his November Oriana Setz brings a more modern approach to her usual acoustic indie folk set with the presence of a 5-piece band including synths, a rock rhythm section, Latin folk percussion and acoustic guitars. This unusual set-up certainly holds up to her unique voice and sense of fashion which, added up, creates a vibrant, one-of-a-kind experience.

Oriana Setz combines Latin American folklore and Indie with reflective lyrics and eclectic and soothing vocals. The Ecuadorian modern-folk singer-songwriter is part of the Latinx alternative music movement called AlterLatino, and in 2016 was awarded for her composition and singing skills. Her talent has been renowned by Forbes Magazine Mexico and other international media in places like Hollywood, California, New Zealand and other parts of the world.

Oriana studied with a full scholarship at Berklee College of Music, where she graduated with honours in 2018 and then spent her time living and performing in America, New Zealand and now the UK. Her music has been described as early Norah Jones and Fiona Apple. For fans of Birdy, Florence and the Machine, AURORA, and AlterLatinxs singer-songwriters such as Natalia Lafourcade, Jorge Drexler, and Shakira in her beginnings.

Oriana Setz’s headline at Nice N Sleazy’s in Glasgow on 2 November 2023 will be supported by singer-songwriter Niamhy Mac from the Highlands and Mike McKenzie, nominated for BBC Radio Scotland Songwriter of the Year.