I'm giving this it's own thread, as it a tour that's ongoing right now, and I really want to make sure people know about it.

I went to see this singer/songwriter and her group of amazing musicians last night at the Phoenix in Exeter, and it was a sublime experience. I only heard of her very recently, but have since discovered she's held in very high esteem, and rightly so. A mix of new and traditional Irish folks songs delivered with such a degree of excellence I have never heard. Cara singing, with her husband Sam Lakeman (brother of Seth) on piano and guitar, and another guitarist, and a flute player.

The level of musicianship was absolutely outstanding, and the sound was immaculate - they obviously have a top-notch engineer travelling with them. Really, to hear such emotive waves of celtic magic so finely expressed is a rare treat. They are playing Stroud tonight, and the tour rolls on up the country over the next few days. I can't recommend it too highly for anyone in the mood for something truly lovely to do for an evening.

Nick, Cara Dillon Live with Extra online footage. http://www.bbc.co.uk/northernireland/irish/blas/blasceoil/en/gig4.shtml

Nigel there is an error on the site at the moment

I saw Cara with her four piece ensemble earlier this year, & it was an excellent performance.
Sadly this tour doesn't visit anywhere near me, but it sounds like a fantastic show. :)

Excellent links, thanks Toffeeman (seem to be OK now).

Still, it's still not working properly for me in XP, was fine last night on my Vista laptop! Some great music on the Blas Ceoil site .....Jim

I'm surfing the Blas Ceoil site now, so thanks again for the intro' Jim. It's working OK using safari & firefox for me BTW.

Hi, thanks for bringing this talented musician to my attention. I am interested in learning more about her music and hoping to get a chance to see her in a live performance.