Pop Matters — Fowlis has a sure voice, and her light, decisive handling of the songs is pleasant to hear. more info

Scotsman.com — HEBRIDEAN singer Julie Fowlis, who travels the world to perform in Europe and the US but sings only in Gaelic, was named the first Gaelic Ambassador of the Year yesterday. more info

Scotsman.com — HEBRIDEAN singer Julie Fowlis, who travels the world to perform in Europe and the US but sings only in Gaelic, was named the first Gaelic Ambassador of the Year yesterday. more info

Detroit Free Press — Born Ruffians: With Thunderbirds Are Now!, Plants & Animals and Rahim, 8 p.m. The Eagle Theater, 15 S. Saginaw, Pontiac. 248-758-9770. $10. Julie Fowlis: 8 p.m. The Ark, 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor. 734-761-1451. $15, $22. more info