Vanessa Collier

"A young woman [Vanessa Collier] came on stage with me, I forgot where I was, but she was playing alto sax, and she was incredible."  

These are the words of Buddy Guy in an issue of American Blues Scene, describing an impromptu performance with Vanessa Collier on the Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise. 

Four-time Blues Music Award winner for "Horn Player of the Year" (2019, 2020, 2024) and "Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year" (2022), and nominated in 2024 for B.B. King Entertainer of the Year, Vanessa Collier is a force to be reckoned with. 

She offers a powerful stage presence, funky, uncompromising saxophone growls, soul-stirring vocals and witty, energetic compositions. Her latest album, "Do It My Own Way", released in September 2024, is a throwback to old-school soul, R&B and blues, as well as to the days of great songs and singer-songwriters. Join her for her Paris debut at Jazz Étoile on March 27!