Dougie MacLean Dougie MacLean has for many years been at the forefront of the development of Scottish music and song. As one of Scotland's most gifted and successful contemporary singer-songwriters, his innovative work has created a modern interpretation of this music but its fundamental values remain rooted in the ancient Scots culture. Butterstone and Dunkeld in Perthshire, where MacLean grew up and now lives, have become base for his recording studio, record label (Dunkeld Records), publishing company (Limetree Arts & Music), and retail outlet. Berie, the Old Farmhouse at Riof, Uig on the beautiful Atlantic coast of the Isle of Lewis; has become his songwriting home and a constant source of peace and inspiration. Dougie's songs have been heard all over the world and been recorded by many top artists including Kathy Mattea, Frankie Miller, Mary Black, and Delores Keane. “Caledonia,” a song he wrote 15 years ago about Scotland, has become somewhat of a Scottish anthem and went straight to number one in the Scottish charts. His instrumental compositions, including “Perthshire Amber,” have been performed by ensembles and orchestras.
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