ABOUT
When spoken in her native Polish, the words “I Ya Toyah” translate to “It’s just me.” These simple, but powerful words, act as an unwavering mission statement that guides every aspect of her career as a musician, singer, composer, producer, remix artist, and performer. As a “one woman army,” she meticulously oversees every step of her career; from the songwriting, recording and mixing of her music, to the programming of each and every light used in her passionate live performances.
philosophy
I Ya Toyah is a fierce advocate for mental wellness, as well as human and animal rights. Not content to just raise awareness for these causes, she has donated 15% of the proceeds from the sales of her music and merchandise directly to organizations such as the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), and the Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation.
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Most recently, she participated in the recording of a version of the Beatles’ classic Come Together to raise funds for the people of the war-torn country of Ukraine. The project was arranged and mixed by legendary music producer John Fryer, who has worked with such seminal bands as Nine Inch Nails, Depeche Mode, and Cocteau Twins. Participants included members of Faith No More, Stabbing Westward, Ministry, Rammstein, Filter, THE HARDKISS, The Joy Thieves, Agnostic Front, Basement Jaxx, and more.
I Ya Toyah is redefining what it means to be a truly independent artist. And her message of indomitable strength, fierce independence, and love for all of the living creatures of the Earth is resonating with audiences around the world.