Sophia Stutchbury is a dynamic singer-songwriter and vocal coach from Folkestone, Kent. Celebrated for her powerful, soulful voice—often compared to Adele, Florence + The Machine, Pink, Beth Hart, Celeste, Dusty Springfield, and Janis Joplin—Sophia’s sound blends raw emotion with groove and edge. Her music captures the soul of Janis Joplin and the grit of Amy Winehouse, resulting in performances that are both deeply moving and unforgettable. Whether enchanting audiences in intimate acoustic settings or commanding large festival stages, Sophia always leaves a lasting impression.
A true lover of cross-genre music, Sophia performs under several artistic identities—including Sophia Stutchbury and Sophia Syndicate—allowing her to explore a wide range of styles and collaborations. She has released original music and worked alongside artists connected to icons such as Paloma Faith, Celine Dion, Rod Stewart, and Frank Sinatra. Her work has achieved Top 10 chart success and spans over 20 genres, from pop, soul, and blues to funk, electronic, rock, hip-hop, dance, and jazz.
Sophia’s artistry has been featured on BBC TV & Radio, Channel 4, and numerous international television and radio networks. She has also collaborated with leading brands and taken part in a variety of corporate partnerships and creative campaigns.
Together with her husband, Tim Smith (Technical Finger), Sophia co-runs Seaview Studio in Folkestone—offering artist development, workshops, tuition, and vocal coaching. The pair also head up Folkestone Music Town CIC, the world’s first official Music Town, dedicated to supporting, inspiring, and celebrating the vibrant local and global music community—championing music as the universal language of love.
