About
Douyé’s musical journey began with a childhood promise to her father, who introduced her to jazz in Nigeria before passing away when she was 11. After moving to the United States to attend the Musicians Institute, she collaborated with songwriter Terry Shaddick on two R&B-infused albums: Journey, which chronicled her transition to the West, and So Much Love, a tribute to Fela Kuti. Seeking to fully honor her father’s wish, she later immersed herself in the Los Angeles jazz scene. She established herself as a powerful jazz voice with her debut jazz album, Daddy Said So, featuring legends like Kenny Barron and Ron Carter. She followed this with the Brazilian-inspired Quatro – Bossa Nova Deluxe and The Golden Sékéré, a critically acclaimed release that blends her African heritage with classic jazz as she prepares for a global tour.