EDWINA HAYES

Michael Parkinson described Edwina Hayes as “A very talented young lady,” her recent performance at Mr Bens in Leeds reiterated her standing as one of the finest female singer-songwriters this country has produced for many a long year. The deep red lighting and low ceiling, gave the evening a warmth that intensified with the rich claret voice of Edwina. The quote that “opposites attract” was on show as many of her songs are sad and melancholic, but are sung by an out-going and effervescent singer. It is easy to see how her delivery of songs won her acclaim and recognition in Nashville from her US contemparies, and surely no-one has covered Don McLean’s “Vincent” with more panache. After the success of her 2008 album “Pour me a drink,” and the recent news that her cover of Randy Newman’s “Feels Like Home,” is to be included in this years film ‘My Sister’s Keeper’ starring Cameron Diaz, Alec Baldwin and Joan Cussack, Edwina’s world-wide fan-base are eagerly awaiting the release of her next album later this year, as this ‘very talented young lady’ continues to enthral and captivate all who hear or see her.

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