Artist Summary

Genres: Indie / R&B / Folk

Artist Bio

Born on 12th October at William Harvey Hospital, Asford-Kent, England, Christine comes from a family that has been very supportive of her music career from the beginning. In the singer’s words, 'the time spent with family always registered as a high and happy moment their support has helped tremendously in developing my music talent'. For a child that started speaking shortly after her second birthday, and whose first few words were at first incomprehensible songs growing into several disjointed pieces, Christine’s sound has grown to produce the beautiful ballads and infectious songs that has continued to captivate her ever-increasing listeners since crafting her first song at age 8.
Her life has been an extraordinary journey full of joys and losses.
Her signature pop blues style was first singled out for attention when she won the MTN sponsored talent contest held in University of Jos, Plateau State-Nigeria in 2005. But it wasn’t until 2007, when she beat over three thousand other contestants across Nigeria to win the Nokia First Chance music reality TV show watched by millions of viewers, that her incredible talent was first showcased on a national scale. The opportunity was short-lived, however, when the promised £1 million-worth record deal with a guarantee of endorsement deals and worldwide distribution by a major international record label failed to materialize. Christine returned to complete her university degree in Mass Communication at the University of Jos.
Her winning the Nokia First Chance competition in 2007 didn’t come as a shock to those who know how distinct Christine is within and outside the music industry, where she encountered a bad experience regardless and her relentless pursuit of a successful music career continued. She received a personal congratulatory message from Gabriel Suswam, Governor of her home state; Benue.
Style: Her sound is a profound combination of alternative soul, R &B with a twist of mild pop delivered with powerful emotional vocals, wedded to lush melodies that go straight to the heart. Christine’s music resonates the truth of personal experience. Her music can be emotionally intense and beautiful it goes much further by exploring timeless universal themes of love, friendship, happiness, loss and fortitude in the face of whatever life brings.
Instruments: Her insatiable appetite for improvement as an all-around performer led her into learning how to play the guitar, since she mastered the art; guitar has become a vital part of her ensemble and she plays the flute just as well.
Experience: As part of her industry experience, she has worked with and performed alongside Omawumi, Jodie, Naeto C, Ikechukwu, Bez, Tosin Martins, MI, Vector, Skales, Kahli Abdu, Ghana's C-Real, King David, Society of Performing Artistes of Nigeria (SPAN) and others too numerous to mention.
After graduating with a BA in Mass Communication in 2010, the hardworking musician went back to the studio to commence work on her debut album, Life under Construction which was released on the last day of that same year.
Christine also has extensive experience as an On-Air Personality (OAP), having thrilled audiences from the studios of Rhythm FM, Jos and Inspiration FM, Lagos. Currently, she is breaking new grounds at Zoodrums Internet Radio.
In 2011, Christine was one of a select few female celebrities who indicated interest in walking and eventually walked the runway for charity in a breast cancer awareness campaign, Fashion Fantasia, showing her humanitarian side.

Discography: On December 31, 2010, her debut album, A 13-tracker titled “Life Under Construction” was released. “May This Be Love” was the first single off the album and without a doubt, it cemented Christine’s place as queen of alternative soul genre in Nigeria, apart from enjoying rave reviews. In June 2011, she released the video for the song to widespread acclaim and she continues to promote the album. The follow-up single, Mary Jane featuring EME rapper and singer, Skales was also a hit and its video equally enjoyed rotation on satellite channels like Soundcity and MTVBase.
She has also released follow-up single, Comot For My Way, a track produced by ace producer EKelly and which garnered praise far and wide for its playful lyrics and marvellous vocals.
Major Performances: The Future Awards, 2008, London Calling Music Fair of June 2008 at the Nigerian Pavilion, LEAP Awards, 2009 and several other concerts and music festivals within and beyond the shores of Nigeria. From one show to another, each live performance is an intense moment that allows the spectator to penetrate into her unique universe.
Interviews: The R & B sensation has been interviewed and profiled severally by several high-profile media, both print and broadcast including ThisDay, The Sun, The Guardian (Nigeria), National Life, Museke, The Nation, Jaguda, TV Continental, Rhythm FM, NOUN FM etc. Between 2008 and 2011, she has been interviewed a record FOUR times on the popular breakfast show watched by millions of Nigerians, NTA AM Express. Christine has also been on the internationally acclaimed programme, Moments with Mo hosted by celebrity journalist and talk show host, Mo Abudu.
Influences: Years of listening to Whitney Houston, Brandy, Alicia Keys, India Arie, Sheryl Crow, Billy Ocean, Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, Bob Marley, and Fela Kuti, have helped refine Christine’s talent and the diversity of music she embraced to find her voice. In a recent interview, she said, “MisEducation of Lauryn Hill is one album that made me crave for a significant place in the industry."
Philosophy: Christine believes that "the greatest songs tell the best stories and they are straight from the heart to heal the listeners. My path is to bring timeless music to the people and I’ve found it”. She is determined to pave her way, gradually in the international music industry, and there’s no stopping her.