Belfast Nashville Songwriters' Festival

Scottish Corner

JJ Gilmour, Dean Owens & Ian Smith

JJ Gilmour

He is a writer able to fuse moving, intelligent lyrics with melodic harmonies.
In the 1990’s he enjoyed huge success with Scottish band The Silencers before releasing his critically acclaimed first solo album in 2002. In 2009 he released ‘The Boy Who Didn’t Fall’ and is currently composing the music for the new George Best musical with Pat Gribben.

www.jjgilmour.com

Dean Owens

His exploration of song writing has taken him through the heart of Americana, where he has demonstrated his unique talent both as a solo artist and The Felsons front man.

‘Whisky Hearts’ his third album, recorded in Nashville, is considered to be his finest work to date. The album was featured on Radio 2 and the title track was used in Irvine Welsh’s film, ‘Good Arrows’.

www.deanowens.com

Ian Smith

Ian has had a varied career, writing, performing and playing guitar for other artists including Dolores Kean. His debut solo album "Restless Heart" is testament to his optimistic nature – a wonderful collection of songs characterised by themes of hope and possibility. Nashville songwriter Tony Arata has dubbed the album "Poet's Heart" - praise indeed from this prolific songwriter.
www.myspace.com/iansmithsongs

Scottish Corner, JJ Gilmour, Dean Owens, Art College Belfast, UU Students Union, Doors 8, £8