When you think of Scottish music what do you think of? Bagpipes, an accordion or perhaps a fiddle? Personally, I associate it with my younger years, having grown up in the Outer Hebrides where it is a key component of the community. Traditional Scottish music, or folk music, has long been an integral part of Scotland’s culture which needs to be both protected and promoted.

Bernera, an island in the Outer Hebrides, is home to a residential recording studio by the name of Black Bay Studio. It is one of few residential studios in Scotland, boasting an impressive roster of equipment and well-known clients. 

Afrobeats isn’t an import anymore - it’s part of Scotland’s sound now. Diaspora communities in cities like Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Aberdeen have brought rhythm, roots, and real momentum. But recognition still lags behind reality.