Sophie Mashlan is one of the most evocative new artists on the New Zealand indie scene.

With a sound steeped in folk, but also shining with a unique and refreshing blend of indie pop, the young singer-songwriter is without question an ‘act to watch’.

At 15, Sophie found herself immersed in the Auckland folk scene, where she found a strong sense of community and comfort. She felt welcomed by a group that was inclusive and real. At folk bars, clubs and festivals, Sophie become a familiar face. She honed her live performance, moulding her own special sound and style and bringing something completely new to the table.

It was also her passion for performing live and a sheer determination to forge her own path in music, which at just 17 years of age, led her to organise her first tour. Within two years, the now 19-year-old had chalked up numerous shows and tours, including support slots for well-known acts such as Vance Joy, Boyce Avenue, Joshua Radin, Graham Candy and Donovan Frankenreiter, who she opened for on his 2018 New Zealand tour. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.