I'm Nami Dae, a Los Angeles-based vocalist, vocal arranger, songwriter, and actress. I create lush studio vocals, write songs, and arrange harmonies for ensemble and solo projects. My work has connected with Grammy-nominated releases and live stages, from intimate clubs to national broadcasts. I love collaborating across genres—R&B, hip hop, classical, and alt-rock—to craft vocal stories that move audiences. When I’m not on stage or in the studio, I mentor young performers and contribute to community events and charitable campaigns.

Nami Dae

I'm Nami Dae, a Los Angeles-based vocalist, vocal arranger, songwriter, and actress. I create lush studio vocals, write songs, and arrange harmonies for ensemble and solo projects. My work has connected with Grammy-nominated releases and live stages, from intimate clubs to national broadcasts. I love collaborating across genres—R&B, hip hop, classical, and alt-rock—to craft vocal stories that move audiences. When I’m not on stage or in the studio, I mentor young performers and contribute to community events and charitable campaigns.

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I’m Nami Dae, a Los Angeles-based vocalist, vocal arranger, songwriter, and actress. I create lush studio vocals, write songs, and arrange harmonies for ensemble and solo projects. My work has connected with Grammy-nominated releases and live stages, from intimate clubs to national broadcasts.

I love collaborating across genres—R&B, hip hop, classical, and alt-rock—to craft vocal stories that move audiences. When I’m not on stage or in the studio, I mentor young performers and contribute to community events and charitable campaigns.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Studio Background Vocalist at Forrest Frank – Child of God & Child of God II
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Featured on Grammy-nominated Child of God (Best Contemporary Christian Album); contributed lush vocal arrangements and professional studio vocals.
Background Vocalist (Alto) at PowerFest with No Name
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Performed back-up vocals behind No Name in a 45-minute live set; delivered strong blend and high-energy support to a festival crowd.
Vocal Arranger at National Parks of America
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
National Parks 250th Anniversary Special – created custom vocal arrangements for national broadcast; performed and spoke in a tribute to U.S. national parks.
Background Vocalist at BET Black History Month Campaign Studio
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Contributed vocals to televised commercial series honoring Black culture; worked under tight deadlines.
Lead Vocalist at Groovin’ You Entertainment
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Led performances for weddings & events; delivered genre-spanning sets from classics to contemporary party hits.
Assistant Music Director; Vocal Arranger; Featured Vocalist at Pitch Slapped (Apollo Theater)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Directed Berkeley's premier a cappella group, arranged and led music; performed as a featured vocalist at Apollo Theater.
Singer, Songwriter, Vocal Arranger at Nami Dae (Self-employed)
January 1, 2020 - Present
Original music released under Nami Dae; crafting vocal arrangements and performing as a singer.

Education

Voice Principal with emphasis on Performance, Vocal Arranging, Harmony, and Ensemble at Berklee College of Music
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
High School Diploma - Music Theater at Columbia High School
January 11, 2030 - February 19, 2026

Qualifications

2x Grammy Nominee
November 14, 2025 - January 14, 2026
sang and arranged background vocals on Forrest Frank Child of God I and II

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services