Saturday 6th June
Valtos presents: High Water Mark is the DJ/Live hybrid trio from Skye natives Daniel Docherty and Martyn MacDonald, joined by fiddle player Euan McLaughlin, expanding on the unique sound of their main project, Valtos. Known for blending traditional Gaelic folk with electronic music, Valtos has been making waves in both the folk and electronic scenes since their debut in 2021. With High Water Mark, they bring their distinctive sound, whilst sampling influences from artists like Bicep, Mylo, and Peatbog Faeries, while still incorporating Euan’s masterful fiddle playing.
In this new project, Dan and Martyn focus on the DJ side, delivering driving electronic beats, while Euan adds traditional melodies through his fiddle, creating an energetic and dynamic experience that blends folk and dance music in a completely fresh way. This version of Valtos is a dancefloor-ready take on their already unique sound, offering audiences a chance to experience their music in a club setting while still capturing the essence of their folk roots.
Valtos’ talent and innovation has garnered recognition, seeing them getting to the finals of BBC Introducing Scottish Act of the Year, earning a spot on The List’s 2024 Hot 100, the title of Up and Coming Artist of the Year award in 2022 and a nomination for Best Live Act 2023 at The Scots Trad Awards. Their dedication and boundary-pushing artistry continue to impress critics and fans alike.
