Biography

Influenced by the likes of Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, Journey and One Republic, Tora promises to deliver songs with lyrics that are introspective and melodies that get stuck in your head.

Tora grew up in Tucson and began her singing career at age 6 with the national children’s group Sunshine Generation. Later she graduated to musical theater, dance and group and solo vocal performances with the non-profit Tucson group, Kids Unlimited. She spent most of her childhood with Kids Unlimited performing around the state and received instruction in dance, vocals, acting and musical theater. In addition to performing with the group, she is credited with over 100 performances of the National Anthem at local sporting events including Wildcat Basketball and Gymnastics, Sidewinders and Diamondbacks baseball and Nascar.

As a teenager writing and performing her own music, Tora fronted three of Tucson’s most recognized indie rock bands, including LESS THAN FAMOUS, before moving on to concentrate on a career as a solo artist. She then became interested in singing competitions and won the title of Fox Icon and later went on to win the judges hearts in Lucky Break.

Fans can see Tora on X Factor this season. She opened the season by wowing all 4 judges, including Simon Cowell, with her rousing rendition of the Jackson 5 song “I Want You Back”. She is one of 150 contestants put through to the Boot Camp round to where contestants work with vocal coaches and choreographers to fine tune their performance skills. Impressing judges with her group and solo performance in front of a crowd of 3000, Tora has advanced with 31 others to the “Judges Homes” round where she continues to tune her skills and is being mentored by Simon Cowell who has called Tora a “little rock star.” Tora is really excited about this opportunity to share her music with so many new fans!