OLD BLIND DOGS

Since their formation in Aberdeen in the early 90s, Old Blind Dogs have been at the forefront of the Scottish music revival. They have developed their own style based on a powerful mix of songs and instrumentals. Dynamic percussion, warm and energetic vocals, a vibrant fiddle and bagpipes, backed by the strings of a guitar and a cittern, and you have a recipe for success.

The Dogs, who will celebrate their 30th anniversary in 2022, have undergone a number of changes over the years. So much so that the only original member still in the band is fiddler and singer Jonny Hardie. He is joined by Aaron Jones on cittern, guitar and vocals, Ali Hutton on bagpipes and whistles and Donald Hay on percussion.
Their new album, full of energy, will be released in Scotland on 19 November. It's a bold new album, once again, that aims to turn the page on the pandemic and the two years of no concerts. On this album, traditional songs - John Barleycorn, Earl of Jura - but also a good number of compositions by Ali Hutton and Jonny Hardie - Knucklehead Circus, Akins Reel, The Road or Highland Lassie Part 2 - as well as two/three songs written by deceased friends: Gordon Duncan, Davy Steele and Rick Taylor.
As is often the case on their albums, they give a nod to Brittany with a Breton Suite that features Jean-Michel Veillon.  With this album, the band members wanted to reconnect with the stage and their audience. They have succeeded in their bet with a very danceable record.

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