Citrine & Sapphire

Born in scenic Colorado, Che Zifandel was destined to be musical. Che’s given name, Cherie, was inspired by Stevie Wonder’s “My Cherie Amour.” Both of Che’s parents loved music; she grew up listening to everything from Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, to Marvin Gaye, to The B-52s, to NWA. Johnny, Zifandel’s father, was a singer who never fully realized his potential.

Che Zifandel was the only child of Joanne and Johnny; an eccentric child who loved English and Music. She got in trouble for such things as writing rap lyrics while in school, tattooing her hand using a pencil eraser, and stealing from the mall (which she saw as a political statement). However, she excelled academically and in her study of violin and piano. Zifandel was also a poet and spoken-word artist who loved to be engulfed in creativity.

Eventually Zifandel’s desire for diversity led her to L.A. Here, her poetic skills landed her on the FX show “Black, White” executive produced by Ice Cube. However, it wasn't until being dumped that Che began to learn guitar and frequent open mics. Then after losing her mother, who'd supported her without fail, Che really got serious with recording and performing in L.A.

Music helps to purge thoughts and emotions. Che's music helps her address the light and dark sides of life. However, the music may bask a bit more in the dark, cause things are more fun in the dark.