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My name is Sue Verran, I am a singer/songwriter and lyricist from Wales who lives in South London. I gig all around London including The Bedford, Bush Hall, The Regal Rooms, The Big Secret, Acoustic Lounge, The Troubadour, The Vibe Bar , Halfmoon - Putney, Teatro,etc ....................
I wrote ''Tumble from the Sun'' for a film ''Playing Dead'' by award winning director Prathiba Parmer (Kali Films) which was screened at The Curzon Cinema, Shaftesbury Ave, London UK
I have co-written or worked with a number of people including Mozez (Zero 7), Jon Allen, Mick Lister, Karen Ramirez, Rosie Swan, Susy Thomas. Also co-wrote and guest vocalled on 'Don't Hide Your Face' by the West London hip-hop band ‘Innocent’ and also ''JamHoney'' a co-write with Dee Adam & Neil Athale..(Peer Publishing)
My first collaborations were released through indie publisher - 'Brill' .
I also appear on BBC2 Radio Sold on Song ..................................
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SOME NICE QUOTES
''distinctive voice, great numbers, brilliant…’ Peter Coulston SEATWAVE
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'''I listened to your music today and fell in love with 'Funny I Fell', really love that song'''Mozez - Zero7 ......................................... ..............................................................................................................................
''' sumptuous vocals and warm guitar playing, we are all smitten with her fantastic songs.''' - Tall Poppy Records..................................................
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'''Very few artists make the transition from the office CD rack to the kitchen CD player, Sue Verran has done so and that is praise indeed'''…
......Amity Fletcher – Promoter - The Big Secret London UK.........................................................................................................................
'''her voice is sweet, soft melancholy, her lyrics flow effortlessly into my mind, and gently permeate my soul and ignite my wit. Her voice is so beautiful, kind of childlike yet feminine'''.
......she could tell you you're going to hell in such a way that you would actually look forward to the journey. Her lyrics offering glimpses of her witty/clever spunk and sass.'''
......Jaeda DeWalt - JAEDE Publications, Seattle.
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'''Sue is one of the most exciting & refreshing songwriters in the UK today. She has a unique style that offers rhythmic vibe, soulful heartache, poetic imagery & a harmonious flavour''' ....Craig Mitchell,The Acoustic Lounge, UK................................................................................................................................................
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TO EMAIL SUE VERRAN DIRECTLY : SJVERRAN@YAHOO.CO.UK
SUE'S DEBUT EP 'BRINGING IT HOME' IS NOW AVAILABLE ON LIMITED EDITION CD.
sorry for such a late reply!...i like the track you uploaded fragile..i shall be needing your wicked guitar skills soon hopefully...whats been happening recently with the music then? hope 2 hear from you soon! keep it up!
Thanks for the add! Good to have you as a friend! So great to see the internet in action this way, shortening distances between people. :) I hope all's well with you and that you enjoy checking out my web site at www.faberoptime.com some time. For occasional, new, refreshing, insightful and (possibly?!) valuable content, I encourage you to sign up for my free newsfeed/email newsletter (using the form on site at page right - high quality, low quantity, no spam!). Oh and you might like to take a look at some of my vids on my YouTube channel too! www.youtube.com/faberoptime Take care and keep in touch. Best, Faber. "Just a guy trying to make the world a better place."
thank you so much. i was in love with you all for staying out in the rain. what a magic night tho. i think i am so lycky to play music to such great people! kw x x
Hey Sue, Nice to see you again yesterday, hope you got to the station in time! Bringing It Home & Tumble From The Sun are awesome btw, so thanks :o) Hope to catch you again soon, Vicky x
Hey Sue... sooooo great to meet you at Ginglik.... really glad you looked me up on here 'cos I felt really bad interrupting your awesome story telling to sort out my hunger issues!........
..... never did get eating..... had to suddenly hit the road..... so didn't get to come find you again.....
Was very cool to meet you though.... and even though I didn't see you play.... I did hear you play.....
Thanks so much for the kind words about our gig... you've made us smile :) :)
Thanks for coming down to see us too. Was lovely to see you. Thank you for putting in a good word for us at Ginlik too. WOW! How many thank yous! Fantastic. Well... we think you deserve a thank you just for being you anyway.
We'll come see you do your amazing music thing very soon. Big hugs from us both.
Hi Sue..."star gazer"??? You are a sparkling star yourself!! It was so great to meet you and I truly loved your voice and music! Didn't want to play more than a few cymbal frills on your song as it was sooo beautiful i didn't want to spoil it with a whole drum set! Did you see how the crowd applauded and yelled after your performance??? That should tell you alot girl...you're really so talented and you have something unique! You have something precious there...I pray for you to achive all your goals and dreams. You deserve it!!! Take care and I hope we'll get the chance to play your music some day soon. And don't forget you have a friend here ok. I owe you a drink!!! ;-) Big hugs... Patti. x
Hey Suzie.. just listening to your music...you are truly amazing... how long have we had each other in our lives.... and you never fail to inspire, impress and lightened me... See ya soon my lovely.. PX