Music has always been a huge part of my life. I grew up listening to sounds from the 1960s and fell in love with soul, Motown and the powerful voices that defined the era. My influences range from Aretha Franklin, stevie wonder, billy joel, Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey to modern artists such as Tori Kelly, Renee Rapp, Olivia Dean, RAYE and Sienna Spiro.
Music has always been a huge part of my life. I grew up listening to sounds from the 1960s and fell in love with soul, Motown and the powerful voices that defined the era. My influences range from Aretha Franklin, stevie wonder, billy joel, Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey to modern artists such as Tori Kelly, Renee Rapp, Olivia Dean, RAYE and Sienna Spiro.
I have always loved singing and have had regular vocal training, but severe stage fright once held me back from performing. During lockdown, and after a random near-death experience, I decided it was time to face my fears!
I have always loved singing and have had regular vocal training, but severe stage fright once held me back from performing. During lockdown, and after a random near-death experience, I decided it was time to face my fears!
I began auditioning for bands and went on to sing with both a Motown and soul band and an indie and pop band. Over almost five years, I have performed many gigs at pubs, festivals, weddings and live music venues. I have sung for packed crowds on stages large and small, as well as at more intimate acoustic events. Each performance has helped me build my confidence, develop my skills and overcome the nerves that once stopped me from stepping on stage.
I began auditioning for bands and went on to sing with both a Motown and soul band and an indie and pop band. Over almost five years, I have performed many gigs at pubs, festivals, weddings and live music venues. I have sung for packed crowds on stages large and small, as well as at more intimate acoustic events. Each performance has helped me build my confidence, develop my skills and overcome the nerves that once stopped me from stepping on stage.
Today, I perform with two cover bands (and take on dep opportunities) while also writing, releasing and performing my own original music. My sound blends soul and pop, bringing together the classic music I grew up with and the modern artists who inspire me today.
Today, I perform with two cover bands (and take on dep opportunities) while also writing, releasing and performing my own original music. My sound blends soul and pop, bringing together the classic music I grew up with and the modern artists who inspire me today.
I also perform with my own five-piece band. Our lively set combines my original songs with Motown favourites and soulful classics from the 1960s. It is a varied, energetic show designed to get people dancing while also creating space for the more personal stories behind my songs.
I also perform with my own five-piece band. Our lively set combines my original songs with Motown favourites and soulful classics from the 1960s. It is a varied, energetic show designed to get people dancing while also creating space for the more personal stories behind my songs.
BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey has supported my original music, and earlier this year, BBC Radio 1 presenter Jodie Bryant invited me to perform at The Ned in London. I have also performed at venues including The Boileroom in Guildford, ram jam records in Kingston, the Ivory Lounge in Reigate and Liqs club in Ashtead, and am due to perform at The Bedford in Balham (with another well-known London venue in December due to be announced soon!).
BBC Radio Sussex and Surrey has supported my original music, and earlier this year, BBC Radio 1 presenter Jodie Bryant invited me to perform at The Ned in London. I have also performed at venues including The Boileroom in Guildford, ram jam records in Kingston, the Ivory Lounge in Reigate and Liqs club in Ashtead, and am due to perform at The Bedford in Balham (with another well-known London venue in December due to be announced soon!).
Away from the stage, I am a full-time content editor, writing clinical/health information, and mum to two teenage daughters and a food-obsessed cocker spaniel. Life is busy, lively and rarely quiet, but music remains at the heart of everything I do!
Away from the stage, I am a full-time content editor, writing clinical/health information, and mum to two teenage daughters and a food-obsessed cocker spaniel. Life is busy, lively and rarely quiet, but music remains at the heart of everything I do!
My journey has taught me that it is never too late to face your fears and do the thing you love. After years of being afraid of the stage, I now feel completely at home on it, sharing my songs, connecting with audiences and enjoying every moment ❣️
My journey has taught me that it is never too late to face your fears and do the thing you love. After years of being afraid of the stage, I now feel completely at home on it, sharing my songs, connecting with audiences and enjoying every moment ❣️
