michael marra

Chain up the Swings is a fitting tribute to the late the Bard of Dundee by his daughter Alice Marra. She more than ably demonstrates the strength of the material by placing it in a different mainstream musical setting. Michael Marra would have loved it. So should you.

Hands Up for Trad have announced their inductees for the 2016 Scottish Traditional Music Hall of Fame, honouring the hard work and dedication of musicians and industry people to Scottish traditional music scene throughout their lives – Including Barbara Dickson, Battlefield Band & the late Michael Marra.

The Ultimate Guide To Scottish Folk is a collection that’s worth delving into, but with Mary Ann Kennedy’s notes, there’s also a wealth of insight and information, especially for anyone who’s beginning to realise just what’s on offer from Scottish Folk music.

Watch the video interview of Martin and Eliza Carthy talking about their first ever duo album together ‘The Moral of the Elephant’ which includes tributes to Mike Waterson and Michael Marra.

As promised here is part two of the Karine Polwart Trio tribute to Michael Marra. The song ‘The Lonesome Death of Francis Clarke’ is also our Song of the Day.

Watch our Exclusive Video Session featuring Karine Polwart Trio paying tribute to the man from Lochee, the bard of Dundee, the unique and irreplaceable Michael Marra.

Neil McFadyen pays tribute to the man from Lochee, the bard of Dundee, the unique and irreplaceable Michael Marra who passed away peacefully at the city’s Ninewells Hospital earlier this week.