BBC News Spotlights Our Latest Doc – Ewan McVicar: Back Tae Ayr
In a powerful spotlight, BBC News has featured Ewan McVicar: Back Tae Ayr, our short documentary produced in collaboration with BBC Scotland and BBC Radio 1.
Released on June 13th on BBC iPlayer, the documentary is an intimate portrayal of Ewan McVicar, the music prodigy known for the hit ‘Tell Me Something Good’. The film tracks Ewan's ambitious journey to revive Ayr’s rave scene. His dream? To perform for a sold-out crowd against the backdrop of Ayr’s historic Pavilion.
However, ‘Back Tae Ayr’ goes beyond the music. Ewan’s story is steeped in adversity, having been raised in a single-parent household after a family tragedy. Through this film, viewers witness how he channels his challenges into an electrifying mission, connecting with the community and giving back to the family that supported him.
For a deeper look into the heart and beat of Ewan McVicar's story, read the BBC News feature here.