Mànran
The Scottish Highlands are rugged and shrouded in mist. This landscape has something primal and unique, but also mystical. Above all, it produces incredible musicians who carry a fiercely burning fire in their hearts.
What makes Mànran so extraordinary is the fusion of Scottish culture with modernity. Here, the sounds of bagpipes meet Gaelic singing and a fireworks display of rhythm. The focus is on the voices of Kim Carnie and Ewen Henderson and the world-unique duet between Irish Uilleann and Scottish bagpipes. It is devilishly difficult to play two bagpipes with two different pitches harmoniously. This creates a sound that no other band can offer as a brass section. Singing is done in both Gaelic and English, with the famous tipping of the scale leaning more towards Gaelic. Even when it comes to balancing rock and tradition, it remains floating in the golden middle. The artists are masters of achieving a fine balance of pipes, fiddle, accordion with drums, guitar, and electric bass.
After four albums, numerous singles, one of which was for a charitable cause raising £2 million, Mànran has established itself as one of the bands that form the foundation of the Scottish and Irish music scene. The band is produced by Colum Malcolm (Simple Minds, WetWetWet, and Runrig) and Scottish folk legend Phil Cunningham. Additionally, they received the stamp of approval from Runrig, who hired Mànran as the support act for their 40th band anniversary, where they rocked 17,000 Scots and folk rock fans from around the world.
Mànran sweeps over their audience like a storm. This has earned them the reputation of being one of the best Celtic rock bands worldwide. In Germany, they showcased this at the Irish Folk Festival Poyenberg, Loreley Festival, Ulmer Zelt, and several tours. They also shone at the Guinness Folk Festival Sion and the Zeltik Dudelange. In late 2021, the band released their new album "Úrar." The press raves: "A tremendous album, their best yet, and one that should cement their pole position in the current renaissance of Scottish roots music” (At the Barrier Reviews). In December 2022, they rented Scotland's largest arena, the Hydro, in Glasgow, and fans flocked not just from Scotland but from all over the world. Additionally, Kim Carnie's solo album was awarded the Prize of the German Record Critic in 2022. We hand over the final word to the Scottish daily newspaper Daily Record: “If you want a party, call Mànran!” Nothing more needs to be added.
Attention: The event is unseated in the stalls, with 40 seats on the balcony available on a first-come, first-served basis.