Make Believe by Marianne McGregor
‘Make Believe’ is the new original album from Scottish Jazz Awards ‘Best Vocalist’ Marianne McGregor. An exciting self-release for 2025, this much anticipated self-penned album was generously funded by Creative Scotland. Marianne writes music autobiographically, about her life and experiences of love, loss and growth. Along with a band of impressive musicians, Marianne uses her instrument to convey a deep personal message that invites each listener into her world.
Tracklist
| 1. | Blue Birds Fly | 5:38 |
| 2. | Hit The Lights | 5:32 |
| 3. | My Misty Eyes | 3:16 |
| 4. | Like A Moth To A Flame | 4:15 |
| 5. | Sweet In The Morning | 4:38 |
| 6. | Be Good To Me | 4:39 |
| 7. | Never Fall In Love Again | 3:21 |
| 8. | Tired Of Waiting | 5:30 |
| 9. | Serpent | 6:12 |
| 10. | Then It Went Away | 3:37 |
| 11. | Make Believe | 4:48 |
Credits
Songwriting - Marianne McGregor
Vocals - Marianne McGregor
Piano - Paul Harrison
Double Bass - Mario Caribe
Drums & Percussion - Max Popp
Saxophone & Flute - Brian Molley
Guitar - Sam Parkinson
Tenor Saxophone - Michael Butcher
Alto Saxophone - Josie Girgis
Trumpet - Euan Allardice
Trombone - Chris Greive
Recorded at Dystopia Studios, Glsagow by Luigi Pasquini & Omar Aborida, mixed by Luigi Pasquini, mastered by Douglas Whates.
This album recording was generously funded by Creative Scotland.
License
All rights reserved.
Marianne McGregor is a powerful voice in UK Jazz, awarded ‘Best Vocalist’ in the Scottish Jazz Awards 2023, Marianne has been delighting sell-out audiences with her impressive voice and scat-singing. Using her voice like an instrument, Marianne sings with tone and sincerity that can both break your heart and mend it all in one performance.