Meschiya Lake & the little big horns
I saw this band in Brookfield Village Hall in September 2012 they are a New Orleans style jazz band ...... and in short, they are great, check them out on Youtube. Class act
The Outside Track
Travelled through to Stirling on the 8th April, to see the Outside Track perform. 5 people, two of who, were Scots, Two Irish and one Canadian .... made up a folky band that enterained the audience for the night.
The had a decent change and pace to their songs, with an accomplished set.
Some picyures of the journey through and gig itself.
Check them out: http://www.theoutsidetrack.com/band.htm
The had a decent change and pace to their songs, with an accomplished set.
Some picyures of the journey through and gig itself.
Check them out: http://www.theoutsidetrack.com/band.htm
Gordie Tentrees
Playing at Kilbarchan, In November, all the way from the Yukon in Canada was Gordie Tentrees. Infact if you are wanting more information, then it is probably best summed up by VOICE MAGAZINE, see below
"If you’re a roots fan, and I know you are, Gordie Tentrees’s third album will bring you many hours of bliss. And don’t just give it one listen—it really does grow on you, transport you, even. These are aimless north country drifter songs, redolent of wood smoke, gasoline, pine needles, moss, beer, and river water, with lyrical substance and thoughtful, joyfully executed musical arrangements.
There is a virile energy in blues when it’s done right, a rugged, pared down, carnal essentiality by no means confined to the male sex. It can be tempting to put out too much of it and that’s when it loses its salience to become monotonous, but in this album the virility is part of a spectrum that also includes introspection, tenderness, fun country licks, and rollicking rhythms. The contrast is mutually advantageous.
Tentrees played four instruments on this one; vocals, guitar, dobro, and harmonica. Mercy or Sin manifests six of The Mindful Bard’s criteria for music well worth a listen: 1) it is authentic, original, and delightful; 2) it confronts existing injustices; 3) it displays an engagement with and compassionate response to suffering; 4) it inspires an awareness of the sanctity of creation; 5) it is about attainment of the true self; and 6) it provides respite from a sick and cruel world, a respite enabling me to renew myself for a return to mindful endeavour."
"If you’re a roots fan, and I know you are, Gordie Tentrees’s third album will bring you many hours of bliss. And don’t just give it one listen—it really does grow on you, transport you, even. These are aimless north country drifter songs, redolent of wood smoke, gasoline, pine needles, moss, beer, and river water, with lyrical substance and thoughtful, joyfully executed musical arrangements.
There is a virile energy in blues when it’s done right, a rugged, pared down, carnal essentiality by no means confined to the male sex. It can be tempting to put out too much of it and that’s when it loses its salience to become monotonous, but in this album the virility is part of a spectrum that also includes introspection, tenderness, fun country licks, and rollicking rhythms. The contrast is mutually advantageous.
Tentrees played four instruments on this one; vocals, guitar, dobro, and harmonica. Mercy or Sin manifests six of The Mindful Bard’s criteria for music well worth a listen: 1) it is authentic, original, and delightful; 2) it confronts existing injustices; 3) it displays an engagement with and compassionate response to suffering; 4) it inspires an awareness of the sanctity of creation; 5) it is about attainment of the true self; and 6) it provides respite from a sick and cruel world, a respite enabling me to renew myself for a return to mindful endeavour."
Clive Creigson
Played in Kilbarchan in November 2012, he had lots of nice wee stories to entertain between songs, however when I found a youtube clip from 2008, i found that his "jokes" and "patter" was exactly the same, then as it was in 2012 ..... ah well, if it works !!!!
Kent Duchaine
Went to see Kent Duchaine at the Stirling Toolbooth, he is a blues man with "old Bessie" his steel guitar that he has had for 35 years, for company. Good night out, especially with a few drinks and a meal before the gig. A couple of pictures from around Stirling, are also included.
The Henry Girls
The Henry Girls, were an Irish Girl band from Donegal, they had a guest Gutarist from America with them, called Ry Cavanaugh All the songs were light unofensive and gentle. Still they were good.
Dave Gibb
Dave Gibb, who sang at the Star Folk Club.
Mollie O'Brein
Mollie O'Brein, who performed in Kilbarchan accompanied by her husband, Tim.
Joe Brown in Concert
Joe Brown was in attendance at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow, he performed with his son "Pete". Left, and also Phil Capaldi, Ben Lee & Mike Nichols
Marty Wilde & the Wildcats
Playing at the Ayr Gaiety Threatre in Ayrshire on the 10th May 2013, Rock "n" Roll for ols people !!!
Albert Lee & Hogan's Heros
They played at the Renfrew Ferry venue in Glasgow
Stray Birds.
Kilbarchan
Gt Boos Band
Stirling
Woody Pines
Kilbarchan
Tubby Horse Company (Catherine Duguid)
Edinburgh
The Dirty Beggars
Don Mclean
Don McLean is one of America’s most enduring singer-songwriters and is forever associated with his classic hits “American Pie“,”Vincent (Starry Starry Night)”, “Castles in the Air”, “And I Love You So” and “Crying”. Since first hitting the charts in 1971, Don has amassed over 40 gold and platinum records world-wide and, in 2004, was inducted into the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame. His songs have been recorded by artists from every musical genre, most notably Madonna’s No. 1 recording of “American Pie” in 2000 and George Michael’s version of “The Grave” in 2003, sung in protest at the Iraq War.
Railsplitters & the Hot Seats
From their home in the Colorado Rockies, The Railsplitters have been scaling new heights with a refreshing and charming range of bluegrass and beyond-bluegrass music. For a debut album, The Railsplitters sound remarkably assured, playing with the kind of abandon their live shows are known for.
The Hot Seats
"Old timey music has probably never been played better than it is by this tremendous band of virtuosic ‘hillbillies.’ On this new album they seamlessly mix a few of their own compositions with ‘public domain’ songs and a few by named writers, ending up with a ‘good time’ album of extreme quality that catches the fire and passion of their live sets! They were known a few years ago as ‘Special Ed and the Shortbus’ but with a few lineup changes they have settled on the Hot Seats. Great band and an excellent album as are its predecessors ." -Americana Roots UK
The Hot Seats
"Old timey music has probably never been played better than it is by this tremendous band of virtuosic ‘hillbillies.’ On this new album they seamlessly mix a few of their own compositions with ‘public domain’ songs and a few by named writers, ending up with a ‘good time’ album of extreme quality that catches the fire and passion of their live sets! They were known a few years ago as ‘Special Ed and the Shortbus’ but with a few lineup changes they have settled on the Hot Seats. Great band and an excellent album as are its predecessors ." -Americana Roots UK