Singer-songwriter Durand Bernarr has emerged as one of the most exciting and innovative voices in contemporary R&B. He hails from Cleveland, Ohio, where he was born into a musical family. At 16, Bernarr was already working behind the scenes with Earth, Wind & Fire, a pivotal moment in his career. His distinctive voice and genre-busting style first attracted attention in 2016 with his project Sound Check. And the album En Route was nominated for a Grammy in the Best Progressive R&B Album category. Bernarr is known for his electrifying live performances: whether performing at major festivals like Bonnaroo and the ESSENCE Festival or at venues like Tiny Desk, his bold sound and authentic storytelling push the boundaries of modern R&B with boundless energy.
