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.

“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