Hackney Weekend 2012, Leona Lewis

Worldwide megastar Leona Lewis is poised to put in the performance of her life at this homecoming set, signifying a return to the stage for the Hackney resident, presently perfecting her third album.

A far cry from the shy and sweet contestant who stole the heart of the nation before being crowned X Factor winner in 2006, Leona underwent an epic transformation, becoming an international celeb whilst securing her place as a national treasure. Radio 1 have played no small part in her journey; in 2007 her Live Lounge cover of Snow Patrol's Run was so well received that it was later released as a single, securing Leona her third UK Number 1 single.

The multi-platinum selling, Grammy-nominee continues to show her appreciation by ensuring Radio 1 listeners are ahead of the pack, with her most recent single Collide receiving its' first UK radio play on Scott Mills' show back in July.

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