MUSIC
Mairi's Debut Album, "Mo Thìr", was released on the 3rd of July 2026. This album showcases the sound which Mairi has been developing over the last few years since the release of her EP, bringing old songs into a new place. It is deeply rooted in Mairi's native Islay and each song takes the listener on a journey. The album was recorded at Solas Sound, engineered by Gus Stirrat and produced by John Lowrie. The album features Mairi's long standing musical collaborators Seán Gray (guitar) and Isla Callister (fiddle) alongside John Lowrie (piano, percussion), Ewan Baird (bodhrán) and Charlie Stewart (bass).
MO THÌR - MY LAND, is a collection of songs that have shaped me as a singer and connected me more deeply with the island I call home, Islay.Many of these songs have been carried through generations, preserving the stories, language and spirit of Islay and the wider Gaelic community. Others have found their way to me through my own travels and musical journey. Alongside these songs are two of my own compositions, one born from the words of the Islay bard William Livingstone, the other inspired by a story from my own family.
Throughout this album run themes of love, loss, emigration and belonging. Whether telling of sailors lost at sea, lovers separated by distance, or of people forced to leave their homes, these songs speak of experiences that remain deeply familiar today. This album would not have been possible without the extraordinary musicians who shared their talents so generously. Their creativity, friendship and support have helped bring these songs to life, and I am profoundly grateful to each of them.