The Making, by Lavinia Blackwall

The Making

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1.	Keep Me Away From The Dark 03:12	buy track
2.	The Damage We Have Done 04:03	buy track
3.	Scarlett Fever 03:13	buy track
4.	My Hopes Are All Mine 02:59	buy track
5.	Morning To Remember 03:40	buy track
6.	The Making 03:21	buy track
7.	We All Get Lost 03:39	buy track
8.	The Art Of Leaving 04:28	buy track
9.	The Will To Be Wild 04:25	buy track
10.	Sisters In Line 05:00	buy track

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Lavinia Blackwall - The Making
Out May 30th via The Barne Society

Lavinia Blackwall, the celebrated voice behind Trembling Bells, is set to release her highly anticipated
new album The Making on May 30th via The Barne Society. A rich tapestry of folk, rock, and
psych-power pop, the album showcases Blackwall’s unparalleled vocal prowess and evocative
songwriting, further cementing her reputation as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music.
A classically trained soprano, Blackwall first gained recognition as the lead singer of Trembling Bells, a
Glasgow-based psych-folk outfit known for their ambitious blending of folk traditions with rock and
baroque influences. Over the course of seven albums with the band, she honed her signature vocal style -
often compared to Fairport Convention’s Sandy Denny - and collaborated with legends such as Bonnie
Prince Billy and Mike Heron of The Incredible String Band. Stepping out as a solo artist, Blackwall
released her debut album Muggington Lane End in 2020, which was met with widespread acclaim for its
lush arrangements and intricate songwriting.
Following the success of Muggington Lane End, The Making is a deeply personal collection of songs that
have evolved over time, shaped by both hardship and joy. Written over a four-year period and recorded at
The Barne Studio, the album reflects Blackwall’s journey through personal loss, artistic exploration, and
renewed creative energy.
“The whole process took much longer than intended,” says Blackwall. “Life seemed to happen around it.
There was a lot of darkness - my partner and collaborator Marco lost his mum in 2021 and very nearly his
dad shortly after. I lost my dad in October 2023. But there was a lot of light too, a lot of time spent in Italy
and up at our cabin at Carbeth, all of which leaked into the songs on the album,” she continues.
A key factor in The Making’s distinctive sound is the intricate production work by Marco Rea, who has
been instrumental in bringing Blackwall’s vision to life. “Marco’s production really shaped this album,”
says Blackwall. “His attention to detail, combined with contributions from incredible musicians like Laura J
Martin on flute and recorder, and Ross McRae and Richard Merchant on brass, has made this a truly
collaborative effort.”
The pair worked on the album in their studio between other artists’ projects, chipping away at it little by
little before enlisting the help of producer friend Thomas McKay, who helped spur them on. “It had almost
become a bit of a refrain,” jokes Blackwall. “‘We must get back in the studio and finish the album,’ and
over these last couple of months, we finally did.”
“The songs on The Making are varied in feel because they were written across such a long period,”
Blackwall explains. Some tracks, like ‘Morning to Remember’, have a distinct Kinks influence, while
others like ‘The Art of Leaving’ bring in elements of Northern Soul and Stealers Wheel. There are also
folk-inspired moments, dreamy soundscapes, and classic songwriting influences throughout.
This diversity in sound is reflected in the album’s overarching themes, which explore self-discovery,
mental resilience, and the power of shaping one’s own destiny. The title track, ‘The Making’,
encapsulates this ethos, celebrating the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. Meanwhile, songs like ‘We
All Get Lost’ and ‘Keep Me Away From the Dark’ tackle emotional struggles with both introspection and
hope.
One of the album’s most poignant moments comes in ‘My Hopes Are Mine’, featuring stunning backing
vocals from Maggie Reilly (best known for ‘Moonlight Shadow’, her duet with Mike Oldfield). The track
serves as Blackwall’s reflection on the dissolution of Trembling Bells. Rather than dwelling in regret, the
song is an affirmation of personal agency and creative independence, marking a turning point in
Blackwall’s artistic journey.
Similarly introspective, ‘The Art of Leaving’ is a powerful meditation on addiction and escape. Exploring
the cyclical nature of dependency and the difficult process of breaking free, the song is one of the album’s
rawest moments, laying bare the struggles of letting go and seeking a new path.
Elsewhere on the album, ‘Scarlett Fever’, a striking piano and recorder ballad, stands apart as a unique
collaboration with Blackwall’s former history teacher, John Plowright, who wrote the lyrics and tasked
Blackwall with setting it to music.
With influences spanning from Jefferson Airplane to Weyes Blood, The Making is a testament to
Blackwall’s ability to weave together diverse musical inspirations into a cohesive and compelling body of
work with songwriting at its centre.

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released May 30, 2025

Lavinia blackwall - vocals, piano, organ & autoharp
Marco Rea - guitars, bouzouki, mandolin, vocals, organ & piano
Jim McGoldrick - bass guitar
Seb Jonsen - drums & percussion

Additional musicians:
Laura J Martin - flute, recorders
Maggie Riley - backing vocals
Richard Merchant - trumpet
Ross McCrae - trombone
Thomas McKay - high tele, guitar, bass guitar

Recorded at The Barne Studio, Clydebank, Scotland. Engineered by Roddy Mac Audio. Produced by Marco Rea. Tracks 2 & 5 co produced by Thomas McKay and mixed by Vic Florencia. Mastered by Sam Smith.
All songs written by Lavinia Blackwall - Scarlett Fever lyrics by John Plowright, music by Blackwall.

Dedicated to John Blackwall

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Lavinia Blackwall Glasgow, UK

“As befits any folk rock band worth its salt, Trembling Bells also boast a
golden-throated, multi-instrumentalist songbird in Lavinia Blackwall” The Guardian

“Yet another star turn for Soprano Lavinia Blackwall” MOJO

“Lavinia Blackwall’s glorious vocals thrill” The Line Of Best Fit ... more

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