Michael Marra

Subject: Micheal Marra
From: akenaton
Date: 25 Mar 05 - 04:20 PM

Just heard a really touching tribute to Micheal Marra on BBC radio.
It was by Billy Kay and he had contributions from many folkies.
All in all, Micheal came across as a gem of a man, loved and respected by everyone he meets.

I love his songs, but have never heard him perform live.

I would appreciate opinions from any who have been to one of his gigs.
Apparently Micheal has had a colourful career, even writing songs for ABBA at one point.....Ake

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: GUEST,Michael
Date: 25 Mar 05 - 05:32 PM

That would be Michael, please. Michael.

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: GUEST,MC Fat
Date: 25 Mar 05 - 07:49 PM

Michael is indeedee a great bloke nd is playing in Sheffield in May at my venue a lot of folks are really looking forward to it

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: GUEST,Bill the Collie
Date: 26 Mar 05 - 01:12 AM

His feet may be big but the insects are safe - they'll never get stood oan by him

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: Boab
Date: 26 Mar 05 - 02:49 AM

Saw him live in Irvine about a year ago. Impressive entertainer, and really funny when the mood takes him.

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: akenaton
Date: 26 Mar 05 - 05:49 AM

Thanks for the impressions....and the spelling advice.

He seems to me to be one of those rare writers, whos lyrics get right inside you.
Sometimes its a phrase, sometimes just the intonation,or even a well timed pause.
Why is he so neglected by the folk community?
He's like Davie Robertson,one of Scotlands hidden treasures...Ake

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: Big Tim
Date: 27 Mar 05 - 04:01 AM

Of course he's a Burns fan too.

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: Tattie Bogle
Date: 27 Mar 05 - 04:46 AM

Far better to see him live! He has a very dry wit and the verbal intros to his songs, usually said totally dead-pan, have the audience in stitches!
His trademark is the ironing board he carries around to balance his keyboard on, and he also plays guitar. He did a great double act with Scots poet Liz Lochhead, called "In Flagrant delicht" which we saw in Orkney last year.
TB

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 27 Mar 05 - 11:50 AM

Saw him about 6 weeks ago at a small local venue, dry doesn't begin to describe his wit, it's positively desiccated, and he had total 'audience control'. I absolutely adore his stuff, and if you like Randy newman you'll almost certainly love MM.
Giok

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: Alba
Date: 27 Mar 05 - 12:00 PM

I am listening to " Like a Heilan Umbrella"... as I type..just magic.
Put it on when I seen this thread title....
I have never seen him on stage but I can imagine his dry wit ...from his lyrics..I love his Music..Love it
The Ironing Board to hold his keyboards.... classic...:>)
I am also an admirer of Liz Lochead's Work. A Duo of their talents would indeed have been a joy to see.
Once again Ake you hit my Musical funny bone....:>)
Blessings
Jude

Subject: RE: Micheal Marra
From: Dickmac
Date: 29 Mar 05 - 01:25 PM

He's at Irvine Folk Club on Wednesday 30th March.
Golf Hotel at 8.30. £5 (members £4)
Great night guarenteed
Get there early if you want a seat.