The ISSA Music Awards in Atlanta, Georgia, have become a prominent annual event in the music industry, and it is an event that is looked forward to by many.
The International Singer-Songwriter Association (ISSA) was established to provide recognition and support to independent artists across the globe. The ISSA Music Awards act as a platform to honor musicians who have displayed exceptional talent, creativity, and dedication to their craft. By celebrating their achievements, the awards aim to encourage and inspire independent artists to pursue their musical aspirations.
The ISSA Music Awards ceremony is a grand affair, where artists, industry professionals, and music enthusiasts converge to celebrate the best in independent music. The event showcases dazzling red carpet arrivals, where artists and guests make a glamorous entrance, adorned in their finest attire. The air is filled with excitement and anticipation, as attendees eagerly await the announcement of winners in various categories
Beyond the glitz and glamour, the ISSA Music Awards play a crucial role in empowering independent artists. By shining a spotlight on their achievements, the awards provide validation and recognition, helping artists gain exposure and expand their fan base. The event also serves as a networking opportunity, connecting artists with industry professionals, fostering collaborations, and opening doors to new opportunities within the music business.
Singer songwriter Rachel Dara who has released 5 radio singles with BIG Records which include, Eighteen, Broken Friendships, Noe's Birthday Party, Young and Alone and Sunset Boy made her way to Atlanta Georgia to take part in the 5th Annual ISSA Awards Show. The team at BIG Records were on hand as well for the live event that took place on Saturday August 5th at the Sandy Springs Performing Centre in Atlanta Georgia. The anticipation mounted each time one of the artist were nominated for their category.
The crowd roared as well as the team at BIG Records when sixteen year old Rachel Dara was presented with not only ONE but TWO ISSA Awards.
INTERNATIONAL FEMALE RISING STAR
Rachel Dara – CA
INTERNATIONAL FEMALE MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Silver – Rachel Dara – CA – “Eighteen”
Rachel Dara
The making of Rachel Dara – Singer Songwriter
There are many words that might describe Rachel Dara. Chanteuse, storyteller, poetess, bard. She crosses boundaries all the time, but one thing that differentiates her from the rest is her ability to transform a story into a song in her Indie folk rock genre.
Rachel Dara began to play onstage in front of audiences for Talent Nation, weekly at “open mic at Boulzeye” and the annual “Argenteuil en Blues” festival. She was Invited to audition directly in New York for producers of America’s Got Talent and also attended Vocal Star to learn about the business behind the music industry.
The Covid Concert Crucible
Then the pandemic hit, affecting her more than most. With autoimmune disorders in her immediate family, she was forced to stay home from school. She needed an outlet…50 one hour long “Covid Concerts” every Saturday evening allowed her to connect to her fans to provide inspiration and comfort through her covers, then ultimately her own music.
Things began to roll. She was approached by, then engaged Michelle Treacy as her vocal coach and mentor.
She won the Just For Kids Voices competition where she met local radio and TV hosts Jason Rockman of CHOM FM, Shannon King morning Co-Host of 95.9 Virgin Mornings and Mark Bergman from the Beat 92.5. She was featured by Mike Cohen in The Suburban, played on iHeartRadio’s CJAD Nightside Idol with Jon Pole and then interviewed by Adriana Gentile on It Was Captured. Finally, it culminated with Metro Media featuring her in both Metro Magazine and the front page of District Musique magazine.
Her writing and style is far more mature than her age, she has a feel and sound like Joni Mitchell
Mark Howard / Record Producer
At her young age she is already years beyond… incredible raw talent.
Jon Pole – Radio Host
The Next Big Invention
Watching patiently and inspired from across the continent was her mentor Tim Steinruck, who came away from the ISSA awards show with 3 awards. A legend of hard rock through his band “The Mighty One”. Tim was just as trapped as Rachel and her light gave him hope to share with his family. After watching over a dozen concerts Tim reached out and began to forge a relationship with her father and eventually was instrumental in connecting Rachel Dara with Mark Howard, a legendary record producer & engineer who has produced Rachels 1st live style acoustic album “The Next Big Invention”.
Rachel Dara joined the team at BIG Records a year ago and has been making her way all over the world with radio play, interviews, and magazine articles. She can now add TWO prestigious awards to her list of accomplishments. Its time you follow this talented artist from Montreal Quebec Canada.
The video Rachel won INTERNATIONAL FEMALE MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR - Silver
"Eighteen"
Rachel Dara (@racheldaramusic) • Instagram photos and videos
Tim Steinruckpro
Commented 15 Aug, 2023
So proud of you Rachel! The best part is .. YOU‘ve ONLY JUST BEGUN!