Lauren Marshall

Lauren Marshall is an accomplished vocalist, musician, and performing artist originally from Hawke’s Bay where she is still available for gigging with family based locally, and currently based between Christchurch and Auckland. With a background in jazz, soul, and theatre, she regularly plays solo and with multiple bands around the city. Lauren has spent many years working professionally in touring shows and musical theatre, as well as performing on board cruise ships in New Zealand and overseas. Lauren also writes and performs her own music under the artist name ‘LOVETA’, recently opening for the legendary Dionne Warwick, and playing at Electric Avenue Festival earlier this year. In 2024 Lauren joined the iconic kiwi rock band ‘Tadpole’ as their new lead singer, and has been performing with them at festivals around the country. Bringing a mix of smooth stripped-back soulful vibes, and well as vibrant party energy, Lauren can cater and adapt to any occasion as an acoustic soloist, in a duo, or band.