Berkeley, California raised vocalist, Destani Wolf forged her own path, with a genre-defying sound, impeccable vocal prowess, and innovative spirit that defines the Bay Area and Cali-Soul. From performing at 15 at the iconic Great American Music Hall, to recording on over 40 albums including a 2024 GRAMMY Nominated soundtrack, to being a part of the creation and traveling the world as the lead vocalist of Cirque du Soleil’s “BAZZAR”, she has dedicated her path to connecting hearts through music and the power of her voice.
She’s serenaded audiences on preeminent stages from San Francisco to New York, including Yoshi’s, SFJazz Center, Joe’s Pub, Grand Performances, Stern Grove Festival, Lincoln Center and all over the world. Her first vocals on a GRAMMY nominated album was with John Santos and 2nd featured GRAMMY-nominated vocalist on Jose Rizo’s MongoRama album. Destani has also recorded and/or sung with Matisyahu and producer KoOol Kojak, The Pharcyde, the Velvet Underground’s John Cale, Bobby McFerrin and more. She released her self produced nu-soul throwback EP Peek Away won a 2015 Independent Music Award. She also crafted compositions and sang for TV, Games and films including Disney’s “The Descendants,” Kevin Hart’s “Laugh at my Pain,” HBO’s “Momentum Generation,” Call of Duty MWII, FOX “So You Think You Can Dance,” and more.
At work on another collection of original songs set to release in 2024, in between improvising as a member of Bobby McFerrin’s MOTION while collaborating and touring with Bandaloop Aerial Dance company, Destani is always embarking in new directions. From partnering with UNHCR to create healing music (Check out Destani’s Piece) for the soul, her quest to be a vehicle with her voice in service of her community and the world, manifests in unexpected and fulfilling ways. Drawing on global, fresh and unconventional influences, her latest music is inspired by the ever-evolving, bold, and authentic lyrics. Instilling joy, community and hope in every performance. No matter where her journey takes her next, Destani honors her past, while looking to the future.
