After introducing audiences to her captivating blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms, jazz, soul, and funk through a series of acclaimed singles, Cuban-Canadian artist Dee Hernandez is preparing to release her debut album this Fall. On August 7 2026, Hernandez will release "I Want to Fall in Love," the final single from her forthcoming album, Deshecha = Undone, arriving this September.
Her growing national profile, includes recognition from CBC's Saturday Night Jazz and Marvin's Room, Jazz.FM91, and her 2026 ECMA nomination.
Cuban-Canadian Artist Dee Hernandez Announces Debut Album Deshecha = Undone, Releases New Single "I Want to Fall in Love"
The vibrant Cuban jazz-funk anthem marks the final preview of Hernandez's long-awaited debut, arriving September 25, 2026
Release Date: Friday, August 7 2026
One of the most exciting and magnetic voices emerging from Canada's Latin Jazz music scene, Cuban-Canadian artist, Dee Hernandez, creates music that seamlessly blends Afro-Cuban rhythms, jazz textures, soul, funk, and contemporary songwriting into a sound that is uniquely her own. Based in Atlantic Canada, Hernandez brings a rare combination of technical sophistication, cultural richness, and emotional authenticity to every release, drawing inspiration from her Cuban roots, her experience of immigration and reinvention, and her lifelong belief in music's ability to connect people across cultures. Equally captivating as a vocalist, songwriter, and performer, Hernandez has earned recognition from CBC's Saturday Night Jazz, Frequencies, The Block and Marvin's Room, Jazz.FM91, radio stations across the country, and praise from Canadian icons Jully Black and Sass Jordan. Her sold-out Ella Fitzgerald tribute tour and performances across the country have established her as one of Canada's most compelling new voices. A 2026 East Coast Music Award nominee for Global Recording of the Year, Hernandez is gearing up to release her debut album, Deshecha = Undone, on September 25, 2026.
Ahead of its release, Hernandez is sharing one final single, "I Want to Fall in Love," set for release on August 7, 2026. A joyful Cuban jazz-funk anthem about embracing vulnerability and choosing hope after heartbreak, the single completes the emotional arc introduced with her recent single "Used," offering one final glimpse into an album that celebrates resilience, cultural identity, human connection, and the experiences what shaped her into who she is today.
About “I Want To Fall In Love”:
Blending Afro-Cuban funk with elements of and soulful R&B and Jazz, Dee Hernandez shares her groove-filled, danceable track, “I Want to Fall in Love”. Embracing the vulnerable hope that follows heartbreak, Hernandez explores the desire to open her heart again after it has been broken. Serving as a natural companion to her Summer 2026 single, “Used,” the song traces the shift from protecting oneself against pain to believing that love is still worth the risk, capturing the universal longing to feel again without allowing past disappointments to dictate the future. Approaching healing with gentle optimism, Hernandez shares that one of the most human things we can do is continue to love, trust, and give, while recognizing there is no guarantee of it being returned. Rooted in a vibrant, rhythmic foundation inspired by artists like Erykah Badu and Cimafunk, the song's infectious bassline, vibrant horns, Hernandez's signature layered harmonies create a rich and uplifting musical tapestry. Performed in English with a hint of her native Spanish with the word, amor, the song reflects the duality of her Cuban-Canadian identity and the emotional openness that defines her songwriting. A song that chooses hope over self-protection, "I Want To Fall In Love" was born from an emotion captured in her journal and evolved into one of the first tracks the artist felt was fully complete, documenting a pivotal moment in her journey where healing led to possibility. Celebrating emotional courage, the song reminds listeners that although heartbreak may teach us to be guarded, true growth comes from allowing ourselves to feel deeply again, believing that love remains one of the greatest forces for healing in both our own lives and the world around us.
Quote: "'I Want To Fall In Love" is about choosing hope instead of fear. It’s about believing that your heart deserves another chance, even when it's scared.” - Dee Hernandez
Upcoming Performances
August 16, 2026 - Under the Spire - Kensington, PEI - FREE Show -
TICKETS: https://locarius.io/events/3508/ella-fitzgerald-tribute-show-45
August 22, 2026 - Fest Inter Kultur NB - Moncton, NB - Free Show
Dee Hernandez Biography
Dee Hernandez is a Cuban-Canadian singer, songwriter, and performer who blends Afro-Cuban and Latin rhythms with Jazz and Soul into a sound that is emotionally rich, rhythmically vibrant, and distinctly her own. Now based in Atlantic Canada, her journey from rural Havana to Canadian stages is a powerful story of resilience, identity, and artistic evolution.
In 2026, Dee received an East Coast Music Award nomination for Global Recording of the Year, building on multiple career recognitions including two 2025 ECMA nominations, four 2024 Music NB Award nominations, and earlier ECMA and Music NB acknowledgements. She was also a Top 10 finalist for the New Brunswick People’s Choice Awards and gained national exposure as a Top 30 finalist on Canadian Idol. Media recognition has included features on CBC programs such as The Block, Marvin’s Room, Saturday Night Jazz, and Shift, airplay on Jazz.FM91, and international magazine coverage highlighting her as a rising voice in Canadian Jazz. Esteemed artists Jully Black and Sass Jordan have praised her artistry, with Sass Jordan calling her a “world-class Jazz singer”.
A captivating live performer, Dee has appeared at Canadian Music Week, ECMA showcases, and festivals across the country, and recently completed a sold-out Ella Fitzgerald tribute tour in Atlantic Canada. Her work extends into film and television, with placements in TIFF-recognized projects and appearances on Bell Fibe TV1.
Set for release in September 2026 her debut album traces her journey through themes of migration, resilience, and cultural preservation, anchored in her signature fusion of Cuban roots and contemporary Jazz and Soul.
Connect with Dee Hernandez:
https://www.deehernandezmusic.com
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https://www.youtube.com/@DeeHernandezMusic
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