Biography
The famous British singer Sophie Ellis-Besstor was born received world recognition in early 2000, after the release of the debut album "Read My Lips". April 10, 1979 in Hanslow, England, the daughter of Sophie was born in the family of producer and TV presenter. The girl grew up with two brothers and three sisters. Despite the successful career, Janet and Robin had time to pay time to children.
4 years after the birth of Sophie, Ellis-Besstor, parents began to conflict constantly. On children it was not reflected, but the relationship of mom and dad spoiled, so they decided to divorce. Sophie attended school and gradually compiled musical science. In a small age, the girl took part in the children's "W11 Opera". Since childhood, she was a fan of a football club "Fulham".
Music
Climbing Music Olympus Sophie Ellis-Besstor started in 1997. She became the soloist of the "Theaudience" team. The group created and performed music in the style of indie rock. Less than a year there was a team, after which it was collapsed. Sophie went into solo swimming.
The singer moved away from the musical career and tried his hand in the model business, and then in writing. Quickly girl realized that it was all not for her.
"I always liked the music, always liked to listen to different records. Like any teenager, probably. But I never thought I would do it to earn myself. When I was 16 years old, I met the guy who was played in the group. And I thought it was very cool, like, probably, all the girls in my age. So why not try to do something like that, and then, if we get tired, find another guy? (laughs) And then I was offered to sing in the group, and I thought: "We also like it. It seems I found my way. " And since then, life has acquired some meaning, "said the singer in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine.In 2000, the famous DJ from Italy Kristiano Speller (DJ Spiller) turned to Sophie. The musician wanted the singer to participate in the "Groovejet" composition. The song was included in several dance collections. About Ellis-Besstor found out in Europe, America and Russia, as the single occupied the top lines of the charts. This work was the first step towards the solo career.
In 2001, a debut album Sophie "Read My Lips" came out. One of the songs - "Murder on the Dancefloor" - became a hit. The creation of a second disk Ellis-Bekstor took two years. In 2003, the singer introduced fans with new songs collected in the album "Shoot from the Hip" album. The record became the most unpopular in the work of Sophie. At the same time, the girl took samples for the role of satin in the film "Moulin Rouge". The third studio album was released only in 2007.
Before the release in the rotation, two singles were released on the radio - "Me and My Imagination" and "Catch You". Critics and fans gave a positive evaluation of the disk. In parallel with the recording of the new album, Sophie participated in the advertising company of the cosmetic brand "Rimmel". Advertising posters with Ellis-Besstor hung in the cities of Europe and America. The singer made a gift to fans - in 2011, the Make A Scene disk appeared in free access. The record has become popular, including thanks to such hits as "Heartbreak" and "Not Giving Up On Love". The last single has become the result of the collaboration of Sophie Ellis-Besstor and Armin Wang Buren.
The girl decided to try himself on a new field. The singer participated in the dance show "Strictly Come Dancing". In a couple with a professional dancer, Brendan Cowo Sophie occupied 4th place. In January 2014, another disk was released called "Wanderlust". During the creation of the compositions, the singer was inspired by Russia. The song "Love Is A Camera" led to the delighted musical critics. Sophie also discovered a new sphere: began to create collections for Pretty Polly. The girl advertised the company's products.
Now in the dishography of the singer - 6 albums. The last disk called "Familia" saw the light in 2016. The album was the result of traveling in North America, including Mexico. In the compositions from this disk, you can hear the sounds of Italy and Spain. At the same time, two clips were released on the songs "Wild Forever" and "Death Of Love". After the birth of the fourth child, Sophie took a break in touring life, but for 2017 several concerts are planned.
Personal life
The biography of Sophie Ellis-Besstor does not take the scandals and numerous novels. In 2003, acquaintance with her husband Richard Jones. The fateful event happened on one of the TV show. The spouse of the singer is also a musician - plays a bass guitar in the group "The Feeling".
In April 2004, Sophie and Richard became the parents of Sonny's son. In the same year, Sophie Ellis-Besstor has a tragedy. The singer's girlfriend died, TV presenter from England Karon Korich. The cause of the death of a 41-year-old woman was breast cancer. Only a year later, young parents organized an official wedding celebration.
February 7, 2009 - a turning point in the life of spouses. Their second child appeared on the world - Keith Valentine. The baby was born for 9 weeks ahead of time, but did without complications and for mom, and for the newborn. In an interview with the BBC TV channel, the relatives of the singers told the following:
"She only gave birth to the Second Son, a little boy, and he was born prematurely. He was born for 9 weeks earlier, but he is fine. "Three years later, replenishment was replenished in the family of musicians. Parents called the baby Ray Holiday. And in 2015, Jesse was born. The singer supports charitable organizations and cooperates with many companies. After the release of the album "Familia", Sophie appointed an ambassador for "Preemie Protection". Pampers are designed for premature children. The singer opposes the use of animal fur to create a wardrobe or homemade items. Ellis Besstor helps children who have fallen into a difficult life situation.
The singer often comes to Russia. In 2016, the girl participated in the show "Favorites of the Moon. Kisses. " The event took place in the Leningrad Center. Sophie Ellis-Besstor is often visited by Moscow. For some time, the media reported information about moving to the primitive, but so far the actress with his family still lives in the UK and reads Russian tales children.
Sophie Ellis-Besstor now
Currently, Sophie Ellis-Besstor is a singer, a happy mother of four children. The singer has time to record new compositions, raise children and share photos with subscribers in "Instagram".
Sophie experimenting with music, cooperates with Ed Harcourt. Thanks to the musician in the compositions of the singer, original arrangements and new sounds appear.
Discography
- "READ MY LIPS" (2001)
- "SHOOT FROM THE HIP" (2003)
- "TRIP THE LIGHT FANTASTIC" (2007)
- "Make A Scene" (2011)
- "Wanderlust" (2014)
- "Familia" (2016)