Recently named one of the thirteen top global divas by MTV Iggy (US), Iva Lamkum has enjoyed critical support in New Zealand and abroad. Along the way she’s received nominations for not only the prestigious APRA Silver Scroll, but also the Vodafone NZ Music Awards People’s Choice award, and chalked up considerable rotate time on radio playlists across the country. This year, Iva released her debut album Black Eagle, to critical acclaim. We caught up with Iva to find out more about her musical joinery so far and what hopes she has for the future.