Kira Hooks

Redwood City, CA

$300 and up

Travels up to 120 miles

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If You Got A Dream (Live at Theta Sound Studio)

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Overview

Hello! My name is Kira Hooks. I'm a soul/jazz/folk singer/songwriter based in the SF Bay Area. I attended school at the LA College of Music for Vocal Performance and have gained a lot of experience in the past several years touring and performing in venues, house concerts, weddings, and corporate events. I'm currently working towards being a full-time artist/musician. For your event, I can operate as a solo, duo, trio, or full band.


Reviews

7 reviews

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Jacqueline

November 20, 2022
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Beautiful voice

Kira has a beautiful voice to be sure. Unfortunately, her voice was muted either by their weak sound system or the piano player overshadowed her a little too much. When I asked some of my guests after the event how they liked their music they replied , what music? I’m thinking, having an outside venue didn’t help carry the sound well. I recommend an inside venue so you could hear how beautifully she sings.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist


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Amalia H.

August 29, 2021
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AMAZING!!

Kira was great!

Honestly it was a great experience, I asked her to learn a few Spanish songs for our event and she was more than willing. The songs were great and honestly we all loved her singing and her energy. We are now BIG fans and will definitely rehire. I would Definitely recommend.

Hired as: Singer/Songwriter, Singing Guitarist

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Kira Hooks

Amalia, you are wonderful. Thank you so so so much. I loved meeting your family and friends and well. Thank you for the kind words. Would be happy to sing and play for you again!


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Jeffrey G.

February 15, 2020
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Kira is awesome!

She sang to my girlfriend while I proposed to her, on Valentine's day. Kira was professional and sounded amazing. My girlfriend was happily surprised. Thank you again Kira

Hired as: Singing Guitarist


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Alex C.

January 6, 2020
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Excellent performance!

Kira was truly excellent everyone enjoyed her singing!

Hired as: Singer/Songwriter


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Daniel F.

October 21, 2019
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AWESOME work! Couldn't be more happy with how it turned out!

I booked Kira for a secret/surprise proposal taking place in Central Park. I brought my girlfriend (now fiancée) to NYC and worked alongside Kira to find the perfect spot to pop the question. She was super kind, professional and talented and helped me plan the moment to perfection!

For anyone looking to hire a guitarist with an AWESOME voice, Kira is a great choice! Thanks again Kira!!!

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Booking information

Price range: $300 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 30 - 150 minutes

What to expect

A warm, sentimental, engaging performance built off the songwriting, musicianship, and vulnerability.

About

Bay Area based singer/songwriter, Kira Hooks, is an independent and free-spirited soul that refuses to be put in a box. She was born in Houston, TX and raised overseas in The Netherlands, Nigeria, Scotland, and China. Kira's musical versatility is reflective of her exposure and curiosity to cultural differences and emotional similarities. She is always in search of what, ultimately, brings us together and what feels like honest work. This has lead her to remain conversational and light-hearted in her writing process. Through the humbling inspiration of artists such as Stevie Wonder, Antonio Carlos Jobim, (link hidden)ie, and Lianne La Haves, she has grown more in love with her path and is in constant development of her musical abilities. After graduating from the Los Angeles College of Music in Pasadena, CA (2013), she's released two albums, four EPs, and four singles...and moved to Nashville and NYC! She's also been an active member of Concerts In Your Home. Her new full length record, 'Love AtLas(t)' (produced by Jon Estes), was recently released in May 2020 on all streaming platforms.

Additional booking notes

Enough light to look at a set list or music for other musicians. Preferred if a sound guy is there but not necessary...Just a simple acoustic set up (a. guitar, POSSIBLY keys, drums, bass, and e. guitar depending on what's wanted)

Past booked events

October 2022

29

Saturday

Wedding Reception

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Soquel, CA

August 2021

28

Saturday

Anniversary Party

1:00pm - 4:00pm

Gilroy, CA

February 2020

14

Friday

Personal Occasion

8:00pm - 8:15pm

New York City, NY

January 2020

25

Saturday

Surprise

6:00pm - 6:30pm

New York City, NY

December 2019

07

Saturday

Christmas Party

6:30pm - 10:30pm

Colts Neck, NJ

October 2019

19

Saturday

Wedding Engagement

5:00pm - 5:15pm

New York City, NY

May 2019

18

Saturday

Wedding Reception

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Nashville, TN

August 2018

11

Saturday

Surprise

10:00pm - 10:15pm

Nashville, TN

December 2017

09

Saturday

Christmas Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Nashville, TN

January 2017

21

Saturday

Marriott Stage - Winter NAMM

12:00pm - 1:00pm

13

Friday

OUR HOUSE Concert Series

6:00pm - 8:00pm

December 2016

14

Wednesday

Two Old Hippies (Writers Round)

5:30pm - 6:30pm

10

Saturday

Writers Round at Bobby's Idle Hour

7:00pm - 8:00pm

03

Saturday

The Listening Room - Writers Round (Nashville)

11:00am - 12:00pm

02

Friday

Alley Taps (Nashville)

7:00pm - 8:00pm

November 2016

11

Friday

Writers Round at Bobby's Idle Hour

8:00pm - 9:00pm

06

Sunday

Cozy Cabin House Concerts

4:00pm - 5:00pm

02

Wednesday

Rockwood Music Hall

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Set list

Original Songs and a few covers of my choice (or yours)

Influences and inspiration

Melody Gardot
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Norah Jones
Moses Sumney
Allen Stone
Stevie Wonder
Emily King
Ernie Halter
Joni Mitchell
Sara Bareilles

Setup requirements

PA

Microphone

Microphone Stand

Quarter Inch Cable (I can provide, but preferred)

XLR Cable (I can provide, but preferred)

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