Colin Grant-Adams, Scottish/Celtic folksinger and guitarist, presents a program of traditional, contemporary, and nationally-acclaimed original folk songs about Scotland’s rugged landscape, its turbulent history, and the Scottish immigrants' influence on American folk and bluegrass music.

Colin Grant-Adams has entertained in the famous folk clubs of Europe and the United States. He brings new life to traditional tunes with a touch of humor. Weaving tales of Scotland's turbulent history and haunting beauty, his remarkable ballads take you on a journey across the sea. Colin captivates the audience’s heart, mind and soul.

Originally from Oban, Scotland, Grant-Adams played the folk circuits of Great Britain and Europe both as a solo artist and as a member of the highly-acclaimed folk group, The Ozark Mountain Boys. Colin lived on the west coast of Scotland for about twenty years, performing Celtic and country music at the Great Western Hotel and touring extensively throughout Scotland, the Hebrides and Orkney Islands, Europe and America. In 1996, the Glasgow Highland Games of Kentucky awarded Colin an Artist in Residence Fellowship in Scottish and Celtic music. The fellowship enabled him to study, compose and record music about the early Scots who arrived in America bringing with them a wealth of culture. Through the residency, Grant-Adams relocated to the United States and the Glasgow, Kentucky.

Grant-Adams has produced nine recordings and has appeared on numerous TV and radio shows. He has performed in concerts all over the United States, including at New York City's acclaimed Carnegie Hall.

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Sandy's Thoughts -- What you may not read in the Press...

Colin Grant-Adams has a beautiful voice. Not only is he a fantastic singer, he is an outstanding storyteller. Whether sharing Scotland's history or a personal anecdote, Colin knows how to tell a tale. He will make you laugh. He will make you think.

Colin has a genuine love for Scotland, her people, her history. He is a natural educator. Stay around him a while, and you will find yourself reaching for your inner Scot.

Colin also has a genuine love for people. You can see it in the way he treats everyone he meets. Colin and his wife, Julia, are good folks. Friend him on MySpace, join his mailing list, check out his performance schedule. If you have the opportunity to hear him, don't miss it, and stay after a while to talk to him. You will be glad you did.