Raised and based in Montr\u00e9al, Qu\u00e9bec, Tamara Grace is a 21-year-old Canadian singer, songwriter and musician whose songwriting and honeyed vocals soundtrack the trials and tribulations of coming of age. Inspired by acts spanning from the 1940s to the 2010s, namely Freddie Mercury, Melanie Martinez, Adele, Stromae, Lady Gaga and everyone in between, Grace\u2019s style has a haunting and delicate tone, with a pop-style familiarity and relatability. Grace grew up dealing with bullying, which later developed a tower of insecurities, anxiety and depression. She channelled her feelings into her notebook, writing diary entries and poetry that progressed into gloomy, although inviting lyrics. At the age of 15, she met music producer Michael Benjoar. Soon after, Tamara released her debut single \u201cTeddy Bear,\u201d which reflects on one\u2019s first experience with heartbreak and rejection. She later released \u201cSad Boys\u201d and \u201cBad Girl,\u201d both produced by Benjoar.<\/p>\n

Towards Autumn of 2021, Grace met recording producer Dominique Messier (better known as C\u00e9line Dion\u2019s long-time drummer) and began creating golden tunes. Influenced by a collection of sombre poetry she had read and a past toxic relationship she was in, Tamara\u2019s melancholic single \u201cAutumn Tears\u201d came to life and swiftly gained the attention of many. In a span of one year, Grace has amassed over 200 thousand streams worldwide, been named one of SiriusXM\u2019s About to Pop artists, performed on CTV Ottawa Morning Live, garnered radio play from CBC Radio One, Radio Humber, SiriusXM and more, and featured on Tinnitist, Magazine Cool! and Wonderland Magazine, her musical and lyrical approaches being recognized then praised for their boldness and vulnerability.<\/p>\n

Her newest release \u201cAuburn,\u201d delivers a \u201cpolar opposite\u201d atmosphere to her latest heart-wrenching hit \u201cAutumn Tears\u201d. She collaborated with producer and drummer Dominique Messier, along with Dion band members, guitarist Kaven Girouard and bassist Yves Labont\u00e9. A song that can be described as ardent, blunt and cheeky, Grace touches upon an all too relatable story, \u201cwhen you have a crush on someone who has no idea you exist… and you can\u2019t bring yourself to speak to them, so you carefully contemplate from afar, debating if you should go for it or rather spare yourself from the humiliation\u201d.<\/p>\n

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Name:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tamara Grace<\/p>\n

Genre:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pop<\/p>\n

Founded:<\/strong><\/p>\n

01\/03\/2001<\/p>\n

# of Albums:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I will be releasing my debut EP next year!<\/p>\n

Latest Album:<\/strong><\/p>\n

n\/a<\/p>\n

Latest Single:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cAuburn\u201d https:\/\/tamaragrace.lnk.to\/auburn<\/p>\n

Favourite musician growing up:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Queen<\/p>\n

Favourite musician now:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I\u2019m tied between Melanie Martinez and Stromae<\/p>\n

Guilty pleasure song:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cBloody Mary\u201d by Lady Gaga, it\u2019s chaotic in the most beautiful way possible!<\/p>\n

Live show ritual:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I would meditate, then walk around offstage, and drink a great amount of hot water with honey and lemon<\/p>\n

Favourite local musician:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Patrick Watson<\/p>\n

EP or LP?<\/strong><\/p>\n

LP. I\u2019m especially a sucker for concept albums!<\/p>\n

Early bird or night owl?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A great combination of both<\/p>\n

Road or studio?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Studio<\/p>\n

Any shows or albums coming up?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I just released a new single called \u201cAuburn\u201d. It\u2019s my pride and joy, and I had lots of fun creating it! I wrote it about having a crush on someone whom I thought was way too cool and popular to acknowledge my existence, then always being oh so nervous when I\u2019m around them. This song is for those who are too shy to make the first move. It truly did boost my confidence when writing it, so I hope it can do the same for others!<\/p>\n

Where can we follow you?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Instagram<\/a> | Facebook<\/a> | Twitter<\/a> | YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n

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Rapid Fire Montr\u00e9al Qs<\/span><\/h2>\n

Favourite local restaurant:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pancho! I still think about their heavenly ravioli poppers!<\/p>\n

Favourite street in your city:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Boulevard du Mont-Royal. It has a \u201chomie\u201d touch to it, and there\u2019s always lots happening at once.<\/p>\n

Favourite park in your city:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Park La Fontaine, its ambience is truly something oh so special.<\/p>\n

Favourite music venue in your city:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bain Mathieu. It used to be a public pool, which is insanely cool! I hope to do a show there someday!<\/p>\n

Favourite music store in your city:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Steve\u2019s Music Store.<\/p>\n

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