Singer-songwriter Shady Blue is one of the hottest new talents to emerge from the London music scene. Her unique vocal style blends the best of Soul/R&B/Jazz and Afro (her native African sound) forming music that will truly inspire generations. She teams up with various producers and songwriters to create a new unique sound – Soulful Afrocentic Jazz. Shady Blue has been compared to a diverse range of artists, from Anita Baker to Sade Adu, From Jill Scott to Eryka Badu, from Norah Jones to Dido, from Alicia Keys to Rhian Benson to Viviene Green. Shady was born and raised in Nigeria, West Africa to a Nigerian – Yoruba father and bi-racial mother (half Ghanaian and half English) and moved to London as a teenager. During her early years, she was influenced by her father’s music - a renowned Jazz musician/producer in Nigeria & Atlanta. At the tender age of six (6) Shady started singing at her local church, when 8, became lead singer of the church choir. She delivered exceptional three part-harmonies and captured audiences with her soothing voice and wide vocal range (Alto, soprano and tenor). Shady Blue is not only a talented vocalist, but also writes; co-produces and arranges her music with instrumentation alongside producers. With her sultry looks, unique style, infectious charm and dedication, she is destined to become one of the biggest stars emerging from the UK music scene. This talented lady has always been very passionate about music from a very tender age. Her family home was a place of music and has always had a desire to become a great singer and musician. Shady Blue is inspired by artists and bands such as Michael Jackson, Incognito, (Earth, Wind & Fire), Rhian Benson, Fela Kuti, Alicia Keys, Anita Baker, Jill Scott, Eryka Badu, George Benson, Prince, Maxwell, Lisa Lisa, Whitney Houston, Ella Fitzgerald, , Sade Adu, Boyz II Men, Madonna and many more. Shady Blue performs regularly with her 4-piece band. For updates please log on to www.shadyblue.com . Think of Maxwell, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott fused with some Sexiness, Soul, R&B, Jazz, Funk & Afro-Beat – Definition of Shady Blue. Singer-songwriter Shady Blue is one of the hottest new talents to emerge from the London music scene. Her unique vocal style blends the best of Soul/R&B/Jazz and Afro (her native African sound) forming music that will truly inspire a generation. She teams up with various producers and songwriters to create a new unique sound – Afro-centric Soulful Jazz. Shady Blue has been compared to a diverse range of artists, from Anita Baker to Sade Adu, From Jill Scott to Eryka Badu, from Norah Jones to Dido, from Alicia Keys to Rhian Benson to Viviene Green. Shady Blue was nominated for 4 music awards in 2009 & won 3 of them stated below: - The WIEE (Women in Entertainment and Arts Awards) UK 2009: Best Female Singer – Took place in London on the 27th February 2009. - The NYAA (Nigerian Young Achievers Awards)UK 2009: Best Female Music Act – Took place in London on the 20th August 2009 - The BEFFTA (Black Entertainment, Film, Fashion, Television and Arts Awards) UK 2009: Best Female Act (UK-Africa) – Took place in London on the 17th October 2009 - Shady Blue was also Nominated for the AMAs (African Music Awards) UK 2009 in the ‘New UK Artist’ category. hady Blue is not only a talented vocalist, but also writes, co-produces and arranges her music with instrumentation alongside producer Kayo. With her sultry looks, unique style, infectious charm and hard work, she is destined to become one of the biggest stars emerging from the UK music scene. ccomplishments: Shady regularly performs to large audiences, local clubs, musical piers and appears regularly on National TV. Shady Blue exudes confidence and style. • Church Choir at age 6 • Was a member of a 10-piece modern gospel group called Citizen K • Was also a member of an Afro Hip-Hop Group called JJC & 419 Squad • Was the lead singer of her girl group called Quali-tee which she founded • Was a session backing singer for many years and appeared with well known artists on CDUK, Top of the Pops, The Parkinson’s Show… • Performed at the MOBO Awards with Citizen K • Performed at the Nigerian Carnival 2007 (30,000 people) • Performed at well known venues such as the The Royal Albert Hall, The Royal Opera House, The Alexandra Palace, Oceans The Afro Hair & Beauty Show, Afro Hollywood Awards, Various Jazz Bars in London, Various Beauty Pageants, Sound Bar & Café, Support act to well-known artists… Shady also performs with her dancers Deyna aka Bubblez, Shakira aka Shakz.
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