BIO

“It is obvious that this Glasgow based singer-songwriter has seriously impressive writing and vocal abilities” - The Upcoming

To date, Stephanie’s support accolades include Blues Legend Joan Armatrading, Ultravox’s Midge Ure, alt-country troubadours Ahab and Brit award winner Emeli Sandé. Her songwriting has been heavily influenced by Madison Violet, Tift Merritt, Patty Griffin and Emmylou Harris and her musical direction goes from strength to strength.

“A singer-songwriter with raw talent” - Maverick Magazine

Manns’ describes her sound as Americana and critics have compared her vocally to Karen Carpenter, Colbie Caillat, Sharon Corr and Chrissy Hynde. Self-taught, she performs on guitar or ukulele to deliver mature, introspective songwriting complimented by her warm, intimate and very capable vocal ability. Whether thought-provoking or foot-stomping, this alt-country songstress never fails to deliver a soulful performance.

Her first album has been critically acclaimed with a double page feature in the May edition of Maverick magazine “UK’s most popular Country Music publication” and a 4 star review; reviews from R2 magazine (“UK’s most trusted resource for folk & roots music” – 4.5 stars), Americana UK (8.5/10), The Upcoming (5 stars), New Country UK (9.5/10); Regional BBC airplay on London, Scotland (Iain Anderson show) Norfolk, Shropshire, Gloucester, London, Tees, Devon, Ulster including a guest spot on BBC Tees discussing her music and influences; Featured on local BBC Introducing; and a spot on BBC London on Gaby Roslin’s show playing live in the studio to promote the release of her debut album alongside other guests such as actor Kenny Doughty, comedian Tom Wrigglesworth and actress Emily Mortimer.

Most notably for Stephanie, upon release date was reaching Number 10 in the iTunes Country charts, in between Sheryl Crow and Dolly Parton.

“This lady is fabulous. Just what we need for UK country music!” - Marie Crichton, BBC Shropshire

Stephanie’s debut album Come Closer and her EP Sweethearts & Angels are available on iTunes NOW