Greentrax recordings

Greentrax Recordings is a Scottish traditional music recording company launched in 1986 by former police inspector Ian Green. It has released approximately 500 albums over the years, with a current catalogue of around 450 items. The company operates out of Cockenzie Business Centre in East Lothian and distributes music globally.

The company's catalogue includes the Greentrax, G2, and Celtic Collections labels, as well as Grian Music Publishing. It features artists like Eric Bogle, Dick Gaughan, and Barbara Dickson, and offers Scottish, traditional Gaelic, Folk, and Celtic music on CDs, DVDs, and books.

Customers can order directly from the website, which hosts over 500 titles available for international delivery. The site also features special offers and clearance items that may be temporarily reduced in price.

Orders are typically despatched within 5 working days, with UK delivery taking 5-7 days and international delivery taking around 10 working days. Pre-orders may require splitting shipments without extra postage charges.

The company accepts PayPal and major credit or debit cards for online payments, processing transactions in UK Pounds Sterling. International customers see their totals converted by PayPal or their card provider after the initial charge.

Customers have a 7-day right to cancel orders for a full refund, including original postage. Faulty items are replaced, and return postage is compensated if the item is opened but defective.

The Trustburn rating is 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews. The feedback is recent, with the latest review posted on October 31, 2023.

Reviewers frequently praise the outstanding quality of the recordings and the unparalleled variety of the music selection. Many customers highlight the user-friendly website and the smooth purchasing process.

The company was founded in 1986 and celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2011. Ian Green received the Hamish Henderson Award in 2005 and an Honorary Doctorate in 2006 for services to Scottish traditional music.

Greentrax Recordings is located at Cockenzie Business Hub, Edinburgh Road, Cockenzie, East Lothian, EH32 0XL, Scotland. The main contact email is info@greentrax.com and the telephone number is +44 1875 814 155.

The company offers a mid-price range collection called Celtic Collections, which includes original gems like Sandy Bell’s Ceilidh and provides excellent value for money.

A first-time customer should note that the website allows adding items to a shopping cart for delivery within 5 days, unless marked as a pre-order.

Greentrax Recordings is part of the Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame and has been featured in Scottish Television's Artery series, highlighting its significant impact on the industry.

The official website of Greentrax recordings is greentrax.com.