James Yorkston, the gentleman-songwriter of the East Neuk of Fife, has released a series of albums of tenderness and melody, insight and empathy. His eye for the details in life and the richness of his brogue make a Yorkston song instantly recognisable.

Nina Persson became an international star in the 1990s fronting Swedish pop and rock sensations The Cardigans, before releasing a series of acclaimed albums under her own name and A Camp. The duo have just released their beautiful album The Great White Sea Eagle.