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S.E.L.
North London born S.E.L. has made it her vocation to take UK jazz and soul back to its grassroots. As a full-time member of UK soul collective Soul II Soul, S.E.L. has been mentored and worked with a whole host of notable soul and jazz singers. As such, she has now become renowned in the genre for her hypnotic, thought-provoking songwriting and soothing vocal style.
Biography
“Phenomenal! Think Corrine-Bailey Rae with sizzle”
Media2Radio
With several successful releases under her belt, S.E.L. is making waves within the UK jazz industry and has been tipped by a number of industry professionals as one to watch.
Thanks to her formidable vocals and specialist knowledge in jazz history, she has been highly sought after to work with greats across all genres of music. In 2005, S.E.L. began working with the UK’s very own living legend, Jazzie B and the movement that is Soul II Soul.
From jazz, reggae and pop to classical, soul, R&B and blues, the list of artists S.E.L. has worked with reads like a who’s who of world-renowned international music. Artists S.E.L. has worked with include Alicia keys, Omar, Debbie Harry, Caron Wheeler, Jocelyn Brown, George Nooks, Sanchez, Duncan James, Mica Paris, Carleen Anderson, Charlotte Kelly, Rose Windross, Kym Mazelle and countless others.
Determined to bring British soul music back to its grassroots, S.E.L. signed her first deal to Universal Records affiliate, Cubit Records releasing her debut single ‘Necessary’ to international acclaim. From Japan, China, South Africa, France and Canada to right here at home in the UK, S.E.L. is becoming known for her sultry vocals, her truly amazing songwriting talents and her down-to-earth demeanor.
S.E.L. is perfect for: Weddings, birthdays, corporate events, jazz events, music events, festivals, hotel and restaurant entertainment, awards ceremonies, galas, product launches, private functions
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“Enjoying the breathiness of S.E.L.’s vocal…Loving the vibe! It’s necessary for all soul lovers… ’Necessary’ sounds like Spring!”
JazzieB OBE
“Soul music, Jazz music, MUSIC needs voices like S.E.L. Beautiful!”
Roy ‘The Roach’ Marsh
“Soulful Emma Louise…an incredible voice”
Jazz FM
“Phenomenal! Think Corrine-Bailey Rae with sizzle”
Media2Radio
“S.E.L. is one of the best singers I ever worked with.”
Bjorn Johansson, Sweden Got Soul Records
“S.E.L.’s vocal tone is warm, the shimmery vibes and hypnotic melody of her debut ‘Necessary’ epitomises everything that is good about British soul at the moment’
Rachel Wakefield, Newsquest
