Chubby Checker booked for AARP’s “Rock ‘n Rollin'” Sock Hop virtual dance party
5 years ago
United States Sophie B. Hawkins is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter known for her distinctive voice and independent spirit, with a career spanning over three decades and multiple hit songs.
Interested in booking Sophie B Hawkins?
Request A ShowSophie B. Hawkins had a recording contract with Sony Music (Columbia Records) for her first two albums, "Tongues and Tails" and "Whaler." She later severed ties with them after a dispute over creative control for her third album, "Timbre."
Sophie B. Hawkins performed at the Hollywood Schoolhouse and participated in 'Free Myself: A Conversation and Concert' to close out Pride Month with the City of West Hollywood.
In May 2010, Hawkins began supporting Waterkeeper Alliance, an organization focused on protecting waterways. She donated all proceeds from her single "The Land, the Sea, and the Sky" to the organization.
In February 2011, Hawkins performed at the Big Gay Party event staged by GOProud, an organization for gay conservatives, during the Conservative Political Action Conference. She also expressed her views on various political issues in an interview for reason.tv.
In 2017, Hawkins lent her voice in support of The Trevor Project's 20th Anniversary celebration video campaign, an organization dedicated to LGBTQ youth suicide prevention.
Sophie Ballantine Hawkins was born on November 1, 1964, in New York City. She briefly attended the Manhattan School of Music to study percussion before deciding to pursue a full-time career in music. Her debut album, “Tongues and Tails,” released in 1992, quickly brought her international recognition. This album featured the successful single “Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover,” which reached number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US and number 14 in the UK. The album’s critical and commercial success led to a Grammy Award nomination for Best New Artist in 1993.
Her second album, “Whaler,” released in 1994 and produced by Stephen Lipson, further solidified her career, producing another US top 10 hit, “As I Lay Me Down.” Three singles from “Whaler” entered the UK Top 40, including “Right Beside You,” which peaked at number 13. By 1998, Hawkins faced challenges with her record label, Sony Music, regarding her third album, “Timbre.” The label requested changes to her material, which she resisted to maintain artistic integrity. This led her to establish her own independent label, Trumpet Swan Productions, in 2001, allowing her to release subsequent recordings on her own terms.
Beyond her musical achievements, Hawkins has actively supported animal rights, environmental causes, and LGBTQ+ rights. She starred as Janis Joplin in the 2012 play “Room 105” and released her fifth album of new material, “The Crossing,” in the same year. In 2013, she appeared as herself on the TV series “Community.” Her latest album, “Free Myself,” was released in 2023. Throughout her career, Sophie B. Hawkins has consistently shown resilience and dedication to her artistic vision and social advocacy.
Curious about our offerings or have inquiries? We're eager to assist!
Just complete the form, and we'll respond promptly.
