A rising Scottish Gaelic singer-songwriter from Harris has been shortlisted for the Belladrum Talent Search 2026 and is asking folk of the Western Isles to back her in the online vote that ends on Friday morning (19 June, 9am).

Isla Scott is a 19-year-old from the Isle of Harris who is making her mark on Gaelic music, composing her own original songs.

She is currently studying Traditional Music at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, specialising in Gaelic song.

Highlight performances include competing at the International Pan Celtic Festival, supporting trad bands Dàimh and Heron Valley, self-organising her ‘Hit The Hebrides’ tour and advocating for the Gaelic language at festivals across Scotland.

Isla released her debut EP 'Fadachd' in April 2025, and is currently working on her debut album with Wee Studio Records.

The talent search is an annual pairing of Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival with festival broadcaster BBC ALBA and bids to find the best up-and-coming musical talent from the north and north-east of Scotland.

To view the shortlist and to vote for Isla, click here.