Mica Millar is a soulful artist from Manchester, UK, whose powerful voice and heartfelt songwriting draw on her rich musical heritage and diverse influences, from Motown to 90s R&B. With her debut album "Heaven Knows," she showcases her artistry through self-written and produced tracks that explore deep themes of love, spirituality, and empowerment.
Mica Millar, a rising soul artist from Manchester, UK, has captured the hearts of many with her distinct sound and heartfelt songwriting. Her music career is deeply rooted in her musical upbringing and her experiences growing up in Manchester's vibrant cultural scene.
Mica Millar was born and raised in Withington, South Manchester. Immersed in music from a young age, Mica's father was a session drummer who toured with bands like Sweet Sensation, while her mother worked in PR within the music industry. This rich musical heritage shaped her passion for music and songwriting, activities she began pursuing at just eight years old.
Mica initially stepped into the music scene as part of the band Red Sky Noise around 2015. The band gained some recognition with their song "Only You," which became BBC 1Xtra's single of the week. Mica also spent about five years as a radio DJ for Reform Radio, contributing to the station's launch. Her first solo singles, "My Lover" and "Not The First," were released in 2017 and 2018, marking the start of her solo music career.
Influenced by legends such as Stevie Wonder and inspired by the sounds of the 60s and 70s soul and Motown, Mica's music embodies a blend of soul, blues, gospel, and jazz. Her songwriting is enriched with the depth and emotion of 90s R&B, gospel, jazz, and folk music, drawing from artists like Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman.
On June 10, 2022, Mica released her highly anticipated debut album "Heaven Knows." The album is a testament to her artistry, being entirely self-written, arranged, and produced by Mica herself. Released independently under her label, Golden Hour Music, and mastered at the renowned Abbey Road Studios, "Heaven Knows" explores profound themes such as human nature, spirituality, love, oppression, inequality, and empowerment.
Mica's dynamic live performances have seen her tour with a ten-piece band, headlining shows across northwest England. Notably, she has collaborated with Peter Hook and The Manchester Camerata Orchestra as a guest vocalist for "Joy Division Orchestrated," performing at prestigious venues like the Royal Albert Hall and Sydney Opera House.
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Mica Millar continues to be a force in the soul music landscape, offering authentic storytelling through her powerful voice.
