Scottish songwriter, photographer and poet Sarah DeShields recorded her first solo EP "sacrifices" in 2003, a collection of rock and folk songs written during her university years. She then went on to make another EP when she moved to the states in 2005 that was mainly distributed at shows, called "Small Stories". She took a break for a year whilst preparing for the birth of her first child, and is back now working on a new folk album:
"I'm really excited about getting back to my roots. Its going to be very folky, very nostalgic, and uplifting. I hope this album will remind people of home, wherever that may be"
Sarah is also a key member of electronic rock band "broadcast safe" and they will be recording an album also in the coming year.
"I love that I get to be experimental with broadcast safe, it draws out a part of me that has been hidden and been burning to be set loose."
broadcast safe's music can be heard at myspace.com/broadcastsafe
Sarah also leads worship at Renovatus church in charlotte. "Renovatus sums up life for me - true community centered around the love of God. Whatever I do artistically is an act of worship to a God who is worthy of it all and more. He gave me everything I have"
here's a smashing review from a live radio gig Sarah did in England
"I've always been a fan of statistics that are made up on the spot, so here's one for you:
For every 50 good singer/songwriters there's one who offers not only fantastic material but also a mesmerising performance.
If that were true then I'd definitely class Sarah DeShields as one of the few outstanding performers.
Sarah's crazy yet captivating vocal style has been compared to Tori Amos and even Dolores from The Cranberries.
However she hasn't fallen into the pit of angst where Ms Amos seems to find her inspiration. On the contrary Sarah's songs exhibit a touching warmth.
Rather than taking betrayal, war and despair as her subjects Sarah looks to her faith in God and her own frailty. The result is challenging, moving and often uplifting."
Matthew Seymour, BBC Radio North Yorkshire.
My dear Sarah, thanks a million for your lovely words...so much appreciated, especially from a talented Musician and a bright soul like You. I hope you're keeping warm and happy. Light to you and to your Music, x mK
Just wanted to let you know Lights Resolve will be playing Greene Street in Greensboro, NC on Oct 6th. Can't wait to see you at the show. -Neal, Matt & The Duke
hey girl its been forever!!! how are you!? i love the new songs! we so gotta get together>>>got a new music venue here in columbia check it out sometime. www.thewhitemule.com :)
Hey Sarah. Not sure if you're doing anything Friday night, but we're playing at PREVUE in NoDa at like 10:30pm. It would be awesome if you could make it! Hope you're doing well...
PREVUE 2909 North Davidson Street Charlotte, NC 28205
What's up! Thanks for the love and support. We just wanted to remind you that our exclusive EP Let Go is coming out tuesday. Pre-order it now and we'll hook you up with a bonus gift
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