Born as Vatima Mari' Penn (after singer Teena Marie) in Cleveland, OH, She has never wanted to do anything but entertain. Through humble beginnings, the story from child to adulthood will be left for a book or 10. Moving to North Carolina in the 90's in a single parent home taught her a different type of patience, that would prove to be more than neccessary for entertainment! Constantly Aspiring, and inspiring by accident, this once shy cover singer, has earned her name, and the respect of other artists, producers, and photographers alike! Her integrity in business has often proved to be a liability while stepping foot in the shark infested entertainment waters. With southern patience and Big City dreams, She is ready to splash onto the scene and Be the difference!

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The Strypes are 4-piece rhythm and blues band hailing from Cavan, Ireland, formed in 2011 by Ross Farrelly (lead vocals/harmonica), Josh McClorey (lead guitar/vocals), Pete O'Hanlon (bass guitar/harmonica) and Evan Walsh (drums).

The group has spent the past 18 months launching their explosive R&B assault on the clubs and festivals of Ireland, the UK and Europe, viciously hammering out a no-nonsense blues repertoire drawing from the songbooks of Chuck Berry, Bo Diddley, Howlin' Wolf, Little Walter, Slim Harpo and more with the passion and venom of British blues groups such as Dr. Feelgood, The Yardbirds, The Rolling Stones and The Animals. 

Having already been met with critical acclaim from greats such as Jeff Beck and Paul Weller and been tipped by NME as the No. 1 new band to watch, it seems things can only get better for The Strypes.

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