An explosive six-piece line-up with strong links to the Western Highlands and Islands, Trail West are a band who continue to rise in popularity from their modest roots as a four-piece West Coast Ceilidh Band to a formidable Live Act worthy of any festival stage.

 After their long anticipated celebratory 10th year as a band – which saw the release of their fourth album and a sell-out show at Glasgow’s famous Barrowland Ballroom – Trail West have continued to flourish throughout 2023 with a third consecutive sell-out Barrowlands show following on from a performance at Scotland’s biggest entertainment venue – the OVO Hydro – and a nomination as Live Act of the Year at the Scots Trad Music Awards in 2022. Trail West are... Alain Campbell: Guitar/ Whistles Allan Nairn: Electric Guitar Andrew Findlater/ Drums Ian Smith: Accordion Jonathan Gillespie: Keyboard Seonaidh MacIntyre: Whistles/ Pipes/ Vocals & Guitar

Rapidly becoming one of Ireland’s most popular entertainment acts. The Tumbling Paddies have grown from strength to strength, particularly in the past two years. It is no surprise that their music is played in many venues throughout the world. Originally starting out in 2014 as a five-piece performing at local weddings and pubs in their beloved County Fermanagh the band has continuously evolved to where they are today. It wasn’t long until Oisin came in on keyboards and the band started to expand on their music gaining more and more followers as they toured. A major turning point was the chance introduction with Manager Andrew Cox after a performance in Belleek, County Fermanagh. Andrew gave the lads the drive and determination to record and perform throughout Ireland and further afield. After a few years of heavy gigging and indeed the band's first album of ten original tracks they have attracted a large group of loyal fans throughout Ireland and further afield. They continue to sell out venues up and down Ireland such as the TF Castlebar and the INEC in Killarney as well as many venues throughout the world having previously toured in Dubai, Germany, Spain, and England. Songwriting and original material is a major part of The Tumbling Paddies. Many of these songs have been hits over the last number of years including 'Pretty Girl' and 'Night on the Town' but the band's major success is 'The Way I Am' which topped the Irish charts for 10 weeks. It is no surprise that the band is in hot demand with their exuberant energy-filled live show. Their mix of Original Material along with many classics brings you one of the best nights of entertainment out there.

Valtos, comprised of Skye natives Daniel Docherty and Martyn MacDonald, have taken the Trad and Electronic music worlds by storm. Since their debut shows in December 2021, they have captivated audiences at festivals and sold-out venues nationwide. Their music has been described by Folk Radio UK as "like nothing you've heard before," blending influences from electronic and folk music. Inspired by artists like Martyn Bennet, Peatbog Faeries, Odesza, Madeon, and Bicep, Valtos creates a unique and genre-defying sound. Valtos' self-titled debut album, released in June 2022, features collaborations with Donnie Munro (Runrig), Lana Pheutan, Eilidh Cormack (Sian), Gary Innes (Mànran), Euan McLaughlin (An Dannsa Dub), and Allan MacDonald (Niteworks). The album achieved over 100,000 streams in its first few weeks and they have sold our shows and headlined festivals across the UK - most notably their 2024 Celtic Connections show which sold 1300 tickets in just a few weeks. Prior to their album, Valtos released a number of remixes, featuring Scottish Trad stalwarts including Peatbog Faeries, Project Smok, Niteworks, and Mec Lir. These remixes paved the way for their groundbreaking debut, fueling anticipation and setting the stage for their meteoric rise. Valtos draws inspiration from the breathtaking beauty of their home, infusing their recordings and live performances with a profound sense of place. Joined onstage by a full live band, including Lana Pheutan, Eilidh Cormack, Ali Levack, and Euan McLaughlin, Valtos delivers energetic and unforgettable live experiences. Valtos' musical innovations have garnered recognition, earning them the Up and Coming Artist of the Year award at The Scots Trad Awards 2022 and a nomination for Best Live Act in 2023. Their dedication and boundary-pushing artistry continue to impress critics and fans alike. In their ambitious project, "Valtos and Friends," they have released a new single every month throughout 2023, collaborating with diverse artists. Valtos' fusion of traditional and electronic music inspires and reshapes the musical landscape. With their passion, creativity, and remarkable live shows and collaborations, they stand at the forefront of a new wave of traditional and electronic music.

Ceilidh as you've NEVER seen it before. Madman.

Described as "both very traditional and highly flexible" by Folkworld Magazine's Alex Monaghan, and as "one of the most energetic and creative acts to take root in the local Celtic music scene this century" by Boston Irish Reporter Sean Smith, Scottish Fish present a fresh take on traditional and contemporary Scottish and Cape Breton music. After growing up steeped in the Boston Celtic music scene, these five young women began touring at an early age, quickly enchanting domestic and international audiences with their youthful enthusiasm, creative arrangements, and sensitive performances. As described by a concertgoer, "this powerhouse quintet wows listeners with a luscious and exciting sound, at times five instruments sharing one voice, and others a dynamic orchestra of harmony. Their years of friendship cultivate a truly unique musical bond. Their love for each other and the music they create is a gift they offer to anyone willing to listen."

Raised in Stranraer on a diet of Robert Burns and Harry Lauder, Jarad Rowan is a Scots balladeer for the 21st century. His love for traditional Scottish song began in childhood, however it was during the pandemic that Rowan found his audience, amassing over half a million followers off the back of his home recorded renditions of the songs he grew up with. On his debut album (out soon on Wee Studio Records) Jarad takes the tartan anthems of days gone by and shocks them to life with foot-stomping, ceilidh-bangers, creating singalong folk and trad anthems for the modern era. His magnetic charisma and bold, rich voice have won over audiences all around Scotland from pub stages to festival headlines.

One of the most respected voices of their genre, Indie Trad band Dlù are a trad fusion band from Glasgow. Comprising of Moilidh NicGriogair, Zach Ronan, Aidan Spiers, Andrew Grossart and Seoras Chlad, their eclectic musical backgrounds influence their original melodies and arrangements, giving the band their own distinctive sound. Their name derives from the Gaelic word 'dlùth', meaning tight-knit and close, a tribute not only to the friendship between members but also to the band’s origins which lie in the Glasgow Gaelic School. DLÙ released their debut album ‘Moch’ in February 2022 at the Òran Mòr, Glasgow. Their album has widely recognised with international radio plays and reviews. As Gaelic speakers, DLÙ feel passionately about keeping their culture alive by writing music that appeals not only to members of the Gaelic speaking community but to those who have never heard Scottish Traditional music before.