some solo jazz guitar pieces of which Joe Pass was an innovator. Throughout the 70s and 80s, Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass recorded six albums still recognised today as some of the finest examples of voice accompanied by guitar duets. www.soundhouse.org.uk 23 SEPTEMBER

Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. JOANNA GRUESOME + THE SPOOK SCHOOL: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. £10. Get ready to go totally nuts for Joanna Gruesome who will be playing tracks from their new album Peanut Butter, amongst other songs. The band all originally met on a wine tasting

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holiday. Their terrific debut album Weird Sister took the world by storm when it was released in September 2013, going on to win the Welsh Music Prize. At radio their singles have scored a remarkable four out of four on the BBC 6Music playlist and the band have played sessions for both Lauren Laverne on 6Music and for Huw Stephens on Radio One. Support comes from the up and coming The Spook School. www.summerhall.co.uk 25 SEPTEMBER

The Fallen Angel’s Club presents ….. An Evening With STEVE FORBERT: At The Pleasance Theatre, Edinburgh, Tickets £16.50 from Tickets Scotland 0131 220 3234. Nashville-based singer-songwriter Steve Forbert returns to Scotland for a double-header visit to Glasgow (23rd) and Edinburgh (25th). His current album, A Safe Past Tense is a collection of studio demos from his 2012 release, Over With You and also includes live tracks from a March 2014 show. “He’s a crowd pleaser and a great artiste so it’s a real bonus to be able to welcome him back, not just for one show, but two,” - Kevin Morris of The Fallen Angels Club. www.fallenangelsclub.com 26 SEPTEMBER

ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM: At The Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh. Once again Aly and Phil take to the road, delighting audiences across Scotland until 26 September. They have become a national institution with their incomparable mastery of fiddle and accordion, bringing excellence in traditional music to venues across the country. Individually they pursue other

ventures but when they tour together they truly shine with almost three decades of well-honed skills and hilarious banter delighting audiences everywhere. www.philandaly.com 28 SEPTEMBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. CORN POTATO STRING BAND: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. Returning to Edinburgh is one of our favourite Old Time combos, The Corn Potato String Band. The Corn Potatoes are a trio of multi-talented multi-instrumentalists Aaron Jonah Lewis, Lindsay McCaw and Ben Belcher (seen here recently with The Hot Seats). In addition to being champion fiddlers they play banjo, guitar, bass and mandolin and deftly handle many different antiquated styles including ballads, “ho-downs,” country “rags” and southern gospel, specialising in twin fiddling and double banjo tunes. www.soundhouse.org.uk 29 SEPTEMBER

International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE: At Grassmarket Centre, Edinburgh 07968 131737. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon

5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.soundhouse.org.uk 2 OCTOBER

Soulsville presents Rhythm Machine: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. £5. Soulsville presents new club night Rhythm Machine at Summerhall. A night centered around the evolution of African drum beats in an electronic age. Playing Tom Tom Heavy Electronic Funk, Synth-laden Nigerian Boogie & Mind-Bending New Wave Disco, DJ's Francis Dosoo, Andy Danet & Cameron Mason hope to conjure up the vivid experimental energy of a block party in Downtown New York in the 1980's. www.summerhall.co.uk 3 OCTOBER

MEADOWS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: At Inverleith St Serf's Church, Ferry Road, Edinburgh. EH5 3NP. 7.45pm. £11/£9/£5/£1. Steve King conductor. Ralph Vaughan Williams Symphony No. 5 in D major, Findlay Spence Perpetuum Mobile (Premiere), Jean Sibelius Symphony No. 5 in Eb major Op82. Tickets at

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Pathhead Music Collective presents ….. Jazz Brunch: At Stair Arms Hotel, Pathhead. http://pathheadmusiccollective.org.uk/ Braw Gigs & Nothing Ever Happens Here present… LAU NAU + F. AMPISM + TISSØ LAKE: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. £10. Laura Naukkarinen, aka Lau Nau who is one of the more interesting names in the Finnish music scene – a singer-songwriter, producer and film music composer. Her songs are imbued with a cinematic breadth of vision and her idiosyncratic, finely honed soundworld builds on fragile, spectral otherness. With support from F. Ampism, the solo experimental and audio-visual project of Paul Wilson, also of Brighton’s freejazz weirdo collective Bolide. There is also support from Tissø Lake (aka. Ian Humberstone) who falls neatly into a close knit circle of Edinburgh musicians and songwriters that have been meticulously honing their craft for a number of years, having collaborated and performed with the likes of Rob St. John and Eagleowl and is also the co-founder of the excellent Folklore Tapes. www.summerhall.co.uk 5 OCTOBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. CHRIS WOOD: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. Singer-songwriter Chris Wood started out as a choirboy and much of his music bears the influence of those years spent with the likes of Bach, Handel, Gibbons and Boyce: he describes the album Handmade Life as “church music with drums.” www.soundhouse.org.uk 6 OCTOBER

Mellow Promotions presents CHARLOTTE ERIKSSON with support by DANIEL SCOTT and ROSS ARTHUR: At Voodoo Rooms Speakeasy in Edinburgh. Charlotte Eriksson, is a young heartfelt singer-songwriter originally from Sweden, also known as The Glass Child by her fans. “My first official show in my favourite city in all the world! It will be an amazing evening of music, hang, stories and good vibes. I'll play both old songs and completely new ones that no one has ever heard before. You can get your

hands on my signed books and CDs, and we can take weird pictures together and talk about coffee” - Charlotte Eriksson. Tickets @ www.ticketweb.co.uk/event/185671 www.facebook.com/theGlassChild 9 OCTOBER

Musselburgh Riding of the Marches ‘Battle of the Bands’: Grand Final at Venue 1, The Brunton, Musselburgh. 7pm-10pm, doors 6pm. Tickets £5 or both heats + final for £10 – call Brunton Box Office on 0131 665 2240. www.rom2016.co.uk/events.html The Pleasance Sessions ….. Vic Galloway presents MAN OF MOON / JONNIE COMMON / PAWS: The Pleasance Sessions 2015 builds on last year’s success with a refined line-up spanning 3 nights from the 9 to 11 October. The Sessions continue to champion unique collaborations, bringing together musicians, promoters and publications from around the country for something very special. At The Pleasance, 60 The Pleasance, Edinburgh. Tickets at www.dustymoose.co.uk from 21st August. www.facebook.com/thedustymoose 10 OCTOBER

ROY'S IRON DNA: At The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh. Roy's Iron DNA (a musical collective and live band from the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh) will release the world's first augmented reality album. The album, entitled ‘Exposure’, will be released as a tabloid style newspaper with each page scannable with a smart-phone/tablet app enabling the reader to play an individually commissioned video for a track from the album. 10,000 copies of the newspaper will be distributed to 250+ outlets across the length and breadth of Scotland and will be entirely free of charge ensuring an estimated 100,000 readership! www.roysirondna.co.uk www.facebook.com/roysirondna The Pleasance Sessions ….. OUTBLINKER/ BDY_PRTS / RM HUBBERT: The Pleasance Sessions 2015 builds on last year’s success with a refined line-up spanning 3 nights from the 9 to 11 October. The Sessions continue to champion unique collaborations, bringing together musicians, promoters and publications from around the country for something very special. At The Pleasance, 60 The Pleasance, Edinburgh. Tickets at www.dustymoose.co.uk from 21st August.

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The Pleasance Sessions ….. BLUE ROSE CODE, with very special guests WITHERED HAND / YUSUF AZAK / JENNY LINDSAY and SADIE HASLER: The Pleasance Sessions 2015 builds on last year’s success with a refined line-up spanning 3 nights from the 9 to 11 October. The Sessions continue to champion unique collaborations, bringing together musicians, promoters and publications from around the country for something very special. At The Pleasance, 60 The Pleasance, Edinburgh. Tickets at www.dustymoose.co.uk from 21st August www.facebook.com/thedustymoose 12 OCTOBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. ERIC TAYLOR: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. We’re delighted to welcome Eric Taylor back to Edinburgh. He is a sage musician, a lyrical genius and a master of the guitar. If you’re familiar with the intricate Texas singer/ songwriter jigsaw puzzle, you probably already know a lot about Taylor. If you’re not familiar with Taylor by name, you’ve probably heard his songs performed by people such as Nanci Griffith and Lyle Lovett. He has created a multitude of fans and devotees that are legends themselves in the singer/songwriter realm, artists who have long considered Taylor to be a teacher and a lantern bearer whose time is long overdue. www.soundhouse.org.uk 16 OCTOBER

‘Live at Canalside’ presents ….. LORNA REID QUARTET: At Canalside, Meggetland Wynd, Edinburgh. Toe tapping jazz and blues from Lorna and her band. Songs you’ll love from Ella to Frank plus originals. Tickets from the bar, or call 07557 680995 or Email: [email protected] to reserve. Tickets available on the night. £10 (includes glass of fizz) Doors 7.30pm www.canalsidevenue.co.uk

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CARA DILLON with special guests KATHRYN ROBERT & SEAN LAKEMAN: At Queens Hall, Edinburgh. Show 7.30pm Tickets £18 Tel. 0131 668 2019. Being possessed of one of the world’s most beautiful voices, Irish folksinger Cara Dillon performs songs from her latest, critically acclaimed album ‘A Thousand Hearts’ alongside a selection of favourites. Her extraordinary ability to simultaneously seduce both traditional folk purists and a more mainstream audience has seen her rise to the very top of her genre where, in addition to her countless fans, she continues to be celebrated by some of the biggest names in music www.cardillon.co.uk www.thequeenshall.net 19 OCTOBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. THE BEVVY SISTERS: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. Hold on to your husbands, they’re back! Long term Soundhouse favourites, The Bevvy Sisters are making their debut at our regular Traverse Bar slot. Mondays will never be the same again. For the uninitiated The Bevvy Sisters are a four-piece vocal explosion backed by one-man orchestra David Donnelly on guitar. The trio of female voices (David also sings, in case you were wondering) – Heather Macleod, Gina Rae and Cera Impala – have an uncanny musical empathy and alchemy that’s always been The Bevvy Sisters’ trademark. www.soundhouse.org.uk 22 OCTOBER

DAVE ARCARI with LEFT LANE CRUISER: 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. At Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh. www.davearcari.com Nothing Ever Happens Here present… SON LUX + BARBAROSSA + OLGA BELL: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. £11. Founded by producer-composer Ryan Lott in 2007, and with recent band additions of guitarist-composer Rafiq Bhatia and drummer Ian Chang, Son Lux is now a ferocious trio both live and on record. Their brand new record ‘Bones’ was released June 22nd on Glassnote. Bones is the first album documenting this new formation, and it draws from the three members’ unique and omnivorous musical vernaculars. www.summerhall.co.uk

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DAVE ARCARI: 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. At Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh. www.davearcari.com Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. THE PHILIP CLOUTS QUARTET: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. The Philip Clouts Quartet is bringing the dancing exuberance of South African Township music, the convivial groove of gospel-influenced soul jazz, the joyful sway of Cuban guaguanco rhythms, the bluesy melodies of middle eastern praise songs and so much more to The Traverse Bar this October. www.soundhouse.org.uk 27 OCTOBER

Nothing Ever Happens Here and Braw Gigs present… ACID MOTHERS TEMPLE & THE MELTING PARAISO U.F.O. + NACKT INSECTEN: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. £12. Japan’s Acid Mothers Temple & The Melting Paraiso U.F.O. were formed in 1996 and play progressive jams in the vein of psychedelic freaks such as Magma, Gong, Ash Ra Tempel, Flower Travellin’ Band, Guru Guru and Pink Floyd at their wildest. Expect a fully psyched out experience from this legendary Japanese collective, unlike anything you’ll see this year! With support from Nackt Insecten , the solo ritualistic drone project from Glasgow underground legend Ruaraidh Sanachan, also of Moon Unit, Bad Aura, Pyramidion and countless other psychedelic noise projects of the west’s vibrant weirdo scene. This will be his first solo show in what seems like years now, Nackt Insecten places audiences into a hypnotic trance of synth, tape crackle and hum – as heard on his 2011 opus and masterpiece ‘Reality Bridge’ on Blackest Rainbow. Get down early! www.summerhall.co.uk 28 OCTOBER

Nothing Ever Happens Here presents ….. EAST INDIA YOUTH + PIXX: At Summerhall, Edinburgh. £12. Mercury Prize nominee East India Youth aka William Doyle who first performed live as East India Youth in November 2012 .Over the next two years his achievements seemed as effortlessly gained as they were well-deserved. He released the ‘Hostel’ EP via the

Quietus Phonographic Corporation in March 2013 and then his critically acclaimed albums ‘Total Strife Forever’ on Stolen Recordings in January 2014, which would go on to be nominated for the Mercury Prize and ‘Culture Of Volume’. He will be supported by Pixx ,the nom de guerre of 19 year-old Hannah Rodgers, a young songwriter from Chipstead and alumni of The BRIT School. Her music is inspired by the likes of Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Aphex Twin and her recording debut, Fall In was released by 4AD on 28th August. www.summerhall.co.uk 30 OCTOBER

NEON WALTZ: At Kraft Ale Ascent, Leith Theatre, Edinburgh. Hailing from the deepest, darkest most northerly point of the UK, Neon Waltz recently released a collection of six demos and live recordings from the last year, including Sombre Fayre and Bare Wood Aisles, as the First Light EP via Atlantic Records. This summer saw them taking in a slew of festivals including Latitude Festival and Reading & Leeds. www.neonwaltz.com 2 NOVEMBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. KOSMOS: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. Twice winners of ’Selected Artists’ for Making Music Concert Promoters Network, Kosmos is re-defining the relationship between classical and world music. Described by Richard Morrison of The Times, as having: ’telepathic rapport, dazzling virtuosity, serious scholarship, intellectual curiosity and impeccable musicianship’, the group is united by a shared passion for improvisation, music from around the globe as well as the rigours of classical training. www.soundhouse.org.uk 7 NOVEMBER

THE EDINBURGH LIGHT ORCHESTRA: At Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh. 7.30pm. Join us on our Journey Into Melody for a tuneful evening of gems from stage, screen, British light music and other favourites, including hits from Guys and Dolls, The Sound of Music, State Fair, and 42nd Street; film music with the Miss Marple Theme and Moon River from ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’. A special tribute to composer Ernest Tomlinson and popular works by Eric Coates, Trevor Duncan and Louise Denny. Plus a selection of well-loved songs. Tickets: £11.50; £10.00; £8.00. Tickets: £11.50; £10.00; £8.00 @

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Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. APRIL VERCH: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. Fiddler, singer, and stepdancer April Verch knows how relevant an old tune can be. She grew up surrounded by living, breathing roots music—her father’s country band rehearsing in the “Newpart,” the beloved Verch family room; the lively music at church and at community dances; the tunes she rocked out to win fiddle competitions—and decided early she wanted to be a professional musician. www.soundhouse.org.uk 13 NOVEMBER

‘Live at Canalside’ presents ….. MARTY WAUGH QUARTET: At Canalside, Meggetland Wynd, Edinburgh. Cool jazz from The Great American Song Book. Performed by a top trio and one of the finest voices in the business. Tickets from the bar, or call 07557 680995 or Email: [email protected] to reserve. Tickets available on the night. £10 (includes glass of fizz) Doors 7.30pm www.canalsidevenue.co.uk 14 NOVEMBER

Pathhead Music Collective presents ….. DEAN OWENS AND THE WHISKY HEARTS BAND: At Village Hall, Pathhead – featuring Pathhead’s own Amy Geddes.

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Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. TIM KLIPHUIS TRIO: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. We’re delighted that award-winning Dutch violinist Tim Kliphuis and his two fabulous Scottish compadres – Nigel Clark on guitar and Roy Percy on bass – are returning to The Traverse Bar. The Trio played our first ever Monday-night at The Traverse gig and set the standard for all the amazing acts who have followed. www.soundhouse.org.uk 30 NOVEMBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. THE WIYOS: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. When Seasick Steve described The Wiyos as a band that would surprise, it was a right-on-the-money observation. Back then (2009) the stage performance was stuffed with surprises both on the content and visuals front. The Wiyos have continued to develop a richly-ornamented original character that has matured to breath-taking effect. Each time they return to bring their stylish razzmatazz to the UK and remind us the meaning of goodtime, their audience just gets bigger and bigger. www.soundhouse.org.uk 7 DECEMBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. THE JOHN LANGAN BAND: At The Traverse

Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. It’s an up-on-your-feet night when The John Langan Band hit The Traverse Bar for the first time. A dynamic three piece offering a unique sound emerging from Celtic, Gypsy Swing, Roma and Flamenco, they deliver high energy, unhinged, and musically extravagant grooves. www.soundhouse.org.uk 14 DECEMBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. THE ROAMIN’ JASMINE: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. Forged out of the lively street music scene in the French Quarter of New Orleans, the members of the Roamin’ Jasmine found one another busking under the swampy Louisiana sun, along the banks of the Mississippi, or after hours in storefronts on Royal, Frenchmen and Decatur Streets. www.soundhouse.org.uk 21 DECEMBER

Soundhouse at The Traverse presents ….. BEVVY SISTERS: At The Traverse Bar, Edinburgh. 8pm, £10. You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout I’m telling you why … those Bevvy Sisters are getting their Bad Boys backing band out to play, and there’s going to be trouble. Well that didn’t scan too well, but you know what I mean. Bringing out the bigger band for the occasion, they love to hook up with those wayward Bad Boys – Andy Thorburn on keys, Willy Molleson on drums and Tom Pickles on sax – it’s a big sound and it’s going to be a riot. What better way to see in

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RURA - Despite the Dark tour: At The Hug And Pint Glasgow. One of this year’s most in-demand and critically acclaimed Scottish folk acts, RURA are on a 13-date UK tour. Having released their second album, ‘Despite the Dark’, to unanimous critical acclaim in April, the Glasgow and Edinburgh based five-piece has garnered widespread praise and a wide-reaching following. www.RURA.co.uk www.thehugandpint.com MARIA KHEYFETS: At The Webster Theatre, Glasgow. Maria Kheyfets is a singer/songwriter and pianist in whose eclectic compositions jazzy soundscapes of New Orleans mix with mystical romanticism of Pre-Raphaelite paintings to capture the heart of romance. Maria was born in Russia and spent most of her life living in vibrant, culturally rich cities like Austin TX, Edinburgh and London, her current home. She has an EP set for release later this year. www.mariakheyfets.com

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ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM: At Paisley Town Hall, Paisley. Once again Aly and Phil take to the road, delighting audiences across Scotland until 26 September. They have become a national institution with their incomparable mastery of fiddle and accordion, bringing excellence in traditional music to venues across the country. Individually they pursue other ventures but when they tour together they truly shine with almost three decades of well-honed skills and hilarious banter delighting audiences everywhere. www.philandaly.com 22 SEPTEMBER

BETTY & THE BOY: At The Performing Arts Centre, Kilbarchan. Betty & The Boy suddenly captured everyone’s imagination in the USA after winning the “Best Band” category in the State of Oregon. They have been making an impact over here as well, with their last record grabbing the attention of many reviewers and radio presenters. www.brookfield-knights.com/up-coming-tours.html 23 SEPTEMBER

The Fallen Angel’s Club presents ….. An Evening With STEVE FORBERT: At St Andrew’s In The Square, Glasgow, Tickets £16.50 from Tickets Scotland 0141 204 5151. Nashville-based singer-songwriter Steve Forbert returns to Scotland for a double-header visit to Glasgow (23rd) and Edinburgh (25th). His current

album, A Safe Past Tense is a collection of studio demos from his 2012 release, Over With You and also includes live tracks from a March 2014 show. “He’s a crowd pleaser and a great artiste so it’s a real bonus to be able to welcome him back, not just for one show, but two,” - Kevin Morris of The Fallen Angels Club. www.fallenangelsclub.com 25 SEPTEMBER

The Stripped Sessions presents ….. BRIAN NASH (Ex- FGTH) with special guests MATT SCOTT & SUMMER SKYE: At Audio Glasgow. Doors 19:30 - £10. Over 18's. Tickets at www.stgpromotions.bigcartel.com HUE AND CRY ‘SEPTEMBER SONGS WEEKEND’: Hue and Cry are delighted to announce that they will be performing two special shows at the o2 ABC, Glasgow on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 September. As a live addition to the Friday evening ‘stripped’ performance - Pat and Greg Kane will be joined on stage by a string quartet to perform renditions of a selection of Hue and Cry classics and a few surprises. This is a Hue and Cry first and is not to be missed. On the Saturday night the brothers will be kept company by their full-on band who will deliver as ever, a spectacular evening of live music, which will include Hue and Cry hits, exclusive new, never heard before tracks and much more. Fans will be able to buy individual tickets for both the Friday and Saturday gigs and an option to purchase the Platinum Pass Package with tickets to both shows, a commemorative souvenir brochure, a

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ANTON & THE COLTS: At Butterfly & Pig, Glasgow. The Anton & The Colts sound draws on numerous influences: the pristine vocal harmonies of country and bluegrass, raucous bluesy guitars, the tight swinging rhythms of classic soul and funk with Anton’s sweet smokey growl completing the mix. "An ideal accompaniment to strong drink... like Robbie Robertson & Rick Danko having a jam session in the company of Mr Jack Daniel"... Bluesbunny www.facebook.com/antonandthecolts Indievous Presents ….. DRIVE IN CINEMA + MONO WAVE + FOURTH DECADE + SUMMIT + CHRISTOPH ZAC GRAY: At The Record Factory, 17 Byers Road, Glasgow. 7.30pm, Door £5/£4 (students) www.facebook.com/indievous HUE AND CRY ‘SEPTEMBER SONGS WEEKEND’: Hue and Cry are delighted to announce that they will be performing two special shows at the o2 ABC, Glasgow on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 September. As a live addition to the Friday evening ‘stripped’ performance - Pat and Greg Kane will be joined on stage by a string quartet to perform renditions of a selection of Hue and Cry classics and a few surprises. This is a Hue and Cry first and is not to be missed. On the Saturday night the brothers will be kept company by their full-on band who will deliver as ever, a spectacular evening of live music, which will include Hue and Cry hits, exclusive new, never heard before tracks and much more. Fans will be able to buy individual tickets for both the Friday and Saturday gigs and an option to purchase the Platinum Pass Package with tickets to both shows, a commemorative souvenir brochure, a laminated pass, full coloured signed and numbered poster. Tickets @ www.ticketmaster.co.uk www.hueandcry.co.uk 27 SEPTEMBER

Club Noir Film Night: At Grosvenor Cinema, Ashton Lane, Glasgow. Double Bill. The Seven Year Itch and Sunset Boulevard. 3.30-8 p.m. Two Hollywood classics. Burlesque acts inspired by the films. Buffet. £20 www.facebook.com/events/1466566533653871/ www.clubnoir.co.uk 30 SEPTEMBER

International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE: At Cottier Theatre, Glasgow 0141-357 3868. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar

wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.pmmusic.co.uk 2 OCTOBER

BELLA AND THE BEAR: At CCA Glasgow. Premiere of Bella and the Bear's new short film and EP - plus a pretty special live performance from this SAMAs 2015 nominated 'Best Newcomer' band! Tickets from www.seetickets.com www.facebook.com/bellandthebear 3 OCTOBER

Balmaha’s Braw Weekend with DAVE ARCARI, HAVE MERCY LAS VEGAS, MICK HARGAN and THE ZIPS: At Balmaha – a new food, drink and music festival in the East Loch Lomond village. www.facebook.com/BalmahasBrawWeekend ANTON & THE COLTS: At Four Isles Bar, Airdrie. The Anton & The Colts sound draws on numerous influences: the pristine vocal harmonies of country and bluegrass, raucous bluesy guitars, the tight swinging rhythms of classic soul and funk with Anton’s sweet smokey growl completing the mix. "An ideal accompaniment to strong drink... like Robbie Robertson & Rick Danko having a jam session in the company of Mr Jack Daniel"... Bluesbunny www.facebook.com/antonandthecolts BITERS: At Glasgow Stereo. Hotly tipped, rock n' roll rabble rousers, BITERS have announced their debut UK tour including Glasgow in support of the 7 August release of 'Electric Blood', their debut album for Earache Records. www.facebook.com/BITERS DECLAN WELSH: At Tenement Trail TV Multi-Venue Festival in Glasgow. Declan Welsh is a 22 year old singer songwriter telling stories about being young in Glasgow. His songs range from an ode to having a sub par night out to a call to arms against the fascists in our midst and everything in between; the only common thread being catchy tunes and relatable, witty observations on everyday life. www.declanwelsh.com www.tenementtv.com/tenement-trail 6 OCTOBER

DAVE ARCARI: 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. At Cathouse, Glasgow. www.davearcari.com 8 OCTOBER

Scottish Alternative Music Awards (SAMAs): At Garage, Glasgow. The 2015 award ceremony with live performaces from Holy Esque and Crash Club plus special performances from previous winners. Tickets from eventbrite. List of nominees @ .... www.officialsama.co.uk 10 OCTOBER

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with ….. DANNY SCHMIDT and BETTY SOO: 3.30pm. At The Glad Café, 1006A Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow, G41 2HG. 0141 636 6119. Tickets 0141 204 5151 (Tickets Scotland). Tickets £12, doors 3.30pm, 4pm start. Excellent singer/songwriter and no stranger to the Glasgow Americana, Danny Schmidt makes a welcome return with support from Betty Soo from Texas. www.glasgowamericana.com LEDD ZEPP: At Oran Mor, Glasgow. Back By Popular Demand, Ledd Zepp brings you a brand new show. Recreating the hits from the Celebration Day Concert (the Best Of). Hear all these great Led Zeppelin hits that include: Good Times Bad Times, Ramble On, Black Dog, In My Time Of Dying, plus iconic tunes like Stairway to Heaven, Kashmir – Too many to mention! Come and have a great night and hear the best tunes played by this stunning and authentic show touring theatres today! www.facebook.com/pages/Ledd-Zepp/730639227005478 Americana Saturday @ The Glad Café with ….. LEWIS AND LEIGH and CURTIS MCMURTRY: 8.30pm. At The Glad Café, 1006A Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow, G41 2HG. 0141 636 6119. Tickets 0141 204 5151 (Tickets Scotland). Tickets £12, doors 8pm, 8.30pm start. In demand country-tinged duo, Lewis and Leigh will make their keenly-anticipated debut at Glasgow Americana. Al Lewis is from Wales while his musical partner Alva Leigh hails from Mississippi – are creating a unique blend of Celtic folk and American, or “Celticana” as they dub it. A first-time visitor, Curtis McMurtry – the 24-year-old son of the famous, James – will fill the support slot. Curtis recently brought out his first album, Respectable Enemy, immediately winning generous praise for a remarkably assured and focused release for someone his age. www.glasgowamericana.com 16 OCTOBER

WILLY PORTER: At The Wee Gig, Abington Village Hall. South Lanarkshire. 7.30pm. Willy Porter releases his new album HUMAN KINDNESS featuring the talents of artists such as Martin Barre, Natalia Zuckerman, Carmen Nickerson, and Peter Mulvey and sets Porter’s blistering guitar work against a big studio sound on a stunning book of songs that explore themes about connection, compassion, and the human journey. Tickets £10 adv. @ www.wegottickets.com/event/331326 www.theweegig.co.uk www.facebook.com/willyportermusic 18 OCTOBER

BELLA HARDY: At The Hug and Pint, Glasgow. Show 7.30pm Tickets £10 Tel. 0141 331 1901. Touring with her new With The Dawn Band, Bella is joined by regular stage companion Anna Massie (Blazin' Fiddles), the album's producer Ben Seal (Urban Farm Hand), Tim Lane (The Hidden Orchestra) and Tom Gibbs, in a powerful and evocative collaboration of voice and fiddle, banjo and guitar, piano and keys, electronics and drums. These are songs written on the road, full of that sense of displacement, longing and contemplation that all itinerant musicians know. Tickets at www.musicglue.com/bellahardy www.bellahardy.com www.thehugandpint.com 23 OCTOBER

ANTON & THE COLTS: At Yesterday’s, Airdrie. The Anton & The Colts sound draws on numerous influences: the pristine vocal harmonies of country and bluegrass, raucous bluesy guitars, the tight swinging rhythms of classic soul and funk with Anton’s sweet smokey growl completing the mix. "An ideal accompaniment to strong drink... like Robbie Robertson & Rick Danko having a jam session in the company of Mr Jack Daniel"... Bluesbunny www.facebook.com/antonandthecolts CHANTEL MCGREGOR: At Nice N Sleazy, Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. Advance tickets £13.00+bf on 01472 349 222. 7.30pm. The great news for rock fans, live music lovers and aspiring musicians in and around Glasgow, is that Chantel McGregor will be playing with her band on the seventeenth date of her 29 day Lose Control Tour! Chantel returns with a vengeance with ten new songs that not only salutes contemporary rock, but shows her gradual transition from conventional Blues to a harder, bigger and bolder rock sound with progressive influences. www.chantelmcgregor.com 30 OCTOBER

SCOTT MACDONALD and special guest DAVY COWAN: At The State Bar, Holland Street, Glasgow. The launch of Scott’s new album ‘Angels Around Us’. Scott is a one-man band who plays acoustic guitar, harmonica, tambourine, stomp box and the odd mouth trumpet! He recorded an album titled “Soul City’ with Martin Stephenson of The Daintees and has just completed and released this album ‘Angels Around Us’ recorded by Frankie Gibbon of ‘Lindisfarne’ and Alan Hull fame. www.scott-macdonald.co.uk ANTON & THE COLTS: At Butterfly & Pig, Glasgow. The Anton & The Colts sound draws on

numerous influences: the pristine vocal harmonies of country and bluegrass, raucous bluesy guitars, the tight swinging rhythms of classic soul and funk with Anton’s sweet smokey growl completing the mix. "An ideal accompaniment to strong drink... like Robbie Robertson & Rick Danko having a jam session in the company of Mr Jack Daniel"... Bluesbunny www.facebook.com/antonandthecolts The Stripped Sessions presents ….. LOU HICKEY with very special guest FIACH MORIARTY plus support: At Audio Glasgow. Doors 19:30 - £7. Over 18's. Tickets at www.stgpromotions.bigcartel.com 31 OCTOBER

SKERRYVORE with special guest SHARON SHANNON: At Lanark Memorial Hall, St Leonard St, Lanark, ML11 7AB. Doors 19:30. Tickets £18.00 from 01555 667999. When Skerryvore first formed in 2005, little did they know they’d be in a position to celebrate a decade together in 2015! Tiree-born brothers Daniel Gillespie (accordion) and Martin Gillespie (bagpipes, whistles & accordion), Fraser West (drums & vocals) and Alec Dalglish (lead vocals & guitar) brought a mix of musical styles and sounds together for the band's 2005 debut album, 'West Coast Life.’ The more the fledgling band experimented with fusing together their mix of musical styles, the more the band and their signature sound evolved, expanding to their current 7 piece lineup, including Craig Espie (fiddles), Alan Scobie (keyboards) and Jodie Bremaneson (bass.) www.skerryvore.com www.sllcboxoffice.co.uk 6 NOVEMBER

ANTON & THE COLTS: At The Glad Cafe, Glasgow. The Anton & The Colts sound draws on numerous influences: the pristine vocal harmonies of country and bluegrass, raucous bluesy guitars, the tight swinging rhythms of classic soul and funk with Anton’s sweet smokey growl completing the mix. "An ideal accompaniment to strong drink... like Robbie Robertson & Rick Danko having a jam session in the company of Mr Jack Daniel"... Bluesbunny www.facebook.com/antonandthecolts 8 NOVEMBER

DAVID RODDIE (album launch): At Trades Hall, Glasgow. A contemporary folk artist from Glasgow whose debut album ‘Boy No More’ will be released on the 9th November. Boy No More is an autobiographical album based around being raised in the east end of Glasgow. Every

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DEAN OWENS with the Whisky Hearts Band – Into The Sea tour: At Glad Café, Glasgow. Velvet-voiced Dean Owens is one of Scotland’s most acclaimed and established singer songwriters, with fans including Bob Harris, Irvine Welsh and Russell Brand. Dean’s music has been described as Celtic Americana with a rocky pop edge, and draws as much from his Scottish roots, especially his home town of Leith (referenced and loved by the Proclaimers) as from his US heroes. The emotional honesty in his songs shines through as he sings about people and places, love and regrets, drawing favourable comparisons with the likes of Springsteen. A gritty yet lyrical Scottish sensibility, delivered with a searingly soulful voice. www.deanowens.com 18 NOVEMBER

STEPHEN DALE PETIT: At ABC, Glasgow. Stephen Dale Petit’s musical journey began young. Given a Gibson SG Special at the age of 12, he soon focused on blues music. 2015 sees the highly-anticipated digital re-release of “Live at High Voltage”, plus new material and live shows later in the year. Stephen Dale Petit’s blues-odyssey continues and, as Mick Taylor assures, ‘the future of the blues is in good hands with Stephen’. www.o2abcglasgow.co.uk www.stephendalepetit.com 19 NOVEMBER

RAB NOAKES (album launch): At Glasgow Cottier’s. Rab Noakes is a force to be reckoned with in the world of music in Scotland and beyond. Rab is hard to pin down in terms of influences. He is an accomplished songwriter whose songs reflect his lifelong interest in the popular song, in folk song and in songwriting. Alongside his acclaimed performance skills as applied to his own compositions his celebrated interpretations feature songs from sources as diverse as Elizabeth Cotten to Beck Hansen. He’s on tour promoting his new album ‘I’m walkin’ here’, it’s a double CD made up of a rich mixture of his own songs plus some interesting interpretations. www.rabnoakes.com www.seetickets.com 20 NOVEMBER

RAB NOAKES (album launch): At Strathblane Village Hall – email: [email protected] . Rab Noakes is a force to be reckoned with in the world of music in Scotland and beyond. Rab is hard to pin down in terms of influences. He is an accomplished songwriter whose songs reflect his lifelong interest in the popular song, in folk song and in songwriting. Alongside his acclaimed performance skills as applied to his own compositions his celebrated interpretations feature songs from sources as diverse as Elizabeth Cotten to Beck Hansen. He’s on tour promoting his new album ‘I’m walkin’ here’, it’s a double CD made up of a rich mixture of his own songs plus some interesting interpretations. www.rabnoakes.com

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ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM: At Gardyne Theatre, Dundee. Once again Aly and Phil take to the road, delighting audiences across Scotland until 26 September. They have become a national institution with their incomparable mastery of fiddle and accordion, bringing excellence in traditional music to venues across the country. Individually they pursue other ventures but when they tour together they truly shine with almost three decades of well-honed skills and hilarious banter delighting audiences everywhere. www.philandaly.com 26 SEPTEMBER

GERRY JABLONSKI & THE ELECTRIC BAND: At No 57, Dundee. www.facebook.com/GerryJablonskiBand 3 OCTOBER

Off The Record: At Dundee’s Caird Hall. Born To Be Wide has confirmed the first two ‘Off The Record’ events of the new season, beginning with Dundee’s Caird Hall on Saturday 3 October, hosted with support from the Dundee Festival Trust and then on Sunday 4 October organisers team up with Aberdeen Performing Arts and Station House Media Unit at The Lemon Tree. Off The Record, was founded by Community Interest Company Born To Be Wide in 2013 and is a series of daytime events for young musicians and those who want to work in the industry. It is open to anyone aged 14-25, and is designed to equip young people with music business knowledge, information and skills to help them forge a career in music. Speakers for both days include Jim Gellatly [XFM Scotland/Amazing Radio], concert/festival promoter Nicky Carder [Beyond Promotions], digital music distributor Toni Malyn [EmuBands] and booker Steven Milne [The Lemon Tree]. In Dundee they will be joined by label manager Halina Rifai [Bloc Music/Podcart], while the Aberdeen event includes Scott Macdonald [KFM Records], rapper/engineer Dave Hook [Stanley Odd/Solareye] and promoter Aileen Lynn [MILK]. For tickets & information on Off The Record events visit www.offtherecord.me 8 OCTOBER

International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE - plus workshop: At Birnam Arts, Dunkeld 01350 727674. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon

5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.birnamarts.com 16 OCTOBER

Horsecross Arts presents ….. Made in Perthshire: At Perth Concert Hall. 7.30pm, £12.50; concessions £10.50 (+£1.50 booking fee per ticket). This unique show is directed by two of Scotland's finest composers and players, Perthshire's own Ross Ainslie and Patsy Reid. We celebrate the tenth anniversary of Perth Concert Hall with a specially commissioned show musically directed by two of Scotland's finest young composers and players, Perthshire's own Ross Ainslie and Patsy Reid. They'll be joined by two more local artists making waves well beyond their native county, songwriters Fraser Anderson and Lisa Rigby. A top-class backing band featuring the cream of the current Scottish folk scene will complete the line-up for what promises to be a unique and unforgettable night of songs and tunes old and new. www.rossainslie.com www.patsyreid.com www.horsecross.co.uk/whats-on/made-perthshire 24 OCTOBER

NEON WALTZ: At The Green Room, Perth. Hailing from the deepest, darkest most northerly point of the UK, Neon Waltz recently released a collection of six demos and live recordings from the last year, including Sombre Fayre and Bare Wood Aisles, as the First Light EP via Atlantic Records. This summer saw them taking in a slew of festivals including Latitude Festival and Reading & Leeds. www.neonwaltz.com 30 OCTOBER

SKERRYVORE with special guest SHARON SHANNON: At Rothes Halls, Kingdom Shopping Centre, Glenrothes, KY7 5NX. Doors 19:30. Tickets £18.00 from Rothes Halls, 01592 611101. When Skerryvore first formed in 2005, little did they know they’d be in a position to celebrate a decade together in 2015! Tiree-born brothers Daniel Gillespie (accordion) and Martin Gillespie (bagpipes, whistles & accordion), Fraser West (drums & vocals) and Alec Dalglish (lead vocals & guitar) brought a mix of musical styles and sounds together for the band's 2005 debut album, 'West Coast Life.’ The more the fledgling band experimented with fusing together their mix of musical styles, the more the band and their signature sound evolved, expanding to their current 7 piece lineup, including Craig Espie (fiddles), Alan Scobie (keyboards) and Jodie Bremaneson (bass.) www.skerryvore.com www.onfife.com 6 NOVEMBER

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influences. He is an accomplished songwriter whose songs reflect his lifelong interest in the popular song, in folk song and in songwriting. Alongside his acclaimed performance skills as applied to his own compositions his celebrated interpretations feature songs from sources as diverse as Elizabeth Cotten to Beck Hansen. He’s on tour promoting his new album ‘I’m walkin’ here’, it’s a double CD made up of a rich mixture of his own songs plus some interesting interpretations. www.rabnoakes.com http://mundellmusic.com 7 NOVEMBER

DOUGIE MACLEAN & FRIENDS - BENNY GALLAGHER - KARINE POLWART, THE MAE TRIO, DALLAHAN, ELLIOTT MORRIS: At Perth Concert Hall, 8.00pm. Legendary Scottish Singer-Songwriter Benny Gallagher makes a welcome return visit to the Perthshire Amber Festival in an evening of songs and stories about his days as a Staff Writer with The Beatles Publishing Co. Apple. Tickets: £24.00 @ http://tinyurl.com/ooajyez www.perthshireamber.com 13 NOVEMBER

RAB NOAKES (album launch): At Stirling Tolbooth. Rab Noakes is a force to be reckoned with in the world of music in Scotland and beyond. Rab is hard to pin down in terms of influences. He is an accomplished songwriter whose songs reflect his lifelong interest in the popular song, in folk song and in songwriting. Alongside his acclaimed performance skills as applied to his own compositions his celebrated interpretations feature songs from sources as diverse as Elizabeth Cotten to Beck Hansen. He’s on tour promoting his new album ‘I’m walkin’ here’, it’s a double CD made up of a rich mixture of his own songs plus some interesting interpretations. www.rabnoakes.com http://tolbooth.stirling.gov.uk/

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TINA MAY & NIKKI ILES: At Hospitalfield House, Arbroath. Leading jazz vocal and piano duo Tina May & Nikki Iles tour Scotland in September as part of their celebrations marking twenty years of working together. The duo are looking forward to returning to Scotland as they have always enjoyed a strong rapport with Scottish audiences and because May’s late father was a Scot, crossing the border always feels like coming home. www.facebook.com/tinamayuk www.facebook.com/nikki.iles.5 25 SEPTEMBER

Aberdeen Performing Arts presents True North: At Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. 7pm FATHERSON with THE 101 and 11pm the first of three late night sessions, hosted by RM HUBBERT, featuring JAMES BLACKSHAW (10.45pm doors). Celebrating the North-east's singer songwriter tradition and providing a platform for the very

best music and song, from ballads to contemporary classics, taking place from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September at The Lemon Tree, Music Hall and in various locations across Aberdeen’s city centre. Read all about True North @ http://issuu.com/martin_apa/docs/truenorth www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/truenorth 26 SEPTEMBER

Aberdeen Performing Arts presents True North: At Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. 2pm, WOUNDED KNEE, with SCOTT GARDNER and others, performing and discussing song traditions from the North-east and beyond, using the Matt Armour song Generations of Change as a starting point. They will be joined by local young people who will have reinterpreted the song for life in Aberdeen today. Celebrating the North-east's singer songwriter tradition and providing a platform for the very best music and song, from ballads to contemporary classics, taking place from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September at The Lemon Tree, Music Hall and in various locations across Aberdeen’s city centre. Read all about True North @ http://issuu.com/martin_apa/docs/truenorth www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/truenorth Aberdeen Performing Arts presents True North: Pop Up performances by THE HARMONICA MOVEMENT (acoustic) from 5.30pm to 6.15pm and AMY SAWERS from 6.15pm to 7pm, in Brewdog, Gallowgate, Aberdeen; ASHLEY PARK from 7.30pm to 8.15pm and CARA MITCHELL from 8.20pm to 9pm in 6 Degrees North, Littlejohn Street, Aberdeen and ROBBIE FLANAGAN from 9pm to 9.40pm and DANIEL MUTCH from 9.50pm to 10.20pm in The Illicit Still, Netherkirkgate, Aberdeen. 7.30pm in the Music Hall, headliner TOM ODELL with support from singer songwriter SIOBHAN WILSON. RM HUBBERT’s 11pm late night Lemon Tree session with MALCOLM MIDDLETON, renowned for his work with Aiden Moffat and Bill Wells in the cult Scots band Arab Strap (10.30pm doors). Celebrating the North-east's singer songwriter tradition and providing a platform for the very best music and song, from ballads to contemporary classics, taking place from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September at The Lemon Tree, Music Hall and in various locations across Aberdeen’s city centre. Read all about True North @ http://issuu.com/martin_apa/docs/truenorth www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/truenorth 27 SEPTEMBER

Aberdeen Performing Arts presents True North: 1pm in the Lemon Tree, Songwriters’ Circle with RICK REDBEARD (The Phantom Band), JO ANTHONY (Last Ones Left) and STEVEN MILNE (The Little Kicks) Doors 12pm. 4.30pm in Queen’s Cross Church, THE UNTHANKS and RACHEL SERMANNI. 7.30pm, the closing gala concert (a celebration of the music of Neil Young) EDDI READER, JUSTIN CURRIE, ADMIRAL FALLOW, EMMA POLLOCK, WITHERED HAND, TOMMY REILLY and BLUE ROSE CODE, and curated and hosted by RODDY HART AND LONESOME FIRE. 10pm final late night session in the Lemon Tree, headed by BILL WELLS & AIDAN MOFFAT with KATHRYN JOSEPH, doors at 9pm. Celebrating the North-east's singer songwriter tradition and providing a platform for the very best music and song, from ballads to contemporary classics, taking place from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September at The Lemon Tree, Music Hall and in various locations across Aberdeen’s city centre. Read all about True North @ http://issuu.com/martin_apa/docs/truenorth

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BIG COUNTRY: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. Originally formed in 1981 by guitar playing founder members Stuart Adamson and Bruce Watson both from Dunfermline, Big Country went on to worldwide fame. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 4 OCTOBER

Off The Record: At The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. Born To Be Wide has confirmed the first two ‘Off The Record’ events of the new season, beginning with Dundee’s Caird Hall on Saturday 3 October, hosted with support from the Dundee Festival Trust and then on Sunday 4 October organisers team up with Aberdeen Performing Arts and Station House Media Unit at The Lemon Tree. Off The Record, was founded by Community Interest Company Born To Be Wide in 2013 and is a series of daytime events for young musicians and those who want to work in the industry. It is open to anyone aged 14-25, and is designed to equip young people with music business knowledge, information and skills to help them forge a career in music. Speakers for both days include Jim Gellatly [XFM Scotland/Amazing Radio], concert/festival promoter Nicky Carder [Beyond Promotions], digital music distributor Toni Malyn [EmuBands] and booker Steven Milne [The Lemon Tree]. In Dundee they will be joined by label manager Halina Rifai [Bloc Music/Podcart], while the Aberdeen event includes Scott Macdonald [KFM Records], rapper/engineer Dave Hook [Stanley Odd/Solareye] and promoter Aileen Lynn [MILK]. For tickets & information on Off The Record events visit www.offtherecord.me MOISHE’S BAGEL: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. Acclaimed world/folk five-piece Moishe’s Bagel unveil their brand new score for Mikhail Kalatozov’s remarkable 1930 silent film Salt for Svanetia. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 7 OCTOBER

JACK SAVORETTI: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. Having quit music four years ago, singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti made a remarkable return and is now taking the UK by storm. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 9 OCTOBER

SKERRYVORE: At The Lemon Tree, 5 West North St, Aberdeen, AB24 5AT. Doors 20:30. Tickets at Box Office, 01224 337688 or £16.50 inc bf. When Skerryvore first formed in 2005, little did they know they’d be in a position to celebrate a decade together in 2015! Tiree-born brothers Daniel Gillespie (accordion) and Martin Gillespie (bagpipes, whistles & accordion), Fraser West (drums & vocals) and Alec Dalglish (lead vocals & guitar) brought a mix of musical styles and sounds together for the band's 2005 debut album, 'West Coast Life.’ The more the fledgling band experimented with fusing together their mix of musical styles, the more the band and their signature sound evolved, expanding to their current 7 piece lineup, including Craig Espie (fiddles), Alan Scobie (keyboards) and Jodie Bremaneson (bass.) www.skerryvore.com www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 10 OCTOBER

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…….. page 20: aberdeen + north east BULLET FOR MY VALENTINE: At Music Hall, Aberdeen, doors at 7pm. Former under the name Jeff Killed John, Welsh heavy metal band Bullet for my Valentine have been named by Kerrang! As best British band for three years in a row. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 12 OCTOBER

THE SHIRES: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. One of the acts helping to make country music cooler than ever on this side of the Atlantic are The Shires, from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 14 OCTOBER

HAYSEED DIXIE: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. With their roots in the Appalachian Mountains of East Tennessee USA and the traditional music of their forefathers on banjo, fiddle, mandolin, acoustic guitar and acoustic bass are Hayseed Dixie. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 15 OCTOBER

FROM THE JAM: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. Featuring original bass player Bruce Foxton, From the Jam, have a reputation for the kind of incendiary ‘live’ performances that sealed the reputation of The Jam all those years ago. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 16 OCTOBER

STEVE HACKETT: At The Music Hall, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. The Steve Hackett 2015 UK tour is Acolyte to Wolfight, with a sprinkling of Genesis. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com THE RUTS DC: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. The Ruts DC live show consists of songs representing their many phases, including classic versions of Ruts songs Babylons’ Burning, Staring at the Rude Boys and Jah War. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 17 OCTOBER

Aberdeen Performing Arts, 57˚ North, the Scottish Music Industry Association and Comprende Records present the second Independent Label Market event, as some of Scotland’s best indepe4ndent record labels gather to sell their wares under one roof, in The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 11.30am. Free entry. www.aberdeenperformingarts.com SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: At The Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm. Under the baton of conductor Robin Ticciati, and featuring pianist Lars Vogt, Scottish Chamber Orchestra perform Brahms’ Symphony No2, Schumann’s Manfred Overture and Schoenberg’s Piano Concerto, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm, with a pre-concert talk at 6.45pm featuring Aberdeen University’s Roger Williamson in conversation with Cole Bendall. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 18 OCTOBER

GO WEST and NIK KERSHAW with very special guest T’PAU: At The Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm. Three critically-acclaimed stars of the 80s, Go West and Nik Kershaw with very special guest T’Pau come together for a major UK tour. Tickets from

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ROYAL SCOTTISH NATIONAL ORCHESTRA: At The Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm. Under the baton of principal guest conductor Thomas Sǿndergård, Royal Scottish National Orchestra presents Mussorgsky/Ravel’s Pictures at an Exhibition, Dejan Lazic’s Overture from Piano Concerto in Istrian style, and Chopin’s Piano Concerto No2. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 23 OCTOBER

Almost Blue Promotions presents ….. BEN ROGERS: At The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen. Ben Rogers is a folk artist and classic storyteller with a voice like smoke damaged velvet soaked in Tennessee whiskey. Trusty old acoustic guitar in hand and boots stomping out a steady rhythm, Ben can hypnotize audiences with his timeless tales of murder, betrayal, war, justice, love and the human condition, just like a modern day folk troubadour should and does. He embodies the values and musicality of traditional folk, Americana and country, ala Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger and George Jones, with a little Roger Miller and Tom Waits thrown in. www.benrogersmusic.com www.AlmostBluePromotions.com LUCY BOYES and THOMAS BUTLER: At The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm. As part of the sound festival of new music, Exploring a shared interest in memory, documentary, time and place, Lucy Boyes and Thomas Butler and [email protected], is a new dance/music work based on an assemblage of recollections and shared experiences of people from Aberdeen. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com Noisy Nights: At The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 10pm. As part of the sound festival of new music and in association with New Music Scotland, Red Note Ensemble: Noisy Nights is the place to hear emerging new musical ideas and voices. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 24 OCTOBER

Almost Blue Promotions presents ….. JEREMY PINNELL & MAX FENDER: At The Blue Lamp, Aberdeen. Jeremy Pinnell grew up in Northern Kentucky just south of the Ohio River, where the towns are equal parts Southern hospitality, Northern attitude and Midwestern charm. At 18 he left home and began writing and singing country music. The album 'OH/KY' tells the story of the next 18 years of Jeremy's life, and it's a damn good story. Max Fender is the frontman of the Ohio band Alone at 3AM. Emerging from shambolic basement shows and early roster shake-ups, over 16 years Max Fender and Joey Beck have coiled the Midwest stalwarts into a tightly-wound muscular force, reveling in hard-earned rock and roll escapism while revealing substantial songwriting chops. www.jeremypinnell.com www.aloneat3am.com www.AlmostBluePromotions.com The World Famous Elvis Show: At The Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm. Recreating two huge concerts from Elvis in the 20s, The World Famous Elvis Show, with Chris Connor and his live nine-piece band The Steels with the Sweet Harmonies. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com In Cahoots: At The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 9.30pm. Free entry. As part of the sound festival of new music and in

association with New Music Scotland, In Cahoots; Late Night Showcase, is an informal late night event to discover a variety of Scottish performers and composers. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 27 OCTOBER

LUCY ROSE: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8.30pm. English singer-songwriter Lucy Rose on tour in support of her new album Work it Out. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 29 OCTOBER

EAST INDIA YOUTH, aka William Doyle: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. English electronic musician East India Youth, aka William Doyle, plus support. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 30 OCTOBER

THE SHEE: At The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. All-female, Scots-English sextet The Shee prove that variety is the spice of life whether it’s Scots, Gaelic, Bluegrass or Scandinavian music. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 31 OCTOBER

CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN: At The Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7pm. Taking their name from an Australian street busker who played beer bottles strung to a wire, Welsh indie rock band, Catfish and The Bottlemen. Tickets from www.aberdeenperformingarts.com 3 NOVEMBER

DEAN OWENS with the Whisky Hearts Band – Into The Sea tour: At Lemon Tree, Aberdeen. Velvet-voiced Dean Owens is one of Scotland’s most acclaimed and established singer songwriters, with fans including Bob Harris, Irvine Welsh and Russell Brand. Dean’s music has been described as Celtic Americana with a rocky pop edge, and draws as much from his Scottish roots, especially his home town of Leith (referenced and loved by the Proclaimers) as from his US heroes. The emotional honesty in his songs shines through as he sings about people and places, love and regrets, drawing favourable comparisons with the likes of Springsteen. A gritty yet lyrical Scottish sensibility, delivered with a searingly soulful voice. www.deanowens.com 27 NOVEMBER

RAB NOAKES (album launch): At Arbroath, Hospitalfield – email: [email protected] . Rab Noakes is a force to be reckoned with in the world of music in Scotland and beyond. Rab is hard to pin down in terms of influences. He is an accomplished songwriter whose songs reflect his lifelong interest in the popular song, in folk song and in songwriting. Alongside his acclaimed performance skills as applied to his own compositions his celebrated interpretations feature songs from sources as diverse as Elizabeth Cotten to Beck Hansen. He’s on tour promoting his new album ‘I’m walkin’ here’, it’s a double CD made up of a rich mixture of his own songs plus some interesting interpretations. www.rabnoakes.com http://hospitalfield.org.uk/

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RURA - Despite the Dark tour: At Plockton High School, Plocton. One of this year’s most in-demand and critically acclaimed Scottish folk acts, RURA are on a 13-date UK tour. Having released their second album, ‘Despite the Dark’, to unanimous critical acclaim in April, the Glasgow and Edinburgh based five-piece has garnered widespread praise and a wide-reaching following. www.RURA.co.uk www.musicplockton.org 1 OCTOBER

RURA - Despite the Dark tour: At The Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore. One of this year’s most in-demand and critically acclaimed Scottish folk acts, RURA are on a 13-date UK tour. Having released their second album, ‘Despite the Dark’, to unanimous critical acclaim in April, the Glasgow and Edinburgh based five-piece has garnered widespread praise and a wide-reaching following. www.RURA.co.uk www.oldbridgeinn.co.uk International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE: At Strathpeffer Pavilion, Strathpeffer (nr Inverness) 01997 420124. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.StrathpefferPavilion.org 2 OCTOBER

RURA - Despite the Dark tour: At Universal Hall, Findhorn. One of this year’s most in-demand and critically acclaimed Scottish folk acts, RURA are on a 13-date UK tour. Having released their second album, ‘Despite the Dark’, to unanimous critical acclaim in April, the

Glasgow and Edinburgh based five-piece has garnered widespread praise and a wide-reaching following. www.RURA.co.uk www.findhorn.org/universal-hall International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE: At Macphail Centre, Ullapool. 07740 423554 – part of Ullapool Guitar Festival. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.ullapoolguitarfestival.com 3 OCTOBER

RURA - Despite the Dark tour: At Feis Na Mara, Mallaig. One of this year’s most in-demand and critically acclaimed Scottish folk acts, RURA are on a 13-date UK tour. Having released their second album, ‘Despite the Dark’, to unanimous critical acclaim in April, the Glasgow and Edinburgh based five-piece has garnered widespread praise and a wide-reaching following. www.RURA.co.uk www.feis-na-mara.com 8 OCTOBER

DECLAN WELSH: At Old Bridge Inn & Aviemore Bunkhouse. Declan Welsh is a 22 year old singer songwriter telling stories about being young in Glasgow. His songs range from an ode to having a sub par night out to a call to arms against the fascists in our midst and everything in between; the only common thread being catchy tunes and relatable, witty observations on everyday life. www.declanwelsh.com www.tenementtv.com/tenement-trail 9 OCTOBER

DECLAN WELSH: At Mossett Tavern, Forres. Declan Welsh is a 22 year old singer songwriter telling stories about being young in Glasgow. His songs range from an ode to having a sub par night out to a call to arms against the fascists in our midst and everything in between; the only common thread being catchy tunes and relatable, witty observations on everyday life. www.declanwelsh.com www.tenementtv.com/tenement-trail International Guitar Night with LULO

REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE: At Universal Hall, Findhorn 01309 690110. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.universalhall.co.uk 25 OCTOBER

DEAN OWENS – Into The Sea tour: Solo at Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore. Velvet-voiced Dean Owens is one of Scotland’s most acclaimed and established singer songwriters, with fans including Bob Harris, Irvine Welsh and Russell Brand. Dean’s music has been described as Celtic Americana with a rocky pop edge, and draws as much from his Scottish roots, especially his home town of Leith (referenced and loved by the Proclaimers) as from his US heroes. The emotional honesty in his songs shines through as he sings about people and places, love and regrets, drawing favourable comparisons with the likes of Springsteen. A gritty yet lyrical Scottish sensibility, delivered with a searingly soulful voice. www.deanowens.com 14 NOVEMBER

RAB NOAKES (album launch): At Campbeltown, Ardshiel - 01586 552133. Rab Noakes is a force to be reckoned with in the world of music in Scotland and beyond. Rab is hard to pin down in terms of influences. He is an accomplished songwriter whose songs reflect his lifelong interest in the popular song, in folk song and in songwriting. Alongside his acclaimed performance skills as applied to his own compositions his celebrated interpretations feature songs from sources as diverse as Elizabeth Cotten to Beck Hansen. He’s on tour promoting his new album ‘I’m walkin’ here’, it’s a double CD made up of a rich mixture of his own songs plus some interesting interpretations. www.rabnoakes.com www.wegottickets.com

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BADSTONE: At Ormidale Hotel, Brodick Arran. 9pm free admission. www.facebook.com/pages/Ormidale-Hotel/151022348262149 www.facebook.com/Badstone.Band 26 SEPTEMBER

BADSTONE: At Drift Inn, Lamlash, Arran. 9pm free admission. www.facebook.com/pages/The-Drift-Inn/193022424052613 www.facebook.com/Badstone.Band 27 SEPTEMBER

BADSTONE: At Ormidale Hotel, Brodick Arran. 2:30pm free admission. www.facebook.com/pages/Ormidale-Hotel/151022348262149 www.facebook.com/Badstone.Band 30 SEPTEMBER

RURA - Despite the Dark tour: At Aros, Portree, Isle of Skye. One of this year’s most in-demand and critically acclaimed Scottish folk acts, RURA are on a 13-date UK tour. Having released their second album, ‘Despite the Dark’, to unanimous critical acclaim in April, the Glasgow and Edinburgh based five-piece has garnered widespread praise and a wide-reaching following. www.RURA.co.uk www.aros.co.uk 3 OCTOBER

International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE - plus workshop: At An Lanntair Arts Centre, Stornoway 01851-708480. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.lanntair.com 5 OCTOBER

International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE - plus workshop: At The Reel, Kirkwall 01856 87 1000. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one

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International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE: At Mareel, Lerwick 01595 745555. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.shetlandarts.org/whats-on/mareel/ 17 OCTOBER

WILLY PORTER: At Altachorvie Island Retreat (Castle Alianza Fundraiser) Isle of Arran. Afternoon Guitar Workshop 3pm £10 (£18 to include evening show) and Evening Show £10. Willy Porter releases his new album HUMAN KINDNESS featuring the talents of artists such as Martin Barre, Natalia Zuckerman, Carmen Nickerson, and Peter Mulvey and sets Porter’s blistering guitar work against a big studio sound on a stunning book of songs that explore themes about connection, compassion, and the human journey. Tickets @ www.arranevents.com/index.php www.facebook.com/willyportermusic

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AULD SKOOL: At Alton Inn, Kilwinning. 9pm free admission.

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ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM: At Crawfordjohn Public Hall, Crawfordjohn. Once again Aly and Phil take to the road, delighting audiences across Scotland until 26 September. They have become a national institution with their incomparable mastery of fiddle and accordion, bringing excellence in traditional music to venues across the country. Individually they pursue other ventures but when they tour together they truly shine with almost three decades of well-honed skills and hilarious banter delighting audiences everywhere. www.philandaly.com 24 SEPTEMBER

ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM: At The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm. Once again Aly and Phil take to the road, delighting audiences across Scotland until 26 September. They have become a national institution with their incomparable mastery of fiddle and accordion, bringing excellence in traditional music to venues across the country. Individually they pursue other ventures but when they tour together they truly shine with almost three decades of well-honed skills and hilarious banter delighting audiences everywhere. www.philandaly.com 25 SEPTEMBER

STILLBUZZIN: At The Red Lion, Prestwick. 9pm free admission. www.facebook.com/pages/Red-Lion-Prestwick/405633106305386 26 SEPTEMBER

THE LAST RESORT: At Alton Inn, Kilwinning. 9pm free admission. www.facebook.com/pages/The-Alton-Inn/130778983635951 7 OCTOBER

International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE: At Gaiety Theatre, Ayr 01292 288235. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.thegaiety.co.uk 16 OCTOBER

SKERRYVORE: At The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm, DG13 0AW. Doors 19:30. Tickets at Box Office: 01387 381196 or £15.00. When Skerryvore first formed in 2005, little did they know they’d be in a position to celebrate a decade together in 2015! Tiree-born brothers Daniel Gillespie (accordion) and Martin Gillespie (bagpipes, whistles & accordion), Fraser West (drums & vocals) and Alec Dalglish (lead vocals

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& guitar) brought a mix of musical styles and sounds together for the band's 2005 debut album, 'West Coast Life.’ The more the fledgling band experimented with fusing together their mix of musical styles, the more the band and their signature sound evolved, expanding to their current 7 piece lineup, including Craig Espie (fiddles), Alan Scobie (keyboards) and Jodie Bremaneson (bass.) www.skerryvore.com www.buccleuchcentre.com 17 OCTOBER

SKERRYVORE: At Easterbrook Hall, The Crichton, Bankend Rd, Dumfries, DG1 4TA. Doors 19:30. Tickets at Mid Steeple Booking Office, 01387 253383, £15.00 + £1 BF. When Skerryvore first formed in 2005, little did they know they’d be in a position to celebrate a decade together in 2015! Tiree-born brothers Daniel Gillespie (accordion) and Martin Gillespie (bagpipes, whistles & accordion), Fraser West (drums & vocals) and Alec Dalglish (lead vocals & guitar) brought a mix of musical styles and sounds together for the band's 2005 debut album, 'West Coast Life.’ The more the fledgling band experimented with fusing together their mix of musical styles, the more the band and their signature sound evolved, expanding to their current 7 piece lineup, including Craig Espie (fiddles), Alan Scobie (keyboards) and Jodie Bremaneson (bass.) www.skerryvore.com www.easterbrookhall.co.uk

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St Boswells Live! presents ….. THE CORN POTATO STRING BAND + KEVIN PEARCE: At St Boswell’s Hall, Scottish Borders. The Corn Potato String Band has earned high praise in traditional American music, keeping old time fiddle and banjo music from a one-way trip to the dustbins of history. Kevin Pearce kisses the clouds and soars onwards before descending to alight on one chosen note so golden as to cause him to languish a while before leaving…more to the point, he is a brilliant singer, songwriter and guitarist who draws comparison with Cat Stevens in his 60s prime and, more recently Tom McRea. Tickets at www.musicglue.com/stboswellslive https://stboswellslive.wordpress.com/ 20 + 21 SEPTEMBER

MacArts presents ..... Scottish Opera's KidO: At Music & Arts Trust, Bridge Street, Galashiels. TD1 1SP. 2pm-2.45pm / Tickets: £7 adults/£5 children. Suitable for ages 3 and 4. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This fantastic show for 3 & 4 year olds shows that you can make music out of anything – as long as you have a bit of imagination. www.macarts.scot 20 SEPTEMBER

Ska'lashiels ….. THE BEAT featuring DAVE WAKELING with BIG FAT PANDA, URANG MATANG, SKALEDONIA and Livingston Soul & Ska Club DJ's: At Volunteer Hall, Galashiels,

Scottish Borders. Dave Wakeling, the original lead singer of ska kings The Beat, (AKA The English Beat in the USA) is touring the UK. The singer, songwriter and guitarist behind one of the biggest 1980 s 2-Tone bands, will be performing all the hits of The Beat, General Public and new songs from the forthcoming album 'Here We Go Love'. It’s impossible to forget UK Top 10 singles - Mirror in the Bathroom, Hands Off She’s Mine and Too Nice To Talk To, before The Beat disbanded in 1983. http://englishbeat.net/ 24 SEPTEMBER

BETTY & THE BOY: At The Eastgate Theatre, Peebles. Betty & The Boy suddenly captured everyone’s imagination in the USA after winning the “Best Band” category in the State of Oregon. They have been making an impact over here as well, with their last record grabbing the attention of many reviewers and radio presenters. www.brookfield-knights.com/up-coming-tours.html 25 SEPTEMBER

ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM: At Hawick Town Hall, Hawick. Once again Aly and Phil take to the road, delighting audiences across Scotland until 26 September. They have become a national institution with their incomparable mastery of fiddle and accordion, bringing excellence in traditional music to venues across the country. Individually they pursue other ventures but when they tour together they truly shine with almost three decades of well-honed skills and hilarious banter delighting audiences everywhere. www.philandaly.com 28 SEPTEMBER

International Guitar Night with LULO REINHARDT, MIKE DAWES, ANDRE KRENGEL and BRIAN GORE - plus workshop: At Heart of Hawick, Scottish Borders. 01450 360688. 15 years ago IGN founder, Californian Brian Gore, decided to create an annual tour featuring three or four world-class guitarists. This year's UK tour features: Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), great-nephew of jazz legend Django Reinhardt, is one of the foremost instrumental voices in modern Gypsy music. Mike Dawes (England) has renowned international musicians including Steve Vai, Gotye and James Valentine (Maroon 5) praising his prowess. Andre Krengel (Germany) has developed a unique style of playing becoming a leading guitar player in Germany. The German press call him "the traveller between cultures" and "the guitar wizard with magic hands". Brian Gore (USA) Brian has become a member of the community of guitar masters with whom he has toured. Brian writes songs, not 'tunes', fully developed stories told with six steel strings and a passion rarely seen instrumentally or lyrically. The show features solos, duets, trios and ensemble piece. http://internationalguitarnight.com/ www.facebook.com/stringtheoryhawick 2 OCTOBER

Kazmiranda ‘Music’ Café in Berwick: ‘We Shall Overcome Gig’ - raising funds for the homeless and the local food bank. Kazmiranda = Live Music! For details email Brian at [email protected] www.facebook.com/cafekazmirandaberwickontweed www.facebook.com/TheMusicGalleryUK 3 OCTOBER

Kazmiranda ‘Music’ Café in Berwick: ‘We Shall Overcome Gig’ - raising funds for the homeless and the local food bank. Kazmiranda = Live Music! For details email Brian at

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Kazmiranda ‘Music’ Café in Berwick: ‘We Shall Overcome Gig’ - raising funds for the homeless and the local food bank. Kazmiranda = Live Music! For details email Brian at [email protected] www.facebook.com/cafekazmirandaberwickontweed www.facebook.com/TheMusicGalleryUK 10 OCTOBER

String Jam Club presents ….. JULIE FELIX: Iconic folk protest singer. At The County Hotel, High Street, Selkirk, Scottish Borders TD7 4BZ. Tickets £14, available from the venue 01750-721233. The County offers a 15% discount on meals for ticket holders between 6pm and 7pm on the night. www.facebook.com/StringJamClub 17 OCTOBER

ROY'S IRON DNA: At Kazmiranda Café, Berwick upon Tweed, doors 7.30pm entry £5 and we have a Mojito Bar on, should be a night to remember (depending on how many mojitos you have!) Book tickets now as they will sell out, 40 only available. Roy's Iron DNA is a musical collective and live band from the Scottish Borders and Edinburgh who are releasing the world's first augmented reality album. The album, entitled ‘Exposure’, will be released as a tabloid style newspaper with each page scannable with a smart-phone/tablet app enabling the reader to play an individually commissioned video for a track from the album. 10,000 copies of the newspaper will be distributed to 250+ outlets across the length and breadth of Scotland and will be entirely free of charge ensuring an estimated 100,000 readership! No other act has combined augmented reality with visual art and music in such a way before. www.roysirondna.co.uk www.facebook.com/cafekazmirandaberwickontweed St Boswells Live! presents ….. KATHRYN ROBERTS & SEAN LAKEMAN with support KIRSTY LAW DUO: At St Boswell’s Hall, Scottish Borders. Two of the British folk scenes most accomplished performers, Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman have graced stages the world over in a number of guises, however, the intimacy and strength of passion shown as a duo, combined with an eclectic repertoire ensures a rare treat for any listener. Recent St Boswells Live! headliner Dan Walsh could not speak too highly of them, and was delighted they would be performing for us. Supporting Kathryn & Sean are the Kirsty Law Duo, comprising vocalist Kirsty Law, and her musical partner Marit Fält (Låtmandola and cittern) who together perform both self-written and traditional Scots songs. Tickets at www.musicglue.com/stboswellslive https://stboswellslive.wordpress.com/ 18 OCTOBER

Kazmiranda ‘Music’ Café in Berwick presents ANNA PANCALDI: An afternoon set starting at 4pm, a top touring act not to be missed. Kazmiranda = Live Music! For details email Brian at [email protected] www.annapancaldi.com www.facebook.com/cafekazmirandaberwickontweed www.facebook.com/TheMusicGalleryUK

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100 Bands On The Border Galashiels 4-6 September 100 Bands On The Border will be a music festival held in venues and stages in Galashiels town centre. The idea behind this is to bring the best up and coming new bands and musicians from all over the UK to the Scottish Borders to show-case their talents. Contact Bill Jeffrey - [email protected] weblink below .... www.facebook.com/pages/JMP3-Jeffrey-Music-Promotions/745042952180452

Live @ Troon Ayrshire 4-6 September Since it was launched in 2010 Live@Troon has been providing a great September weekend of live entertainment for residents of, and visitors to, the Ayrshire coastal town. Over the first five years the weekend has brought some great mu-sical and comedic talent to Troon with sell out gigs for acts such as The Wanted, Red Hot Chilli Pipers, The Saw Doctors, The Colour Ham and Eddi Reader. It has introduced local audiences to some great unsigned Scottish talent such as Kassidy, Have Mercy Las Vegas, Vukovi and a list as long as your arm. 2015 promises more of the same and we hope a little bit extra with more venues, more musical tastes and more live music than ever before! www.liveattroon.com

Blas Festival Highlands 4-12 September Blas Festival is the Highlands' premier Gaelic and traditional music festival. Blas takes place in venues across the Highlands and includes an eclectic line-up of local, national and interna-tional artistes. www.blas-festival.com

Linlithgow Folk Festival Linlithgow 9-13 September The 17th Linlithgow Folk Festival promises to be the best yet! The headline concert features The Emily Smith Band plus there’s a Bluegrass con-cert by The Mairs Family Band and much much more!! www.linlithgowfolk.com

Midstock Festival Dalkeith 12 September Just when you think festival season is over, there’s still another cracker to be enjoyed before the nights draw in. Headlining the event will be melodic indierockers, The Fratellis. The line up offers a variety of musical tastes designed to ca-ter for the wide demographic expected at the festival, which welcomes everyone aged 0-90.Tickets on sale @ www.eventbrite.co.uk www.midstockfestival.com

Best of the West Festival Inveraray 12-13 September Best of the West Festival an 'end of season' showcase held annually in the grounds of Inver-aray Castle in Argyll. This family weekend in-cludes two days of music and song with per-formances in both English and Gaelic. The festi-val has a strong focus on local young talent as well as the best of the established performers. As well as a great line-up of music, food and drink it's also important to us to provide a wide range of activities for all ages. www.bowfest.co.uk

Midfest Dalkeith 13 September Now in its third year, Midfest is a highlight of Midlothian’s cultural calendar with music, art,

fun activities, exhibitions, story-telling walks and heritage celebrations to suit all tastes. www.midlothian.gov.uk/midfest

Bring It All Home Paisley 17-19 September Scotland’s leading stars are set to take Paisley by storm in a series of special events celebrating Scottish’s musical talent and songwriting. Bring it all Home – run by Renfrewshire Council – is back for a third year with a huge offering of Scottish talent coming to Paisley for the festival on 17-19 September 2015. Featuring a series of free events, the festival offers existing and bud-ding musicians plus music fans a chance to learn the secrets of the trade. www.bringitallhome.co.uk

Dundee Celt Fest Dundee 18-20 September 2015 will be the first Dundee Celt Fest, a week-end music festival featuring the best of celtic rock and folk music. Dundee has contributed greatly over the years to celtic rock and folk music, It was only a matter of time before a celtic/folk festival in Dundee surfaced. Septem-ber 2015 will see the very first Celtic Rock and Folk festival in Dundee and year after year to follow. www.facebook.com/dundeeceltfest

Loopallu Ullapool 25-26 September Loopallu takes place in the tiny remote North West coast fishing village of Ullapool and dou-bles the population of the village for the week-end. As well as the usual eclectic line up of acts appearing at the festival big top and the fringe events after hours in the villages pubs, the festi-val will be welcoming the return of the Literally Literary tent in association with Ullapool Book Festival. All this, as well as the usual warm Ulla-

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True North Aberdeen 25-27 September Aberdeen Performing Arts has announced the launch of True North – Aberdeen’s festival of music and song – celebrating the North-east's singer songwriter tradition and providing a plat-form for the very best music and song, from bal-lads to contemporary classics. Taking place from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September at The Lemon Tree, Music Hall and in various locations across Aberdeen’s city centre, the festival in-cludes an evening celebrating the music of Neil Young in his 70th year featuring a lineup of top artists, a Songwriters’ Circle event, Late Night Festival Club sessions and a headline concert at the Music Hall featuring a - yet to be an-nounced - award winning artist. www.aberdeenperformingarts.com/truenorth

Isle of Jura Music Festival Jura 25-27 September The Isle of Jura Musical Festival is a well-established favourite for lovers of the traditional music scene, enjoy a weekend packed with fan-tastic performances, stimulating workshops, spontaneous sessions and great craic. To guar-antee you don’t miss out, you can pre-purchase your tickets online now. www.juramusicfestival.com

Dunbar Traditional Music Festival Dunbar 25-27 September The Dunbar Traditional Music Festival continues to flourish since it began in 1988. Set in the his-toric seaside town of Dunbar, the Festival is committed to showcasing local and young talent alongside well established and internationally known artists. Song, music, pipes & drums, chil-dren's workshop, informal tunes and sessions,

concerts, ceilidhs and open air performances are the traditional hallmarks of the annual Septem-ber event. The Festival caters for a wide range of musical tastes. Initially the focus was on tra-ditional Scottish and Irish music but in recent years this has broadened to include jazz, blues, Appalachian, country, bluegrass and skiffle. www.dunbarmusicfestival.co.uk

OCTOBER

Balmaha’s Braw Weekend Balmaha, Loch Lomond 3 October A new food, drink and music festival in the East Loch Lomond village, organised by The Oak Tree Inn and sponsored by Deanston Distillery on the banks of Loch Lomond. On the Saturday night from 6pm-midnight enjoy a Beer, Whisky and Music festival. A strong line up of music acts for the evening includes Dave Arcari, The Zips, Mick Hargan and Have Mercy Las Vegas. www.balmahasbrawweekend.co.uk

Tenement Trail Multi Venue Festival Glasgow 4 October The third annual multi-venue music festival from Scotland’s largest music platform Tenement TV will feature a packed line-up including a headline Art School show from Glasgow’s WHITE, sets from Atom Tree, Crash Club, Monogram, Pinact, Other Humans and Team Player. Taking place for over 12 hours on Saturday 4th October 2015, the Tenement Trail festival organisers have also revealed that Lisa Mitchell, AmartArt, Be Charlotte, Bella and The Bear, The Van T’s, Declan Walsh and Aylee will appear. www.tenementtv.com

The Spree Paisley 9-17 October

Paisley's national festival of music, comedy and arts, now in it third year - taking place at vari-ous venues in the town centre . The Spiegeltent will be back in County Square to host the bulk of the action but there will be a few big-name shows in the Abbey as well as stuff happening at Paisley Arts Centre and elsewhere. We also have a few surprises in store! www.thespree.co.uk

The Cumnock Tryst Cumnock 1-4 October A music festival under the leadership of Scottish composer, James MacMillan CBE Cumnock, Scotland. The Cumnock Tryst is an annual event with concerts in venues in and around the town. The programme will feature some of the finest, international classical artists, as well as music and musicians from different backgrounds both stylistically and socially. The Cumnock Tryst aims to make its strong commit-ment to the community at the heart of all its ac-tivities, for instance involving young people at school and college, amateur choirs and local bands. www.thecumnocktryst.com

Ullapool Guitar Festival Ullapool 2-4 October So why is the UGF so special? Perhaps it’s the mix of music old and new, of electric and acous-tic, of steel and nylon, of seasoned performers and those, like the students from the Royal Con-servatoire of Scotland, just starting out on their careers. Perhaps it’s the location on Loch Broom and the drive up through some of Scotland’s most spectacular scenery. Perhaps it’s the infor-mal air of the whole weekend: there’s no “us and them”, no VIP area. Everyone mingles, and you’re likely to find yourself sitting beside a gui-tar legend in the Festival Club – or even jam-ming with them on one of the trade stands. www.ullapoolguitarfestival.com

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val Glasgow 7-11 October Glasgow's annual celebration of Americana brings musicians from as far afield as Texas and Canada to perform roots music from blues to rockabilly. www.glasgowamericana.com

sound North East Scotland 22 October - 9 November sound is driven by the passion to make new mu-sic more accessible to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. It embraces a network of local or-ganisations to produce a varied programme of events exploring new music. The festival brings together a large range of different genres of mu-sic to appeal to a wide variety of tastes and en-courage people to discover new sounds and widen their musical horizons. www.sound-scotland.co.uk

Sonica Glasgow 29 October - 8 November Sonica returns to Glasgow for 12 days this Au-tumn with a programme dedicated to world-class sonic arts, presenting emerging British tal-ent alongside exceptional international artists from Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, France, Indonesia, Netherlands and Quebec. Highlights include:Olivier Ratsi (Antivj) // Herman Kol-gen // Speak Percussion with Robin Fox // Kathy Hinde // Sisi Lu // Mark Lyken // Robbie Thom-son. “If you want to experience the thrilling in-terface where music, visual art, theatre and digi-tal technology meet, hasten to Glasgow.” The Times. Tickets on sale from Monday 15 June www.sonic-a.co.uk

Perthshire Amber - The Dougie MacLean Festi-val Perthshire 30 October - 8 November This is the 11th year of our festival and prom-ises once again to be full of wonderful concerts featuring the finest of Scotland's musical talent as well as some international guests. Our ven-ues 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 includ-ing an iron age Crannog on Loch Tay…25 venues in all in 2015! www.perthshireamber.com

NOVEMBER

Kinross-shire Winter Festival Kinross-shire November (various dates)

We are delighted to announce that Big Country with THE BEST OF BIG COUNTRY TOUR will headline the Kinross-shire's Winter Festival 2015 on Saturday 21 November, 8pm at the Commu-nity Campus in Kinross. www.kinrossmusicfestival.co.uk

House Folk Scottish Music Festival Kinlochard 11-13 November The festival is now in its 8th year and takes place in three highly intimate venues over three nights in the wonderful setting of Kinlochard in the Trossachs. The concerts offer an expo of bagpipe, accordion, strings, fiddle, vocals and flute music fusing traditional and contemporary Scottish styles. Each night differs from the other but both include a blend of great music for eve-ryone with a mix of folk, modern and traditional styles! www.scottishmusicfestival.co.uk

Fiddle 2015 Edinburgh 20-22 November One of Scotland's biggest traditional music festi-vals, promoting & sustaining traditional fiddle music since 1996. A weekend packed full of great music! Over the weekend there are con-certs, ceilidhs, recitals, workshops, talks, open stage, festival clubs, sessions, stalls, free events.... and lots, lots more! The Fiddle Festival committee are now working hard towards Fiddle 2015. The dates are out now but keep an eye on our Facebook page and join our mailing list to be the first to hear what artists are playing at this years festival. www.facebook.com/scotsfiddlefest

DECEMBER

Edinburgh's Hogmanay Edinburgh 31 December Four fabulous days and nights of amazing events kick off the world's greatest New Year party. With the traditional torchlit procession, street performers, fireworks, concerts, ceilidh, the big Hogmanay party itself and a New Year's Day run to blow the cobwebs away - Edinburgh's buzz-ing. Come along and experience the magic for yourself. www.edinburghshogmanay.org

The Red Hot Highland Fling Inverness 31 December Scotland's Biggest Free Hogmanay Concert is guaranteed to bring the 2015 Inverness Festi-vals programme to a wonderful climax. Children Welcome! www.invernessfestivals.com

2016

JANUARY

Celtic Connections Glasgow 14-31 January Celtic Connections 2016 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

MARCH

MV Festival Aviemore Returning in 2016 It’s a weekend of comedy, music and snowsport thrills on the hills in and around Aviemore. 2016 tickets will soon be available from www.ukgigsonline.com Proceeds from the festival go to the Children's Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) and Disability Snowsport UK. www.mvfestival.com

JUNE

Riverside Rock Jedburgh 18 June Riverside Rock 2016 already have some fantas-tic bands signed up: The Men They Couldn’t Hang / The Lost Boys / Scocha (Back for a 3rd Year) / Blistered Molly (Back for a 2nd Year) / Greg Anderson (Back too for 2nd year) he rocked the tent at the end last year! Main tent headliner and other bands to be announced. As before Riverside Rock must not be missed, the Scottish Borders very own music festival at Riv-erside Park, Jedburgh, and 2016 will have more food outlets, more bars and a bigger tent. Tick-ets on sale soon! www.riversiderock.co.uk

JULY

Wickerman Festival Dumfries & Galloway 22-23 July Wickerman is one of the UK’s best-loved inde-pendent music festivals which will enter its 15th consecutive year in 2016. With ten stages fea-turing an eclectic and exciting mix of leading artists, heritage acts and up-and-coming talent, the two day summer party caters for all musical tastes. www.thewickermanfestival.co.uk

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