Biography

Decyo McDuffie is a Florida-based, award-winning vocalist, performer, and recording artist. Since launching his professional career and releasing music while still in college, he has become a sought-after vocalist, earning the respect of audiences and fellow musicians alike. Critics and audiences have compared Decyo to legendary artists such as Nat “King” Cole and Johnny Mathis.

Decyo has been an in-demand performer since beginning his professional career performing for galas, banquets, weddings, musicals, university-sponsored, and city-sponsored events. During this time, he received several community awards recognizing both his vocal talents and his work in the community. Over the years, he has performed for large audiences at venues including Bo Diddley Plaza, Arts Bonita, and the Tribby Arts Center, while also cultivating a loyal following through intimate performances as well at jazz bars/clubs, listening rooms, restaurants, and weekly residencies such as Shula's Steak House at the Hilton Naples. his growing reputation has even earned him featured billboard appearances.

Highly regarded within the professional jazz community, Decyo has performed alongside acclaimed musicians including Lew Del Gatto and Ken Levinsky, son of the legendary Walt Levinsky. He has also opened for internationally renowned jazz vocalists Alexis Cole and Stephanie Nakasian. His artistry has earned praise from Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Jane Monheit, who describes him as "One of the most brilliant young singers out there." In recognition of his talent, Decyo was awarded third place in the prestigious International Ella Fitzgerald Vocal Jazz Competition, hosted by the legendary Blues Alley Jazz Society, in both 2022 and 2023.

To date, Decyo has released three recording projects and continues to perform in concert halls, performing arts centers, and jazz venues mainly throughout Florida. While attending the University of Florida, he recorded and released two duo projects. The first was a vocal and piano album titled I Could Be That Guy (2020). His second release, Harping My Way Through Christmas (2021), was a vocal and electroacoustic harp holiday project featuring esteemed harpist Rossitza Milevska. Most recently, Decyo released his third recording project, Studio Sessions (2025), featuring a rhythm section with Ken Levinsky on piano, Don Mopsick on bass, and James Varnado on drums.