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Philippa Hanna

Indie meets Gospel, meets Sheffield!

About Me

Philippa Hanna is a singer/songwriter based in Sheffield; the UK's most exciting music scene. Having achieved success as a session singer appearing on records for artists including Emma Bunton; Philippa's debut album Watching Me is out now.

With a number of dance collaborations under her belt and extensive touring around the UK and Europe as a solo artist, it is clear that there is a great deal of interest in the talents of this 23 year old. It would appear that success is something that runs in the family; her brother is legendary Jamiroquai bassist Stuart Zender and her cousins; Danny and Richard Macnamara of Embrace.

Philippa's blend of acoustic grooves and commercial gospel seems to be winning fans in cafes, clubs and churches. You can order Watching Me through Philippa Hanna's Online Shop .



My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 3/1/2006
Band Website: philippahanna.co.uk
Band Members:

Philippa Hanna (vocals and acoustic guitar),
Pete Dawson (drums), Tim Dawson (bass),
Roo Walker (additional guitars), Nick Law (keys),
Andy Baker (programming/guitars)

Crazy Days Video



Influences: Micheal Jackson, Alanis Morrisette, India Arie, Eryka Badu,
Bill Withers, Prince, Ric Birtill, Alec Splatt, Roo Walker,
Sean Redmond, Andrew Clark, Pat McCluskey, Jaqueline Hanna
4 Hero, N.E.R.D, The Police
The Gentlemen, John Mayer, Brad Paisley, Britney Spears,
Jamiroquai, The Carpenters,
Kate Bush, Mary Mary, Athlete, Capstone, Stevie Wonder,
The Beatles, Prince, The Prodigy,
Silverchair, Basement Jax, 2 Unlimited, Daft Punk, Zero 7, Kenny Rogers,

Sounds Like: A small sparrow evaporating into a violet mist...
Record Label: Resound Media
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

The Crazy days tour 2008 has begun!!!

Visit philippaH's (my) ImageShack profile Quickpost this image to Myspace, Digg, Facebook, and others!dear friends, tonight was the first date of the 'Crazy Days' tour 2008. It was such a great ki...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:20:00 PST

New album and book....

Hey Hey people! I want to say a big hello and welcome to anyone who recently made friends with me in Carlisle, Wales, London, Skeggy etc. (Sorry if I've missed anywhere out). I've done some really ama...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:26:00 PST

What an amazing 07! Thanks to the following...

What a year! It's been a year of transition and growth and of doors opening. This year has had highlights such as the completion and release of my debut album, 'Watching Me', and the album launch even...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Mon, 31 Dec 2007 04:50:00 PST

The Gospel according to Philippa (Sheffield Star Newspaper article)

* 24 November 2007Gospel according to Christian PhilippaView GalleryBy David DunnCHIRPY Philippa Hanna reckons she looks a bit smug on the cover of her debut album.But it is swiftly clear from talkin...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Wed, 05 Dec 2007 03:36:00 PST

Howdy from South Carolina!

Howdy!!Hey ya'll from over in South Carolina. We're having a great time here in the South. We're here for two weeks staying with some amazing people and enjoying some gorgeous fall scenery. I'm not mu...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Fri, 26 Oct 2007 11:09:00 PST

Album Launch Part 1 Rrrrocked!

A big thank you goes out to everyone who turned out for the first part of the album launch. You made it an electric evening! It all went off without a hitch and I was overwhelmed by the resp...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Tue, 16 Oct 2007 05:06:00 PST

Top of CDbaby recommended list

Incredibly, Watching Me is top of the Editor's Recommended List for both 'Contemporary Christian' and 'Sunshine Pop' on cdbaby! Also, it is Number 3 for the 'Solo Female Artist' list.
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Wed, 12 Sep 2007 03:23:00 PST

Gig in Nottingham - Christian Centre

Yo, Just wanted to mention - also - Thank you so much to everyone at the Christian Centre for your encouragement and spirit last night - it was a great night. I want to relay what my new friend Pat sa...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Tue, 04 Sep 2007 05:21:00 PST

Mark Richie’s Preach

Hey,Just a few notes on a gig I did with the band in Nottingham last night. It was The Christian Centre in the City Centre - a really strong life-filled church with such treasure. Great people serving...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Tue, 04 Sep 2007 05:08:00 PST

Supporting Chris Tomlin and Jonni Parks at Victoria Hall!

Hi Guys - hope you're all well. Just a quick note to say hi and tell you about about the Victoria Hall gig last week. I had the immense privilage of sharing the stage with Chris Tomlin - who is a real...
Posted by Philippa Hanna on Fri, 24 Aug 2007 05:40:00 PST