Biography Poet, Songwriter/MC, YVONNE AKEBA was born in London, Uk. Dubbed The Dynamo of Creative Expression by those who have seen her perform. Be warned, you will not leave one of her shows without feeling moved in some way. Her energy is infectious, her smile exudes Love... Writing Poetry and Songs seriously from the age of 12, these are just two aspects of her talent. With appearances as a dancer as part of the Caribbean Cultural Organisation on TV AM in her youth. Fashion Designer, Hairstylist. As an Artiste she does it all. Not one for labels, she simply states Im just being me, documenting my journey along the way, with the hope of connecting Soul to Soul. Music to me is like food, an integral part of life. I am an eclectic listener and appreciate music that tells you a story and evokes emotion. I write poems and songs whenever Im inspired and life continuously inspires me. Summer 2010 began with a collaboration with Kings Zai and a return to the stage for YVONNE AKEBA. With performances in The Gambia, West Africa. Winter 2011 progressed with the release of her Debut single Hes a Man on 30/10/11 and was celebrated with a performance at Poetry in Motion, in London UK. A collaboration with Sparkling Black and performances in The Gambia, West Africa followed, which included The Ariwa Back to Africa Festival , in January 2012. 2013 opens with a performance by Yvonne Akeba at SOUL CONNECTION in London Uk 10/02/13. Now 2014 Opened with a performance at Open Minds 4, the FLY album launch party, and will see the beginning of the US tour. The digital release of her debut album is on 25th July 2014. Limited edition signed copies are now available from her website: yvonneakeba
Posted on: Wed, 25 Jun 2014 15:44:42 +0000