The Boy Lacks Patience (aka Chris Murty) writes in his own original and idiosyncratic style, with fantastic fingerwork on the keys and a distinctive voice, he is an excellent piano singer/somgwriter.

Congratulations is due to Chris for winning Tom Morton's "Critial Choice" on BBC Radio Scotland. You can hear his appearance at on his website www.theboylackspatience.com

Young-esque 12-string strumming, harmonica blowing troubadour.

The truobador of the south, on the other hand, thought the name makes no greater claim to individuality, leaves on his songs an imprint of a personal mannerism, if not a fully independant style; and we have at least some anecdotes. - J.M. Cohen.

Contact: Email

Great folky-bluesy acoustica from the Pictones singer, songwriter and guitarist. The Pictones have their CD Jellytown out at the moment.

Da Craa Dang Pussy translates as The Crow that Chased the Cat and features Kevin Henderson and Andrew Gifford from Fiddlers' Bid, Bethany Reid from Filska; and Grant J Nicol from The Davy Hendry Mandolin Orchestra. playing a blistering and beautiful set of tunes from the Shetland Isles.

The critically acclaimed Chris T-T, with sarcastic songs such as "Eminem is Gay" and "Drink Beer" to beautiful acoustic songs such as "Build a bridge, burn a bridge" - excellent stuff! www.christt.com

A local singer/songwriter, who likes his static, currently getting his musical enterprise Delawair together - with Dale Potter on drums.

As well as an accomplished folk-accompionist for Banish Misfortune and SAL, Paul is and excellent singer/songwriter in his own right. Here performing to his usual, exceptional standard of finger-picking.

Singer and guitarist for The Kitchen Cynic Orchestra, Alan is the Great Auntie-Folk Hero of the local scene. Excellent entertainment.

Website: The Kitchen Cynics

The name says it all!
Commical irreverence from Aberdeen's premier multi-national acoustic jesting duo, with hits from Frank Zappa to Disney

Amber, a local singer/songwriter, taught herself guitar, started writing songs when she was 9 and has been playing live since she was 15.

Singing in a beautifully soothing voice, not dissimilar to Norah Jones, she carries the audience away with the bare accompaniment of just her guitar.

She is recording her début E.P. at the moment, soon to be released and recently supported Speedway at the Lemon Tree.

Contact: Email

Mark Byrne, originally from Glasgow, writes great tunes with a singalong chorus or two and the odd Beatles cover thrown in - usually joined by John Jones on bass.

A typically vibrant and funny performance from Aberdeen's premier acoustic punksters. With songs about love, life and females being bitches!
Pure acoustic romance! www.lerenoamps.com

Compared to Dylan, Young. Browne or Ryan Adams, Roddy Hart from Glasgow write timeless songs, sings in a distinctive voice and is sure to be "a well-kent name in his own right..." (Daily Record, 14/05/04)

Website: Roddy Hart

As lead singer of The Little Kicks, Steven Milne with his floppy hair delivers a stella acoustic set of the bands songs.

Website: The Little Kicks

The spellbinding, unique and wonderful Kathryn Sawers - tender, breathy vocals layered over the top of hauntingly beautiful piano.

Beautiful melodies, raspy vocals and folky rhythms from this warm acoustic 5-piece from Glasgow. Very very good!
Visit their website at www.unklebob.com

Ellie Mulhern, originally from Shetland, has been making a name for herself as a sensational vocal talent and original songwriter.

She recently released a debut single, a limited edition release, through Shetlands' Bleatbeat Records in September 2004.

"...like Jeff Buckley or Joni Mitchell, Ellie orbits in an entirely different sphere of sound."
(The Shetland Times, 10/09/04)

Website: Ellie Music

Glasgow singer/songwriter accompanied by Rebecca on cello.
Visit his website at www.michaelhargan.com

Amy Sawers with a beautiful, soaring voice can play excellent solo acoustic shows as well as rockin' out with her band. Buy her CD's online from Fat Hippy Records.

Steve is a multi-instramentalist who simmers jazz, folk and blues into a subtle melting pot of classic songwriting seasoned with a souful voice

Steve is the dummer in the The Simon Gall Band

Aberdeen's premier female singer/songwriter, soon to be moving away to the south of England to pursue her musical career. Best of luck Jo (and watch out for pillars!).

Website: Jo McCafferty

My Beautiful Ex-Girlfriend, a.k.a. Jamie Sturt, is and excellent acoustic performer with a stong voice.

Chris is an exceptional local guitartist who writes great southern-fried country songs and has a voice with more balls than...well a thing with loads of balls!

Website www.hielanjam.com (a little out-of-date)

Lead singer and songwriter from Glasgow's The Grim Northern Social playing solo with just his acoustic guitar for company. Probably the best acoustic performance I've seen. What a voice!

"...[as] he pushes his larynx to ever loftier heights with a string of unfeasible whoops, hollers and shrieks [...] it's clear he's that rare thing - a natural born star."
(Play Music, Feb 04)

Website: The Grim Northern Social

With a strong voice Joe delivers powerful sets of his songs. After recently moving to Brighton, Joe has formed a band and is in hot pursuit of a musical career. Good Luck Joe.

Website: Joe Gallacher

Strumming a baritone guitar, and possessing a great selection of highly original songs, the Dublin-born Ms Keenan will hold your attention, both as an idiosyncratic guitarist and captivating singer.

Fiona Keenan @ Myspace

An incredible show! Visit his website at www.theshowistherainbow.com

Originally from South Africa and now living in Shetland, Sven is the lead singer of NOMAD who will be releasing a CD on Shetlands BleatBeat Records.

Contact: through Bleatbeat Records