Randy Darbonne was born and raised in Lake Charles, Louisiana and combines his southern roots with an international influence to create his own musical style today. His music is deeply rooted in the R & B, soul and jazz style. Randy’s influences has been the great singers, Marvin Gaye, Bobby Womack, Sly and the Family Stone to name just a few…

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February 2007 - featured in American Press.
April 2007 - featured on Radio Indy
May 2007 - featured on Sonic Soul, Germany
May 2007 - featured on Soul Brothers, London UK
May 2007 - featured on HMV Japan
July 2007 - Tracks "Goodbye" and "That's What It Takes" from Randy' recent album, featured on KCOH 1430 AM, "For Grown Folks" show. Tues - Fri, the midnight show.

Randy Darbonne Bio

Randy Darbonne was born and raised in Lake Charles, Louisiana and combines his southern roots with an international influence to create his own musical style today. His music is deeply rooted in the R & B, soul and jazz style. Randy’s influences has been the great singers, Marvin Gaye, Bobby Womack, Sly and the Family Stone to name just a few…

Randy moved to Oakland, California and began his musical journey with various bands and in 2004 embarked on a solo career. His first Cd, Radio Soul paved the way to the future of Randy’s dream. Three years later, Randy produced and launched his new Cd, Let’s Talk About Love on his own label, Kool Like That, Inc.

Randy has performed as an opening act for the Ohio Players, Taylor Dane and has showcased his music at Kimball’s East and various other venues in the the Bay area. A highlight in his singing career was when he performed for the famous civil right’s legend, Rosa Parks in San Francisco.