About Raquel Caldwell
Raquel Caldwell is a rising singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer captivating hearts with her charming melodies, soul-stirring lyrics, and enchanting production. Hailing from St. Louis, Missouri, her passion for music began early, nurtured by her family's musical prowess and encouragement. As Raquel grew older, her passion for music intensified. She delved into pop, jazz, country, blues, and R&B records, finding inspiration in the iconic styles of legends like Corinne Bailey Rae, Sade, Nancy Wilson, Aretha Franklin, Miranda Lambert, Sarah Vaughan, Oscar Peterson, Joni Mitchell, Mary J. Blige, Phoebe Snow, Janis Ian, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, Alison Krauss, Bonnie Raitt, and Tommy Sims. These influences would later shape her unique style and sound and help her develop a deep reverence for various genres.
Now, she weaves raw emotion into thought-provoking compositions that explore love, creativity, and self-discovery. As she releases her debut album Maturity, her EP Dancing in the Street, and finalizes her upcoming albums, Raquel remains dedicated to her craft, seeking to create music that uplifts, heals, and unites people from all corners of the world.
Current Working Location
Washington D.C., DC, USA (Not available to travel.)
Work experience
- Vanessa Williams
- 2016, 2018
- Background Singer
Raquel's Skills
Business- Analyst
- Licensing
- Marketing
- Music Executive
- Project Manager
- Publishing
Engineering- Assistant Engineer
- Audio Technician
- Mix Engineer
- Music Editor
- Post Production
- Programmer
- Recording Engineer
Live- Artist
- Audio Tech
- Production Engineer
- Production Manager
- Singer
- Touring Musician
Venue Type Experience- Amphitheatre
- Club
- Theatre/PAC
Musician- Artist
- Instrumentalist
- Performer
- Singer
- Studio Musician
- Touring Musician
PhotoProducing- Mixer
- Music Supervisor
- Producer
- Production Assistant
- Vocal Producer
Songwriting- Beat Maker
- Co-Writer
- Lyricist
- Songwriter
- Top Line
Studio- Audio Technician
- Studio Manager
Video- Music Video Director
- Video Editor
- Videographer
Visuals
Raquel's Genres
- Alternative Rock
- Blues
- Country
- Folk
- Funk
- Indie Rock
- Jazz
- Latin
- Pop
- R&B
- Soul
- Standards
Raquel's Experience
Since graduating from my alma mater Georgetown University, I’ve been writing, performing as a singer and multi-instrumentalist, and producing my 7 albums that cover various genres: alternative rock, blues, folk, funk, jazz, standards, latin, pop, R&B, and soul. I have also sang background vocals for the singer and actress Vanessa Williams on multiple national performances.