Over the past decade, the New Jersey born, now New Orleans resident Dayna Kurtz -  a vocalist. writer. musician and producer - has been bestowed with many awards and praises, including being named the Female Songwriter of the Year by the National Academy of Songwriters. Norah Jones and Bonnie Raitt have raved about her in interviews, and she’s toured as an opening act for the likes of Elvis Costello, Richard Thompson, Mavis Staples, Rufus Wainwright, B.B. King, Dr. John, Richie Havens, Keren Ann, Chris Whitley, and the Blind Boys of Alabama. 
Her last studio record, “Rise and Fall” was nominated for 5 Offbeat Magazine Awards.