Cara Dillon

Cara Dillon is no stranger to the Cambridge Stage, having played it as both a solo artist and as part of young Irish folk band Oige. Having left Oige, Cara spent time in what is proving to be folk music’s most juxtaposition supergroup, The Equation. Everyone that went trough that band has had great success, even if, for whatever reason, the band never fulfilled it’s potential as a whole.
I digress. Crystal voiced Dillon returns to Cambridge with a fantastic new album, “After The Morning” that builds on the success of “Cara Dillon” and “Sweet Liberty”. The album and her band include soul mate Sam Lakeman, who also produced the album, as well as the much under appreciated Neill MacColl.
Cara Dillon has proved to be a consummate performer who can deliver the goods with just her voice or accompanied by musicians. It’s been four years since she was here last and that seems like way too long. Another artist for which we suspect it will be standing room only and one for which we tingle with anticipation.
A selection of Cara’s tunes can be found on http://www.myspace.com/caradillon

Post Festival Notes
Cara Dillon has evolved in to a highly confident performer with the voice of a siren. She draws you in and reaches you on an emotional level. Her songs are moving and at times witty. She makes the songs her own even if they are drawn from folks rich treasure chest. By her own admition, she prefers the intimacy of the Radio Two Stage and fortunately that's where I saw and heard her perform. She has awhole host of experiences under her belt and has used them to create a fantastic stage presence. A real gem.
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