Shady Blue has been compared to a diverse range of artists, from Anita Baker to Sade Adu, From Jill Scott to Eryka Badu, from Norah Jones to Dido, from Alicia Keys to Rhian Benson to Viviene Green.

Shady was born and raised in Nigeria, West Africa to a Nigerian – Yoruba father and bi-racial mother (half Ghanaian and half English) and moved to London as a teenager. During her early years, she was influenced by her father’s music – a renowned Jazz musician/producer in Nigeria & Atlanta. At the tender age of six (6) Shady started singing at her local church, when 8, became the lead singer of the church choir. She delivered exceptional three part-harmonies and captured audiences with her soothing voice and wide vocal range (alto, soprano, and tenor).

Shady Blue is not only a talented vocalist but also writes; co-produces and arranges her music with instrumentation alongside producers.

With her sultry looks, unique style, infectious charm, and dedication, she is destined to become one of the biggest stars emerging from the UK music scene.

This talented lady has always been very passionate about music from a very tender age.

Her family home was a place of music and has always had a desire to become a great singer and musician.

Shady Blue is inspired by artists and bands such as Michael Jackson, Incognito, (Earth, Wind & Fire), Rhian Benson, Fela Kuti, Alicia Keys, Anita Baker, Jill Scott, Eryka Badu, George Benson, Prince, Maxwell, Lisa Lisa, Whitney Houston, Ella Fitzgerald, Sade Adu, Boyz II Men, Madonna and many more.

Shady Blue performs regularly with her band.