Work with Zara Smile!
Hi! About me!
Hi!
Thank you for working with Zara Smile!
I am an alternative rock artist, based in the North West. I write songs about discovering self identity and big feelings, closely linked to my identity as a neurodivergent + queer person of colour.
I have just released a 4 song EP titled 'Listen!' supported by the PPL Momentum Accelerator Fund, following a 3 songs EP released in 2025, supported by Come Play with me Records Next up North scheme.
My inspirations are The Cranberries, Jeff Buckley, Lizzy McAlpine and Black Country, New Road.
See below for lots more info on me and my branding!
key signifiers of my brand:
smiley faces
ghosts
hand drawn stars and hearts
emphasis on handmade - DIY
long skirts, shirts and knitted jumpers
lowercase lettering
marketing campaign with fans spotting smiley faces and sending them over
from my bedroom to your headphones
for the girlies who have never gotten over anything ever
for the girlies with big feelings
This is a playlist of the vibe of the new releases, my inspirations and general vibe!
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS <3
I am a neurodivergent person (I have ADHD and Autism).
I always make sure I get everything done, and even if I have not responded to a message I have always read and internalised the information! It may take me a little longer to reply or get things organised.
I have a wonderful team of people around supporting this project, listed below. A lot of us are also neurodivergent!
My personal access requirements are as much information about meetings as possible before them (specifically the length of the meetings and some topics that will be covered).
TEAM!
My team includes my backing band:
Hannah Gibney (she/her) - drums (@hannahlgg)
Abbie Stokes (she/her) - bass (@abs.prods)
Liv Nakar (she/her) - clarinet/saxophone (@livnakar)
Connor Wellings (he/him) - electric guitar (@connor.wellings)
Often I may have photographers that I work with also, these are usually:
Romy Caton-Jones (@romytakesphotos)
And producers:
Ciaran Dooley (@c.doolz)