Biography
Who is Essyla?
Early life and education
Alice Van Eesbeeck was born in Perwez, Belgium. She spent her childhood in a musical household, split between locations in Flanders and Walloon Brabant. Later, she pursued formal musical training at the Royal Superior Institute of Music and Pedagogy, known as IMEP, located in Namur.
During her formative years, she developed a deep appreciation for several musical styles, including American jazz, rock, folk, and French chanson. These diverse influences shaped her sound as she transitioned into her professional career as a performer and musician.
Musical path and The Voice
Before gaining wider recognition, she participated in the Eurovision Choir 2019 held in Gothenburg, Sweden, as a member of the group Almakalia. In 2020, she competed on the ninth season of The Voice Belgique.
Performing under her birth name, Alice Van Eesbeeck joined the team led by singer Typh Barrow. She successfully advanced through the competition and finished as the runner-up. This television exposure helped her establish a solo presence, allowing her to work as a backing vocalist for artists like Ben'do and Typh Barrow.
Career and Eurovision
Essyla, whose stage name is a reversal of her first name, began releasing original music following her television appearance. She debuted the single Let You Go in 2023 and followed it with her first extended play, titled I'll Be Okay.
In 2026, she was selected to represent Belgium at the Eurovision Song Contest. She performed the track Dancing on the Ice. While she did not win, she qualified for the Grand Final from the first semifinal round and eventually secured the 21st position out of 25 entries.
Birthday and age
Essyla was born on March 30, 1996, which makes Essyla 30 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aries sign. Essyla shares the date with 68 other famous people.
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