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Beat The Drum is a professional tribute band, playing homage to the Scottish Celtic Rock band ‘Runrig’.

It’s time to ‘Dance Again’ and relive countless Runrig Anthems including Loch Lomond, Rocket To The Moon, Every River, Greatest Flame, Hearts of Olden Glory and more as part of the brand new ‘Runrig Experience’.

“The Runrig songs come to life when they’re played live. This show will mean that they live on and that’s a great thing”.

Alistair Commons

“An authentic, tasteful & respectful tribute to the best Scottish band of all time”

Ben Marshall

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“respectful, appropriate but above all, absolute quality this is exactly what a tribute band should be. not a cheesy look-a-like, a show that’s committed to keeping the music alive. 10/10”, “they know they’re not runrig. they’re not trying to be. what this is is a chance to celebrate runrig’s incredible songs and experience them in a live environment again with an incredible band. highly recommended”, “this was a special night. we never thought we’d get to hear these songs live again. beat the drum are incredible musicians in their own rights but paying tribute to runrig was never going to be an easy task. the reality is that they’ve smashed it out the park. a very fitting and respectful homage to living scottish legends. the lads would be proud of them and delighted to hear their music living on.” – jon owen, latest from beat the drum.

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3rd June 2024: Unveiling The Runrig Experience – A Musical Journey Celebrating Runrig’s Legacy, Isle of Arran Show 

In the wake of the unprecedented challenges that befell the music industry during the 2020 lockdown, one passionate musician, Richie Muir, embarked on a unique project that would soon evolve into the Runrig Experience. Born out of a profound love for the Scottish Celtic Rock band ‘Runrig,’ this professional tribute band promises an authentic celebration of Runrig’s timeless music. 

The anticipation is palpable, especially for the Isle of Arran show scheduled for Monday, 3rd June, at Lochranza Village Hall.

Table of Contents:

The Genesis of the Runrig Experience: 

Richie Muir, an Edinburgh singer/guitarist and lifelong Runrig enthusiast, seized the opportunity presented by the lockdown to launch a Facebook page dedicated to acoustic covers of Runrig classics. Teaming up with band manager Ben Marshall, the concept of a live show honouring Runrig’s legacy was conceived. This was not to be a conventional ‘look-a-like’ tribute but a heartfelt celebration of the band’s contributions to the music industry, Scotland, and the lives of their fans.

Building the Band: 

Three months into the project, the Runrig Experience was taking shape, with a lineup featuring Skye native Duncan MacDonald on bass, his London-based Glaswegian son Scott on drums, and the immensely talented Jason Laing from the Isle of Lewis on guitars. The addition of keyboards completed the ensemble, and while the role of percussionist remains open, temporary percussionists are poised to fill the void for scheduled live shows. The band’s collaboration was not hindered by geographical distances, as they utilised Zoom and other technologies to refine their craft and create an authentic setlist.

The Runrig Experience Unleashed: 

Fast forward 12 months, and the band felt the time was right to unveil ‘The Runrig Experience’ and ‘Beat The Drum.’ The project, carefully nurtured during the challenges of the pandemic, is set to embark on a Spring Tour 2024, with Lochranza Village Hall in the Isle of Arran being one of the eagerly anticipated stops on Monday, 3 June.

A Noteworthy Celebration: 

The Runrig Experience is not about filling the void left by Runrig’s retirement but about creating a platform where fans can come together to enjoy, sing, dance, and relive the magic of anthems like Loch Lomond, Rocket To The Moon, Every River, Greatest Flame, and Hearts of Olden Glory. Richie Muir and Ben Marshall emphasize that the goal is to provide an unforgettable experience that pays homage to Runrig’s significant impact.

Connect with the Runrig Experience: 

For those eager to catch a glimpse of the Runrig Experience, their YouTube channel, Beat The Drum – The Runrig Experience , offers a sneak peek into the musical journey that awaits. Stay tuned for updates and immerse yourself in the celebration of Runrig’s extraordinary legacy.

Conclusion: 

As the Runrig Experience prepares to hit the stage, fans can look forward to a unique blend of musical authenticity and heartfelt celebration. The Isle of Arran show on 3rd June at Lochranza Village Hall promises to be a captivating experience, inviting everyone to ‘Dance Again’ and relive the magic of Runrig’s timeless anthems.

Frequently Asked Questions About Runrig.

1. what is runrig / who is runrig .

Runrig was a Scottish Celtic rock band formed on the Isle of Skye in 1973. The band’s original members included brothers and songwriters Rory MacDonald (bass, vocals) and Calum MacDonald (percussion). They played a significant role in blending folk and rock music, with lyrics often focusing on Scottish locations, history, politics, and people.

2.  What is Runrig in Scotland?  

In Scotland, Runrig is a term that refers to a pre-agricultural revolution farming practice known as “run rig.”

3.  What happened to the lead singer of Runrig?  

The original lead singer, Donnie Munro, left the band in 1997 to pursue a career in politics. Bruce Guthro replaced him. Unfortunately, Bruce Guthro passed away on September 5, 2023, from cancer.

4.  What instruments did Runrig play?  

The band played a variety of instruments, with the typical lineup including bass, vocals, percussion, guitar, drums, and keyboards.

5.  How long were Runrig together?  

Runrig was together for over four decades, forming in 1973 and officially disbanding in 2018.

6.  Where did the name Runrig come from?  

The name “Runrig” refers to a pre-agricultural revolution farming practice known as “run rig.”

7. Who was the last lead singer of Runrig?

Bruce Guthro was the last lead singer of Runrig, replacing Donnie Munro in 1998.

8. Who was the original singer of Runrig?

The original singer of Runrig was Donnie Munro.

9. How long was Donnie Munro in Runrig?

Donnie Munro was part of Runrig from 1974 until 1997, when he left to pursue a career in politics.

10. When did Runrig split?

Runrig officially split in 2018 after a farewell tour titled “The Last Dance.”

11. How many records did Runrig sell?

The exact number of records sold is not known, but Runrig achieved significant success, especially during their most successful period in the 1980s and 1990s. It is thought to have been over 2 million albums worldwide. They also had top 5 records in the UK, Germany and Denmark. 

12. Why did Runrig split?

The band announced their retirement from studio recording after the release of their 14th studio album, “The Story,” and embarked on a farewell tour called “The Final Mile” in 2017. They officially disbanded after the tour.

13. Have Runrig disbanded?

Yes, Runrig officially disbanded in 2018 after their farewell tour, “The Final Mile.”

14. When was Runrig’s last dance?

Runrig’s last dance, titled “The Last Dance,” took place in August 2018 in Stirling City Park beneath the castle ramparts.

15. Are Runrig still performing?

No, Runrig is not performing anymore. They officially disbanded after their farewell tour.

16. When did Runrig retire?

Runrig announced their retirement in 2017, and their farewell tour, “The Final Mile,” took place in 2017-2018.

17. How did Bruce Guthro join Runrig?

Bruce Guthro joined Runrig in 1998 as the lead singer, replacing Donnie Munro.

18. How long was Bruce Guthro with Runrig?

Bruce Guthro was with Runrig from 1998 until the band’s retirement in 2018

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Beat The Drum – The Runrig Experience

Glæd jer til en storslået hyldestkoncert for det skotske band runrig fredag den 29 november 2024 på dgi huset.

Beat The Drum er et professionelt tribute band, der spiller en hyldest til det skotske keltiske rock-band ‘Runrig’.

Det er tid til ‘Dance Again’ og genopleve de utallige Runrig sange, herunder Loch Lomond, Rocket To The Moon, Every River, Greatest Flame, Hearts of Olden Glory og mange flere leveret af det nye band ‘Runrig Experience’.

Runrig var et af Skotlands mest succesfulde bands, som udover successen i hjemlandet, også havde en stor, trofast fanskare i Danmark og Tyskland. Bandet startede på Isle of Skye tilbage i 1973 og nåede i alt at lave 14 studiealbums.

I 2016 anononcerede Runrig, at det 14. album ville blive det sidste og i 2018 afholdt de en kæmpe afskedsturné under titlen “The Final Mile” med to udsolgte koncerter i henholdsvis Royal Arena og Jyske Bank Boxen, og afsluttede på hjemmebane i Skotland foran 52.000 publikummer på Stirling City Park.

*Beat the Drum – The Runrig Experience *

Beat The Drum is a professional tribute band, playing homage to the Scottish Celtic Rock band ‘Runrig’. It’s time to ‘Dance Again’ and relive countless Runrig Anthems including Loch Lomond, Rocket To The Moon, Every River, Greatest Flame, Hearts of Olden Glory and more as part of the brand new ‘Runrig Experience’.

RunRig were where one of Scotland’s most successful Bands, specially beside Scotland they had a true following in Denmark and Germany with serval number One Hits and Albums in the Charts. Original RunRig Scottish Celtic rock band was formed on the Isle of Skye in 1973. The band released

fourteen studio albums, with a number of their songs sung in Scottish Gaelic.

Runrig’s music is often described as a blend of folk and rock music, with the band’s lyrics often focusing upon locations, history, politics, and people that are unique to Scotland.

In 2016, the band announced that it would retire from studio recording after the release of its 14th studio album, The Story and announced their final tour The Final Mile in 2017. In August 2018, Runrig performed the final shows of their farewell tour, entitled The Last Dance, in Stirling City Park with an estimated 52,000 fans attended.

Richie Muir, an Edinburgh singer/guitarist based in Nottingham but most importantly of all, a huge, lifelong Runrig fan came up the idea to keep this fantastic music alive and started to form RunRig Experience, a band to celebrate the music of RunRig.

“From the start, we didn’t want to be a ‘look-a-like’ type tribute band. We wanted the show to be a celebration of the RunRig’s music. Yes, we wanted it to sound authentic and to represent what RunRig was about, but this isn’t about replacing the void left by them. It’s about celebrating their music and their incredible contribution to the music industry, Scotland as a whole and the tiny, significant moments in the lives of their fans. We wanted to create a show where people could come along, enjoy themselves, sing, dance, celebrate and remember and I think we’ve really done that”

Ben Marshall

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The Runrig Experience

We were specifically looking for an act that was reminiscent of Runrig and Runrig’s frontman Bruce Guthro, who has been playing at the blacksheep Festival several times. Beat the Drum with Runrig Experience is the best thing currently on the market as a tribute to the great artists from Northern Europe.

Runrig Experience plays on Saturday, 22th June 2024, at the 9th blacksheep festival

Runrig’s music is often described as a mix of folk and rock music, with the band’s lyrics often revolving around places, history, politics and people that are or were unique to Scotland. This traditional reference in the music, but also in the lyrics, some of which also have Gaelic lyrics, is what makes the band special and creates the fascination of their music.

“It’s time to Dance Again and relive countless Runrig Anthems including Loch Lomond, Rocket To The Moon, Every River, Greatest Flame, Hearts of Olden Glory and more as part of the brand new Runrig Experience.”

Runrig managed to create this identity between country and music. In 2016, the band announced that they would be retiring from the studio following the release of their 14th studio album “The Story” and announced their final tour “The Final Mile” for 2017. In August 2018, Runrig played the final show of her farewell tour entitled “The Last Dance” at Stirling City Park, attended by an estimated 52,000 fans. If Runrig still existed, the band would have celebrated its 50th birthday in 2023

We celebrate the music of Runrig and Bruce Guthro

Richie Muir, singer and guitarist from Edinburgh, is a huge, lifelong Runrig fan. He had the idea to keep this fantastic music alive and founded Runrig Experience, a band that celebrates Runrig’s music and with it this anniversary – and that fills a gap.

“From the start, we didn’t want to be a ‘look-a-like’ type tribute band. We wanted the show to be a celebration of the band’s music. Yes we wanted it to sound authentic and to represent what the band was about but this isn’t about replacing the void left by them. It’s about celebrating their music and their incredible contribution to the music industry, Scotland as a whole and the tiny, significant moments in the lives of their fans. We wanted to create a show where people could come along, enjoy themselves, sing, dance, celebrate and remember and I think we’ve really done that”, says Ben Marshall, the band’s manager.

We blacksheep are very pleased that we can welcome such outstanding artists to the 9th blacksheep Festival. And we also want to celebrate Runrig’s music – and remember the great Bruce Guthro. Immerse yourself with us in the fascination of Scotland, the uniqueness of the Highlands with Runrig Experience – a must for every Scotland fan and for Runrig fans the songs are finally brought back to life and preserved.

You can listen to the story behind Runrig Experience here:

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Just a Few of the Biggest Concert Tours of 2024, from Olivia Rodrigo to Bad Bunny

Posted: May 11, 2024 | Last updated: May 11, 2024

Listening to your favorite musician at home is fun, but there's nothing quite like the experience of singing along with them, and tons of more fans, live. And as luck would have it, 2024 is shaping up to be a massive year for some of the world's top musical acts, so chances are your favorite performer might be stopping at a city near you soon.

Ahead, we rounded up some of the biggest concert tours of 2024, ranging from Taylor Swift's mega-popular Eras Tour to Drake and J. Cole's exciting It's All A Blur Tour - Big as the What?—set to kick off this winter. You can also expect tour dates from classic icons like Stevie Nicks, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, and more.

1) Taylor Swift

Undoubtedly one of the biggest concert tours ever, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour will continue right through 2024. The international leg of the tour kicked off in Japan, where she played four shows in Tokyo. She'll also stop in Melbourne, Singapore, Paris, Madrid, London, Milan, and more before returning to the States to play in the fall.

There's nothing like seeing T. Swift IRL, but don't fret if you're unable to nab tickets—the Eras Tour movie is now available to stream from the comfort of your home.

2) Olivia Rodrigo

This is not a drill—"Drivers License" singer Olivia Rodrigo will be hitting the road on tour starting at the end of February. The Guts World Tour runs from February through mid-August and has dates in Nashville, Toronto, Chicago, and New York City, among others. Even cooler? Rodrigo will have a stacked list of special guests—like PinkPantheress, Remi Wolf, The Breeders, and Chappell Roan—with her.

3) Red Hot Chili Peppers

Did you hear the good news? The Red Hot Chili Peppers have extended their global tour through summer 2024. The buzzy stadium tour, which kicked off in June 2022, will now run until July 2024 and bring the California-based band to places like Los Angeles, Tampa, Toronto, and Salt Lake City.

4) Bad Bunny

It's fitting that "Monaco" rapper Bad Bunny titled his tour Most Wanted —it's slated to be one of the year's hottest tours. Planned to help promote his latest studio album, Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana , Most Wanted will kick off in Salt Lake City on February 21 and run through May 26.

5) Billy Joel

If you haven't yet seen Billy Joel perform live, there's still time! The Piano Man has added more tour dates to his schedule, stopping in cities like Tampa, New York, Denver, and St. Louis this year. Even more exciting? He'll share the stage with fellow iconic performers Sting and Stevie Nicks for some of these dates.

Mitski recently announced that she's expanding her North American tour dates , and we couldn't be more excited. The months-long tour, which supports her 2023 studio album The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We, has a long list of stops, including Miami Beach, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, and Paris.

There's nothing quite like a Madonna concert, that's for sure. The singer's Celebration Tour , which started last October, continues straight through the spring with dates in Seattle, San Francisco, Mexico City, and more. Besides her eye-catching sets, chart-topping songs, and impressive choreography, concertgoers also get a glimpse of the performer's fantastic costumes, which include looks from Versace and Jean Paul Gaultier.

8) Bleachers

The New Jersey-founded rock band, which is fronted by Jack Antonoff—known for producing albums for top acts like Taylor Swift, Lorde, and Lana Del Rey—not only has announced a new album but a new tour , too. The tour will start in the UK in March, ending fittingly in the band's home state of New Jersey in mid-June. Check out their newly released music video for "Tiny Moves" if you need a Bleachers fix in the meantime.

9) Nicki Minaj

Nicki fans rejoice: the rapper and singer might be coming to a city near you soon as part of her Pink Friday 2 World Tour. The massive tour will include performances in Brooklyn, Oakland, and Baltimore, with stops at Dreamville Festival and Rolling Loud California along the way.

10) Blink 182

Live out all of your nineties and early aughts pop-punk dreams with one of Blink 182's One More Time Tour dates. The tour, which supports the band's ninth studio album, One More Time..., will bring the trio to cities all over the globe, including Sydney, Santiago, Portland, and Boston. The tour's supporting act is Pierce the Veil, which is also worth checking out.

11) Stevie Nicks

The oh-so-magical Stevie Nicks continues her touring streak with a bunch of 2024 concert dates . Set to begin in Atlantic City, NJ on February 10, Nicks will visit a dozen cities throughout the U.S. this year, such as New Orleans, Omaha, and Chicago. "Let's keep this party going in 2024," the singer-songwriter posted on her Instagram in September to announce the newly added tour dates.

12) The 1975

The 1975 is showing no signs of slowing down. The British band, famous for hits like "Somebody Else" and "Robbers," has extended their 2023 tour through 2024. Titled Still...At Their Very Best , the 22-date tour will open in Glasgow on February 8 and conclude in Amsterdam on March 24.

13) Drake and J. Cole

Rap greats Drake and J. Cole come together for the It's All a Blur Tour – Big As the What? which is guaranteed to be a good time. Drake, fresh off his 2023 It's All a Blur tour with 21 Savage, is set to hit dozens of cities starting in February, many of which J. Cole will also be in tow for. Scoop up tickets ASAP, as Drake's shows are known to sell out.

14) Janet Jackson

Superstar Janet Jackson is also extending her 2023 tour, Together Again , into 2024 with dates in Anaheim, Austin, New Orleans, and Hartford. Even cooler? Jackson's supporting act is the 2000s southern rap legend Nelly.

15) Rolling Stones

If you've ever dreamed of seeing the Rolling Stones perform live in person, now's your chance. The iconic rockers, who released their studio album Hackney Diamonds this past fall, are returning on the road for a 16-date tour with shows throughout the United States and Canada. Concertgoers can expect a mix of new tunes and Stones classics.

16) Bruce Springsteen

Famous for countless listenable hits like "Born to Run" and "Glory Days," Bruce Springsteen is set to embark on a massive world tour this year with his band, The E Street Band. The much-anticipated tour will take the Boss and his crew to cities such as Phoenix, San Diego, Dublin, and Madrid, from March through November.

17) John Mayer

Be sure to catch John Mayer's solo tour this year, which will bring the guitarist and crooner to cities throughout Europe. This leg, an extension of his popular 2023 solo tour, will kick off in Stockholm on March 13 and finish in Dublin on March 29.

18) Shania Twain

Okay, this one is technically a residency , but we're excited nonetheless. Shania Twain, most known for her incredible outfits (her hooded leopard print look, anyone?) and hits like "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" is setting up shop in Vegas starting May 10. Twain's residency will take place at the Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood on and off throughout December 2024.

All good things must come to an end. The Eagles, known for "Hotel California" and other amazing rock songs, began their final concert tour this winter. It launched in Phoenix on January 20, with March 16 as its last date in the United States. Eagles fans won't want to miss this one.

20) Alanis Morisette: The Triple Moon Tour

Alanis Morisette joins forces with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts for their 2024 Triple Moon Tour , which has dates in North America and Canada. This tour is a great one to catch this summer, as it's slated to run from June through August.

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