About
Mahalia Barnes is a soul singer for hire in Sydney, NSW.
Mahalia Barnes sings soul, rock and blues, with original recordings alongside her work as a backing vocalist. She formed The Soul Mates around 2005, bringing together musicians from Sydney's soul and blues scene. The band has toured Australia, appeared at festivals and supported artists including Mavis Staples and The Roots. Her live work draws on that shared band experience as well as her own vocal performances.
