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Imelda Mary Higham (born Imelda Mary Clabby),
professionally known as Imelda May, is an Irish musician, producer and singer-songwriter.
Born and raised in The Liberties area of Dublin, May began her career in music
at age sixteen—performing with a number of local bands and musicians— before
forming her own band in 2002. She released her debut studio album, No
Turning Back, in 2003 and relocated to London, United Kingdom with husband
and guitarist Darrel Higham after its release.
Although known primarily as
a singer, May also plays the bodhrán, guitar, bass guitar and tambourine.
Described as "a unique vocal talent," May is known for her musical
style of rockabilly revival and has also been compared to female jazz musicians
such as Billie Holiday. She won the Best Female Artist of the Year award at the
2009 Meteor Awards.
