Mary Margaret O'Hara

Musician

Forlisteners of singer-songwriter, folk, jazz, blues and alternative 1980s music; fans of distinctive vocalists and rare records.
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The Profile

Canadian singer-songwriter known for the 1988 album Miss America and for a highly distinctive, expressive voice. Limited recorded output but strong critical acclaim for Miss America.

Released the full-length album Miss America (1988). Has released a Christmas EP and contributed to other projects and collaborations. Miss America is frequently cited in critical discussions of late-20th-century albums.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Mary Margaret O'Hara's 1988 album Miss America for its compositional depth and singular voice. Reviewers highlight a mix of folk, jazz, blues and country with intimate, emotionally resonant performances. The album is presented as rare and influential despite limited commercial exposure.

Notable Quotes

❝ Regardless of this, it’s still a great album, and a voice that speaks to the heart.

❝ The Canadian Mary Margaret O'Hara was a shooting star, she appeared, illuminated the music world, and disappeared.

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