in no particular order, Amos Lee, Alex Cornish, Alan Train, Angus Lyon & Ruaridh Campbell, Astor Piazzolla, Athlete, Average White Band, The Band, The Beatles, Ben Folds, Ben Harper, Beverley Knight, Blues Traveler, Bob James, Bruce Hornsby, Bruce Springsteen Chris Knight, Chris Thile, Crowded House, Danny Moran, Darrell Scott, Dave Mathews, Deacon Blue, Del Amitri, Don Williams, The Eagles, Edwin McCain, Eels, Foo Fighters, Grand Drive, Great Big Sea, Guillemots, Harry Manx, Herbie Hancock, The Highwaymen, James Taylor, James Taylor Quartet, Jay Brown, Jerry Reed, John Martyn, John Mayer, Johnny Cash, Karine Polwart, Kate Rusby, Kenny Rogers, The Kooks, Lyle Lovett, Mindy Smith, Moxy Fruvous, Nanci Griffith, Paddy Casey, Paul Brady, The Push Stars, The Police, Queen, Ray LaMontagne, Robert Randolph, The Rolling Stones, Ryan Adams, Steely Dan, Steve Earl, Stevie Wonder, Tower of Power, U2, Willie Nelson
Colin is a multi instrumentalist, singer songwriter who currently resides in the west coast of Scotland in a place known to many as ‘Glas Vegas’. Playing Accordion, Piano / keys and Sax keeps him fairly active in the crazy freelance world. For many years Col was involved with the successful electro punk / dance outfit Policechief – working alongside the likes of, N.E.R.D, Justin Timberlake (MTV awards 2004), Basement Jaxx, Death in Vegas, the Lo Fidelity All Stars, DJ Shadow and the Stereo MC’s.
A candidate for Scotland's most varied background, Col's diverse musical past includes; playing saxophone & keys with the Million Dollar Disco Orchestra, as well as arranging and orchestrating their horn & string sections. As an accordionist he has performed & toured with some amazing world artists including Tango quintet Maelasta and Buenos Aires born bandoneon player Joaquin Amenabar. His work in the Celtic scene has included performances with critically acclaimed Scottish instrumental Duo Angus Lyon and Ruaridh Campbell, festival work home and abroad with international bands Skerryvore and the Midden.
An active composer, Colin has created music for various artists, advertisements and films, including composing the music featured in the international advertising campaign for the world renowned Scottish ‘Springbank Whiskey’ and recording with award winning composer Craig Armstrong on the soundtrack of the film Love Actually.
Now for the first time, left to his own devices; cue the launch of Colin’s first solo venture. "Days for the Driven" is an honest & determined collection of Colin's words & music, displaying his passion & versatility as a songwriter & musician.
CD copies of Train's debut solo album "Days for the Driven" can be purchased 'here' or at www.colintrain.com (simply click on the 'Pay Pal' button). Alternatively it can be bought as a digital download directly from itunes.
Colin Train is managed by Karmic Limited. For further information please contact David Rogers via e mail; karmic@blueyonder.co.uk
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Samples of our new Record Kicks single “I’m Sorry (Can I please come home)” & ”The Battle of Yoker” are now up on our Myspace for your delectation. Have a listen!
This Friday 6th November the Privates Hammond Orchestra crash land at the Rio Café with rockin' soul, dance floor R&B and hammond organ rock n' roll. Unleashing fabulous tunes from 8.45 with the band onstage at 9.30.
The Privates Hammond Orchestra will be appearing at Shout Bamalama this Saturday night. Doors at 11pm and band on at 11.45pm sharp! Free before midnight and £5 after.
The Privates Hammond Orchestra display their healthy (?) obsession with short instrumental songs you can dance to in McChuills this Friday evening! Band on at around 9.30pm...in theory.
Una Fiori Last Gig Before Recording Is This Saturday (1st Of August) At The Classic Grand!! Come Send Us Off In Style In A Night Of Good Music And Cheap Drink Doors At 7 And Tickets Are About £5 Support From Riona Riona And A Lost Generation
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We're making some finishing touches to our new EP, recorded at The Animal Farm London. Be sure to head back soon and have a listen :) Come by and say hello anytime.
Hey Colin, How are you doing? If you're free tonight....
Come and stare at our privates. In fact nay, come and dance and avoid looking anywhere in the direction of the stage this saturday, The Privates play 2 short sets for girls to dance to and DJs play great tunes in between. Great Googa Mooga.... It's a rocking and rolling, soulful dancefloor R&B filled night of great music from the 50s and 60s. McChuills, High Street Glasgow.... Saturday 9pm - 12pm 1st approx 10pm. Free entry.
