“How can we not be overwhelmed by this woman who stands dignified, powerful, majestic, when she sings Standing Tall? How can we not be amazed by the intelligence and strength of a woman capable of saying that she does things for herself from now on? And a few moments later, I laugh with her, as she radiates hope and the joy of living. It's the kind of concert that is with strong, clear-cut, powerful emotions. I've done nothing more than sit and listen, but I'm exhausted. Exhausted, but fulfilled”.

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Kaz Hawkins is a musician who combines blues, folk, soul, and jazz with her unique Celtic rhythms rooted in her homeland of Belfast.

The talented singer-songwriter hailing from Ireland, has captured the hearts of music lovers worldwide with her emotionally compelling songs. Signed to the esteemed Dixiefrog Records in Paris, France,

Kaz has made a name for herself by her fiery and sassy performances. Although Kaz has garnered much acclaim for her commanding vocals in the blues and jazz scene in Europe, it is her unique style that resonates deeply with both her loyal fan base and new listeners alike.

Kaz infuses her songs with captivating storytelling alongside an ability to create a musical experience matched only by her commitment to shedding light on pressing social concerns. Through her music, she fearlessly addresses issues such as domestic violence, mental health, and drug addiction.

With emotive lyrics that touch the depths of the listener's soul, Kaz uses her platform to ignite empathy, encourage dialogue, and inspire change. Her personal back story provides a powerful backdrop captivating audiences with her raw honesty and unwavering integrity.

Soulful vocals, coupled with her talents as a songwriter has secured her a place among her peers in Europe. In an ever-changing musical landscape, Kaz stands tall as an artist who effortlessly marries genres, bridging the gap between the familiar and the uncharted.

Kaz currently lives rural and off the beaten track near the city of Limoges, France.

PRESS QUOTES

“A Militant, committed, woman of convictions, Kaz Hawkins sings superbly and this disc (Until We Meet Again) is recommended 5 stars in the eyes" Songazine, France.

“A unique voice”  Rolling Stone Magazine , France

“Inspired by folk and Afro-American traditions, the now fifty-year-old makes a positive assessment of her existence and the hardships she has gone through” FNAC France

“Sometimes all it takes is a few piano notes, a text on edge and an extraordinary voice to capsize the heart of the most hardened of chroniclers” (My Life And I)

Music Waves, France

"When you discover her voice, you immediately find yourself on the banks of the Mississippi, in the streets of Clarksdale or Memphis, Yet Kaz Hawkins was born in Northern Ireland" Couleurs Jazz, France.

“Her charismatic lyrical singing is marked by a remarkable emotional intensity coloured by a tone of voice that can be as powerful, angry and hoarse, as tender and touching and intensely alive. Radio TamTam, France

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