The name derives itself from Andy’s use of creativity to detach himself from previous trauma. As a survivor of male domestic abuse he uses his own experiences and feelings to create artistic works.

“I suddenly found myself with an abundance of time on my hands and a head full of semi-processed trauma after escaping a toxic relationship. I needed a project to focus my mind on and so decided to make something completely new that I had never done before – a musical.

Unaware that my life’s experiences would be the inspiration behind the writing of Sunset & Pastel Skies, it quickly became apparent that this was the perfect outlet to release the emotion and creativity buried inside of me.

As a lover of sci-fi/action/drama genres and eighties music, I have pulled these elements into my work and tried to create a piece that brings emotion, knowledge, enlightenment and entertainment.”

A multi-disciplinary artist and performer, Andy Alexanda has amassed a wealth of experience with over 30 years in the creative industry.

In music, Andy holds diplomas in music technology, music theory and performance.

He has collaborated with many high profile artists including Girls Aloud, Same Difference, Boys 2 Men, Edwin Starr, The Stone Roses, The Drifters, Kelly Llorena, Rock FM, The Bay FM and Radio 1. Andy has performed at many iconic venues including the Liverpool Echo Arena, Preston Guild Hall (x2), Manchester Etihad Stadium (x6) Preston North End Stadium (x2), Blackburn Ewood Park stadium (x5) Wigan DW Stadium (x2) and many hotels, clubs & theatres.

Literary, he is a skilled lyricist and writer having written multiple albums and articles for the press.

Visually, Andy is an experienced graphic designer and award-winning photographer with a distinction from the Royal Photographic Society and has worked with many blue chip companies and fashion brands including, Littlewoods, Kays, Very, Topshop & the Miss England corporation.