Ashley Tomberlin

Never one to follow convention, Ashley Tomberlin began her love affair with music early on but initially resisted the urge. Consoling herself with art, poetry and academia instead.
But after a chance encounter with UK producer Laurence Rapaccioli already known for his work under the artist name Arksun, this unknown vocalist and musician from the United states began a collaboration that truly changed the trajectory of her life forever. After completing a few initial tracks, they eventually lost touch. But almost a year later, and with a renewed sense of purpose, the musical partnership finally gelled, and Luminary was born.
It wasn't long before their music began to garner the attention of established independent labels such as Lost Language and Ministry. Ashley's first Luminary track "My World" was snapped up by Lost Language along with "Dark Eyes" to be included on Ben Lost's Exhibition II compilation. Since then, "My World" has grown into a full on 3 disc release including remixes by Andy Moor, Nikola Gala and Pesh. Played out early on by Armin Van Buuren, the track thrust Luminary to the forefront and My World was quickly picked up by Tiesto to be used on his In Search of Sunrise 4 compilation album.
The second release "Wasting" was burnt into Armin's A State of Trance compilation practically before it had even been signed as a single and was swiftly released on Armada's infamous Soundpiercing label.
Now joining forces with Anjunabeats, Ashley and Luminary next released Amsterdam; charting at no. 1 for Paul Van Dyk in the December issue of Mixmag and rated at 5/5 by DJ Magazine. Additionally, Amsterdam has been played out everywhere from BBC Radio 1's "Dave Pearce Dance Anthems" to TATW Above and Beyond's Trance Around the World and ASOT Armin Van Buuren's A State of Trance.
Her next collaboration with Above and Beyond on their debut album Tri-State. Collaborating with Tony, Paavo and Jono on a stunning track titled Can't Sleep, Ashley again demonstrated her trademark vocal style; combining breathless melodies with intense emotion. This in addition to her distinctive lyrical phrasing, has helped set her apart from so many other vocalists in the genre.
After another chance meeting with Paul Van Dyk, Ashley was given the opportunity to collaborate on some new album tracks for Paul's highly acclaimed album "In Between", and the rest, as they say "is history". You can expect great things from this up and coming artist, but most of all, expect the unexpected! It has been a strange journey, but a good one, and Ashley is definitely keeping her watchful eyes on the future and her ears open to new inspiration.