Why did Runrig stop playing?

Why did Runrig stop playing?

Having quit the band in 1997 – originally to pursue a career in politics – Munro was performing a solo show in Denmark when he first heard the news. “Calum called and told me the band had decided to finish,” says Munro.

What does Runrig mean in Gaelic?

Run rig, or runrig, also known as rig-a-rendal, was a system of land tenure practised in Scotland, particularly in the Highlands and islands. It was used on open fields for arable farming.

Where is Runrig from?

Skye, United Kingdom
Runrig/Origin

Did Donnie Munro appear at the last dance?

Donnie Munro, the band’s lead singer from 1974 to 1997, joined the band on stage during the show, much to the delight of fans. Runrig founding member Rory MacDonald, who lives in Sutherland, said: “It’s the love of performing that kept the group going for over 45 years.

Are runrig still together?

Runrig Tickets, Tour Dates & Concerts 2021/2022 ♫ Runrig is a Scottish Celtic rock outfit hailing from the Isle of Skye. In September 2017 Runrig announced their split, with their final collection of shows planned in London, Manchester, and Stirling, Scotland in 2018.

Is runrig Scottish?

Runrig was a Scottish Celtic rock band formed on the Isle of Skye in 1973. From its inception, the band’s line-up included songwriters Rory Macdonald and Calum Macdonald.

What was Runrigs biggest hit?

Loch Lomond
So it makes complete sense that Loch Lomond tops our list of Runrig’s most popular tracks of all time. Read more about Runrig’s final performance. Loch Lomond was released in 1983 and spent a total of five weeks in the charts.

Who was the original lead singer of Runrig?

Bruce Guthro
Who’s who in Runrig Lead vocalist, Nova Scotian Bruce Guthro, joined in 1998 followed by keyboard player Brian Hurren from Falkirk.

Do Runrig still tour?

On 26 September 2017 Runrig announced that after 45 years they would be “pulling the curtain down” on their music careers. The band announced one final tour named The Final Mile, taking part in Germany, Denmark and UK, ending with one final show in Stirling’s City Park called The Last Dance.

Is Runrig still together?

Released in 2016, ‘The Story’ is the band’s 14th and final LP. In September 2017 Runrig announced their split, with their final collection of shows planned in London, Manchester, and Stirling, Scotland in 2018.