ITC09: Sophie Madeline @ Bar 38

On paper Sophie Madeline sounds very twee, and indeed from the songs we had heard in advance too. Live she is even better, gentle yet soulful vocals, endearing lyrics backed with soulful 60s harmonies. She has a very easy stage presence, which makes you feel as if you are sat in her front room listening to her play songs for her own pleasure. Quite reminiscent of Feist, but aided by nice 'ooohs' and 'boohwaps' from her band.

She's also very pretty.