January 26, 2018

In the midst of a new-wave feminist movement and a president who continuously bombards the media with hate speech comes an artist whose emergence signifies the return of the anti-establishment protest song: Native Americana artist Raye Zaragoza.

June 15, 2017

One of the most affecting protests songs of the century so far didn't come from a rock and roll icon or a hip-hop rabble-rouser, it came from a young activist standing on the front lines of the Dakota Access Pipeline protests.

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February 28, 2017

New York-based singer-songwriter Raye Zaragoza wrote "In The River: A Protest Song” to support the movement against the Dakota Access Pipeline. Identifying as Native, part Pima, Raye was inspired by listening to different testimonials of the Standing Rock Sioux people and says “Any threat to water is a threat to all of us.”

February 27, 2017

This year’s honoree for Global Music Awards Heretic Award, Raye Zaragoza, Native-American (Pima tribe)/Taiwanese singer and songwriter for her song, In the River. This important protest song, like all memorable protest songs, comes directly from the heart.

January 31, 2017

A stripped down track simply consisting of a gently strummed electric guitar and the New York based singer songwriter’s soulful vocals, ‘In The River’ was written to directly protest the Dakota Access Pipeline. A heartfelt and beautful ode to nature and the importance of its protection, the song is simple but extremely effective. Sometimes, less is more...

November 21, 2016

Protest music has been the heartbeat of social and political movements throughout the world. In the darkest and most bewildering hours of our country’s history, it’s given the forgotten a voice, and reminded the powers that be to pay attention to constituents. Now, as our country wades in uncertainty, subversive anthems are more important—and more beautiful—than ever.

October 24, 2016

Raye Zaragoza's "In The River: A Protest Song" featured on Democracy Now! with Amy Goodman. Listen for song at 27 minutes in. 

September 15, 2016

New York-based singer-songwriter Raye Zaragoza is doing her part to support the movement against the Dakota Access Pipeline with her latest video “In The River: A Protest Song.” Watch it here first. 

June 14, 2016

"Saturday nights in the Lower East Side are typically crawling with artists and their guitar cases rushing to their next gig and filled with partially belligerent fans scattering about to find the nearest music venue. But last night, Rockwood Music Hall housed a one-of-a-kind bluesy, dreamy, folky, and all together beautiful showcase from Raye Zaragoza; your new favorite singer-songwriter."

May 15, 2015

"New York singer/songwriter Raye Zaragoza offers a set of shimmering folk with her debut EP Heroine (released last week). Throughout the four-track release, the young musician shows deeply intimate scenes of romance-searching (as in “Sleeplovers”) and innocent love (as in “Crazy Eyes”), continuing a tradition of plaintive guitar-based ballads while distinguishing herself with her voice. Comparisons to Norah Jones are almost inevitable but Zaragoza’s vocals are warmer, finding an intriguing spot between toddler-like dependence and the experience of an adult." 

July 03, 2014

"I had the opportunity to spend some time with singer/songwriter RAYE before opening for Jeanne Jolly at The Studio at Webster Hall recently. Here is a behind the scenes look and show photos of the promising singer/songwriter..."