World Party: Celtic Connections lights up winter as global festival begins

Donald Shaw and artists pose on stage at Fruitmarket in Glasgow

Glasgow bursts into life today, welcoming the world to the biggest traditional winter music festival on the planet - as Celtic Connections kicks off 18 days of music, culture and celebration. Delivered by Glasgow Life, in partnership with Innis & Gunn, the 33rd edition of the festival brings together a huge international programme spanning global roots, contemporary folk …

Happy Camper! Van-living Spain’s Got Talent finalist makes Celtic Connections debut in Glasgow

Laura Silverstone playing guitar

A van-living travelling troubadour who came within just a few votes of winning TV show Spain’s Got Talent will make her debut at Celtic Connections tomorrow (Tues). Laura Silverstone wowed judges with her singing and guitar playing including her trademark technique of using lap chords, making it all the way through the live grand finals …