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Sonia Aletta Nel (born September 25, 1971, in Omaruru, Namibia), better known as Nianell, is a singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist.

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South Africa
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1971-09-25

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In South-Africa, the world-class singer-songwriter Nianell is known as the vivacious, fiery-haired and angel-tongued majestic mistress of music. With her immaculate voice, she dazzles with ease among four octaves. She is a vocal gymnast, her music original and exciting. Elements of Folk, Pop, R&B, Country, Classic and even Celtic music are all fused into her own unique style. Nianell was born in Omaruru, a tiny Namibian town, between Windhoek and Swakopmund. <a href="https://www.last.fm/music/

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www.nianell.co.za
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date of birth
1971-09-25
birth name
Sonia Nel
start of work period
1990-00-00
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Sonia Aletta Nel (born September 25, 1971, in Omaruru, Namibia), better known as Nianell, is a singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist.

==Biography== After growing up in Windhoek, Namibia, Nianell graduated with a three-year diploma in light music from Pretoria Technikon in South Africa. She studied classical music at Trinity College in London and at the University of South Africa.

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