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Sylvia Tella is a force in the reggae and lovers rock scenes, hailing from Cheetham Hill, she was born to English and Nigerian parents. 

Her music career began in the 1970s when she was spotted by Frank Farian who booked her as backing vocalist for Boney M on the live circuit.  Soon after, she embarked on a successful solo career, releasing her debut album Spell in 1981 that was produced by the acclaimed Jamaican producer Lloyd Charmers.

Tella’s distinctive sound and powerful voice have led to collaborations with some of the most respected names in reggae music, Alton Ellis, the godfather of Rocksteady and Ernest Ranglin, one of the pioneers of reggae music.

Sylvia also found chart success with her collaboration with The Blow Monkeys in 1989 and again with Pop Will Eat Itself in 1990.

Despite her international commercial success, Sylvia Tella remains an independent artist, continuing to release music that spans multiple genres, from reggae to pop.

Her 1993 hit Special Way is just one example of her lasting influence in the reggae community.