Stephània is an Irish-Cypriot, Neo Soul/RnB singer, songwriter and music producer based in Los Angeles, CA. Stephània takes inspiration from the sounds of Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Jill Scott and Erykah Badu, all of which have deeply influenced her music. She is currently taking on projects for Demos, BG Vox, Lead Sheet arrangements and more!
Neo Soul - R&B - Pop - Soul - Jazz - Funk
Recording Artist / Vocalist
Performer
Session Vocalist
Songwriter
Engineer
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Languages
- English
- Greek
- Spanish
Interview with Stephània Pourgouri
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: My biggest musical inspirations are Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and Aretha Franklin. In contemporary music, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, Ledisi and Hiatus Kaiyote.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I record vocals in live sessions, record vocals for singles, perform and write lyrics!
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: My single and upcoming EP which I'm so excited about!
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Chris Cara, a music producer/recording engineer from Cyprus.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: That I am able to perform and share what I love to do the most with people all over the world.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My SM58 mic, speakers, interface, headphones and laptop.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started singing when I was 3, took my first proper vocal lesson when I went to college and have been working professionally since I was 15.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would love to work with so many different artists for various reasons, but if I really had to pick one, it would be with Nai Palm. Nai is a lyrical genius, she is soulful, inspiring, passionate and she's a beautiful person. I watched her perform solo at The Sinclair in Boston in 2018 and she touched my soul.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Never record vocals with a ton of reverb! Little or no reverb is more than enough; feel your voice and go with that.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Neo soul/RnB
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Professionalism
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Definitely passion and emotion.
- Live SoundAverage price - $150 per concert
- Singer - FemaleAverage price - $125 per song
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $150 per song
- Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $150 per song
