EPK KALA CHNG

Electronic Press Kit – Pop music with a Chinese twist
( Electro Pop / World Fusion / Urban Pop)
“Kate Bush vibes” meets “a Chinese Lady Gaga“

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“ One of our favourite maidens of the music scene ” Sam Bonham, BBC Introducing In The West

KALA CHNG is a half-Chinese British Pop music artist from Knowle West, Bristol, UK. As songwriter, singer and producer she creates an original blend of Pop music with Chinese sounds and urban influences (influenced by Bristol bass, grime and dubstep beats, classical Chinese instruments, catchy pop lines, and R&B).              

“She combines both traditional and electronic sounds to create some quite distinctive pop…Kala always makes sure her unique attitude shines through.” Loki Lillistone, Editor, Bristol Live Magazine

Referred to as reminiscent of ‘Kate Bush vibes’ and ‘like a Chinese Lady Gaga’, she’s also one of Bristol’s voted Happiness Champions, a named Culture Ambassador, was on the Bristol Cool List 2021 and known in the city for her creative, community and cultural work.

Since 2013 she’s released 4 EPs and 5 albums (some under the name Makala Cheung); debut River (Bristol Live Magazine’s album of the month, Chinese New Year 2014), and follow ups Moon (review below) and Empress launched at her own ‘far east meets west’ Mini Moon Festival (2015+17) and Knowle West Girl launched at Knowle West Fest 2018. Her singles have featured on stations across the globe, and her radio play to date includes BBC Radio ( 1Xtra, 6, 5, Introducing in the West, Bristol and more).

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KALA’s solo performance embraces East Asian costumes and props, as she’s also performed with a 4-piece electronic band, including synths, samples and drums. KALA CHNG has performed many headline and main stage slots (under previous name Makala Cheung) including headlining the main stage at world famous Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, plus main slots at Upfest, Shambala, Dot to Dot, Redfest, Vegfest, Brisfest, St Paul’s Carnival, Bristol Harbourside Festival and London Trafalgar Square for Chinese New Year. 

 “A breath of fresh air… entertaining, very professional and …captivated a large audience, to many of whom this would have been an unusual and very different experience. ”  Ric Davison, Keynsham Festival Organiser

CHNG’s solo artist endeavour began in 2012, following a few years in a duo and featuring on local Hip-Hop and Grime tracks, before going on to learn to play keys and produce. KALA’s influences include; M.I.A, Aaliyah, The Spice Girls, Destiny’s Child, Banks, FKA Twigs, Lauryn Hill, Dizzee Rascal and Katy B. Referred to as reminiscent of Kate Bush, Madonna and ‘like a Chinese Lady Gaga’, she’s also a Bristol Woman cover girl, one of Bristol’s Happiness Champions and a Culture Ambassador (West of England China Bureau).

“Powerful pop songs and gentle introspection both highlight Kala’s precise voice and deep awareness of the world around her, drawing Eastern elements and contemporary British sounds into one fascinating whole.” The Musician magazine summer 2022, Star review

“One of the most talented up and coming artists in Britain.” Steve Yabsley, BBC Radio Bristol

“ Making waves with unique R&B, which melds Asian sounds with the rhythms of Bristol Bass…[the album] channels righteous anger and dance floor desire.” The Musician magazine, Empress review

“A sliver of trip-hop, drum n bass, classical Chinese instrumentals, RnB, pop, electro … fused by Cheung’s emotive vocals and just a slice of attitude. Full of ambition and self-assuredness. ” Tom Osborne, The Flux, Moon Review

“Amazing voice…diverse songwriting talents. Confirming that at least one modern-day musician is dedicated to creating genuine art.” Robbie Tee, Jamsphere 

“Oriental and western music skilfully blended together. A powerful voice. Provocative, stunning.” yinyuetai.com

“Something special is happening here…If it’s raw talent or something different you’re after, let me assure you are in the right place!” DWF Media.

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