RANDA

Randa is the first Lebanese Jazz singer who immersed herself in this genre at an early age. Born in Lebanon, she is today the result of a real multicultural background. Grown between Beirut, Africa, France, the United Kingdom and having lived lately in Montreal where she became a Canadian citizen.
Her vocation for the music has dwelled deep even though she studied French literature, obtained a B.A. in Corporate communications and worked as a journalist while still attending in parallel singing and acting workshops. Her career, proper as a singer, sprang off during her last journey in Miami in 2002 where she recorded her first Jazz album: “Pillow Talk”. Ever since she has been touring in many places all over the planet.
Through her singing itinerary she met great musicians such as: Ziad Rahbani, Axel Fish, Jesse Jones Jr., Charlie Biddle, Arturo Sandoval, Ingram Washington, Asere (Cuban band), Chuck Mangione, Zeb Billings, Jimmy Dale, Jack Gregg and Steve Philips.
Showbiz Time Magazine – February 2007:
Randa's most recent CD "I Belong" is a refreshing bouquet of world music, nostalgic hits and all time favorites. This is a unique release, for it contains a multicolored rainbow of songs and compositions rarely compiled into one single album. And this compilation explains the rich cultural and musical background of Randa Ghossoub. "Volare" is here, and Peggy Lee's immortal hit "Johnny Guitar "theme song of the motion picture Johnny Guitar, starring Joan Crawford. Add to this eclectic choice, traditional and musical treasures such as "Bint El Chalabiah" first sang in towns and cities in Lebanon around 1945. As well as very surprising original compositions. Randa, wrote, composed and sang this time!
Her voice is sweet, elegant, romantic and sensual. You could add as well, intelligent and engaging, for she sings in French, English and Arabic. The music is superb, the arrangements rich and exquisite. Solo passages on the accordion, piano and trumpet are magnificent.
"I Belong" could become a big hit on the international scene. But only time can tell. Now, It Is promoted In Montreal and already receiving a very good welcome. For those who love world music enrobed with vivacious tempo, rich melodies, romantic flair on the edge of 1001 Arabian Nights and the aroma of Parisian chanson, "I Belong" is a perfect choice. This is a well crafted and superbly delivered CD. One of the best of the season. Buy it now and you will enjoy it for years to come. Rating: 4 stars out of five.-Reviewer: Maximillien de Lafayette. Paris. Note: Randa is listed in the World Who's Who in Jazz, Cabaret, Music and Entertainment 2007, and appeared on the cover of Volume II of the World Who's Who.