Carl Marah is an Edinburgh-based singer-songwriter (by way of Dunbar, East Lothian) whose music blends classic storytelling with a modern, cinematic edge. After years as a driving force in psychedelic pop band Logan’s Close, Marah has now additionally stepped forward as a solo artist with a distinct voice of his own — rooted in tradition but unafraid of colour, warmth and experimentation.

His songwriting nods to figures such as Rodriguez, Donovan and Paul Simon, filtered through a contemporary lens marked by lyrical honesty, melodic invention and an instinctive emotional pull. Marah’s songs move fluidly between intimate, reflective moments and more expansive arrangements, building a sound that feels both timeless and quietly modern.

Released in 2025, Siren Song unveiled a darker, more cinematic edge to Marah’s songwriting, balancing hushed intimacy with a haunting sense of build. It marked a clear shift into his solo world, where mood and narrative lead the way.

Follow-up single Roll The Dice (June 2025), produced by Rod Jones (Idlewild), brought a playful, off-kilter energy with its 5/4 groove and bright rhythmic pulse. The track featured in The Skinny’s Scottish New Music Round-Up playlist and received airplay on BBC Radio Scotland. The accompanying video — filmed across Edinburgh as a Monopoly game played through the city — captured Marah’s creative spirit and strong sense of place.

Over the past year, Marah has toured across the UK, steadily building a following through engaging, story-led live performances. That evolution came into sharper focus at a recent show at Edinburgh’s Voodoo Rooms, where he debuted a fuller electric sound with a live band — hinting at a broader sonic palette for his next chapter.

In 2026, Carl Marah releases his debut solo EP, recorded in Edinburgh and supported by Creative Scotland. The project marks a significant step forward in both sound and ambition, expanding his songwriting into richer arrangements while staying rooted in the intimacy and narrative detail that define his work.

As well as his EP release, another major activity of 2026 was his appearance on Polish talent TV show “Mam Talent!” where he progressed to the semi-finals stage, performing his single “You’re Always Right” to over 2 million viewers, showing that his music transcends international borders.

“Carl performs at a world-class level. Like a spiritual brother of Paul Simon” -Marcin Prokop, Mam Talent Judge

“I respect you very much” - Agnieszka Chylinska, Mam Talent Judge

“Carl walked onto the stage and lit it up like the Sun” - Julia Wieniawa, Mam Talent Judge

“Carl Marah carries a traditional feel that remains timeless… familiar yet fresh.” — SNACK Magazine

“Lyricism, consciousness, musicality, seamless vocal, guitar and looping dexterity — all rolled up into his uniquely intimate, genial story.” — Medicine Show Radio