Graduate Feature
Fortunes in harmony As the nation celebrated the 70th anniversary of VE Day in May 2015, we met the West Midlands’ sweethearts who are making a name for themselves in a ‘new old-fashioned way’. Miss Fortunes are a female vocal harmony trio, comprising Miss Read, Miss Treat and Miss Chief – also known as Beth Berwick-Lowe, Rian Harris and Jen Lali – who provoke memories of a bygone age with their vintage-inspired performances and eclectic outfits. This year’s VE Day celebrations have led to a number of performance opportunities at 1940s-themed events, but over the past couple of years the group has brought their distinct retro sound and style to venues and events around the country.
“The name Miss Fortunes is a play on words – it’s sweet but has an edge,” says Jen. Rian goes on to explain: “We decided to call Beth Miss Treat because she’s sweet and innocent, but has a sting in her tail! The name Miss Chief was fitting for Jen because she means business and keeps the other Misses in order, but has a mischievous streak. Miss Read has a double meaning – I’m the redhead of the group and have a habit of being misunderstood!”
WLV Life Summer 2015
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