Joel Sarakula

Joel Sarakula

Joel Sarakula is a British singer, songwriter and performer associated with folk, pop, rock and soul, as well as retro pop, soft rock, blue-eyed soul and yacht rock. He writes and performs songs on piano and guitar and works with a band called New Visionaries.

Background

Born in 1982, Sarakula is from the United Kingdom. He is based in London and has also been identified with Sydney, Australia, where he is born. His work draws on a retro-pop style and sits across soul-influenced pop and rock.

Releases and performances

His debut album is The Golden Age, which follows singles including “Bohemian” and “I Will Deliver”. Those tracks receive radio play on stations including BBC 6, BBC London, XFM, Q Radio and Absolute. Before settling in London, he tours three Australian-only albums, Mystery Morning, Souvenirs and City Heart.

Career notes

Sarakula travels widely as a songwriter and performer, with experiences that include playing in remote fishing villages in Norway and in dive bars across Europe and the United States. He also spends time performing across the UK, building a profile through live shows and radio support.