Top Folk Bands and Solo Artists playing for your pleasure
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Ragged Glory - Friday 20 September 2013
Ragged Glory - a band who met five years ago in Newtongrange made their debut appearance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2010 and again in 2011. All four gigs were sold out much to the bands delight.
Their entrance into the world's biggest arts festival comes four years after they met at Newtongrange Folk Club.
The four-piece folk band, who play traditional and contemporary material have also just completed their debut album called Quiet Joys. Band member George Archibald, who hails from Newtongrange, said: "We are from different backgrounds, but we obviously share a passion for good music."
Playing alongside the Nitten native are Aberdonian Charlie Milne and May and Jim Weatherston, who are from Edinburgh.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Stephen Quigg - Friday 18 October 2013
Stephen Quigg has long since established himself on the Scottish folk scene and after more than thirty years of singing, he is still dedicated to the music and the songs of Scotland. Stephen accompanies himself on guitar and bodhran (occasionally also the banjo when he remembers to bring it) and with an outstanding voice, you can watch him capture the attention of any audience. Through wit, charm and an obvious love and respect for the music he delivers, Stephen has gained many constant followers, who travel regularly to his gigs in Scotland and beyond.
The songs Stephen sings range from pin-dropping traditional ballads to footstomping songs of battle (as he’ll point out, he only sings about the battles Scotland won, which possibly doesn’t leave a whole lot). With effortless ease he also blends the traditional material with songs of a more contemporary date keeping the material fresh and the performer enthusiastic.
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On the Wagon - Friday 15 November 2013
“On the Wagon is a multi-talented, Folk and Ceilidh band and have performed at some of the UK’s top venues and abroad to great acclaim in Germany, Ireland and Denmark. We are absolutely delighted to have them play for us at the Folk Club.”
The band comprise, Derek Richardson, vocals, guitar, foot bass, mandolin and pipes. Ken Charleson,vocals, guitar and keyboard. Pat Stuart, guitar and accordion. Davy McMartin, harmonica and concertina.
They have been together as a band for 12 years and we are all based in Perthshire,and perform mainly at festivals, corporate functions, celebrations and weddings with an odd concert and pub gig thrown in.
We have 5 C.D's to our name to date, one of which is a C.D. of the songs and poems of Scotland's National Bard, Robert Burns.
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Yard of Ale - Friday 6 December 2013
With many years of experience entertaining corporate, hotel, pub and club customers in and around Scotland, the hallmark of Yard Of Ale is their versatility in both material and instrumentation. Their repertoire and it's presentation is a refreshing slant on popular folk music which has proved to appeal to the most varied of audiences.
Yard Of Ale are the popular hosts of the highly acclaimed Caledonian Folk and Blues Festival in the Edinburgh Festival Fringe where they have performed annually since it's inception in 1994. Normally headlining their own shows, the band have also supported Michael Marra and the Alexander Brothers at some of their recent shows.
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Whiterose - 17 January 2014
Whiterose are a hard working multi-instrumental, vocal harmonic Folk Duo specializing in Scottish/Jacobite themes.
Formed by Kev Wilson and Dougie Smith, Whiterose have an instrument selection of Guild electro acoustic guitar, Freshman electro acoustic guitar, Mandolins, Bouzouki, Bodhrans, Harmonica and Whistles. With a long list of original compositions and many traditional songs from the Scottish and Jacobite field has seen them play all over the country.
Whiterose have also played in USA entertaining our distant cousins across the pond with some old music from home, but why not come along and see for yourself.
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Gaberlunzie - 21 February 2014
Robin Watson and Gordon Menzies have been together as Gaberlunzie since the early 1970s and are well known for producing an exciting blend of modern and traditional songs. Essentially Scottish, with an emphasis on rhythm and harmony, Gaberlunzie has a wide appeal to audiences both at home and abroad. They have travelled extensively in Europe, Canada, United States, and the Middle East, taking with them not only Scottish music but also that other extra special ingredient - Scottish humour.
The Gabs, as they are popularly called among their loyal following of supporters, have a wealth of experience in performing for a wide variety of audiences - from folk clubs to football stadiums, from holiday resorts to concert halls. They have appeared many times on television and radio not only in the UK but also in Canada, and the United States.
To date, Gaberlunzie have recorded 25 albums and three videos.In addition, they have been engaged in solo projects creating albums in different musical styles. Robin's are entitled Summer Storms and Colours. Gordon's solo album is Full Circle. Their latest CD release is called "Of A' The Airts" and is available now.
The performance of the duo spans the breadth of Scottish culture. As singers, instrumentalists, and songwriters, their talents are impressive and Gaberlunzie's gift for entertainment is unsurpassed in Scottish folk music.
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Cairdeas - TBC - 21 March 2014
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North Sea Gas - 25 April 2014
North Sea Gas: Ronnie MacDonald, Grant Simpson and Dave Gilfillan
Thirty years and stronger than ever!! One of Scotlands most popular folk bands with great vocals and tremendous three part harmonies. Guitars, Mandolin, Fiddle, Bouzouki, Whistles, Bodhrans, Banjo and good humour are all part of the entertainment. They have received Gold and Silver disc awards from the Scottish Music Industry Association and regularly have sell out shows at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe!!
They have recorded 15 albums and are constantly adding new material to their show, with the latest album "Tak a dram afore ye go" proving yet again very popular with fans all over the world. "The album is offered in the spirit of enjoyment, and in that it succeeds superbly" (on their recent live album "Edinburgh Toon").
- Alasdair Maclean (The Scots Magazine).
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Tarneybackle - 23 May 2014
Tarneybackle is one of Scotland's popular folk groups, performing a wide range of traditional and contemporary folk music. The band sing mainly Scottish folk songs, adding in some tunes and material from North America and Ireland. Close harmony singing is Tarneybackle's hallmark. Songs are accompanied by a sensitive blend of guitar, mandolin, bouzouki, octave mandola, flute, whistles and percussion.
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Luckenbooth - 13 June 2014
The original Luckenbooth, a four-piece folk band formed in 1999. We play traditional and contemporary folk music with a sprinkling of pop. Based in Lanarkshire, we have played at Dalgety Bay, Stirling, Falkirk, Dunfermline, Chapelton, Stonehouse, Leith and Crail Folk Clubs and also the Wee Folk Club in Edinburgh. We have also played at the Tinto and Lomond Folk Festivals and have performed in the Open Stage at Cetic Connections. We released an album entitled 'Finally Tuned' in December 2006 and our latest, 'Sun and Moon and Stars' was released in January 2013.
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Stephen Quigg - 19 September 2014
Stephen Quigg has long since established himself on the Scottish folk scene and after more than thirtyfive years of singing, he is still dedicated to the music and the songs of Scotland. Stephen accompanies himself on guitar and bodhran (occasionally also the banjo when he remembers to bring it) and with an outstanding voice, you can watch him capture the attention of any audience. Through wit, charm and an obvious love and respect for the music he delivers, Stephen has gained many constant followers, who travel regularly to his gigs in Scotland and beyond.
The songs Stephen sings range from pin-dropping traditional ballads to footstomping songs of battle (as he’ll point out, he only sings about the battles Scotland won, which possibly doesn’t leave a whole lot). With effortless ease he also blends the traditional material with songs of a more contemporary date keeping the material fresh and the performer enthusiastic. In 2001 Stephen joined the internationally acclaimed folk group the McCalmans and has since then added to his solo career a busy touring life in Scotland and mainland Europe. The group called it a day in 2010 after many successful years. Stephen , however, continues his solo career in Scotland and abroad renewing old friendships and making some new ones along the way.
Stephen has performed at countless venues from major festivals and top theatres to the smallest of Highland village halls. There is, however, one fine thread running through his performance whether the numbers in the audience are counted in tens or thousands - that is the quality of his singing, and the value of the music he lives through and continues to pass on.
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On the Wagon - 17 October 2014
“On the Wagon is a multi-talented, Folk and Ceilidh band and have performed at some of the UK’s top venues and abroad to great acclaim in Germany, Ireland and Denmark. We are absolutely delighted to have them play for us at the Folk Club.”
The band comprise, Derek Richardson, vocals, guitar, foot bass, mandolin and pipes. Ken Charleson,vocals, guitar and keyboard. Pat Stuart, guitar and accordion. Davy McMartin, harmonica and concertina.
They have been together as a band for 12 years and we are all based in Perthshire,and perform mainly at festivals, corporate functions, celebrations and weddings with an odd concert and pub gig thrown in.
We have 5 C.D's to our name to date, one of which is a C.D. of the songs and poems of Scotland's National Bard, Robert Burns.
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Bruce & Walker - 14 November 2014
THEY’RE BACK!
Two of Scotland’s finest singer songwriters have joined forces again after 25 years and are once more wowing audiences with their powerful performances.
Over the years Ian Bruce and Ian Walker have enjoyed considerable award winning success with their albums and their own original songs which have been widely sung and recorded by other artists. Although the influence of their Scottish heritage shines through in their sets, which include songs from the tradition and Robert Burns, the mainstay of their performance is the quality of their self-penned and co-written songs.
Whilst both still continue to pursue solo careers, audiences will enjoy listening to the refreshing, potent blend of their voices and instruments which include guitars, mandolin, autoharp, percussion and even a banjo!
"I saw the guys recently at “The Edinburgh Folk Club” and I can honestly say it was one of the best nights I’ve had in a club for years. They create a relaxed atmosphere throughout the evening and their songs and delivery is second to none". Ian McCalman
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Yard of Ale - 5 December 2014
If you like your music folksy, country, traditional or contemporary with plenty of close harmony and cheeky banter, Yard of Ale are the band for you. Check out our gig guide and come along and enjoy yourself. We'll be playing and singing Scottish music, Irish music, American music and, if it takes our fancy, some English music. Acoustic guitars, banjos, fiddle, mandolin, harmonica, whistle, washboards, kazoos, in fact anything we can rattle a good tune or rhythm out of will be pressed into service.
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