Details

Melissa James' music fuses her love of blues, folk, country and jazz bundled in a package of soul, taking you on mini detours that draw you into her sometimes raw and innermost thoughts. Stripped down and combined with the velvety power through which she delivers, expect a performance that will leave your spine tingling. Drawing upon the soul and gospel she listened to in her youth - and her latter day music influences, Melissa James has a unique collection of songs, which are also featured on her debut album "Day Dawns" which are crafted from a place of depth and integrity. She says of her style: "Think Lizz Wright meets Amos Lee as they cross paths with blues man, Eric Bibb and you'd be getting close".

Cast/Performers

Tom Gamble (guitar), Paul Southern (bass), Tim Nugent (bass), Ross Lorraine (piano)

Creatives/Company

Presented by(s): Shaka Zulu, Stevie Ray's Sessions