Lady Nade is the stage name of British singer-songwriter Nadine Gingell, a Bristol artist born in 1988. She performs in styles associated with jazz, soul, funk and blues, and is known for a voice described in the music press as distinctive and alto-led.

Career

Lady Nade releases three studio albums: Hard to Forget, her debut album, appears in 2016; Safe Place follows in 2019; and Willing is released in 2021. Her song “Willing” later wins Song of the Year at the UK Americana Awards in 2022.

Awards

She wins Artist of the Year at the AMAUK Awards in 2023. Earlier, she receives Song of the Year at the UK Americana Awards for “Willing”.

Style and reputation

Her work is associated with Bristol’s live music scene and with a blend of jazz, funk and soul. Descriptions of her singing emphasise a smoky, velvety and commanding vocal style.