Càrnan

Càrnan is an upcoming and energetic Scottish indie folk duo with a funkier take on trad. The indisputable synergy of lively accordion (Louden MacKay) backed by thunderous guitar (Arthur Brook) gives the band a powerful and driven sound. The fusion of contemporary original tunes and songs, along with a firm connection to the music and culture of their roots (Highlands, Glasgow, and Ireland to name a few) gives them a fresh and unique position within the music scene in Scotland. The group released their first singles during 2022 – two original instrumental sets, “Calmac Kenny” and “Donnie the Highlander”, a cover of John Martyn’s “Over the Hill” and their own take on a traditional Gaelic song “Fionnlagh”. All received airtime across UK radio stations including BBC Radio Scotland’s “Travelling Folk” presented by Anna Massie and Bruce McGregor. Louden hails from Kintail in the Highlands and Arthur from the Isle of Skye.