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KEY POINTS

Background: Oldest of four girls, raised by a young mother who struggled with addiction. Took on caretaker role early in life, finding solace and self-expression through music. Mother recently achieved sobriety and is reconnecting with her art.

Musical Style: R&B/Soul singer-songwriter from Shoreline, Washington, focused on creating empowering music that advocates for women and encourages emotional expression.

Professional Experience: Emerging artist who has faced industry challenges, including a negative experience with a producer. Has performed live with some success, including a sold-out headline show.

Current Situation: Works in sales, earning $20k-50k annually with under $10k from music. Independent artist without professional representation, registered with a performing rights society.

Project Status: Near completion of an EP, with a few remaining tracks to record. Features collaboration with artist Dave Shanaé on track "Juke."

Technical Plan: Aims to complete professional recording and release across all platforms, with plans to pursue sync placements. Values collaborative work with producers who can enhance creative vision.

Marketing Strategy: Detailed four-phase plan from February through Summer 2025, including content creation, social media campaign, influencer collaboration, and coordinated release schedule.

Business Understanding: Demonstrates growing knowledge of distribution, sync placements, and industry dynamics. Surrounded by mentors providing guidance on business aspects.

Impact Potential: Aspires to create stability for family (particularly autistic nephew), fairly compensate collaborators, and establish connections in LA while breaking new ground for Seattle's music scene.

QUOTES

"The world has become so accustomed to overlooking art, getting caught up in the nine-to-five grind, and it often feels like everyday life takes away from creativity. So to have a fund dedicated to helping artists like myself create is truly beautiful."

"What I value most about working with a producer is their creative vision and the way they help bring my ideas to life. I might plant a small seed of an idea, and they have the ability to grow it into something so beautiful that I never could have imagined on my own."