January 13, 2022

Emma Dilemma: Musician

Early Life and First Steps into Performance

Emma Cameron grew up in Ōtautahi/Christchurch, where performing became part of her identity almost

as soon as she could walk. She began dancing at age five, training intensively until her late teens. By 15, she had shifted her focus to music, singing and playing guitar in local bands.

Her first notable project was Taking Back Thursday, an emo‑covers band that played weekly shows — often with her father accompanying her because she was underage. That early grind taught her stagecraft, confidence, and the thrill of connecting with an audience.

Liana Caruana: Musician (a.k.a. Miz Tipzta)

 Every once in a while I take a look through DNA matches for the five DNA tests I manage.  Sometimes,

if there's a photo associated with the DNA match I'll do an internet search to see if I can find any additional information.  Once in a while I get surprised with what I find.

This time I discovered Liana Caruana.  All the information matches a Liana Caruana a member of the English garage band "3 of a Kind".  3 of a Kind are best known for their 2004 hit single "Babycakes".  Liana wrote the lyrics and sings, she can be seen  in the official music video (below).  10 million views on YouTube!  I even noticed that Ed Sheeran included the song in an acoustic cover piece on YouTube called "KISSTORY"  We have yet another musician in the family!
I have confirmed that it's the same person as we have messaged each other.  She said "I was once a pop star in Britain lol my song went to Number one in the uk charts lol".