ABOUT DELIA STANLEY

BIO

 Delia Stanley is an artist, musician, and creative consultant who lives in Wilmington, NC. Delia's musical style is defined by energetic dynamics and soulful vocals, and her original music has been featured on WHQR's Soup to Nuts LIVE, Azalea Festival's Tunes and Blooms Music Fest at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, and Port City Rock Jam. Called a "force of nature," an "advocate for the creative," and "the den mother of the Wilmington music community," Delia is involved in a variety of organizations and projects focused on creative cultivation in Wilmington and surrounding areas.


Delia's live music performances feature her unique twists on well-known tunes as she live loops percussion, bass lines, and lead guitar work, creating a fun experience and full sound right in the moment. Her singalong setlist includes classic rock, alternative 90s, and modern pop, as well as upbeat originals that fit seamlessly into the show. 

PRESS 2026

StarNews

"Stanley, who often performs around town with her partner, Shawn Pugh, is like the den mother of the Wilmington music scene, filling social media with a running list of area open mics and posting various resources for artists online."


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WILMA Women to Watch Finalist 2026

"If you could give your younger self one piece of advice, what would it be?


'Keep going! You’re gonna do everything you want, and no one can stop you!'"


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Greater Wilmington Business Journal

"Delia Stanley is a local musician who performs solo on guitar and ukulele, plays as a duo with Shawn Pugh and fronts her own band, Delia & Friends, playing a mix of classic rock, ’90s jams, rock-infused pop and her original music. Stanley is also the host of local open mic nights and maintains a curated collection of resources for local musicians."

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Encore Magazine: Women who Rock ILM

"Musicianship and creativity and artistry, it belongs to everyone, and you just have to go and claim it."


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