Lurine Cato facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Lurine Cato MBE
Britain's Got Talent with the B Positive Choir 2018
Background information
Birth name	Lurine Lilian Cato
Born	London, England
Genres	Gospel Soul R&B Jazz Dance
Occupation(s)	Singer songwriter session vocalist vocal tutor public speaker
Instruments	Vocals
Years active	2008–present
Labels	Indie

Lurine Lilian Cato is a British gospel singer, songwriter, and a vocalist who sings for other artists. She won a MOBO Award for Best Gospel Act in 2013. She also reached the finals of Britain's Got Talent 2018 with the B Positive Choir.

Lurine's Early Life

Lurine Cato started singing at just three years old! She was part of the COGIC UK National Convention. She sang in the Sunshine Band, where she learned to sing in harmony and as a solo artist. Lurine is the ninth of eleven children, and she says her mom and sisters were her first music teachers.

When she was eight, Lurine entered the Enfield Borough Talent Competition. She sang "Let's Hear It For The Boy" by Denise Williams and won second place. Her sister told her to try again the next year. This time, she sang “Greatest Love of All” by George Benson. She won first place and a special award called the Aunty G Cup!

Later, in her twenties, Lurine toured with famous groups like the Lighthouse Family and the late Lynden David Hall. She also formed a group called Redeemed with Marie Carter and two other singers. Eventually, it became a duet with just Lurine and Marie. They opened concerts for big gospel artists like Hezekiah Walker and Kirk Franklin in places like the Royal Festival Hall in London.

Lurine's Music Career and Achievements

Lurine Cato has sung backing vocals for many well-known artists. In 2001 and 2002, she toured with Australian pop star Kylie Minogue. She also recorded vocals for Adele's first album, 19, in 2008. Lurine has also provided vocals for artists like Sigma, Union J, Hozier, Rebecca Ferguson, and even Elton John for his song “Rocket Man”.

In 2016, Lurine performed at a holiday concert to help Demelza Hospice Care for Children. She also sang at the MVISA Awards that year.

Besides her MOBO Award win in 2013, Lurine has won many other music awards. These include the Premier Gospel Award for Best Female Artist in 2016 and 2017, and the BEFFTA Award for Best Gospel Act in 2013. She also performed at the 2012 London Olympics for a special celebration.

Lurine was a featured artist at the first European True Worship Summit, a gospel conference. The event ended with a concert where the B Positive Choir performed with Lurine.

Lurine at the NHS 70th Celebration, York Minster Cathedral

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, invited Lurine to sing at his campaign dinner. She also became the official Vocal Coach for ITV's "Sing It To Win It Competition" in 2018.

Lurine and the B Positive Choir appeared on The One Show on the BBC. They were working to raise awareness about sickle cell disease and the importance of blood donation. Lurine and the B Positive Choir were contestants on Britain's Got Talent 2018. They got 'yes' votes from all four judges after their audition. They made it to the finals, even getting a 'wild card' spot from Simon Cowell. Although they didn't win, they performed their audition song again in the finals.

Lurine has also been involved with the NHS 70th Celebrations, performing at York Minster Cathedral. She was the main singer with the B Positive Choir at Westminster Abbey for a Commonwealth Day celebration.

In 2020, Lurine received the International Women's Day Award from the Mayor of Enfield. She was also appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2020 Birthday Honours for her work in charity and music. In December 2021, she went to Windsor Castle to receive her MBE award from Princess Anne.

Helping Others: Charitable Work

Lurine Cato is very active in charity work. She supports The Children's Society, which works to help children living in poverty around the world.

In 2016, she performed at St James's Palace for the Diana Award. This award celebrates young people who make a difference in their communities. After her performance, she was invited to sing at a private event at Althorp House, the home of Earl Spencer (who is the brother of Diana, Princess of Wales).

Lurine made her first TV performance at the MOBO Awards in November 2017 with the B Positive Choir. In December 2017, the B-Positive choir released a charity song called "Rise Up," with Lurine as the lead singer. They also sang Christmas songs at St. Pancras station that month.

In June 2019, Lurine and the B Positive Choir performed at the Audi Sentebale Concert at Hampton Court Palace. Other artists like Rita Ora were there too. Prince Harry attended to support Sentebale, a charity he started that helps children affected by HIV in South Africa.

Helping Others: Community Work

Lurine Cato is also involved in community projects. She sang at "One Minute in May," a concert focused on young people who have been victims of violent crime. She also performed at HM Prison Elmley for a program that helps prisoners and staff with personal growth and positive thinking.

Lurine created a program called The Mighty Men Experience. This program highlights positive male role models and brings men together to fight knife and gun crime. She wrote the song “Keep Fighting” as the main theme for this project.

In April 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Lurine and other British artists recorded the hymn “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” on YouTube. They wanted to bring hope and inspiration to people in Great Britain and around the world.

Lurine also worked with singers from different countries to record Amazing Grace by Dottie Rambo. This was to help the Cavall Nurses' Trust, which raises money for National Health Service nurses who might be facing difficulties.

Lurine's Music: Discography

Lurine Cato has released her own music, including albums and singles.

Awards and Nominations

Lurine Cato has received many awards and nominations for her music and contributions.