A self-taught multi-instrumentalist, admired for her powerful lyricism and social awareness, today sees the release of new single ‘Anything’ folk/soul, singer-songwriter, Chisara Agor.
She tells us “‘Anything’ is an uplifting song about activating your inner potential, transforming yourself by slowly discovering who you are and finally embracing imagination to find ways to change our world.”
Her music demonstrates the blending of art, poetry and theatre, a collation of passions close to her heart. As well as a residency at The Roundhouse London, Chisara also teaches dance and writes poetry, both additional creative outputs that help her connect with the community. Chisara is also in the process of writing a musical called ‘The Garden’, following a MGC Futures bursary.
Born and raised in Peckham, Chisara began her career in 2015 in Madrid whilst studying philosophy. Her popularity at local open mic nights led to a loyal underground following, her debut EP ‘Seasons’ went on to gain a number 1 with Soul Spain, with a launch at the renowned jazz club, Sala Clamores.
Back in the UK, Chisara has recently opened for Grammy Award-winning Blackstreet at the Jazz Cafe London, for three nights. Her recent self-empowerment release, ‘Divine’ – with hints of Nina Simone, Kate Bush and Elbow – received airtime on Tom Robinson’s BBC Introducing Mixtape on BBC Radio 6.
Chisara’s EP ‘In-between’ is expected at the end of the year. It showcases her artistic style and addresses the state of feeling both powerful and powerless in our current climate, as well as other topics that Chisara that are not commonly addressed in music.
“I believe there exists what we can call a poverty of the imagination and critical thinking within our society not helped by a government that refuses to invest in the poorest most oppressed people. The arts help children think about their world and consider different opportunities, it also gives them the confidence to be more and do more. Reducing opportunities for children of lower economic backgrounds or those who are socially deprived means denying them choice and value, it tells them not to fight.”