Sisters of Soul
Scotland
The Sisters
The Sisters of Soul Collective (or SOSS for short) are a group of female vocalists who met over 15 years ago when performing as members of The Glasgow Gospel Choir. Initally forming as a quartet before expanding to a larger collective, each one of us share a strong passion for singing and performance. We absolutely love that so many of our audiences comment on how clear it comes across that we love doing our thing, with dear friends and bringing you on a journey of joy with us.
Meet Janine who has been singing professionally for over 30 years, having started out with backing vocals for several bands including Wet Wet Wet and others from the same label.
Janine was part of The Glasgow Gospel Choir for over 12 years and performances have included, the Mobo awards, Wickerman festival, Fringe by the Sea, Celtic Connections and hundreds of wedding ceremonies!
Janine’s voice range includes soul, gospel, R & B, jazz and blues, her musical influences are Chaka Khan and THE legend Prince. Janine is our client liason and loves to work with couples and event organisers to understand their needs and work together to create the perfect set list.
SISTER JANINE
Having started singing in early childhood, Lou has spent her life in front of a microphone. From school choirs and talent shows to singing with the Glasgow Gospel Choir and Rock Choir, Lou brings her deep rich tones and intricate harmonies to the group. Lou works as an Early Years Music Specialist and runs a childrens choir in Glasgow. Lou prides herself on an extremely ecclectic music taste ranging from classical, heavy metal, rock, pop and of course, blues, gospel and soul music. Lou is the musical director in the group and loves putting together arrangments that create special moments for our clients.
Christie is another of our powerhouse vocalists who started singing at the age of 15 and hasn't stopped since. She has sung at festivals, theatres and most pubs in the southside of Glasgow. One of her highlights was singing solo on the main stage at the Wickerman festival and more recently performing in Jesus Christ Superstar and Sister Act with the Largs Operatic Society. She loves all types of music but her heart lies in blues and soul music with her favourite influences being Etta James, Ella Fitzgerald and Eva Cassidy to more modern-day influences like Imelda May.
SISTER LOU
SISTER CHRISTIE
Cazz is our siren sister who adds depth and soul to the alto section in our collective. This sister has spent the last 10 years singing for hundreds of happy couples, alongside her 5 piece wedding band. When she’s not filling the dancefloor at weddings, she’s donning her wig and thigh high boots performing with the fantastic ‘Voyage’, the prestigious Abba Tribute band. From entertaining audiences in the Glasgow Armadillo and theatres across the North of Scotland, Cazz has alsobbeen flown over to perform in Dubai and Greece… It’s safe to say, Cazz knows how to rock a stage. Her musical influences have always been female power houses! From a young age, she could beheard belting away to Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Christina Aguilera & Aretha Franklin. With a love of soul, pop, dance, disco and RnB…she’s happy to tackle any song!
SISTER CAZZ
Julie is a professional actor and performer who started her journey in the limelight at an early age before training at The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, gaining her BA in Theatre Studies. She has worked with the Royal Court Theatre within their Theatre and education department and worked in theatre for over 15 years. Julies career developed into becoming a tour manager with the support band for Dionne Warwick and the Celtic Tenors. She has sung with the Glasgow Gospel choir for the last 15 years and is inspired by the wonderful Etta James and Ella Fitzgerald.
SISTER JULIE
Erin is a music therapist with Nordoff Robbins and plays violin with Edinburgh based collective, Tinderbox Orchestra. Erin’s singing performances have included singing in the Uni Choir, No.1 Community Gospel choir, the Glasgow Gospel choir and performed recently for the Cop 26 celebrations. With many gig under her belt already, such as at the Open Mic Clutha Vaults, Stereo, Glasgow and countless wedding ceremonies and corporate events, the Sisters of Soul are delighted to have such an exciting talent in the Collective. Erin's musical influences are Donna Summer, Haim and Celeste.
SISTER ERIN
Kim rounds off our soprano section perfectly while bringing her unique style, experience and super cool hip-hop vibes! Kim's versatile voice has been admired as a member of the Glasgow Gospel Choir before turning her hand to performing as a professional singer for years across the country - collaborating with some of the most high profile artists in the Scottish hip-hop scene.
SISTER KIM
Ruth is one of our sensational sopranos who brings soulful and bluesy tones that will leave you with goosebumps!
Ruth has sung professionally for over 20 years and her early work includes singing/song writing and backing vocals/collaborations with Bobby Bluebell, Ricky Ross and Craig Armstrong and her TV appearances have included appearing on BBC with Alabama 3.
Musical influences for Ruth are an eclectic mix from Ella Fitzgerald, Mahalia Jackson, Marlena Shaw through to the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac and ALL Funk, Soul and disco!
