THE vibrant and versatile voice of Kiki Dee has always ensured her audiences have gone home longing for more.
On Saturday she is appearing at the Wharf, Tavistock in an evening that while acknowledging her musical past, embraces new musical innovations with original music exploring new directions.
Her impeccable vocal abilities have established her impressive credentials as a musician during a career which has spanned three decades.
Kiki has covered all bases — from classic interpretations of soul hits to a repertoire of live and recorded material which includes eight UK top 40 hits as well as masterful performances in major West End musicals.
It was in Bradford during the 1960's that Kiki began her career as a vocalist with a local dance band.
In 1964 her debut solo recording of the Mitch Murray song 'Early Night' led to a series of Phil Spector style tracks before Kiki moved on to cover contemporary US soul hits.
These skilful covers attracted the attention of Tamla Motown's executives and Kiki became the first European artist to be signed to the label.
On her visit to the Wharf she will be accompanied by guitarist Carmelo Luggeri.
They have been creating original music for the last few years.
The result is almost two hours of versatility that her chart years only hinted at.
Wharf box office: (01822) 611166.