A LOCAL STAR IS BORN

Barbados-born Sharon Brooks, affectionately known as ‘Shazzzzzaaaaa!!!!’ by her fans, is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, actor, and producer who has made a name for herself across the world. Her inspiring story of surviving cancer and relaunching her career on the movie and music scene has been an inspiration to many.

Sharon has been active in the music industry since she won the ‘National Richard Stoute Teen Talent Competition’ at the age of 16. She has worked with popular Caribbean bands such as Spice and Company and John King, as well as reggae and calypso legends like Beres Hammond and Machael Montano. After moving to Toronto, she worked as a lead vocalist with the jazz group Selective Collective and became a well-known performer in Montreal. She has collaborated with many big names in the industry, including Deborah Cox, Martha Wash, Jean Leloup, and Omar.

For over 12 years she has been the lead singer of Pocketlove, performing at numerous festivals and venues around the world, and especially locally at the Woodford Music Festival and the Caloundra Music Festival. She has opened for Australian legends Jon Stevens and Dragon, and her new band Mamma Funk, a personal project of hers, is renowned for their unique blend of funk, soul, and reggae. Sharon has also developed and produced DiscoTrain, a unique experience that transforms venues and takes patrons back to the disco era. Until Covid-19 arrived in 2020 and forced it to stop, the show had sold out crowds everywhere it went.

In 2019, Sharon received the devastating news that she had cancer, and underwent surgery to combat the disease. However, she refused to let cancer define her, and used her time in recovery to focus on her music and art. Her resilience and determination to overcome adversity has been a source of inspiration for many, and she continues to use her platform to promote cancer awareness and support others going through similar struggles.

In addition to her musical achievements, Sharon has also made a name for herself on the silver screen. She recently appeared in the Baz Luhrmann film Elvis, where she played one of the Sweet Inspiration Elvis back-up singers, showcasing her impressive acting skills as well as her incredible voice. She continues to take on new challenges and projects, and is truly a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.

Aside from her career accomplishments, Sharon is also a proud Australian citizen and a resident of the Sunshine Coast, where she has