Fiona Clayton is a UK singer-songwriter from the Lake District in the United Kingdom. She performs in electro and folk, and is associated with ShoeBox Music.

Early life and background

Clayton grows up in a small town in the middle of the Lake District, surrounded by mountains and sheep. She starts writing and performing music from an early age, playing for audiences that range from her parents to crowds of more than 1,000 people.

Family and influences

Music is part of her home life: her mother is a music teacher, and her father plays tapes and records of 1980s rock and roll. Clayton cites her mother as an influence, along with community musicians she works with over several years. She says their support and interest in younger musicians gives her confidence and feeds into her music.

Performance style

Clayton says she feels comfortable when performing and values the way music lets her express herself. Her work is rooted in singer-songwriter writing, with folk and electro elements.