Imelda Mary Higham (born 10th July 1974, Dublin, Ireland), known as Imelda May and previously as her maiden name Imelda Clabby, is an Irish female vocalist from the Liberties area of Dublin City.Imelda May specializes in Rockabilly music, she has a repertoire of covers and self-penned songs. In 2003, Imelda released "No Turning Back" under her maiden name Imelda Clabby, which has been rerecorded and reissued under her current name.
Personal life
She is married to band member Darrel Higham. Her sisters are Edel Foy and Maria O'Reilly and her brothers Brendan Clabby and Fintan Clabby. She has one dog and speaks with a distinct Dublin accent. She currently spends her time residing in London, United Kingdom and Dublin, Ireland.
Performances with other artists
Imelda has shared the stage with Alison Moyet, Dionne Warwick, Bryan Ferry, Anastasia, The Supremes, Sister Sledge, Scissor Sisters,The Dubliners, Madeleine Peyroux, Matt Bianco, Elvis Costello, Jools Holland, Jeff Beck and Elton John. She didn't actually share the stage with Costello but has reported sharing a toilet with him on one occasion. During a show with Elton John she has said she watched from over a balcony. She also spent four years as a vocalist in Mike Sanchez's seven-piece rhythm and blues band[3]. In 2009, Imelda recorded the official Children In Need single alongside Cara Dillon, Sir Terry Wogan, Hayley Westenra and others at Abbey Road Studios. She also made an appearance with louis walsh on the late late show.
Discography singles
- 2009 : "Johnny Got A Boom-Boom"
- 2009 : "Big Bad Handsome Man"
- 2005 : No Turning Back (Foot Tapping Records) [as Imelda Clabby]
- 2008 : Love Tattoo (Ambassador Records/Universal)
- 2009 : No Turning Back [re-release]
- Imelda May - Vocals / Bodhrán
- Al Gare - Double Bass / Bass Guitar
- Steve Rushton - Drums
- Darrel Higham - Guitar
- Dave Priseman - Trumpet / Flugelhorn / Percussion / Guitar
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