Manchester’s Marouli recently released their dynamic new single, ‘Something Serious,’ a tantalizing prelude to their anticipated sophomore album, ‘Tall Tales from a Distant Uncle Volume 2,’ slated for a 2025 release.

McCusker, a name synonymous with versatility, brings a rich tapestry of experience to Marouli, having worked with luminaries like Hans Zimmer and Boy George. This diverse background shines brightly in ‘Something Serious.’ The track seamlessly blends the introspective textures reminiscent of Bon Iver with clear David Bowie influences and the melodic storytelling sensibilities of Paul Simon…

Layers of brass and gospel backing vocals swell into a commanding chorus, building towards an unexpectedly explosive guitar solo. The forthcoming ‘Tall Tales from a Distant Uncle Volume 2’ is a heartfelt and imaginative homage to the storytelling of Billy Connolly, penned following McCusker’s second triumphant battle with cancer. As McCusker shared, “I wanted each song to be a ‘tall tale’, as Billy Connolly would say, so a wee miniature moment of time and tale being told in each song.”

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