Battlefield Band are a Scottish traditional music group. Founded in Glasgow in 1969, they have released over 30 albums and undergone many changes of lineup. As of 2010, none of the original founders remain in the band.
The band is noted for its combination of bagpipes with other instruments, most notably on their cover of Bad Moon Rising and its mix of traditional songs and tunes with new material. The group tour internationally, playing to audiences in Europe, Australia, Asia, the Middle East & Canada, as well as more than 60 cities annually in the United States.
Battlefield Band were winners of 'Best Live Act' at the inaugural Scots Trad Music Awards in 2003. In 2011 they were winners of 'Best Band' at the Scots Trad Music Awards 2011.
Battlefield Band's "Compliments to Buddy McMaster" was nominated for the 7th Annual Independent Music Awards for World Traditional Song of the year. They have also been nominated for the 11th Independent Music Awards 'World Traditional Song' category for their recording of 'A' Bhriogais Uallach' (The Pompous Trousers), a track from their recent 'Line-up' album released in 2011..
They have also collaborated with other musicians including the Scottish harp player and glass sculptor, Alison Kinnaird.
Read more about Battlefield Band: History, Instruments and Themes, Current Members, Past Members, Discography
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