Mythic Rave Meets Celtic Ritual: Multi-instrumentalist and award-winning songwriter Melissa Cox conjures a one-woman storm of Irish and Scottish tradition, tribal beats, and celestial synths to create an ethereal, danceable Celt-tronic dream.
Using her looping pedal like a DJ’s desk, she layers tin whistle, electric mandolin, piano, synths, drum beats, and her haunting voice to create performances reminiscent of Enigma, Enya, and Loreena McKennitt. A seasoned touring artist and classically trained vocalist, she pushes Celtic and World music into the 21st century with raw energy and fearless, honest lyrics.
In June 2024, Melissa’s 12th album MATRIOTISM was the 14th most played album on the syndicated ambient/electronic radio show Echoes (echoes.org), playing on over 150 radio stations across the United States. When she is not touring, she operates a boutique recording studio for emerging artists and coaches the next generation of vocalists. Melissa performs solo, or as a duet with Erin Flynn (violin, bodhran, vocals, tin whistle).
“A true fusion of our Celtic heritage with the future.” - Celtica Radio On Demand
“Cox sounds like a cross between Loreena McKennitt and Jefferson Airplane’s Grace Slick.” - Sing Out! Magazine
“A swirling, medieval hip hop” - Columbus UWeekly
“Wow! Powerful!” - Gene Shay, The Folk Show, 88.5 FM WXPN Philadelphia
“Powerful, melodic vocals… thoughtful lyrics.” - Honolulu Weekly