City Sounds 1994

Although Kyra had recorded numerous trial tracks for a number of writers by the time she was age 16, “City Sounds” showed to be the best opportunity for Recording experience. Despite the growing need to produce and record her own material, she accepted ‘Jonny Varcoe’s’ offer and in 1994 joined what would become “City Sounds.” Kyra co-wrote/produced an album of smooth dance tracks; she was pleased to find herself placed firmly in the Bristol music scene.

After spending 5 months in the studio, T.V Records released the debut single, “Sweet Paradise” into the independent chart along with a huge amount of promotional gigs including top Bristol Clubs like the ‘Fleece&Firkin’ renown for hosting up and coming bands; ‘Stringfellos’ London, ‘Ashton Court’ and ‘St Paul’s’ Festivals would all follow. HTV featured “City Sounds” on a 30-minute program where Kyra talked exclusively about the making of the album and the planned release of the single “East To West.”

“East To West” Kyra took solely under her wing and brought to it a sound so distinctive that it was hard to categorize. Despite Kyra’s intent on it being the ‘new’ sound, “East To West” did not get released however, the unique sound would ironically fit into place with today’s market. Kyra sang live selected tracks from the album over three other Television appearances and took interviews talking about the enjoyment being involved with an independent album. Despite it being fairly low budget, record sales hit the thousands and fans eagerly awaited the release of “East To West,” which was becoming the focus of much hype and good publicity for it’s powerful vocals and a musical style that can only now perhaps, be described as ‘Dido-Esque.’

“….it’s been a great project to work on and a great experience. I don’t really think they expected a 17yrs girl to be as dedicated and creative as I’ve been. This is what I’ve always wanted but lot’s more hard work will equal success and ‘East To West’ will get its time…and hopefully so will I.” K.Bernice 1994.