Music that tugs at the emotions, raises hairs on the back of the neck, and makes your feet move – you really can’t fake what Alice Russell’s got! Russell has gained an enviable reputation as one of the hottest singers in the UK. Her tracks with the Quantic Soul Orchestra have put her on the same plateau of modern soul divas as Amy Winehouse and Sharon Jones. Alice’s lavishly soulful voice is both timeless and up-to-the-minute modern. Her style is a predominantly bluesy soul lament but encompasses everything from funk to gospel to jazz and beyond. Her performances captivate the audience and command its attention. Her primary influences are golden voices such as Minnie Ripperton, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, and Aretha Franklin. Alice’s sensual, sublime voice has seen her work on many different projects in a number of capacities, including her collaboration with Nostalgia 77 for the monster funk cover of the White Stripes’ “Seven Nation Army.” But for the most part, Alice always pens her own songs; they are quick-witted and often influenced by other musicians, something she states has been an important stimulus for her work. And her voice is a sound to behold – live or on record, Alice Russell always performs with her trademark self-assurance and fiery sass.