Ladyhawke

Phillipa 'Pip' Brown grew up preferring solitude and music to other children, but despite turning into the "most awkward person ever", she overcame shyness to become an internationally acclaimed musician. Naming herself Ladyhawke after the 1980s fantasy film starring Michelle Pfeiffer, she released her self-titled debut album in 2008. A top seller in New Zealand, it was certified gold in Australia and the United Kingdom; track 'My Delirium' reached the top 10 in Australia and Aotearoa. Ladyhawke won six Tuis at the 2009 NZ Music Awards and a nomination for International Female Solo Artist at the 2010 Brit Awards.