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Riya Davis
Wed, 30 Sep, 7:00 PM HST
Doors open
5:00 PM HST
Blue Note Hawaii
2335 Kalakaua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
Description
Riya Davis
Her musical journey began in Hawaii, competing in Brown Bags to Stardom, Hawaii Stars, and MTV’s Say What? Karaoke. As a sought-after background vocalist, she has shared the stage with internationally acclaimed artists, including Peabo Bryson, Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Natalie Cole, and Mary J. Blige. Her versatility spans jazz, R&B, gospel, pop, and theater, earning her a 2003 Poʻokela Award nomination for her role in Beehive.
In 2006, Riya recorded "I Give My Heart to You," a patriotic tribute written by her father. Partnering with Operation Gratitude, over 7,000 copies were sent to U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. A respected session artist, Riya has contributed to projects by top Hawaii acts like The Green, Mike Love, and Paula Fuga, and sang lead on The Jay.Keyz Project’s debut album, The Golden Age.
Following a 2016 residency for Blue Note Hawaii’s Gospel Brunch, she has produced sold-out tributes honoring legends like Stevie Wonder and Nina Simone.
Tickets $25-$35
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CLUB POLICIES
Show 7pm
Doors 5pm
Seating is First Come, First Served Per Section
$20 Minimum Per Person
Full Bar & Dinner Menu Available
NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. Please ensure you purchase tickets for the correct date and time. Tickets will be delivered 48 hours prior to the showtime.
When all available Bar Seats are occupied, the remaining Bar Area is standing room only. Table Seating is All Ages, Bar Area is 21+.
GROUP RESERVATIONS: Groups of 6 or more that want to sit together must purchase a group package at events@bluenotehawaii.com.
PARKING: Validated parking available at OUTRIGGER Paradise. Entrance located on Kuhio Ave. $6 for up to 4 hours of parking.
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Event Information
Age Limit
All Ages
eTicket Delivery
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Contemporary R&B
Riya Davis
Riya Davis
Contemporary R&B
Riya is a versatile singer of Palauan and Dominican descent who began singing in Hawaii and competed in the high school singing competition Brown Bags to stardom. Since then, she has competed in numerous contests including Hawaii Stars in 2000 and 2001; and MTV's "Say What Karaoke".
As a background vocalist, Riya has supported Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Natalie Cole, Ruben Studdard, Bobby Caldwell, Sheila E., Ray Parker Jr, Denice Williams, Mary J Blige and many more. Riya is also no stranger to the theatrical stage as well, as an actress she received a Po'okela Award nomination for her role in 'Beehive' at the Manoa Valley Theatre in 2003. In 2006 Riya recorded *I Give My Heart to You" a song written by her father that was dedicated to the men & women serving in the armed forces. They partnered with Jeep/Chrysler's "Operation Gratitude" to send 7000 copies to the troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. She also continues to be a featured artist with the 25th Tropic Lightning Band for concerts and special events.
In the recording studio, Riya has contributed to recordings by The Green, Nomad, Mahkess, Mike Love, Paula Fuga, and more, and has sung lead vocals on The Jay.Keyz Projects debut album "The Golden Age." In 2019, Riya partnered with Honolulu-based Record Label "Soul Kid Records" and began to record original songs for her first album.
Riya held a 3-month residency at Blue Note Hawaii as a lead performer in the "Gospel Brunch" and has also done Tribute performances to Jill Scott, Natalie Cole, Stevie Wonder, Billie Holiday, and Nina Simone there.
Riya is currently the lead singer of Hawaii-based bands "The Jay.Keyz Project" and "Adagio" and sings on Hawaii’s largest sunset dinner cruise ship, the Star of Honolulu. A private Vocal Instructor, a Saxophonist, a Vocalist, and a mother, Riya has touched hearts all over the world.
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