But, when barely 16, she dropped her studies for a career in showbiz. With her rich Soul Queen voice she quickly established herself as a singer, with music critics hailing her as ‘the new Shirley Bassey’ and ‘Britain’s Tina Turner’. ‘All very flattering’, she says, ‘but I’d rather be remembered as the first Nola Fontaine’.

As she became more established the plaudits continued. ‘Nola is musical dynamite’ (Evening Standard); ‘Nola is glam rock personified’ (The Stage); ‘Nola can swing, belt out rockers and handle soft ballads’ (Music Week); ’Only those made of stone will be able to stand still when they hear Nola. With her big personality, charm, looks and voice this gal is heading for the big time (The Stage). And succeed Nola did.

She topped the bill at concerts throughout Europe, Scandinavia and the Far East. At the Royal Albert Hall she received a standing ovation when she performed before 5,000 Society kids at a Valentine’s Day ball. Read More