Dawnette Fessey or Li’l Dawnette as we like to call her is a rising force on the UK blues scene. With a voice that’s equal parts soulful, gritty, and full of heart, she brings a modern edge to traditional blues and roots. Based in Essex, Dawnette has built a reputation for her commanding stage presence and ability to move seamlessly between raw, emotional storytelling and high-energy, foot-stomping grooves.

Whether fronting her own band or collaborating with other leading players on the circuit, Dawnette’s performances are full of authenticity, passion, and fire — carrying the timeless spirit of the blues into the present day.