Reviews

"What a great songwriter Jamie Kay is. Each of his songs are emotional and tell an inspiring and sometimes sad story. His guitar playing is tasty and his personality is bright. A highlight of the evening came when Jamie introduced the cafe to his 11 year old son Michael who sang with conviction and proper intination. The final ingredient of this show was when Jamie brought up Karen Heroy to join everyone on a few beautiful tunes. Everyone was in the pocket and wonderful. I highly recommend Jamie Kay to anyone wanting to spend some romantic quiet time with someone special..."

. . . . Funky Bean Cafe, Buchanan, NY

"Benmarl Winery’s evening Songwriter Series continues with singer Jamie Kay. "[He] keeps music alive”, says Pete Seeger. Singer, songwriter and guitarist, Jamie Kay is a self-taught musician who blends jazz and pop acoustical styles. He performs regularly throughout the Hudson Valley region, in Connecticut, and most recently in New York City at Kenny’s Castaways. “Dadman”, his CD, released in 2002, reveals his range and story-telling talents. By weaving together his perspectives as father, lover, worker, wonderer and person, Jamie draws upon life’s shared struggles and takes his listeners on journeys of the heart, mind and spirit. A native of Connecticut, Jamie Kay resides in the historic section of Newburgh, NY, with his wife, Karen Heroy, whose clear voice and beautiful harmonies embellish thoughtful and engaging songs..."

. . . . Benmarl Wineries, Milton, NY