Artist description R&B with a Strong Sense of Soul

Music Style R&B Soul

Musical Influences Gloria Estefan, Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis Presley, Garth Brooks.

Similar Artists Martina McBride, Celine Dion

Artist History Diane was born in Victoria, BC, Canada, and resided there most of her life. Diane’s love for singing started at a young age, and was nurtured by her parents, and the Portuguese community. With a strong Latin influence from her Portuguese mother, and a operatic persuasion from her Hungarian father, Diane’s Musical diversity is unparalleled. In 1989 at the tender age of 14 Diane released her first album “Creature Made in Heaven”. Diane has won numerous awards such as Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame, and AMTC Talent convention. Diane has performed for numerous functions be it Timmy’s Telethon, or Singing the national anthem for the local hockey teams. Diane has been featured in shows such as the Butchart Garden Showtime, and as the lead singer for the band Split Image

Group Members Diane Pancel, Alex Gay and Terry James and Kevin Obrien and manager Sean Blacquiere of Island Artist Management

Press Reviews Emotionaly charged vocals, and full of dynamic energy. Diane should be a future star! ~ John Shields Station Manager The X 91.3It's so refreshing to hear someone who can sing so soulfully. She has an incredible voice. ~ Julie Johnson

Location Victoria, BC - Canada

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