Glasgow Sessions

In this episode of Glasgow Sessions, host Richard Lee takes listeners on a journey through some of the city’s most iconic live music spaces.

✨ First stop is The Aragon on Byres Road, a cornerstone of Glasgow’s West End tradition. Here, Irish fiddle virtuoso Rowan Leslie joins forces with Andrew Waite, the innovative accordionist from the Borders, alongside Aly MacKenzie of the six-piece band TRIP, with Darren and Patrick completing the line-up. Together, they create an electrifying set that blends Scottish and Irish roots with jazz, contemporary improvisation, and the unmistakable energy of Glasgow’s live scene.

🍻 Next, Richard visits The Park Bar on Argyle Street, a legendary institution since 1895 and long-time gathering place for Highland and Island communities in the city. Listeners are treated to a session featuring Orin Simpson on accordion, David Small on guitar, Ruairidh Iain Buxton on flute, Finlay MacVicar on smallpipes and voice, and Aly Williams on pipes and whistle – musicians who embody tradition while pushing it forward.

🔥 Finally, the episode captures an impromptu set from the legendary Gunna Sound, thanks to a tip-off from Glasgow poet Ross Wilcock. With Campbell Brown on accordion and Johnny Scoular on guitar, the duo deliver the west coast ceilidh sound that has made them one of Scotland’s most respected acts for over four decades.

Throughout the episode, Richard reflects on Glasgow’s unique role in keeping Scottish and Irish traditional music alive, intimate, and constantly evolving.

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✨ Episode 2 of Glasgow Sessions is here, and it’s a good one! This time around, host Richard Lee hangs out with two brilliant poets — Kaci O’Meara and Dev McMath 🎤📖. Together, they read from their own work, share stories about life as writers, and chat honestly about where their inspiration comes from. Expect laughter, insight, and a few surprises along the way 👀.

Of course, no session would be complete without a touch of original music 🎶 and a few shoutouts to the amazing Glasgow community that makes it all possible. This episode digs into what poetry means today, how tradition still shapes it, and why Glasgow is quickly becoming one of the hottest spots in the UK for creative talent 🌟✍️.

Glasgow isn’t just a city — it’s a vibe. The mix of voices, cultures, and stories here is making it a real home for poets, and honestly, it feels like something special is happening 💫.

👉 Follow Kaci on Insta: @dollgrrrl_poet

👉 Follow Dev: @devmcmath

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🎙️ Join Richard Lee as he dives into Glasgow’s lively music 🎶 and poetry ✍️ scene, capturing the authentic sounds and stories from beloved local venues 🏛️.

✨ In this episode:

📖 Start off at The Poetry Experiment @ The Alchemy Experiment, where raw, original performances 🎤 are curated by passionate host and poet, Ross Wilcock, in one of the city’s most creative spaces 🎨.

🍻 Then, feel the community spirit at The Aragon on Byres Road, where musicians 🎻🎸 gather to play together and meet the welcoming staff 🤝 that make every session special.

🎵 Next episode enjoy exclusive trad music recorded live 🔴 with some of the city’s talented players.

👉 Tune in for great tunes 🎧, genuine voices 🗣️, and a taste of Glasgow’s true culture 🌆 — one venue at a time.

Poets:

📚 @rossopenmic

🎤 @martinerowe96

📝 @devmcmath

✒️ @jameswililams

🌸 @dollgrrrl_poet

🎨 @dondedraws

🌍 @gusyuanzhoulv

🎶 @lyric.rudy

📸 Also check out @glasgowsessions on Instagram 

💖 Support via patreon.com/GlasgowSessions 🙌