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A crowd of people enjoying a live outdoor music performance at a festival in a rural area. Hills and some structures are visible in the background. The image is credited to Austin Taylor Photography, 2013.

Ten years since Glusstonberry: ‘It really did bring folk together’

Some hailed it as the ‘best weekend ever’ – and the sun-kissed community-run festival will live long in the memory

20 July 2023

Two men stand outdoors on a rocky coastal landscape. One wears a blue jacket and cap, the other an orange puffy jacket. Both smile at the camera under a cloudy sky.

Songs, spoken word and soundscapes at daily Tall Ships concert in Mareel

18 July 2023

Aerial view of a coastal landscape with cliffs, green fields, scattered buildings, and a body of water under a blue sky with clouds.

Tall Ships visit sure to put the wind in Yell’s sails

13 July 2023

A woman and a man are steering a sailboat together. The woman is holding the wheel while the man stands beside her, both smiling. The background shows a cloudy sky and the sea.

Tiersens to sail to Shetland for gigs during Tall Ships week

8 July 2023

A sign reading "Island Custom Music" is propped on a wooden post with a scenic view of a lake and rolling hills in the background.

Musical souvenir producers receive boost from Business Gateway

3 July 2023

A man in a black hoodie sits against a mottled gray backdrop, looking towards the camera.

Rapper Stormzy references ‘the Shetlands’ in new song

28 June 2023

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Broadcaster and critic to speak about ‘radical’ new classical music book in Bigton

22 June 2023

Two musicians perform on stage, one playing a traditional drum while the other plays a handpan. The backdrop features patterned tapestries, and various musical instruments are visible in the background.

Sidiki shines in Scalloway at final JAWS gig

19 June 2023

Side-by-side portrait of two men. The man on the left is shown in black and white, wearing a casual jacket. The man on the right, in color, has curly hair and a beard, with percussion instruments behind him.

Young folk invited to get jamming with pro musicians

13 June 2023

Black and white photo of an elderly man wearing round glasses, a patterned cap, and a scarf. He has a white beard and mustache and is looking at the camera.

Fifteen years of Jeff at JAWS: ‘I was sucked in like a hoover!’

8 June 2023

•Shetland Lives

A band performs on stage with a drummer, guitarist, violinist, and bassist in front of a backdrop that reads "The Pop.

All-day music bonanza well underway

3 June 2023

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‘We were screaming so loud’ – joy for local lasses as Harry Styles waves their Shetland flag

29 May 2023

•Entertainment

A guitarist performs on stage with a red electric guitar, accompanied by a bassist and drummer, under red stage lighting.

Session guitarist to deliver masterclass and concert this weekend

18 May 2023

A person in a brown dress stands outdoors on a hill, holding a guitar upright. The background shows a coastline with fields and a cloudy sky.

Sturgeon to bring audio-visual trio performance to Mareel and Bigton

6 May 2023

•Entertainment

A young woman holding a violin, standing against a purple-lit backdrop. She is wearing a black t-shirt and jeans.

Evie named Shetland’s Young Fiddler of the Year

23 April 2023

A band performs on a stage with colorful lights and fog effects. The singer at the center wears a yellow jacket, and the guitarist on the right wears a white shirt and long curly hair wig.

Tribute band announced as final Tall Ships headliner

A full draft programme of events has also been released

7 April 2023

New DJ event aims to get younger generation into electronic music

The night at the Gulberwick Hall will be open for ages 16 plus

22 March 2023

Person holding a microphone and performing on stage under blue lights, with a tiger design on their black t-shirt and a red hair accessory.

‘Hip hop harpist’ Anise shortlisted for Scottish music prize

21 March 2023

Young promoters to return with varied gig at Mareel

17 March 2023

A man plays a saxophone with his eyes closed on a dark stage. He is wearing a patterned shirt and has a beard. The image is in black and white.

Trio of music improvisers to head north for workshop and concert

13 March 2023

Three men in winter jackets stand on a grassy dune with a beach and ocean in the background. The man in the center wears a hooded coat with fur trim.

Peat and Diesel added to Tall Ships line-up

8 March 2023

Webb’s trio to release debut album

5 March 2023

A person with short, dark hair sits on the floor against a teal background, wearing a white sleeveless top and brown pants.

US singer-songwriter ready for Mareel gig – after nearly three years of waiting

1 March 2023

One of Scotland's most prominent young rock bands, Tide Lines, are the headline attraction for the Thursday night.

First headliner announced for Tall Ships music line-up

Tide Lines, Aly Bain, The Chair and Inge Thomson are among those who have joined the bill

10 February 2023

Amy ‘delighted’ to be named young trad musician of the year

5 February 2023

‘The atmosphere is always electric’: life as an Up Helly Aa jarl squad musician

30 January 2023

Flamenco and folk at Mareel in February

20 January 2023

Claire to bring Shetland stories, dialect and songwriting to classrooms

20 January 2023

Peatbog Faeries and New Orleans-style brass band on Tall Ships music bill

13 January 2023

Radiohead drummer among packed line-up for Mareel gig

Philip Selway will be joined the bill by Cardigans singer Nina Persson, organiser James Yorkston, Rachel Sermanni and Marjolein Robertson

6 January 2023

Live music scene revels in festive season without Covid restrictions

23 December 2022

Jazz and world music crew to return with concerts and workshops

29 November 2022

Young jazz musicians reach high level with debut album

High Level Hot Club will launch their first CD at Mareel this afternoon

26 November 2022

Norman nominated again for Scottish jazz award

12 November 2022

Music workshops with a difference for young people

11 November 2022

Inventive Finnish seven-piece Frigg went down a storm. Photo: Lieve Boussauw.

Folk festival nominated for traditional music award

Inge Thomson is also up for the music producer of the year prize

7 November 2022

Amy shines on piano to land place in young traditional musician of the year final

4 November 2022

Return of Christmas spree gigs will be ‘emotional, but lots of fun’

18 October 2022

Musician and storyteller unite to explore whaling heritage

5 October 2022

World wide Webb? Music trio to play overseas

21 September 2022

Hallur Joensen dropped into the Pitt Lane studios this week. Photo courtesy of BBC Radio Shetland.

Faroese country singer returns for two concerts

13 September 2022

Richey returns for intimate Lerwick gig

8 September 2022

Literature, food and music on board the Swan

24 August 2022

For those about to rock: local bands look forward to Orkney festival

15 August 2022

Music man Matthew ‘privileged’ to book bands for Tall Ships

12 August 2022

Nisbet lines up homecoming gig to launch new album

6 August 2022

Folk Frenzy prepares for return in 2023

15 July 2022

The listed store building at Hillswick's waterfront has been transformed into an art gallery. Photo: Tom Morton

Kate Bush memorabilia among items up for grabs as Hillswick gallery opens doors

31 May 2022

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