Tiago Guy/ Renee Gros

Biography

Tiago Guy is a Brazilian-born singer-songwriter who relocated to New Orleans in spring 2021 to pursue his passion for American roots music. Since his arrival, he has established himself within the local music scene, performing at prominent venues including Tipitina's, the Maple Leaf Bar, and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. His musical approach blends smooth, soulful sounds inspired by his experiences in New Orleans with introspective lyrics that document a foreigner's perspective on quintessential city experiences, from weathering hurricanes to navigating relationships and family dynamics in the greater New Orleans area.

Renée Gros is a New Orleans-born singer, songwriter, and emerging artist known for her powerful, soulful voice. Based in her native New Orleans, she was drawn to music from an early age and has developed into a recognized figure in the local music scene. Gros frequently collaborates with her husband, Tiago Guy, and together they represent a dynamic musical partnership within the New Orleans artistic community.

As a collaborative unit, Tiago Guy and Renée Gros have performed together at major festivals and venues, including their joint appearance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival in 2024. Their partnership combines Tiago's Brazilian-influenced songwriting sensibilities with Renée's powerful vocal presence, creating a distinctive sound rooted in American roots music traditions while incorporating diverse musical influences.

Fun Facts

• Tiago Guy's album 'Paper Thin' includes a song called 'Trichotillomania' that addresses hair-pulling disorder through an unconventional pop arrangement featuring ominous keyboard licks and unexpected reggae elements, making it the most experimental track on the album.
• The song 'Westbank Girl' on Paper Thin celebrates Tiago's new relationship in New Orleans with references to Abitas beer and the Saints football team, grounding his songwriting in specific local cultural touchstones.
• Tiago Guy moved from Brazil to New Orleans specifically to pursue American roots music, representing a deliberate artistic migration rather than circumstantial relocation.
• Renée Gros and Tiago Guy are married and frequently perform together, with their partnership representing both a personal and professional collaboration within the New Orleans music scene.

Musical Connections

Mentors/Influences

• James Taylor - Stylistic influence on songwriting approach and melodic sensibility (Influenced the composition of 'In a While' on Paper Thin album) [Ongoing influence]

Key Collaborators

• Jon Cleary - Studio musician and pianist on Paper Thin album (Piano contributions to 'Beggars Can't Be Choosers' and other tracks on Paper Thin) [2024]
• Nigel Hall - Studio musician on Paper Thin album (Paper Thin album) [2024]
• John Fohl - Studio musician on Paper Thin album (Paper Thin album) [2024]
• The Zion Harmonizers - Gospel vocal ensemble providing a cappella vocals ('A Ways Away' on Paper Thin album) [2024]
• Renée Gros - Spouse and frequent musical collaborator (Joint performances at New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and other venues) [2021-present]

Discography

Albums

Top Tracks

1. Translation (Translation)
2. Translation - Original Radio Edit (Translation)
3. Translation - Last Men On Earth Remix (Translation)
4. Feelings - Tiago de Renor Remix Radio Edit (Feelings)
5. Translation - Last Men On Earth Remix Radio Edit (Translation)
6. Kids - Tiago de Renor Remix - Mixed (Big Bells 136 [November 2024] (DJ Mix))
7. Where's The DJ? - Siavash, Tiago de Renor Remix (Where’s The DJ?)
8. Remote - Siavash, Tiago de Renor Remix (Remote)
9. Other Side - Interpretation (Sensitivity Spirals)
10. Out of Touch - LADS Remix - Mixed (Summer 2022 (DJ Mix))

External Links

• Spotify
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