The Dundee Musicians’ Award is staged by Leisure & Culture Dundee is now open for applications. The Award was established in 2008 to support the work of Dundee - based musicians. Awards of £500 to a maximum of £1000 are available. Last year's 2024/25 winners were Andrew Baird, Shaun Scott (rapper Eugene) and Stacey MacLeay.
Andrew Baird is a singer-songwriter from Dundee with a distinctive style and love of storytelling through song. A regular performer at Dundee Fringe, he enjoys playing folk clubs and running local songwriting sessions. He is now ready to bring my songs to life by recording with other artists. Andrew has received funding to support the recording of a four track EP called “Bring my songs to life” a 4 track EP of original songs.
Shaun Scott (rapper Eugene). Shaun's journey in music has always been about raw storytelling, authenticity, and making space for Scottish rap on a bigger stage. From early days crafting lyrics to winning Best Newcomer at the Scottish Alternative Music Awards, Scott has stayed committed to representing his city and his sound. He feels winning this award is a huge milestone, and it fuels his drive to keep building, collaborating and putting Dundee on the map. He's excited for what’s next—new music, live shows, and continuing to grow as an artist in a city that’s given him so much.
Stacey MacLeay is a Scottish composer, sound designer, and songwriter. A multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, she is predominantly a cellist who seeks to create aural paintings of her surrounding landscapes, of feelings, of states of mind, through an avant-garde fusion of modal melody and experimental composition.
Applications can be made here and the closing date for applications is Friday 25 July 2025.