Music was an important part of Alison's life. Always a talented singer, Alison won the Leng medal as a teenager in addition to various other awards throughout her youth. Music was a passion Alison shared with Bill Hastie, in a partnership lasting over two decades. Together, Alison and Bill recorded many songs in the "Hastie Retreat" studio, and performed together on stage throughout the 80's and 90's.
From a Distance
"From a Distance" was one of Alison's earliest and most loved recordings, made on a four track cassette recorder. It features the late Dougie Martin singing backing vocals.
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"Dark Island" was specially recorded for Alison's beloved aunt Lilly's funeral service. Alison was too emotional to sing at the service, but everyone was touched by the song's message.
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"All the Way" is a great vocal performance of a wonderful song that Alison loved.
Download MP3An Affair to Remember
"An Affair to Remember" is from the 1957 film of the same name starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr. Considered to be one of the most romantic films of all time, this was Alison's favourite song from one of her favourite films.
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"Crazy" was Alison's sister Jenny's favourite song. Alison also liked the Patsy Cline version of the Willie Nelson song.
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Alison loved Alison Krauss's voice, and recorded "Baby Now That I've Found You" after hearing the Alison Krauss version.
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"Lord Is It Mine" was Alison's favorite song by Supertramp, and she really enjoyed singing this song.
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"Stand By Your Man" was originally recorded by Tammy Wynette, one of Alison's favourite country singers.
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Also known as "Honky Tonk Angels", this was originally sung by Alison's favourite country singer, Dolly Parton. Alison loved to sing this song at parties.
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Alison and Bill wrote and recorded this original song together. It features Ian Cussick from Dundee, who went on to record 12 albums and a hit single in Germany.
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