TRACK REVIEW: Hayley McKay – Saviour On A Hill

Durham-born Hayley McKay returns from a tour of the United States with the anthemic single Saviour On A Hill. Her vocals are backed up by a gospel choir to produce an otherworldly performance, which never seems to become overwrought. Powerful vocals keep the classic country instrumental from seeming clichéd, and the story of a woman meeting a cowboy and their decision to leave their “sleepy town” is beautifully told.

On the evidence of this single it’s apparent why Hayley has received such accolades as UK Entertainer of the Year and International Single of the Year for her track Wild West. The song is perfectly mastered by Pete Maher, who has previously worked with U2 and The Killers, lending a powerful and experienced hand to this expressive single.