POPULAR Northern Irish singer Cara Dillon will be bringing a stunning live show to Mwldan in Cardigan on Thursday, April 20.

The folk singer will be celebrating her new album Wanderer which is described as a collection of beautiful and moving songs recorded in an intimate setting with her husband and musical partner Sam Lakeman.

She will also be performing some of her own and fan favourites from her back catalogue in what is described as a ‘stunning’ performance.

Born in Dungiven in 1975, 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.

Her website states: "Possessing a rare and unique voice that has been lauded since 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.

"Recent years have seen her return wholeheartedly to her Irish roots creating fresh interpretations of traditional folk standards with stunning results.

"Her reach is truly global, with fans to be found all over the world. Her clear, Northern Irish voice has seduced giants such as Disney who, in 2010, asked her to sing the title song to the animated movie Tinkerbell and the Great Fairy Rescue.

"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.

"Always looking to introduce her voice and music to new listeners, Cara has topped the charts with dance remixes, guest appearances and presented her songs with full orchestral backing, bringing her music to an entirely new audience.

"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."

Cara Dillon will play at Mwldan on Thursday, April 20 at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £22 and are available from www.mwldan.co.uk or by calling 01239 621200 between 12pm-8pm Tuesday to Sunday.