An artist from Glen Cove, Long Island who became an uplifting figure to spot around the city streets, singing with a brass band throughout Manhattan, offering her fellow New Yorkers a sense of camaraderie and joy. Rén also works as a hair and makup stylist, collaborating with other musicians to help bring out their best side.

“When a client leaves feeling beautiful and confident and excited about the projects they’re working on, it fuels me," she says. "In my opinion the purpose of life is to have an impact on others so whether it’s making someone feel beautiful or having someone resonate w my music- both connections make my heart feel full." Check Rén out on Spotify and Instagram.