Lisa Ramey Fights for the Top Spot in America’s Next Top Hitmaker Competition

New York’s own R&B powerhouse Lisa Ramey is charging toward victory in the America’s Next Top Hitmaker Competition, a nationwide hunt for the ultimate musical talent. Her 2024 EP Foretaste dropped earlier this year, cementing her status as a force to be reckoned with, while her debut album Surrender, released in 2020, hit #34 on Good Morning America’s Top 50 Albums list and racked up over 600,000 Spotify streams. Born and bred in St. Louis, Missouri’s thriving blues scene, Lisa soaked up Motown, gospel, and theater vibes growing up, shaping her bold, unmistakable sound. Her resume screams star power—she shone as a finalist on The Voice with John Legend in her corner, toured nationwide with Zayn Malik’s all-female band this year, and held her own alongside heavyweights like Ms. Lauryn Hill, Camila Cabello, and Common at the 2020 Global Citizen Together at Home series. Now, she’s gunning for a slot at the 2025 Global Citizen Festival, a Rolling Stone feature, and a $50,000 prize.

Lisa’s latest release, Foretaste, is a tight, soul-drenched EP led by the standout track ‘Vagabond’, a gritty showcase of her knack for blending pop, R&B, and soulful rock. Her 2020 debut Surrender laid the groundwork, delivering a polished mix of heartfelt grooves and raw energy that still resonates with fans today. Rooted in her St. Louis upbringing, her music carries a depth and texture that’s both timeless and fresh, pulling from classic influences while carving out her own lane.

Voting’s open now, and we need Lisa Ramey to win this thing! The first cut drops Thursday, June 5th at 7 PM PDT, and she’s currently sitting 3rd in her group—every vote pushes her closer to the top. By supporting her, you’re also backing Global Citizen’s fight against extreme poverty. Hit that daily vote button, or level up with a donation vote to make some serious noise. Let’s get Lisa on that Rolling Stone page and rocking the Global Citizen Festival stage!