Julia (Ladylovely)

LADYLOVELY IS... Image (c) Aeric M. Goujon for Ladylovely...You could never encompass who I am in a phrase...Ladylovely is the newest incarnation of singer/songwriter Julia Fragias, known to her fans as “Lady J”. The project is a blend of trip hop and ethnically infused electronica that is representative of her rich heritage and diverse influences.J is a native of NYC and Kefallonia, Greece. She has been performing in a variety of capacities since the age of four with classical training in dance, music, and theater. She is the former front woman of dream pop band, Tragic Sense (2001-2003) and most recently rocktronic project, Deaf By Stereo (2003-2006). Her Ladylovely solo project showcases her ethereal vocal presence in haunting, infectious soundscapes. Producers she is currently working with include LA based Lucky Leo (Leo Der Stepanian) and NYC’s Ettikit (Frank Zurita).Her fan base is not just limited to her music, as J has shown herself to be an artist on many levels. Her modeling and burlesque work has been featured in numerous mainstream and alternative publications including Dr. Sketchy's Rainy Day Coloring Book, Penthouse Forum, Nerve.com, and Gothic Beauty. Her independent film work includes playing Kandi Barbour, crazed pornstar, in the docu-drama, Tales of Times Square (Firebrand Films/Concept X/Nolita Films) and numerous characters in pulp film catalog of director Val Killmore -Lux Killmore Productions . She was most recently featured in independent film short, “Small Apartment.” (dir: Andrew T. Betzer), which premiered at the Slamdance Film Festival in Park City Utah, Jan 2008 and winner of the Grand Jury prize at South By Southwest Film Festival for Best Film Short. For a complete list of all her screen, print, and performance credits, visit the official site .CREDITS Ladylovely has lent her vocal and musical stylings to the following collaborations:SCHAFFER THE DARKLORD (NYC based Rapper and Comedian with an alternative following spanning the nation.) Track: “Rich Man” © 2007 DB ProductionsXEROTIME (project and forthcoming independently released album by the CT based DJ Reverand Brian) Track: “Movement” for Future’s End EP © 2007 Xerotime StudiosDRRTYHAZE (Duo of NYC based DJ/producers creating "deviantdisco tracks" with influences ranging from disco to indie rock to soul.) Track: “I Don’t Care” © 2007 Speak RecordingsPrevious Incarnations…TRAGIC SENSE EP “Insides Out” © 2003 Production: Sapone Productions Independently Released Fronted and performed in this “dream-pop” duo with songwriter/guitarist Jordan Durante 2001-2003. EP received praise from alternative press in Canada, Italy, and the US.DEAF BY STEREO Production: DJ Amazin A Fronted this rock-electronic project comprised of former members of Flytrap and DJ Amazin from 2003-2006. Performed at legendary rock venues all over NYC and its fine boroughs, with tracks featured in independent film by LuxKilmore Films.
VIDEOS
Much respect for fellow electronic musician, WARP Label artist, Jimmy Edgar. This is the video I did along with models Dominique and Maria Cristina in 2005 for his single, "LBLB Detroit". Director: Christos Chrestatos.
I am in love with culture and very proud of my Greek heritage. I enjoy exploring the music and fabric of life woven throughout this world. I hope to see as much of this planet as possible, interract, and create. And of course, shaking my shimmy to my own tunes soon again....NEWS AND REVIEWS...COME for the art on the walls and within the crowd, as Ladylovely me, Amber Ray, and Gal Friday spokesmodel Dr. Sketchy's first ever ART SHOW.
Performing "Movement" with Xerotime on Sat, November 3rd - details at THE DARKSTAR FESTIVAL Official Site.Art imitates life imitates art...performing at the premiere of "Pink's Striptease Murders" screening party.For more info on the film , go to Lux Killmore Official Site ."The Striptease Murders"...with your's truly playing sultry songstress gone scream queen! Mayhem brought to you by Val Killmore. Burlesque, bands, and booze!************************************ GET YOURSELF A COPY OF THE HOTTEST BURLESQUE LIFE DRAWING MANUAL KNOWN TO MAN-WOMAN KIND...featuring myself and other brilliant performers, artists, and models.
**************************** Your's truly featured in the "Q Confidential" of The Tribune Feb. 2006 (Editor: Brian Rafferty; image provided by (c) Ken Andrews)ALSO FEATURED IN... Fleshbot.com Newyorkcool.com The Soho Journal San Francisco Weekly Gawker.com sexinart.net Gothic Beauty JUXTAPOSE Mag (pimping the Dr. Sketchy's phenom!) Penthouse Forum Sept 2006 Issue Jade Magazine (Cover Model April 2006 Issue) "Art Calendar Magazine" (images accompanying article written by Molly Crabapple) "Talent In Motion" magazine Winter issue (review and image by A. Giannakis ) NERVE.com photoessay by Joshua Rubin Lollipop Magazine (featured model spread) Photographic Publications published by Simon&Shuster, Goliath, Taschen, AuthorHouse......AS WELL AS... EvilKid Productions (evilkid.com web-store) "MY STAR FACE" cosmetic line by Nicole Randelman (mystarface.com) Evil Needles Designs by Patricia Valery (model for www.evilneedles.com) Beauty Fiend Inc. Fall/Holiday 2004 (Print/Online Catalog @ beautyfiend.com) FRAGILE NY Apparel Look Book and Online catalogBANNER LINKS