May 16, 2012
Hayla to Headline LA Pride 2012
Mark Thompson READ TIME: 2 MIN.
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA - World electronic dance music star Hayla joins the cast of headliners such as Karmin, Jessica Sutta and Dev at Christopher Street West's mammoth L.A. Pride, in West Hollywood, California.
The international songstress will drop her dynamite vocals performing her current Billboard and FMQB hit "I'm Free," along with new material from her forthcoming CD "WEDM 2012." Hayla will perform on Saturday, June 9th at 9:00 p.m. Visit http://www.lapride.org/
Hayla recently revealed that she has a unique kinship with the LGBT community, being the daughter of a gay father and raised by two lesbian mothers.
"This Pride performance is incredibly special for our family," states Hayla. "I am so honored and grateful to be a part of this year's L.A. Pride."
Hayla's electro-diva stage show continues to mesmerize the Los Angeles club scene. With a voice comparable to the commanding power of Martha Wash; the drama and edge of Cherrytree Records' Robyn; and the angelic vocals of Enya, Hayla demonstrates that her God-given vocal talent and skill are undeniable.
Lifting the experience to new heights, the gorgeous singer also plays her Swarovski crystal-encrusted doumbek drum. Hayla gives birth to "World Electronic Dance Music" or WEDM for short.
Upcoming Performances:
May 16 - The Abbey Food & Bar - Girlbar's Anniversary Party
May 26 - The Factory - INK
June 9 - L.A. Pride
Hayla brings a dynamic dash of exotica to the global dance scene. The multi-talented singer and percussionist, draws musical inspiration from her European and Middle Eastern background. She secured her first label deal in Israel at 17 and quickly scored a #1 chart hit.
After moving to the U.S., Hayla was signed to independent label HMI, to release new material showcasing her true gift. With a unique array of musicians and producers Hayla has recorded a catalogue of songs and released the full-length CD "Fusion." She has toured with the Yuval Ron Ensemble; was lead singer for the Jewish Symphony; sang at comedian Wanda Sykes' wedding; and recorded several projects with Acade my Award winning composer James Horner ("Titanic," "Avatar"). Hayla's sophomore album "WEDM 2012" is due out this summer.
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A long-term New Yorker and a member of New York Travel Writers Association, Mark Thompson has also lived in San Francisco, Boston, Provincetown, D.C., Miami Beach and the south of France. The author of the novels WOLFCHILD and MY HAWAIIAN PENTHOUSE, he has a PhD in American Studies and is the recipient of fellowships at MacDowell, Yaddo, and Blue Mountain Center. His work has appeared in numerous publications.
