Sarah Gillespie Concerts

Experience Sarah Gillespie

Sarah Gillespie is a British jazz vocalist and songwriter celebrated for her deeply emotive interpretations and original compositions. Emerging onto the scene in the early 2010s after graduating from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama, Gillespie quickly gained recognition for her distinctive, smoky vocal tone and sophisticated lyrical storytelling.

Her debut album, *Glittering Demise* (2015), established her as a rising star, earning praise for its blend of jazz, blues, and folk influences. Subsequent albums like *Fast Car & Flicker* (2018) and *Hold Back The Night* (2023), demonstrate a growing confidence in her songwriting, tackling themes of love, loss, and resilience with poetic nuance.

Gillespie’s style draws comparisons to artists like Joni Mitchell and Billie Holiday, yet remains uniquely her own. She frequently tours both as a solo artist and with ensembles, including collaborations with renowned musicians like pianist Dave Newton. Notably, she was nominated for Best Jazz Vocalist at the Parliamentary Jazz Awards in 2019 and consistently receives critical acclaim from publications like The Guardian and Jazzwise magazine for her captivating live performances and compelling discography.