Manran // Latha Math

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There is a possibility that you may never have heard of this Scottish group, more than likely as this is their first release. But everyone had to start somewhere, so let's have a look.

Now bearing in mind that the group is Scottish, it might give the origins of the title away. Yes, the title is Gaelic (it means Good Day) as in fact the whole song is. But don't let this deter you from listening. It's a catchy little song that will soon have you tapping and clapping along even if you don't know what the song is truly about*. But that is the joy of music, that it is universal.

It is certainly different from what is out there at the moment although the meaning could be lost on many. If you're looking for something different from what's currently in the charts, or looking for something a little unusual, then take a listen at this

* There is an English translation available on the group's Facebook page

Rating: 4/5

Emma’s Imagination // This Day

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If you followed Sky answer to the X-Factor, Must Be The Music, then you'll already know Emma Gillespie aka Emma's Imagination, the singer-songwriter from Scotland.

This Day was originally released during the the Must Be The Music show (a format adopted by X-Factor last year) but has been giving a re-working for the proper debut single/album (both released on the same day).

The song itself is a very little and easy song to listen to and you're likely soon to find yourself singing along with it. It's a simple song but maybe it's this that helps it stick in the mind. That said, it may also be it's downfall as after a while, the song can become irritating.

Also included with this release is an acoustic cover of the Amy Winehouse track, You Know I'm No Good, which Emma makes her own.

On the whole, it's different from what is currently out there but maybe so different that it's just passed over by all expect those who already know of her.

Rating: 3/5