A great festival where you can be sure of a warm welcome and the chance to relax and enjoy "good craic" in the beautiful, remote setting of Glenelg, renowned for hospitality and good humour.
2008: 26th - 27th September
Tickets: http://www.thebooth.com
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2007: 14th - 15th September 2007: True to creative direction Drams presents a mix of local, national and international musicians. From singer song writers acclaimed for their live performances, through Ceilidh bands known to get the crowd reeling, to traditionally trained musicians putting a contemporary spin on the Celtic sound. The stage plays host to award winning talent including music students from Plockton's National Centre of Excellence, RSAMD, and University of Strathclyde. Expect acoustic, lyrical, pop, folk, roots, rock, psychedelic, metal, bluegrass, americana, country, psychobilly, celtic, ambient and you’ll not be disappointed.
Friday: Skerryvore, play with The Gypsy Queens & a Dog Leg, Esther O’Conner, Cast Ewe Band & Subrosa. Doors open 5pm, live music on stage at 6pm
Saturday: The Porridge Men, play with The Incredible Fling Band, Sandra Macbeth, The Federals & Red Handed. Doors open 6pm, live music on stage at 6.30pm.
Irish musician Brendan Hendry returns this year with friends to play over the weekend.
This is the second year Drams will be held in Glen Bernera where cup marked stones and cairns identify the area as a site of gatherings since prehistoric times. Join with 500 others at Drams in keeping this tradition alive.
Tickets are limited, were quick to sell out last year, and can be bought advance at a discount online from http://www.thebooth.com
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2006: 8th - 9th September 2006: This years Dramsinthefield will take place in a field just behind Glenelg Beach off the Ardintoul track.
Boxclub: A band featuring four of the best young accordion players in Scotland. Gary Innes, John Somerville, Mairearad Green and Angus Lyon all met through the Glasgow music scene and have a shared appreciation of the wonders of the squeeze box. They have played at venues and festivals all over the world and worked with bands and artists such as Paul McCartney, David Byrne, Cat Stevens, Karine Polwart, Salsa Celtica, the Gary Innes band, Croft No. Five and the Anna Massie band, and the guys are looking forward to having the chance to play together and conjure up some music of their own. Drawing on their traditional roots as well as their vast musical influences and experiences of recent years, the band will play both traditional and original material that’s sure to interest accordion lovers and musicians everywhere. Joining them on stage is a fantastic backing band featuring Duncan Lyall on double bass, Martin O’Neill on drums and bodhran and Michael Bryan on guitar.
Paddy Rasta: There is only one word to describe Paddy Rasta and that is unique! With their fusion of reggae and Irish roots this six piece band from the Emerald Isle are sure to provide an unforgettable experience.
The Wang Dang Delta Blues Band: This six piece ‘blues and beyond’ band serve up an eclectic mix of self penned material together with classic blues and boogie from the likes of BB King, Muddy Waters, Robert Cray and Eric Clapton.
The White Hare Band: All the way from county Kerry, Ireland feature PJ McDonald on low Whistles, Brendan Hendry on fiddle and Jim McKee on Guitar and vocals. The Lads were finalists on the Danny Kyle open stage at this years Celtic Connections festival and are going from strength to strength.
Skerryvore: Skerryvore, from the Isle of Tiree, are fast gaining a reputation throughout the country as one of the most exciting young bands on the scene. Featuring brothers Daniel and Martin Gillespie along with Alec Dalglish and Fraser West this band will have you stamping your feet and reeling on the dance floor.
Bodega Band: Formed whilst attending the national centre of excellence in Traditional music in Plockton, Bodega have been performing together since March 2005. In this short time they have achieved national success, scooping the BBC Radio 2 young folk award 2006. Their innovative, dynamic approach to Gaelic music won them the raft of prizes that have proved such a boost to previous winners’ musical careers.
Bodega feature Gillian Chalmers on pipes, Ross Couper on fiddle, Norrie MacIver on vocals/djembe, Tia Files on guitars and June Naylor on Clarsach.
Stereoglo: We welcome Stereoglo back to drams for the second consecutive year. Described as ‘Scotland’s best kept secret’ Stereoglo burst onto Scotland’s music scene in the summer of 2005 where they played the Isle of Skye Festival, The main stage at Belladrum alongside Alabama 3, The Editors and El Presidente and also Drams in the Field 2005.
Sandra Macbeth & Friends – performing her own original material Sandra will be joined on stage by a host of talented musicians.
Donald Livingston’s new band – more information to follow
The Cameronians – Glenelg’s own Ian & Murdo Cameron performing with friends.
The Picts: Formed in 1997 the Picts have quickly become one of the most popular live bands of the Celtic rock and concert scene. They have reached out with their unique brand of Celtic rock and captivated hundreds of audiences both home and abroad. There is a considerable influence of original material combined with the traditional. The sets are upbeat and irresistible for dancing. The songs (both original & traditional) are powerful and rocky, yet retain their original sentiment.
Weekend pass - £30
£20 (between 16 – 18 year olds)
under 16 free accompanied with an adult
Single night pass - £20
£15 (between 16 – 18 year olds)
Tickets for the event can be purchased from http://www.thebooth.co.uk
Festival website: http://www.dramsinthefield.com
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2005: 23rd - 24th September 2005
Session A9
The Tuberians
The Golden Hour
The Finlay MacDonald Band
Stereoglo
Inflatable Haggis
Sandra MacBeath
Fiddle D Fiddle Dum
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2004 programme:
FRIDAY 24th September 2004
1900 Jim Hunter Band
2030 Donald Black & Malcolm Jones
2200 6 Foot Ginger
SATURDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2004
1900 The Cach Mhor Ceilidh Band
2030 Teuchstar
2200 Harris Tweed Brogues
2330 Croft No. 5
Both nights in the Marquee @ the Avenue, Glenelg.
Free parking and camping
If you require any further information, please e-mail the organisers at dramsinthefield@hotmail.com
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