Scotland's finest singer-songwriter.
“Dougie MacLean is Scotland's pre-eminent singer-songwriter and a national musical treasure” (SingOut USA) who has developed a unique blend of lyrical, 'roots based' songwriting and instrumental composition. He is internationally renowned for his song Caledonia, music for 'Last of the Mohicans' and inspired
performances.
His songs have been covered by Paolo Nutini, Amy MacDonald, Ronan Keating, MaryBlack, Frankie Miller, Cara Dillon, Kathy Mattea and many other top performers.
He has received two prestigious Tartan Clef Awards, a place in the Scottish Music Hall of Fame, a Lifetime Achievement Award from BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and an OBE.
Approximate running time: 2 hours
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