Julia Birkinshaw is a solo artist with a breathtaking ability to send shivers down your spine. She sings top jazz hits from ages past and present, bringing her own fresh, contemporary twist. With cool, cascading vocals and a commanding presence, on-stage Julia really brings sophistication and class to your jazz events.
This solo artist has become hugely popular both in the UK and the US, having gained critical acclaim. Her remarkable talent has proved a perfect fit for a number of event styles as well as for radio and television. Either side, she has become a prominent fixture at jazz clubs across the world. For erudite occasions and private parties, she can tailor her setlist and style to suit you.
In 2008, Julia released a Top-40 European single which led to a three-month tour of New York in 2010 as a solo artist. There, she had the opportunity to perform on stages that had been previously been graced by the likes of Miles Davis, Sarah Vaughan, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and Bruce Springsteen.
As a result of her performances, Julia became an emerging star in the states. Gaining critical acclaim she opened up further opportunities to tour the country and embarked on a brief tour of Miami, Washington and Los Angeles. Julia returned to the UK and headlined at Fulham’s exclusive Hurlingham Club.
Her international career as a solo artist shows no signs of slowing, as she has performed at the Baiser Sale Jazz Club in Paris and the Gaudi Park in Barcelona - two more venues of genuine prestige.
Julia’s act is hugely diverse and she will add a touch of elegance to any event. With genres spanning pop, country, jazz, blues and house music Julia can wheel off classics from a wide range of styles - making her the perfect choice for you.
Audiences will be stunned by Julia’s remarkable talent and they may even recognise some of her original tracks that have been given substantial airtime on Radio 1. She has also written music for other high-profile solo artists, including a song for Leona Lewis.
Fabulously captivating and magnificently talented, Julia is a live-wire when her vocals are let-loose and she is allowed to wander a venue with her radiant charm.
