Quilla (musician) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Quilla
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| Birth name | Anna Luisa Daigneault |
| Also known as | Quilla |
| Born | December 1, 1982 Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Genres | Electronic pop, House, Progressive house, Deep House, Techno, Pop, Experimental Music, Folktronica |
| Occupation(s) | songwriter, producer, vocalist, keyboardist |
| Instruments | keyboards, thumb piano (mbira), vocal looper |
| Years active | 2006 – present |
| Labels | Armada Music, Revealed Recordings, Visionquest, Ritual Fire Records, Neon Records, Ministry of Sound Australia, Universal Music, Vicious, Black Hole, Ministry of Sound South Africa, Haunted Clockwork Records |
Anna Luisa Daigneault (born December 1, 1982), known by her stage name Quilla, is a talented Canadian musician. She is also a member of the electronic folk band called The Queen Bees. Quilla grew up in Montreal, Quebec.
She is well-known for her amazing voice in dance music. She sings in many styles, including progressive house, deep house, and techno. Quilla has also created theme songs for different podcasts.
Quilla's Background and Inspiration
When Quilla was a student at McGill University, she studied anthropology (the study of human societies and cultures) and linguistics (the study of language). She even worked as an archaeologist in places like Belize and Cambodia.
Later, as a graduate student, she focused on languages and singing traditions that were in danger of disappearing in South America. She helped the National Geographic’s Enduring Voices Project. All of her studies have greatly influenced the interesting cultural ideas and unique themes you hear in her music.
What Quilla Sings About
Quilla's songs often have very positive messages. She writes about important feelings like healing, dealing with sadness, overcoming challenges, and learning to love yourself.
In an interview, Quilla explained that she tries to turn everyday emotions into meaningful lyrics. Her goal is for people to feel a strong connection and release their emotions when they listen to her music, especially when they are dancing.
Quilla's Solo Music
Many people are excited to hear what Quilla will create next. She is known for mixing many different music styles and genres in her work.
Her second album, You Got It, came out in April 2017. It received great reviews from music blogs. People praised her "spellbinding and ethereal voice" and her skill in both singing and producing. Reviewers noted that she blends different influences to create her own unique sound.
Quilla released her third album, The Handbook of Vivid Moments, in 2020. This album combines elements of heritage and different music genres. It aims to be a way for her to express herself and empower listeners, all set to dance beats.
