Yolan

Many artists struggle to establish their musical identity, laboriously trying on different musical styles like a piece of clothing, looking to find what fits. But there are others that emerge fully formed, in full command of their craft, their identity and their music. Yolan fits firmly in the latter category. Her style and live performances are a captivating and moving experience that heralds the arrival of a gifted and significant new talent, one whose music feels familiar in the best possible way, while striking out on its own territory.

Yolan is a passionate storyteller who has the ability to make any song her own. Not ever wanting to be labeled as fitting into a particular genre, Yolan finds her style in everything from 60’s rock n roll, to heartfelt folk ballads, to soul, funk and blues. Her aim is to take the audience on an epic musical journey.

Over the past six years Yolan has been performing solo, however the New Year has brought a fuller sound with the addition of Wayne Laidlaw, a talented percussionist who adds his tonal qualities with the conga’s and bongo’s. Individually we each bring something unique to our sound, but together we create a vibe that has been very well received in the local area, playing venues like the ‘Shaw bay’, ‘The Eltham’, ‘The Federal’ ,‘The Slipway’, and ‘Lennox’ hotels on a regular basis. I look forward to branching out and continuing the journey in Byron and surrounding areas.