12 Facts About Philippa Hanna

Philippa Hanna was born on 28 March 1984 and is an English singer and songwriter.

Philippa Hanna has worked in a variety of musical styles, but is mainly associated with the contemporary Christian music genre.

Philippa Hanna's father Pat was a touring performer, and family members include brother Stuart Zender, formerly of Jamiroquai.

Philippa Hanna's songwriting is strongly influenced by her Christian faith: Philippa Hanna's faith journey started in 2004, and the majority of her lyrical content since has had strong religious themes.

Philippa Hanna has worked with Drum and bass artists since 2013 on tracks such as Back to the Street and Galaxy.

Philippa Hanna has appeared at a number of notable Christian festivals, including the New Wine conference, the Big Church Day Out Festival, The ONE Event in Lincoln, and the Flevo Festival in the Netherlands.

Philippa Hanna began work on a new album with Kennedy and his team in late 2012.

In 2015 Philippa Hanna supported Britain's Got Talent 2014 winners Collabro featuring Lucy Kay with their 31-date UK tour, and again in 2017 supported Collabro.

Philippa Hanna has appeared twice on the BBC programme Songs of Praise: On 2 January 2011 performing "Father" and on 6 January 2013 performing "Lighthouse".

Philippa Hanna is an advocate for Compassion International, visiting Haiti with the organisation in the aftermath of the 2009 earthquake.

Philippa Hanna subsequently released the single Ave to Love, donating all proceeds to Compassion's work in the country.

Philippa Hanna has written one book, More, published in April 2009 by Authentic Media.