"This woman is a powerhouse, a freight-train, a force of nature, and just about any other metaphor for strength that you could dream up. Shay’s soul doesn’t just shine through; it sparkles." — Imperfect Fifth

With sparkly dresses, fiery tresses, and a talent rivaled only by her unstoppable hustle, Whitney Shay is one #busylittlesinger. In her hometown of San Diego Whitney Shay has been honored to win 5 San Diego Music Awards, and a San Diego CityBeat Magazine "Best Of" Award. Abroad, Shay has toured extensively throughout Europe and South America, and was nominated for a national Blues Music Award in 2019.

Shay’s latest release on Ruf Records Stand Up! debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues charts and also reached #1 on the Roots Music Report. Shay has received high praise from music critics calling the singer “a future blues icon” (Blues Matters!), “one of the next best things in soul music” (Blues and Rhythm Magazine), and “the epitome of a rising star” (Elmore Magazine). Shay’s tracks have been placed in TV/film, including shows on NBC, Fox, HBO, Bravo, BET, Hulu, and Tyler Perry’s A Madea Family Funeral.

Whether in studio, on screen, or stage, Whitney Shay’s electric energy, soulful style, and powerhouse pipes keep listeners connected and coming back for more.

“Call it destiny, call it good genes or whatever else, Shay is the epitome of a rising star.” —Elmore Magazine, Jim Hynes

“the voice of a future blues icon.” —BLUES MATTERS! (UK) Stephen Harrison

“Whitney Shay is what most people would refer to as a phenom.” —American Blues Scene, JD Nash

"Whitney is one heck of a singer. She's really talented. She really has heart." —Candi Staton (Soul Music Legend & 4 Time Grammy Nominee)

“Whitney Shay is an impressive talent...her voice and stage presence are formidable.” —Beach & Bay Press- SD News, Bart Mendoza