Influenced by classic singer-songwriters such as Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and contemporary artists such as Neal Casal, Ryan Adams, Josh Rouse, Mindy Smith and Kathleen Edwards, Lisa is a versatile singer-songwriter whose music has been described as delicate acoustic roots pop with heartfelt lyrics, gorgeous melodies and stunning vocals.

She has released three acclaimed albums 'Slipstream'(2003), 'Lost Again'(2005) and 'Clouds with Silver' (2008) that have received airplay across the world including Bob Harris's BBC Radio 2 shows. Her track 'Dragonfly' was played on his 'Best of British' show which featured the Best British songwriters and in December 2006 she was personally asked to do a live session and interview on the show. February 2007 saw her invited to appear as the special guest at a 'Bob Harris presents..Americana' showcase at London's Borderline. In 2007 she also released an iTunes only acoustic record, 'Lost Again - The Acoustic Sessions'.

A compelling live performer, Lisa has performed lots of prestigious venues in the UK, Europe, NYC and Vancouver and opened for many respected artists including Chuck Prophet, Kathryn Williams, Brian Kennedy, The Handsome Family, Devon Sproule, The Hot Club of Cowtown, Laura Veirs, Jesse Sykes, The Deadstring Brothers, Eileen Rose, Rod Picott, Gina Villalobos, Corb Lund, Jeff Black, Eve Selis, Jess Klein, Johnathan Rice, Peter Mulvey, The Arlenes and Kate Campbell. First album 'Slipstream' (2003) captured a very acoustic sound, close to Lisa's wonderful live performance while 'Lost Again' (2005), produced by Gabriel Minnikin, a former member of acclaimed Canadian alt-country band, The Guthries, took her blend of exquisitely melodic country pop to another level with beautiful lush arrangements and an increase in instrumentation.

Brand new album 'Clouds with Silver' was recorded mostly in Brooklyn, NY and co-produced with respected NY musician and producer Brad Albetta (Martha Wainwright, Teddy Thompson). who also adds some subtle sonic dimensions on bass and keyboards. The acoustic songs are also enriched by some truly beautiful string arrangements. “Makes Your Heart Sing” and “Here Alone” feature strings by one of Nashville’s most highly regarded producers David Henry (Josh Rouse, Alison Krauss, REM) and New York based violinist Claudia Chopek (Ryan Adams, HEM) created the wonderful lilting arrangements on “NY Song” and “Live Your Life”. More of New York’s most outstanding musicians guest on some of the tracks. Superb drummer Matt Johnson (Jeff Buckley, Rufus Wainwright) adds his talent to the two full band tracks and the excellent guitarist Jim Campilongo (in Norah Jones’s The Little Willies) contributes his trademark Telecaster sound to the upbeat Americana track “When You Come Home”.

Like Lisa’s previous albums, Clouds with Silver is available on iTunes, Amazon, Fish Records and distributed through Proper Distribution who feel it is ‘a very strong and confident piece of work that deserves to be heard’. It has earned even more glowing press reviews, airplay on BBC Radio 2 and other radio shows and been the most successful release to date. In December Lisa was made Artist to Watch 2008 at Acoustic Café, radio’s best international showcase for acoustic music.

Official website:
www.lisaredford.com

Myspace:
www.myspace.com/lisaredford

Youtube channel:
www.youtube.com/lisaredfordmusic

"one of our finest singer/songwriters" Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2

"brilliant! Lisa has a great voice" Glenn Tilbrook, Squeeze

"In a sea of smart female singer-songwriters, Lisa Redford is an admiral.' Maverick Magazine ****

"There is a warmth and welcoming vibe to Redford’s music that really is difficult to resist." Americana UK 8 out of 10

There's an immediate connection to the emotional territory of the songs, which imbues an easy familiarity and regular listeners to Bob Harris will already know Lisa's voice, with its subtle tremolo and classic country lilt. This is classy and assured. Lisa is one to watch for sure.' Properganda Magazine

'Clouds with Silver is Redford's best album so far. Her pure, pretty voice has developed a deeper resonance and character and her attractive melodies and thoughtful lyrics have become more consistent and finer crafted.' Country Music People Magazine ****

'Her grasp of texture, mood and fearlessness in giving it her all, I suspect, comes with the realisation that she actually possesses a voice able to do her musical vision justice.' Rock n Reel Magazine ****