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A polished smooth jazz artist.
Ryan La Valette, New Zealand’s native son, burst onto the contemporary jazz scene in 2022 with his debut album New Beginnings on Trippin’ N Rhythm Records. The album produced four consecutive Billboard number one hits, making him the only artist in Contemporary Jazz history to achieve this on a debut release. This success places him alongside music icons like George Michael, Mariah Carey, and Paula Abdul, with Ryan securing the fourth spot in this elite group. Known for his fresh, innovative style, Ryan’s mastery of the guitar, piccolo bass, and saxophone sets him apart. His rise was marked by a standout moment at the Seabreeze Jazz Festival, where he earned his first Billboard #1 with Let It Flow and performed to a crowd of 10,000 on the day of his album’s release. Ryan’s success quickly extended globally, with performances in Portugal and the UK. In 2024, he relocated to the United States to further his career. Beyond performing, La Valette is also making waves as a producer, collaborating with rising star Lemek and established artists like Lin Rountree and Cindy Bradley, cementing his influence in the genre.
Ryan La Valette plays contemporary and smooth jazz, showcasing his mastery of the guitar, saxophone, and piccolo bass with soulful, groove-driven arrangements.
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Ryan La Valette is a New Zealand-born multi-instrumentalist and producer who relocated to the United States to expand his career.
His debut album is New Beginnings, released on Trippin' N Rhythm Records, which achieved four consecutive Billboard number one hits.