Tima Reece

Tima Reece is an experienced South African singer and performer, who is widely recognised both on local and international scene. Tema passion for music began since the age of nine. She participated in many successful talent search competitions, and has always exceeding expectations. She attributes her natural radiance and confidence to her drama education at the National School of the Arts, which has been the springboard to the remarkable success she has achieved in her short career.

Her talent was recognised when she was introduced to and snapped up by, the New York-based recording company Strictly Rhythm in 2002. She was flown to New York and immediately began recording her first International album. Strictly Rhythm were thrilled to have the opportunity to launch Tima's career, and her success since then has done justice to the confidence they placed in her. During her recording period in New York, she spent time writing with many influential names in the industry, such as Calvin Gaines, Mark Wilson, Mike Mason, and Marc Dorsey – people who have written and produced albums for stars such as Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey. Shortly after Tia’s return to South Africa from the United States, her album was released, with its well-deserved success earning her a SAMA Award nomination.

She teamed up with ex-101 pop star Kurt Herman to produce they their own show “Versus”, which featured hit songs by Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears and many other International names. The production toured Cape Town to acclaim in December 2003 and January 2004. Later In 2004, Tia and Kurt performed at Caesars Gauteng in the show “Ovation,” which showcased their singing and dancing skills in an up-tempo musical production, featuring Pop\Rn’B and Hip-Hop. Also in 2004, and continuing at Caesars Gauteng, Tia performed in the hit Cabaret show 'Broadway'. This show encompassed many Broadway hit musicals, and included songs from 'Chicago', 'Evita', 'Mamma Mia', 'The Lion King', and many more.