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Making Waves
Creativity and Scotland's west coast islands have always been connected. Making Waves is a new film series celebrating the stories of people inspired by the islands and communities we serve. Through a collection of short films, we meet musicians, actors, makers and creators whose island connections continue to shape their work and creativity.
Making Waves
Creativity and Scotland's west coast islands have always been connected. Making Waves is a new film series celebrating the stories of people inspired by the islands and communities we serve. Through a collection of short films, we meet musicians, actors, makers and creators whose island connections continue to shape their work and creativity.
Angus MacPhail (Skipinnish) & Robert Robertson (Tide Lines)
We catch up with Angus MacPhail of Skipinnish and Robert Robertson of Tide Lines - two much-loved bands with deep connections to Scotland’s islands.
They share the story behind the iconic 'Home on the Sea' and the inspiration that sparked its creation. Ten years on from the original release, we’ve brought the song back to life as part of our 175th anniversary celebrations.
Angus MacPhail (Skipinnish) & Robert Robertson (Tide Lines)
We catch up with Angus MacPhail of Skipinnish and Robert Robertson of Tide Lines - two much-loved bands with deep connections to Scotland’s islands.
They share the story behind the iconic 'Home on the Sea' and the inspiration that sparked its creation. Ten years on from the original release, we’ve brought the song back to life as part of our 175th anniversary celebrations.
Stuart Murdoch - Part 1
Stuart Murdoch is the singer of the much loved Scottish band Belle & Sebastian. When we first decided to feature one of their songs for our ‘Where Next?’ campaign, we didn’t fully realise that Stuart had such strongties to CalMac - with his dad having worked with the brand for many years.
Stuart Murdoch - Part 1
Stuart Murdoch is the singer of the much loved Scottish band Belle & Sebastian. When we first decided to feature one of their songs for our ‘Where Next?’ campaign, we didn’t fully realise that Stuart had such strongties to CalMac - with his dad having worked with the brand for many years.
Stuart Murdoch - Part 2
In part 2 we take Stuart on a trip to Arran, the scene of many of his childhood holidays, to find out more about his very special family relationship with Caledonian MacBrayne.
Stuart Murdoch - Part 2
In part 2 we take Stuart on a trip to Arran, the scene of many of his childhood holidays, to find out more about his very special family relationship with Caledonian MacBrayne.
Hen Hoose Collective
Hen Hoose Collective is an award winning Scottish organisation set up to advance gender equality and inclusivity in music.
We caught up with founder Tamara Schlesinger to discover why the collective chose the Isle of Lewis as the location to record their debut album, The Twelve, which was written and recorded in one week within the stunning setting of Black Bay Studio on the island.
Hen Hoose Collective
Hen Hoose Collective is an award winning Scottish organisation set up to advance gender equality and inclusivity in music.
We caught up with founder Tamara Schlesinger to discover why the collective chose the Isle of Lewis as the location to record their debut album, The Twelve, which was written and recorded in one week within the stunning setting of Black Bay Studio on the island.
Ashley Storrie
Scottish actress and writer Ashley Storrie has a very special connection to the Isle of Bute. Having spent her childhood on the island, Bute has played an important part in shaping who she is today.
In this episode of Making Waves, we join Ashley as she reflects on her childhood, her memories of island life and the lasting influence Bute has had on her life and career.
This is a story about connection, home and the places that stay with us, wherever life takes us.
Ashley Storrie
Scottish actress and writer Ashley Storrie has a very special connection to the Isle of Bute. Having spent her childhood on the island, Bute has played an important part in shaping who she is today.
In this episode of Making Waves, we join Ashley as she reflects on her childhood, her memories of island life and the lasting influence Bute has had on her life and career.
This is a story about connection, home and the places that stay with us, wherever life takes us.
