Here's some of her Bio...check her out at www.sonicbids.com/dayalorin
Daya Lorin is a new urban contemporary gospel singer/songwriter who is launching out with her first solo project, "Daya Lorin." For many years she worked diligently in the background using her gift to glorify God in college as a member of the FAMU Gospel Choir, and as a studio and performance background singer in the years thereafter. But it became clear to Daya that God had more for her in the forefront as she began to explore God's purpose and plan for her life while exercising her gifts as a praise and worship leader for more than eight years and as a songwriter, penning songs for off-Broadway and gospel stage plays. She also composed original works for herself, waiting patiently for the day that God would release her to minister as a solo-artist. Links
You know how we love our Miss Ella....well check out Lisa Hearns!
Lisa Hearns is an acclaimed jazz vocalist who has performed at legendary venues and festivals in Boston, New York City, and throughout New England. The daughter of two music professors, Hearns grew up in Massachusetts and is a graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. Before attending Berklee she formed and led her own group, playing in New York City for several years and traveling throughout New England, performing together until 2001. She returned to New York City in September, 2001 to continue her singing career. Hearns has made several professional recordings to date and continues to garner critical acclaim for her performances. Producer Elliot Scheiner wrote "The first time I ever heard Lisa Hearns sing, I knew I had to work with her...She is truly one of the most extraordinary singers I have ever worked with. She has a most identifiable voice and an artistic approach to performing unlike anyone I've ever worked with." The album features Concord Records guitarist Howard Alden, upright bassist Kelly Friesen, pianist Keith Ingham, and drummer Arnold Wise. Currently Hearns can be seen performing in a variety of venues in and around New York City and the Tri State area, and is planning to tour in support of her debut jazz release "I Got It Bad And That Ain't Good".
What an amazing gospel artist! Her vocals will move you, and you owe it to yourself to listen. Here is an excerpt from her Sonicbids bio....
"In this first release from budding new talent Nicah-o (Ni-CAH-o), you will discover music full of hope and encouragement that appeals across races and generations. Nicah-o writes and sings from her personal experiences—her songs are full of raw emotion that grabs you and won't let you go.
With an impressive vocal range and heartfelt lyrics, Nicah-o's music is touching, inspiring… your prescription to get through another day in the journey of faith.
Nicah-o's style is contemporary Christian, with a touch of Gospel and R&B. Her influences include the gifted Fred Hammond, CeCe Winans, Joann Rosario, Virtue, and MaryMary. She writes with the heart of Job and sings with the emotion of Mary J. Blige.
Nicah-o blends Scripture into each song, encouraging others with the very words inspired by God in his Word. These affirmations ring true in her life, and, combining them with experiences on her own personal journey, tell of a powerful, everlasting connection with the Lord. (Nicah-o, a variation of the Greek word Nikao, means "to get the victory.")
Nicah-o's songwriting began during her prayer and worship time with God. She noticed a pattern—she would start singing. Sing something, anything. Those spontaneous cries of worship are at the heart of each song—a soul-baring release of control from self to God."
