The Northern Irish musician, who blends electronica with folk and the spirit of country music, delivered a highly personal set in her first visit to Brighton.

The singer-songwriter showcased a number of songs from her latest album Awake but Always Dreaming which evolved from her efforts to communicate with her grandmother in the last stages of Alzheimer’s. The songs were interesting, surreal and atmospheric, harking back to Brian Eno and occasionally veering from country into the psychedelic.

Peel provided most of the background sounds and rhythm on keys and synthesiser while drummer Daisy May pulled everything together with a performance that was understated but central to the overall effect. She is an outstanding player.

This was more a performance to be enjoyed from a sitting room or conservatoire than a Brighton pub and the music hinged on some fine melodies and attractive harmonies. Interesting, thought-provoking, but always easy to listen to.

It is not a sound to get you off your feet dancing in the aisles but is still enough to grab and keep your attention. A multitalented performer with promise for the future.