Kendra Erika

Kendra Erika
Kendra Erika performing in 2024
Erika in 2024
Background information
Born
Kendra Erika Fulmer

(1993-08-12) August 12, 1993
Boca Raton, Florida, U.S.
GenresPop, dance-pop, deep house, jazz
OccupationsSinger, songwriter, actress
InstrumentVocals
Years active2013–present
LabelOyster Shell Music
Websitekendraerika.com

Kendra Erika Fulmer (born August 12, 1993), known professionally as Kendra Erika, is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. Since 2013 she has released a series of singles that have reached the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in the United States, including a No. 1 with a 2018 remake of Laura Branigan's "Self Control," and the Music Week Commercial Pop chart in the United Kingdom.[1][2]

In the 2020s her work expanded into jazz-influenced pop, and she began appearing in short and feature films. In February 2026 she released License to Thrill, an album of jazz reinterpretations of songs from the James Bond film franchise, which she promoted with a live showcase in Las Vegas.[3][2]

Early life and education

Erika was born in Boca Raton, Florida, to Ingrid and Fred Fulmer.[4] She began vocal training at age eight, studying classical technique under German opera coach Gisbert Heuer.[4] As a child she performed in community theater productions at Little Palm Theatre and Sol Children Theatre, appearing in Hansel and Gretel, The Phantom of the Opera, and The Sound of Music.[5]

She attended Saint Andrew's School in Boca Raton, where she took part in theater and competed on the varsity golf team,[4] and later earned a bachelor's degree in communications and international business from Lynn University.[6]

Career

2013–2017: Early releases

Erika began performing jazz and pop standards at South Florida festivals and at Mizner Park Amphitheater.[5] In 2013 she released her debut album, Try to Go On, through Da'Race Records.[7] Its eight tracks included the early singles "I Got a Secret," "Text Me," and "Here to Stay."[8][7] Her singles "Oasis" (2016) and "Under My Skin" (2017) reached No. 9 and No. 6, respectively, on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.[9][10] In February 2017, Erika received the Georgia Foster Ally Icon Award from the Florida Youth Pride Coalition, recognizing her support for LGBTQ youth, and performed at the organization's Icon Awards ceremony in Davie, Florida.[11]

2018–2020: "Self Control"

In 2018 Erika released a cover of Laura Branigan's "Self Control," produced by Grammy-winning producers Damon Sharpe and Eric Sanicola, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart in early 2019 — her first chart-topper after several top-10 entries.[1][12] During the COVID-19 pandemic she recorded material remotely with collaborators including Charlie Midnight and John DeNicola, releasing the singles "So Fly" and "Avalanche" in 2020 through Oyster Shell Music.[13] Her single "Break the Wheel" entered the chart on December 28, 2019, and peaked at No. 8 the week of February 22, 2020, after 13 weeks on the chart.[14]

2021–2023: Continued chart releases

In 2021 Erika released a dance cover of "As Long As You're Mine" from Wicked featuring Constantine Maroulis,[15] and partnered with the humanitarian organization War Child on the single "Song of Hope."[16] Her single "Thriller Killer" (2022) reached No. 2 on the UK Music Week Commercial Pop chart in April 2023,[17] and a Tobtok remix of her single "Rapture" was used in the second season of HBO Max's The Sex Lives of College Girls.[18] Her 2023 recording of "Witchcraft," made with Ralph Johnson and Myron McKinley of Earth, Wind & Fire, received a production award from the Hollywood Independent Music Awards.[19]

2024–2026: License to Thrill

Erika's 2024 single "Body Language" reached No. 3 on the UK Music Week Commercial Pop chart,[2][20] and her duet "Self Love Symphony," featuring Chloe Lattanzi and Dave Audé, reached No. 5 on the Commercial Pop chart in the week of July 25, 2024.[21] In 2025 she released "Dance in the Fire" through Empire Distribution, co-written with Luigie Gonzalez and Will Gittens; Erika described the song as a response to the California wildfires.[2]

In February 2026 Erika released License to Thrill, a ten-track jazz album reinterpreting Bond film themes such as "Goldfinger," "Skyfall," and "No Time to Die," produced with Myron McKinley and subtitled The James Bond Songbook.[3][22] She marked the release with a one-night live showcase at The Space in Las Vegas on February 15, 2026, and subsequently performed the material in further concert dates.[22][23]

Acting

Alongside her music career, Erika has appeared in films, including The Cherry Picker (2025), based on real events in Hollywood and produced by Ciro Dapagio, and Trust In Love (2024).[4][24]

Discography

Erika has maintained a steady release schedule since her 2013 debut, issuing dozens of singles, remixes, and EPs; a comprehensive listing is available via Discogs and streaming-platform discography pages. The tables below cover only albums, EPs, and singles with a documented chart position or independent secondary coverage.[25][26]

Albums and EPs

YearTitleTypeLabelTracksNotes
2026License to Thrill (The James Bond Songbook)AlbumOyster Shell10Released February 12, 2026. Jazz covers of Bond film themes — "GoldenEye," "Goldfinger," "Skyfall," "No Time to Die," "Diamonds Are Forever," "For Your Eyes Only," "A View to a Kill," "Writing's on the Wall," and "Surrender" (the alternate Tomorrow Never Dies theme) — plus a jazz version of her earlier single "A Deeper Love."[3][27]
2023Have My Way With You (The Remixes)EPOyster Shell4Released September 8, 2023. Remixes by LiMiT3R, Klubjumpers, Natty Rico, and Azello.[28]
2022Rapture (The Remixes)EPOyster Shell4Released April 29, 2022. Remixes by Royal Hustle, Luca Debonaire, LiMiT3R, and Ncient.[29]
2015HostageEPKiss Kiss Bang Bang Records5Released March 3, 2015. Tracks: "Hostage," "Hostage (Cosmo Club Mix)," "Hostage (Mr. Furbzz Remix)," "Wrapped Up," "Straight to Your Love."[30]
2013Try to Go OnAlbumDa'Race Records8Released April 3, 2013. Tracks: "Try to Go On," "I Got a Secret," "Text Me," "Here to Stay," "Dance With You," "Move My Body Tonight," "Sandstorm," "Try to Go On (Rdp Remix)."[7]

Selected charting and notable singles

YearTitleChart peakNotes
2025"GoldenEye"—Lead single from License to Thrill, released November 2025 ahead of the album[27]
2025"Dance in the Fire"—Empire Distribution; profiled in Rolling Stone UK
2024"Body Language"UK Music Week Commercial Pop No. 3
2024"Self Love Symphony"UK Music Week Commercial Pop No. 5Feat. Chloe Lattanzi and Dave Audé
2023"Witchcraft"—Hollywood Independent Music Award (production)
2022"Thriller Killer"UK Music Week Commercial Pop No. 2
2022"Rapture"—Tobtok remix used in The Sex Lives of College Girls (HBO Max)
2021"Song of Hope"—Benefit single with War Child
2019"A Deeper Love"Billboard Dance Club Songs No. 10Peaked August 24, 2019; 14 weeks on chart[14]
2019"Break the Wheel"Billboard Dance Club Songs No. 8Peaked February 22, 2020; 13 weeks on chart[14]
2018"Self Control"Billboard Dance Club Songs No. 1Cover of Laura Branigan; peaked January 26, 2019; 15 weeks on chart[14]
2018"Sublime"Billboard Dance Club Songs No. 17Peaked April 7, 2018; 12 weeks on chart[14]
2017"Under My Skin"Billboard Dance Club Songs No. 6Peaked August 12, 2017; 12 weeks on chart[14][10]
2016"Oasis"Billboard Dance Club Songs No. 9Peaked March 4, 2017; 12 weeks on chart[14][9]

Filmography

YearTitleRoleNotes
2025The Cherry PickerPop singer girlfriendShort film
2024Trust In LoveGroupieFeature film

References

Citations

  • "Kendra Erika Tries to Restore Some Faith in Humanity on 'Song of Hope'". American Songwriter. 2021.
  • "Kendra Erika". Records and Charts (RACPro). 2025. Retrieved August 16, 2026.
  • Creative and Dreams (2014). "Kendra Erika – Try to Go On". Creative and Dreams Music Network. Retrieved August 15, 2026.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: ref duplicates default (link)
  • "Hostage". Spotify. 2015. Retrieved August 15, 2026.
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