Nigerian soul-pop singing sensation Asa: powerful vocals and stirring melodies soar above funky rhythms

NEW ALBUM: Beautiful Imperfection (Naïve) 2010

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BIOGRAPHY:

“New album, new Asa”

"With new found confidence", this is how singer, songwriter and musician Asa describes her new album, Beautiful Imperfection, set for release on October 25 through naïve record label.

Following on from her self-titled debut album, released worldwide in 2007, the Nigerian songstress Asa personifies evolution with her sophomore effort. “The first album reflected my state of mind then” Asa says. “I had a lot to talk about – social and political issues. This time, I felt different: I wanted to create something that would help people come out of sad moods and feel uplifted.”

Born in Paris and returning to her family’s home in Lagos, Nigeria at the age of two, Asa found herself dreaming from an early age. As the only girl in a family of four, living in an African city that was both vibrant and turbulent, young Asa often sought solace in her thoughts. With a vivid imagination and dreams of musical stardom, she would often take to an imaginary stage with her imaginary microphone and perform to her imaginary audience.

Growing up listening to a diverse range of music from artists including Fela Kuti, Bob Marley, Michael Jackson and Lauryn Hill, these influences all played their part when Asa began to forge her own musical path.

Asa’s debut album met recognition worldwide and was supported by an extended tour - including Europe, North America, Africa and Japan. Asa also received support from musical greats such as Lenny Kravitz, Katie Melua or Angelique Kidjo who invited her to perform duets on various occasions.

Armoured with a strong sense of self and restored happiness, Asa is ready to make her mark again.

"BEAUTIFUL IMPERFECTION" out from 25 OCT, 2010 in Europe (naïve)