BRENNA WHITAKER is a powerhouse jazz vocalist whose soulful, vintage-meets-modern sound has wowed legends like Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, and Michael Bublé. With her Little Big Band, she’s toured the world and continues to light up stages from Los Angeles to beyond.
Her new album ENRAPTURED is available now.
Born in Kansas City, Brenna Whitaker grew up in historic homes that her parents renovated and restored—some of them haunted—sparking a lifelong love of history, storytelling, and imagination. By age eleven, she was already performing in professional regional theater, laying the foundation for the captivating stage presence she is known for today.
After moving to Los Angeles, Brenna quickly became a cornerstone of the city’s live music scene. Renowned for her emotionally rich interpretations and deep reverence for timeless songs, she emerged as a central figure in the resurgence of Los Angeles’s “jazz nights”. Her larger-than-life stage presence and unmistakable voice have attracted an extraordinary range of admirers and collaborators. Legends including Stevie Wonder, Tom Jones, Gladys Knight, and Gene Simmons have participated in her performances, while contemporary artists such as Justin Bieber, John Mayer, Derek Hough, and Michael Bublé have joined her on stage—all drawn together in celebration of great songs, showmanship, and the musicianship of a good old-fashioned show.
Brenna’s debut album was produced by legendary producer David Foster. Her music has been featured on FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance, RuPaul’s Drag Race, and ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. She contributed “It’s Not Easy Being Green” to Universal Records’ We Love Disney album and has toured with Andrea Bocelli and Michael McDonald. A passionate advocate for dance and live performance, she regularly collaborates with the Los Angeles Jazz Dance Company.
In 2026, Brenna will release two new albums—Reverie and Simply Christmas—on Green Hill Music (Sun Label Group / Primary Wave Music). Produced by acclaimed pianist Gordon Mote, the recordings further showcase her cinematic artistry, emotional depth, and distinctive voice.
The Brenna Whitaker Little Big Band performs at exclusive private events and concert venues worldwide and holds a monthly residency at Herb Alpert’s iconic Vibrato Grill Jazz in Bel Air.
“One of the finest singers of our generation.” - Michael Bublé
“The most soulful white girl I’ve ever heard.” - David Foster
“She’s got the swing, she’s got the sass, but most importantly, she’s got the PIPES! This little lady absolutely demands your ears, and I can’t wait for all-a-y’all to hear exactly what I’m talkin’ about.” - Quincy Jones
“Brenna Whitaker is the real deal. In a world full of empty singers, with no sense or knowledge of ‘roots’… comes a voice & personality that carries the torch of Ella, Dinah Washington & the greats. The perfect soulful combination of yesterday & today. A class act.” - Gene Simmons
New album ENRAPTURED available now.
The stunning new 7-song album from LA native Brenna Whitaker — showcases one of today’s greatest vocalists you may not know yet but need to. A favorite of Hollywood’s elite, Brenna brings elegance and power to classics like Carly Simon’s “Nobody Does It Better,” Rita Coolidge’s “We’re All Alone,” and “Pure Imagination.” A must-listen collection for every true music lover.
