Ross Ainslie
Ross Ainslie

Ross Ainslie

GBRRock, Folk Rock
34,192 monthly listeners
  • 6.2K followers
  • 2.4K subscribers
  • 7.9K followers
  • 36 followers
  • 300 fans

Ross Ainslie's Top Spotify Songs

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Cloud Surfing
6.1K streams
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Happy Place
2.9K streams
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Sisters
2.6K streams
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Lullaby for Mel
2.5K streams
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Kings
2.4K streams
6.1K
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Kings

Ross Ainslie, Ali Hutton
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Ross Ainslie's YouTube Videos

82.7K
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ROSS AINSLIE, BRIGHDE CHAIMBEUL and STEVEN BYRNES

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ROSS AINSLIE, BRIGHDE CHAIMBEUL and STEVEN BYRNES
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Oct 20, 2017
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ROSS AINSLIE, BRIGHDE CHAIMBEUL AND STEVEN BYRNES

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ROSS AINSLIE, BRIGHDE CHAIMBEUL AND STEVEN BYRNES
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ROSS AINSLIE - DANGER ZONE SET - NA TRADS 2017

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ROSS AINSLIE - DANGER ZONE SET - NA TRADS 2017
Youtube
34K views
May 09, 2018

Ross Ainslie's Top Spotify Playlists in the past 3 Months

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Celtic Music ☘️
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Scottish Folk & Gaelic Singing
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Irish Instrumental
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Instrumental Folk (Celtic, Irish, Nordic)
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Post/Trad
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Events16 Events

May
01
Deacon Blue at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
United Kingdom
GBR
, Glasgow2500 - 5000 Hall
Jan
20
Ross Ainslie at The Old Fruitmarket
United Kingdom
GBR
, Glasgow1200 - 2500 Hall
Past
Jan-Feb
18-04
Celtic Connections
United Kingdom
GBR
, GlasgowN/A N/A
Past
Aug
25-28
Towersey Festival
United Kingdom
GBR
, ThameN/A N/A
Past
Aug
24-27
Tonder Festival
Denmark
DNK
, TønderN/A N/A
Past
Aug
04-11
The Sidmouth Folk Festival
United Kingdom
GBR
, VentnorN/A N/A
Past

Ross Ainslie's Upcoming Events1 Event

  • Deacon Blue at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

    Deacon Blue, Siobhan Miller, Capercaillie, Duncan Chisholm, Rura, Admiral Fallow, Ross Ainslie, kitti, James Grant
    Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
    GBR, Glasgow
    Hall2.5K - 5K

Ross Ainslie's Past Events15 Events

  • Ross Ainslie at The Old Fruitmarket

    Ross Ainslie, Goitse
    The Old Fruitmarket
    GBR, Glasgow
    Hall1.2K - 2.5K
  • Celtic Connections festival

    Angelique Kidjo, Bruce Hornsby, Tommy Emmanuel, Fatoumata Diawara, Allison Russell, Billy Bragg, Sarah Jarosz, Margo Price, Molly Tuttle, DakhaBrakha, Julie Fowlis, Aoife O'Donovan, Blanco White, The Wood Brothers, Chris Thile, The Milk Carton Kids, Sierra Hull, Nati Dreddd, Jerry Douglas, John Craigie, This Is The Kit, Béla Fleck, Lankum, Carlene Carter, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Darlingside, Drew Holcomb, Skerryvore, Lambchop, Talisk, Israel Nash, Skipinnish, Lindsay Lou, Dougie MacLean, Brothertiger, Kate Rusby, King Creosote, Gnoss, Buffalo Nichols, Siobhan Miller, Katherine Priddy, Daoiri Farrell, Edgar Meyer, Alan Stivell, Eddi Reader, Norman Blake, Jesca Hoop, Joshua Burnside, Alison Brown, Seth Lakeman, Carlos Núñez, Jembaa Groove, Sam Amidon, Jeffrey Martin, Les Amazones d'Afrique, Good Lovelies, KAIA KATER, Teddy Thompson, Pete Josef, Calum Stewart, Michael Cleveland, Ashley Campbell, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Karine Polwart, Kelsey Waldon, Rachel Sermanni, Bryan Sutton, The Breath, Duncan Chisholm, Scott Matthews, Valtos, Thea Gilmore, John Francis Flynn, Niwel Tsumbu, Rura, Hannah Peel, Breabach, Steve Mason, Becky Sikasa, Michael McGoldrick, Paul Buchanan, Dustbowl Revival, Project Smok, Michael & Michelle, Bernard Butler, The Olllam, Hamish Hawk, Outliers, Cherish The Ladies, Blazin' Fiddles, Scottish Ensemble, Ross Ainslie, Sam Brookes, Kathryn Tickell, Andrew Wasylyk, The Outside Track, Ross Wilson, The Henry Girls, Kathryn Joseph, Éamon Doorley, Daimh, Brighde Chaimbeul, Carel Kraayenhof, Adwaith, Kim Carnie, John Doyle, Justin Currie, Väsen, Ailie Robertson, Junior Brother, Archie Fisher, Goitse, Natalie Haas, FARA, Gary Innes, Lily Lyons, Niall McCabe, Rosie H Sullivan, Dirk Powell, Clive Carroll, Roddy Woomble, Mec Lir, Josienne Clarke, Ron Block, Genticorum, Chris Difford, Rumba de Bodas, John McCusker, Phil Cunningham, Elaine Howley, An Dannsa Dub, The Laurettes, Dallahan, Kinnaris Quintet, Ali Levack, Nancy Kerr, Hannah Rarity, Boo Hewerdine, Aly Bain, Tim Edey, Hamish Napier, Robin Adams, Niall McNamee, Emma Pollock, Tragedy Ann, Anna Massie, Damien O'Kane, Colonel Mustard & The Dijon 5, The Langan Band, Findlay Napier, Joy Dunlop, The Black Feathers, Nuala Kennedy, Tom Bright, The Nordic Fiddler's Bloc, Sarah Jane Scouten, Maeve Gilchrist, Session A9, The Willows, Maxwell Quartet, Iona Lane, Jamie MacDonald, HEISK, Adam Sutherland, Steph Geremia, Lomond Campbell, Su-a Lee, brownbear, Mark Schatz, Josie Duncan, RANT, Eyes Of Others, Zervas & Pepper, Carola Ortiz, Stundom, Beòlach, Frankie Archer, Ali Hutton, Gordie Tentrees, Catriona McKay, Ceitidh Mac, The Friel Sisters, Sarabeth Tucek, Amy Laurenson, Robbie Cavanagh, Grainne Holland, Alice Allen, Rachel Hair, Basset, Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves, Tom Wright, Ruth Lyon, Amy Papiransky, Gillebrìde Macmillan, The John Martyn Project, NoGood Boyo, Nick Harper, Low Lily, Mairearad Green, MF Tomlinson, Siiga, Annie Ebrel, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh, Cathy Jordan, BAHOOKIE, Jenna Reid, Donald Shaw, VanIves, Beth Malcolm, Lavinia BlackwAll, Ewen Henderson, The Magpie Arc, Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas, Midnight Ambulance, Andrew Broder, Stereo Naked, Patsy Reid, Gatehouse, Daniel Kimbro, Pedair, Elizabeth Davidson-Blythe, Niall Vallely, Megan Henderson, Ciaran Ryan, Tracyanne Campbell, Willie Campbell, Chloe Matharu, Ruth Keggin, Martin Green, Ronan Le Bars Group, Fraser Fifield, Harley Kimbro Lewis, TRIP, Mischa Macpherson, Juliette Lemoine, Gilles Le Bigot, Fiona Hunter, Julie Alapnes, Tara Breen, Liz Knowles, Rory Matheson, Westward the Light, Gavin Marwick, The Wynntown Marshals, Erlend Viken Trio, Maggie MacInnes, Campbell/Jensen, Jean-Michel Veillon, Dónal O'Connor, lauren collier, Katie Macfarlane, The Countess Of Fife, Ingrid Henderson, Linda Buckley, Blue Giant Orkestar, Rain Of Animals, Alain Genty, Tom Oakes, Sean Gray, Lucie Hendry, Colin Steele, Chris Amer, Rose Room, Nicole Cassandra Smit, Tarran, Dave Milligan, Iain MacFarlane, Mairi McGillivray, Martin Tourish, Kristan Harvey, Angrusori, Sarah Hayes, Blythe Pepino, Mark Radcliffe, WILD CHILD, Alexander Aga Røynstrand, Jaxon Haldane, Liza Mulholland, Acolyte, Dopey Monkey, Ella Munro, Raymond MacDonald, Kaela Rowan, Duncan Lyall
    GBR, Glasgow
    Medium
  • Towersey Festival festival

    The Proclaimers, Frank Turner, Nickel Creek, The Divine Comedy, Jack Botts, Gnoss, Jemima Coulter, Flook, Sam Sweeney, Thea Gilmore, Molotov Jukebox, Ross Ainslie, The Young'uns, Gwenifer Raymond, Solstice, The Spooky Men's Chorale, Tim Edey, Merry Hell, Rusty Shackle, Bargainatt, Lady Nade, Flammer Dance Band, Leveret, The Urban Folk Quartet, John Kirkpatrick, GRANNY'S ATTIC, Joshua Burnell, Lizzy Hardingham, Hannah Sanders & Ben Savage, James Riley, Gavin Osborn, Joe Broughton's Conservatoire Folk Ensemble, Owen Spafford and Louis Campbell, Threepenny Bit, Sheshanties, The Original Rabbit Foot Spasm Band, Damien Barber, Rooftop Assembly, Frog on a Bike, Sacha Dieu, Crowdy-Kit, The Dartmoor Pixie Band, Klezmer Loshn, Kirkophany
    GBR, Thame
    Medium
  • Tonder Festival festival

    Lukas Graham, The Dead South, Sierra Ferrell, Shane Smith & the Saints, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O'Donovan, Graham Nash, Nickel Creek, The Mary Wallopers, Leftover Salmon, Joshua Ray Walker, Ariel Posen, Lisa O'Neill, Israel Nash, Aysanabee, Gnoss, Buffalo Nichols, The Unthanks, David Ramirez, Margo Cilker, Jeremy Dutcher, The Local Honeys, Hackensaw Boys, Emily Scott Robinson, Kelsey Waldon, David Ritschard, De Dannan, Niteworks, Allan Olsen, Michael McGoldrick, AySay, Ross Ainslie, Alisa Amador, John Doyle, Mec Lir, Joachim Cooder, Frankie Gavin, John McCusker, Liam Ó Maonlaí, Caleb Klauder, Violet Bell, Baby Did a Bad Thing, Ali Hutton, Sorten Muld, Reeb Willms, Lawrence Maxwell, Willie Stratton, Adyn Townes, William Torp, Bjonko, Mallemuk, Det Yderste Hav, The Tarantino Twist Show, Owen Sinclair, folkBALTICA Ensemble
    DNK, Tønder
    Medium
  • The Sidmouth Folk Festival festival

    The Fisherman's Friends, Skerryvore, Barbara Dickson, Talisk, Peat and Diesel, Lindisfarne, The Unthanks, Cara Dillon, Grace Petrie, Seth Lakeman, Show Of Hands, Sam Sweeney, Breabach, Michael McGoldrick, Le Vent du Nord, Ross Ainslie, Eliza Carthy, Maddy Prior, Kathryn Tickell, Brendan Quinn, Brighde Chaimbeul, Cerys Hafana, John Doyle, Martin Carthy, The Young'uns, Jackie Oates, Angeline Morrison, John McCusker, Lady Maisery, Flo Perlin, Good Habits, Shovel Dance Collective, Blackbeard's Tea Party, Mishra, Maddie Morris, Iona Lane, Reg Meuross, Suntou Susso, Leveret, Dominie Hooper, Frankie Archer, John Kirkpatrick, Ellie Gowers, The Brothers Gillespie, Jon Wilks, Jim Causley, VRï, John Tams, The Magpie Arc, Lizzy Hardingham, Sandra Kerr, Saul Rose, Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne, The Exmouth Shanty Men, Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer, Rhodri Davies, Owen Spafford and Louis Campbell, Tashi Lhunpo Monks, Topette, Harp and a Monkey, Matt Quinn, Banter, Jo Freya, The Gigspanner Big Band, George Sansome, John Dipper, James Delarre, Whapweasel, Samia Malik, Moira Craig, Will Finn & Rosie Calvert, STUMPY OAK, Brown Boots, Stream of Sound, Patrick Ryan, Intarsia, Matt Norman, Narthen, Paul Downes, Patakas, The English Fiddle Ensemble, Pete Coe, Out of Hand, Kitty Greenwood, Crowdy-Kit, Annie Winter, Paul Scourfield, Brazen Thieves, Jigfoot, Barry Goodman, Steve Turner, Oscina, Mrs Midnight's, Peter and Barbara Snape
    GBR, Ventnor
    Medium

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More about Ross Ainslie

Overview of Folk Rock musician Ross Ainslie

Scottish multi-instrumentalist and composer Ross Ainslie is renowned for his outstanding rock and folk rock songs. Ainslie, who was born and bred in Glasgow, the United Kingdom, has a distinctive style that cuts across genres and mesmerizes viewers around. He has established a reputation as one of the most avant-garde musicians of his generation throughout the course of a career spanning more than two decades.

Ainslie blends old and modern elements in his music, drawing inspiration from rock, folk, blues, and jazz. His usage of the pipes, whistles, and cittern in his compositions is nothing short of brilliant. He is a master of these instruments. His performances are proof of his musicianship, which is evident in his passionate and heartfelt music.

Ross Ainslie has always stayed true to his roots, from his early days playing in neighborhood bands to his current position as an internationally renowned artist. Every note he plays shows his commitment to his art, and his music reflects his love of what he does. Ainslie has developed a sound that is entirely his own by fusing rock and folk rock, and his music continues to enthrall and inspire listeners all around the world.

What are the most popular songs for Folk Rock musician Ross Ainslie?

Some of the most well-known songs in the genre were written by Glasgow, United Kingdom-based Folk Rock guitarist Ross Ainslie. These songs are among his best: "Heroes," "Eavesdropper," "Lullaby for Mel," "Sisters," "Kings," "Goretree," "Cloud Surfing," "Happy Place," "Gaelic," and "4th Floor."

Ainslie demonstrates his proficiency with the bagpipes in "Heroes," fusing them with electric guitars, drums, and other instruments to produce a potent rock hymn. While "Lullaby for Mel" is a gentler, more reflective song that demonstrates Ainslie's versatility as a musician, "Eavesdropper" boasts a snappy, cheerful melody that is likely to get fans dancing.

While "Kings" has a more conventional folk flavor, "Sisters" is a lively composition that fuses funk and rock elements. The melancholy instrumental piece "Cloud Surfing" highlights Ainslie's versatility with a range of instruments, while the eerie vocal ballad "Goretree" has a driving beat and ominous voices.

The bright and cheery "Happy Place" will have listeners tapping their feet, while the traditional folk song of "Gaelic" and Ainslie's distinctive bagpipe sound are featured on "Happy Place." Finally, the melancholy and eerie piece "4th Floor" demonstrates Ainslie's talent for establishing a mood and environment through music.

Ross Ainslie has produced a wide range of music that is both eclectic and spectacular, fusing traditional folk components with rock, funk, and other genres to produce a sound that is all his own. His best songs are examples of his musical talent and range, and anyone interested in Folk Rock music should give them a listen.

What are the latest songs and music albums for Folk Rock musician Ross Ainslie?

Ross Ainslie is a well-known folk rock musician from Glasgow, Scotland, who has recently gained popularity for his most recent compositions. His most recent CD, "Diad (2023)," is a masterful demonstration of his musical talent. The CD consists of a number of songs that combine contemporary rock music with traditional Scottish folk music to produce a distinctive and thrilling sound. The album showcases Ainslie's proficiency on a variety of instruments, such as the bagpipes, flutes, and whistles.

"Bulgarian (2022)," which showcases Ainslie's virtuoso piper playing, is one of the album's outstanding songs. The song is a mix of Scottish and Bulgarian music, creating a complex and lovely sound environment. "Everyone Live (2022)," which contains Ainslie's soulful vocals and meaningful lyrics, is another standout track from the album. The song is an examination of the pleasures and difficulties of modern life.

Ainslie has released a number of songs in addition to his most recent album, including "Better Day Live (2022)" and "Kings (Radio Edit) (2019)." These songs highlight Ainslie's talent for writing uplifting and reflective music. "Better Day Live (2022)" is a live recording of Ainslie's performance at the Celtic Connections festival, during which he gives a moving rendition of the song. An updated, radio-friendly version of the song called "Kings (Radio Edit) (2019)" demonstrates Ainslie's talent at creating music with broad appeal.

In conclusion, Ross Ainslie's most recent musical creations show evidence of his skill and range as a folk rock musician. His most recent album, "Diad (2023)," and hits like "Bulgarian (2022)" and "Better Day Live (2022)" demonstrate his talent for fusing modern rock music with traditional Scottish folk music to produce a sound that is both distinctive and intriguing. Fans of folk rock music and anyone who enjoys good music should listen to Ainslie's music.

Which are the most important music performances and festival appearances for Folk Rock musician Ross Ainslie?

Rock and Folk Rock artist Ross Ainslie, from Glasgow, UK, has performed on some of the greatest stages and festivals in the nation. Top festivals like Celtic Connections, The Sidmouth Folk Festival, Towersey Festival, Shepley Spring Festival, and Tonder Festival all benefited greatly from his contributions.

One of his most famous performances took place in front of a devoted audience at the Kings Place London venue. Additionally, he has performed at Saint Luke's & The Winged Ox, where his electric performance enthralled the audience. His performances have been nothing short of amazing at the Perth Concert Hall & Perth Theatre - Horsecross, another noteworthy location.

The anticipation for Ross Ainslie's appearances at prestigious festivals has always been tremendous, and he never disappoints. Particularly notable were his appearances at The Sidmouth Folk Festival and Celtic Connections. He has gained a devoted following throughout the UK because to his spectacular performances at the Tonder Festival, Towersey Festival, and Shepley Spring Festival.

Overall, watching Ross Ainslie perform has always been a pleasure. His distinct aesthetic and alluring stage presence leave the audience wanting more. It is not surprising that he is regarded as one of the UK's most brilliant musicians given his stellar resume.

Which are the most important collaborations with other musicians for Folk Rock musician Ross Ainslie?

A folk rock musician from Glasgow, Scotland named Ross Ainslie has worked with many other musicians over the course of his career. The Sidh, Jarlath Henderson, and Rura are a few of them.

The Sidh's "Heroes" is one of their standout collaborations. Traditional Scottish music and electronic elements are combined in the song to create a distinctive and energizing vibe. The project demonstrates Ainslie's capacity to experiment with several genres and produce something wholly original.

"Eavesdropper" with Jarlath Henderson is another noteworthy project. The tune, which beautifully combines Scottish and Irish folk music, highlights the performers' extraordinary proficiency with the pipes and whistle. The song is evidence of Ainslie's talent for working with different musicians to create stunning music.

Overall, some of Ross Ainslie's most enduring works are the product of his associations with The Sidh, Jarlath Henderson, and Rura. Ainslie's flexibility as a musician and his capacity to slickly meld many genres are on display in the partnerships.