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Spirit (Alt Mix) - 2021

Rezonatz - "A Music Blog"

July 14, 2021

I first came across Maryen some 30 years ago when she had returned to the UK from the Australia where she had grown up. After being back for some 11 years she headed back to Australia, releasing some incredible albums, before deciding to head north again and make her home in Guernsey. One of the consequences of this relocation from the Southern to the Northern hemisphere, which was soon followed by all the restrictions caused by Covid, has been ongoing deep solitary introspection and self-reflection. This period of introspection has resulted in this delicate ballad, with gentle piano and some acoustic guitar, all recorded by Maryen at home before being sent to her long-time producer and mentor Chris Kimsey to add the finishing touches.

When I first heard ‘The Pictures Within’ I was blown away by the wonderful vocals and range of this incredible talent, and all these years later she still has the power to capture and entrance. This is the second single of the year, and I can only hope that this means we are moving towards a new album as it has been way too long since ‘Come To Me’. There is no rush here, and in some ways feels as if it belongs in a Church, such is the feeling of communion which comes with this. The only way to listen to this is to concentrate deeply when it is on headphones as it is the only way to really savour the inner strength and beauty of this remarkable song.
8/10 Kev Rowland

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House Of Prog

17 November 2019

"she allows her vocals to soar and the electric guitar break is quite superb as it transforms the piece.

Overall this is a more varied album than ‘Femina Australis’, yet still manages to retain her roots, so she uses a steel when the time is right, or a violin, and plenty of piano and warm fretless bass. It is again the album of a mature artist who is confident in her ability and songwriting skills. She can put an edge on her vocals, or just lift them up showing her soprano range, or let it come down lower to provide more emotion. Lyrics are incredibly important to Cairns, and each song really is a story in its own right"

- Kev Rowland

House Of Prog

17 November 2019

"The album is like a history lesson put to music, and I haven’t come across anything quite like this before."

"overall it is an incredible piece of work, and “Welcome To Country” in particular is incredibly infectious and easy to sing along with. This is the work of an artist who has matured and changed over the years."

Cheers To The Vikings

27th September 2019

This new catchy song ‘Steam’ from Maryen Cairns and produced by Chris Kimsey, not only demands your attention for being as creative as it is… but it didn’t take much before we fell head over heels in love with her voice. Maryen Cairns might just be one of our favorite artists this month.

With Just A Hint Of Mayhem

14th September 2019

Maryen’s voice is strong and has the timbre of a more rock-influenced Karen Carpenter and at times reminds me of Roseanne Cash. If I had to describe her style I would say softer rock with a smattering of folk influence, but that would be blinkered, it is simply great music. “Steam” definitely makes me want to hear more from Maryen.

WE LOVE THAT . de - 26 February 2019

Single - Come To Me - Maryen cairns

“Her voice is very special and you have to love her… reminiscent of old warriors, such as Tori Amos or Kate Bush”

ABC Perth - David P. Weber

26th August 2016

"One of the nation's notably unique releases in 2016"

Rhythms - Australia's Roots Music Magazine July/August 2016

Rhythms - Australia's Roots Music Magazine July/August 2016

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Altmedia - Sarah Pritchard

8th September 2016

"They are feminist but they are not angry, they are sad in tone and hopeful. They are filled with those who have kept their strength, their hope and their faith in people despite the surrounding circumstances.

Uplifting and soothing, folksy and lyrical, the  compilation of short stories are pleasant to listen to and interesting to think about when they are finished."

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