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The live experience

What reaches the room

Dayna Kurtz is a respected singer-songwriter whose work beautifully folds jazz, folk, Americana, and blues into a cinematic vocal delivery. Recognized for her storytelling and emotive performance, Kurtz has built a career rooted in thoughtful lyricism and richly textured arrangements. Her work has earned critical praise and a dedicated following across the United States and beyond.

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Documented collaborators

In a career spanning multiple decades, Dayna Kurtz has collaborated with acclaimed artists and earned notable recognition, including the Female Songwriter of the Year honor from the National Academy of Songwriters in 1997. Her evolving sound has embraced collaborations and new projects while maintaining the core of her distinct, soulful voice.

The live experience

What reaches the room

Explore her discography, learn about her ongoing projects like Lulu & the Broadsides, and plan to see Dayna live as she continues to bring intimate, cinematic performances to venues near you.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Upcoming tour highlights in 2025 include performances at Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant in New Orleans on February 21 and Barbès in Brooklyn on November 10. Stay connected with Dayna Kurtz through her official site and Bandcamp hub for the latest releases and tour updates. We’ve got you covered for tickets and details—secure your seats and be part of her next chapter on stage.

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Documented collaborators

Social presence: official site DaynaKurtz.com | Bandcamp Bandcamp. Follow her for updates, new releases, and special collaborations as they’re announced.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Dayna Kurtz

  • Genre/style: a blend of jazz, folk, Americana and blues; noted for a soulful, cinematic vocal delivery.
  • Awards: Female Songwriter of the Year (1997) from the National Academy of Songwriters.
  • Notable collaborations/endorsements: Norah Jones duets on Duke Ellington's 'I Got It Bad And That Ain't Good' on the 2004 Beautiful Yesterday; Bonnie Raitt has praised her work in interviews.
  • Recent projects: Dayna Kurtz performs with Robert Maché as Lulu & the Broadsides; released Lulu and the Broadsides (2023) with New Orleans–based rhythm and blues material.
  • Complete discography (albums) spans 1997–2023, including Secret Canon volumes, Rise and Fall, Here volumes, and the Lulu & the Broadsides album.
  • Social presence: official site DaynaKurtz.com and Bandcamp hub for discography and releases.

The records

Dayna Kurtz Discography

  • Lulu and the Broadsides
    2023 · Kismet Records
  • Here Vol. 2
    2019 · Bandcamp release (self-released)
  • Here Vol. 1
    2017 · Bandcamp release (self-released)
  • Rise and Fall
    2017 · Kismet Records
  • Secret Canon Vol. 2
    2013 · Kismet Records
  • Secret Canon Vol. 1
    2012 · Kismet Records
  • American Standard
    2009 · Kismet Records
  • For the Love of Hazel: Songs for Hazel Dickens
    2010 · Kismet Records
  • Another Black Feather
    2006 · Kismet Records
  • Beautiful Yesterday
    2004 · Kismet Records
  • Postcards From Downtown
    2002 · Kismet Records
  • Otherwise Luscious Life
    1997 · Deebles Music

The hits

Top Dayna Kurtz Songs

  • Love Gets in the Way
    2002 · Did not chart
  • You’re Not What I Need (But You’re All That I Want)
    2017 · Did not chart
  • Raise the Last Glass
    2017 · Did not chart

About Dayna Kurtz

Dayna Kurtz blends jazz’s nuance, folk’s storytelling, Americana’s roots, and blues’ soul into a distinctive vocal palette. Known for a cinematic delivery, her performances draw listeners into intimate narratives, whether in a club setting or on a concert stage. Her voice carries decades of experience, yet her approach remains fresh, sonic, and deeply human.

Awards & Recognitions

  • Female Songwriter of the Year (1997) – National Academy of Songwriters

Notable Collaborations & Endorsements

  • Norah Jones duets on Duke Ellington’s 'I Got It Bad And That Ain’t Good' featured on the 2004 Beautiful Yesterday project
  • Bonnie Raitt has publicly praised her work in interviews

Current Projects

  • Performs with Robert Maché as Lulu & the Broadsides
  • Released Lulu and the Broadsides (2023), a collection rooted in New Orleans–style rhythm and blues

Discography Highlights

Dayna Kurtz’s discography spans from 1997 through 2023, offering a catalog that includes intimate studio albums, experimental volumes, and collaborative projects. Notable entries include Secret Canon volumes, Rise and Fall, Here volumes, and the Lulu & the Broadsides album. Each release reflects her evolving voice and fearless approach to genre boundaries.

Upcoming Tour Information

For 2025, Dayna Kurtz is set to perform at select venues, with confirmed dates including Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant in New Orleans (February 21, 2025) and Barbès in Brooklyn (November 10, 2025). Check local venue calendars and Dayna Kurtz’s official channels for the latest confirmations and set times. Secure your seats early—audiences consistently praise her live shows for their emotional depth and musical warmth.

Where to Learn More

Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Dayna Kurtz for the first time, her live performances and recorded work offer a nuanced, soulful experience. We’ve got you—find the show, secure your seats, and enjoy a signature blend of jazz, folk, Americana, and blues that only Dayna Kurtz can deliver.

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