Suzie McNeil

Suzie McNeil is a Scottish singer whose recording of "Auld Lang Syne" became widely familiar, particularly around New Year's Eve. Her version of the traditional Scottish song has been played for decades at celebrations, giving her voice an association with that annual moment of reflection and connection.

Beyond that signature recording, she released other songs like "Believe," "Broken & Beautiful," and "Hung Up." She performed both as a solo artist and with a backing band that included musicians like Alan Reid on guitars and John Martin on accordion.

Her albums include titles such as "Auld Lang Syne" from 1982, "The Heart of Scotland" from 1985, and "Celtic Spirit" from 1992. While some traditionalists questioned her arrangement of "Auld Lang Syne," her recording found its place in the seasonal rotation, becoming one of those familiar sounds that mark the turning of the year.