Liverpool-raised, London-based alt-soul singer-songwriter Ria Moran is perhaps best known  for her collaborative work with heavyweights of the UK contemporary jazz and soul scene  like Nubiyan Twist, Gotts Street Park and Daniel Casimir. However, 2025 has seen her shift  focus towards her solo career, releasing her debut album ‘Cubico’ via DeepMatter Records.  

An artist with an original, forward-thinking take on soul music, Ria blends silky electronics,  neo-soul and alternative influences with her unmistakable vocals, sitting somewhere  between Madison McFerrin, Ego Ella May and Cleo Sol. ‘Cubico’ showcases her adventurous  tendencies as a producer, composer and lyricist, perfectly balancing playful arrangements  with sincere, emotionally resonant lyricism. Drawing on her experiences of psychotherapy,  as well as reflecting on acclaimed physician Gabor Maté’s writing around trauma, the record  builds a strong narrative around self-care, love and connection. 

The album has received widespread praise, finding support from the likes of BBCR1’s Chillest  Show, BBCR1Xtra’s Alternative Selection, Craig Charles on BBC 6 Music and more. She was  also spotlighted as a ‘Next Wave’ artist by Clash Magazine. Ria released her debut solo EP  'Moving into the Light' in 2019 with AWAL. 'You'll Stay Down' was picked as BBC6's Tom  Robinsons 'Fresh Fave' and received playlist support from UK Jazz, Jazz Pop and 21st Century  Jazz, plus radio play from BBC Introducing, BBC 6 Music and Worldwide FM. The project  currently has over 1 million streams across DSPs.  

In 2020 she featured on Nubiyan Twist's MOBO nominated, album 'Freedom Fables' with her  song 'Morning Light', before performing with them as lead vocalist on their headline tours in  the UK & Europe for 3 years. Together, they performed at Glastonbury West Holts, We Out  Here, Cross the Tracks and Greenman. Other credits include live radio performances for  Jamie Cullum's Jazz Show on BBC2 and a live session at Maida Vale for the release of  'Through The Noise' which was released as part of legendary jazz label Blue Note’s ‘Blue  Note - Re:Imagined’ Album in 2023.  

Alongside her work with Nubiyan Twist, Ria also joined Gotts Street Park as their featured  vocalist for their UK tour in November 2023, performing alongside Celeste, ENNY and Pip  Millet. Pursing her passion for collaboration, she also collaborated with celebrated UK bass  player Daniel Casimir for his ‘Boxed In’ orchestral project.