Tatiana DeMaria
Tatiana DeMaria, is a British musician, songwriter, singer and record producer. Now a solo artist, she spent the early part of her career as the founder and lead vocalist/guitarist for London-based rock band TAT, DeMaria also writes and produces for a number of other artists and projects, including music for commercials, shows, and movies, including the latest 7UP theme song, music for Pepsi and original movie titles for the Universal[1] production of Blue Crush 2.[2]
Tatiana DeMaria | |
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Origin | London, England |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter, record producer |
Instruments | Vocals, guitar, piano, bass |
Website | Official website |
Early in her career, DeMaria wrote TAT's debut album, Soho Lights, which led to two UK charting singles. Soho Lights was released in the US through Red Wagon Records and RED, to impressive independent sales ending the band's six-year touring streak in 2012.
Biography
Born in London, DeMaria moved to Paris with her family when she was very young. It was there she spent a great deal of her childhood. Whilst at school, she developed a love of punk rock and was introduced to such bands as NOFX,[3] Rancid, The Clash and Green Day by some of the older children on the school bus. She returned to London as a teenager and started playing guitar and songwriting when she was 13. She initially had hopes of being an astrophysicist but realised her love for rock music was greater than that of physics.
After playing in several high school bands, DeMaria formed TAT (originally named The Camden Whigs) with friend Tim Vanderkuil. After several member changes, she was joined by Nick Kent and Jake Reed, who solidified the band's present lineup. Since TAT's inception, the band has toured extensively in Europe and North America alongside other solo acts and as a fan favorite on The Vans Warped Tour.
References
- "Universal Pictures". Universalpictures.com. Retrieved 4 July 2012.
- "Blue Crush 2". IMDb.com. Retrieved 10 May 2020.
- "NOFX". Nofxofficialwebsite.com. Retrieved 4 July 2012.