Electronic Press Kit

“Blessed with a gift for composing heartfelt original lyrics, the future looks bright for this homegrown daughter of the New Orleans scene…”

- Offbeat Magazine

Renée Gros is a singer and songwriter born, raised, & based in New Orleans, LA. Known for her powerfully soulful voice, Renée's performances have captivated audiences on stages in her hometown and across the country. Influenced by the sounds of her hometown, her debut EP Temporary Love combines the energy of vintage Rhythm & Blues with Renée’s quirkily vulnerable storytelling, and features players including Jon Cleary (Bonnie Raitt), Nigel Hall (Lettuce), and Ivan Neville (Dumpstaphunk). The debut single "Shy Guy" can be heard in A24's Netflix Original series, Survival of the Thickest, starring comedian Michelle Buteau.

Since the EP’s release, she has opened for national touring acts like Houndmouth, Galactic, and Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen and in Spring 2024 made her New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival debut alongside her husband and frequent collaborator, Tiago Guy. Recently, she also performed alongside industry heavyweights including Emmylou Harris, Grace Potter, and Allen Stone at Tulane University’s The Tipping Point, singing in the house band under the direction of Eric Krasno. She’s currently gearing up to release her debut full-length album, set to arrive early 2026.