Ola Onabule

One of the most exciting singers on the jazz/soul circuit, Ola combines the sophistication of modern soul music with the power of his African roots. A charismatic vocalist, Ola has put together a set of brilliant original material alongside classic soul and R&B songs, captivating his audiences in a show that is full of passion, joy and humour. Having performed with some of America’s finest soul and jazz artists including Diane Reeves, Gladys Knight, Al Jarreau, Patti Labelle, Roberta Flack, Joe Zawinul, Natalie Cole, and Roy Hargrove as well as appearing at the top of the bill of many festivals around the world, Ola’s reputation on the international stage has been cemented with a number of live performances that have been broadcast on television around Europe, Canada and North America. He has written and recorded nine albums on his own Rugged Ram Record label, with “Seven Shades Darker” being released internationally to wide acclaim. Creating beautifully crafted songs shaped by grooves rooted in the soul and blues tradition alongside complex African melodic lines, Ola’s song styling is unique. A consummate artist with an incredible voice, this gig is a must for anyone interested in contemporary soul.

“…one of the UK's most powerful voices” Blues and Soul;
“a voice that is beautifully clear and appealingly textured....with a range and smoothness that recalls singers such as Luther Vandross” Guardian;
“compelling” Independent;
“a killer voice…. Ola is a class act” Jazzwise;
“Ola Onabule has a stunning voice of enormous range and emotional clout.” Proper Music magazine