Siobhan McCrudden

https://siobhanmccrudden.bandcamp.com

Icarus Girl by Siobhan McCrudden, released 07 December 20181. Cassiopeia's Chair2. Following You3. Oh Little Red4. The Forest5. The Mermaid in Your Glass6. Iron Goddess7. Icarus Girl8. Fragile9. A Sin NonethelessIcarus Girl is the debut album by Siobhan McCrudden released on hungersleep records.Described as “a singer who is gifted with one of the finest voices in contemporary UK folk music”, Cardiff-based Siobhan crafts songs of intensity and sweetness, recounting personal stories whilst reflecting a vivid fascination with dark folk tales and superstitions. Raised in London to parents with Scottish and Irish roots, her vocal leanings reflect early memories of folk musicians at family gatherings and a strong desire to connect with these emotive beginnings.Not afraid of embracing matters personal in her songwriting, Siobhan describes new single Icarus Girl, with its infectious shuffling rhythm and a nod to Americana, as a song about “the experience of falling in love having the power to resurrect old hope you thought long gone”.In a recent 5* album review, R’n’R Magazine described Siobhan’s voice as “a glowing lamp on a string that loops back to Shelagh McDonald and Joni Mitchell” and Folk Radio UK warned “Keep an eye on her journey, this singer songwriter has real potential”.Earlier singles The Mermaid in Your Glass and Following You enjoyed support on BBC Radio Wales (Adam Walton, Bethan Elfyn), Radio Cardiff, numerous regional stations and several Spotify playlists. ‘Icarus Girl’ is carefully arranged and produced by acclaimed artrock musician GRICE who has infused the songs with his subtle yet distinctive instrumentation. The album features musical contributions by a few select musicians including Steve Bingham (No-Man, Judy Dyble) on violin, who complete the blend bringing an understated warmth and intricacy to the album.Performing as a duo or with a full band, Siobhan has showcased her music at numerous events this year, both large and intimate, including Wales’ largest platform for musicians; Focus Wales in Wrexham, Hubfestival Cardiff, Roath Folk Festival, How The Light Gets In Festival in Hay and at Acapela Studios. She launched her debut album to a sell out audience in April and has been steadily gaining acclaim with reviewers and fans alike.Siobhan is due to perform at the Fresh on the Net Showcase in London in 2020.Reviews:Her voice, rich and evocative, is ably accompanied and produced by art-rocker GRICE’ - Freshonthenet - Fresh Faves, BBC6 Music'Siobhan McCrudden really does have a voice of great intensity and beauty' NewSoundWales ‘music from the morning mist at the edge of a wood’ From the Margins ‘Absolutely beautiful, just stunning, the voice is something else’ Adam Walton, BBC Radio Wales ‘There’s both a misty mountain chill, so evocative of the open landscapes of Scotland, in tandem with sweet Irish melodicism too. Stir this up with the assuredness that can only come from the sharp-edged New York streets and you have yourself an artist to watch ‘Folk Radio’_______________________________________________________________ICARUS GIRL (9-track album/CD & download) is available from Bandcamp: https://siobhanmccrudden.bandcamp.com/releases Burning Shed and all usual digital outlets (iTunes, Spotify Amazon and more) on hungersleep records _______________________________________________________________Follow Siobhan McCruddenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/siobhanmccruddenmusic/Twitter: https://twitter.com/McCruddenmusicSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/siobhanmccruddenBandcamp: https://siobhanmccrudden.bandcamp.com/releasesWebsite: http://www.hungersleepproductions.com/siobhanmc.htmlInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siobhan_mccrudden/

Category: Arts & Entertainment

City: Cardiff

State: Wales

Country: United Kingdom (GB)

Currency : GBP

Platform: Bandcamp

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