For our next ‘In Conversation With..’ series, we chat to BBC Introducing Artist, Alex Maxwell. Alex writes songs that are semi-autobiographical and since starting his musical career in Edinburgh in 2015, his music has shifted gradually from being troubadour-like to include upbeat singalongs. Alex's vocals are inspired his favourite bands in the the Scottish indie scene - including the energy and imagination from The Tallest Man on Earth, the punk rock sense of honesty from Frank Turner, the delivery from Villagers and Bright Eyes and the free flowing melodies of Vance Joy and Shakey Graves.

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In Conversation With.. Frozen Shores

For our next ‘In Conversation With..’ series, we chat to Ruari Barber-Fleming, the man behind Frozen Shores. Ruari is an independent songwriter and producer hailing from Dumfries and Galloway. His music is passionately ambient and fraught with emotive lyrics and has been described as, “absolutely stunning” (Charlie Ashcroft, BT Music / Amazing Radio) and if you’ve been lucky enough to catch him live, you’ll know his shows are unique in their collaborative quality as he works closely with a host of other local professional musicians to achieve the best performance possible.

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In Conversation With.. Doonhame Festival

It takes real courage to create something entirely of your own devising, in particular when it concerns music. Too many original thoughts and concepts have known to be immediately quashed by outside forces or by seemingly unavoidable obstacles – impeding progress and leaving the big dreams that are created in the mind to stay there as unfulfilled desires. However, this description does not apply to our very own Sandy Sweetman - the co-director of our home-grown music festival, Doonhame Festival.

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In Conversation With.. Kate Kyle

For our next ‘In Conversation With..’ series, we chat to Kate Kyle, who, equipped with a unique blend of soulful country and powerful voice, is establishing herself in the Scottish music scene, with performances at Celtic Connections, Big Burns Supper and Resonate Live, as well as being shortlisted for BBC Scotland’s Singer/Songwriter Award.

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In Conversation With.. North Atlas

For our next ‘In Conversation With..’ series, we chat to Leon, Cam and Liam who make up the Scottish Alternative trio North Atlas, providing Cinematic sounds and a thunderous live presence, North Atlas provide a fresh perspective to the genre as a band of brothers whose contrasting influences combine to defy the traditional sensibilities of a rock 'n’ roll band.

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In Conversation With.. Ra

For our next ‘In Conversation With..’ series, we caught up with gentle torrent of talent know as Ra. Hailing from Dumfries but now based in Edinburgh, Ra’s smooth vocals, lyrical prowess, surprising covers and ability to switch between guitar and ukulele have established her solo acoustic sets a consistent delight.

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5 bands you didn't know played in D&G

Yes, Doonhamers. Some of music’s finest rabble-rousers, trendsetters and iconoclasts performed in this very place. We’ve delved into the Doonhamer Hive Mind, unearthing a treasure trove of some of the strangest and most prolific musical memories our wee valley has. From the dark depths of the Sabbath to the dizzying highs of Shamen, these are five bands you didnie even know Dumfries ever hosted…

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In Conversation With.. Kasama

For our next ‘In Conversation With..’ series, we caught up with Kirkcudbright based Kasama. Since forming in 2016, the band has enjoyed huge success including a nomination for the Performing Artist of the Year category of the Dumfries & Galloway Life awards in 2018, the release of their debut EP and, most recently, their new single ‘Deep Water’, which was accompanied by a music video shot by Ruari Barber-Fleming.

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In Conversation With.. VanIves

For our next ‘In Conversation With..’ series, we caught up with the multi-genre-bending trio, VanIves. Hailing from South-West Scotland, their sound originates from the dance floor, layering catchy hooks and immersive imagery which is quietly making them Scotland's most exciting export.

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In Conversation With.. Prussia Snailham

In conversation with.. Prussia Snailham - a piano-based musical experience with songs about love, insanity, conversations, life, loss, animals and sarcasm. A captivating performance driven by its melancholic and evocative vocals/melodies, heartfelt and clever lyrics, with dynamic, unpredictable, stabbing percussion throughout… elements of hip-hop, minimalism, blues/jazz and art-pop!

Dumfries MusicDMC Admin30 March 2020Q&A

The Plaza: An Update

Like most, or all of us, we find ourselves living amid strange and uncertain times, as the novel coronavirus continues to flourish. It is with a sad inevitability that it affects all parts of our daily lives, but what is most concerning is that our beloved music industry has been grounded to an absolute halt. However, this time has given us all some great reflection and with isolation giving the creative the time to thrive, I have thus decided that it was time to sit down and update you all on the efforts that contribute towards THE PLAZA.

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Q&A: Tiderays & 'Moving On'

Tiderays are a five-piece folk tinged Indie Rock band from Dumfries who have been together for three years. Melodic rock with a folk tinge, Tiderays are well on the way to fulfilling their potential. Following last year’s The Anchor, Papillon and Parallel single launches, they released their debut album ‘Moving On’ at the end of Janaury.

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