Laras unique blend of explosive vocals coupled with softer jazzy undertones and smooth Ballard lingering has branded her a cross between a female James Brown, Erykah Badu and Jill Scott/Whitney Houston. Not surprising her influences are everyone from gospel singer Mahalia Jackson to Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin. Lyn Collins, Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown and Fela Kuti!! On a recent interview on THE BBC, with ENO ERUOTOR, Lara was likened to a cross between Anita Baker n Alisha Keys, Laras got everyone stumped, you just cant put her in a box!!
