Live and talented with: Rachel Burns By Bakita ‘Masala’ Kasadha
It is time to discover the number of talented acts, who haven’t yet reached radio stations and the music charts. Searching for them needn’t be long when channels of communication include social media and word of mouth. Why wait for the DJs to tell you where the talent is, when you could just discover it for yourself? Be ahead, be there as the artists are shaping their style and developing their voices. On Saturday 4th May, I had the pleasure of discovering the voice of Rachel Burns, during a live debating event that also incorporated live music and other talent. The night included three performances but for me, Rachel Burns’ was the most memorable. Forcing me to take to twitter and (sing) her praises. Rachel Burns, 21, from North London is currently studying part-time at a drama school. Describing her own sound as a “dash of soul and jazz”, Rachel Burns has brilliantly interpreted a variety of influences and genres to create a mesmerising sound. On the night, she performed three songs, Miguel’s All I Want Is You, Sam Sparro’s Black and Gold and an original entitled Real Me. Her sound is truly distinctive, and because of this, she was able to make Black and Gold her own. I actually preferred her cover to the original. Through her covers, she expressed her strong identity, not only making the song her own with ease, but by skilfully making those who listened, forget that the song was indeed a cover! With her original, Real Me, Rachel Burns proved herself not only a talented vocalist, but credible creative artist. Writing since she was 15 years of age, Rachel has recently finished the song which focuses on self-perception and empowerment, conveying the important message: ‘Don’t judge me by your standards, I’ve got my own.’ Rachel is currently under Hoxton Street Management and is concentrating on developing her sound and identity as a solo artist, after years of appearing as part of backing vocals and in a choir. Over the past year, Rachel has been finding her independence and voice, and will be continuing on the same vein by being an attendee at a writing camp in the near future. Be patient, you may not find many links to her recorded performances, but when you hear of her performing, take the chance. It was a pleasure, Rachel. If you are still at the developing stages, let the world be ready for the future and established you!
Rachel Burns | Sensational Vocalist | Developing Artist | Twitter: @RachieSoul urban revolution
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