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In the world of music, few luminaries shine as brightly as Cara Dillon. Known for her captivating live performances, this Irish singer seldom fails to leave audiences spellbound with her breathtaking voice and emotional delivery. Born in Dungiven and surrounded and infused with the rich cultural heritage of her native County Derry, Cara has risen to become one of the finest exponents of traditional Irish song anywhere in the world. Possessing a rare and unique voice that has been lauded since her very beginnings winning the All Ireland singing trophy aged only 14. Together with her husband and musical partner, Sam Lakeman, she has successfully steered an eclectic musical path defying the typical pigeonholes that hinder most artists in her genre. Celebrated for entwining traditional and contemporary elements she has earned both commercial success and astonishing critical acclaim. Her most recent album "Coming Home" was shortlisted for the Northern Ireland Music Prize in November 2024. The subsequent live show, which features a stunning blend of spoken word, song, and storytelling, has enjoyed 3 sell-out UK and Irish tours since Cara first performed her new pieces in Autumn 2023. Including selling out the Grand Opera House in Belfast, The Guildhall in Derry and Kings Place in London among others. "This is a beautiful piece of work that pulls at you like a vintage Heaney poem." - NI Music Prize "It might just be the best album she has ever released." - The Irish Independent "This immersive tapestry stops you in your tracks: it demands that you listen." - RnR Cara's reach is truly global with fans to be found all over the world. She’s won countless awards and accolades including “Album Of The Year” at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, The Meteor Music Award for “Best Irish Female”, and Tatler’s “Woman Of The Year in Music” and has appeared in prestigious concert halls and at festivals the world over. Her breadth of appeal stems from a remarkable career that continually places her home and culture at the very heart of her music and began with her singing with the likes of De Dannan and Óige as a teenager, being signed to legendary indie record label Rough Trade, providing the title track and narration for a Disney film, appearing with Symphony Orchestras in England, Scotland, Ireland and beyond, all leading to contemporary superstars such as Ed Sheeran, Ellie Goulding, and Sam Smith citing her as an influence. Whether she's singing her native traditional songs of lost love and emigration, or original compositions, you will be hard pressed to find a more emotive and captivating performer. Cara Dillon is at the very top of her field and one has the feeling she'll remain there for a very long time.
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Acoustic Music., Contemporary Irish Music, Spoken Word Poetry, Traditional Irish, Traditional Irish Ballads, Irish Folk, Traditional Folk, Folk, International Award Winning, Singer Songwriter, Spoken Word
Excellent gig, as expected. Tracks from Upon a Winter's Night and Coming Home, plus some others. Ed Boyd joined them again (guitar) which was good, as we saw him last week also at the Queen's Hall with Flook. Plus Conal McDonagh (pipes, whistles) and Toby Shaer (fiddle, whistles). Sound quality was great and the perfect venue for a Christmas gig.
The Queen's Hall Edinburgh, United KingdomGreat show at the Birnam Arts Centre with Cara Dillon and Sam Lakeman. Lovely clear acoustics in there and everyone's near to the stage, even if you're at the back. Looking forward to seeing them in Edinburgh at Xmas with their band.
Birnam Arts & Conference Centre Dunkeld, United KingdomCara Dillon and the band were stunning. Her extraordinary voice is sublime and the words and music were wonderful. Always a joy to see and hear her but this time was outstanding. The standing ovation was well deserved.
Haymarket Theatre Hampshire, United KingdomBrilliant as usual. Only thing was that the words weren't as clear as usual so it was difficult to follow the narrative of the songs. Still great performance from both.
The Courthouse Project (Otley) Otley, United KingdomFirst time in this venue and it was lovely (if a bit hot). Cara and Sam gave a beautiful, sensitive performance. I was rapt from start to finish.
Birnam Arts & Conference Centre Dunkeld, United KingdomYes, Cara Dillon is currently on tour. If you're interested in attending an upcoming Cara Dillon concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Cara Dillon tour is scheduled for 29 dates across 21 cities. Get information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2026-2027 with Hypebot.
Cara Dillon is scheduled to play 29 shows between 2026-2027. Buy concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
Cara Dillon's tour starts Apr 16, 2026 and ends on Dec 20, 2026. They will play 21 cities; their most recent concert was held in London at Cadogan Hall and their next upcoming concert will be in Bury Saint Edmunds at St Mary's Church, Pakenham.
As part of the Cara Dillon tour, Cara Dillon is scheduled to play across the following venues and cities:
