Cara Dillon

Cara Dillon

Born in Dungiven in 1975 Cara Dillon won the All Ireland singing trophy when aged only 14. Together with her husband and musical partner Sam Lakeman she has successfully steered an eclectic musical path, entwining traditional and contemporary elements and earning both both commercial success and critical acclaim.

Recent years have seen her return wholeheartedly to her Irish roots, creating fresh interpretations of traditional standards. She has also 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.

Always looking to introduce her voice and music to new listeners she has topped the charts with dance remixes, guest appearances and, more recently, presented her songs with a full orchestral backing.

Whether singing her native traditional songs of lost love and emigration, or one of her own compositions, you will be hard pressed to find a more emotive and captivating performer.