Forres Music Day

Forres Music Day - 24th October 2026

Live Sounds in Forres: One Epic Day!

Join us to experience the incredible talent of Michael McMillan, the acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter whose heartfelt music has touched audiences worldwide for over 30 years. A devout Christian inspired by faith, Michael's songs tell powerful stories of real life, taking listeners on unforgettable journeys. From performances across Brazil and the USA to a special invitation to play at Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay Hotel during The Nashville Hit Songwriters Unplugged event, his career is truly remarkable. His albums ‘Cross Country’ and ‘Whisky’ received prestigious nominations, and his hit “Coming Home” dominated the charts for six weeks. In 2024, he embarked on a 22-date tour of Scottish Prisons, performed a captivating role in the award-winning play "Insiders" at The Edinburgh Festival, and released his ninth studio album, “City Folk.” Experience his music — stories told through song that are like movies, vividly capturing the essence of real-life moments.

Formed in 2015 in Scotland, Haylee G's Devils in Skirts consists of vocalist Haylee Grant, guitarist Jamie MacRae, bassist Fiona O’Connell, and drummer Rhys Turner. United by a passion for storytelling and diverse genres, they quickly became a standout act in the local music scene.
Renowned for high-energy live sets at festivals like T in the Park, the band connects deeply with audiences. They are set to release their third album, Tales from the Edge, in early 2024, promising new sonic explorations.
As they gear up for this year’s festival, Haylee G's Devils in Skirts emerge as not just a band, but a dynamic movement, blending heritage with modernity and leaving a lasting impact on the music scene. Don't miss their live performance!

The Devil's Forfeit are a rock 'n' roll band with dirt under their fingernails and fire in their gut. Hailing from Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders, this four-piece blends the grit of blues with the stomp of classic rock, delivering riff-heavy songs that feel both road-worn and razor-sharp.

Formed in late 2023, The Devil's Forfeit have quickly built a reputation for tight, high-voltage live sets that channel the raw swagger of vintage Stones, the southern bite of Creedence Clearwater Revival and the melodic crunch of early Zeppelin. Their sound is steeped in blues tradition but never stuck in the past- lean, loud and unafraid to swing hard.

Their original material has been called "toe-tapping and delightful" (BluesBlaster UK), while their lead vocals and guitar work are praised as "sensationally strong and unmistakably authentic." Early gigs include support slots for German blues-rock outfit Blue Deal and UK slide-guitar powerhouse Troy Redfern, setting the stage for a breakout year.

With each show, The Devil's Forfeit prove they're not here to chase trends-they're here to play music that moves, grooves and leaves a mark.

 

Line up:

Also Appearing:

Stephen & Harriett Chamberlain

and Alex Collins

©Copyright. All rights reserved.

Information icon

We need your consent to load the translations

We use a third-party service to translate the website content that may collect data about your activity. Please review the details in the privacy policy and accept the service to view the translations.