BBC Young Traditional Musician of the Year (2002) and Scots Singer of the Year nominee (2005) Emily Smith has established herself as one of Scotland's finest young singers.
A respected interpreter of traditional song, with a particular passion for those sourced in her home region of Dumfries and Galloway, she gives a refreshing and modern slant to ancient songs which blend easily alongside her own compositions.
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the last few years Emily has been gathering recognition as a songwriter and in 2005 became the first ever winner from Scotland in the USA Songwriting Competition where she won the folk category with her song 'Edward of Morton'.
She has released three solo albums to date, including A Day Like Today and A Different Life as well as having performed/recorded with various artists including Karine Polwart, John McCusker, Brian McNeill and Nick Keir.
Her new album Too Long Away was released last month.
Emily has a relaxed presence on stage and though only in her mid 20s has already toured worldwide with her band.
Her material is song based, many being Smith originals, with the occasional upbeat instrumental set thrown in. Happy to sing unaccompanied or back herself on piano or accordion Emily is a versatile performer.
Emily Smith is appearing at the Live@215 venue next Friday (16). This is a music cafe that takes place every third Friday of the month at 215 Sharrow Vale Road, opposite the Jaguar Garage.
Doors open 8pm and entry is £2.50 (with tickets in advance from 01142663928)
Accalimed Australian trio The Waifs are back on the road with a whole batch of new songs making up their fifth album, SunDirtWater.
Band members Josh Cunningham, Donna Simpson and Vikki Thorn found international success in the late 90s as their captivating on-stage chemistry spilled into an enthusiastic festival following through Europe and North America.
Upon seeing a live performance, Bob Dylan personally invited the group to accompany him on his 2003 American tour.
The Waifs, with support from Emily Barker, are at Sheffield Memorial Hall next Wednesday (May 14). Tickets: 0114 2789 789.
- Jez Lowe and The Bad Pennies will be at the Rock@Maltby, Wesley Centre, Blyth Road next Friday (16). Tonight's guests are Gypsy Reel.
- Clive Gregson is at the Regent, Doncaster, on Monday (12). And Bob Fox is at the Black Bull, Ecclesfield a week tomorrow (17).
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