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** THIS SHOW IS TAKING PLACE AT OUR ALTERNATIVE HOME FOR THE NIGHT, UNION CHAPEL **
EDDI READER: Eddi Reader has effortlessly developed into one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers. What sets Eddi apart is the depth and quality of the emotional performance and ability to not only move the listener, but connect her experience to that of her audience. No two performances are ever the same.
Though first brought into the limelight as front woman for Fairground Attraction, who’s #1 single, Perfect and parent album, First of a Million Kisses, both topped the British charts, it was Eddi’s subsequent solo albums that signaled her ability to assimilate different musical styles and make them very much her own. Notably, The Songs of Robert Burns (2003) is a timeless interpretation showcasing the poems of Scotland’s national bard and gained her an MBE for outstanding contributions to the Arts.
From the traditional to the contemporary, Eddi Reader extinguishes the preordained boundaries of genre, bringing joyous life to all forms of song. Her rare blend of meltingly true vocals and towering romanticism combine with an astute and pragmatic nature to make her a unique and powerful figure in contemporary British music. With 10 critically acclaimed solo albums, 3 BRIT awards, a #1 single and an MBE in tow, Eddi continues to delight audiences worldwide. 2022 proved to be one of her busiest touring years yet, playing sell out shows as part of her ‘40 Years Live Tour’ in addition to appearing as special guest with the Jools Holland’s Rhythm & Blues Orchestra for an extensive UK tour.
“One of my favourite singers of all time” Jools Holland
“Just perfect – Eddi Reader gets every song just right” The Sunday Times
“Flawless, not just perfect, world class” R2 Magazine
“Timeless and universal” The Scotsman
Support from M G BOULTER: M G Boulter has been creating rich and evocative stories and songs since 2013. He creates vignettes of suburban lives and seaside communities and is a contemporary voice in the long tradition of the singer-songwriter. Often referred to as the artist’s artist M G has been a much sought after collaborator in the folk and Americana scenes, having tenures in The Simone Felice Group, The Duke and the King, Emily Portman’s Coracle Band, Blue Rose Code, The Owl Service and Jon Boden’s Remant Kings.
“Gorgeous, in a word” – Uncut
“Brings freshness to songwriting” – The Daily Telegraph
“Beautiful, intelligent and understated music – this is further proof that Boulter is one of this island’s most talented and understated songwriters” – R2 Magazine
DOORS OPEN 7PM, MUSIC STARTS 8PM.
