Words by Ben Blackburn
Returning back to our fine crop of local musicians, the spotlight falls on accomplished folk artist Bridie Jackson. Having spent the past couple of years developing a significant loyal fan base in her hometown of Newcastle upon Tyne, with her band ‘The Arbour’, Bridie Jackson is now ready to take her beautifully ethereal sound to the next level.
With support slots for Alasdair Roberts, Cara Dillon, and Karma Francis already under her belt, Bridie Jackson has created a live performance that has gained a critically acclaimed reputation. Strong, passionate, and totally absorbing, Jackson’s mastery over her vocals shapes the striking energy each of her gigs is formed upon. It is this high praise that has perpetuated Jackson’s ability to tour extensively and aide her DIY promotional efforts, with many fans learning of her music through a wildfire of word of mouth.
We talked again by Bridie Jackson
‘We talked again’ is the lead track from Bridie Jackson’s debut album ‘Bitter Lullabies’, and rightly so as the track encapsulates the careful craft of strings and vocal harmonies which reflect the album as a whole. With an eerie sense of intimacy, ‘We talked again’ rests within shades of melancholy and mystery, and ultimately sinks into your soul with an climatic warmth. Released today, Bridie Jackson is debuting ‘Bitter Lullabies’ at the wonderful Sage Gateshead tonight, and I wholeheartedly recommend you head down to witness this very talented musician live.
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