When you meet Rae Ann Perez, you can find a genuine soul that expresses herself with clear intentions and like an enchantress draws you in to her music. Rae Ann’s sound can be described as Modern Rock, Indie, Jazz, Funk, and Blues wrapped in a package of edgy sophistication. All of this comes from Rae Ann’s influences growing up listening to all styles of music.
At a young age, Rae Ann started performing in churches singing and then sitting in with, and playing piano, Hammond B3 and learning from Rob Taylor (Marvin Gaye) and Harold Blanchard (Chick Corea). In her early years, Rae Ann focused on the distinctive sounds of the Hammond B3. Her current Hammond setup includes a vintage Hammond B3 with Super Nova Bass that was previously owned by Three Dog Night and two 145 Leslies. Rae Ann was also influenced by Jimmy Smith, Billy Preston, Joey DeFrancesco and Donnie Hathaway. Rae Ann’s first studio experience happened when she was 14 as a backup vocalist in a project for Neil Diamond. From there Rae Ann went on to perform with many Rhythm and Blues groups in the Southeast US. Rae Ann has also worked with the Platters and Sister Rose Cornelius.
During her solo career, Rae Ann’s music has taken her worldwide performing in concerts, festivals, cruises and in more intimate venues where her fans can share in and experience her music.
Rae Ann has four studio albums that highlight her original style, “Temptation” bringing out her classic jazzy side, “Midnight in Paris” focusing on funky grooves and originals, “Christmas Right Here” where its all about a seasonal feel that displays her diverse songwriting skills, and the newest addition, “Love From Beyond” capturing how Rae Ann goes back to and embraces her bluesy Americana roots.
Currently Rae Ann Perez can be found performing songs from her latest album, the Modern Rock and Blues infused, “Love From Beyond”. The album showcases Rae Ann on vocals, piano and Hammond B3 where she pulls some riffs like one of the boys. Here, Rae Ann is captivating her audiences with soulful performances and stellar musicianship provided by her world class touring band.
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