Esther O'Connor

Esther O’Connor, ‘‘David Geffen crossed with Stevie Nicks’’ as described by the Sunday Times, previews music from what promises to be one of strongest releases of 2009. Harking back to the great singer songwriters of the 60’s and 70’s the songs are testimony to Esther’s arresting and potent songwriting talent. Esther O’Connor is the real deal. Irresistible. In 2008 Esther released her second album 'Right Here' in the UK on her own record label to outstanding critical acclaim and radio support including among others an unreserved 5 stars in the Sunday Express and support on BBC Radio 2. Esther is collaborating with several exciting artists, including the talented Nik Kershaw and bafta award winning composer Paul Leonard Morgan. Paulo Nutini regularly performs one of Esther's songs 'Running on Empty' at his shows. Radio station's nationwide including have been captivated by Esther's tuneful haunting songs: and blown away by her stunning live radio performances. Tom Morton of Radio Scotland describing one of her tracks as "Neil Young meets Beyonce round at Joni Mitchell's house", recognizing the retro flare that runs through Esther's music and her love of a sassy pop hook. Journalists recognize that Esther is a trailblazer, a talented musician forging the way ahead in this new musical landscape. The Sunday Express (five stars) ***** "This should launch a new Scottish star into the charts." The Herald (four stars) **** ''O'Connor has one of the best voices heard in Scotland in some time, and a set of fine songs to show it off…'' The List (four stars) **** ‘’There is an unmistakable modern twist to her music, and she flits effortlessly between, husky poppiness to soulful stripped down and spine tingling. ‘’ Sunday Express, ***** (five stars) "It's time for KT, Sandi and Amy to make room because this should launch a new Scottish star into the charts."