‘Wow is the word. [Lydia] is magic onstage… An artist who truly restores your faith in music’ – Clear Springs Entertainment
‘Gorgeous melodies and soft sweet songs… a beautiful performance... A very good start to hopefully a long, successful career’ - MediaSearch
‘She packs them in!’ - Manchester Lane entertainment guide
Since launching her debut EP 'Hibiscus January' to a full house at the East Brunswick Club in October 2007, Lydia Phillips has made a name for herself as an exceptional folk/pop singer-songwriter. Her lush, moody songs carry an intensity that thrives onstage.
Lydia has performed extensively in Victoria at city venues including Manchester Lane, The Cornish Arms, East Brunswick Club, The Empress and The Retreat. She has held residencies and performed at festivals in regional Victoria and regularly plays at private functions. She performed solo in the USA in 2005.
Lydia's pop/rock track ‘Please’ was featured on Hollywood label 272 Records’ ‘Acoustika Vol 8’ compilation, released globally in 2008. Lydia is currently writing new songs for her next recording, due to be released in 2010.
Lydia has supported many touring artists including Ann Vriend (CANADA), The Yearlings (SA) and Emma Dean (QLD). She has shared the stage with talented local performers including Monique Brumby, Sime Nugent, Alanna and Alicia Egan, Kate Vigo and Young Werther.
Her debut EP 'Hibiscus January' has received airplay on Triple R, PBS FM and SYN FM, where she has also performed live.
Please see 'Old Gigs' for listings of past shows.