I'm a prolific singer-songwriter, performing artist, and event manager with a passion for storytelling through melody. I cut my teeth in the London and Los Angeles scenes, writing across folk, rock, country, and pop, and I bring a collaborative spirit to every project. Over the past 7+ years I have written, recorded, produced, and promoted music for emerging artists and commercial releases, hosted open-mic nights, and managed band activities. I'm driven to apply creative professionalism to new opportunities and help projects thrive in vibrant music communities.

Enrique Cesar Lastra

I'm a prolific singer-songwriter, performing artist, and event manager with a passion for storytelling through melody. I cut my teeth in the London and Los Angeles scenes, writing across folk, rock, country, and pop, and I bring a collaborative spirit to every project. Over the past 7+ years I have written, recorded, produced, and promoted music for emerging artists and commercial releases, hosted open-mic nights, and managed band activities. I'm driven to apply creative professionalism to new opportunities and help projects thrive in vibrant music communities.

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I’m a prolific singer-songwriter, performing artist, and event manager with a passion for storytelling through melody. I cut my teeth in the London and Los Angeles scenes, writing across folk, rock, country, and pop, and I bring a collaborative spirit to every project.

Over the past 7+ years I have written, recorded, produced, and promoted music for emerging artists and commercial releases, hosted open-mic nights, and managed band activities. I’m driven to apply creative professionalism to new opportunities and help projects thrive in vibrant music communities.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Songwriter, Recording Artist, and Producer at Self-employed
August 1, 2017 - Present
Worked across all genres with a foundation in folk, rock, country, and pop, contributing harmonic, melodic, and lyrical elements to releases from emerging artists and commercial music. Produced and promoted original music and accompanying DIY music videos weekly for several months. Performed and produced a live “one-take” debut album and curated a stage for the LA County Fair 2025.
Recording Artist, Performer and Band Manager at Sunflower Ashes
August 1, 2020 - September 4, 2025
Managed creative, administrative, and marketing efforts for a 7-piece alt-country band in London. Developed an understanding and appreciation of the London music economy.
Freelance Songwriter, Recording Artist, and Producer at Independent / Freelance
August 1, 2017 - Present
Wrote, recorded, produced, released, and promoted a song with an accompanying DIY music video each week from July to October; contributed harmonic, melodic, and lyrical content to releases for emerging artists and commercial music; clientele included Valeria Miró and Hogarth Productions; produced a live 'one-take' debut album The Burrito Years; performed at and curated a stage for LA County Fair 2025.
Recording Artist, Performer and Band Manager at Sunflower Ashes
August 1, 2020 - September 13, 2025
Oversaw creative, administrative, and marketing ventures for a 7-piece alt-country band; performed voice and rhythm guitar; co-managed marketing and administration of the single 'Skeletons'; gained understanding of the London music economy.
Open Mic Night Host at Avignone’s Cocktails Lounge
June 1, 2025 - September 13, 2025
Hosted weekly open mic night, performed as MC, and handled promotional and administrative duties as co-host.

Education

BA with Honors in Songwriting at University of Sussex
September 1, 2017 - August 1, 2020

Qualifications

ServSafe Manager certification
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services