BBC Radio, “Reminders” Limited Edition CD Copies Available!

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Had a great evening at BBC Radio Norfolk this week being the Tuesday guest on Matthew Gudgin’s Drivetime Show. Loved talking all things music, my career journey so far, and also playing six of my all-time favourite songs. The interview is available to “Listen Again” here and the show is also repeated on Sunday 26th November between 1 and 2 pm.  My next appearance on BBC Radio Norfolk is next Sunday where I will also be chatting to Keith Greentree on the Big Country Show, Sunday 3rd December from 2 pm.

Excited that I have just received these lovely new limited edition CDs of my EP “Reminders” recorded in New York with renowned Brooklyn producer and musician Jeff Hill. Thanks to Audiotree in Norwich for the artwork and design. Previously only available digitally, signed copies are available from the store page and at my Bandcamp

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Something sweet! Here’s a brand new music video for “Trust” by Breeze Redwine. One for all the dog lovers out there. “Trust” is the title track from Breeze’s debut EP and I wrote this song about the very special bond between owners and their four legged friends

Festival Videos & Review, New Covers, Seeing Kate Bush!

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Thanks so much to Festivals for All for this lovely mention of my performance at Brownstock Festival thanks also to Tracy Morter Photography for this cool shot

Here’s also some videos from my sets at Weyfest and Brownstock

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Plus ‘Carolina Rain’ thanks to Mick for filming this and a Tom Petty cover ‘I Won’t Back Down’

Had an amazing week last week getting to see two of my all-time favourite songwriters. Saw Ryan Adams at the iTunes Festival and even managed to get a set list from the amazing gig!  Been enjoying his latest record and just tried an acoustic cover of Gimme Something Good

Also, it was a dream come true getting to see Kate Bush live. Incredible to see ‘The Ninth Wave’ in its entirely and to hear Kate sounding so beautiful!

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Plus, here’s a free download for you! live acoustic cover of ‘Start Again’ by another favourite Teenage Fanclub. 

 

Brand New Music Video ‘Be Around’

Very excited to share my brand new music video! for my song ‘Be Around’. Huge thanks to Claudia Taveira Photography

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I’ve also just recorded a live acoustic cover of this beautiful Kate Bush song. One of my favourite songs of hers. Can’t wait for her Before The Dawn Tour!

Thanks so much to Ramsey Sounds for 2 cool electro remixes of my summer song ‘Summer on the L’ and acoustic track ‘So Many Words’

New Video Preview, Podcast Special, Latest Column and Free Downloads!

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Hi everyone! Had a beautiful day last week on the coast filming a brand new music video. Excited to share a little preview

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My latest column for Songwriting Magazine is now online! Discussing some great duets, who they were written for and some of my personal favourites. What are your favourite duet songs?

Featured Artist Podcast

Was lovely to be the featured artist on a recent Journey of Discovery podcast. Also includes music by some of my favourite artists and inspirations including Ryan Adams, Neal Casal, Kathleen Edwards, Hem, Mindy Smith, Tift Merritt and Josh Rouse. Big thanks to Linda Conway.

Free Downloads!

Just recorded a live acoustic cover of this lovely Elbow song from the latest album.

Also, a free download of an Arctic Monkeys song, ‘I Wanna Be Yours’ from ‘AM’

Slipstream Reissued on Proper

My debut album ‘Slipstream’ described by Bob Harris as a ‘beautiful debut album’ has been reissued, now available on iTunes with Proper Music Distribution.

 

Record Store Day – New Videos and Great Review

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Hope you had a wonderful Record Store Day and went out to support your local independent record shops (as well as purchasing some cool music!). Had a great time playing at David’s Music. I was given such a warm welcome and thanks to everyone who came out. With owner Andy:

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Big thanks especially to country music blog 4000 Miles to Nashville for this great review and also for filming ‘Wildfire’. Check out the review here

I also put together this fun highlights video of my day behind the scenes:

As you all know, I love talking about songwriting and thanks to Ben Williams for interviewing me for his cool songwriting blog. Talking about my writing process as well as my favourite songs and writers here

Exciting also to have more airplay on Amazing Radio. ‘Carolina Rain’ from latest compilation ‘The Sweetest Dream’ was played on excellent show ‘The Front Porch’ this weekend. Playlist here

 

Brand New Song, Tracks of My Teens and an 80’s Cover

Excited to share a new video! trying out a brand new original Americana tune ‘Another Place and Time’ Hope you enjoy!

I think everyone knows I love talking about music and my favourite artists, here’s a brand new interview with the excellent music blog Alphabet Bands Find out what tracks inspired me growing up!

Talking of music I love, here’s my acoustic cover of a great 80’s song by OMD. Always loved the lyrics to this one.

New Live Video, Josh Rouse Cover and Interviewed in New Kate Bush Book!

Hey everyone, hope you had a lovely Easter weekend. Been keeping busy recording some brand new demos! plus here’s an acoustic cover of one of my favourite songs, Josh Rouse’s gorgeous ‘Rise’ that I recorded awhile ago whilst on tour in Europe:

Also, here’s a brand new live video! ‘So Many Words’ during a UK tour.

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Also very excited to be interviewed in this brand new beautiful book about Kate Bush and her incredible influence. In the words of author Marta Oliehoek-Samitowska:

“The main purpose of this book is to discuss Kate’s uniqueness and her influence on a new generation of musicians together with some of the freshest and loveliest female artists around and to celebrate female creativity in general.”

The book can be ordered here

 

‘Lisa Redford’s Inspiring Songs’ Radio Interview/Session On Again Tonight!

11.0 pm UK Time ~ Lisa Redford’s Inspiring Songs
My interview and live session from Monday is being repeated again this evening! Go to www.brooklandsradio.co.uk and the Listen Live button.
Hear 3 live songs, including 2 new songs, and an indepth interview about my musical journey and musical inspirations. I also discuss some of my favourite songs and songwriters which include Kings of Convenience, Ryan Adams, Sufjan Stevens, Kate Bush and Josh Rouse. Hope you enjoy!

From Brooklands Radio:
‘There’s another chance to hear last Monday’s show with David Durant and his studio guest Lisa Redford, an English singer song-writer currently living in New York. During her visit to her motherland she took some time out to visit the Brooklands Radio studios for a one hour session which we bring you tonight. Here is what others have to say about this talented chanteuse: “one of our finest singer/songwriters” Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2, “brilliant! Lisa has a great voice” Glenn Tilbrook, Squeeze, “In a sea of smart female singer-songwriters, Lisa Redford is an admiral.? Maverick Magazine, “There is a warmth and welcoming vibe to Redford?s music that really is difficult to resist.” Americana UK 8 out of 10.

Live Radio Session and Interview Online Tonight!

Just back from playing a great show in Surrey where I was also invited to sing with the amazing US artist Eve Selis. It was an absolute joy!
Wanted to let you know about a lovely live radio session I also did over the weekend that is being broadcast online tonight between 8pm and 9pm UK time. I performed 3 live songs and discussed in depth my musical journey and inspirations.
The session will also be repeated on Thursday between 11pm and midnight. Just head to https://www.brooklandsradio.co.uk and click the red ‘Listen Live’ button.

More info here:
https://www.facebook.com/event.phpeid=114948121915939