spinsource
Log in Sign up
My Music Log in Sign up
Runrig

Runrig

Celtic music

United Kingdom Est. 1973

Listen

Apple Music Spotify YouTube

About

Sound in a sentence: "The music pulses with rhythmic drive and soaring melodies that build tension before releasing into sweeping choruses, creating an exhilarating sense of movement."
Runrig matters as a bridge between traditional Celtic music and contemporary rock, forging a distinct identity that resonates across generations. Their ability to evoke a sense of place and belonging has turned them into an emblem of Scottish culture, with their anthems often serving as rallying cries for regional pride in an ever-globalizing world.
Runrig matters as a bridge between traditional Celtic music and contemporary rock, forging a distinct identity that resonates across generations. Their ability to evoke a sense of place and belonging has turned them into an emblem of Scottish culture, with their anthems often serving as rallying cries for regional pride in an ever-globalizing world. By harnessing the power of communal experience, they’ve drawn audiences together, transforming live performances into shared celebrations. Their approach revolves around the interplay of folk instrumentation and rock dynamics, creating an expansive soundscape that captures both intimacy and grandeur. With a keen ear for melody, Runrig employs layered arrangements that enhance the emotional weight of their themes, inviting listeners to engage deeply with the music. This blend allows them to transcend mere nostalgia, breathing new life into age-old traditions while appealing to modern sensibilities. Lyrically, Runrig often explores themes of homecoming, identity, and nature, weaving personal narratives with broader cultural reflections. Their storytelling is rich with imagery and sincerity, balancing poignant introspection with a sense of collective memory. The tone can shift from reflective to invigorating, embodying both personal and communal sentiments that resonate universally.

Connect

Website Facebook X

Discography

21 releases • 20 studio • 1978–2016
Type: |

Singles ()

Clash of the Ash

Clash of the Ash

2007

No releases match the current filters.

Similar Artists

Alan Stivell Following

Alan Stivell

Shared genres: Celtic music

Enya Following

Enya

Shared genres: Celtic music

Charlotte Church Following

Charlotte Church

Shared genres: Celtic music

Tri Yann Following

Tri Yann

Shared genres: Celtic music

Celtic Woman Following

Celtic Woman

Shared genres: Celtic music

Julie Fowlis Following

Julie Fowlis

Shared genres: Celtic music

Loreena McKennitt Following

Loreena McKennitt

Shared genres: Celtic music

The Waterboys Following

The Waterboys

Shared genres: Celtic music

🎤
Following

Yōsui Inoue

Similar era

John Denver Following

John Denver

Similar era

Les Ramoneurs de menhirs Following

Les Ramoneurs de menhirs

Similar era

Fairport Convention Following

Fairport Convention

Same era (~1990s)

Learn More

Wikipedia MusicBrainz Wikidata