2x Grammy Nominated Singer/Songwriter Raul Midón Lost & Found New Album Out Today

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2x Grammy Nominee Raul Midón Releases Ambitious Genre-Bending New Album 'Lost & Found'

‘Lost & Found’ Takes a Deep Dive into Life’s Triumphs and Disappointments.

Available Now on ReKondite Rekords

“A Stunning Display of Veteran Musicianship”

- Glide Magazine

“A Stellar New Album”
- Rock & Roll Globe

(April 26th, 2024) Blind singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Raul Midón is joined on this stunning body of work with his friends, industry veterans, Andrés Forero (Hamilton, Phish, U2) on Drums & Percussion, Richard Hammond (Hamilton) on bass, Federico Peña (Black Lives: From Generation to Generation) on keyboards & piano. He’s also had to re-learn the art of engineering with all the new tools and software in the market. He was assisted by New York recording engineer, Michael O’Reilly, whom he met while making his major label debut album “State of Mind” under the careful eye of legendary producer, Arif Mardin.

Engineering ‘Lost & Found’ came with a whole set of new challenges, given the technology for the blind is not consistent and it’s a constant struggle, one he continues to confront.

With ten delicious songs on the album, it’s a blend of what Raul calls ‘Smooth-Folk’, ‘Alt-Pop’ and ‘Jazz’. Something for everyone.

He’s a master at combining genres, a showman with a ton of tricks and knows how to deliver that feel-good energy. Whether you’re listening to the recording, or watching him live, Raul will have you feeling a million times better about life!

Standout songs on ‘Lost & Found’ include the first single “Keep On Keeping On”, which is an uplifting bluesy pop song. It enjoyed its debut on National TV back in December, 2023 on the Jennifer Hudson Show. His performance blew her mind.

“The Ganja Song” is a bouncy ska-ish take on the latest cannabis craze. The crooner chants “There would be no Rock ‘n’ Roll music if it wasn’t for weed”. The song speaks to the transformational effects and how its upbeat musical treatment is meant to uplift the way a flower does. The lyric video premiered with Celeb Stoner and was released worldwide on 4/20.

“Next Time” is a galloping rock waltz and a co-write with songwriter/author Mike Errico. It’s about seizing the day as there may not be another and every moment is a precious one. You hear a massive string section and wizardry guitar madness.

The title track “Lost & Found”, Midón calls “smooth folk” and a song he wrote early in his career. The lyrics were inspired by his listening to Bob Dylan reading of his poem, “Last Thoughts on Woody Guthrie.” It’s a tribute to the human spirit.

Another highlight is the soulful collaboration with Ethiopian R&B songstress Wayna on their Sting-like co-write “A Condition of Love” which enjoyed its world premiere with SoulTracks. A song about the many aspects of love that are not necessarily romantic. An R&B ballad for modern times.

Raul’s masterful musicianship, awe-inspiring technical acrobatics, and charming melodies, will have you singing along, finger-snapping, bopping and grooving till the end of time! These ten songs are luscious and will have you craving for more.

His strongest album to date, there’s no signs of Raul slowing down. ‘Lost & Found’ is the 2nd album released on his own imprint ReKondite ReKords.

Raul has worked with countless legends in the industry including Bill Withers, Herbie Hancock, Sting, Terence Blanchard, & Dianne Reeves to name several. In 2022 he was honored to pay tribute to one of his idols “Joni Mitchell” with the National Symphony Orchestra arranged and conducted by Vince Mendoza at The Kennedy Center alongside Lalah Hathaway, Jimmie Herrod & Renee Fleming (PBS Next at the Kennedy Center). Raul was also featured on Alex Cuba’s Grammy Winning record ‘Mendó’ in 2022. It won best latin pop album at the Grammy’s. The song was “Camino y Ven”.

He received two Grammy nominations back-to-back in 2017 and 2018 for his albums “Bad Ass and Blind” and “If You Really Want” in the Best Jazz Vocal Category. In 2019 he was awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award from his alma mater, University of Miami. In 2021 he was given the Disability Rights Ambassador of the Year award, presented to him by his colleague Jason Mraz.

Raul embarks on the next leg of his “Lost & Found” Tour.

Friday, April 26th - Koerner Hall w/ Alex Cuba, Toronto, Canada
Saturday, April 27th - Pausa Art House, Buffalo, NY
Sunday, April 28th - Caffe Lena, Saratoga, NY
Saturday, May 4th - Cannabis Pride & Rally Union Square, NYC
Wednesday, May 29th - Jimmy's, Portsmouth, NH
Friday, May 31st - Lachet Farm House, Weston, CT
Thursday, June 6th - Dakota, Minneapolis, MN
Saturday, June 8th - Madison Jazz Fest, Madison, WI
Thursday, June 13th - WTMD - Live Lunch, Maryland
Saturday, August 17th - Creative Alliance, Baltimore, MD
Sunday, August 18th - Mountain Stage, Charleston, WV
Friday, August 23rd - Joe's Pub, NYC

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