Lauren Henderson’s voice is both compass and canvas—guiding listeners through landscapes of jazz, soul, and Latin traditions while painting them in tones of intimacy and depth. With every phrase, she balances vulnerability and strength, transforming songs into timeless stories that resonate across cultures and generations.
Rooted in the rich cultural traditions of Panama, Montserrat, and the Caribbean, Henderson’s artistry reflects a global heritage. A bilingual vocalist, composer, and songwriter, she bridges continents and genres, blending heritage and innovation into music that feels at once deeply personal and universally human.
Through every lyric, Henderson transmits intimacy and wonder; through every album, discovery and reflection. Her music reflects a multidisciplinary artistry—woven with luminous harmonies, ruminative syncopation, and rhythms that span tender ballads, swinging arrangements, flamenco patterns, Afro-Caribbean traditions, and heartfelt storytelling. Even in her softest phrases, Henderson conveys a passion for the music and its message—in any language.
Recognized by the Recording Academy as one of “10 Jazz Artists Blending and Expanding the Sounds of Latin America” and featured on GRAMMY.com, Henderson is celebrated as a leading voice redefining jazz and Latin traditions. She has graced the cover of Spotify’s Vocal Jazz playlist, been spotlighted in the Financial Times, and climbed into the Jazz Charts Top 5as well as Jazz Week’s Year-End Top 40. Her eclectic influences across jazz, soul, R&B, and Latin traditions produce a sound both distinct and versatile, enchanting a broad spectrum of listeners.
Her voice has reached millions beyond the concert stage—featured on Netflix (El Juego de las Llaves, Sky Rojo, The Drowning), and as the prominent voice in Stuart Weitzman’s “How Lovely To Be A Woman” campaign alongside Aly Raisman, Christy Turlington, Issa Rae, Lucy Liu, and Ming Xi.
With familial roots across the Caribbean and artistic acclaim on the global stage, Henderson’s career reflects both authenticity and authority. In recent years, she has completed sold-out tours across Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Sweden, Belgium, Poland, South Africa, Russia, Norway, and Mexico, cementing her status as one of the most dynamic and boundary-defying voices in modern jazz.
