Today we’d like to introduce you to Brenda Famina
Hi Brenda, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
Hello, my name is Brenda Famina, but I go by Bree Famina in my music career. Originally, I’m from the Democratic Republic of Congo and grew up in Kinshasa as the second oldest of seven siblings. At 17, I moved to Utah to attend Utah Valley University and study biology. Although healthcare has always been one of my passions, music has always had a special place in my heart. After spending a few years in Utah, I felt disconnected from life and turned to music as a form of healing.
I’m an Afrobeat singer, but I also create R&B and pop music. My upbringing in Kinshasa, with its rich culture, is a constant influence on my sound. My father, a musician, introduced me to the world of music early on, taking me to the studio with him and even letting me sing on some of his tracks. My love for music truly began when I joined my church choir as a child.
In 2018, I began recording professionally, and in 2019, I released my first single, “Is It True?” The positive feedback from friends and family gave me the confidence to pursue music full-time. Since then, I’ve released a joint EP titled Say It All with my friend and manager, Kickays. Over the years, I’ve performed in various venues around Salt Lake City, and I’m excited to see where my journey takes me next.
One of my proudest moments so far was performing at Madison Square Garden as an opener for renowned French artist Gims. It was an unforgettable experience, made possible by Chrizi Jamer, who invited me to perform our song “One in a Million.”
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
This journey has been incredible so far. I’ve loved performing and creating music along the way. One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced is the financial side of things. I’ve been performing locally, releasing music, and sharing content on social media, but it feels like I need to do more to get my voice heard. I truly believe I have something meaningful to share, and no matter what, I’ll keep pushing forward because creating music is my passion and what I genuinely love to do. The music scene in Utah has been growing so much, and I’m loving the increase in diversity—it’s definitely needed. The audience here is really open-minded, and it’s amazing to see all the new opportunities it’s creating for us artists.
What makes you happy?
Creating music brings me so much joy. From the initial writing stage to the moment I release a song and finally share it with the audience—it’s an indescribable experience. I can’t really compare it to anything else. I always strive to stay true to myself and be authentic, so my listeners can connect with and understand me better. When people relate to my music, it feels like the highest form of praise. Hearing them sing along with me during a performance is such a powerful, healing moment—it reminds me that I’m not alone, and that others feel the same way too.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://linktr.ee/Breefamina
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breefamina
- Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/bree-bree/1489811910
- Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2RF15KH69vhyOb5MC4FveV
