Midland Vibes

Eddi Reader is bringing her unmistakable voice back to stages across England this October, with a run of intimate performances celebrating a career that has continually bridged folk, pop and traditional Scottish music. From Manchester to Ulverston, the tour offers audiences plenty of opportunities to experience one of Britain’s most distinctive and enduring musical talents live.

Best known as the frontwoman of Fairground Attraction, whose 1988 hit Perfect became an enduring pop classic, Reader has spent decades establishing an acclaimed solo career that stretches far beyond her early chart success. Her performances combine warmth, spontaneity and a remarkable ability to make every song feel personal, whether revisiting familiar favourites or drawing on the rich folk traditions that have shaped her musical journey.

Liverpool’s Tung Auditorium welcomes her on Sunday 18 October, with the tour then moving into its final stretch later the following week. On Thursday 22 October, she performs at The Garrick Theatre in Lichfield, followed by Bath Pavilion on Friday 23 October. Leeds’ Howard Assembly Rooms hosts the penultimate performance on Saturday 24 October, before the tour concludes at The Coro in Ulverston on Sunday 25 October.

Across these dates, audiences can expect the qualities that have made Reader such a treasured presence on the British music scene: a voice capable of conveying tenderness and exuberance in equal measure, an instinctive understanding of a song’s emotional heart, and a musical curiosity that has never stood still. Her solo recordings have explored an impressive range of styles, while her work with Fairground Attraction remains a defining chapter in British pop history.



Yet Reader’s enduring appeal lies in more than nostalgia. Her ability to move effortlessly between contemporary songwriting and traditional material has helped her build a body of work that feels both timeless and continually evolving. Whether performing in a historic chapel, an intimate theatre or a celebrated concert venue, she brings an unmistakable individuality to the stage.

With 12 dates spanning the north, south and east of England, this October tour is a welcome opportunity to catch an exceptional performer in a live setting. For long-standing fans and newcomers alike, Eddi Reader’s performances promise an evening of beautifully crafted songs, musical storytelling and a voice that remains as captivating as ever.

For all tickets, visit her official website.