Returning recently from Europe, where she performed, and earned her master’s degree in music from Berklee College of Music in Valencia, Spain, Canadian Billboard-charting recording artist and Alternative Soul singer Avery Raquel has entertained audiences professionally for over a decade. Having released 4 solo albums to critical acclaim worldwide, her 2022 self-titled release, debuted on the Canadian iTunes Top 200 RnB/Soul album chart at #5. Five tracks from that album were finalists in the John Lennon Song Writing Competition in 2022, in 4 different categories, with one winning the Grand Prize.
That project of all original Alternative Soul, as well as her recent EP, ‘Scratching At the Surface’, is reminiscent of her love for RnB/Soul music, but with a more contemporary style. Influenced by artists such as Carole King, Amy Winehouse, and so many others, Avery’s created a soulful fun mix of RnB/Soul Funk and Pop, with a flavour of her Jazz, and Blues experiences.
“Avery Raquel is one the most exciting and dynamic young vocalists I’ve had the chance to work with. Her command of the stage and crowd is nothing short of remarkable, her original material always leaves the crowd wanting more, and she is the consummate professional. This rising star is most DEFINITELY one that I’ll be watching.” ~ Sean Jones – Soul In The City, Toronto, ON Canada
At the age of 23, Avery isn’t new to songwriting either. Avery Raquel has released two previous solo albums, ‘My Heart Away’, and ‘Without A Little Rain’, which were comprised of original music, written by the accomplished and maturing artist. The music achieved media exposure and radio across the country and into the US and even Europe. ‘My Heart Away’ debuted at #11 on the Canadian iTunes Top 200 RnB/Soul chart in 2018.
“ Her instrument is gorgeous; lustrous, precise, and luminously powerful. Her musicianship is fierce as she digs into the expression of each word of the lyrics she writes and sings.” ~ Raul da Gama, theWholeNote Magazine
That achievement is merely one of many successes of this young entertainer. The Canadian recording artist started in the entertainment industry at a very young age. From television, for the likes of Spielberg and DreamWorks, to an animation series for Disney, voice-over work, commercials, and radio, as well as several professional stage productions across Canada, Avery’s passion for performing grew. All the while, Avery kept honing her craft as a vocalist of rare talent, which has led to an impressive list of career accomplishments on her musical resume.
Performing across the country, including main-stage performing arts centres, renowned music festivals, club-style venues, and more, Avery continues to wow ever-growing audiences with her fresh style and powerful vocal performances.
