Skipinnish
| Skipinnish | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Scottish Highlands & Islands |
| Genres | Trad. Scottish |
| Years active | 1999–present |
| Labels | Skipinnish Records |
| Website | Skipinnish |
| Members |
Angus MacPhail Andrew Stevenson Robert Robertson Ross Wilson Alasdair Murray |
Skipinnish is a traditional Scottish Gaelic band from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
History
The band (and brand) Skipinnish was created by Angus MacPhail and Andrew Stevenson in 1999 - both studying at the RSAMD in Glasgow.
Current line-up consists of:
Angus MacPhail: Accordion, Vocals
Andrew Stevenson: Highland Bagpipes, Small Pipes, Whistles, Fiddle.
Robert Robertson: Lead Singer, Guitar
Ross Wilson: Piano, Bass
Alasdair Murray: Drums, Highland Bagpipes
Regular Guest Musicians Also Include:
Archie McAllister: Fiddle
Duncan Nicholson: Small Pipes, Bagpipes, Whistles
The Skipinnish Brand is also used to market whisky and the two ceilidh houses which have been built in Oban and Fort William. They also have their own record label which issues acts such as Skerryvore and Gary Innes.
Discography
- Skipinnish (2001)
- Sgurr Mor to Skerryvore (2003)
- The Sound of the Summer (2007)
- Live From The Ceilidh House (2009)
- Atlantic Roar (2013)
- Western Ocean (2014)