Live:Reggae Songstress Irae Divine,Iyata,Sharon Musgrave

SHARON MUSGRAVE Born in England of Dominican parents, Sharon Musgrave is heavily influenced by her ancestral roots. As a singer/songwriter Sharon has traveled the world, her generous soulful sound is familiar throughout dance clubs in the UK and Europe. With the earthy heart of a goddess, she embraces inner beauty in her collaborative melodies and applies an ointment of peace and love over the painful discords of life. Musical influences include Mavis Staples, Sade, Stevie Wonder, Bob Marley, Joni Mitchell, Prince, Chaka Khan, Jill Scott, Natalie Cole, Nina Simone, Dinah Washington and Billy Holiday. Musgrave shot to prominence in the 90s with Grammy winner William Orbit (Madonna "Ray of Light") while collaborating on the Bass-O-Matic project. Together, they achieved international status with the hit "Fascinating Rhythm" (Virgin Records), co-written by Sharon. interview with UK's Record Mirror, Orbit threw accolades Sharon's way saying, "I don't have to worry about playing live when I've got Sharon on stage with me, because she's a consummate singer," adding "No worries, she's done it all. The studio's my home, the stage is hers!"

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