Chadwell Heath could have its own answer to superstar Madonna in student singer Michelle Ulor.

The 17-year-old, of Roxy Avenue, who sings under the name Beatr!x, released her debut single Lost last week on iTunes after taking part in an audition for management agency Downtown Artists in Soho.

The Woodford County High School student said: “I used to sing for Rascals Theatre School, but when I started school that stopped because there was so much work to do.

“I decided to go for the competition. I didn’t think I’d get far as I had not sung properly in so long. But when I stood in front of the microphone I got such a buzz.”

She says she is excited about a talent contest at her school in High Road, Woodford Green, next month.