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17th January 2008

“A capacity audience was treated to top class entertainment in Galashiels when the String Jam Club staged its ‘Musician Of The Year Contest.’

Held as part of the club's 10th anniversary celebrations, the competition saw eight acts do battle in front of a professional judging panel comprising Rod Clements of Lindisfarne, Kathy Stewart and Gavin Dickie.

Iain Petrie won the coveted award pipping his rivals with catchy songs in a style that Iain himself describes as 'organic celtic soul'. Joined by his brother Ali on keyboards, Iain impressed all with his confident relaxed style, catchy accessible songs and dynamic performance.

He picked up a selection of prizes including free studio time at Big Sky Studios, a £50 gift voucher from Clinkscales Music Station in Galashiels, a Sennheiser vocal microphone and a future support slot at the club.” Southern Reporter

It has been suggested that if John Martyn and James Taylor were in the Beatles, it might sound like Borders musician, Iain Petrie, winner of String Jam Club’s prestigious ‘Musicians Of The Year Contest 2007’.

Recently signed to new Scottish indie label Fourtrak Records, Iain’s debut album 'I’ll Stay By You' was released in April 2008. His music is a unique blend of folk, soul, jazz and 60’s influenced British pop, with memorable melodies and quirky arrangements. He describes his music as ‘organic celtic soul’ and nowhere is this more obvious than in his live performances.

Iain plays with an experienced and innovative 4-piece band, comprising his brother Alastair (keyboards, bass & pianos), Orren Karp (electric guitar & vocals) and Alan Cranston (drums, percussion and vocals), whose other credits include Hobotalk, Average White Band and The Junction Pool.