Sophie Hunger

Sophie Hunger, born Émilie Jeanne-Sophie Welti on March 31, 1983, in Bern, Switzerland, is a versatile singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and film composer. She grew up in various cities, including Zurich, Bonn, and London, due to her diplomat father's career. Sophie's musical journey began with influences from jazz, which her parents enjoyed, and later expanded to hip-hop, R&B, rock, country, bluegrass, and folk. She started her career as a vocalist for the electronic collective Superterz and later fronted the indie band Fisher. Her solo career took off with the debut album "Sketches on Sea" in 2006, followed by critically acclaimed albums like "Monday's Ghost" and "1983." Sophie Hunger is known for her eclectic style, often blending genres such as folk, rock, pop, and chansons, and has performed at notable festivals like Glastonbury.

Sophie Hunger has continued to evolve her sound, releasing albums like "The Danger of Light," "Supermoon," "Molecules," and "Halluzinationen," which showcase her versatility and experimentation with electronic elements. She has also collaborated with other artists and participated in projects like the Bundesvision Song Contest. In addition to her solo work, Sophie has been involved in soundtracks and has formed a supergroup called Brandão Faber Hunger, releasing an album titled "Ich liebe Dich" in Swiss German. Currently based in Berlin, Sophie Hunger remains a dynamic figure in the music scene, celebrated for her unique voice and genre-bending compositions.

Genres

Pop

Experimental

R&b

Hip Hop

Indie Rock

Singer-songwriter

Folk

Rock

Indie Folk

Alternative Rock

Jazz

Art Pop

Country

Chanson

Latest Release

Cinéma (Original Soundtrack)

Sophie Hunger

Album - 26 Tracks - Released October 13, 2023