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Where it all began: Avi first began singing live in "Johnny Walsh's Irish Pub", Lyon in 1996. She had just graduated from University College Dublin and came to France to teach English in College Victor Schoelcher . After only a few nights of singing in "Johnny Walsh's, she continued to perform full time in pubs, cafes and festivals wooing the French / Irish audiences for the following two years. She also availed of the opportunity to travel to Norway where she played in Trondheim and Steinkjer Return to Ireland: In 1999 Avi
decided to put her skills to the test on home ground, a challenge
she took even more seriously in Ireland, a
country which is reputable for its
wealth in music and talent. And you know what they say about finding it easier
to let go of inhibitions further away from home!!?? Well, she needed to 'feel
the fear' and do what she loves best...and that's singing! A qualified secondary
school teacher, Avi found herself back in a routine job and lifestyle ( paying
back all her debts!!!) enabling her to entertain at weekends mainly in Kilkenny,
Tipperary and Waterford while working on her album, No Alibis,
No Lies. |
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Recording Debut Album:In September 2002, after returning from a shortbackpacking holiday in Australia Avi began recording for her debut album " No Alibis, No Lies".Inspired by her adventures and experiences in Oz ," Less than a Second"( Track 3 ) has become one of her most popular songs on the album!!. Many attribute this to her unique style and a voice that exudes both a sense of enjoyment and deep emotion. In August 2003 Avi won first prize in the Midlands 103/ Smirnoff Ice Star Search where she was awarded 5,000 euro, studio time with Roseland Recording Studio, sales and promotion with Heartbeat City Records and primetime advertising on Midlands Radio 103. Launch of "No Alibis, No Lies" |
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