Dougie Maclean
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About
Singer and multi-instrumentalist who became one of the premiere figures in the Scottish folk scene with songs like "The Gael" and "Caledonia." He is famous for his skill at a variety of instruments, including the mandolin, the viola and the banjo.
Before Fame
He was the driver for musicians Doc Watson and Merle Watson in the 70's.
Trivia
He received the BBC Radio 2 Folk Award for Lifetime Achievement for Contribution to Songwriting in 2013.
Family Life
He married a woman named Jennifer and has children named Jamie and Julia.
Associated With
He and Eric Bogle are two of Scotland's most well-known folk singers.
