Maeve O'Boyle

Saturday 20th June - 8pm - £5
The Listening Room @ The Georgian Hotel
26 Lefroy Street, Coatbridge
Tel: 01236 421888

Maeve is currently recording her début album with renowned producer Calum Malcolm, after completing the albums writing sessions in Glasgow's Soul Kitchen with writer Gordy Goudie (Echo and The Bunnymen, Simple Minds).

2008 was a great year for Maeve with sell out shows across Scotland, including Glasgow's prestigious Oran Mor, and appearances at this years Live @ Loch Lomond Festival which featured acts such as The Sex Pistols and Ocean Colour Scene.

Described as a "natural lyricist" with an "exceptional" voice it is clear that she has turned a few heads in her short career to date. Her unique and powerful voice, fused with her own distinctive blend of melodic pop, folk and rock have earned her a reputation as one to watch over the next year.

2006 witnessed Maeve win a Danny at Celtic Connections and an opportunity to showcase for the leading men and women of today's music industry, after being named winner of the Artist's category in The Daily Records National talent search. Support slots with John Cale (Velvet Underground) and Sandi Thom on her SOLD OUT UK tour as well as appearances with Ricky Ross (Deacon Blue, James Blunt) on BBC Scotland and Ross’s "an audience with", ensured growing interest in one of Scotland’s brightest young talents. Only 20 years old, Maeve O'Boyle has a huge future ahead of her

“When Maeve sang for me I thought she was fantastic. I could listen to her voice all day... She's up there with anyone." Ricky Ross (Deacon Blue, James Blunt)

“...Poignant, touching, personal and meaningful...A very genuine performer” Evening Times Celtic Connections

“Her raw energy just suck you in” John McLaughlin Speaking to The Daily Record.

“(her) ability to make music that connects and appeals to a very wide audience is what marks O'Boyle as more than just another female singer to add to the list.” stv.tv

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