Tara is an up and coming artist of Irish – Filipino descent, hailing from the sunny shores of Poole, now living in the heart of London. She exuberates a punchy pop sound, with passionate, emotive vocals and lyrics, often fused with thriving electronic backlines, which make for a captivating, energetic performance. “With her fabulous sultry vocals and excellent songwriting ability she has the talent, professionalism and drive to go very far in the industry.” Mike Myore, Producer (Production credits; Ministry of Sound, Spinnin Records, BBC Radio 1, Kiss FM) Some of Tara’s musical highlights include performing at the BBC Introducing Live Lounge, performing as a closing guest act at the ‘House of iKons’ show at London Fashion Week, and being a support act for several established acts such as American Soul, R&B group, Shalamar, pop singer Rebecca Ferguson, 90’s band FIVE, East 17 and Kovic on their UK Tours. Extremely proud of her roots, Tara has annually performed at the London Barrio Fiesta – the biggest Filipino Festival in Europe, performing to approximately 20,000 people. The event was also televised by the Filipino TV station ABS-CBN. Tara is THRILLED to be a part of the Hot Vox New Blood Isle of Wight Competition and cannot wait to perform with her band. Instagram: www.instagram.com/Tara_Flanagan_ Facebook: www.facebook.com/TaraFlanaganUK Twitter: www.twitter.com/TaraFlanaganUK Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4mCoGwu8njYQq4GdoKUDdH