MrdB: The Sound of Renfrewshire

Following a relentless schedule of gigs in 2023, MrdB have no intention of taking their foot off the gas this year either  How did MrdB come about?  Billy Kinnear: My daughters always try to guess how many bands I’ve been in over the years and I’ve played everything over the years (laughs). After I... Read More

Optimo (Espacio): JG Wilkes talks to Mill Magazine

Along with JD Twitch, JG Wilkes forms half of the legendary electronic duo Optimo (Espacio). We spoke to him ahead of their gig at Paisley Town Hall in November 2023 about their longevity, playing alongside Bicep and their excitement about the shows… The Paisley one is particularly interesting. Historically, it wasn’t a location for... Read More

Sasha Kaloheris – The Sound of Renfrewshire

Mill Magazine catches up with Houston-based singer/songwriter Sasha Kaloheris to discuss her musical journey so far How did you first get involved in music? Was it a lifelong passion?  I’ve always been heavily involved in music and I danced from a very young age. My sister and I used to compete in dancing until... Read More

Judge Jules talks to Mill Magazine

Regarded as one of the world’s finest DJs, Judge Jules is bringing his 10-piece band to Ingliston Estate & Country Club for an evening of spellbinding dance classics. In an exclusive interview with Mill, he discusses the show, his lifelong love of music, changes in the industry and more… Since his teenage years, Judge... Read More

Norman Blake on gigs with Bernard Butler and James Grant

Mill Magazine caught up with the legendary Norman Blake before his Paisley show with Bernard Butler and James Grant in 2022 Although their paths have only crossed incidentally over the years, there’s something that seems inherently natural about Teenage Fanclub’s Norman Blake, Bernard Butler and Love & Money’s James Grant... Read More

Arbo Falls: The Sound of Renfrewshire

Known for creating immersive soundscapes that stir the emotional and cerebral aspects of our brains at once, Paisley-based producer Andrew Robinson, AKA Arbo Falls, talks us through his process and his latest EP, Arise  Although you’re an electronic artist now, your musical origins can be traced to guitar bands. When did you realise that... Read More

Tom McGuire & The Brassholes gig review by Robert Blair

Robert Blair reviews Tom McGuire & The Brassholes recent gig at The Barrowlands before they visit Paisley in March For bands that emanate from anywhere in Scotland, playing The Barrowlands isn’t just another show. Rather, it’s a rite of passage. It’s confirmation that Glasgow has welcomed you into the cockles of its heart and... Read More

Paisley Music Roundup 18 by Tommy McGrory

Welcome to Tommy McGrory’s Paisley Music Roundup 18, looking ahead at gigs in the town from Friday night. Tonight, The Bungalow has a birthday party booked in. The birthday girl is Angie McGuire who is a regular at The Bungalow. I’m not saying what birthday it is, but the staff will not be employing... Read More

Get High by Nicola Taylor – single review by Kate Cohen

The newest member of our writing team, Kate Cohen, reviews Get High – the latest single from Glasgow-based soul artist Nicola Taylor. When it comes to emotive songwriting, relationships – good, bad, or otherwise – can be an incredible source of inspiration, for artists and listeners. Whether you’re thinking of Someone You Loved, or looking... Read More

Car Park in the Sky by The Braes – Mya Brown reviews

Musician and journalist Mya Brown reviews the debut track called Car Park in the Sky by Paisley band, The Braes. Whether it’s the stunning scenery or the skyline right on your car bonnet, you could ask anybody in Renfrewshire about Car Park in the Sky and they’ll point you to The Gleniffer Braes. So,... Read More