Credited by Bastilles’ Dan Smith as having written one of his favourite ever songs Tinashé Fazakerley – aka Rationale – is a Zimbabwe-born singer, songwriter and producer with a stunning talent for taking his love of both words and music and combining them with the extraordinary depth of his voice. He reaches listeners through a distinctive combination of soulful lyrics and catchy synthpop beats in a way that makes him unlike anyone else currently on the scene.

Lyrically Rationale displays a deep understanding and awareness of human connection and the world around him which, combined with his musical capability has generated him a wide cross demographic appeal, with high profile fans including Elton John, Ellie Goulding, Justin Timberlake and Sam Smith.

Rationale exhibits a unique skill set that since the inception of his career has led to collaborations with artists such as Tom Grennan, Katy Perry, Rag ’n’ Bone man, Bastille and Example. He has performed at numerous venues and festivals worldwide including Glastonbury, Latitude, Reading and Leeds, and LA State Historic Park.