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03/07/2011

Singer-songwriter Findlay Napier delves into the Radio Scotland archives to pick a rich mix of the best in Celtic music and chat. Among the talented musicians featured are Tom Waits, Rab Noakes, Steve Earle, John Martyn, Dougie MacLean, Loudon Wainwright III and Mavis Staples.

5 hours, 30 minutes

Last on

Sun 3 Jul 2011 00:30

Chapters

  • Cunningham and Co - John Martyn

    Phil Cunningham chats with legendary Scottish songwriter John Martyn.

    Duration: 54:59

  • A Place in My Mind - Dougie MacLean

    Keith Aitken takes Dougie MacLean back to a place which has special memories for him and discovers what makes it so special.

    Duration: 26:16

  • The Amazing Mavis Staples

    An extended interview with the successful artist who has been performing for over 60 years with The Staple Singers. Here Mavis describes her career as a gospel singer and a civil rights activist.

    Duration: 55:37

  • Waxing Lyrical - Tom Waits

    Have you ever wondered how Tom Waits writes his incredible songs? The art of writing great lyrics is revealed by musician Davie Scott.

    Duration: 28:34

  • Songlines - Shipbuilding

    John Cavanagh explores the classic 80s song, Shipbuilding.

    Duration: 26:37

  • The Usual Suspects - Loudon Wainwright III

    Loudon Wainwright III chats with David Stenhouse about his life and songs.

    Duration: 51:09

  • My Life in Five Songs - Rab Noakes

    Rab Noakes is a songwriter, performer and producer who has been influential in Scotland for many years. He talks to Phil Cunningham about his life and the music that's important to him.

    Duration: 28:37

  • Brand New Country - Steve Earle

    Bryan Burnett talks with Steve Earle about his life and songs

    Duration: 54:48

Broadcast

  • Sun 3 Jul 2011 00:30