A genre-defying celebration of jazz, opera, pop, and world music featuring collaborations with Grammy Award-winning Vernon Reid, Sondra Radvanovsky, and Lisa Marie Simmons

Acclaimed vocalist, composer, and visionary artist Marie-Claire Giraud invites listeners into a dazzling universe of sound, color, and imagination with the release of her highly anticipated new album, MY BIG BOLD & BEAUTIFUL TECHNICOLOR FANTASY.

Blending the sophistication of jazz, the drama of opera, the energy of pop, and the vibrant rhythms of world music, the album is a deeply personal reflection of the influences that have shaped Marie-Claire’s extraordinary artistic journey. Inspired by the glamour of Carmen Miranda, the golden age of Hollywood musicals from the 1940s and 1950s, and a lifetime of musical exploration, MY BIG BOLD & BEAUTIFUL TECHNICOLOR FANTASY creates a world that is bold, layered, and endlessly expressive.

“This album is a celebration of everything that has inspired me—the music, cultures, artists, and stories that have shaped who I am,” says Marie-Claire Giraud. “It’s a journey through sound, imagination, and emotion, where every song reveals another color of the fantasy.”

The album features an impressive collection of collaborations that highlight Marie-Claire’s ability to seamlessly bridge musical worlds. Grammy Award-winning guitarist Vernon Reid joins her on “Honey Honey Baby,” a soulful, retro-inspired track inspired by Ronnie Spector and the iconic girl groups of the 1960s. Opera superstar Sondra Radvanovsky lends her extraordinary voice to a reimagined jazz interpretation of Jacques Offenbach’s timeless classic “Barcarolle,” while Lisa Marie Simmons appears on “BLU X,” a soaring and uplifting anthem about resilience, healing, and transformation.

Adding to the album’s vibrant tapestry is “It Had To Be You,” an immersive celebration inspired by the rhythms, colors, and spirit of Brazilian Carnival. Throughout the record, Marie-Claire transforms classic influences into something fresh and contemporary, creating a musical experience that feels both nostalgic and completely new.

Known as a fearless innovator, Marie-Claire Giraud is a true Renaissance musician whose artistry exists at the intersection of sound, culture, and creativity. Her signature style, HipHopera, combines the rhythmic power of hip-hop with the emotional depth and grandeur of operatic vocals, while her rich soprano voice brings a soulful elegance to jazz, reggae, and contemporary music.

Marie-Claire’s songwriting is equally distinguished. She co-wrote two songs on the album with Grammy-nominated songwriter Jeff Franzel and also co-wrote a song with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer John Harbison, further reflecting the remarkable breadth of her artistic collaborations.

Throughout her career, Marie-Claire has collaborated across genres with artists including reggae legend Spragga Benz on “Rastaman Chant” and hip-hop artist Rob $tone on “Chill Bill,” featured in RCA/Sony’s Out of the Comfort Zone series. Her reggae-influenced EP Dreamland further showcased her versatility, while her original works and reinterpretations of jazz standards have established her as one of today’s most compelling genre-defying vocalists.

Her artistry has also inspired celebrated creators. Jamaican music icon Bob Andy wrote “Constellation” specifically for Marie-Claire, while Pulitzer Prize-winning composer John Harbison created a four-song cycle tailored to her voice, with Marie-Claire contributing original lyrics and melodies.

Raised in the Bronx, New York, and born on the Caribbean island of Dominica, Marie-Claire Giraud has built a remarkable career spanning intimate jazz clubs, major international festivals, and some of the world’s most prestigious stages. She has performed at the United Nations, Barclays Center (performing the U.S. National Anthem), Central Park SummerStage, Dizzy’s Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City, and the legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club in London. Internationally, she has also appeared at the Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival, Ocho Rios Jazz Festival, Cartagena Jazz Festival, and Creole in the Park in her native Dominica.

In more intimate settings, Marie-Claire has captivated audiences at legendary venues including Preservation Hall in New Orleans alongside the Preservation Hall All-Stars, Blues Alley in Washington, D.C., and New York City institutions such as Smalls Jazz Club, Joe’s Pub, and Omar’s.

With MY BIG BOLD & BEAUTIFUL TECHNICOLOR FANTASY, Marie-Claire Giraud continues her mission of transcending boundaries and connecting cultures through music. More than simply a collection of songs, the album is a vibrant, cinematic experience where jazz, opera, pop, and global sounds collide to create a breathtaking celebration of artistry, imagination, and fearless self-expression.