Grammy nominated vocalist extraordinaire Debo Ray has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages: Newport and Monterey Jazz, Carnegie Hall, The Hollywood Bowl and more. Her versatility from neo-soul/R&B to jazz, pop, classical/opera and rock is unmatched. In a Boston Globe feature, music critic Jon Garelick asks: “Is there anything Debo Ray can’t sing?” as well as describing her “emotional expression and charismatic stage presence”. Debo was nominated for a Grammy for her work with NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington’s band Social Science. About Debo, Carrington says, “Debo Ray is a musician’s musician. Her instrument is unparalleled, and she effortlessly weaves through styles and genres to deliver exactly what the music needs”. Debo recently completed recording her first album of original contemporary r&b material which she co-wrote along with, among others, Grammy winning producer Prince Charles Alexander who said, “I’ve worked with a lot of great vocalists from Mary J. Blige to Aretha Franklin… and have never had a more pleasurable and musical experience in my career. She has it all!!” Debo has been releasing new music to worldwide acclaim throughout 2024 in anticipation of the album release on Febrary 14th, 2025. The single Now You’re Here from the album tells a story about finding great love in unexpected places, or maybe not to so unexpected! It’s a rich blend of classic gospel influenced r&B with the lush vocal layering debo is known for. Debo and her band will be performing an album release show at the burren in Somerville,MA On saturday february 22nd. Tickets available at Debo’s website – iamdeboray.com.