EDDI READER

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Renowned Scottish singer-songwriter Eddi Reader has just announced her UK wide tour for 2023, which sees her return to the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill-On-Sea on Wednesday 4 October, for her Sussex-exclusive performance.
Celebrating over 40 years as a live performer, Eddi Reader has effortlessly developed into one of popular music's most thrilling and affecting performers. What sets Eddi apart is the depth and quality of the emotional performance and ability to not only move the listener, but connect her experience to that of her audience. No two performances are ever the same.

Though first brought into the limelight as front woman for Fairground Attraction, who's #1 single, Perfect and parent album, First of a Million Kisses, both topped the British charts, it was Eddi's subsequent solo albums that signalled her ability to assimilate different musical styles and make them very much her own. Notably, The Songs of Robert Burns (2003) is a timeless interpretation showcasing the poems of Scotland's national bard and earned her an MBE for outstanding contributions to the Arts.

From the traditional to the contemporary, Eddi Reader extinguishes the preordained boundaries of genre, bringing joyous life to all forms of song. Her rare blend of meltingly true vocals and towering romanticism combine with an astute and pragmatic nature to make her a unique and powerful figure in contemporary British music. With 10 critically acclaimed solo albums, 3 BRIT awards, a #1 single and an MBE in tow, Eddi continues to delight audiences worldwide. 2022 proved to be one of her busiest touring years yet, playing sell out shows as part of her '40 Years Live Tour' in addition to appearing as special guest with the Jools Holland's Rhythm & Blues Orchestra for an extensive UK tour.

Edward Kilroy, Coastal Events, Said:

"Over the many years I have enjoyed as a music promoter, there are certain artists that stand out from the rest. Eddi Reader is one of those exceptional musicians whom I have worked with time and time again because she is a world-class performer. With 40 years of touring under her belt, Eddi knows how to connect to her audiences in a unique way at each and every show. Her services to music have not only earned her MBE recognition, but also a legion of fans who understand just how special it is to see this artist perform live."

Celebrating over 40 years as a live performer, Eddi Reader has effortlessly developed into one of popular music's most thrilling and affecting performers. What sets Eddi apart is the depth and quality of the emotional performance and ability to not only move the listener, but connect her experience to that of her audience. No two performances are ever the same.