2023 was a stunning year Ray Lozano. With her debut album Pairing Mode, the German-Filipino singer and producer from Cologne and her co-producer Samon Kawamura created a landmark in German-Asian culture, scored over 37 million streams and garnered widespread acclaim, with praise pouring in from Jamz Supernova, WDR Cosmo, and Spiegel Online. Ray’s artistry was further recognized with the prestigious Holger Czukay Award and NICA artist residency, while she captivated audiences with shows throughout Germany.