Lindsay Dracass rose to national prominence in 2001 when, as a 16-year-old schoolgirl from Sheffield, she became the UK’s entrant for the Eurovision Song Contest. Her journey to the international stage began at just 13, when she was discovered by Alan Wood and directed to Alan Kirk’s recording studio. The demos recorded there caught the attention of Peter Van Hooke, who signed Lindsay to his production company and secured her a record deal with Universal Records.
Lindsay’s big break came through BBC One’s A Song for Europe, where her powerful vocals and stage presence secured her place as the UK representative for Eurovision 2001. Performing “No Dream Impossible” at the Parken Stadium in Copenhagen, she took the stage as the sixteenth act among twenty-three countries. While the UK placed fifteenth overall with 28 points, the song became a fan favourite and charted at number 32 on the UK Singles Chart. It marked the beginning of a lasting musical legacy for Lindsay.
Following Eurovision, Lindsay continued her music career by joining Paul Carrack’s band, performing on tours across the UK and Europe. Notably, she supported The Eagles on their Long Road Out of Eden tour in 2009. Her solo efforts didn’t go unnoticed either, her debut album, Waiting for You, was released in 2019, produced at Sheffield’s Steelworks Studios with songs written by Julian Jones. The album's lead single, Not Mine, was released in November 2019, and her Eurovision classic “No Dream Impossible” was re-released digitally in April 2020.
Lindsay also made a memorable appearance on BBC One’s Saturday night show All Together Now, showcasing her enduring passion for live performance. After taking a break to start a family, Lindsay is back on stage, performing as a self-contained solo act. Her setlist features stunning renditions of diva classics and crowd favourites, from Dusty Springfield and Whitney Houston to Sam Smith, all delivered with her signature down-to-earth charm. With a career that began in her teens and continues to evolve, Lindsay Dracass remains a cherished voice in British pop and a proud part of the UK’s Eurovision history.
