ABOUT
With inspirations ranging from Whitney Houston, Anastacia, Aerosmith, Evanescence, Cher, to Nightwish, British-Bulgarian singer-songwriter Adria Dinev fuses the timelessness of pop, jazz & blues music, her love for rock, and classical training to create a sound that is uniquely hers. From the age of four, she immersed herself in choirs, bands, and stage performances, discovering her passion for performing. By thirteen, she began professional piano and vocal training, determined to one day pursue her dreams in London. In 2009, she was accepted to study pop and jazz singing at Bulgaria’s National Music School “Liubomir Pipkov”, mastering classical and jazz techniques while keeping her heart set on rock.
After nearly changing course to science and psychology, in 2012 she pursued Music Performance at Brunel University, London. She released her debut single "You Won’t Fool Me" in 2015, followed by "You Should Know", experimenting with energetic pop songwriting inspired by artists like P!nk, Carole King, and Michael Jackson.
The 2020 lockdown offered her the space to focus on her music and vocal health, leading to the release of "What I Want" and "Thank You", the latter written as a tribute to her father.
In 2019, Adria began her work behind the camera as a first assistant director and producer, expanding her artistic range alongside acting.
In 2021, Adria returned with her hit single “My Man”, earning 17 nominations in the International Red Carpet Show 2022, while also becoming a professional mermaid and AIDA 2* certified freediver. That same year, she took on a leading role in a documentary, and by the end of 2022, her portfolio had grown to include three feature films, numerous short films, adverts, music videos, and more, showcasing her versatility both in front of and behind the camera.
Throughout her career, she has starred in major productions, including collaborations with Marvel, Warner Bros., Sony, and Netflix Originals, as well as appearances on TVC 2 and Channel 4 (UK), showcasing her talent on screen. Her work has also been broadcast on national television channels across the globe, and she has worked internationally on Bollywood and Hollywood sets, bringing a strong work ethic and a deep sensitivity to cross-cultural storytelling. Notably, the film “Banglatown” was selected for the Raindance Film Festival 2022, where she was recognized as Best First Assistant Director.
In 2023, Adria became Miss Ocean World Bulgaria, the first Bulgarian officially chosen to represent her country at the pageant, earning 1st Runner-Up and a special award for Most Talented Contestant. That year, she also won the International Red Carpet Show FPCM Media Award for Best of Rock Original Female Singer-Songwriter, out of 2,000 international artists.
Her debut single “Tonight” reached the Semi-Finals at the Apollo Global Music Awards 2024, followed by “Te Deseo, Mi Amor” as a Semi-Finalist in 2025 (nominated in 9 categories), while “Freedom” was also nominated in 8 categories. In 2025, she completed a major voiceover project under NDA with Molinare TV & Film, further demonstrating her versatility as a performer.
Alongside her award-winning music and international film career, Adria is a versatile performer, multilingual singer, and experienced vocal mentor, offering tailored mentoring sessions in singing and public speaking. She is a certified Alternative Music Therapist (2022), with additional professional development in life coaching, psychology, CBT, and systemic family constellations, bringing a holistic approach to wellbeing through creativity and music.
Adria also excels in music production, voiceover, and content management, as well as acting, modeling, and professional mermaiding and freediving, making her a uniquely multidimensional artist. Passionate about mentoring, volunteering, healthy living, and public engagement, she continues to inspire audiences both on stage and behind the scenes, creating meaningful experiences through her artistry and expertise.
