She can sing, she can play and she can write. A triple threat as we say here in the States.” Gary Burke, producer.
Considered by the jazz critic and historian Ted Gioia as “the Andalusian Eva Cassidy”, Raya has developed a style where voice and guitar seem to breathe at the same time.Songwriter, classically trained guitar player, European awarded jazz singer and jazz guitar graduated, Susana combines her singer-songwriter spirit with a jazz touch, which is enhanced by her Spanish roots.
Her collaboration with the legendary jazz bass player, Steve Swallow in Upstate New York opened the door to record her new album Wind Rose. Providence brought her the joy to make it with a five start team: Clifford Carter, Ira Coleman, Leo Amuedo, Cyro Baptista. It was recorded live at Clubhouse Studios, Rhinebeck, NY.
“A pure, honest, unaffected voice, extremely musical and fantastic lyrics, great talent” – Ira Coleman.