A look at some of Scotland’s most successful and well-loved alternative rock bands - from Idlewild to Franz Ferdinand, and Belle and Sebastian to Frightened Rabbit. Show more
This is the story of how four friends came together to form Scotland’s most enduring independent label and the bands - from Arab Strap to Mogwai - that they championed. Show more
This is the story of one of pop music’s most anarchic, perplexing and controversial groups - The KLF. Show more
From the early experiments of Simple Minds, through the pop perfection of Altered Images and onto the modern day majesty of Chrvrches, this is the very best of Scottish synth pop. Show more
This is the story of how a group of friends from Lanarkshire influenced a generation of American rock, and cemented the reputation of Scottish indie music on a global stage. Show more
As the 60s burst into life, Scotland’s countercultural revolution was in full swing. John Martyn drawled, Lulu shouted and Alex Harvey screamed as Scottish pop was born. Show more
This is the story of Scottish punk. The Rezillos and Scars burst onto the scene in dreary 1970s Scotland and laid the foundation for a DIY ethos that still survives today. Show more
Music journalist Lauren Martin presents a guide to some of Scotland’s best new alternative music, with a particular focus on her home town, Glasgow. Show more