Saturday, 14 June 2025

Aleighcia Scott Releases Second Welsh Language Single, Diolch

 

Aleighcia Scott

Diolch

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Digital Single


Stream here: https://orcd.co/diolch 

Aleighcia Scott - Diolch

Aleighcia Scott Releases Second Welsh Language Single, Diolch

Cardiff-born, Jamaican-rooted reggae star Aleighcia Scott drops her highly anticipated second Welsh language single, Diolch (Welsh for Thank You), on Recordiau Côsh Records.

Following her groundbreaking #1 iTunes Reggae Chart hit, Dod o’r Galon, the first Welsh reggae song to top the charts, Diolch is a heartfelt tribute to a beloved family member.

Aleighcia Scott

“This song is really special for me,” Aleighcia shares. 

“It’s written about a very loved and missed family member who I wanted to celebrate, and for anyone else who wants to do the same.”

Produced by PenDub, Diolch kicks off with a soulful organ riff, inspired by a melody Aleighcia shared to honour her late uncle. “I built the chords and laid down a bassline that just felt right, channelling the infectious energy of classic '80s Rub-a-Dub,” PenDub explains. “Mikey nailed the vibe with a punchy kick drum and crisp snare, while hi-hats and authentic percussion set the groove. Killer horns, muted guitar picks, and a bubbling organ bring it all together, blending that old-school soul with a fresh, modern edge.”

Accompanied by a stunning video shot in Cardiff Market by Prestigeous Pictures, Diolch weaves themes of love, loss, and enduring memories with lyrics like, “I hope you’re proud of me / Thanks for the love / You’re still here.” The single showcases Aleighcia’s signature genre-blending style, merging deep reggae grooves with soulful, Welsh lyricism, solidifying her as a trailblazer in Welsh and Jamaican musical fusion.

Live Dates

Saturday 14 June 2025 – Tafwyl, Bute Park, Cardiff

Saturday 21 June 2025 – Ministry of Reggae, The Station, Bristol

Tuesday 15 July 2025 – Festival of Cultures, Stuttgart, Germany

Sunday 3 August 2025 – Lo Lounge, Cardiff

Saturday 9 August 2025 – Maes B, Eisteddfod, Wrexham

Sunday 24 August 2025 – Shambala, UK

Saturday 29 November 2025 - House of Fun Weekender, Minehead

More to be announced soon

Aleighcia Scott - Diolch

More About Aleighcia Scott

Aleighcia Scott is the soulful voice of UK reggae’s new wave.

Cardiff-born with Jamaican roots, she's known for her soulful reggae style and powerful live performances. Named one of The Guardian’s breakout Welsh artists for 2025 and featured in BBC’s Ones to Watch, Aleighcia has toured with Lila Iké, Julian Marley and The Skints, and performed at SXSW, Glastonbury, Boomtown, and Jamaica’s Dub Club.

 

Her debut album Windrush Baby topped the iTunes Reggae chart and earned major award nods. She made history with Dod o’r Galon, the first Welsh-language reggae song to hit #1 on the iTunes Reggae chart.

Offstage, she’s a prominent radio and TV voice, hosting a weekly show on BBC Radio Wales, covering for the legendary David Rodigan’s BBC 1xtra Reggae Show and she is the current winning coach on Y Llais 2025 (The Voice Wales).

Latest News: Aleighcia Joins Urdd’s Euro Singalong to celebrate Wales’ historic debut in the UEFA Women’s Euros

Over 250,000 children will join Aleighcia Scott, her Y Llais protégé and winner Rose Datta, and Welsh band Eden for the Urdd’s Wales’ Women’s Euro Singalong on 2 July 2025.

 

The event will stream live in Welsh via Zoom and the Urdd’s YouTube, with coverage on BBC Radio and S4C. More Info: https://jambori.urdd.cymru

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