KingFast
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KingFast brings his infectious energy and soulful pop sound to Ghillie Dhu in Edinburgh. This Liverpool-based solo artist and guitarist has built a reputation for captivating live performances across the UK's most prestigious festivals, from Edinburgh Fringe to Liverpool Sound City. With Stevie Wonder-inspired vocals and a beaming stage presence, KingFast delivers a dynamic fusion of pop, soul, R&B and beyond that simply demands your attention. Expect a night of stunning looped guitar work paired with passionate, technically accomplished vocals. KingFast's eclectic repertoire draws from decades of musical influence—70s through to the present day—creating a setlist that keeps audiences hooked from start to finish. Whether you're a soul enthusiast, pop lover, or simply after an evening of genuinely uplifting live music, this is a performance not to miss.
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KingFast is a Jamaican born and Belfast raised solo artist. Some more notable performances include Liverpool International Music Festival, Cannes (during the film festival), Edinburgh Fringe, Nantwich Jazz Festival, Liverpool Sound City and Aintree Racecourse for Ladies Day. Since winning Merseyrail SoundStation KingFast’s audience has grown greatly and his sound developed. It is very apparent upon listening to KingFast’s music that there is a fusion of several genres but seemingly most prominent is a cross between Pop and Soul. In 2021 KingFast returned for the final Threshold Festival and debuted at Elderflower Fields Festival. 2022 sees KingFast debuting at Brighton Fringe. “a solo singer and guitarist who packs in considerable energy and geniality to his shows. You’d have to be one very seriously miserable so and so, not to be hooked in by his Stevie Wonder-style vocals, along with that beaming, infectious smile of his.” Getintothis “A melting pot of pop, soul and hip-hop awaits listeners of Kingfast’s… Kingfast’s delivery is passionate and technically more than capable.” Reyt Good Magazine “Stunning looped guitar acrobatics and soulful pop numbers.” Bido Lito “Wow, what a voice... very soulful.” Dave Monks (BBC Introducing Merseyside)
