Stuart Braithwaite and Calum Ingram will headline the Acoustic Line-Up at Wickerman Festival. Other acts announced include Emma Gillespie, King Eider, Martin Stephenson, Hailander, Bella and The Bear and Tam Tam 2000.

On Friday, the festival’s acoustic faithful will be given the rare opportunity to see Mogwai front man and guitarist, Stuart Braithwaite, play a mesmerising solo set. With nine studio albums under their belt, Mogwai’s distinctive post rock sound and intense live performances have made the visionary group a national treasure. Known for his multi-layered guitar sounds, fans of the instrumental rocker can expect a captivating performance.

On Saturday, New York-based singing cellist Calum Ingram will take to the stage. The Scottish starhas supported blues rock legend Jack Bruce and will be touring with platinum record selling Artist Sandi Thom this year as part of her band.

One act set to make a triumphant return to Wickerman 2015 is Dumfries native Emma Gillespie. Formerly known as ‘Emma’s Imagination’, the super talented singer songwriter first came to prominence after winning the Sky 1 TV talent contest Must Be the Music, which netted her an album deal with Gary Barlow’s record label and two top ten singles. Another act set to

Scottish duo Bella and the Bear will be performing what promises to be a must-see set, the Scottish duo attracted an army of fans after winning the Calmac Culture Music contest run by Calmac Ferries. The Razorbills vocalist and songwriter Alan McClure and The Hoolits, featuring Jane Chalmers from Ska Punk veterans The Amphetameanies, will also join the red hot bill.

Wicker fans can discover a host of local talent this year, singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Jordan Murray, Novantae, Anne Chaurand, Richard I-Paint and Friends of Huntington’s Scotland choir will all take centre stage.

Glasgow’s electro group Big Hogg, blues duo Elemental, The Trongate Rum Riots,Feed Your Silence, Reverieme, Jon Zip Little Fire, Herborg Hansen and Nicky Murray will further enhance this year’s eclectic vibe.

A host of festival favourites will also be gracing the Wickerman stage in 2015 including Old Bohemia, Junkman’s Choir, Roberto and the Tickety2 and Simon Atkinson and The Foundryman's apprentice.

Fans of the festival will be familiar with the Ingrid Pit stage, newcomers are in for a real treat as music, poetry and spoken word are blended together seamlessly. Look out for star turns from Miko Berry, Agnes Thorok, Mark Thomson, Andrew Learmonth, Milton Balgoni, Kim Edgar, Robin Cairns, Kathryn Ailes and Kevin P. Gilday.

The Acoustic Village’s Barabajagal Yurt will also provide the perfect place for Wicker fans to jam and make music with other people. This year it will play host to the enchanting storyteller and musician Susi Sweetpea and Greywacke who will host a series of percussion sessions each day.

Nicola Black, Wickerman’s Acoustic Booker commented: “Wickerman’s Acoustic Village has become a popular attraction at the Festival due to its mix of emerging talent and established acts. Offering something for everyone, fans can unwind, enjoy a jam or discover some lively new acts in the much-loved area.”