Conall has Duloch neighbours dancing in the street

Conall Adam is spreading joy and lifting spirits in Dover Drive as he performs an afternoon Sunday set for his neighbours.

What started as a one-off performance has now become a weekly event with residents chilling in their gardens and listening to the 19-year-old play covers and original material.

"I haven't had the police called out to me yet so I must be doing something right!" he told the Press.

"I was bored of sitting inside and doing nothing so one Sunday I decided to take my guitar out and start singing.

"I thought it could cheer some people up and it's really made a difference for me as well as it gives me something to work on and look forward to.

"The neighbours have been shouting out and sending me requests online so I've been working on songs through the week to play for them on the Sunday.

"I think most of the street has been out listening and often people will have chats with each other after that before going in for their dinner.

"The response has been excellent and it's great to see so many people sitting out in their gardens with a beer and just having a good time."

Conall plays at around 3pm every Sunday and his performances have even moved passers-by to sit down on the kerb to catch some of his set.

One woman who did just that even sent Conall a thank you card in the post.

It said: "Just a note to say a big thank you for your entertainment yesterday.

"What a lovely talent you have.

"It was such a joy to listen to you, especially as I live in a top-floor flat on my own and sometimes feel like I'm in a prison.

"So to come upon you yesterday was just so uplifting.

"If you are making music a career then you are going to do well (the next Lewis Capaldi).

"If not, whatever you do I wish you much success.

"Well done on what you're doing just now, entertaining neighbours and people passing by like myself.

"A big thank you."

Conall said: "That really gave me a boost and it did make my day.

"There's been other messages on local community group pages that have been positive.

"Reading those and seeing people in the street having a good time is why I do it.

"It's been hard for me with all my gigs cancelled – as that's my only source of income – and no university to go to so this has really given me a lift and I'm glad it's making people smile."

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