A WARRINGTON mum who went global with a song she wrote as a schoolgirl is set to release her second single.
Mum of two Sonya Hurst released of her debut single ‘Emily’ last year is set to release her second original track ‘Ever after’ at the beginning of December.
Sonya, from Burtonwood, was proud to be asked to perform at The Josie show awards in Nashville last year, after her first song Emily, which she wrote over 15 years ago as a schoolgirl, saw her nominated for three awards at the ceremony, which celebrates independent music worldwide.
She was also proud to became a Nashville recording artist whilst in the States.
Sonya, who is known on the entertainment circuit as simply SonYa, said: “I am so grateful for all the continued support I have been receiving from people out there. I am especially thankful to all those people who bought ‘Emily’ on line and for the generosity of the people that donated into the Go Fund me campaign, which helped me to live out my dream of singing in Nashville.
“I love to sing and perform, and to build a career doing what you love, it’s the greatest feeling,”says SonYa, who is now 30 years old.
“I haven’t had much time for recording and writing lately as I have been out performing as a solo artist all over the north west for the past 12 months, and started doing a Soul and Motown set too, which I especially enjoy. Since coming back from the states my diary went a bit crazy!”
Recently SonYa was invited over to Germany to perform at the Westernpoint country festival where she performed over two days along with many other talented musicians. She was also nominated again for three awards at this years Josie music awards in Nashville, including Pop/ alternative artist of the year.
“I love all kinds of music, I’m not just about Country, and I want people to see that. I write music in all different styles, depending on how I feel.
‘Ever after’ is a particular favourite song of mine. The lyrics were inspired by the idea that we all have a story to tell. The message is that life can be tough, there can be situations that will be painful and difficult but they dont have to define you.
“We can take control of our lives with our choices and learn to embrace the happy times we have. We all have our own individual struggles and we shouldn’t judge a book by it’s cover. I believe that most people can relate to the message in this piece of music. I especially like the ‘Disney’ feel this track has. ‘Ever after’ is aimed at all ages, all genres and I hope everyone can enjoy the story this song tells. ”
Keep up to date with SonYa through social media.
www.facebook.com/sonyahurstsingersongwriter
www.reverbnation.com/sonyahurst
Sonya Hurst – PICTURE PAUL JACKSON
