007 Voices of Bond 5*****

Brought to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, by Night Owl Productions, Voices of Bond was way more than a tribute to the infamous Bond theme songs.

Stunning vocals, powerful and theatrical, accompanied by electric guitars and young genius playing the … Read More

Joni Mitchell: Take Me as I Am 5*****

Mesmerising! The barefooted Contessa of Laurel Canyon IS in town.

It’s 1976. Canadian singer/songwriter Joni Mitchell has been out on the road for some time and is glad to be home. She’s just completed her soon to be classic album … Read More

Jo Carley and the Old Dry Skulls 4****

Jo Carley and the Old Dry Skulls is an energetic three-hander band, driving along in zydaco/Appalachian/Nashville style which they describe as Voodoo, Blues, Zombie, Monster and Rock n Roll.

Jo is striking and has a beautiful singing voice, sometimes playing … Read More

Vox Stars Presents Star Inspirations 2.5**

Lainey Vox, the proud owner of Vox Stars, an Edinburgh-based singing and performance coaching studio, brings a wealth of experience in live performance and band settings. Her passion for helping singers from various backgrounds master their voice and performance craft … Read More

Adele – Still someone like me 5*****

Flawless from beginning to end. Sarah Borges is well practiced singing the songs of Adele and this comes over as she filled the room with her amazing vocals. This is Sarah’s third year of performing in Edinburgh Festival and as … Read More

Acoustic Gaga 4****

Sarah Borges covers of popular Lady Gaga songs do not disappoint. Sarah, born in Portugal, has the sweetest most alluring voice. Show stopping entrance in glittery attire and fun sparkly specs added a sense of fun and playfulness to her … Read More

Sing It! Northern lights: From retro to remix 4****

This was the second a-cappella group of my fringe plans. I am always impressed by the talent and skill the performers have and demonstrate to such a high standard.

The show is performed by fourteen very professional, talented and … Read More

Celine Dion experience featuring Jasmine Alice 4****

As a huge Celine Dion fan, I could listen to her songs for hours. So naturally my interest was peaked when I saw this show advertised. It takes bravery and vocal expertise to even attempt to hit the notes Celine … Read More

The Magnets: Legends 5*****

Being asked to review a show for a colleague last minute, comes with anxiety. I did not get a chance to read up on what I was about to go and see, only knowing it was an a cappella … Read More

The Scottish Sessions – Elsa Jean McTaggart 4.5 ****

This 50 minute show is in essence an all to brief journey through the history of Scottish pop songs, but it is more than that . Billed as  Elsa Jean McTaggart show in reality it is a double act with … Read More