Lily Dior
“"...ultra-precise articulation with an irresistibly sultry, yearning tone"”
Jazzwise
An expat Australian singer now settled in London, Lily Dior comes with an impressive and extensive cv. Her debut album ‘Invitation’ received universal praise and put Lily firmly on the Australian music map. "She can belt out a song, dramatize a lyric, swing hard and earthy, flirt, sing a tender song - Lily can tell a story" ABC. In what is now an extensive and highly respected career Lily is recognized as one of Australia’s foremost vocalists, performing at major festivals and venues around the world, including performances in the likes of New York, New Zealand, Japan, Singapore, Shanghai, Hong Kong and of course London. She has shared the stage with a who’s who of world-class musicians including Oscar Castro Neves, Dale Barlow and James Morrison and includes numerous TV and Radio appearances as well as hosting her own show on Sydney’s premier jazz station ‘Eastside Radio’ for over ten years. Tonight's performance will be a mix of classic jazz standards and the groovier, funkier side of her repertoire, all performed with the powerful and charismatic vocals that are Lily’s trademark. Her stellar band tonight features the robust, melodic, playing of 606 favourite Dave Lewis-sax.
“Jazz and soul coexist in Lily Dior’s repertoire, and in her vocal style... sassy, soulful, passionate and strong.” Rhythms magazine; "Dior’s voice has the depth, control and clarity of Gregory Porter" KindofJazz