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{{short description|American singer}}
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''Not to be confused with the perpetrator of the [[Nova Scotia killings#Perpetrator|Nova Scotia killings]]''


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{{distinguish|text=Gabriel Wortman, perpetrator of the [[2020 Nova Scotia attacks#Perpetrator|2020 Nova Scotia attacks]]}}
{{notability|Music|date=August 2018}}
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{{Infobox musical artist
{{Infobox musical artist
| name = Gabrielle Wortman
| name = Gabrielle Wortman
| image = Gabrielle wortman.jpg
| image = Gabrielle wortman.jpg
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| birth_name =
| background = solo_singer
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| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1989|3|25|mf=yes}}
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| birth_name =
| birth_place = New York City, U.S.
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| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1989|3|25|mf=yes}}
| birth_place = [[New York City]], [[New York (state)|New York]], U.S.
| origin = Los Angeles, U.S.
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| genre = {{flatlist|*[[Alternative pop]]
| origin = [[Los Angeles]], [[California]], U.S.
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| genre = {{flatlist|*[[Alternative pop]]
*[[alternative rock]]
*[[alternative rock]]
*[[Indie pop|indie]]
*[[Indie pop|indie]]
*[[Soul music|soul]]}}
*[[Soul music|soul]]}}
| occupation = Singer, songwriter, film composer, pianist, guitarist, producer
| occupation = Singer, songwriter, film composer, pianist, guitarist, producer
| instrument = Piano, guitar, vocals
| instrument = Piano, guitar, vocals
| years_active = 2011–present
| years_active = 2011–present
| associated_acts =
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[[File:GabrielleWortman2018.png|thumb|Wortman singing with Smoke Season at Tarfest, September 2018, in Los Angeles, California.]]
[[File:GabrielleWortman2018.png|thumb|Wortman singing with Smoke Season at Tarfest, September 2018, in Los Angeles, California.]]
'''Gabrielle Wortman''' (born March 25, 1989) is an [[United States|American]] [[alternative rock]] musician, former lead singer of the band [[TEMP3ST]]. Since 2013, she is a member of the band Smoke Season.
'''Gabrielle Wortman''' (born March 25, 1989) is an American [[alternative rock]] musician, former lead singer of the band [[TEMP3ST]]. Since 2013, they are a member of the band Smoke Season. They are also known by their artist name '''Biianco'''.


==Career==
==Career==
===Early years===
===Early years===
Wortman moved to Los Angeles in 2007 to attend the [[University of California]] for a degree in Music Media and Management.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} While at UCLA, Gabrielle performed in both the 2009 and 2011 [[UCLA Spring Sing]] events.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} Her performance in the Strathmore Players' rendition of ''[[Jerry Maguire|Jerry Maguire the Musical]]'' in 2009 won them the ''Bruin's Choice Award'' as well as the award for ''Best Production''.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} In 2009, Gabrielle Wortman worked with producer Sejo Navajas to record her first studio album.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} It was nominated for the Los Angeles Music Awards' ''AAA Album of the Year'' category.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}
Wortman moved to Los Angeles in 2007 to attend the [[University of California]] for a degree in Music Media and Management.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} While at UCLA, Gabrielle performed in both the 2009 and 2011 [[UCLA Spring Sing]] events.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} Their performance in the Strathmore Players' rendition of ''[[Jerry Maguire|Jerry Maguire the Musical]]'' in 2009 won them the ''Bruin's Choice Award'' as well as the award for ''Best Production''.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} In 2009, Gabrielle Wortman worked with producer Sejo Navajas to record their first studio album.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} It was nominated for the Los Angeles Music Awards' ''AAA Album of the Year'' category.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}


On April 13, 2011 she released her second album, ''The Voodoo EP'', on April 13, 2011, which held #1 position on the [[Reverbnation]] "What' Hot" Chart for a seven consecutive days.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://thecelebritycafe.com/contests/thecelebritycafecoms-artist-month|title=TheCelebrityCafe.com's Artist of the Month|date=2011-04-22|website=thecelebritycafe.com|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110427094725/http://thecelebritycafe.com/contests/thecelebritycafecoms-artist-month|archivedate=2011-04-27|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.starpulse.com:80/news/Brittany_Frederick/2011/05/09/gabrielle_wortman_dishes_on_selfmade_m|url-status=dead|title=Gabrielle Wortman Dishes On Self-Made Music|date=2011-05-09|website=starpulse.com|author=Brittany Frederick|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110519111344/http://www.starpulse.com/news/Brittany_Frederick/2011/05/09/gabrielle_wortman_dishes_on_selfmade_m|archivedate=2011-05-19|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref> The release earned her a win at the 2011 Malibu Music Awards for "alternative rock song of the year" and 2011 [[Hollywood Music in Media Awards]] nominations for both the "Best Alternative Song" and "Best Music Video" categories, making her the only artist to be nominated twice in one year.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hmmawards.org/?p=1694|title=April 2011 Music Genre Nominees|publisher=[[Hollywood Music in Media Awards]]|date=2011-05-19 |accessdate=2018-08-19|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120423163157/http://www.hmmawards.org/?p=1694|archivedate=2012-04-23}}</ref> In 2011, Gabrielle and her touring band performed at Seattle Pridefest, the United States' largest free gay rights festival.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}
On April 13, 2011 they released their second album, ''The Voodoo EP'', on April 13, 2011, which held #1 position on the [[ReverbNation]] "What' Hot" Chart for a seven consecutive days.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://thecelebritycafe.com/contests/thecelebritycafecoms-artist-month|title=TheCelebrityCafe.com's Artist of the Month|date=2011-04-22|website=thecelebritycafe.com|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110427094725/http://thecelebritycafe.com/contests/thecelebritycafecoms-artist-month|archivedate=2011-04-27|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.starpulse.com:80/news/Brittany_Frederick/2011/05/09/gabrielle_wortman_dishes_on_selfmade_m|url-status=dead|title=Gabrielle Wortman Dishes On Self-Made Music|date=2011-05-09|website=starpulse.com|author=Brittany Frederick|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110519111344/http://www.starpulse.com/news/Brittany_Frederick/2011/05/09/gabrielle_wortman_dishes_on_selfmade_m|archivedate=2011-05-19|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref> The release earned them a win at the 2011 Malibu Music Awards for "alternative rock song of the year" and 2011 [[Hollywood Music in Media Awards]] nominations for both the "Best Alternative Song" and "Best Music Video" categories, making them the only artist to be nominated twice in one year.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hmmawards.org/?p=1694|title=April 2011 Music Genre Nominees|publisher=[[Hollywood Music in Media Awards]]|date=2011-05-19 |accessdate=2018-08-19|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120423163157/http://www.hmmawards.org/?p=1694|archivedate=2012-04-23}}</ref> In 2011, Gabrielle and their touring band performed at Seattle Pridefest, the United States' largest free gay rights festival.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}


===''The Voodoo EP''===
===''The Voodoo EP''===
In 2011, Gabrielle teamed up with Navajas to produce her second studio release, ''The Voodoo EP''. The EP's first single, "Don't Let Me Lose Control", experienced international airplay on terrestrial and internet stations as well as national attention from press. In April 2011, Gabrielle Wortman worked with director Michael Bromberg and producer Nick Horowitz, for her the official "Don't Let Me Lose Control" music video. The video has subsequently been programmed for [[Fuse TV|Fuse]], [[VH1]], and [[MTV]].
In 2011, Gabrielle teamed up with Navajas to produce their second studio release, ''The Voodoo EP''. The EP's first single, "Don't Let Me Lose Control", experienced international airplay on terrestrial and internet stations as well as national attention from press. In April 2011, Gabrielle Wortman worked with director Michael Bromberg and producer Nick Horowitz, for their "Don't Let Me Lose Control" music video. The video has subsequently been programmed for [[Fuse TV|Fuse]], [[VH1]], and [[MTV]].


Wortman has been performing with her band since 2010. The band's concerts included festivals such as 2011 Seattle Pridefest,{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} 2011 Women of Substance Radio Showcase,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wosradio.com/apps/calendar/showEvent?calID=3732150&eventID=135729097|date=June 22, 2011|title=Women of Substance Radio Showcase|website=wosradio.com|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110615055431/http://www.wosradio.com/apps/calendar/showEvent?calID=3732150&eventID=135729097|archivedate=June 15, 2011|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref> and Los Angeles's [[Hotel Cafe]] nightclub.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}
Wortman has been performing with their band since 2010. The band's concerts included festivals such as 2011 Seattle Pridefest,{{citation needed|date=August 2018}} 2011 Women of Substance Radio Showcase,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.wosradio.com/apps/calendar/showEvent?calID=3732150&eventID=135729097|date=June 22, 2011|title=Women of Substance Radio Showcase|website=wosradio.com|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110615055431/http://www.wosradio.com/apps/calendar/showEvent?calID=3732150&eventID=135729097|archivedate=June 15, 2011|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref> and Los Angeles's [[Hotel Café]] nightclub.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}


===TEMP3ST===
===TEMP3ST===
{{main|TEMP3ST}}
{{main|TEMP3ST}}
TEMP3ST is an American indie electronic rock band, consisting of Gabrielle Wortman, Christopher Roberts and George Madrid. The band formed in May 2012 after a three year collaboration between Christopher Roberts and Gabrielle Wortman’s during her solo career. Gabrielle Wortman was named [[2012 Sundance Film Festival]]'s "Next Big Thing" on Park City TV.{{Better source|reason=YouTube interview is not a trusted source; there must be more objective sources for this.|date=August 2018}} TEMP3ST independently released their debut EP, ''i am tempest'', under the TEMP3ST band name on June 10, 2012.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}
TEMP3ST is an American indie electronic rock band, consisting of Gabrielle Wortman, Christopher Roberts and George Madrid. The band formed in May 2012 after a three year collaboration between Christopher Roberts and Gabrielle Wortman’s during their solo career. Gabrielle Wortman was named [[2012 Sundance Film Festival]]'s "Next Big Thing" on Park City TV.{{Better source needed|reason=YouTube interview is not a trusted source; there must be more objective sources for this.|date=August 2018}} TEMP3ST independently released their debut EP, ''i am tempest'', under the TEMP3ST band name on June 10, 2012.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}


===Smoke Season===
===Smoke Season===
In 2013, Gabrielle Wortman and Jason Rosen, former keyboardist of [[Honor Society (band)|Honor Society]], formed the alt-folk project Smoke Season.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}
In 2013, Gabrielle Wortman and Jason Rosen, former keyboardist of [[Honor Society (band)|Honor Society]], formed the alt-folk project Smoke Season.{{citation needed|date=August 2018}}

===Biianco===
In 2019, Gabrielle launched their new solo music project Biianco. They have released two albums under this name, a LP titled "Mixtape #2" and an EP titled "Mixtape #3".<ref>{{cite web|url=https://buzzbands.la/2019/09/17/video-biianco-rice-crispies/|date=September 17, 2019|title=Video: Biianco, 'Rice Crispies'|website=buzzbands.la}}</ref>


==Discography==
==Discography==
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* ''i am tempest.'' (2012) (released as TEMP3ST)
* ''i am tempest.'' (2012) (released as TEMP3ST)
* ''Signals EP'' (2013) (released as Smoke Season)
* ''Signals EP'' (2013) (released as Smoke Season)
* ''Mixtape #2'' (2021) (released as Biianco)
* ''Mixtape #3'' (2023) (released as Biianco)

==Personal life==
In 2021, Gabrielle came out as [[non-binary]] and [[pansexual]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://diva-magazine.com/2021/09/30/biianco-talks-creativity-representation-and-their-new-single-pins-and-needles/|date=September 30, 2021|title=Biianco talks creativity, representation and their new single, Pins and Needles|website=diva-magazine.com}}</ref>


==Reviews==
==Reviews==
Gabrielle Wortman has been most noted by critics for her unique moody, dark, and soulful style. Her style combines a distinct southern soul and an urban vibe.
Gabrielle Wortman has been most noted by critics for their unique moody, dark, and soulful style. Their style combines a distinct southern soul and an urban vibe.


Wortman is most noted for her unique songwriting style and original singing voice, and has been described as falling "under the electro umbrella, but Wortman abandons the sugar tart vocals of Melody’s Echo Chamber or Chromatics for the swagger of Chaka Khan and the mournful R&B bravado of Adele".<ref name=warren>{{cite web|last1=Warren|first1=Daniel|title=Temp3st Has Swagger of Chaka Khan @ King King [Hollywood]|url=http://www.indierockreviews.com/temp3st-king-king-hollywood/|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20160202073728/http://www.indierockreviews.com/temp3st-king-king-hollywood/|archivedate=2016-02-02|website=indierockreviews.com|date=2012-12-20|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref>
Wortman is most noted for their unique songwriting style and original singing voice, and has been described as falling "under the electro umbrella, but Wortman abandons the sugar tart vocals of Melody’s Echo Chamber or Chromatics for the swagger of Chaka Khan and the mournful R&B bravado of Adele".<ref name=warren>{{cite web|last1=Warren|first1=Daniel|title=Temp3st Has Swagger of Chaka Khan @ King King [Hollywood]|url=http://www.indierockreviews.com/temp3st-king-king-hollywood/|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20160202073728/http://www.indierockreviews.com/temp3st-king-king-hollywood/|archivedate=2016-02-02|website=indierockreviews.com|date=2012-12-20|accessdate=2018-08-19}}</ref>


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 17:06, 19 December 2024

Not to be confused with Gabriel Wortman, perpetrator of the 2020 Nova Scotia attacks.
Gabrielle Wortman
Background information
Born (1989-03-25) March 25, 1989 (age 35)
New York City, U.S.
OriginLos Angeles, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, film composer, pianist, guitarist, producer
Instrument(s)Piano, guitar, vocals
Years active2011–present
Wortman singing with Smoke Season at Tarfest, September 2018, in Los Angeles, California.

Gabrielle Wortman (born March 25, 1989) is an American alternative rock musician, former lead singer of the band TEMP3ST. Since 2013, they are a member of the band Smoke Season. They are also known by their artist name Biianco.

Career

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Early years

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Wortman moved to Los Angeles in 2007 to attend the University of California for a degree in Music Media and Management.[citation needed] While at UCLA, Gabrielle performed in both the 2009 and 2011 UCLA Spring Sing events.[citation needed] Their performance in the Strathmore Players' rendition of Jerry Maguire the Musical in 2009 won them the Bruin's Choice Award as well as the award for Best Production.[citation needed] In 2009, Gabrielle Wortman worked with producer Sejo Navajas to record their first studio album.[citation needed] It was nominated for the Los Angeles Music Awards' AAA Album of the Year category.[citation needed]

On April 13, 2011 they released their second album, The Voodoo EP, on April 13, 2011, which held #1 position on the ReverbNation "What' Hot" Chart for a seven consecutive days.[1][2] The release earned them a win at the 2011 Malibu Music Awards for "alternative rock song of the year" and 2011 Hollywood Music in Media Awards nominations for both the "Best Alternative Song" and "Best Music Video" categories, making them the only artist to be nominated twice in one year.[citation needed][3] In 2011, Gabrielle and their touring band performed at Seattle Pridefest, the United States' largest free gay rights festival.[citation needed]

The Voodoo EP

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In 2011, Gabrielle teamed up with Navajas to produce their second studio release, The Voodoo EP. The EP's first single, "Don't Let Me Lose Control", experienced international airplay on terrestrial and internet stations as well as national attention from press. In April 2011, Gabrielle Wortman worked with director Michael Bromberg and producer Nick Horowitz, for their "Don't Let Me Lose Control" music video. The video has subsequently been programmed for Fuse, VH1, and MTV.

Wortman has been performing with their band since 2010. The band's concerts included festivals such as 2011 Seattle Pridefest,[citation needed] 2011 Women of Substance Radio Showcase,[4] and Los Angeles's Hotel Café nightclub.[citation needed]

TEMP3ST

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Main article: TEMP3ST

TEMP3ST is an American indie electronic rock band, consisting of Gabrielle Wortman, Christopher Roberts and George Madrid. The band formed in May 2012 after a three year collaboration between Christopher Roberts and Gabrielle Wortman’s during their solo career. Gabrielle Wortman was named 2012 Sundance Film Festival's "Next Big Thing" on Park City TV.[better source needed] TEMP3ST independently released their debut EP, i am tempest, under the TEMP3ST band name on June 10, 2012.[citation needed]

Smoke Season

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In 2013, Gabrielle Wortman and Jason Rosen, former keyboardist of Honor Society, formed the alt-folk project Smoke Season.[citation needed]

Biianco

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In 2019, Gabrielle launched their new solo music project Biianco. They have released two albums under this name, a LP titled "Mixtape #2" and an EP titled "Mixtape #3".[5]

Discography

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  • The Secret Life of Gabby (2006)
  • Home Is Where the Art Is (2009)
  • The Voodoo EP (2011)
  • i am tempest. (2012) (released as TEMP3ST)
  • Signals EP (2013) (released as Smoke Season)
  • Mixtape #2 (2021) (released as Biianco)
  • Mixtape #3 (2023) (released as Biianco)

Personal life

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In 2021, Gabrielle came out as non-binary and pansexual.[6]

Reviews

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Gabrielle Wortman has been most noted by critics for their unique moody, dark, and soulful style. Their style combines a distinct southern soul and an urban vibe.

Wortman is most noted for their unique songwriting style and original singing voice, and has been described as falling "under the electro umbrella, but Wortman abandons the sugar tart vocals of Melody’s Echo Chamber or Chromatics for the swagger of Chaka Khan and the mournful R&B bravado of Adele".[7]

References

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  1. ^ "TheCelebrityCafe.com's Artist of the Month". thecelebritycafe.com. 2011-04-22. Archived from the original on 2011-04-27. Retrieved 2018-08-19.
  2. ^ Brittany Frederick (2011-05-09). "Gabrielle Wortman Dishes On Self-Made Music". starpulse.com. Archived from the original on 2011-05-19. Retrieved 2018-08-19.
  3. ^ "April 2011 Music Genre Nominees". Hollywood Music in Media Awards. 2011-05-19. Archived from the original on 2012-04-23. Retrieved 2018-08-19.
  4. ^ "Women of Substance Radio Showcase". wosradio.com. June 22, 2011. Archived from the original on June 15, 2011. Retrieved 2018-08-19.
  5. ^ "Video: Biianco, 'Rice Crispies'". buzzbands.la. September 17, 2019.
  6. ^ "Biianco talks creativity, representation and their new single, Pins and Needles". diva-magazine.com. September 30, 2021.
  7. ^ Warren, Daniel (2012-12-20). "Temp3st Has Swagger of Chaka Khan @ King King [Hollywood]". indierockreviews.com. Archived from the original on 2016-02-02. Retrieved 2018-08-19.
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