Anya Vincent: The Sound of Renfrewshire

As she begins to make waves further afield, Mill shines a spotlight on Paisley-born artist Anya Vincent’s burgeoning journey into the industry Over the years, Paisley has had an obscenely prosperous ratio when it comes to bringing talented singers, songwriters and musicians to the forefront of the music world. From Paolo Nutini and Jill... Read More

Leisureland: The Sound of Renfrewshire

Fresh from releasing their new single, Scott Simpson and Adam Dolan of Paisley’s own Leisureland detail their journey thus far How and where did the band begin? We originally started under the alias of Ribena Boys in college, which is a s***e name, we know. We realised we needed a name change and we... Read More

Becca Starr: The Sound of Renfrewshire

An artist and newfound record label owner, Becca Starr discusses her career journey and forthcoming album, Defixio What was your entryway into the music industry?  I’ve been doing music forever, I showed an affinity for it even before I could talk. I’d be singing jingles off the telly and my parents got me so... Read More

Jill Jackson: The Sound of Renfrewshire

Fresh from releasing her latest album, Paisley’s own Jill Jackson discusses her incredible musical journey and upcoming Mill Town Festival set You’re hot on the heels of Curse of the Damned emerging, how was the process of recording that record? It was great. I usually record the same way in that I have a... Read More

MrdB: The Sound of Renfrewshire

Following a relentless schedule of gigs in 2023, MrdB have no intention of taking their foot off the gas this year either  How did MrdB come about?  Billy Kinnear: My daughters always try to guess how many bands I’ve been in over the years and I’ve played everything over the years (laughs). After I... Read More

Optimo (Espacio): JG Wilkes talks to Mill Magazine

Along with JD Twitch, JG Wilkes forms half of the legendary electronic duo Optimo (Espacio). We spoke to him ahead of their gig at Paisley Town Hall in November 2023 about their longevity, playing alongside Bicep and their excitement about the shows… The Paisley one is particularly interesting. Historically, it wasn’t a location for... Read More

Sasha Kaloheris – The Sound of Renfrewshire

Mill Magazine catches up with Houston-based singer/songwriter Sasha Kaloheris to discuss her musical journey so far How did you first get involved in music? Was it a lifelong passion?  I’ve always been heavily involved in music and I danced from a very young age. My sister and I used to compete in dancing until... Read More

Judge Jules talks to Mill Magazine

Regarded as one of the world’s finest DJs, Judge Jules is bringing his 10-piece band to Ingliston Estate & Country Club for an evening of spellbinding dance classics. In an exclusive interview with Mill, he discusses the show, his lifelong love of music, changes in the industry and more… Since his teenage years, Judge... Read More

Norman Blake on gigs with Bernard Butler and James Grant

Mill Magazine caught up with the legendary Norman Blake before his Paisley show with Bernard Butler and James Grant in 2022 Although their paths have only crossed incidentally over the years, there’s something that seems inherently natural about Teenage Fanclub’s Norman Blake, Bernard Butler and Love & Money’s James Grant... Read More

Arbo Falls: The Sound of Renfrewshire

Known for creating immersive soundscapes that stir the emotional and cerebral aspects of our brains at once, Paisley-based producer Andrew Robinson, AKA Arbo Falls, talks us through his process and his latest EP, Arise  Although you’re an electronic artist now, your musical origins can be traced to guitar bands. When did you realise that... Read More