Alice Russell

One of the hottest new stars to emerge from the UK is soul vocalist Alice Russell, who can be a seductive chanteuse or a scorching R&B belter with equal conviction. Riding high on the release of her album, Pot of Gold, Russell is creating an equal buzz through her many collaborations and appearances with such chart-toppers as Massive Attack, DJ Quantic and De La Soul. Hailing from scenic Brighton, Russell’s blond hair and blue eyes belie her street-savvy voice, which sounds like a distillation of Motown soul and bluesy laments that have been topped up with hints of funk and gospel. Although often compared with other British neo-soul singers like Joss Stone and Amy Winehouse, this self-assured vocalist is truly in a class by herself.

“Her style is charming, effortlessly soulful and she is capable beyond her years.” – BBC Collective