Gloria Ryann

Bio:

“Gloria's voice is a soulful confection that is both sweet and light while effortlessly maneuvering over the highest highs that we haven't heard since Mariah Carey.” - Soulbounce.com Not since Minnie Ripperton has there been a more enchanting songstress with a glass-shattering high octave vocal-range. This show-stopping beauty Gloria Ry’ann is riding on the success of her current single releases “O.M.G.” and "Back With You". Gloria is the treasured find for today’s music lovers. Entertaining crowds large and small across the country, Gloria has performed with the likes of Pop Princess Rihanna, Oscar -winner, Jennifer Hudson, legends Ashford & Simpson, Patti Labelle and the late Teddy Pendergrass. Gloria has appeared on,The Today Show, 106th & Park, The Monique Show, The Tom Joyner Morning Show, The Nobel Peace Prize Ceremony and MTV European Music Awards as a supporting vocalist and as a soloist. "Music is the fabric of my soul. ” Gloria says. A Chicago south side native, Gloria grew up with a love of music that was fostered by her mother who encouraged her to sing and perform for family and friends. Back then, Mariah Carey, Stevie Wonder and Teena Marie were among the vocal heroes of young Gloria who soon began lessons with the world renowned composer Dr. Lena Mc Lin. Over time, Dr. Mc Lin helped Gloria nurture her skills as a artist that gave her the confidence to relocated to New York City and focus on her music career. "I knew moving to New York would be my push to pursue my dreams to make them my reality." Her determination is paying off. Emerging as a dynamic vocalist, with a four octave range Gloria Ry’ann has been featured throughout the country as a headlining music act. Her music has found a home on radio stations around the world. Listeners are flocking to her sound and performances that convey a style which Gloria describes as “positive, vibrant, classy, sensual, and sometimes naughty.” .. . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..

Member Since:

August 19, 2005

Influences:

Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin, Minnie Riperton, Donnie Hathaway, Sade, Ella Fitzgerald, Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, Ashford & Simpson, Shanice, Rachelle Farrell, Jill Scott-Really this list could go on and on !!

Sounds Like:

Minnie Riperton with a touch of Faith Evans and Amel Larrieux! At least that's what they tell me! But hey, why not listen and decide for yourself! ******CHECK ME OUT IN THIS VIDEO WITH JENNIFER HUDSON******!!!