A Scottish singer-songwriter known for her distinctive vocals and hit singles like "Moonlight Shadow" and "Whenever You Need Me", blending folk, rock, and pop elements.
Maggie Reilly is a Scottish singer best known for her collaborations with the composer and instrumentalist Mike Oldfield, particularly on the iconic hits "Family Man", "Moonlight Shadow", "To France", and "Foreign Affair" in the early 1980s.
These international hits catapulted Reilly to fame, but her musical journey began long before her work with Oldfield. Born on September 15, 1956, Reilly's passion for music led her to join the 1970s soul outfit Cado Belle (previously named Joe Cool), releasing one album with them in 1976.
Reilly's collaboration with Mike Oldfield proved to be a game-changer in her career. She not only performed lead vocals on the aforementioned hits but also co-wrote "Family Man" with Oldfield. Her distinctive voice added a new dimension to Oldfield's compositions, making their partnership a memorable one.
Reilly's work with Oldfield can be heard on his albums "QE2" (1980), "Five Miles Out" (1982), and "Crises" (1983). Her contribution to these albums solidified her position as a talented vocalist and songwriter.
In 1992, Reilly released her debut solo album "Echoes", which spawned the singles "Everytime We Touch", "Tears in the Rain", and "Wait". This marked the beginning of her solo career, which has seen her release a string of albums over the next 27 years.
Reilly has also worked with an impressive array of artists, including Mike Batt on his "Hunting of the Snark" album, Jack Bruce, Dave Greenfield, Jean-Jacques Burnel, Nick Mason, Rick Fenn, Michael Cretu, Lesim, Ralph McTell, Simon Nicol of Fairport Convention, Stefan Zauner of Münchener Freiheit, Runrig, The Sisters of Mercy, and Smokie. Her versatility and adaptability have made her a sought-after collaborator.
Reilly's solo albums include:
In 2014, the Michael Fall remix of "Moonlight Shadow 2k14" was released on the German label ZYX Music.
With a career spanning over four decades, Maggie Reilly has left an indelible mark on the music industry. Her collaborations with Mike Oldfield and numerous other artists have cemented her position as a talented singer-songwriter with a unique voice and style.
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