Voodoo Rooms
Edinburgh 5 / 11/ 2023
Rosie Sullivan is one of Scotland’s breakthrough artists of recent times. Formerly from the Isle of Lewis on the west coast, Rosie is now based in the capital city Edinburgh, where she has been working and collaborating on her musical journey. With a band of talented and merrie musicians by her side, Rosie has created a loyal and devoted fan-base stretching to all the corners of the UK.
With the beautifully written “So It Is” debut single now firmly under her belt, Rosie is embarking on a live tour to promote up and coming new EP, “In My Nature,” and brought her show to the iconic and magical Edinburgh venue, The Voodoo Rooms, for a fireworks display of her back catalogue and newly released material.
Growing up on the Isle of Lewis with her 5 dogs was a massive influence on her style of music, with beautifully layered lyrics to top it off, no doubt inspired by the tranquil and mind blowing scenery surrounding her. Rosie’s childhood must have been full of lyrical diaries and dreams of turning her words into little songs of warmth and love. Cosy nights by a log fire with acoustic guitar in hand must hold many a memory for Rosie and the people of the Isle of Lewis.
After many a year in Edinburgh it appears Rosie has found her well deserve recognition within the central belts music scene. Pulling in big crowds to her shows has been a long time coming and it was a joy to see a near full house for her Edinburgh gig. Having beautifully crafted and sculptured songs such as “Chapters,” “Fragments, “Expectations,” and the newest release on the block “Timeless”, Rosie has been able to turn a different corner by incorporating her soft silky smooth voice into thought provoking masterpieces.
Every song has her own sprinkling of traditional folk music that brings a meditative state of mind to her listeners. Music can encourage the human feelings that make us feel safe and at peace and Rosie does this in abundance. Projecting a voice that is heartwarming and honest with every word sung, Rosie obviously holds much love for her beloved homeland, Scotland.
Rosie evocates all that is Scottish; her connection to the hills, glens and shores of home are so evident in her lyrics. If music could turn the darkness into light, then Rosie is the one to do it. Life is for the living, dreams are for the dreamers, hope is for the hoping and love is for the loving are just a mere example of Rosies impeccable writing skills. Touching on a huge expanse of human feelings is definitely an area of lyrical exploration that Rosie has recognized well.
When a gig that is an hour long goes by in an instance you know it was well executed. Rosie is an amazing, true, unique and deeply honest singer songwriter in her own right and her voice says it all… a beautiful night in the company of the beautiful artist Rosie H Sullivan… at the Voodoo Rooms Edinburgh on Guy Fawkes Night. Perfect !!
Raymond Speedie
Mumble Music 