Runrig

The original "jock-rock" band, originated in Skye (Scotland). Formed in 1973 as a Scottish Dance band, and has evolved into celtic rockers. They are still going strong!

Next Gig - Beat the Drum (45000 tickets)
Borlum Farm
Drumnadrochit
Scotland

18 November 2007

Current Members:

Bruce Gurthro - Vocals, Acoustic Guitar
Rory MacDonald - Bass Guiter, Vocals
Calum MacDonald - Percussions, Backing Vocals
Malcom Jones - Lead Guitar, Bagpipes, Accordian
Ian Bain - Drums
Brian Hurren - Keyboards

Ex-Members:

Donnie Munro 1974-1997
Peter Wishart 1982-2000
Richard Cherns 1981

Runrig were the 1st band to get a gaelic speaking song into the British top 20, with "Un Able As Adrie".

by Da-Eejit January 11, 2007