A Journey from Ray Charles to Center Stage: MzVal’s Debut Album Simply Me. Jazz vocalist MzVal has unveiled her debut album, *Simply Me*, now available at www.MzVal.com. A member of the renowned Clayton jazz family, MzVal has built an impressive career that blends rich musical traditions with her own distinctive voice. Drawing early inspiration from legends such as Sarah Vaughan, Dinah Washington, Nancy Wilson, and Nina Simone, MzVal’s artistry was shaped by her time as a Raelette, touring internationally with the legendary Ray Charles. With a background that spans theater, national anthem performances for NBA games, and contributions to celebrated jazz recordings, MzVal brings a lifetime of experience to this heartfelt project. *Simply Me* reflects her passion for jazz as a creative space where joy, emotion, and authenticity meet, offering listeners a collection that is as personal as it is universal.