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Kitty-May is a 21 year old folk-pop singer songwriter who has been getting noticed on the East Anglian music scene. This summer she played at many of the region's prominent festivals including Latitude, Strawberry Fair and First Light (where BBC Introducing recorded and broadcast her performance). Her first EP, After Dark was released by Catch 21 Records in June 2023 and later that summer, she was selected to open the Janice Long Stage at the Moseley Folk Festival. Her whimsical and pure vocals carry powerful, emotive stories into melodies that twist and turn alongside quirky harmonies taking you on a journey into her unique soundworld. She recently bewitched the audience at her headline set at the inaugural Bungay Folk Festival and releasing a second EP on Catch 12 Records this autumn
Amber Liadan, a New-Indie Pop-Folk Irish-South African artist. A lyrical genius and an all-powerful vocalist transfixing the hearts of her fans and followers. Amber Liadan is a performer who shapes songs that resonate with the heart and soul.
Daughter of Vocalist Heather Mac and Lead guitarist Tim Parr, members of famous 80’s band: Ella Mental.
Qualified teacher in Speech and Drama, her passion for Theatre, shows in her live performances - Captivating and immersive.
Having Studied Gamelan and vocal performance at the Indonesian Institute of Arts, Yogyakarta (Institute Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta). Together with other students from ISI, she produced a performance piece for 'The world’s fraternity and peace through the beauty of culture on “Purnama Seruling Penataran” International Performance Festival'.
Amber Liadan has toured with Heather Mac in South Africa, for the Grahamstown National Arts Festival and Fleur du Cap Awards Ceremony.
In 2015 She moved to Ireland, busking Sundays at the People’s Park, Grafton Street and playing Monday nights at the Gilbert and Wright in Dun Laoghaire.
Later that year, she moved to London and began performing in West London, Kingston town and a regular at local open mics, where she met Producer Glenn Keiles.
Following regular sessions in the studio, in 2017 she released her album ‘Warrior’.
Performing Regularly around the West Midlands, in 2023, Amber Liadan captured the hearts of the locals supporting the Shipston Proms Introducing Competition and went home a Winner. Later opening the main stage for the final evening for the Shipston Proms Music Festival July 1st, 2023.
Her New Single 'In Your Arms' dropped on the 1st of December 2023 and streamed on BBC introducing.
January 2024 started with a bang with her debut Sofar Sounds performances at the x+why Foundry, in Birmingham.
Follow Amber Liadan, and her creative journey as she brings her unique blend of passion and artistry with her band Phil Moffett(lead guitarist/harmonies), Carol Whitworth(bassist/harmonies) and Dave Male(Drummer) to the stage.
‘’She's got a great talent and a great work ethic.’’ - Paul Heskett (Keyboardist from The Specials).
‘’Outstanding set of original and engaging songs. Don’t miss a chance to see her. ‘’ - offtherails_leamington.
Source: The Fiddler's Elbow website
