Conference Panellist

Conference Panellist

CHERISE
Vocalist, pianist & bandleader

CHERISE is a London-based Jazz/Soul vocalist, pianist, bandleader and cultural producer, and the founder of ShadeINDIGO — a platform supporting emerging musicians and multidisciplinary artists through live performance and collaborative development spaces.

ShadeINDIGO was established in 2024, launching at 91 Living Room with a series of monthly showcases. From March to July this year, the platform continues its live showcase run at Fox & Firkin. In 2025, ShadeINDIGO began a two-year residency at Cornerstone Studios, alongside the launch of a curated second-hand clothing pop-up in July. Further events and artist development initiatives are planned throughout 2026.

Cherise is currently undertaking postgraduate study in Business & Leadership for the Creative Industries at Central Saint Martins x Birkbeck, University of London.

@cherisemusic