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Hometown: Toronto, ON, CA
Website: www.stephaniebraganza.com
Sounds Like: Sia Furler, LIGHTS, Katy Perry, Evanescence
Genre: Rock
Stephanie Braganza has released her second international single, "When We Last Kissed" feat. Drega. The single was produced by a production team who collectively have had years of experience on the Toronto scene, having worked/performed with artists such as Drake, The Weeknd and more. The song was written by Stephanie, Colin Stewart, Peter Linseman and the production team.
Stephanie Braganza is a powerhouse vocalist who weaves a sonic tapestry neatly blending elements of pop, electro, and dance. V-MIX TV hosted the worldwide video premiere of her first international single “2 Good 2 Be”. “2 Good 2 Be” is currently featured on the international compilation - Goa Chillout Zone Vol.5. available on iTunes and other download services. Her track “Fantasy” reached #5 on BeatsDigital.com charts, which led to a performance with rap artist Belly and Ginuwine at the Muchmusic Video Awards.
Stephanie’s sexy style and playful performances helped her win the Toronto Independent Music Award (TIMA) for Best Live Artist. Stephanie's first performance of 2014 was for former President George W. Bush at a private event at the Art Gallery of Ontario. She has performed at top festivals which include Indie Music Week, DesiFest, Toronto Veggie Pride Parade; including prestigious the venues Casino Rama, The Mod Club, The Canadian National Exhibition Center, and Yonge & Dundas Square. Her TV appearances include CITY TV/OMNI’s "V-Mix", Rogers TV’s "South Asian Focus", "TVOne Canada" "Daytime", and more. Stephanie was the cover story for Humber’s College's “Et Cetera” publication.
Stephanie helped create the SIPO Foundation anthem “Time to Shine”, with rapper Wali "Flo" Shah. The world video debut took place at the 2013 SIPO Conference at the Glen Gould Studios (CBC) in Toronto.
Stephanie has been performing and singing since the age of twelve. She was chosen for lead roles in the musicals Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat & Godspell. She has studied with great mentors such as Juno award winner Rik Emmett (Triumph), Pat LaBarbera, and Trish Colter. Her hard work earned her a Scholarship for the Vocal Program at Humber College where she graduated. Stephanie co-wrote her entire debut album, “Unexpected” with composer/guitarist Colin Stewart, focusing on creating music with a message.
Check her out at StephanieBraganza.com and be sure to download the free STEPHANIE B personal mobile app for iPhone and Android!
"... incredibly catchy, energizing, and uplifting. Stephanie Braganza’s latest single 'When We Last Kissed' featuring Drega is all of these, and includes such intoxicating female vocals that you will find yourself carried away with each exhilarating beat."
Samantha Stevens - The Voice Magazine
“Stephanie Braganza’s “When We Last Kissed” is Electro-fying!”
TOinitiative
“I've had the pleasure of working with Stephanie Braganza, directing her new music video 'When We Last Kissed.' Stephanie has a true independent spirit and shows talent that's outside of the typical pop-dance box. Stephanie is leading the pack of a new generation of pop artists with conviction. She's got a lot more to offer than just a pretty face and pretty voice.”
Juno nominated singer-songwriter and music video director - Skye Sweetnam
"I feel like I have just stumbled upon musical gold...Stephanie Braganza’s “When We Last Kissed,” is not just a song. It is a piece of art. I can’t wait to hear her next masterpiece."
Melissa Nastasi - Review You
"This powerhouse vocalist has been recognized for weaving a sonic tapestry neatly blending elements of commercial pop, electro, and dance styles to create an exciting yet mainstream sound."
TOinitiative - TOinitiative
"Singer Stephanie B to Debut Video for New Summer Single"
Courtney Hart - Kingston Herald
“Interview (Toronto Independent Music Awards coverage)”
Alex Haight - Raz Mataz Magazine
“Stephanie Braganza... gave a strong start to the afternoon, not only representing South Asian talent but women as well.”
Shruti - Urban Asian
“Toronto Independent Music Awards: "Meet 'Best Live' Winner Stephanie Braganza"”
Toronto Independent Music Awards
“She just has a beautiful voice. She can handle virtually anything”
Mike Beggs - Mississauga News
“With the sonic tapestry in songs that have an uncanny ability to hit a common nerve, there are only bright things ahead for her.”
Dan Brisebois - Canadian Bands
“Stephanie is really a very different and unique singer with a star quality... music she sings is exceptional"”
Silvestre Machado - Indo Portuguese Global Magazine
“The Home and Native Sound Series are proud to announce the nominee qualifiers for 2011”
Megan McCann - PR Director - Toronto Independent Music Awards
“Tia's Talk with Very Talented Toronto Based Singer Stephanie Braganza”
Tia Virdi - Starbuzz Online
“Humber music grad and powerhouse vocalist Stephanie Braganza performs at the Orbit Room with her band as part of a Building Bands Canada fundraiser in Toronto”
Sarah Rix - A&E Reporter - Humber EtCetera
“Rogers Daytime Toronto Interview”
Chris Greidanus - Rogers Daytime Toronto
“...her music is metaphorical that has “to do with society’s struggle with the pursuit of happiness, and its after-effects – such as escapism.”
Asma Amanat - Generation Next
“Stephanie Braganza...not a stranger to the FYI stage... She’s a hustler”
FYI Showcase Review
“Stephanie Braganza has the vocal power and clarity in her singing that at a couple times it gave me shivers.... she has the talents to do pretty much whatever type of music she likes”
Article in Examiner Magazine
“Article in the Goan Voice Newpaper!”
Goan Voice
“Radio Interview on Liquid Lunch!”
Hugh Reilly and Rose Rongits - Radio
“Stephanie is getting her first radio spins across Ontario (Toronto, Quebec, Nova Scotia, Alberta, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Saskatchewan)”
LAW Promotions - Radio
“..."Debut full length album, "UNEXPECTED" to be released..."”
Eddie Fernandes - The Goan Voice Newsletter
"I love hipping you to artists to watch for and singer Stephanie Braganza is one of them"
ERROL NAZARETH - Toronto Sun - Entertainment
"Fantasy" - Music by Marco Marquez, Vocals by Stephanie Braganza
Juno Download
“Radio Interview part 1”
DJ Andre 905, Drega Casino - Royalty Radio
“Radio Interview part 2”
DJ Andre 905, Drega Casino - Royalty Radio
