Rachael & Vilray, consisting of singer Rachael Price and guitarist Vilray Blair Bolles, deliver original tunes influenced by classic jazz and Tin Pan Alley-style pop. The duo gained recognition with their debut album in 2019, featuring guest appearances by Jon Batiste, and followed up with their sophomore release, I Love a Love Song!, in 2023.
Price, a skilled vocalist rooted in jazz, rose to fame as the lead singer of Lake Street Dive. Bolles, a talented guitarist and singer, connected with Price during their time at the New England Conservatory. Their shared love for classic jazz led them to form Rachael & Vilray, ultimately signing with Nonesuch and releasing two albums showcasing their musical chemistry and fondness for timeless standards.
