Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre

Lucca Mae - Sunday Evening Gig

Sun 31 May 2026 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Barnoldswick Music & Arts Centre


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Lucca Mae

A Sunday Evening Special - Doors 7.00pm - On Stage 8.30pm

Lucca Mae is a London-born singer-songwriter and performer emerging as one of the most compelling voices in the UK's contemporary soul and rock 'n' roll scene. With a rich, expressive vocal style and a growing catalogue of original songs, she has earned substantive praise from critics, musicians, and audiences alike as her live reputation continues to expand nationally and internationally.

Critical Recognition & Early Acclaim

From early in her career, Lucca Mae has drawn attention from industry veterans. Esteemed drummer Steve White (known for his work with Paul Weller and The Style Council) highlighted her importance to London's music community, saying, "As far as I'm concerned the London scene is Lucca Mae, Laurie Wright & The Molotovs." Alan White (drummer for Oasis) called her "Outstanding", expressing his desire to play drums on her album. Producer Tom Brenneck (Dunham Records) offered further affirmation of her talent, remarking on her voice and encouraging her to reach wider audiences.

Sound & Influences

Lucca Mae's sound is rooted in classic soul while flowing effortlessly across rock, blues, and jazz-tinged textures. Musically, she draws inspiration from icons such as Sam Cooke, Amy Winehouse, and Paolo Nutini, blending these influences into an authentic and fresh artistic voice. Her work often evokes the emotional resonance of soul traditions while embracing the spontaneous energy of live performance.

Live Performance & Touring

A formidable live performer, Lucca Mae has racked up sold-out shows across the UK, Australia, Canada, and Sweden, consistently attracting enthusiastic audiences. In addition to festival slots and headline dates, she has maintained a long-running weekly residency at the legendary Marquis in Covent Garden, further cementing her presence on the London live circuit.

Reviewers and local music critics have highlighted her commanding stage presence. At a show in Sheffield's Greystones Backroom, one critic wrote that her performance was "brilliant from start to finish", praising the warm, rich voice front and centre, "loads of versatility, great stage presence, and relaxed, easy banter with the crowd". Her interpretations of songs like Fleetwood Mac's "Oh Well" and her own latest single "Real Thing" were singled out as highlights. The review concluded she's "a stunning voice, a real presence, beautiful inside and out, and destined for bigger things."

At more intimate acoustic sets — such as her solo performances in Reading — presenters described her as "an absolute professional, original and talented musician, songwriter and performer," noting not only her vocal skills but also her accomplished guitar work and "nostalgic originality."

Artistic Growth & Community Impact

Lucca Mae's journey has spanned continents. Early in her career she lived and performed in Australia — including as lead vocalist for an Amy Winehouse tribute project — before moving on to Canada and eventually returning to the UK. This international experience has informed her stylistic range and deepened her connection with diverse audiences. In Spite Magazine

Her music and performance are increasingly recognised within artist communities, with peers and promoters frequently emphasising her unique combination of soul depth, lyrical authenticity, and commanding live dynamism.

Looking Ahead

With continuing tours, new music in development, and growing interest from collaborators both in the UK and internationally, Lucca Mae stands poised for her next chapter. Her work continues to attract attention not just for its technical strength, but for its emotional resonance and heartfelt engagement with audiences — qualities that mark her as a noteworthy and evolving artist in the world of modern soul and rock music.