REFUSE TO SHRINK
bio
I am Nisha Imanie, a London-based artist building percussion-led, go-go funk-infused pop driven by rhythm, chant and commanding vocals.
My sound sits at the intersection of performance, culture and purpose — designed to create impact, command attention and connect through live, collective energy.
Built on percussion and Gospel inspired chants. my music is designed in a way that invites participation.
Raised in an environment that challenged limitation, my work is rooted in intention, expansion and presence.
ARTIST STATEMENT
“Refuse to Shrink” is the foundation of everything I create.
My musical world is not made to sit in the background — it is built to be felt, repeated and remembered.
I create from a place of refusal and expansion, shaping work that challenges limitation and invites people to take up space.
This is not passive listening — it’s participation.
I don’t create to fit into the industry — I create to shift it.
THE “REFUSE TO SHRINK” ERA BEGINS HERE
PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Nisha Imanie has gained industry attention while delivering powerful live performances across cultural landmarks and fashion stages:
London Fashion Awards – Headline Performance
Croydon Sports Arena – Live Stage Headline Performance
The Sail Loft – Featured Artist Performance
Newham Christmas Light Switch-On – Headline Performer
INDUSTRY RECOGNITION
Gained online attention from Grammy-winning artist “Jazmine Sullivan”
Recognised by international artist “Snoh Aalegra”
Supported by “Fenty Beauty”, receiving brand recognition and product support
Music used in choreography by dance creatives across West Africa
Music featured in choreography sessions at Pineapple Dance Studios, London
Commissioned to create music for a short film honouring Disabled American activist “Judith Heumann”
Collaborated on music for campaigns and events led by disabled activist and director “Michelle Daley”
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