13 August 2010
Published in The Herald on the 13th August 2010
No-one falls asleep at a Red Hot Chilli Pipers gig. They are, as their opening medley’s quote from Robbie Williams confirms, here to entertain you. And they do. Blending superb traditional and not so traditional bagpiping and snare drum skills with well choreographed showmanship, chanter-guitar battles and songs from Coldplay, Snow Patrol and Queen, the Chillis give the jugglers on the Royal Mile a run for their money and – make no mistake – rock the house. Not sure about the inclusion of Highland Cathedral but we’ll let that pass due to the otherwise major feelgood factor.
Red Hot Chilli Pipers, Assembly @ Princes Street Gardens
Star rating: ****
28 July 2010
RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS IN AVILES (Another Spicy Testimonial) 23-07-2010 We really missed you last year at our Intercéltico Festival but fortunately we had the chance this summer to see your third performance in our city and as usual we enjoyed every minute of it. The venue this time was Carbayedo Park, the perfect location for an unforgettable concert. Right in the middle of the park there is a well preserved “horreo”, a traditional Asturian construction, which is a well known icon of our region. It has quietly witnessed over more than a century a wide variety of events giving evidence that as far as music is concerned, traditional and rock songs can go hand in hand if they are arranged by true professionals. Once again the park was crowded with people who came to see the “Chillis” play the bagpipes and drums as only masters can do and they were escorted as always by a rock band that is second to none. We know you are busy people who are literally touring the world. That is why it is a privilege for us to have you here. We hope that with our feedback you will feel at home and keep coming back in the future. I would sincerely like to thank Steven Black, the man behind the drums, for being so friendly every time we meet and keeping me up-to-date about the gigs and the band’s new projects. Keep up the good work, mates. Miguel Avilés-Asturias Spain
21 June 2010
'The pipers were fantastic and well worth it! They became the highlight of the conference for all our delegates, most of whom were international.'
Professor Michael I. Bennett MB ChB MD FRCP FFPMRCA
The European Association for Palliative Care 6th Research Congress
19 February 2010
Hi Guys
A big thank you from all of us here in Riyadh for the exceptional concerts there were fantastic! You have all left a huge impression here in Riyadh, everyone is asking when you will all return. You are still the talk of the town, the British school and the British Embassy will never be the same again!
BAG ROCK IS NOW ESTABLISHED IN RIYADH!!
We all had great fun and we hope you all did too can't wait to see you all again!
Thanks for everything.
Gordon and Pat and the Riyadh Caledonian Society Committee.
Thank Willie for the sporran it will be worn with pride.
Gordon
Regards
Patricia, Secretary
Caledonian society
Riyadh
Check out our website for updates and pictures
www.riyadhcaledonian.com
21 December 2009
Hi Guys. Saw you at Cameron House on Saturday - just awesome !!!! Being from south of the Border I'd never heard of you - now a complete convert, pipes meets stomp meets rock - ticks all the high-energy boxes!!!! Keep up the great work - I'll be following you guys with interest!
Chris Milne
14 October 2009
Sorry for the delay but I just wanted to send a sincere felt thanks to you and the Pipers for their fantastic display on Friday at our AFC Gala Dinner
We have had amazing feedback and will be sure to recommend them to everyone. Your help and assistance on the run up to the event was also second to none so very many thanks indeed
Have attached a link below that has gone up on our website today and some photos above for your collection
Kind regards
Lynne
Lynne Duncan
Sales & Marketing Manager
Aberdeen Football Club
21 September 2009
I have to say, you guys did an awesome job, your music, performace, and so wicked cool attitude. This was our very first time seeing and hearing you men perform at The Highland Games, in Lincoln New Hampshire this Sept.20, 09. You guys gave us all your very best, and I/we were so blown away, I've "never" heard bagpipes put out such fantastic tunes ! We had such a great time! I only hope, that my wife and I will get another chance to watch you guys perform another time. Please come to Portland Maine, it would blow everyone's mind away ! Thank you guys for being there in N.H. stay safe and in good health !
Lance Noyes Sr. North Waterboro, Maine.
I Just wanted to say; I was at the Highland Games in NH on Sunday. I was so happy to meet the "Chillies". They were great! I found them very down to earth and just so nice to talk to. I am from Dunoon and was thrilled when Willie and "The G-Man told me their Grannies were from Dunoon...best of luck to them for a great future!
Kathy Lee (Boston Massachusetts.)
12 September 2009
On behalf of my wife and I, we would like to thank you all for making our wedding evening such a night to remember, for us and our guests. We had such a great night and the boys were amazing, they absolutely rocked the place (as usual). It was hard trying to keep it a secret that we he had you guys booked, but it was well worth it. We still have friends and family talking about it. Once again thank you and it was much appreciated what you did for us :)
Mortimer & Hazel Church x
17 August 2009
My family and I had the supreme pleasure of attending 2 of your shows at Irish Fest in Milwaukee this past weekend on Thursday and Saturday nites. You are amazing! We bought your CD and are playing it a lot! I love Jazz Badger and my 16 year old daughter, Amy loves Clocks. I think you might be correct about Chris Martin being a piper. Hope to see you next year at Irish Fest! Keep making people happy with your music! The world needs your passion, showmanship and uplifting tunes.
Jane Tarleton
30 July 2009
I just wanted to say that I fell in love with your music on a recent trip to Edinburgh. I can now say that I love bagpipes, so thank you. Now when ever I think of my time spent in amazing Scotland I think of your music. Hope you guys come out with a new cd soon and you tour the U.S. because it would be great to see you in person. Good luck.
Natasha