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Katiuska is Shawn's very good friend from the .U.S.A. She has been a professional international singer from very young and her idol is Elvis. Shawn and her are hoping to meet one day. She has deep roots in the Canary Islands.

"Keep on singing"......Shawn x.

Katiuska,.. The name harkens the mind to think of mystery, intrigue, and even adventure. And while these are all a part of this young singer, the meaning of the name bestowed upon her by her parents is much more fitting of Katiuska ( pronounced kat-e-ush-ka). It is of Russian origin and means "The Princess of Love,.. Pure."

Katiuska was born in the Canary Islands but has also lived and traveled throughout many parts of the world. Places she has called home are Madrid, Sweden, Paris, Bangkok, Germany and her mothers homeland of Hawaii. She also lived and was schooled in England. Now , Katiuska is an American citizen and resides in Colorado, where she is preparing for her ascent to the top of the music world,.. and in this writer's eyes, she is Destined for Success.

You may say,.. well , that's all well and good, but what does that have to do with Elvis Tribute Artists'? Everything! Katiuska has been an Elvis fan herself since the age of 4 and has found a kinship, friendship and purpose among the ETA's and their fans. She often works as a backup singer for tribute artists', and has been even called the" Elvis female", by at least one other journalist,.. somewhat akin to a modern day Ann Margaret. At one time Katiuska was the Vice President of the Hawaiian chapter of The Elvis Presley Fan Club. And while Katiuska has her sights set well beyond being a backup singer for tribute artists,.. it is work she enjoys and remains loyal to. It keeps her close to one of her greatest influences, Elvis Presley. As a matter of fact, so endearing is her affection for Elvis, that during a recent phone conversation I had with her, she told me she was getting to go to Memphis for the first time and was visiting Graceland. I swear I could tell by her voice, that I could sense the Sparkle of glee in her eyes. It is that kind of passion that Katiuska possesses that keeps her focused on her own goals, dreams , and notoriety.

Katiuska possesses qualities that are worldly beyond her young years, and her wit, wisdom , and charm seems that of someone much older. I was amazed at the people she refers to that have influenced her as a singer. She made very few references to current singers, and also very few women. Of course there is Elvis, but then she says, "Big Band music, Jazz, Frank Sinatra, and one of her most favorite, Mel Torme. " A virtual sampling of the Greats from a bygone era. The women she did mention were actually sung to me over the phone. She showed me her talents of impression, by singing Marilyn Monroe's "Happy Birthday, Mr. President," and Barbara Streisands, "People Who Need People". Nothing short of Amazing!

While Katiuska is definitely looking to the Future, it would seem much of her Talent, Spirit, and Heart is drawn from the past. She has mentioned that she believes in Past Lives, and her knowledge and wisdom of days gone by somehow make me agree with her. After hearing Katiuska's talented singing and soaring vocal phrasing,.. as well as her undeniable charm, charisma, and sex appeal, it makes me wonder. Maybe Elvis IS alive. Katiuska feels that he is,.. and she says, "Elvis is my Dream, my Mentor and reason for singing. I hope he enjoys my singing and that he realizes what a Major influence he has been on my singing and my life." As for this writer,.. I will say this,.. no matter where Elvis is,.. I 'm sure he is honored that the same spirit, passion, and heart that guided him is still here among us, only this time it will be known as KATIUSKA!!  

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