The Grey Lady Music Lounge, Sunday 18th March 2012
This is a past event.
Headline Act: Nick John Wilson
Born with left side Microtia, Nick picked up the guitar from his folk playing parents when he was seven years old.
His uncle played drums with Suzi Quatro in the seventies, so music has always run in the family.
Nick started to sing and produce his own songs at eighteen having honed his blues, rag finger style and soulful rocky tones.
He ran a studio for three years and in 2013, now with time to focus on himself as an artist, released his debut EP followed by his debut album early 2015.
Nick aims to be out and about more than he ever has been, to promote himself, record label, charities and good music. More info online.
Frances Yonge
Frances Yonge is a songwriter, pianist and musical director. She loves being involved with many musical projects, but her heart is rooted in the art of writing songs. For Frances, songwriting is an escapism that provides a sanctuary of free expression.
Frances’ work takes you on an unpredictable musical journey which has been described as ‘ageless’ and ‘evocative’.
Despite a saturated music market, Frances remains committed to producing albums, telling her life story in her songs. Her last two albums ‘My Garden’ (2011) and ‘Stonewaller’ (2016) are the result of a fulfilling collaboration and friendship with Miriam Cox (cello) and James Cox (percussion/drums).
Frances is looking forward to sharing her new album, ‘All you can see is sky’ which will be released in 2018.
Caroline Tew
Caroline Tew is an 18 year old singer/songwriter from Tunbridge Wells. Her songs are expressed through her distinct, enchanting voice and engaging piano & guitar. Caroline started writing when she was just 12 and began performing her own songs in concerts from the age of 15. Caroline made her debut at the Grey Lady at the end of 2009. Caroline gets her inspiration almost entirely from personal experience. ‘I write better about situations I have experienced. More emotion goes into the lyrics and the performance if the song means something to me.’ Inspired by the likes of Missy Higgins, The Fray and Imogen Heap, Caroline says ‘I am inspired by those songwriters who write the powerful songs that people can identify with.’ Caroline is currently working towards her Songwriting Degree at Berklee College of Music in Boston.
Emily
Emily began writing and performing her music whilst living in Southeast Asia in 1994. Under management in 1998, Emily toured the UK with her band, supporting some big names but remaining unsigned. Virgin Records, Arista and Universal were in communications with Emily's management company regarding her future; however the group sadly disbanded before a deal could be made. Emily continued to write music as she trained to become a nurse, but it was only after an adult gap year in 2009 that she rediscovered her deep passion for performing music and returned to the stage.
Emily now works as a professional solo musician around the South East and can be heard putting her original spin on popular songs of the past fifty years in many of Kent's finest venues. Her original music is sophisticated and original, yet Emily aims to always make it accessible- it appeals to every age group imaginable. Emily likes to experiment with a raw, folk guitar sound, while creating a haunting atmospheric vibe through the use of harmony and effects pedals. Her two albums are available to purchase online.
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