ELLA RAY

(Alban appears live and recorded in this project)

The music of songwriter Ella Ray is a blend of soul, jazz, blues and even gospel. As a true storyteller, she takes the listener on a musical journey through her musings on everyday struggles, love, and what’s going on in the world.

ROOTED is her second studio album, after Reveries (2016). She collaborated on this album with Pieter Van Buyten (Flip Kowlier, Reymer, Roosbeef, The Sore Losers) and gave her excellent band a more prominent roll in arranging the songs. This resulted in a colourful and more intense album that will make you dance, smile, cry and wonder.

When performing live, Ella Ray is accompanied by a nine-piece band, complete with horn section and backing vocals. More intimate settings can be paired with an acoustic line-up. Both arrangements suit the songs perfectly. Check it out!