Fana Hues
Fana Hues | |
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| Birth name | Fana Subira Hughes |
| Born | 1995 Pasadena, California, U.S. |
| Genres | Rhythm and blues |
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| Years active | 2020-present |
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| Website | fanahues |
Fana Subira Hughes,[1] known professionally as Fana Hues, (born June 15, 1995) is an American R&B singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Pasadena, California. Hues gained prominence in 2021 after being featured on the Tyler, the Creator song "Sweet / I Thought You Wanted to Dance".[2]
Early life
[edit]Fana Hues was born in 1995[3] and raised into a musical family in Pasadena.[4] While growing up, she was unable to sing for five years as a child, due to a crippling combination of scarlet fever, tonsillitis, and strep throat.[5][6] After years of not being able to sing because of her condition, Hues was able to find her voice through years of practice and with the support of her close-knit family.[7]
Career
[edit]Fana Hues started her career singing and performing in her family's band.[7] In 2020, she released her debut single, "Notice Me", which she said was inspired by her growing up.[8] The same year, she released her debut album, Hues.[9] Since then, she has released additional singles, including "Breakfast", which she performed on ColorsxStudios.[10] In 2021, Hues was featured on Tyler, The Creator's song "Sweet / I Thought You Wanted to Dance" from his 2021 album Call Me If You Get Lost. Her second studio album, Flora + Fana,[11][12] was released on 25 March 2022, with the deluxe edition released the same year.[13] Fana has toured across the US with artists like Raveena, Snoh Alegra, Lucky Daye, and Giveon.[14][15][16] Hues released her third album, Moth, on June 14, 2024.[17]
Discography
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Yadav, Anushka (2024-08-06). "Fana Hues is a dreamy, powerful and up-and-coming R&B artist that will leave fans wanting more". Now. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Snapes, Laura (2022-03-19). "One to watch: Fana Hues". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ Robertson, Emma (2021-11-10). "Fana Hues: "It feels like completion"". The Talks. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "Fana Hues Continues to Amaze With "Icarus"". Ones to Watch. September 25, 2020. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ "Fana Hues". Bright Antenna Records. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ Polo, Maxamillion (February 9, 2022). "16 Black Artists You Should Listen to This Black History Month (And Every Month)". Ones to Watch. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ a b Monger, Timothy. "Fana Hues Biography, Songs, & Albums". AllMusic. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ Elder, Sajae (August 28, 2020). "Fana Hues makes it a family affair in "Notice Me"". The Fader. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ Silano, Jaime (August 26, 2022). "Fana Hues Is Claiming Her Spot in the Future of R&B". Vice. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ "Fana Hues – Breakfast | A COLORS SHOW". ColorsxStudios. Dec 9, 2021. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ a b Paige, DeAsia (March 25, 2022). "On 'flora + fana,' Fana Hues creates an ecosystem of self-sufficiency". NPR.
- ^ Blanchet, Brenton (May 31, 2022). "Fana Hues: The 'See You Next Year' Interview". Complex. Retrieved 2023-02-11.
- ^ Samuels, Keithan (2023-11-18). "Savannah Ré and Fana Hues Join DJ Rosegold on New Song 'Passion'". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Hussain, Shahzaib (2024-05-01). "Fana Hues Marks Her Return With 'Paper Tigers'". Clash Magazine. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Samuels, Keithan (2022-06-14). "Giveon Announces 'Give or Take Tour' Dates". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Hatfield, Amanda (April 30, 2024). "Lucky Daye announces tour w/ Fana Hues (hear her new single "Paper Tigers")". BrooklynVegan. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Samuels, Keithan (2024-06-18). "Fana Hues Seeks Light on Third Album 'Moth': Stream". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Freedman, Max (December 10, 2020). "Fana Hues Sees All Sides of Heartbreak on Hues". Paste. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
- ^ Okon, Wongo (2024-05-22). "Fana Hues Announces New Album 'MOTH' With Groovy Video For 'Rental'". Uproxx. Retrieved 2024-11-01.
