Abi Moore: vocals, guitar, violin, mandolin, percussion.
Band is subject to change depending on the venue. Live lineup may include:
Adam Schofield: Acoustic/ electric guitar and backing vocals, Gillian Spencer: Piano and backing vocals, Ian Leese: Acoustic and double bass and backing vocals, Martin Collins: Drums
Influences
Stevie Wonder, Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, David Gilmour, Alanis Morrissette, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Kate Bush, Sting, Tom McCrae, Lennon and McCartney, John Denver, Elton John, Aimee Mann, Beth Nielsen- Chapman, Michael Jackson, Fleetwood Mac,
Sounds Like
Sheryl Crow, KT Tunstall, Eva Cassidy, Rosie Thomas, Aimee Mann, Beth Nielsen- Chapman, Shawn Colvin, Tori Amos, Karine Polwart
Abi has played intimate venues from her home town to festivals and stadiums of 15,000 people: including the London Palladium in 2002, BBC 6 Radio Summer Sundae Weekender in 2004 and The Huddersfield Galpharm Stadium in 2005.
She sings, plays guitar, piano, violin and mandolin and released her critically acclaimed debut album of original material "The Aftermath of '96" in 2006, along with a CGI video to the single "The Prophecy (Part I)."
Her heartrending lyrics are wrapped up neatly inside a nostalgic melody, delivering a package that leaves her audiences breathless.
"It is no coincidence that the cover of Lincoln singer/songwriter Abi Moore’s debut album is a diary.
Inside is an honest and sometimes courageous chronicle of the past decade, of relationships and incidents and most notably the death of her best friend ten years ago, which forms the basis of Holding On.
But there is a freshness, even an optimism about “The Aftermath of ’96,” mirrored in the quiet strength of several of these tracks, the independence of songs like When The Devil Calls, (“All the lessons that I learned in life, I learned them on my own”) and the very fact that Abi herself has written, played, sung, recorded, mixed and produced pretty much everything here.
Her voice is central to its appeal, reminiscent of Texas chanteuse Sharleen Spiteri at times and beautiful throughout, underlined by gently persuasive melodies and excellent arrangements, notably on opener Circles with its jazzy guitar and the rolling piano and gospel energy of Let It Go.
Yet the set’s standout track is not autobiographical at all but inspired by The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, The Prophecy (Part I) showcasing the breadth of her nascent musical vision while also capturing a sense of wonder and the story’s implicit spirituality. An impressive and emotionally involving introduction to a bright new talent."
(Mike Lyon, Editor of Lincoln Chronicle. )
"The Aftermath of '96" is available at all her gigs and through her official website: www.abimoore.com as well as iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby and many others-visit the Links page for more retailers.
Abi's music covers topics everyone can relate to with "wise beyond her years lyrics and a voice that oozes honesty and passion." (The Troubadour, London)As well as putting on her own engaging, moving and thoughtful live shows, she is also a sought- after support artist for bands and artists of all genres, having already opened for the likes of Midge Ure, Jim Moray, LAU, Jonatha Brooke, Edwina Hayes, the Coal Porters, Dave Swarbrick, Steve Tilston and 10CC.
Demand for a second album has led Abi to write and record her second studio album "Things We Should've Said" which was released on Saturday March 7th 2009. The album launch at Lincoln Drill Hall was filmed for an upcoming DVD and features Abi playing the new tracks with her full band and guest musicians. Release date will be posted when it becomes available. Here's what the Drill Hall's Simon Hollingworth has to say about the music...
"Abi Moore is fast becoming something of a legend... beautiful and passionate songs, superb arrangements and thought-provoking lyrics. Abi's on stage style and honesty also leave you feeling as though you've actually got to know her during one of her gigs. Highly recommended."
You can order the new CD through Abi's official website: www.abimoore.com, or at iTunes, Amazon, CD Baby, Napster - please see the Links page for more retailers. Here's what The Standard has to say about it:
"Whenever a singer-songwriter begins to make any kind of waves in the music industry, it is common practice for critics to liken them to as many other artists as they can think of.
With Abi Moore, that is a very difficult thing to do. To put it bluntly, she sounds like Abi Moore, and if you haven't heard of her yet, then you're about to!
Abi's second album, Things We Should've Said, is a confident outing, often sassy at times, and with a really strong underlying message of optimism and hope.
If the lyrical content of this album must be likened to anyone else's, then Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly. would probably be the first name springing to mind.
The album features strikingly-titled songs such as 'Has the Whole World Come Undone?' and 'World Leaders and Power Seekers' which are laced with legitimate questions as to whether ordinary people can change the state of the world; and while her dreams of seeing a change for the better may never be realised, at least she's bold enough to try.
The latter of the aforementioned tracks features a multitude of deliciously cynical couplets, with the superb "We'd rather vote for the cabaret star of the year, than vote for a leader to free our country of fear" being the absolute pick of the bunch.
It’s not all pop and politics, however, and there are some deeply emotional numbers here too, namely the six-minute album closer Tell Everyone.
Her voice boasts an immense beauty which should touch your inner soul and have the hairs on the back of your neck standing to attention from the album's very beginning.
All in all, Things We Should've Said is as near to the perfect album as you're ever likely to hear, and that is no exaggeration.
There is only so long talents like Abi can stay undiscovered by the masses, and while she must never lose her independent roots, if she isn't performing at the Glastonbury Festival within the next few years, I fear Abi's very own idea that the world has come undone may be more accurate than not!"
Video for The Prophecy produced by Blue Dog Films (2005)
Just passin to show some love, make sure you keep workin hard, there's no rest for the BLESSED! Add me on facebook if you wanna network. Kaya H Osbourne
Thank you for your friendship Abi. I like the sound of your voice. Very warm and moving. I like your musical arrangements too. I wish you all the very best with your musical projects. drop me a line if you wish. Take care. Phil.
I picked up your postcard in Cafe Nero in King's Parade this morning and listened to the tracks here when I got home. I really enjoyed them. Thank you. :) I'll get the albums from iTunes after I've finished my Proclaimersfest. If you're on Twitter, don't mind a bit of sweariness and enjoy silly word games follow me at twitter.com/RichHL. I'm in Scotland - Edinburgh and Dundee to be exact - on Wednesday so I'll miss your Cambridge date but I'll try to remember your gig in St Ives.
i Abi excellent 2 sets @ Lincoln & Hull. I was in the end needed as a taxi so couldnt go to Your Beverley gig.How many cds did You sell in Beverley I hope it was tons. I will definatly see You August 22nd, & I might see You on the 8th in Nottingham @ 1 of the Caffe Neros there. Best Wishes Richard! x
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Take care and keep up the good work, Tom.
P.S. Cheers for your friendship. As a thank you, enter voucher code 'myspace' when ordering leaflet printing, flyer printing or poster printing and I'll knock 15 quid off the cost!
Enjoyed your company on Saturday, even though we got the wonky table! Disappointed we didn't get to hear you. Meant to congratulate you re the cafe Nero success. All the best and see you soon, I hope, Helen x
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