Charlie Dore

Lauded singer-songwriter of world-famous hits.

“Brave, poignant, entertaining, original” The Guardian ★★★★

Lauded songwriter, captivating performer, and endlessly curious creative mind

Charlie Dore’s songs have been hits for legends including George Harrison, Tina Turner, and Celine Dion, yet her live shows prove she keeps the best songs for herself. She blends eclectic contemporary folk with sharp storytelling, delivering performances that are poignant, witty, and moving.

With a career spanning 10 genre-defying albums, she has established herself as a hugely respected performer, songwriter and producer. 

Alongside Julian Littman, her multi-instrumental, actor-musician friend since drama school or double bass player Gareth Huw Davies, her duos create a unique atmosphere, instrument-swapping, story telling, fast-moving  yet relaxed and full of edgy humour. 

Currently writing her memoir, Background Noise, Charlie offers a glimpse into the life behind the songs—an insightful and entertaining reflection on a career that has seen her shape the music of others while staying true to her own artistry.

“Absolute gems of modern songwriting.” — Mike Harding

“Charlie Dore is one of this country’s finest songwriters, a poet with the keenest of eyes” – Americana UK

“This sublime album…earnest and witty, tender and cynical all at the same time… profound, moving and oddly haunting.”
RnR Magazine

“Subtle songs that pack a punch… absolute gems of modern songwriting”
Mike Harding

“Reaffirms her place as one of our most intelligent and erudite singer-songwriters”
Fatea Magazine

Festivals played: Glastonbury, Celtic Connections, Shrewsbury Folk, Beverley, Ventnor.

Spotify streams: 2m. Social media followers: 5k. BandsInTown: 3k. National/International awards won: 11.