Ally Way

Look into the eyes of youthful songstress Ally Way, and an ancient serenity gazes back. Asked where she was born, she sweetly says, "I'm originally from heaven," and you believe her. Throw in the angelic voice and an original writing talent, and Ally Way adds up to a remarkable young woman, an enthralling performer whose warm soul comes through in every note.

Born in Washington, DC to a gospel-singer mother and an instrumentalist father, Ally grew up surrounded by music and spirituality. She started singing at an early age, combining the family tradition with inspirations from Joni Mitchell to John Mayer, Bonnie Raitt, and even Nirvana. At age 14 she was blessed to learn guitar from the late DC icon and Blue Note artist Noble Jolley. Later, she studied opera and theatre, skills that help make every Ally Way performance an event.

Ally's muse has taken her many places. She taught yoga in Central America, sang with great Costa Rican musicians, and then rolled into San Francisco like a velvet fog. Arriving with no job and no place of her own, she brought only her talent, her extensive songbook, and her endless optimism. In no time, Ally was cutting tracks with local groups, showcasing in Los Angeles, and making a name with her unique blend of soul, folk, and personal vision.

A strict vegetarian and a student of world spirituality, Ally seeks to communicate with more than words, healing with her voice. Back in the Washington area to be with family, she is putting the finishing touches on her first album. She appears frequently on local stages, sharing her sweetness, warmth, and moving stories with happy fans and new listeners alike.