Ive Mendes

Ive Mendes, a silky smooth pop jazz diva, was discovered by Robin Millar, the legendary producer of Sade and Everything But The Girl. She has been dubbed 'The Brazilian Sade'; softly haunting, husky notes accompanied by gentle Brazilian beats, seductive guitar strings and sultry percussive rhythms.

With her sultry looks, infectious personality and an incredible talent for writing, singing and performing, it's easy to see why Ive is already a star in Asia, Japan, South and Central America, Mexico, the U.S.A and Canada.

Ive's songs are mostly self composed, in a mixture of English and Portuguese, evoking intimate, passionate and spiritual atmospheres and scenarios. From her free-spirited celebration of ‘Natural High’ through her unique Bossa infused interpretation of ‘If You Leave Me Now’ (in both English and French), to the contemplative and moving ‘Another Way’.

Her debut album (released by ourselves and licensed round the world) features songs that combine a mixture of soul, jazz, pop, bossa and chill-out. Having learnt English through her song writing, Ive is produced by the legendary Robin Millar (Sade, Everything But The Girl) who was bowled over by her voice after she sang into his answer machine! Her songs cover all aspects of her life and reflect her Brazilian roots, spiritual faith and Latin passion. The album has been receiving some fantastic press and tracks from the album are featured on countless Chill Out and Lounge compilations around the world.

In her own words..."I am Brazilian and I represent that, but we are not just about Bossa Nova and Samba. It's not just about 'The Girl from Ipanema’; we have our own music and our own style. But most importantly to me as an artist, I am just myself, which is what you will hear in my music and see from my performances. I’m a woman of different aspects – femininity, spirituality, strength, vulnerability, passion and humor. Basically, I am dreamer and communicator and I sing because my intention is to contribute to a better world, but in my own way."

Ive adds: "One of my big inspirations is the Song of Songs of King Soloman, from the Bible. What I love about it is its passionate expression of blessed love and intimacy"

Ive is also an advocate of children’s charities including www.compassionuk.org and is a committed supporter of environmental action efforts such as www.climatecrisis.net & www.watoto.com



Above: Ive Mendes - Natural High official video