Declared by Jazziz Magazine as“one of the most exciting artists to emerge this past decade,” Vincent Ingalaremains an unstoppable and ever-adventurous creative force in urbancontemporary jazz, with a total of nine #1 Billboard hits, twenty-two Top 10singles and more to come from his latest release and 8th studio album, Escape With Me on Shanachie Entertainment. Upon exploding onto the scene in2010 with his independent, critically acclaimed debut album North End Soul at the age of 17, Vincentwas already a seasoned performer, developing somewhat of a cult following inhis home state of Connecticut during his high school years with his compellingone man show. That fan base grew exponentially across the U.S. – and in Europe,thanks to supportive on-line outlets – with his breakthrough single and Top 15Billboard track “It Is What It Is.” Eleven years after the first timehe earned Billboard’s designation as Smooth Jazz Artist of the Year, the saxophonist,multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer and long-beloved entertainer achievedthis accolade again in 2023 upon the success of his hit singles “Ridin’ theWave” and “Shadow Dancer,” the latter of which stayed at #1 on the Smooth Jazz Airplaychart for three weeks. Vincent’s unique dual ability toelectrify fans while connecting emotionally with them has made him one of thegenre’s most popular touring artists. He draws the audience in and makes thempart of an exciting musical experience that bridges the gap between the musicof his father’s R&B, funk and soul collection (which Vincent grew upheavily immersed in) and Vincent’s own crisp grooves, well executed horn linesand horn-drenched melodies. Just as he plays every instrument on hisself-produced albums, he fronts his explosive band by providing the audiencewith a well blended show of sax, guitar, drums and vocals. The in-demand recording artistcontinues to make his mark with a signature music blend of energetic smoothjazz grooves, infused with soulful, old-school retro vibes. His versatility onmultiple instruments makes him sought after both live and as a producer in thestudio.