A musician who overcame childhood blood cancer is now a finalist in the Scottish Live Music Awards 2024.

Amy-Louise Carmichael, from Stonehouse, South Lanarkshire, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) at age seven.

She spent two and a half years undergoing treatment including chemotherapy at Yorkhill Hospital in Glasgow.

(Image: Amy, Blood Cancer UK) It was during this time that her love for music began.

The 20-year-old said: "In those difficult days, the hospital radio, Radio Lollipop, gave me a chance to sing live.

"I remember singing in my ward, with the nurses gathered around.

"It was a happy moment in the hardest of times."

(Image: Amy, Blood Cancer UK) Now a music student, Amy-Louise has released a four-track EP, Picture on the Wall, and her latest music, including the tracks Change the Ending and Best Friend, has been picked up by BBC Introducing Music.

Even with two new singles this year, her recent nomination for Young Live Artist of the Year came as a surprise to her.

She said: "I couldn’t believe it when I saw my name on the list.

"It was open to public vote, and I was absolutely blown away by the support.

(Image: Amy, Blood Cancer UK) "Being shortlisted alongside people more established than me felt surreal."

Matthew White, director of fundraising at Blood Cancer UK, said: "Amy-Louise’s journey is a testament to her resilience.

"Seeing young people like her thrive after facing such challenges early in life is a joy to see.

"Everyone at Blood Cancer UK wishes her the best of luck at the awards."

Amy-Louise has also raised more than £30,000 for Blood Cancer UK through Kiltwalks for Team Amy and organising a ceilidh.

The awards ceremony will be held at Glasgow’s Classic Grand Ballroom on December 11 where a panel of music experts will select the winner of the Young Live Artist of the Year.